A miniature golf tournament is being planned to help with the travel and medical expenses of a local family.
We recently spoke with Adam Huston and Amanda Miller who are helping plan this miniature golf tournament. The tournament is set to be held on July 15th from 9:00am to 12:00pm at the Evergreen Miniature Golf Course in Effingham. According to Huston and Miller, teams of four can sign up to participate in this tournament. In addition, a breakfast will be served from 8:00am to 11:00am. A bake sale, silent auction, and 50/50 raffles will be held as well.
Individuals interested in helping with the miniature golf tournament can do so on the day of, as well as by donating items for the auction/raffle and bake sale. For additional information on the golf tournament, visit the Evergreen Miniature Golf Facebook page or Ryker Miller’s Journey Facebook page.
The tournament is being held to help with the travel and medical expenses of Brad and Amy Miller. The Miller’s son, Ryker was born on April 17th at Carle Foundation Hospital in Urbana and was diagnosed with Spina Bifida. After undergoing three surgeries, Ryker was able to return home. He was home for 11 days before needing to return to the hospital for further medical issues. Ryker is currently at St. Louis Children’s Hospital.
(Pictured: Ryker Miller. Photo courtesy of the Evergreen Miniature Golf Course)
Listen to the full interview with Amanda Miller and Adam Huston below.