LWMS Grand Slam Gala 2026
Welcoming Our Gala Guests
Create to ELEVATE! We enhanced this year's Gala by adding fresh and exciting elements that crafted a spectacular and memorable event full of emotion, laughter, and celebration. In our 3rd year we honored Lonnie Winston's legacy by awarding a total of $5000 in scholarships to three (3) deserving Southeastern Community College student-athletes. The Grand Slam Gala was held at the renowned Burlington Golf Club on 4.18.26 in Burlington, IA.
Grand Slam Gala Mash-Up VIDEO CLIP
Max Leno from Robins, IA: $2500 Scholarship Winner Listen to his acceptance here
Peyton Poker from Baraboo, WI: $1500 Scholarship Winner Listen to his acceptance here
Brady Weber from Kalona, IA: $1000 Scholarship Winner Listen to his acceptance speech here
SCC Mascot CHAMP crashed the party and busted out some crazy moves to celebrate our scholarship winners! Gooooooo BLACKHAWKS!
The LWMS Brotherhood 2024 - 2026
What’s the tradition? The Brotherhood bringing it with BOOOOMS!
We brought the FUN in fundraising with an incredible silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and LW hats. Thank you to our donors & sponsors for their extraordinary generosity of spectacular gifts.
SCC Head Coach, Justin Schulte, shares his inspiring 30-year journey with Lonnie — “I probably wouldn't be here if it wasn't for Lonnie. To me, Lonnie Winston is the face of Southeastern Baseball.” (YouTube video here)
As one of the first 2024 scholarship recipients, our featured speaker, Grant Parker, takes us through his journey of excellence, drive, and achievement. (YouTube clip here)
Thank you to EDD the Florist of Ottumwa, IA for their sponsorship of simply lovely centerpieces.
The queen of the airways, radio personality, Jolene 'The Jukebox' Jet, on 101.7 The Bull and The New Mix 107.3 kicked off the evening by dishing out the deets on the evening’s festivities.
Grand Gala Times!
All the way from Maui, Lonnie’s brother and board secretary, Lance Winston gives his heartfelt congratulations to the 2026 recipients. (You Tube here)
On behalf of Coach Winston’s brother, mother, and sister they say MAHALO NUI for all of your love & support to the Lonnie Winston Memorial Scholarship Foundation.
Out in front or behind the scenes, we LOVE our team of volunteers who raise their hand to assist in our LWMS events throughout the year. We could not do what we do without you. THANK YOU!
