Golden Horseshoe GOLF CLUB RELEASES GOLF EVENT SCHEDULE

Opportunities for Competition in Six Upcoming Events During the Year

Whether you are a competitive golfer, a weekend warrior, or seeking some family fun, Colonial Williamsburg Resorts has you covered with the announcement of the 2019 schedule of five exciting golf tournaments at the renowned Golden Horseshoe Golf Club.  The events are open for public players, members and hotel guests, and focus on fun, friendly competition at the award-winning golf venues at Golden Horseshoe Golf Club.

For additional information on any event, or to register, please call or email Cherie Giebink at (757) 565-8382 or cgiebink@cwf.org or visit www.goldenhorseshoegolf.com.

The 2019 Golden Horseshoe Golf Club event schedule is as follows:

27^th Annual Golden Horseshoe Invitational

Saturday, July 13 & Sunday, July 14, 2019

The premier amateur team event of the year in the Mid-Atlantic Region is back at Golden Horseshoe Golf Club.  Two person teams compete for two days on the award-winning Gold Course (home to numerous NCAA, VSGA and USGA Championships).

Tournament Details:

• 36-hole, four-ball (two person best ball) stroke play format – gross scoring (no handicap).
• Both rounds on The Gold Course.
• Competition in Open, Senior (age 50 and over) and Super Senior (age 65 and over) Divisions.
• Field size is limited to 56 two person teams.
• Opening night reception
• BBQ lunch following play on Sunday
• Prizes for winning teams depending on field size in each division
• Special Practice round rate of $59 per player

$274.50 per person – tournament only

$457.70 per person – tournament and room at The Griffin Hotel at Colonial Williamsburg Resort (2 nights, double occupancy – single occupancy rates available)

Entry Deadline is July 11, 2019

27^th Annual Jones Cup Parent / Child Tournament

Saturday, July 20 & Sunday, July 21, 2019

This fun filled two-day, two person team event is played over both championship courses at Golden Horseshoe with two exciting formats.  The Jones Cup has now expanded its competition as a parent / child event.  Eligible teams will be comprised of parent / child, stepparent / stepchild, parent-in-law / child-in-law, or grandparent / grandchild.  Competitors vie to have their names added to the coveted Jones Cup, a silver trophy crafted by a local silversmith who has worked with engraving on the famed Ryder Cup.

Tournament Details:

• 36-hole event
• Round 1 Green Course – four-ball (two person best ball) format
• Round 2 Gold Course – modified alternate shot format
• Players must have a valid USGA handicap to compete for net prizes.
• Opening night reception
• BBQ lunch following play on Sunday
• Prizes for net and gross winners
• Special practice round pricing – $50 per player on Green Course – $75 on Gold Course – children 18 and under play free with a paying adult for practice rounds.

$249.50 per person – tournament only

$424.70 per person – tournament and room at The Griffin Hotel at Colonial Williamsburg Resort (2 nights, double occupancy – single occupancy rates available)

Entry deadline is July 17, 2019

Golden Horseshoe Pro-Am Patriot Cup

Monday, September 16 & Tuesday, September 17, 2019

This new event will allow club professionals from all over the country to compete with three amateurs on the award-winning Gold Course while experiencing all that Colonial Williamsburg Resorts has to offer.  The 36-hole competition will be played using the best two scores of four on every hole.

Tournament Details:

• 36-hole event on The Gold Course
• Field limited to 25 four-person teams (one professional and three amateurs).
• Players must have a valid USGA handicap to compete for net prizes.
• Opening night reception and pairings party
• Player gifts
• Awards reception following play on Tuesday
• Prizes for net and gross winners

$1240 per team (1 professional and 3 amateurs) – tournament only

$437.20 per person – tournament and room at The Griffin Hotel at Colonial Williamsburg Resort (2 nights, double occupancy – single occupancy rates also available)

Entry deadline is September 10, 2019

27^th Annual Couples Invitational

Monday, November 4 & Tuesday, November 5, 2019

A congenial golf gathering that always delivers plenty of enjoyment as well as challenges on both The Green and The Gold Courses. The 36-hole Couples Tournament plays the first round in Captain’s Choice format and the second round in four-ball format.  Flights are based on the total handicap of each team.

Tournament Details:

• 36-hole event
• Round 1 Green Course – captain’s choice (scramble) format
• Round 2 Gold Course – four-ball (two person best ball) format
• Players must have a valid USGA handicap to compete for net prizes.
• Competitors will be flighted based on total team handicap
• Opening night reception
• BBQ lunch following play on Sunday
• Prizes for net and gross winners

$249.50 per person – tournament only

$376.70 per person – tournament and room at The Griffin Hotel at Colonial Williamsburg Resort (2 nights, double occupancy)

Entry deadline is October 30, 2019

Fall Military Invitational

Saturday, November 9 & Sunday, November 10, 2019

Popular with military members and friends, the tournament requires that the two-person amateur teams must have at least one active-duty, retired, or reserve military or National Guard member.  Both rounds will be played on The Green Course.

Tournament Details:

• 36-hole event
• Round 1 – captain’s choice (scramble) format
• Round 2 – four-ball (two person best ball) format
• Players must have a valid USGA handicap to compete for prizes
• Competitors will be flighted based on round 1 scores
• Prizes for net and gross winners

$124.50 per person – tournament only

$275.70 per person – tournament and room at The Griffin Hotel at Colonial Williamsburg Resort (2 nights, double occupancy)

Entry deadline is November 1, 2019

The 2016-17 renovation of Robert Trent Jones Sr.’s original 1963 design was directed by his son, Rees, known as the “Open Doctor” for his expert renovations of many U.S. Open courses.  The Gold Course is one of the most highly-touted golf courses in the region, including recognition by Golf Digest as No. 79 on its list of America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses while GOLF Magazine ranks it as No. 55 on its list of the Top 100 Courses You Can Play.

Revenue from golf play on the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club’s three courses supports The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, keeping this vital piece of American history alive and thriving.

For additional information on events or to register, please call or email Cherie Giebink at (757) 565-8382 or cgiebink@cwf.org or visit www.goldenhorseshoegolf.com. Or explore all Colonial Williamsburg Resorts has to offer at www.ColonialWilliamsburgResorts.com or join the conversation on Facebook or Instagram.

About Colonial Williamsburg Resorts

Colonial Williamsburg Resorts includes a picturesque campus offering guests five unique hotel properties including the iconic Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star, AAA Five Diamond Williamsburg Inn, newly renovated Williamsburg Lodge, Autograph Collection, Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel and Suites, the Griffin Hotel, and the experiential authentic 18th-century Colonial Houses. The resort offers a range of events and amenities including 4 historic taverns, 15 food and beverage outlets providing exquisite culinary experiences from casual to elegant dining, the Golden Horseshoe Golf Club featuring 45 holes designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. and his son Rees Jones, a world-class full-service spa and fitness center, pools, meeting and flexible event spaces, and scenic gardens providing the perfect venue for weddings and special events.

About Colonial Williamsburg

The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation preserves, restores and operates Virginia’s 18th-century capital of Williamsburg. Innovative and interactive experiences highlight the relevance of the American Revolution to contemporary life and the importance of an informed, active citizenry. The Colonial Williamsburg experience includes hundreds of restored and reconstructed original buildings, renowned museums of decorative arts and folk art, extensive educational outreach programs for students, teachers, and visitors. Philanthropic support and revenue from admissions, products and hospitality operations sustain Colonial Williamsburg’s educational programs and preservation initiatives.

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