The 17th Annual Tee-Off for Tourette     Charity Golf Event 

 The 17th Annual Tee-Off for Tourette Charity Golf Tournament, the oldest and one of the most successful golf events for Tourette's syndrome in the United States, is Monday, October 17, 2011 at Canongate at The Woodlands-Panther Trail Course.  The tournament is a four person scramble with Best Ball and Contests.   Lunch is provided by Texas Roadhouse.   Not a golfer?  Tickets are also available for the Evening Awards Dinner and Silent Auction only.  

Tourette’s syndrome is a neurobehavioral movement disorder characterized by motor and vocal tics. Beginning in childhood, it causes those affected to make movements and noises they cannot control. Additionally, many are plagued by obsessive-compulsive disorder, attention-deficit-hyperactivity disorder, oppositional behavior, and other disorders. Approximately two percent of the population suffers from TS, with 1 in 100 school age boys and 1 in 300-400 school age girls affected. Although medication may help control the symptoms, as of yet there is no cure. 

The Tourette Syndrome Association of Texas, one of the largest chapters in the country, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization striving to improve the quality of life for individuals with Tourette's syndrome and their families.  We raise funds to directly assist Texas area families and children in crisis, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.  Your support will help us to continue our many educational and advocacy programs, scholarships, support groups, and the du Ballon Rouge TS camping weekend.