It’s currently the LIV Golf League’s off-season. But no tournaments don’t mean just lazing around. Especially for Harold Varner III after such a tragedy as Hurricane Helene took place in the U.S.A. Well, not to worry, for the golfer and his team made sure to step up to support the relief efforts in the western part of North Carolina. And many, including the likes of Hailey Ostrom, took to Instagram to praise the athlete!

The golfer, after deciding to help out, reached out to his team just a day after the tragedy hit. The group initially worked on the ground giving away chainsaws, fuel, parts, and generators, and helped out the people through various means. That’s not all. Varner III’s team also started running trips from the airport to supply pick-up areas and ran medical supplies from Charlotte for the injured. More importantly, he decided to raise awareness about the same while urging others to support the cause.

Saying that the community was pleased would be an understatement. For some even took to mention how he spent the money that he received from the Saudi-backed league very effectively instead of keeping it to himself. Quite a bit of a philanthropist, he turned out to be, as he extended his hand toward those in need in North Carolina! Suffice it to say, golfing influencer Hailey Ostrom was but one of the few who decided to express her support for the same!

Hailey Ostrom and the community exude praise for Harold Varner III

The unfortunate tragedy hit the Southeast coast of the country. As a result, many lost their homes, belongings and more. Even senior PGA Tour Pro John Daly who lives in Florida, was affected due to the hurricane as well owing to it hitting the Big Bend area. “For everyone that has reached out, my family are all safe but all our homes are not!” divulged the pro in an update. “As water is pouring out of every crevice! Total loss and devastation after living here all my life! I still cannot imagine ALL we have lost but we are SAFE and all can be replaced! Praise God!” 

Seems that Hurricane Helene caused much more devastation and destruction than what was initially expected to take place. As a result, many fans took to the Instagram post that Harold Varner III shared to express their concern for the affected people while praising him. Even Hailey Ostrom took to comment, “Honorable!! Praying for everyone who has been affected by this disaster,” while another fan responded, “Praying for all of you working, rescuing, and providing help.”

A lot of golfers signed with the LIV Golf League after its inception in 2022. Varner III was no different as he joined the Saudi-backed league for a whopping $15 million as a signing bonus. Moreover, down the lane, he emerged victorious at the Washington DC event back in 2023 while raking in $4 million as a reward. Quite a lucrative amount, the golfer seems to have garnered, especially when you look at his team winnings.

Proud would be an understatement as a couple of followers took to express their praise for the golfer and his team for spending the money he received from the PIF-funded circuit. They responded with comments such as “Times like this are why HV3 went to LIV. Way to put your money where your mouth is. Respect,” and “This makes me proud to be a HV3 fan, great work to the team the guys on the ground, and a standing ovation for Harold!!!! He didn’t have to use his own money but he did that shows a man’s character, which speaks louder than words in my opinion!”

Although the golfer was born in Ohio, he spent his younger years in Gastonia. Growing up, he played golf at Forestview High and teed off in collegiate golf at East Carolina University. Couple these facts with the recent relief efforts, and a fan went ahead to respond, “Appreciate you keeping your roots.” 

While the devastating news of Hurricane Helene did come as a shock to many, it ultimately led to many joining hands to help each other out. And it sure did bring out the best in many including the likes of the LIV Golf Pro. Take a bow, Harold Varner III!