american century championship
It's official: NHL Outdoors at Lake Tahoe™ coming to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 6:43pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev./Calif. - It's been a plan in the works for months and today the National Hockey League (NHL) made it official - they are bringing NHL Outdoors at Lake Tahoe™ to Edgewood Tahoe February 20-21, 2021.
Bridgestone NHL Outdoors Saturday will showcase the Colorado Avalanche and the Vegas Golden Knights on Feb. 20. Honda NHL Outdoors Sunday will feature the Philadelphia Flyers and the Boston Bruins on Feb. 21. Both games will be broadcast at 3:00 p.m. ET on NBC in the United States and on Sportsnet and TVA Sports in Canada.
Auditions for children's virtual musical, Super Happy Awesome News
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/10/2021 - 8:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Black Ice Theater Company's Children's Theatre Program is holding auditions for the virtual musical play, "Super Happy Awesome News." To audition for the March 2021 production, parents will need to submit a video of their young thespian singing their favorite song for at least 30 seconds. The song choice can be anything from "Happy Birthday" to "Jingle Bells."
Submissions will be accepted for children ages 8-14. Please include the child's name and the role they are interested in, if any, and email to info@blackicetheatreco.com by January 15, 2021.
Kudos: Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe thanks supporters of 12th annual Coat Drive
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/09/2021 - 7:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe wishes to extend our appreciation to the following for their help, support, and generous donations that help us to purchase and distribute brand new coats, beanies, and gloves to ensure that the youth in our community stay warm this winter.
The generosity of our donors:
• The Bob Baunhauser Foundation, in remembrance of member Bob Baunhauser
• TLC Investment, in remembrance of member Katy Fagan
• 2020 American Century Championship/Celebrity Golf
• El Dorado Community Foundation/Give Tahoe
Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe provides 600 coats to local youth; New members welcome
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/06/2020 - 4:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Coats for Kids is an annual Kiwanis Club of Lake Tahoe signature project. For the past three weeks members of the club have been busy purchasing coats and distributing them to students in need in our community.
Special online auction to benefit Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/29/2020 - 9:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. . – A fun and unique gift and golf-themed fundraising auction in underway to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.
More than 50 items can be bid on including golf caddie spots at Edgewood Tahoe during celebrity golf, a one-week vacation in Hawaii, and golf and hotel packages across the country.
The online auction will accept bids through Saturday, November 21 at 7:00 p.m. TO bid, visit https://m.charityauctionstoday.com/m/auctions/BGCLT2020-15641/items.
Op/Ed: Creating a community without the divide of a state line
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/09/2020 - 2:00pm
On October 31, 2016 I wrote an editorial "Use the election to create a community of collaboration and teamwork" due to a growing vibe of discourse and anger across the country as well as in South Lake Tahoe.
Since we are once again in the midst of a contentious national election I saw a need to once again look at the definition of community as we focus on our local situation in El Dorado County and Douglas County.
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53 South Lake Tahoe area nonprofits recipients of American Century Championship donation
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/08/2020 - 5:10pm
Local nonprofits in the South Lake Tahoe area were presented with a record $250,000 in donations from the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority and American Century Championship as a result of money raised during the 2020 celebrity golf tournament at Edgewood Tahoe.
Just as the popular golf event was unique and held without fans due to COVID-19 this year, it was a different type of ceremony handing out the money and the presentation of checks held virtually. Representatives from 53 nonprofits awarded the money were on the Thursday Zoom call.
August 31 deadline to apply for American Century Championship funds
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/25/2020 - 7:25pm
STATELINE, Nev. - It’s “last call” to local non-profits to get their applications in to LTVA by Monday, August 31, 4:00 p.m. to be considered for record funding distributions of $250,000 resulting from the 31th American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament. The application is available online at:
https://ltva.org/american-century-championship-donation-request-application/
LTVA giving out $250,000 from celebrity tournament to South Lake Tahoe area nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/09/2020 - 12:12am
STATELINE, Nev. - While the crowds weren't there in 2020 for the 31st annual American Century Championship in July due to COVID-19 safety concerns, its impacts will be felt for years to come by the community. The Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority (LTVA) will distribute a record $250,000 to local non-profits after the players in the popular celebrity tournament gave up the $600,000 in prize money. It is all being donated to Covid-19 relief organizations, equal justice initiatives and South Tahoe-based non-profits.
Korbel Champagne toasts South Lake Tahoe with $62,500 to area charities
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/15/2020 - 3:16pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - During the 31st annual American Century Championship, Korbel California Champagne® once again held its popular Closest-to-the-Pin contest on No. 17 at Edgewood Tahoe.
Mardy Fish carries Saturday momentum into final round at Edgewood for the Win
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/14/2020 - 9:05am
Springboarding off a course-record 63 during day two on Saturday, former American professional tennis star Mardy Fish captured victory in the 31st American Century Championship tournament victory Sunday afternoon at Edgewood Tahoe South Golf Course.
This year’s event is being played without fans at the Edgewood Course due to the coronavirus pandemic, creating a unique experience for players in the popular celebrity tournament that typically attracts large galleries.
Fish a splash at American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/12/2020 - 6:56pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Mardy Fish won the 31st American Century Championship (ACC) at Edgewood Tahoe on Sunday with a three-round total of 76 in the Stableford scoring system used at the popular celebrity golf tournament.
Fish followed up his record round on Saturday with a rather ordinary 21-point effort Sunday, but it was enough to claim his first title at Tahoe. He's had five top-five finishes at Edgewood in six previous appearances in the ACC.
Steph Curry honoring Black Lives Matter with his custom shoes at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/12/2020 - 1:54pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - If you've been able to catch the coverage of the 31st American Century Championship from Lake Tahoe you may have seen the shoes Steph Curry has been wearing.
On Friday, his shoes showed an image of Breonna Taylor, the 26-year-old African-American emergency medical technician who was fatally shot by Louisville Metro Police Department officers on March 13, 2020.
Curry, who has been outspoken and active with social injustice matters, said the shoes were to "shine a light on Breonna Taylor, demanding and praying and
wishing for justice for her and her family."
Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe a winner at Korbel's Closest to the Pin Contest
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/11/2020 - 5:06pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - During Saturday's second round of the American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe, the Korbel Closest to the Pin contest on No. 17 was a big winner for the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe.
South Lake Tahoe celebrates Charles Barkley Day at American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/11/2020 - 11:40am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - During the 2007 American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe, there was the tragic devastation of the Angora Fire viewable from the tee box at No. 17. Just a few days before the fire ripped through neighborhoods, destroying 242 homes and burning 3,100 acres.
"The town rolls out the red carpet for us every year and we can't just come there and play," said former NBA great Charles Barkley of his thoughts in 2007.
Former Pro Bowl lineman Kyle Williams leads at the American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/10/2020 - 7:02pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - It's an unfamiliar face on top of the leaderboard after the first round of the 31st annual American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe.
Kyle Williams, former Pro Bowl defensive tackle for the Buffalo Bills, came into the clubhouse with a 25 in the modified Stableford scoring system used at the tournament.
Groundbreaking at Lake Tahoe's new Special Events Center at Stateline
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 5:51pm
STATELINE, Nev. - It's been 23 years in the making, and today was the first physical step to bringing the new Tahoe South Event Center to existence. The fence is up around the parking lot at MontBleu Resort, and the first shovels of dirt were moved during a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday.
Hard Rock poolside celebrity Q&A with Jerry Rice, Dennis Rodman and Shane Victorino
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/09/2020 - 1:39pm
STATELINE, Nev. – Most public events associated with the American Century Championship this week are not taking place due to safety concerns created by COVID-19, but one is still happening with special protocols.
The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe is holding a one-night-only poolside celebrity Q&A session on Saturday, July 11 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sports legends Jerry Rice and Shane Victorino had already been announced as taking part, but basketball great Dennis Rodman is now on the bill.
Boaters asked to "Party Smartly" at American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/03/2020 - 7:05am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The 31st annual American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe next week will still bring over 70 celebrities to the greens of Edgewood Tahoe, but this year spectators will be absent from both the beach and the course.
The tournament will be held July 8-12 and Patrick Mahomes, Tony Romo, Jerry Rice, Steph Curry and his dad Dell Curry, and a host of others from the entertainment, sports, and broadcasting fields will be in Lake Tahoe for the annual event.
Next week's American Century Championship to support equal justice, COVID-19 and local charities
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/30/2020 - 10:02am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - It will be different at the American Century Championship at Edgewood next week with no fans allowed, but what won't be different is the philanthropic focus of the tournament.
South Lake Tahoe renter-homeowner matching website launched
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/13/2020 - 2:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Tahoe Home Connection (TaHoCo) is a community-based organization working to generate new rentals in South Lake Tahoe by working with second home owners. They have launched a new website to help local workers easily find housing on the South Shore.
It is estimated that 58 percent of homes in South Lake Tahoe are owned by second homeowners and 78 percent of these sit vacant for much of the year. Many of the second homeowners rent out their homes on both long-term and short-term basis, or leave for their own personal use.
American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe returns in July, but without fans
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/04/2020 - 12:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev, - This year's American Century Championship will return to Edgewood Tahoe for the 31st consecutive year July 8-12, but it will look a lot different than past tournaments due to COVID-19.
If held, the 2020 American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe may look different
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/20/2020 - 7:50pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - NBC Sports and American Century Investments are still trying to pull off their 31st annual celebrity-filled golf tournament at the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. In a statement, they said they are "continuing extensive due diligence in efforts to conduct the 2020 American Century Championship as scheduled, July 8-12."
Decision expected in May on status of major Lake Tahoe events
Submitted by paula on Tue, 04/28/2020 - 11:22am
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - With formal events being canceled due to COVID-19 health concerns, there are two major summer events in Lake Tahoe that are still officially on the calendar. The holding of the American Century Championship (Celebrity Golf) and 4th of July Fireworks for this summer is expected to be determined mid-May.
Incline Village/Crystal Bay leaders announced their fireworks were going to be canceled earlier this month, but the Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority (TDVA) board will be voting at their May meeting on the 2020 South Shore display.
Rascal Flatts making Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena a stop on their goodbye tour
Submitted by paula on Tue, 03/03/2020 - 5:46pm
STATELINE, Nev. – Country music superstars Rascal Flatts bring their infectious, good-time country music to the 2020 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena during the 31st American Century Championship on Saturday, July 11 at 8:00 p.m.
Multi-instrumentalist Jay DeMarcus and guitarist Joe Don Rooney are frequent participants in the popular golf tournament at Edgewood Tahoe.
Positive results for Humane Society of Truckee Tahoe during their first two months
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/12/2020 - 9:26pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. – Providing a much-needed service in the community, the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe (HSTT) has been filling a void with special pet therapy training, wellness clinics, spay and neuter programs.
Since opening in December 2019, HSTT has provided over 100 spay and neuters to the community for free or at a reduced rate. They have also trained 60 new volunteers.
Some of the other programs that are helping pets and owners in the area:
26th annual Golf Classic Silent Auction benefits Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 10/19/2019 - 10:52pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bid on week-long vacations to Kauai and other paradises, golf packages at private courses around the country, or a chef-prepared dinner for ten in your home during an online auction to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe through Monday, October 28.
More than 30 prize packages are up for bid including hotel packages at Tahoe and Reno hotels/resorts, sports and movie memorabilia, and $1,000 worth of wine. Visit http://bgclt.charitygrow.org/ to make bids.
$100K from 30th annual American Century Championship awarded to local nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 5:26pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Thursday was money giveaway day at the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority (LTVA) meeting at Stateline. Thirty-eight local nonprofits were given checks totaling $100,000, a result of funds raised during the 30th annual American Century Championship at Edgewood.
Online auction to benefit Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe full of fun items
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/08/2019 - 11:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Bid on week-long vacations to Kauai and other paradises, golf packages at private courses around the country, or a chef-prepared dinner for ten in your home during an online auction to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Lake Tahoe through Monday, October 28.
More than 30 prize packages are up for bid including hotel packages at Tahoe and Reno hotels/resorts, sports and movie memorabilia, and $1,000 worth of wine. Visit http://bgclt.charitygrow.org/ to make bids.
South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge hosts 17th annual Kids' Fishing Derby
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 09/12/2019 - 11:12am
Event Date:
September 22, 2019 - 8:00am The South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge presents the 17th Annual Kids' Fishing Derby on Sunday, September 22, at Lake Baron in Tahoe Paradise Park. The event runs from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. All children up to the age of 16 are invited to attend, free of charge, and will be provided free hot dogs, sodas, and chips. Cash savings certificates, provided by El Dorado Savings Bank, will be awarded to the three largest fish caught, and all children will receive a raffle ticket to pick from a large selected of toys and games.
Location
Tahoe Paradise Park
United States
See map: Google Maps
$100K from 30th annual American Century Championship to be given to local nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Thu, 08/22/2019 - 5:28pm
STATELINE, Nev. - The 30th annual American Century Championship has gone into the record books as one of the biggest and best golf events in Lake Tahoe history. There was an attendance record of 60,550, an economic impact estimated at $30 million for the Lake Tahoe Basin, and now an additional $100,000 will be given away to South Lake Tahoe and Tahoe Township non-profits.
Fan life at the 2019 American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/14/2019 - 9:56pm
A bit of magic took place on the 17th hole this weekend at Edgewood Tahoe golf course when Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry asked a young fan dressed in all-Warriors gear to join him on the green. Tyler Golla from Sparks ran on to the course to meet his favorite idol.
Security followed closely behind as Curry made Golla, 15, comfortable by letting him take part in an improvised hoops shoot-out in front of hundreds of fans – and with Justin Timberlake joining the competition. As Golla shot the ball, Curry and Timberlake signed his Warriors hat.
Back-to-back American Century Championship wins for Tony Romo in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/14/2019 - 8:21pm
STATELINE, Nev. - Tony Romo is the champ once again in the American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe, becoming the fourth player to successfully defend their title at the celebrity tournament.
The former Dallas Cowboy quarterback and current CBS analyst ended the tournament with a 71 in the modified Stableford scoring system. Romo topped three-time winner Mark Mulder by ten points and third place finisher Mardy Fish by 14.
Romo entered the final round with a nine-point lead and says he felt really good about his game, especially as he started the back nine.
Tahoe Douglas Rotary honors Jonathan Thomas of American Century Investments
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/14/2019 - 9:20am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - At the beginning of the 30th annual American Century Championship at Edgewood Tahoe, the Tahoe Douglas Rotary club honored the CEO of America Century Investments, Jonathan Thomas. On the first tee in between the threesomes of Steph Curry, Justin Timberlake, Tony Romo and AJ Hark, Jordy Nelson, Aaron Rodgers, the local Rotary club presented Thomas with a Paul Harris Fellow.
The award was created by Rotary International for recognition of significant acts of service and generosity.
Tony Romo stays on top of the leaderboard at American Century Golf in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/13/2019 - 9:54pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. = Former Dallas Cowboy's quarterback Tony Romo is one round of golf away from being the back-to-back champion at the 30th annual American Century Golf Championship.
He shot a 70 on each of the first two days of the tournament at Edgewood Tahoe, but the tournament uses Modified Stableford scoring, given Romo at 51.
Tony Romo, Patrick Peterson and Derek Lowe on top of leaderboard at ACC at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/13/2019 - 12:28am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Perhaps the biggest story after the first round of the American Century Championship isn't the fact the last year's champion Tony Romo is in the lead. It could be that Charles Barkley, who is at 5000:1 odds to win and a constant presence at the bottom, shot a respectable -12 in the modified Stableford scoring. There are currently 14 golfers behind him.
From the 1st tee:
1 ROMO, Tony 26 9:50 AM
2 PETERSON, Patrick24 9:50 AM
3 LOWE, Derek 23 9:50 AM
4 SMOLTZ, John 22 9:41 AM
5 WAGNER, Jack 21 9:41 AM
T6 PALMER, Carson 20 9:41 AM
T6 CURRY, Dell 20 9:32 AM
Derek Lowe wins $12,500 for Tahoe Prosperity Center
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/12/2019 - 11:46pm
Fifteen celebrities competing in the 30th annual American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe this week headed over to the 17th hole after the first round of play Friday to participate in the Korbel Closest-to-the-Pin Challenge.
If any of them got a hole-in-one, the Tahoe Prosperity Center (TPC) would split the $250,000 prize money with the celebrity. While nobody got that elusive ace, there were a lot of close shots. Missing the cup by just 21.5", former MLB pitcher Derek Lowe won $25,000 to split with TPC.
First round of American Century Championship starts Friday at Edgewood Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2019 - 8:40pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The celebrities taking part in the 30th annual American Century Championship are putting aside the fun and games and getting down to business as the first round starts Friday, July 12.
The oddsmakers at Harrah's Tahoe/Harveys have Tony Romo and Mark Mulder as the favorites, with John Smoltz, Kyle Williams, Mardy Fish, Steph Curry, Joe Pavelski, Jeremy Roenick and Trent Dilfer rounding out the favorites at the book. Charles Barkley once again sits at the bottom of that list at odds of 7500-1.
It's not just fun and games on the 7th hole of Edgewood Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2019 - 7:30pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Sure, the guys and gals on the 7th hole at Edgewood Tahoe during the Celebrity-Am Tournament have a great time every year, but it's not all about the drinking games and heckling of golfers.
This year three new stories came off of the hole, one of the most popular spots on the day before the American Century Championship gets underway.
Korbel's two fun events at the ACC: The Spray-Off and Closest-to-the-Pine constests
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2019 - 12:14am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Tahoe Prosperity Center (TPC) has been chosen as the charity that could win $125,000 during this year's Korbel Closest-to-the-Pin challenge during the American Century Championship on Friday. A total of $250,000 is on the line during this annual contest that brings together 15 of the tournament’s most popular personalities to compete. If a contestant makes a hole-in-one, the $250,000 grand prize will be split with $125,000 going home with the celebrity, and $125,000 to TPC.
Thursday pairings for the American Century Celebrity-Am tournament
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/10/2019 - 8:03pm
The crowds were starting to grow over at Edgewood on Wednesday. More celebrities arrived and the golf range and putting green were filling up as the 91 players in the tournament started to warm up in preparation for the Fri-Sun American Century Championship.
Wednesday was also the Harrah's Celebrity-Am tournament. Next up is Thursday's Celebrity-Am.
Here are the pairings for Thursday, July 11 (At least one celebrity per group along with amateurs):
8:00 a.m. Shotgun start
1A-TONY ROMO - Former NFL Pro Bowl Quarterback: Dallas Cowboys
Jonathan Thomas Michael Merriman
Harrah's Celebrity-Am tournament at Edgewood Wednesday
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2019 - 8:58pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Harrahs Celebrity-Am Tournament will take place Wednesday, the second day of Celebrity Golf week over at Edgewood Tahoe. There will be two shotgun starts, one at 8:00 a.m. and the other at 1:00 p.m. The American Century Golf Championship begins Friday.
On Tuesday, the Tahoe South Celebrity-Am tournament was held with the teams led by the following celebrities taking the top three spots:
1. - Bode Miller - 50.3
2. - Sterling Sharpe - 51.3
3. - Kyle Fuller - 52.3
From breakfast to tattoos, celebrity golf events off the course
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/05/2019 - 11:57pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe will host four celebrity meet-and-greet opportunities during the 30th annual American Century Championship Celebrity Golf Tournament next week, July 9-14.
30 facts about 30th annual American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/03/2019 - 9:02pm
The 30th annual American Century Championship is just one week away, July 9 – 14, 2019. Celebrities from the world of sports, television, comedy and more are headed to Edgewood Tahoe once again. Here are 30+ fun facts about the popular celebrity golf tournament.
1. CLEAR BAG POLICY
Caltrans: Plan ahead for your 4th of July and Celebrity Golf trips to Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 06/29/2019 - 6:00am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The next two weeks will be some of the busiest days for South Lake Tahoe due to two of the area's highly attended summer occasions. The best way to enjoy travel both for locals and visitors is to plan ahead and know what to expect.
Starting with the 4th of July holiday, expect heavier than normal traffic on roads to, from and around Lake Tahoe Wednesday-Sunday. Caltrans work on their area projects will be suspended during that duration with roadwork resuming Monday, July 8.
Justin Timberlake heading to Lake Tahoe for American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/20/2019 - 12:03pm
After missing last year, pop music superstar Justin Timberlake has just been added to the field of celebrities heading to Lake Tahoe July 9-14 for the 30th annual American Century Championship.
His addition has amped up the celebrity wattage at the annual golf tournament that will also see Steph Curry, Tony Romo, Charles Barkley and Aaron Rodgers among the 90 sports and entertainment personalities. Athletes include 16 Hall of Famers and 22 active players – among them nine All-Stars – as well as an impressive list of actors and comedians.
Steph Curry heading to Lake Tahoe to play golf in American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/18/2019 - 5:01pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Coming off his fifth straight NBA Finals appearance, basketball superstar Steph Curry is returning to Lake Tahoe for the 30th annual American Century Championship.
The popular celebrity golf tournament will be held July 9-14 at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.
Curry, the Golden State Warriors two-time NBA Most Valuable Player is a contender in the tournament. He is considered among the favorites. Harrah’s and Harveys Race and Sportsbook have installed him at 15-1 odds along with San Jose Sharks captain Joe Pavelski and former Sharks star Jeremy Roenick.
90 celebrities headed to Lake Tahoe for 30th annual American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/17/2019 - 5:18pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - For 30 years celebrities from the world of music, sports, the big screen, television, and policitics have headed to Lake Tahoe in the month of July for the annual celebrity golf tournament, American Century Championship at the Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course.
This year, 90 celebrities return July 9-14 for golf and superstar hijinks.
Free tickets to American Century Golf in Lake Tahoe for active duty and retired military
Submitted by paula on Fri, 04/19/2019 - 6:00am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The first tee shot won't be hit for several more weeks but organizers are preparing for the 30th annual American Century Championship July 9-14, 2019 on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe.
They have announced that all active duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, military retirees, and veterans will receive complimentary tickets for themselves and one guest each day of the tournament.
Blake Shelton to headline at Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena during American Century Championship
Submitted by paula on Mon, 03/25/2019 - 4:22pm
Blake Shelton is set to perform at the 2019 Lake Tahoe Summer Concert Series at Harveys Outdoor Arena on Friday evening, July 12. The concert will be a highlight of the 30th Annual American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament at Edgewood Tahoe.
