Clay Shoot Raises Funds for Orthopedics
Ann Diamond, director, MyMichigan Health Foundation, presents Connor Hubbard with the award for Best Shooter of the Day.
The Annual Support Committee of MyMichigan Health Foundation recently hosted Clays for a Cause, a sporting clay shoot event that includes 50 clay birds, several raffles, a 50/50 drawing, continental breakfast and lunch. The shoot raised $6,420 for a new orthopedic X-ray machine for MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena.
Nine teams of up to four shooters each participated in the event which took place at the Alpena Sportsmen’s Club. Each team traversed the club’s course, having the opportunity to hit clay targets at different stations throughout the club’s property. Afterwards, they were treated to lunch and the opportunity to win various raffle prizes and a 50/50 raffle for cash.
Wolverine State Credit Union, Besser Company, Alpena Power Company, Cliff Anschuetz Chevrolet, Huron Distributors, Inc. and Huron Engineering and Surveying, Inc. sponsored the event.
Ann Diamond, director, MyMichigan Health Foundation, thanked the sponsors and participants, “Clays for a Cause started as the Weiland Pheasant Shoot with live birds. Over the years, it transformed into a fall sporting clay shoot. We are pleased that the shoot continues to be popular each year and are grateful to our sponsors for helping us to continue the tradition.”
Diamond continued, “This year, all funds raised will be directed to the purchase of a new orthopedic X-ray machine. In 2026, our orthopedic offices will be relocating to their new home at the Medical Center. This move will bring our orthopedic services and WellSport Sports Medicine program together under one roof. By helping to fund this crucial piece of equipment, our sponsors and shooters help to ensure that this transition will fully meet the needs of our orthopedic providers and patients.”
The winning team was from Compass Land Surveying and consisted of Chuck Hein, Tom Hein, Connor Hubbard and Sherm Hubbard. Connor Hubbard, agri-science teacher and FFA advisor at Alcona High School, was the best shot of the day, hitting 50 targets for a perfect score.
This year, Clays for a Cause held several raffles. The Wolverine State Credit Union team consisting of Nick Montie, Andrew Kowalski, Eric Chrzan and Tonya Spens won the Blind Draw raffle. Tom Peters won the draw for the Colored Bird Shoot, a new event where at one station, participants had the opportunity to hit pink clay targets. For every pink target shot, they were entered into a raffle. Other winners included Adam Sydlowski who won a $250 Jay’s gift card, Gail Foster who won a $250 ACE gift card, Joe Garber who won a Yeti Cooler, and Jerry Schmidt who won the 50/50 raffle.
“Congratulations to our many winners.” Diamond continued. “And, a special thank you to the Sportsman’s Club and the Alpena Clay Busters who are integral to the success of this event. We had a great year and look forward to more to come!”
Those interested in supporting the orthopedic X-ray machine or other funding opportunities at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena may contact Diamond at (989) 356-7738.
