FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PRLog (Press Release) – Nov 09, 2009 – Puerto Vallarta was the destination for anglers and golfers who participated in this year's BJ's Restaurants Hook the Cure Tournament powered by IOTEC. The nearly sold-out tournament took place on November 6th and 7th and reeled in a whopping $345,000 NET for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

The IGFA-qualifier brought two dozen boats and 40 teams. The competition started on Friday morning as anglers met early at the docks and eagerly awaited the strike of six marking the start of the catch and release competition coordinated by Kim and Ed Moore of Marina-based Charter Dreams.

Weekend festivities included a pre-tournament Mexican fiesta and fireworks show at Villa Premiere Hotel and Spa; Friday night concert by RCA Recording Artist Chris Young who celebrated his #1 song on the country charts; golf at Vista Vallarta's challenging Nicklaus course; a lively dockside weigh-in party with food and beverage provided by Andale Restaurant and an awards gala and auction, sponsored by American Airlines and hosted by Los Angeles radio personality Shawn Parr. For those that just wanted to relax, Villa Premiere's world-class spa was just a few steps away. Puerto Vallarta rental agency, PVRPV, provided volunteers for the festivities.

As excited spectators and sponsors filled the Marina, most boats made it in by five in anticipation of the results. The team of Tom Paige and Jon Louis were rewarded with a 2010 IGFA Offshore World Championship entry in Cabo San Lucas as OVERALL CHAMPIONS with five dorado and seven released sailfish. Lucille Zabel and Lydia Francis captured the coveted MOST RELEASED BILLFISH award while Craig Porpoat and David Bales garnered the BIGGEST DORADO AWARD and Anchorage’s Kris Kile took home the CHAIRMAN’S AWARD. Awards were donated by Gray’s Taxidermy of Puerto Vallarta.

According to Bob Huston and Jeff Jennison, 2009 event chairmen, $1.3 million NET was generated for cystic fibrosis patient care, research and education since the tournaments inception just four years ago. Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease affecting approximately 40,000 people in the United States and Mexico. A defect in the CF gene causes the body to produce abnormally thick, sticky mucus that leads to chronic, life-threatening lung infections and impairs digestion. When the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation was established in 1955, few children lived to even attend elementary school. Today because of research and care supported by the CF Foundation with money raised through donations from families, corporations and foundations the median predicted age for people with CF is nearly 37 years.

In addition to BJ's Restaurants and IOTEC, significant financial support was provided by Norm Wilson and Sons, O’Connell Family Foundation, Toshiba, Watson Land Company, Ron and Ann Hallagan, Toshiba, Millie and Severson, William Close Family and Lee & Associates.

Plans are underway for the Fifth Annual Hook the Cure slated for early-November 2010. Information about the ultimate fishing, golf and spa adventure benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is available by contacting Gary Green, Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's Director of Corporate Development, at (714) 494-4623 in the US or 322 150-7214 in Puerto Vallarta. A new Hook the Cure website will be unveiled shortly at www.hookthecure.com and will feature an interactive photo gallery thanks to Nuevo Vallarta resident and award-winning photographer Jay Ailworth.

THE 2009 HOOK THE CURE TOURNAMENT WAS A GREAT SUCCESS, LOADS OF FUN AND FABULOUS FISHING.

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU NEXT YEAR.

CHECK BACK FOR DETAILS ABOUT THE 2010 TOURNAMENT.



FISHING TOURNAMENT !
GOLF & SPA PACKAGES


HOOK A FISH, CATCH A CURE
FOR CYSTIC FIBROSIS


NOVEMBER 5-8, 2009
PUERTO VALLARTA, JALISCO, MEXICO

Set Records Now!

As we draw closer to Hook the Cure #4, we are closing in on the $1 Million mark! Thanks to our incredible sponsors, anglers, duffers & spa aficionados, last year's $450,000 brought us that much closer to our biggest catch yet - a cure for cystic fibrosis. We plan to keep the momentum rolling this year as we descend upon Puerto Vallarta November 5 - 8, 2009. With all-inclusive accommodations, gourmet meals, social events, special guests, live entertainment, awards, prizes and fabulous auction items, this year's I.G.F.A - qualifier fishing tournament, golf tournament and spa adventure will be the best yet!

Spa, golf, fish, relax or choose any combination - Hook the Cure is a true "feel good" vacation, as all proceeds benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. In addition to searching for a cure, CFF also works very hard to provide treatments and therapies to enhance the quality of life for children and adults with Cystic Fibrosis. CFF makes a difference in our lives every day. It has enabled one of our favorite anglers, Will (our son/godson), to live and dream big. Just ask him about his summer score of a giant halibut! As Chairmen, we hope you can join us in our effort to Hook the Cure.



Villa Premiere Hotel and Spa, an 83-room beachfront hotel, is located just a short walk from the heart of downtown PV and two miles from the airport and marina. Upon arrival you will be greeted with a glass of champagne, cold towel and a 5-minute massage. Villa Premiere boasts first-class accommodations, two pools, 24-hour room service, business center and a full-service nationally recognized spa. Your all-inclusive package includes a la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner, unlimited domestic and international drinks, room service, unlimited stocked mini-bar, non-motorized water sports and access to the spa and fitness center. Participants in our spa package can select from a variety of relaxing services, which include massage therapy, facials, micro-dermabrasion, waxing and spa packages to calm your mind, body, and soul.


All packages include: • 3-nights/4-days accommodation at Villa Premiere Hotel and Spa • All meals, room service and drinks • Welcome gift • Mayor's Welcome Cocktail Party • Traditional Mexican Fiesta • Marina Weigh-In Reception • Gourmet Dinner, Awards Ceremony & Auction


In the fishing and golf packages, everything is included from bait, gear, boat, license, lunch, drinks and bilingual crew. The 40-mile wide Banderas Bay is an ideal location for Pacific Sailfish, Blue and Black Marlin, Dorado and Giant Yellowfin Tuna. Golfers will be treated to world-class golf at Vista Vallarta. Breathtaking views, grassy hillsides, natural creeks and arroyos provide the perfect setting for these signature courses designed by the world's greatest players, Jack Nicklaus and Tom Weiskopf.







ANGLER PACKAGE: $1,995 per person.
2 Days of tournament fishing.
$830 of your donation is tax deductible.

GOLFER PACKAGE: $1,995 per person.
2 Days of tournament golf.
$830 of your donation is tax deductible.

SPA PACKAGE: $1,295 per person.
Not interested in fishing or golfing? Select from an array of relaxing treatments.
$380 of your donation is tax deductible.

ANGLER & GOLFER COMBO: $1,995 per person.
11/6 fishing and 11/7 golfing.
$830 of your donation is tax deductible.

ANGLER & SPA COMBO: $1,995 per person.
11/6 fishing and 11/7 spa.
$955 of your donation is tax deductible.

GOLF & SPA COMBO: $1,995 per person.
11/6 spa and 11/7 golfing.
$955 of your donation is tax deductible.


Pricing based on double occupancy.

PLATINUM SPONSOR $25,000
Incl. four deluxe suites (eight packages), event signage, logo I.D, website visibility, welcome basket & special gift. ($15,680 of your donation is tax-deductable)


SILVER SPONSOR $10,000
Incl. one deluxe suite (two packages), event signage, logo I.D, website visibility, welcome basket & special gift. ($7,670 of your donation is tax-deductable)


BRONZE SPONSOR $5,000
Incl. one premium room (one package), event signage, logo I.D, website visibility, welcome basket & special gift. ($3,835 of your donation is tax-deductable)




Thursday, November 5
3-8:00pm: Registration open
8:30pm: Captains Meeting
9:00pm: Welcome Cocktail Party


Friday, November 6
6:30am: Continental Breakfast
7:30am-5:30pm: Fishing Day 1



Saturday, November 7
6:30am: Continental Breakfast
7:30am-5:30pm: Fishing Day 2 of 2
8:00pm: Awards Presentation and Auction



8:00pm: Optional Social Event Sunday, November 8
10:00am: Farewell Brunch
Have a safe trip home!




Each cast brings the possibility for that world record just as each person, innovation, fund-raising event or drug prospect carries the power to make a significant difference in the lives of so many. As every angler is thrilled with a winning catch, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation anticipates the "hook-up" of a lifetime - a cure for Cystic Fibrosis. Cystic Fibrosis is the most common, fatal genetic disease and affects over 30,000 children and young adults. It causes the body to produce abnormally thick mucus that clogs the lungs and other major organs, leading to chronic lung infections, malnutrition and liver damage, and eventually early death. One in 31 Americans - 10 million people - carry the CF gene. Working together against this life-threatening illness, we are moving closer every day to hook the cure. On behalf of Will and everyone waiting for that bite, thank you for your support and generosity.



As a sponsor you will be provided with an opportunity to highlight your company to a segment of the sportfishing and golf community that is both upscale and sophisticated. We offer numerous levels of sponsorship to meet your company's budget and promotional needs. Hook the Cure sponsors receive a variety of benefits from their investment such as advertising, event sponsorship exposure, sampling opportunities, vehicles for consumer promotions and client and customer entertainment. For a list of sponsorship opportunities, contact Gary Green.

HOOK THE CURE

(800) 232-8731

E-mail Gary Green: ggreen@cff.org


If you would like to donate an auction item, please contact Gary Green.
WE APPRECIATE ALL YOUR GENEROSITY AND SUPPORT

Tournament Reservation Form is included on our website - we look forward to hearing from you.

ENTER OUR WEBSITE: www.hookthecure.com

CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CHAPTER
ATTN: GARY W. GREEN
2150 S. TOWNE CENTRE PLACE SUITE 120
ANAHEIM, CA 92806


Phone: (714) 938-1393 or (800) 232-8731
Fax: (714) 938-1462

E-mail: ggreen@cff.org


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