LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The 36th Annual Bolo Bash Golf Tournament was a huge success, securing nearly $573,000 through sponsorships, donations, and gift-in-kind support. Baptist Health Foundation hosted its annual tournament, presented by Simmons Bank, on September 15-16 at the beautiful Chenal Country Club in Little Rock.
Proceeds will benefit the Baptist Health College Little Rock renovation project, a major initiative that will expand and remodel facilities and add state-of-the-art equipment. These enhancements will enrich the education of nursing and healthcare students, so that upon graduation, they are highly trained, well-educated and ready to serve communities across Arkansas.
The sponsorships sold 147 teams for the two-day, four-person scramble, which featured both men’s and women’s competitions on Chenal’s two courses. Golfers traveled from across the state — including Arkadelphia, Bentonville, Fort Smith, Jonesboro and Monticello, as well as out of state — Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and Texas, showcasing the wide-reaching support for Baptist Health’s mission.
Beyond the impressive turnout and the funds raised, the highlight of the event was a hole-in-one by Hunter Hickingbotham on the 17th hole of the Founder’s Course.
Additional fun and excitement came from contests and games held throughout the event, including first, second and third place team prizes in two flights, on-course competitions, and indoor challenges.
“The success of this year’s Bolo Bash Golf Tournament reflects the generosity of our community and the commitment to preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals,” said Janet Marshall, chief development officer of Baptist Health Foundation. “We are deeply grateful to our presenting sponsor, Simmons Bank, and all our sponsors and participants who made this year’s event truly special and memorable.”
The 2026 Bolo Bash Golf Tournament is scheduled for Sept. 14-15, 2026, again at Chenal Country Club. For more information about participation or sponsorship opportunities, please contact the Baptist Health Foundation at (501) 202-1839.
About Baptist Health
For more than a century, Baptist Health has delivered all our best in health care through Christian compassion and innovative services. Baptist Health, Arkansas’ most comprehensive health care organization, is here For You. For Life. – with more than 300 points of access that include 12 hospitals; urgent care centers; a senior living community; over 75 primary and specialty care clinics; a college with studies in nursing and allied health; and a graduate residency program. It is also the largest private not-for-profit health care organization based in Arkansas, providing care through the support of approximately 12,000 employees, groundbreaking treatments, renowned physicians and community outreach programs. Baptist Health is certified as a Great Place to Work and is honored by Newsweek as one of America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026. For more information about Baptist Health, visit Baptist-Health.com, call Baptist Health HealthLine at 1-888-BAPTIST or download the myBaptistHealth app. Find us on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram.