AHI Hosts Successful 22nd Annual Golf Classic with Strong Turnout
Group photo at the AHI Golf Tournament 2025
WASHINGTON D.C. - The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) hosted its 22nd Annual Golf Classic on October 20, 2025, at the Country Club of Fairfax, bringing together supporters, sponsors, and friends of the Institute.
Moderated by President Nick Larigakis, the program began with a warm welcome from Peter Bota, tournament co-chair, followed by greetings from Paris Karasso, senior vice president at Calamos Investments.
Leon Andris, tournament co-chair, introduced guest speaker Trish Christakis, sports and news anchor with CBS News Miami. Christakis, an award-winning Greek American journalist, reflected on her experiences covering major sporting events, including the NBA Finals, the Stanley Cup Final, and Lionel Messi’s arrival to Major League Soccer. She also shared deep pride in her heritage and connection to the Hellenic community of South Florida, her hometown of Chicago, and beyond. Internationally, Christakis has extended her passion for sports to Greece, including presenting an award at the prestigious Gazzetta Awards in Athens in 2024.
Following the morning program, golfers teed off in a scramble-format tournament before reconvening for dinner, awards, and a silent auction.
2025 Tournament Results
1st Place Team (−16 / 55)
Peter Marketos, Gustavo Leal, Drew Irwin
2nd Place Team (−14 / 57)
Steve Buckhantz, Ron Clatterbuck, Tim Massetti, Steve Novak
3rd Place Team (−12 / 59)
Ryan Ritthaworn, Pavin Chittuwutinon, Nick Srisawat, Eir Kepradith
Closest to the Pin: Ryan Ritthaworn
Longest Drive: Drew Irwin
Logo of the tournament sponsor
Larigakis thanked the tournament’s many sponsors and participants for their ongoing commitment, noting that the annual event continues to play an important role in supporting AHI’s mission.
Sponsors included: Calamos Investments (tournament sponsor); Circle Management Company (breakfast sponsor); International Collision Center (registration sponsor); Chimicles Schwartz Law (golf cart sponsor); and hole sponsors Leon Andris, the Argeroplos Family, Capital Hilton Hotel, Donmar Company, Georgia & Demitrios Halakos, James H. Lagos Company Inc., Market Development Group, Metro 29 Diner, McLean Hilton Tysons Corner, National Hellenic Society, Thesis Painting, USL Financials Inc., Vios Advisors at Rockefeller Global Family Office, and John Vasiliou.
“Each year, the AHI Golf Classic offers an opportunity for members of our community to enjoy camaraderie while advancing our mission,” Larigakis said. “I’m grateful to our sponsors, volunteers, and players for making this year’s tournament another tremendous success.”
AHI President Nick Larigakis joins CBS News Miami sports anchor Trish Christakis for an insightful panel discussion
He added, “We especially appreciate the support of tournament sponsor Calamos Investments. Their support enables our tournament to be successful. We are also grateful for the participation of our special guest, Trish Christakis, who brought a very interesting perspective to our sports discussion and lively Q&A.”
AHI extends special thanks to tournament co-chairs Leon Andris and Peter Bota for their leadership and dedication in organizing this year’s event.
The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) is a non-profit policy center and think tank founded in 1974 that promotes the interests of the United States in foreign affairs involving Greece, the Republic of Cyprus, the Eastern Mediterranean, and Southern Europe.
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