Vermont State University
Johnson Athletics Hall of Fame
Walter "Doc" Minaert Memorial Golf Tournament
September 12, 2025
Jay Peak Resort Golf Course
Jay Peak, VT
Registration Now Open
Walter "Doc" Minaert Open
Johnson's Athletic Director, Coach and Beloved Educator from 1948 until 1976 The Walter Minaert Memorial Johnson Athletic Golf Tournament honors the memory of former athletic director Walter "Doc" Minaert. Hired in 1947, Minaert was the college's first teacher of health and physical education, and was a driving force behind the expansion of the college's athletic facilities and the athletic program in general. He served as the college's athletic director from 1948 until 1976.
First Tee time will be 8:00am
Awards/Prizes to following the round
FORMAT:
Tournament will be played in a scramble format with 4-person teams, prizes for Top 3 Teams and the last place team!
ENTRY FEE: $125
Includes green fees, cart, Awards and after round meal.
Jay Peak Resort Golf Course
Jay Peak, VT
About the Event and Format:
ENTRY FEE: $125
Everyone who signs up will be assigned a tee time between 8:00am-11:30am based upon their request. (tee time at registration requests (8-9am / 9-10am / 10-11:30am)
Dinner will be provided following round from 2:30-4:30pm in the Hotel Jay - Haynes Room.
Prize Raffle and on course games and events (Longest Drive, closest to the green and pitching contests)
Raffle winners will be selected at 12pm.
Golf winners will be announced on September 13th at the VTSU Johnson Homecoming Event and have the opportunity to be award their trophy at half-time of our Women's Soccer match
Lodging:
Jay Peak | Four Season Resort | Vermont
Individual interested in lodging can reach out directly to Jay Peak Resorts at 1-800-451-4449, reference number 1159023 (Johnson Golf Outing) and they will receive a 10% discount on lodging. They will honor this for anyone looking for a local room for the Johnson Homecoming weekend.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Minaert Sponsor = $3,000
Sponsorship includes a foursome, a banner at the event, recognition at the awards ceremony, your logo on the program/scorecard, and promotional items.
Badger Sponsor = $2,000
Sponsorship includes a foursome, recognition at the awards ceremony, and your logo on the program/scorecard.
Hole Sponsor = $500
Sponsorship includes your company logo displayed on a tee box sign.
Hole Sponsor w/Foursome = $1,000
Click Here To Purchase A Sponsor Today and Support Johnson Badger Athletics!
For Sponsorship Opportunities Questions or to Pay by Check Contact Greg Eckman | 802.635.1498 or Gregory.Eckman@VermontState.edu