Ace and an SUV: Golfer Shines at Member Guest Tradition Tournament

One golfer’s remarkable achievement at this year’s Battle Creek Country Club’s Member Guest Tradition Tournament will surely go down as one of the event’s most unforgettable moments. With perfect weather and a competitive field of players, excitement was already in the air—but no one could have predicted the thrilling scene that would unfold on hole #16, which was sponsored by Lakeview Ford.

Facing a daunting 213-yard par-3, Jeff Zorbo stepped up with his trusty 4-iron in hand. With calm confidence, he sent the ball soaring through the air toward the distant green. Team members watched in anticipation as it landed cleanly, took a single bounce, rolled right, and then—almost in slow motion—dropped straight into the cup. A hole-in-one! Cheers erupted from the group and they rushed to congratulate him on the incredible shot.

What made the feat even sweeter was the fact that hole #16 was this year’s designated prize hole. Thanks to the generous support of Lakeview Ford, a longtime community partner and sponsor of the tournament, the prize for an ace was no ordinary trophy—it was a brand-new Ford SUV. Just like that, Zorbo’s perfect swing turned into a major win, both in memory and in reward.

Lakeview Ford’s involvement is a shining example of local businesses investing in the community. Known for their support of charitable causes and local events across the Battle Creek area, their continued partnership with the Country Club has helped elevate the Member Guest Tradition to new heights.

For Jeff Zorbo and everyone in attendance, it was a moment that captured the spirit of the game: skill, surprise, and celebration. His hole-in-one wasn’t just a rare athletic feat—it was the highlight of a fantastic tournament and a reminder of how unforgettable golf can be.