Dear Friends, This year marks the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II. As part of our effort to celebrate the victory of our nation 70 years ago, the inaugural National D-Day Memorial Golf Classic will be held on Monday, September 21, 2015. Participants will have a captain's choice format, a 10AM shotgun start, and handicaps won't be required. This event is designed to honor our nation's veterans and fallen heroes, and for golfers of all skill levels to enjoy a day of fun and fellowship.
The event will be held on the Cascades Course, one of the finest mountain courses in the country. According to Golf Digest, the course is ranked among "America's 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses" and frequently tops the list of best Southern Courses including Golfweek magazine's #1 Virginia courses of 2015. Another interesting fact is that Sam Snead, who served in the U.S. Navy during WWII from 1942 to 1944, launched his career at the Homestead.
Read more about the event in the current issue of Virginia Golfer magazine.
General Information
The individual entry fee for the Golf Classic on Monday, September 21 is $150 and includes golf, boxed lunch, and awards immediately following the event. A practice round is available on Sunday, September 20 for golf classic registrants at a cost of $100 and tee times will be assigned. Carts are included in registration fees.
Teams are encouraged to sign up, and sponsorships are also available for businesses and organizations that would like to lend additional support and receive recognition before and during the event. Please register no later than Friday, September 4, 2015.
For more information, call the National D-Day Memorial office at (540) 586-3329 or click here to visit our webpage.
All proceeds from the event will benefit the programs of the National D-Day Memorial.
Registration Information
Team registration for Golf Classic & Practice Round - $1000
Team registration for Golf Classic only - $600
Individual registration for Golf Classic & Practice Round - $250
Individual registration for Golf Classic only - $150
If you are playing a practice round on Sept. 20, a tee time will be given you.
Hero Sponsor (presenting opportunity - Exclusive) - $10,000
Victory Sponsor (awards reception sponsor) - $5,000
Star Sponsor (boxed lunches) - $3,500
Freedom Sponsor (beverage cart) - $2,500
Contest Sponsor - $500
Hole Sponsor - $300
Honor a Hero* - $70
*In recognition of the 70th Anniversary of the end of World War II, there is the opportunity to honor a loved one who has served or is currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
By making a contribution of $70, the name of your hero will be listed on a special sign to by placed on the scoreboard
during the Golf Classic.
Participation in the Golf Classic is not required to be a Sponsor or to "Honor a Hero".
Special thanks to current sponsors:
Omni Homestead, Fostek Corporation, LU Flames Club, Bold Rock, Westwood Corporation, Coleman-Adams Construction, Dixon Golf, Charlene D. Scott,
and Ameriprise Financial - Lee Brooks.
About the
Omni Homestead Resort
The Omni Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Virginia is one of the most picturesque resorts in America. Since 1766, the resort has left a lasting impression with every visit, and has hosted many dignitaries and past Presidents, including Roosevelt and Eisenhower.
Golf legend, Sam "Slammin' Sammy" Snead, began caddying at age seven at the Homestead. At age 19, he worked as an assistant pro and turned professional in 1934. Snead joined the PGA Tour in 1936, and achieved immediate success by winning the West Virginia Closed Pro tournament. Snead was also a World War II veteran, serving in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1944.
If you are participating in both the practice round and Golf Classic and wish to stay overnight, consider making your reservation at the Omni Homestead. Guests of the resort can enjoy casual dining options, shopping, and more than 30 recreational amenities throughout the 2,000-acre setting. The resort has an adult's only spa and lush garden for relaxation, as well as a two-acre water attraction and 18-hole miniature golf course for family fun.
Rates begin at $180.
For more information or to book accommodations, visit the Homestead website
or call (800) 838-1766.
Please contact Nicole Johnson at (540) 586-3329 or njohnson@dday.org for more information about the Golf Classic.
