News Summary
The ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic pro-am dazzled with local talent and celebrity appearances, including a hole-in-one by Patrick Marino. With around 20 celebrities in attendance, engagement soared. Exciting future plans include even more celebrity involvement, enhancing the experience for participants. The event highlighted thrilling golfing moments, boosted ticket sales, and introduced a new trophy design. Broadcasted on the Golf Channel, the exciting energy of the tournament captivates locals and golf enthusiasts alike as it establishes itself as a staple event.
Myrtle Beach Classic Pro-Am: A Star-Studded Event with Thrilling Moments!
What a spectacular time it was in Myrtle Beach as the PGA Tour’s ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic pro-am unfolded! This year, the event was extra special with a mix of enthusiastic local talent and a touch of celebrity glamour. It had all the makings of a memorable day on the greens!
Patrick Marino Makes Magic Happen
Myrtle Beach native Patrick Marino made headlines by achieving his second hole-in-one at The Dunes Golf and Beach Club. Imagine this: Marino, standing on the 155-yard 12th hole, not only made an incredible shot, but he did it while sharing the moment with none other than the famous actor Kevin Costner! Marino couldn’t help but feel that the experience was absolutely “unbelievable,” especially with his family and friends cheering him on nearby.
Star-Studded Celebrity Line-Up
For this exciting pro-am event, around 20 celebrities jetted in from as far away as London as well as various states like California, Texas, New York, Florida, Denver, and Nashville! Coordinated by Ferren Rajput, the CEO of ONEflight International, this event saw names such as Kurt Russell, Rob Riggle, Michael Chiklis, David Arquette, Nick Swisher, and Jennie Garth join in the golfing festivities. Even Bill Murray made a charming non-playing appearance, drawing cheers from the crowd!
Future Plans and Excitement
The excitement doesn’t stop here! Ferren Rajput has big plans for future events, promising even more engaging celebrity involvement and a continually improving experience for everyone involved. Can you imagine the heights this tournament will reach in the coming years?
High-Flying Arrivals
Celebrity arrivals added a thrilling vibe to the whole scene. Costner and Russell made quite the entrance, arriving via a stunning ONEflight helicopter that neatly landed right near the course. Talk about a grand entrance!
Boosting Tickets Sales
With such high-profile names in attendance, the event’s ticket sales saw a nice boost compared to last year. It just goes to show how much of a draw these celebrities can be, and everyone was eager to be part of the action!
Engagement with Golf
ONEflight is extending its commitment to golf while also sponsoring eight playing ambassadors on the PGA Tour. Eligible finalists in the tournament can look forward to winning a fantastic five-hour flight credit with ONEflight—talk about a cool prize!
Notable Withdrawals and Changes
It’s worth noting that the Myrtle Beach Classic had to say goodbye to top player Patrick Rodgers, who withdrew due to illness. However, this opened the door for Chez Reavie to step in and compete, making for an exciting twist!
A New Trophy Design
This year’s tournament also introduced a stunning new trophy, designed by Bryan Rapp, the director at Brookgreen Gardens, replacing the old crescent moon design. This fresh approach certainly adds an exciting element to the competition!
PGA Championship Qualifiers
Winners of both the Truist Championship and the Myrtle Beach Classic will automatically qualify for the upcoming PGA Championship. Ten players in the Myrtle Beach field are already exempt for the championship, including notable names like Rafael Campos and Kevin Yu. Who wouldn’t want a shot at that?
Broadcasting Fun
The opening round of the tournament was broadcasted on the Golf Channel, with more broadcasts lined up for the weekend. The electric atmosphere and thrilling golf are sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
This year’s Myrtle Beach Classic pro-am was truly a standout event filled with glamour, excitement, and unforgettable moments. As the sun set over the greens, one thing was clear: this annual gathering has become a charming staple for both locals and golf enthusiasts alike. Here’s to more spectacular events in the years to come!
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