Root Center's 2nd Annual Golf Tournament

June 22, 2026

Root Center’s Driving Recovery Golf Classic Returns to

Lyman Orchards


Root Center for Advanced Recovery is proud to announce the return of the Driving Recovery Golf Classic, a charity golf tournament dedicated to supporting our mission of providing accessible, compassionate behavioral health care throughout Connecticut.


Join us on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at the beautiful Lyman Orchards Golf Club in Middlefield, Connecticut, for a day of golf, community, and purpose. Whether you're a seasoned golfer, a community supporter, or a local business looking to make a difference, this event offers a meaningful opportunity to help advance recovery and wellness across our state.



At Root Center, we believe that recovery is possible for everyone. Every day, our team works to provide mental health and substance use treatment, prevention services, community health programs, and recovery support to thousands of individuals and families.


The Driving Recovery Golf Classic brings together community members, sponsors, and supporters who share our commitment to creating healthier communities and helping people build brighter futures.


Event Details


Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026
Location: Lyman Orchards Golf Club, Middlefield, CT

Tournament Schedule

  • Registration: 7:00 a.m.
  • Driving Range & Putting Green Open: 7:30 a.m.
  • Shotgun Start: 9:00 a.m.
  • Banquet, Awards, Prizes & Raffle: 2:00 p.m.
  • Event Conclusion: 4:00 p.m.


Participants will enjoy a full day of golf, including contests such as Longest Drive, Closest to the Pin, and the chance for a Hole-in-One prize. A light breakfast, lunch, post-play refreshments, and a banquet dinner are included as part of the event experience.


Sponsorship Opportunities


The Driving Recovery Golf Classic offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities for businesses and organizations looking to increase their visibility while supporting a worthy cause. By becoming a sponsor, your organization will help strengthen recovery services and behavioral health programs that impact thousands of lives each year.


Register Today


Whether you're registering a foursome, becoming a sponsor, or making a donation, your support helps Root Center continue its work of improving lives and strengthening communities across Connecticut.


We invite you to join us for a memorable day on the course while helping advance hope, healing, and recovery.


Together, we can drive hope and lasting change.


Visit our tournament website here.

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