<b>By Lanier Laney</b>

The 23rd annual Brays Island Croquet Tournament saw another successful year, raising more than $95,000 for AMIkids Beaufort during the event Saturday, May 10, that featured a picnic-like atmosphere with food, drink, a silent auction, and of course, croquet.

The money will be used to refurbish a laundry area and provide other much needed updates to the residential facility in Dale, formerly the Beaufort Marine Institute. The AMIkids program serves only male teens ages 13-17 convicted of non-violent offenses from throughout the state. Students work toward their high school equivalency diplomas, and the program also offers numerous hands-on educational opportunities, treatment and behavior modification. While at AMIkids Beaufort, the students focus on education, counseling and behavioral services designed to empower decision-making that will ultimately shape their future.  They learn to reestablish core values, life skills and vocational skills; tools to help as they return to the local community and the workforce.  The structured, family environment at the facility has led to a 77 percent success, and the organization was recently recognized by South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley for its achievements.

A “Captain’s Party” for all participants was held the night before the tournament, Friday, May 9 at the historic Marshlands home of Brantley Harvey Jr. in Beaufort’s Old Point neighborhood downtown. Kudos to <b>Dr. Mike Harris</b> and <b>Mike Ingram</b> for organizing another productive and entertaining event. Here are some pics for you.

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