GOLF — Roger Bacon Boys Golf will host its first-ever tournament on Monday, August 24, at Western Hills Country Club. Roger Bacon will host the Ron Meister Memorial in honor of longtime Roger Bacon coach, parent, and friend Ron Meister.

The tournament will feature a shotgun start beginning at noon. Both the Boys Varsity and Varsity “Brown” teams will participate, along with teams from CHCA, Elder, La Salle, Madeira, Middletown Christian, Oak Hills, Sycamore, Talawanda, and Wyoming. The Girls Golf team will compete against CHCA as part of the Ron Meister Memorial tournament at the Western Hills Country Club. Their tee time is also at noon.

This tournament is named in honor of Ron Meister, a legendary Roger Bacon parent, coach, and friend who passed away in January 2026. He was a source of inspiration to so many, and his story has been told many times over the years.

Ron Meister was far more than a volunteer football coach at Roger Bacon High School - he was a mentor, a servant leader, and a living example of faith, perseverance, and selfless love.

Known affectionately throughout the Roger Bacon community as “Mr. Positive,” Ron approached every day with gratitude and purpose, no matter the challenge before him. Whether his role involved setting up cameras, doing laundry, managing equipment, encouraging players, or simply being present when someone needed support, Ron never sought recognition. He simply gave - fully and generously.

A man of faith, Ron believed that football was about far more than the scoreboard. To him, the true victories were found in the lessons young men learned about hard work, resilience, brotherhood, and lifting one another up when life became difficult. He lived those lessons himself, even while bravely battling cancer.

During his fight, Ron continued to show up for others - encouraging players, checking in on alumni, and reminding everyone that faith over fear was more than a slogan; it was a way of life. His courage inspired countless student-athletes, coaches, families, and friends. Even in the most difficult moments, Ron chose hope and positivity.

Ron’s impact extended beyond the field. He built lasting relationships rooted in trust, kindness, and authenticity. Former players often speak of the quiet text messages, the words of encouragement, and the steady presence that helped them through their own struggles. Ron understood that we are all fighting something, and he believed that simple acts of human kindness could ease even the greatest suffering.

Ron passed away after a courageous five year battle with cancer on January 2nd, 2026. But his spirit, values, and example live on - in every player he encouraged, every coach he supported, and every life he touched.