FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 28, 2010
Contact: Jennifer Martinez, Communications Manager
Hospice of Palm Beach County
(561) 273-2194 or jmartinez@hpbc.com
ESPN/Fox Sports Host and Renowned Marine Artist
Co-Chair Annual Horizons Tournament
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL. – One is known for his tips to hook that big catch, the other his incredible depictions of marine life in art – but on July 17, 2010, both Norm Isaacs and Carey Chen will hold the title of co-chair’s of the 11th Annual Horizons Fishing Tournament.
Synonymous with bill fishing around the world, Isaacs is currently the host of Big Game Fishing the World on Fox Sports Net National and previously on ESPN. Chen, a world-renowned marine artist, is a genuine master of his craft. With portraits of marine life featured around the world, Chen is known for his attention to detail and fascinating use of colors.
“We are thrilled to have Captain Norm Isaacs and Carey Chen serve as Honorary Chairs of this event,” said Greg Leach, President of Hospice of Palm Beach County Foundation. “In addition to this role, both gentleman have agreed to donate a ½ day fishing trip with them aboard the Baby Grand Fishing Boat, generously donated by Captain Ernie Small, to be raffled off at the event.” Raffle tickets for this incredible fishing opportunity are $10 each. Winners need not be present to win.
The tournament’s festivities will kick-off with the Captain’s Meeting, sponsored by Park Avenue BBQ, on Thursday, July 15, 2010. Lines may be dropped in the water beginning at 6:30am the day of the tournament. Anglers may leave from any inlet but must weigh in at The Riviera Beach Marina. Following weigh-in, guests are invited to the Awards Ceremony Dinner catered by Outback Steakhouse.
Chair of the event is Mark Wodlinger. Presenting Sponsor of the event is the Rendina Family Foundation. Additional sponsors include: City of Riviera Beach, Riviera Beach Marina, Cod & Capers Seafood Market, D.S. Eakins Construction Corporation, Grand Slam Castaways KDW Tournament, Tuppens Marine. Media sponsors include ESPN Radio 760, and Clear Channel Radio’s GATER and WJNO stations.
The registration fee of $150-$300 is based on date of entry and includes: one boat entry
with up to six anglers, one t-shirt, and two tickets to Awards Ceremony Dinner. To
register for the tournament or purchase raffle tickets, , please call (561) 494-6884 or visit www.hpbcf.org <http://www.hpbcf.org> .
About Hospice of Palm Beach County:
As the hospice provider of choice in the Palm Beach County community, Hospice of Palm Beach County cares for more than 7000 patients per year and thousands more families. The 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization is dedicated to meeting every need of patients and families faced with advanced illness. The organization offers a comprehensive range of programs and services – from nationally recognized hospice care to music therapy, massage and loss-specific healing services. Full bereavement support is offered to hospice families and to anyone in the community in need.
Care is provided wherever the patient is – the home, skilled nursing or assisted living facility, hospital or hospice inpatient care center, including the C.W. Gerstenberg Hospice Center in West Palm Beach, the Jay Robert Lauer Hospice and Palliative Care Center at JFK Medical Center, the Bethesda Memorial Hospice and Palliative Care Center at Bethesda Memorial Hospital, and the Hospice and Palliative Care Centers at Delray Medical Center, Good Samaritan Medical Center, and Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. Hospice of Palm Beach County’s focus is on quality of life. The organization is sensitive to and respectful of religious, cultural and personal beliefs. For information about Hospice of Palm Beach County, please call (888) 848-5200 or visit www.hpbc.com.