But the Course Manager/Director of Golf at Tarpon Springs (Fla.) Golf Course still resigned because of the pressure and publicity surrounding the criminal investigation, which began after local police and city officials were told by a former employee that management at the municipal course was sanctioning side wagers and raffles among league players.

After receiving a letter, reportedly from a disgruntled employee, that league players at the Florida municipal course were each putting $20 into a pot that would be divided among those shooting low rounds or winning other competitions, local police looked into possible violations of statutes that prohibit the “operation of a gambling house” and the “promotion of games in connection with the sale of a product or service.” After the investigation was forwarded to the Florida State’s Attorney Office, the club’s Course Manager/Director of Golf told league players they would have to stop the practice and retained an attorney to protect himself personally against possible felony charges.