LECOM Suncoast Classic generates more than $1 million for students and charities

When we think of winners at the LECOM Suncoast Classic at the Lakewood National Golf Club, I would imagine the champion golfers would hold down our No. 1 spot, while local hotels, restaurants and grocery stores would be No. 2.

The tournament, according to Manatee County, has an estimated economic impact of approximately $4 million annually.

But what if you don’t own a hotel, restaurant or grocery store? What if you don’t hit your drive 350 yards? What does the tournament do for you?…

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