The Diamond Resorts TOC is a kick-off event to the LPGA season. In the past, the tournament has been won by baseball Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz. The event also attracts regulars from the celebrity golf circuit. Last year, 10 major champions competed. Other notable features of the tournament include a Celebrity Division and a Schedule of events.
Celebrity section of the tournament
The Celebrity Division of Diamond Resorts Tournament has 53 celebrities competing for a $500,000 prize. Annika Srenstam (4-time major champion), John Smoltz (2-time Atlanta Braves pitching prospect) and Cole Swindell (3-time country singer/actor). Sorenstam received the Presidential Medal of Freedom during the week.
Annika Sorenstam is an Australian tennis player and a well-known celebrity on the LPGA Tour. She has played in tournaments before, including the PNC Championship with her father. However, she has never played against any current LPGA Tour players. She will be playing in the Celebrity Division of the Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions, where each celebrity will play their own ball in a modified Stableford format. The LPGA pros will pair them with the celebrities in a 72 hole stroke play event.
Tickets packages
LPGA diamond resorts offer ticket packages that allow you to enjoy the game at a fraction of the cost. The tournament is hosted annually in Florida by Diamond Resorts and Insurance Office of America. The tournament features the world's top women golfers and celebrities. The event will take place at the Four Seasons Golf and Sports Club, Orlando, from January 16 to 19.
LPGA tournaments have several ticket packages. They range from $30 per day to $60 for a 4-day pass, and as low as $30 for a single-day visit. Diamond Resorts offers the Club 18 package for those who want to enhance their experience. This includes a skybox on hole 18, a fully catered lunch, a premium open bar, and access to two private evening events. The Club 18 package starts at $3,000
Schedule
As the LPGA continues its rebuilding efforts, its schedule is set to be dominated by the Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions. This tournament will be attended by 50 celebrities golfers. Some past attendees include Alfonso Ribeiro's Toby Keith, Grant Hill (Ray Allen), Ray Allen, Ray Allen, Marcus Allen, Marcus Allen, and Jerry Rice.
The Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions is held each January and will feature LPGA champions and celebrities. Gaby Lopez, a Mexican native, will be playing in the 2020 tournament. John Smoltz is a Hall of Fame pitcher who won the celebrity category and will be defending his title in 2021.