Meet Dorothy Christman, M.D., 2016 Valspar Championship Winner of the PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge

For Immediate Release: March 13, 2016

Dorothy Christman has been named the winner of the 2016 PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge sponsored by Myrbetriq® (mirabegron). Dr. Christman presented a $10,000 check to Big Cat Rescue on behalf of Astellas Pharma US, Inc. on Championship Sunday at the Valspar Championship. The charity was chosen by Dr. Christman from a list provided by the tournament.

The PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge is a friendly competition, which raises funds for charity while recognizing the talent, passion and commitment of the more than 100,000 annual PGA TOUR tournament volunteers nationwide who dedicate extensive time to helping tournaments raise funds for local charities.

Dr. Christman volunteered at the Valspar Championship as a meaningful way to experience the tournament and get an up-close and personal look at profession.al golf. As winner of the PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge at the Valspar Championship, he will help make a difference for animals served through Big Cat Rescue.

The PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge is taking place at 16 tournaments during the 2016 PGA TOUR season and builds upon close to $1 million provided by its sponsor Astellas to tournament charities over the course of the PGA TOUR sponsorship.