1957 Opening Weekend

This was the first year the Opening Weekend trophy was awarded. The intention was to award a new small trophy every year. However, Art Wright, who won, suggested that the small trophy in the picture be made into one large trophy that could be awarded each year with the winners' names engraved onto it. Another great Meadowbrook tradition began. The Trophy was made larger prior to the next Opening Weekend. It remained that way until 1997 when a new base was added. A new addition will be needed prior to the 93rd annual Opening Weekend in 2037.

1957 Invitation

1957 Guest List

Herm & Norm Schwarze

Ralph & Evie Schwarze - Dick & Katie

Fred & Cleo Schwarze - Fred Jr., Tommy & Bonnie

Nate & Myrtle Traill

Art & Midge Wright - Rollie & Larry

Todd & Jan Brackett

Jim & Ruby Burchyette