KNOXVILLE -- The 2013 Russell Biven Summer Clayfest Tournament is scheduled for Friday, August 9 and Saturday, August 10 at Chilhowee Sportsman’s Club in Maryville, TN. All proceeds benefit mental health, addiction and social services provided by the Helen Ross McNabb Center.

“Like every year, we are going to have a good time at this year’s tournament. You can’t go wrong by having a little fun and supporting an organization like the Helen Ross McNabb Center. We still have open spots for each flight. I’d like to invite the community to come out to support the Center and show us what you got!” says Biven.

The tournament will include two flights on Friday and two flights on Saturday. Flight times are 10:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The cost for a five-person team is $650 and includes lunch provided by Dead End BBQ, a goody bag and use of a golf cart. In addition to awards for top scores, there will be a five-stand contest and other games.

Knoxville Police Chief David Rausch has also joined in support of the Center and is rallying other law enforcement to show off their skills. The Chief Rausch Shotgun Challenge encourages local law enforcement to cross territory lines for a “shoot-off.” The winning department will take home the coveted law enforcement trophy.

“I’m excited to team with up with Russell to benefit an organization that impacts every part of our community. I’ve worked with the Helen Ross McNabb Center personally for several years and I know that every dollar of this tournament will help improve the health, safety and quality of life for individuals in our community who need it most,” said Chief Rausch.

Russell Biven and the Helen Ross McNabb Center would like to thank the presenting sponsor, Cherokee Distributing for their support and participation in memory of Herb Ogle. A long-time friend and supporter of the Helen Ross McNabb Center, Herb was active in the Russell Biven Clayfest Tournament and served as a former committee member.

To sponsor the event or register a team, please call Kim Mitchell at (865) 329-9120 or visit www.mcnabbcenter.org.

The Helen Ross McNabb Center is a premier not‐for‐profit provider of behavioral health services in East Tennessee. Since 1948, the Center has provided quality and compassionate care to children, adults and families experiencing mental illness, addiction and social challenges. As the Center begins its 65th year of providing services to communities in East Tennessee, its mission remains clear and simple; “Improving the lives of the people we serve.” For more information, visit www.mcnabbcenter.org or call 865‐637‐9711.

Published July 26, 2013