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\u201cDuring our 14 years of holding this event, it has raised more than $700,000 for MDA\u2019s ALS research program,\u201d said event organizer and Manhattan Construction Project Manager Keith Knighten. \u201cWe are so thankful to Houston\u2019s generous architecture, engineering and construction communities who have made this possible through their support, donations and sponsorship of this tournament throughout the years.\u201d<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s event was held Friday, Oct. 10 at Cypresswood Golf Club in Spring, Texas. More than 250 golfers participated.<\/p>\n
The tournament was originally conceived by Manhattan team members during the construction of what is now known as NRG Stadium in Houston. A team member of one of the subcontractors on the project was diagnosed with ALS, which ultimately took his life. The Manhattan Construction project team, led by Project Executive Duane Duffy, organized the first golf classic 14 years ago in honor of this industry partner and friend. Today, Manhattan continues to honor his legacy by raising money for ALS research to find a cure for this devastating disease.<\/p>\n
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About Manhattan Construction.<\/strong><\/p>\n Manhattan Construction Co. was founded in Oklahoma in 1896 and has been a part of the Houston community since 1942. The firm has constructed some of the region\u2019s most recognized landmarks, including Ben Taub Hospital, METRO Headquarters, the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library Complex at Texas A&M, St. Luke\u2019s Medical Towers, NRG Stadium (formerly Reliant Stadium), the University of Houston Football Stadium and BBVA Compass Stadium \u2013 home of the Houston Dynamo.<\/p>\n In the last two years Manhattan has received more than 50 industry honors for quality and safety. Manhattan is a four-time STEP Diamond award winner. This is the Associated Builders and Contractor\u2019s Safety Training and Evaluation Process program\u2019s highest safety honor. The company\u2019s services include Builder-Driven Pre-Construction\u00ae, construction management, general building, design-build and turn-key projects. The company works in the U.S., Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean. www.manhattanconstruction.com.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n About The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).<\/strong><\/p>\n The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is a national voluntary health agency dedicated to fighting 43 neuromuscular diseases through an unparalleled research effort, public health education and a wide array of medical services. MDA provides services to families like support groups, equipment, clinic visits and summer camp for children. MDA has local clinics in Texas Children\u2019s Hospital and Houston Methodist Hospital.<\/p>\n Through supporting MDA, donors can help make a difference in the lives of families living with a neuromuscular disease and give them hope for the future as researchers diligently search for a cure.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n