39th Annual Bernie Hutzler Golf Classic raises record funds to expand access to care 

Event earns $131K for WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Center expansion projects

June 2, 2026
 
Winners of the 29th Annual Bernie Hutzler Golf Classic to benefit WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers
Some of our Morning Flight winners, Ben Miles, Kendall Paige, Scott Armbrister (not pictured: Steve McCahan) from the 39th Annual Bernie Hutzler Golf Classic pose with their trophies after a great round and a strong finish on the course, supporting advanced care.
SHEPHERDSTOWN, W.Va. — Under bright, sunny skies at Cress Creek Country Club, the 39th Annual Bernie Hutzler Golf Classic brought the community together for a day that was about much more than golf, it was about making a lasting impact. 

This year’s tournament delivered a record-breaking performance, raising more than $131,000, the highest total in the event’s history. 

From the first drive of the morning to the final putt in the afternoon, energy and enthusiasm filled the course as golfers and supporters rallied behind a shared mission: advancing access to care across the Eastern Panhandle for major expansion projects at WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers. 

Top honors for the day included: 

  • Morning Flight Winners (16 under, 55): Steve McCahan, Ben Miles, Kendall Paige, Scott Armbrister
  • Afternoon Flight Winners (14 under, 57): Mitch Levorson, Shawn Neely, Rich Raposa, Ricky Robinson 

The success of this year’s tournament was driven by strong community support, led by presenting sponsor United Bank and reinforced by a growing network of partners committed to strengthening healthcare locally, as well as the dedication and efforts of the event’s volunteer committee, including Co-Chairs Bradley Freeman and Matt Stickel. 

“This event is a powerful reflection of the heart of our community,” said Jeannie Constable, Vice President of Marketing and Philanthropy for WVU Hospitals East. “The level of support we continue to see is truly inspiring. Every contribution helps us move the needle forward as we work to improve access to care and make high-quality healthcare not just possible, but truly accessible for the patients and families we serve.” 

Mark O'Hern, Regional President of WVU Hospitals East and President and CEO of WVU Medicine Berkeley Medical Center, speaks at the 29th annual Bernie Hutzler golf classic.
Mark O'Hern, Regional President of WVU Hospitals East and President and CEO of WVU Medicine Berkeley Medical Center, speaks at the Bernie Hutzler Golf Classic.

For nearly four decades, the Bernie Hutzler Golf Classic has honored a legacy of generosity and community impact. With this year’s record-setting performance, the tournament has now raised more than $2.1 million in total a milestone that speaks to the unwavering commitment of this community. 

Funds raised through the tournament will support major projects at Berkeley Medical Center and Jefferson Medical Center, advancing critical efforts to expand services and meet the evolving needs of the region. 

You can learn more about these projects and their impact: Our Growth | Berkeley Medical Center and Our Growth | Jefferson Medical Center