Desert Launch, Diamond In The Desert Classic Open Long Drive Season In Mesquite, Nevada
ROANOKE, TEXAS (Dec. 17, 2007) – Long Drivers of America (LDA) today announced its 2008 season begins on Feb. 6-10 with two events, the Desert Launch and Diamond in the Desert Classic.
Both events take place at the Palms GC in scenic Mesquite, Nevada, site of the annual RE/MAX World Long Drive Championship, the premier event in power golf.
The Desert Launch (DL) is a members-only long drive event for active LDA members. Competition takes place on Feb. 6 and 7 in two divisions: open and senior (45 and up). The entry fee is $600 per player.
In addition to prize money, top DL finishers will earn exemptions into the 2008 RE/MAX WLDC finals next fall.
The Diamond in the Desert Classic (DDC) marks the initial qualifying event for the 2008 RE/MAX World Long Drive Championship.
DDC competition takes place on Feb. 8-10 in five adult divisions: open, senior (45-52), super seniors (53-60), grand champions (61 and up) and women. Entry fees are $40 for open and senior competitors, $30 for the other three divisions. Players who advance to the DDC finals pay an additional $75 (LDA members) or $125 (non-members).
The DDC is open to amateur and professional golfers alike. LDA membership is not required for participation. Top DDC finishers also earn exemptions into the RE/MAX world finals in October.
A complete shedule of events for both the Desert Launch and Diamond in the Desert Classic will be posted on www.longdrivers.com.
Contact:
Russ Pate (214) 349-3603
Steve Wiley (888) 233-4654
