The Diamond Resorts TOC kicks off the LPGA season. John Smoltz, a member of the baseball Hall of Fame, has won the tournament. It also attracts regulars of the celebrity golf circuit. Ten major champions participated last year. Another notable feature of the tournament is the Celebrity Division, and the Schedule of Events.
Celebrity section of the tournament
53 celebrities will compete for a $500,000 prize in the Celebrity Division. The field includes Annika Sorenstam, a four-time major champion, John Smoltz, a former Atlanta Braves pitcher, and country singer/actor Cole Swindell. Sorenstam, who was presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, made her first public comments during the week.
Annika Sorenstam, an Australian tennis player, is also a celebrity at the LPGA Tour. She has played in tournaments before, including the PNC Championship with her father. However, she has never played against any current LPGA Tour players. She will be playing in the Celebrity Division of the Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions, where each celebrity will play their own ball in a modified Stableford format. The pair will be paired up with LPGA pros for a 72-hole stroke play tournament.
Tickets packages
LPGA diamond resorts offer ticket packages that allow you to enjoy the game at a fraction of the cost. The tournament is held every year in Florida, and is sponsored annually by Diamond Resorts. The tournament attracts celebrities and top women golfers worldwide. This year's event is scheduled to take place from January 16 through January 19 at the Four Seasons Golf and Sports Club in Orlando.
LPGA tournaments offer several ticket packages. These range from $30 for one-day access to the grounds to $60 for four-day passes. Diamond Resorts offers the Club 18 package for those who want to enhance their experience. This includes a skybox with hole 18, a fully plated lunch, a premium, open bar and access to two evening events. Prices start at $3,000 for the Club 18 package.
Schedule
As the LPGA continues its rebuilding efforts, its schedule is set to be dominated by the Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions. This tournament will be attended by 50 celebrities golfers. Past attendees have included Toby Keith, Alfonso Ribeiro, Grant Hill, Ray Allen, Justin Verlander, Marcus Allen, and Jerry Rice.
Every January, the Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions will be held. It will feature LPGA champions along with celebrities. Gaby Lopez, a Mexican native, will be playing in the 2020 tournament. John Smoltz is a Hall of Fame pitcher who won the celebrity category and will be defending his title in 2021.