High Stakes Par-3 Golf Tournament Set For April 30 – May 3 at Grass Clippings Rolling Hills
Tempe, Ariz. – Gila River Resorts & Casinos will be the presenting sponsor of the 2025 Grass Clippings Open; a high stakes par-3 golf tournament scheduled to take place Wednesday, April 30th through Saturday, May 3rd at Grass Clippings Rolling Hills, Arizona’s first fully lit 18-hole golf course. The Grass Clippings Open presented by Gila River Resorts & Casinos is the first event of the 2025 Grass League season with 66 two-person teams competing in a gripping 36-hole tournament over two days, adhering to a no-stroke, two-person scramble, low gross format. The final round will air live on NBC Peacock on Saturday, May 3rd. Grass Clippings Open tickets are now on sale at www.GrassLeague.com and include access to the tournament and post-golf afterparties featuring two platinum recording artists: indie rapper/singer Bryce Vine will perform on Friday, May 2nd and singer/songwriter Quinn XCII will play on Saturday, May 3rd.
“Gila River Resorts & Casinos is proud to partner with the Grass Clippings Open. Coming off the heels of the LPGA Ford Championship Presented by Wildhorse Pass, we are incredibly excited to participate in this event and to bring the night golf vibe and experience to our customers,” said Gregory DiVincent, Corporate VP of Marketing for Gila River Resorts & Casinos.
As part of the presenting sponsorship agreement, Gila River Resorts & Casinos will receive branding throughout the tournament, a hospitality suite on the 18th green, tickets to the golf tournament and nightly concerts, commercials on NBC Peacock’s live tournament broadcast, as well as social media and YouTube collaborations leading up to the tournament. Gila River Resorts & Casinos will also have three teams participate in the April 30th Grass Clippings Open Qualifier with each playing for a chance to compete in the Grass Clippings Open.
The April 30th Grass Clippings Open Qualifier will feature a total of 108 two-person teams competing for a chance to play in the May 2nd and 3rd tournament. The top 25 qualifiers will be entered into the Grass League Draft (held on May 1st), during which the 11 existing Grass League Franchises will select two two-person teams to compete on their rosters during the Grass Clippings Open – this means only 22 teams will be selected, so participants will need to leave no doubt that they’ve got what it takes to compete with the best.
The Grass Clippings Open will feature an incredible fan experience with hospitality tents, vendors, food trucks, plenty of libations and live music capping off the festivities on May 2nd and 3rd. The schedule of events will include:
- April 30 – 108 Team Qualifier Event – 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- May 1 – Grass League Draft (open to the public) – 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- May 2 – Opening Round of Grass Clippings Open – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Afterparty featuring Bryce Vine – 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
- May 3 – Final Round of Grass Clippings Open – 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Afterparty featuring Quinn XCII – 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Grass League, the world’s first high stakes par 3 golf league, features teams from regional markets, including Los Angeles, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Minnesota, Michigan, Canada, Tampa Bay, New York, Dallas and more. Team investors include Good Good Golf, Wyndham Clark, Los Angeles Dodgers’ Manager Dave Roberts, Golf.com Founder Michael Lazerow, investment firm Social Leverage, and Eberg Capital.
For more information on the 2025 Grass Clippings Open presented by Gila River Resorts and Casinos, visit www.GrassLeague.com.
About Gila River Resorts & Casinos
Gila River Resorts & Casinos is Arizona’s premier gaming and entertainment destination, offering world-class service, state-of-the-art gaming options, and a variety of dining and entertainment experiences. Committed to delivering innovative and memorable experiences, Gila River is the ultimate choice for gaming in Arizona.
About Grass League
Founded by Jake Hoselton, Jimmy Hoselton, Connor Riley, and Pete Wilson, the Grass League is the world’s first high stakes par 3 golf league, uniquely embracing both professional and amateur events in team-based formats. Grass League events are set on lighted par 3 courses with the flagship host site located in the Phoenix market. The League welcomes qualifiers, encouraging broad participation and the discovery of emerging talents. With teams divided by regional markets, the League drives a sense of rivalry and community involvement. This innovative approach to team ownership and competitive play marks an exhilarating new chapter in the world of golf. Teams in the League are from Los Angeles, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Minnesota, Michigan, Canada, Tampa Bay, New York, Dallas, San Diego and more.
About Troon
Troon manages the daily operations of Grass Clippings Rolling Hills. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Troon is the world’s largest golf and golf-related hospitality management company, delivering services at 940-plus locations in 45-plus states and 40-plus countries. Troon also manages homeowner associations, private residence clubs, and a diverse range of hospitality venues. Troon’s family of brands includes award-winning divisions in food and beverage, club management, and recreational services. Its global reach and innovative approach to enhancing guest experiences make Troon a leader in the leisure and hospitality industry. For more information on Troon, visit www.Troon.com.
About Grass Clippings Rolling Hills
On March 2, 2023, the Tempe City Council approved Grass Clippings’ plan to overhaul and operate Rolling Hills Golf Course. Grass Clippings executed a long-term lease with the City of Tempe and took over the property on July 1st of last year, with Troon immediately assuming management of daily operations. Scottsdale-based WestHawk Capital partnered with Grass Clippings to lead a $15 million round of equity capitalization to finance the complete renovation of the facility, including the installation of lights and the full F&B and amenity package currently under development. The golf course reopened on Friday, November 3, 2023 following a four-month golf course renovation project and rye grass overseed, construction of a newly designed 9th hole, new tee boxes, installation of a new state-of-the-art irrigation system to improve turf quality, and a new 15,000 sq. ft. practice putting green. Grass Clippings Rolling Hills then opened to night golf play on Friday, December 1, 2023 and instantly became a favorite destination for golfers. More than 78 LED lights illuminate the golf course, which plays as a par 54, par-3 golf course at night and as an executive-length golf course (with par 3s and 4s) during the day. Golfers are able to track ball flight through the night sky on holes that range from 90 to 200-plus yards, while enjoying 360-degree views of downtown Tempe, Sky Harbor Airport, downtown Phoenix, the Phoenix Zoo and the nighttime silhouette of Papago Buttes.
The introduction of lights and night golf is just the beginning for the golf and entertainment venue, the flagship location for Grass Clippings’ cutting-edge vision. The team unveiled a refurbished golf shop in May 2024 and is in the process of renovating the clubhouse, adding a new Mexican food restaurant (Glenrosa) and a patio bar. In addition, Grass Clippings Rolling Hills will add a hilltop bar near hole 8, an activity lawn and video display, and an entertainment site for live music, markets, and events, with full completion of all projects targeted for 2025. For more information on Grass Clippings Rolling Hills, visit https://grassclippingsaz.com.
About WestHawk Capital
WestHawk Capital is a Scottsdale, Arizona-based investment management firm who partners emerging real estate sponsors with scalable investment strategies to accelerate the growth of their platforms. Additionally, WestHawk partners with operating businesses who require strategic real estate investments to achieve their growth. WestHawk has partnered with Grass Clippings to capitalize the real estate in the rollout of a pioneering concept in par 3 night (lighted) golf courses, beginning with the 2023, $15 million funding for the transformation of Grass Clippings Rolling Hills in Tempe, Arizona. WestHawk makes these investments both directly and through its affiliated commercial real estate investment operating platform Alignment Realty Capital. For more information, visit www.westhawkcapital.com or contact Gary Linhart at gary@westhawkcapital.com.
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