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Two NHL outdoor games planned for Edgewood Tahoe in February
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/01/2021 - 12:41pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - There will be two National Hockey League (NHL) games held outdoors at a new rink at Edgewood Tahoe in February, according to a report today on Sports Net Canada.
The outdoor games will be between the Las Vegas Knights and Colorado Avalanche on February 20 and the Boston Bruins and the Philadelphia Flyers on February 21.
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.
STPUD candidates respond to questions
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/14/2020 - 9:37pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There are three open seats on the South Tahoe Public Utility Board of Directors this election season, two for a four-year term and one for a two-year term.
South Tahoe Now reached out to the candidates and below are their answers to a set of questions. For the two four-year terms, incumbent Kelly Sheehan is running for reelection, Duane Wallace is running after being appointed to fill Jim Jones's spot on the board until this election, and they are joined by David Peterson.
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/
Popular South Lake Tahoe fishing derby canceled for 2020
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/14/2020 - 8:25am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 18th annual South Lake Tahoe Moose Lodge Kids’ Fishing Derby has been canceled due to the pandemic. The Lodge has sponsored the tournament at Lake Baron inside Tahoe Paradise Park for 17 years and said they feel it important to follow state and county guidelines to avoid group gatherings and the safety and protection of children is paramount.
The Lodge had been planning on having the Optimists Club as co-sponsors this September after the Optimists had to cancel their fishing derby at Sawmill Pond earlier this summer.
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."
Mardy Fish takes the lead at Edgewood Tahoe; Kyle Williams in second
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/11/2020 - 7:59pm
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Former American professional tennis player Mardy Fish is on top of the leader board at the Amerian Century Championship after the second day of play.
Former Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Kyle Williams, yesterday's leader, came off the course in second place.
Mardy Fish set a tournament second-round record with 37 points in the Modified Stableford scoring system, breaking the old record by four points. He had ten birdies finishing the day with five straight. He also set a course record 63, breaking Lee Trevino’s 65.
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.
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.
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.
Oregon Ducks win back-to-back Pac-8 Hockey Championships in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/09/2020 - 3:58pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a full weekend of action on the ice in South Lake Tahoe as the Ice Arena was home to the Pac-8 Men's Hockey Championship. The final game put the #1 and #2 seeds from the north, the University of Oregon and Boise State, together to fight it out for the trophy.
For the second consecutive year, and for the fifth time, the Oregon Ducks will be taking home the championship title back to Eugene. They blanked the Boise State Broncos 3-0.
Oregon and Boise State headed to Pac-8 Men's Hockey finals in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/08/2020 - 10:25pm
Event Date:
February 9, 2020 - 12:00pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The University of Oregon is looking for a repeat as champions when they face Boise State on Sunday at noon for the Pac-8 Men's Ice Hockey Championship at the South Lake Tahoe Ice Area.
The top four teams from both the North and South Divisions have been in town for the three-day tournament. In the North Division, Oregon (11-3) and Boise State (9-3-2) secured the top two spots in the division. The Eastern Washington Eagles (8-5-1) were the third seed and Western Washington (7-7) was the fourth and final seed.
LTCC women's soccer blanks Sierra College, off to CCCAA Final Four
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/02/2019 - 8:53pm
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - For the second consecutive year, the Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) women's soccer team is headed to the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA) State Tournament.
The Lady Coyotes beat Sierra College Monday afternoon by a score of 2-0 in the third round of the NorCal Regional Playoffs at Consumnes College in Sacramento. The game was originally scheduled on the LTCC field in South Lake Tahoe but snow moved it to the valley.
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/01/2019 - 12:10am
This week at South Tahoe High School, students dressed up for Spirit week and seniors on the volleyball and soccer teams played their last home games.
On Campus
To celebrate Halloween, the STHS Leadership and Yearbook groups created a Spirit week, where students dressed up in different themes, including angels versus devils, 80’s day, E-boy/girl versus VSCO girl, Halloween costumes, and blue-and-gold gear.
Points for dressing up increased this week compared to previous Spirit weeks, which helped drive up participation.
Athletics
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.
Viking Corner: This Week at South Tahoe High
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/20/2019 - 4:03pm
Students of South Tahoe High School got a taste of fall this week, as the weather brought rain and wind. Homecoming Week planning began, students learned about the impact of social media, and sports teams prepared to travel this weekend.
Homecoming
The Homecoming Parade is slated for October 12. Students plan on walking from T.J. Maxx to the high school to celebrate homecoming traditions. Ms. Russel’s leadership classes expect a big crowd and a fun day before the homecoming dance that evening.
Black Ice Theatre Co 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament @ The Hangar
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 09/17/2019 - 8:12am
Event Date:
September 21, 2019 - 12:00pm Come out and support your local Black Ice Theatre Company this Saturday at The Hangar! Registration for the tournament begins at noon. There are amazing prizes for winners, all participants get swag, and a huge raffle!
Edgewood Tahoe gives $60,000 to South Lake Tahoe nonprofits
Submitted by paula on Tue, 09/03/2019 - 10:32pm
STATELINE, Nev. - During the 2019 American Century Golf Championship, Edgewood Tahoe teamed up with three South Lake Tahoe are nonprofits teamed in providing food to the over 60,000 attendees to the tournament. The three groups volunteered their time in staffing food tents for the popular July 9-14 event, and, as a thank you, Edgewood Tahoe presented each with a $20,000 check.
On August 27, 2019, Edgewood honored Lake Tahoe Educational Foundation, Lake Tahoe Community College, and Rotary Club of Tahoe-Douglas in an intimate ceremony where the groups received their checks.
Moose Lodge raises $14,000 for South Lake Tahoe Cancer League during Longest Day of Golf
Submitted by paula on Mon, 09/02/2019 - 12:35pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - From sunup to sundown, golfers recently hit the links at Tahoe Paradise Golf Course to raise funds for the South Lake Tahoe Cancer League. Sponsored by the Moose Lodge of South Lake Tahoe for 14 years, the Longest Day of Golf raised $14,000 to go to help local cancer patients.
On Friday a check was presented by tournament organizer Mary Luckel to the Cancer League during a barbeque at the Moose Lodge. The men and women of the Moose Lodge, the golf course and many local businesses helped the league during their Longest Day of Golf.
$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.
Marlin Joseph "Hersh" Herschman ~ 1943 - 2019
Submitted by paula on Fri, 08/16/2019 - 8:08pm
Hersh Herschman was never a certified tennis professional, but many of those who he instructed would say otherwise.
Born Marlin Joseph Herschman on Jan. 12, 1943, in St. Ignatius, Montana, he would always be best known as Hersh or The Hersh Man. He died Aug. 7, 2019, at The Chateau at Gardnerville in Nevada of inoperable brain cancer. His wife, Sheryl, and best friend for more than 40 years Greg Painter were with him. He was 76.
After graduating from St. Ignatius High School in Montana in 1961, Hersh joined the U.S. Army for two years. He spent two summers at West Point.
South Lake Tahoe Babe Ruth thanks the community for their support
Submitted by paula on Tue, 08/13/2019 - 10:29pm
The South Lake Tahoe Babe Ruth Organization would like to thank the following community members and businesses who so graciously helped our THREE Nevada State Championship Teams (13-year olds, 14-15 year olds, and 16-18 year olds) compete at the Regional Tournament for the Pacific Southwest with their donations! Over 40 local youth benefited from this generosity by getting to play at the “next” level (one step away from the World Series)! The players had an amazing experience thanks to the community support in our little town here on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe. THANK YOU ALL!
Kudos: Community supports growing tennis program
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/30/2019 - 3:56pm
A record 246 people participated in the 36th Tahoe Tennis Classic at Zephyr Cove Park this past weekend. The four-day annual event brought people from throughout the United States to our area for competitive and fun tennis.
The tournament is the biggest fundraiser for the Zephyr Cove Tennis Club Foundation. The nonprofit, all-volunteer organization has a contract with Douglas County to operate the six courts. Responsibilities include resurfacing the courts, managing play, and providing instruction for all ages and abilities.
Father Grace Memorial Golf Tournament
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2019 - 11:46am
Event Date:
August 29, 2019 - 1:30pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Father John Grace, the name synonymous with St. Theresa Catholic Church from 1956 to his passing on May 4, 2019, will be honored with the Father Grace Memorial Golf Tournament on Thursday, August 29 at the Lake Tahoe Golf Course.
South Tahoe Babe Ruth 13 All Stars knocked out of regional playoffs
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 07/24/2019 - 6:44pm
The South Tahoe Babe Ruth 13 All-Stars were defeated Wednesday, ending their bid for the World Series. They lost their final game to the team from Carbon, Utah 11-4.
The boys played some great games to get to the regional level and met up against some tough opponents. The following boys played a tough tournament and had a great experience of playing the best teams in Babe Ruth Baseball while representing South Lake Tahoe and Nevada.
Congratulations to the following players:
Player # Name
1 Aiden Welch
2 Forrest Jones
5 Aiden Boldt
6 Haden Stephen
7 Ian Ross
9 Luke Laub
South Lake Tahoe Babe Ruth 15U representating state of Nevada at regional tournament
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/24/2019 - 1:41pm
With three South Lake Tahoe Babe Ruth teams winning the Nevada state title, the postseason is an exciting one as all teams represent not only South Lake Tahoe but the whole state.
The South Tahoe Babe Ruth 15U (13-15-year-olds) team is currently representing Nevada at their regional tournament in Taft, Calif. They lost their first game to Piute (Utah South) 5-4. They then beat Bel Mateo (Nor Cal 2), 8-6 to advance to the next round.
Their next game is against Palo Alto (Nor Cal 1) on Wednesday, game time is 1:00 p.m.
South Tahoe Babe Ruth 13 All Stars advance in the Regional Playoffs
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 07/22/2019 - 7:03pm
Fresh off their Nevada State Championship win in Reno two weeks ago, the South Tahoe 13 All-Stars are now in Helper, Utah for the Pacific Southwest Regional Tournament.
On Monday, July 22 they played the Utah Beavers. South Tahoe was down by 4 - 0 in the 5th inning but demonstrated true grit and rallied back to win in the bottom of the 7th inning 5 - 4. South Tahoe now advances to play Hawaii on Tuesday at 4:00 p.m.
Location
Helper, Utah
United States
See map: Google Maps
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.
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
South Tahoe Babe Ruth all-stars beat South Reno to become Nevada State Champs
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2019 - 10:41pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It was a close on Tuesday night as the South Tahoe Babe Ruth 13-year-old all-star team became the Nevada State champs after beating South Reno 12-11 in extra innings. They beat their opponents in the state tournament this past weekend 11-2 and 21-5.
The twelve teens from the South Shore are now headed to Utah for the Pacific Southwest Regional Tournament July 22-27.
The 2019 team: Forrest Jones, Nico Wagner, Luke Laub, Ian Ross, Haden Stephen, Christopher Haven, Vincent Abbondandolo, JR Elizalde, Joey Gomez, Jonathan Bender,
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
