Looking back at Augusta’s 19th annual RockForeDough!
By Madison Keel | Photography editor
The 19th annual Rock Fore! Dough took place on April 4 at the Evans Towne Center Park in Evans, Ga.
The Masters week tradition, sponsored by the First Tee of Augusta, works with schools and after school programs to “help shape the lives of young people from all walks of life by reinforcing values like integrity, respect, and perseverance through the game of golf,” according to their mission statement.
Riley Green was the headliner supported by Sister Hazel, Voice of Harold, Cody Webb and DJ Rock.
Ken Block and Drew Copeland of Sister Hazel said that they were “honored to be back… for a great cause that raises good money.” They continued, “We were here when this thing kicked off, [we] grew up playing golf and love the opportunities that First Tee provides people.”
When asked what it means to them to be invited back and playing in Augusta during Masters week, they stated, “being a band from the southeast and knowing the history of the area is such a good fit for us, it feels like coming home.”
Speaking about the opportunity to perform for the crowd, Green said, “We’re going to have a good time for a good cause.”
He continued, “Masters is such a historic event, it’s a huge deal getting to be here during a historic time in golf and being able to give back to underprivileged children.”
Green also spoke about his career. He said playing shows is “something I never dreamed I’d be doing, especially doing it right here in Georgia close to the house.”
Singer-songwriter Riley Green speaks to reporters. At top of page, Musician Cody Webb performs at RockForeDough! (photos by Madison Keel)
Green is from Jacksonville, Ala. and is currently releasing music under Big Machine Records. His set for the evening included some of his hits such as ‘I Wish Grandpas Never Died’ and ‘Get That Man A Beer.’
Augusta can expect Rock Fore! Dough to return with another Tuesday night show next year during the 2024 Masters Tournament.
Contact Madison Keel at mkeel@augusta.edu.
This story is published in the Monday, April 24, 2023 print edition of The Bell Ringer on page 4.
