MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (WBTW) — Some of the biggest names in Atlantic Coast Conference history were in Myrtle Beach this weekend for a star-studded golf event hosted by a coach with a legendary background of his own.
The event at Legends Golf Resort’s Heathland Course was a fundraiser for the Cliff and Carolyn Ellis Foundation, which supports reading and writing skills for children before they enter the first grade.
Ellis, who coached Coastal Carolina University men’s basketball from 2007 until his retirement last year, is the ninth winningest in NCAA Division 1, racking up 831 career victories over a 51-year college coaching career.
“You’ve got just so many great people here. People have been wonderful to come out and be a part of this and help support the foundation,” Ellis said.
The inaugural tournament included a fan meet-and-greet and silent auction. More than 70 ACC coaches and players participated, including 2000 NBA All-Star and Clemson alum Dale Davis, 1993 ACC basketball tournament MVP James Forrest and Heisman Trophy winner Charlie Ward.