Kingston, Jamaica – A Charity Sporting Clays Event held lately on the Jamaica Skeet Membership’s base in Portmore, St Catherine, efficiently raised $1 million towards life-changing eye surgical procedure for 18-year-old Tashana Simple.
The initiative was spearheaded by Sean Clacken, who collaborated with members of the Jamaica Skeet Membership, company sponsors, and particular person donors to rally behind the trigger. Simple, a Hospitality pupil on the HEART/NSTA Belief, has been experiencing quickly deteriorating imaginative and prescient and requires a corneal transplant valued at $2.8 million.
The occasion attracted robust assist from the sporting neighborhood, with lots of the island’s high shooters collaborating. All proceeds from the match will go towards masking the complete value of Simple’s surgical procedure and mandatory follow-up care.
Clacken expressed gratitude to all sponsors and individuals, noting that the complete quantity required for the process has now been raised. He additionally confirmed that the surgical procedure will probably be performed within the close to future.
“This was a robust reminder of what’s doable when a neighborhood comes collectively,” mentioned Clacken. “We’re extremely grateful to our sponsors, the individuals, and all who contributed to make this occasion successful.”
Company Assist
Fundamental sponsors included Geddes Refrigeration, Hawkeye Safety, Dr Glass Restricted, Imperial Optical, and the Jamaica Skeet Membership. Further assist got here from Loshusan Group, Amzoil, Proforma Advertising and marketing, Matt’s Cycle Rack, and Sagicor Financial institution.
Event Outcomes
Former nationwide shotgun champion Chad Ziadie emerged as the general winner, hitting 89 out of 100 birds. Shut behind was Bruce DuQuesnay, who shot 88.
Within the particular person courses:
- A Class: Ryan Chen (86, received by way of future), Bobby Chung (86), Ian Banks (85)
- B Class: Winston Quest (82)
- C Class: Stephen McConnell (85)
- D Class: Max Williams (81)
- E Class: Denzil Dixon (71)
- Hunters/Newbie: Sheldon Carter (63)
- Girls: Alyssa Moo Younger (50)
- Juniors: David Wong (84)
- Sub Juniors: Blake Cooper (67)
The occasion not solely highlighted sporting excellence however showcased the collective energy of the neighborhood in mobilizing assets to assist a younger lady in want.
