In a week dominated by Lebron-Wade-Bosh, Cubs Meltdowns, and Longoria Tongue Lashings a little positive news creeped out of the golf world. Kentucky's own Kenny Perry committed on Monday to playing The Greenbrier Classic next month, a PGA tour even held in West Virginia. When Perry announced that he will be playing in the tournament, he also said he would be dedicating that week to the 29 families affected by the April mining disaster in West Virginia and pledged to donate $2,000 for every birdie he scores during the tournament.
Per PGATour.com Perry said:
"Growing up in Kentucky as a neighbor to West Virginia, I feel a close connection to the area. Miners work so hard to provide for their families, and I have a tremendous amount of respect for what they do," said Perry. "I want to show that respect by dedicating my week at The Greenbrier Classic to the 29 men who lost their lives in April. The Greenbrier Classic will be a great event, and I'm hoping that others will join me to make it a special week for these families too."
Greenbrier owner James Justice joined him in the cause by pledging to match Perry's donation for every birdie he scores.
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