Inaugural Championship Offers Competitive Play, Exclusive Event Access and More
ORLANDO, Fla. (Sept. 22, 2011) – Golfweek announced today that registration is now open for the inaugural Golfweek Stableford National Championship, which will be played Jan. 28-31 across three Orlando-area courses – The Legends at Orange Lake Resort, Ridgewood Lakes Golf Club and ChampionsGate Golf Club (International Course).
The newest addition to Golfweek’s extensive events lineup, the Golfweek Stableford National Championship gives golfers the opportunity to play three competitive rounds for a $15,000 purse (based on a full field), while also participating in a skills challenge and enjoying social events. In addition, players will gain access to the exclusive industry-only PGA Merchandise Show through a guided tour.
“We are thrilled to be working with the PGA Merchandise Show to offer golfers a truly unique golf experience,” said Armand Cimaroli, Golfweek’s director of events. “By coupling the stableford format – which encourages fast play and handicap integrity – with exclusive access to the world’s largest golf industry event, the Golfweek Stableford National Championship has the ability to grow into one of the most popular events on the Golfweek calendar.”
Open to golfers of all ages and abilities, registration for the 2012 Golfweek Stableford National Championship is $495. Visit www.GolfweekEvents.com for complete tournament details and registration.
About Golfweek
Founded in 1975, Golfweek is the most authentic, authoritative and independent voice in golf. Serving enthusiasts who are truly passionate about the game of golf, the Golfweek brand includes Golfweek magazine, Golfweek.com, Golfweek OnDemand, Golfweek Mobile, Golfweek Custom Media, The Golf Wire, The Apparel Wire, The Tour Van and TurfNet.com. Golfweek is part of Turnstile Media Group, which specializes in developing diverse media platforms that engage and strengthen the communities they serve. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Orlando, Fla., Turnstile Media Group is also the parent of Professional Artist, Community Media Holdings, The Seminole Voice, The Winter Park/Maitland Observer and Turnstile Connect.
About the PGA Merchandise Show
The 59th PGA Merchandise Show, held January 26-28, 2012, in Orlando, Fla., is the world’s most influential annual golf marketplace. More than 1,000 top golf companies and brands combine with more than 40,000 industry professionals from around the world to launch a new year for the business of golf. During Show days, PGA Professionals, retailers and industry leaders will uncover the latest trends, source the newest golf merchandise, test the latest equipment, learn proven business best practices, network among peers and move forward the business of the game. Organized in partnership with The PGA of America as a trade-only event, the 2012 PGA Merchandise Show will be held in the Orange County Convention Center ~ 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. on Jan. 26-27; and 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on Jan. 28. For more information, visit www.PGAShow.com.
Contact:
Kayla Mitchell, Marketing Communications Manager
407.563.7047 | KMitchell@Golfweek.com
