In Photos: Canadiens' Alex Newhook's inaugural charity golf classic attended by multiple ice hockey stars

By Ankit Kumar

Modified Aug 07, 2024 17:20 GMT

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Montreal Canadiens forward Alex Newhook held his first charity golf classic on August 6 at Bally Haly Country Club in St. John's. The event supported three causes: the Newfoundland Cancer Care Foundation, the Iris Kirby House, and the REAL Program.

Photos from the event showed hockey stars like Josh Anderson, Curtis Joseph, Maggie Connors, Jayden Struble, and Dawson Mercer.

Curtis Joseph was pictured with his golf club, with a joke that read,

"You have to wear hockey gloves."

Curtis Joseph pictured with his golf club while taking a shot (IG Alex Newhook Golf Classic)

Maggie Connors was seen taking a shot in a blue t-shirt and white shorts. Apart from that, clips of Jayden Struble and Dawson Mercer playing hockey were also shared on the Golf Instagram page of Alex Newhook.

Josh Anderson still while taking a shot. (Credit: Newhook's IG Golf page)

Maggie Connors taking a shot (Credit: Newhook's Golf IG page)

Alex Newhook himself taking a shot. (Credit: Newhook's golf page on IG)

A group photo from the event (Credit: Newhook Golf page on Instagram)

Dawson Mercer taking a shot (Credit: Newhook's Golf page on IG)

Jayden Struble taking his shot (Credit: Newhook's IG page for Golf event)

The supported causes include:

• Newfoundland Cancer Care Foundation: Funds cancer care and equipment and supports oncology education.
• Iris Kirby House: Provides shelter for women and children facing intimate partner violence.
• REAL Program: Helps children and youth access recreational, artistic, and educational activities.

The sold-out event featured 33 foursomes. Newhook’s teammates joined the game. The day also included a silent auction, autograph sessions, and a Q&A.

Alex Newhook discussed his Golf charity event and talks about his experiences

Alex Newhook chose The REAL Program as the main recipient of his charity golf event because it resonates with his own experiences in sports. He feels lucky to have had these opportunities and wants to give back to his community.

“That, for me, was the closest to home. I’ve been very fortunate to be able to play sports growing up, and I wouldn’t be where I am without that privilege,” Newhook said via NHL.com on August 5.

“Being in the position I’m in now with my platform, I thought it would be a good thing to raise some money for charities around here and do my part for giving back to the community.”

Newhook previously raised over $11,000 for The REAL Program during his Stanley Cup celebration in 2022, which helped kids participate in sports.

He is inspired by his father’s work with minor hockey, seeing firsthand how it benefits children. Newhook also admires Bob Cole, a broadcaster who hosted a charity golf tournament for 30 years.