Club Car Championship at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club Update

Staff Report

Thursday, March 16th, 2023

The sixth edition of the Club Car Championship at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club will feature world-class competition from some of the game’s great young players when the gates open for the first round of competition on Thursday, March 23, and guests will also be treated to a full slate of events and activities taking place at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club in Savannah Ga. during tournament week.

Tickets for the Club Car Championship can be purchased at clubcarchampionshipattlc.com/tickets. Several ticket options are available. Daily tickets start at $10, and kids 17 and under receive free grounds access with a ticketed adult. In addition, the tournament is proud to offer free admission to all approved Active Duty, National Guard, Military Reserve Service Members, Military Retirees, Military Veterans and First Responders.

The Outrun Hunger Fore Kids Cafe 5K sponsored by Nancy and Ken Larsen is Sunday, March 19, at 9 a.m. and kicks off tournament week for this year’s Club Car Championship at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club. This special charity, dog-friendly road race follows a scenic 5K route through the tournament’s championship Deer Creek Golf Course. After the race, runners and walkers will enjoy a free Post-Race Party, including complimentary food and beverage and dog-friendly activities. Registration is available by visiting the tournament website at https://www.clubcarchampionshipattlc.com/tournament-info/schedule-of-events/5k-kickoff/.

The special events continue Monday, March 20 with two of the tournament’s youth initiatives. First Tee Career Day will welcome members of First Tee-Savannah to The Landings Golf & Athletic Club, Deer Creek Course at 2 p.m., for a look behind the scenes at a professional golf tournament and a chance to explore the many career opportunities available in the golf and club management industries. Attendance for the First Tee Career Day is available by invitation only. For information, please email [email protected].

Monday also plays host to the fifth annual Dentistry For Children Junior Clinic presented by Birdie Ball 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. (registration opens at 4:30 p.m.) at the Deer Creek Course. Kids aged 17 and under are welcome to attend this free event open to the public. Pre-registration is required, and space is limited. To register, please visit: https://www.clubcarchampionshipattlc.com/tournament-info/schedule-of-events/junior-clinic/.

The third annual Fairways Fore Change event takes place on Tuesday, March 21 at 10:30 a.m. at the Palmetto Clubhouse at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club. This special event is designed to support inclusivity and diversity in golf by addressing the barriers that exist to making the sport accessible to everyone.

For more information regarding Fairways Fore Change, including how to attend, please visit: clubcarchampionshipattlc.com/tournament-info/schedule-of-events/fairways-fore-change.

The tournament’s Opening Ceremony will feature a ceremonial first tee shot by U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Kurtis Lucas on Wednesday at 12 p.m. on Hole No. 10 tee. The afternoon will also include a military color guard, and national anthem performance by Club Car team member Marvin Jones.

The tournament is officially open to the public beginning Thursday, March 23 when the Korn Ferry Tour field of competitors take center stage as they vie to become the sixth champion of the Club Car Championship at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club.

In addition to the second round of tournament competition, Friday features the now SOLD OUT 2023 Executive Women’s Day presented by Hancock Askew & Co. and Bank of America. The celebration of the power and accomplishments of women in Savannah, GA, and beyond, takes place at 9:30 a.m. at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club. To learn more about Executive Women’s Day presented by Hancock Askew & Co. and Bank of America please visit https://www.clubcarchampionshipattlc.com/tournament-info/schedule-of-events/executive-womens-day/.

Saturday, March 25, showcases an epic day of pageantry, fun and entertainment including Military Appreciation Day presented by REDCON Solutions Group and the tournament’s inaugural Club Car Concert on the Range powered by Trojan Battery Company featuring national touring sensation Yacht Rock Revue.

Military Appreciation Day presented by REDCON Solutions Group offers a full day of activities honoring our Nation’s heroes. Fans will be treated to an array of military equipment throughout the tournament property, including jeeps, aircraft, and more. Galleries around the 18th green will witness military personnel tending the flag, as well as the Voice of the Marne announcing the Korn Ferry Tour field of players as they approach the green. Saturday’s special day celebrating our armed forces will conclude with a military paratrooper descending onto the driving range displaying an American Flag, followed by a closing ceremony and Club Car Concert on the Range Powered by Trojan Battery Company.

Access to the Club Car Concert is included with the purchase of a valid Saturday tournament ticket.

On Sunday, March 26, fans are invited to join the tournament in their Seersucker Sunday best for Seersucker Championship Sunday presented by LUCENT Insurance and Risk Advisors. There will be contests throughout the day for best dressed and the 2023 champion of the Club Car Championship at The Landings Golf & Athletic Club will be “crowned” on No. 18 green in his Seersucker Blazer, provided by LUCENT Insurance and Risk Advisors.

Closing Ceremony will be held immediately following the conclusion of play on the 18th green.

There’s something for everyone at the Club Car Championship at The Landing Golf & Athletic Club thanks to the tournament’s Fan Destinations, all open to the public, ranging from enjoyable ways to view the competition¾to fun for the kids¾to food trucks. See below for the full list.

2023 Fan Destinations at the Club Car Championship at The Landing Golf & Athletic Club:

Fan Zone
Open Friday through Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., the Fan Zone is located on the backside of the Practice Range featuring miniature golf, tacos, tournament merchandise and more! Test your swing or stop by the Leopold’s Ice Cream Cart. The Fan Zone is fun for the whole family with a Kids’ Inflatable Area with Birdie Ball and the Ghost Pirates Slap Shot. Don’t miss the Club Car Onward Coloring Contest where the winner will be chosen by the 2023 tournament champion for prizes!
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· Autograph Alley
Open Thursday through Sunday during competition play and located between Hole No. 9 green and Hole No. 18 green.
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· Hero Hut
Located on No. 14 green is a military exclusive venue available for all active duty, reserve and Veterans with complimentary beverages and food thanks to Publix.
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· Schooner Cove presented by Sound View Wealth Advisors
Schooner Cove is the tournament’s signature hole featuring $1 Birdie Beer specials, Food Trucks and a party atmosphere.