2011 Hannah's Buddies Charity Classic logoFightSMA Tampa Bay has released the details of the 12th Annual Hannah’s Buddies Charity Classic to be held January 21-22, 2011. The event began in 2000 when John Bell of the band Widespread Panic decided to help his goddaughter Hannah and tens of thousands of children in their fight against spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).

The Classic will begin January 21st with a four-person scramble golf tournament at the Grand Cypress in Orlando, Florida followed by an award reception with live music from Galactic and The Bobby Lee Rodgers Trio. The next day, golfers and supporters will gather again at the House of Blues for a dinner and auction before the John Bell and Friends Benefit Bash kicks off. John Bell and the Drive-by Truckers will be joined by Special Guests Nickel and the Polar Bears.

For all the details, including how to register, buy tickets, become a sponsor, and make a donation, visit www.hannahsbuddies.org

Hannah Elliott and her godfather John Bell
Hannah Elliott and her godfather John Bell
at the 2010 Hannah’s Buddies Charity Classic