Celebrity Caddie Auction

One of the reasons the Nora Baldner Ladies Classic Golf Tournament is so successful is a unique event held the evening before the tournament. The Celebrity Caddie Auction and Cocktail Party is sponsored by Dene Lambkin Honda. To date, more than one hundred gentlemen have graciously donated their time and talent to this tournament. Each celebrity caddies is asked to provide an incentive paackage to entice teams to bid for the priveldge to win prizes and be accompanied by the caddie at the tournament.

Last year's caddies included:
CELEBRITY CADDIES 2009

Golf Pro, Gary Sutton
Gary is a graduate of Nothwestern University, which he attended on a Chick Evans (Caddie) Scholarship. He is a three year Honor Caddie with the Chicago District Golf Association. He is currently in his 29th year as Head Professional Macomb at Country Club. He is also a member of the Quarter Century Club of the PGA. Gary will treat each member to one golf guest fee, including cart and rage balls for each person to be used in 2009. The use of the MCC Pool for a three hour pool party, ligeguard included Iwhich must be used in 2009), A MCC license plate holder for each participant, and his team automatically becomes 1A. Gary will also bring his Callaway UPRO GPS device for even more accurate yardage which he has declared legal for this even (for his team anyway).

Brad Bainter
Brad Bainter will furnish "TEAM WESTERN" with The Leatherneck Caddie Package including golf balls, towels, shirts, tickets to the WIU Homecoming Presidential Entertainment Tent, and you will be the first to see and own the very newest Leatherneck golf accessory!

Eric R. Jameson
Don't get buried by the competition. Make a bid on seasoned Caddie Eric Jameson, guaranteed the last guy to let you down. Eric is bringing his service skills from the funeral home to the links. Caddie Jameson will provide all the nutrition, gear and service needed for a victory. Your day will start with breakfast from Adams Street Café (vegetable quiche, fresh fruit, mini muffins, coffee and juice). Roundtrip transportation will be provided from Macomb Country Club. Return back to the course and stretch out and prepare for a victory with your own bucket of balls on the range. While you are focusing on golf Caddie Jameson will make all the arrangements to register your team, secure carts and fill a team cooler with needed supplies. Drinks and snacks will be provided by Caddie Jameson. The team that selects Caddie Jameson will receive a gift certificate good for 18 Holes of Golf and Cart for 4 at Gold Hills Golf Course. In addition each team member will receive a Nike Tote bag full with everything golf! Each Tote will contain a Calloway Hat, One Nike Golf Glove, 3 Nike Golf Balls, One Nike Golf Towel, Tees and a Divot Repairer. Caddie Jameson will also be available throughout the day for club selection, ball retrieval and cleaning; beverage and refreshment fetching; and anything else that might pop up. Ladies don't miss out on 2009 best Caddie available he can walk the walk and talk the talk. So bid high and bid often for Caddie Eric R. Jameson. Complete package provided by Eric Jameson!!!

Jim Kalcsits
Looking to improve the distance on your drive, make that shot out of the sand trap with ease, or just make it a little easier to walk from hole to hole…caddie Jim is the answer. He is the graduate assistant of fitness at Campus Recreation and is passionate about health and wellness. If you are looking to lose those unwanted pounds, increase muscular tone, or just have more energy each day Jim is happy to answer all of your fitness questions as you enjoy a wonderful day of golf! He will also give each team member a free fitness assessment, free personal training session or team group workout, and an exercise prescription. A fitness gift bag will also be given to each team member filled with fitness goodies! If you're looking to get some healthy tips and have some fun bid high for Jim Kalcsits!

Mark Tibbetts

The Parrot Head Paradise Package!

Take a golf trip to Marguaritaville with Mark as your caddie. An awesome golfer, Mark will help your team line up shots, read putts, and read distance for amazing shots! Team members each receive Parrot Head gear - coozies, ride-along parrots for the carts, official Parrot Head hats and bead, a Vera Bradley cooler for each golfer and a free "Cheeseburger in Paradise" from the Jackson Street Pub! This celebrity caddie will also provide marguaritas at the turn. Kick off your flip-flops and bid high for a great time with Mark as your caddie!

Mel Blasi
This caddie is sure to help you get lots of birdies! With over 20 years of experience satisfying women on the golf course, Mel can take you to the next level! In addition to helping with your swing, Mel will provide a round of golf with cart for your group at the beautiful Harry Mussatto Golf Course at Western Illinois University; a free pre-round lesson to help you take strokes off your game; and snazzy Western polo shirts to add to your golfing attire. Mel says he has more coaching experience than all the other caddies here tonight combined. And he knows how to read the smooth surfaces as well as the curves and bumps at the Macomb Country Club Golf Course! Rescue your golf game with a real pro!

Chris Pumo/Mike Woodrum
Looking for the Luau - 2 for 1 special!!

Aloha! This is the deal you've been waiting for! Does your team need to be pampered by not one but two caddies for the price of one? Chris Pumo and Mike Woodrum, both former M.H.S. golf team members, are joining forces to bring the luau vibe to your special team! Both gentlemen have been members of and played at MCC for years. Let's get it started off right with: leis for each team member- four awesome baskets of goodies for your next luau and - four gift certificates from Bliss courtesy of Pumo Insurance- four wash & vacuums courtesy of Woodrum's- four grooming certificates courtesy of Jeri Swigart at Paws & Claws'- tropical drink served on the turn in your special "luau" glass. AND IT JUST GETS BETTER-- SUNSET AT MAGNOLIA'S: after living in St. Croix for two years, Lisa Ward, owner of Magnolia's, will be serving you her favorite tropical adult sippies paired with some rum inspired goodies with a tropical flair. Call ahead for your Girl's Night Out on any Thursday or Friday this summer. This is the perfect night out for your golf team and your one special BFF!

Bob Dickson
Administrative Coordinator-Blessing Hospital

Can you believe it? Bob is back for his fourth year as a caddie? He has been heard to say, "It's one of the highlights of my year". We are not sure the teams he has caddied for have been the big winners of the tourney, but with Bob you are always a winner. He will make sure his ladies are well cared for, just like the Blessing mission to care for their patients. Again this year, Aramark will be providing a picnic for 20 to be used when your team determines. After all of that fine food, your team can get in shape with a free fitness consultation and a 6 month membership at the Blessing Fitness Center provided by Blessing Hospital. To top off this package, you will each receive a bag of Blessing logo items. You'll definitely feel "Blessed" with Bob!

Rob Ebbing
Quincy Convention and Visitors Bureau

Baseball, anyone? Or is it golf? Rob is back with his great package to remain the "Gem" of a caddie that he has been in the past few years. Not only will your team receive his finest caddy services, buy you and your friends will have great seats for a Quincy Gems game as you watch from the Party Deck. You will receive 16 admission passes as well as 16 beer tickets. You might want to negotiate those beer tickets. Maybe for each birdie your team has, you get another ticket! He is also adding this year 4 rounds of golf at Westview, courtesy of Matt Burry. Each lady will also receive a gift bag from Arbonne, and gift certificates from R & R Golf. This package is a Grand Slam and a Hole in One for you and your friends to enjoy. (Home game of choice subject to availability)

Deputies Sam Smith & Tommy Pickett
Adams Co. Sheriff's Office

You will again be the envy of the tournament as your team arrives at Westview with a police escort. Sam and Tommy will provide your team with appropriate equipment as members of the Sheriff's team, and again may provide your team a beer or two on the course, since we all know you can't drink and drive. Or maybe your drive will be better if you drink! You will ride in the sheriff's "special golf cart", so you will surely not get lost. You will also get to go on the beat with a deputy to check out all of the action in Adams County. New to the package this year is a trip to Brown County also. You will enjoy a Sunday afternoon wine tasting at RidgeView Winery in Mt. Sterling. Overnight accommodations for 4 will be at Twin Hollows Lodge. The next day you will enjoy 4 rounds of golf, with carts, at the newly renovated Rolling Greens Golf Club in Mt Sterling. The dates for this fine event are July 25-26, 2010. Put your hands up for this one.

Todd Marler
SpringLake Country Club

Oh, girls, are you ready for some Southern hospitality? If you are, then Todd is the man for you. Not only does he manage SLCC, but he also does occasionally get to play a little golf, so we are sure he can make a difference with your game. Speaking of improving your game, each of you will be offered a golf lesson from David Morgan, the pro at SLCC. You will be assured to take your game to the next level after that lesson. Also included are 4 rounds of golf with a cart at SLCC. (SLCC members can use for guests) Hopefully those lessons will pay off when you play your round of golf. Speaking of paying off, each lady will also be given a pass to play at the Rail in Springfield. Your team will also be treated to a Chef's table prepared by Chef Michael at SLCC that will surely make you want to come back for more. Also included in your package will be a dozen golf balls and a bottle of wine for each lady. You can't pass up this package.

Rick Noble
Tranquility Med Spa

Oh, girls, are you ready for some Southern hospitality? If you are, then Todd is the man for you. Not only does he manage SLCC, but he also does occasionally get to play a little golf, so we are sure he can make a difference with your game. Speaking of improving your game, each of you will be offered a golf lesson from David Morgan, the pro at SLCC. You will be assured to take your game to the next level after that lesson. Also included are 4 rounds of golf with a cart at SLCC. (SLCC members can use for guests) Hopefully those lessons will pay off when you play your round of golf. Speaking of paying off, each lady will also be given a pass to play at the Rail in Springfield. Your team will also be treated to a Chef's table prepared by Chef Michael at SLCC that will surely make you want to come back for more. Also included in your package will be a dozen golf balls and a bottle of wine for each lady. You can't pass up this package.

Brian Hendrian
Bank of Springfield

Brian was such a hit last year so we had to make sure he was back. Your team will have the distinction of getting golf tips from this years Men's Club Championship winner at Spring Lake Country Club. Rumor has it he said he learned it all from the team he caddied for last year! Included in Brian's package this year is 4 tickets to a Cardinal game in 2010. (Are you sure it can't be for this years playoffs?) Your team will also receive a Golf Clinic for 4 with Mark Christensen at his Golf Academy. You can try out your skills, and new shoes courtesy of Discount Golf World, at the Rail in Springfield where you will have 8 passes for golf. We are sure you will be hungry after that, so you will be treated to 12 free lunch coupons at Roly Poly. Finally, each of you will receive a case of water with a free logo on the wrapper. This is perfect for a family reunion, birthday or business promotion. You might even want to announce your team winning this year's tournament. You can again "bank" on this package.

Dave Johnson
Dene Lambkin Honda

You light up my life! See the lights of the holiday season in Kansas City between Thanksgiving and January 1. Set the date and your team will have accommodations at the Sheraton Suites on the Country Club Plaza in KC. (2 rooms-2 double beds). You will have an awesome view of the Plaza Lights just in time to put you in the Christmas spirit. You will also receive 4 gift certificates for shopping on the Plaza. But wait, there is more. When you get home, light up your inside or outside with 2 hours of help (each player) hanging those lights at home from Rocketman the Handyman. KC here we come!

Paige Holt, MD & Glori Traeder, CNP
Quincy Medical Group

A doctor and a Nurse Practitioner a day will keep the bogies away! Your team will look great both on and off the course with this special package. Each player will receive 4 Skin Medica Facials (total value $135), 4 one half hour Ashiatsu Massages (total value $196), four free personal training consultations, 4 Jane Iredale sugar Butter Lip Exfoliator/pumpers (total value $96), four Skin Medical Environmental Defense Sunscreens (total value $252), four Gift Certificates for any product or service at the Fresh Med Spa (total value $400) and four gift certificates for BOTOX for one area (total value $880). Also you get the services of these 2 fabulous women for the day (Priceless). Don't pass this up! It might truly change your life (or appearance)!