The Captain’s Medal hosted by the SoCal Hickory Golfers was played on Sept. 21 at the Victoria Club in Riverside, Calif. The course is a Max Behr design that dates from 1903.
There were 14 two-man teams who played the event in a Ryder Cup format of matches and singles. It was a beautiful day and fun was had by all. The winners were Jesse and Owen Lerman.
Tournament host Rick Perrault crafted the tournament trophies from 100-year-old woods.
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- The players at the 2025 Captain’s Medal, hosted by the SoCal Hickory Golfers at the Victoria Club in Riverside, Calif.
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- A map of the Victoria Club layout.
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- Jesse and Owen Lerman were the 2025 Captain’s Medal champions. Tournament host Rick Perrault is at right.
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- Captain’s Medal players Jack Eichler, left, and Dan Payne.
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- Captain’s Medal players Dave Levandowski, left, and Stewart Saye.
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- Participating in the 2025 Captain’s Medal were, from left: Steve Carfano, Michael Donaldson, Trevor Larsen, and David Anderson.
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- Steven Carfano ponders the scores at the 2025 Captain’s Medal.
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- Soon-to-be trophies, these old brassies were turned into tournament prizes by SoCal hickory golfer Rick Perrault.
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- Rick Perrault crafted the tournament trophies from old brassies.
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- No golfers, but excellent mascots, Peanut and Vinnie soak up some California sun.