Community, Competition, and a Hole-in-One at Holes for Heroes
The Holes for Heroes Golf Tournament was held on a picture-perfect day at Jennings Mill Country Club, and this year’s event had a storybook moment to remember. On hole #4, Zach Moore stepped up to the tee with his 6-iron in hand. With one smooth swing, his shot soared straight toward the green and dropped directly into the cup. To make the moment even more remarkable, the hole was sponsored by Akins Ford, who proudly supported the tournament by putting up the event’s headline hole-in-one prize. For Zach, it was not only a celebration of his skill but also a reward that connected directly to a cause he believes in.
This marked the third hole-in-one of Zach’s golfing career, but it was the first to come with such a grand prize. For years, Zach has played in the Holes for Heroes tournament, an event that combines his love of golf with his desire to give back to the community. Winning on this stage—at an event that benefits Oconee County’s First Responders and local schools—made the accomplishment feel like more than just a personal victory. It was a highlight that he was proud to share with his teammates and the entire field of participants.
The Holes for Heroes tournament itself has grown into a beloved tradition in the Oconee County area. Golfers and community members come together not just for a day of friendly competition, but also to support the real heroes of their community. Through sponsorships, donations, and tournament participation, funds are raised that directly impact local schools and the dedicated First Responders who serve the area every day. It’s this combination of camaraderie, purpose, and fun that has made the tournament such a success year after year.
Akins Ford’s sponsorship underscores the dealership’s commitment to giving back to the community it calls home. By backing events like Holes for Heroes, Akins Ford helps ensure that vital organizations receive the support they need to thrive. The dealership has long recognized the importance of First Responders and educators, and their involvement in the tournament is a testament to their dedication to honoring those who serve. Their presence not only provided excitement on the course with a hole-in-one prize but also amplified the impact the event could make.
As the tournament wrapped up, Zach’s hole-in-one stood as the signature moment of the day—an achievement that brought joy to his team and drew cheers from fellow competitors. Yet, beyond the excitement of the shot, the true victory lay in the tournament’s success in rallying the community around a shared cause. Thanks to the generosity of sponsors like Akins Ford and the enthusiasm of participants, the Holes for Heroes Golf Tournament once again proved to be about more than golf—it was about celebrating and supporting the heroes who make Oconee County a stronger, safer, and better place to live.