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 | Our champion Kevin Chappell is playing in his 200th career event on the PGA TOUR this week at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. During his career, Chappell has made 132 cuts in his 199 starts prior to this week. |  |
| As we check in our champion’s performance so far, this season, his best finish is a T6 at the CareerBuilder Challenge on the strength of a second-round 64. He is currently ranked 34th in the world and 65th on this week’s FedExCup standings. Last year, Kevin Chappell advanced to the FedExCup playoffs for his seventh consecutive year and to the finale for the second straight time. | |
| Our 2011 champion Brendan Steele finished T3 Sunday at the Waste Management Championship, with scores of 68-67-67-67. He is currently ranked 35th in the world and 3rd in the FedExCup standings. | |
| Did You Know? On his way to finishing second in the 1954 Texas Open at Brackenridge Park, Johnny Palmer shot 65-62-64—191 (22-under) for the lowest opening 54-hole score in TOUR history. Palmer, who lost to Chandler Harper by two strokes that year, would hold that record until 1996 when John Cook recorded a 189 at the FedEx St. Jude Classic. Currently, the record for opening 54 holes is shared by Steve Stricker and Justin Thomas at 188. Stricker did it at the 2010 John Deere Classic and Thomas at last year’s Sony Open in Hawaii. | |
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| | April 14: Dash to the VTO & Children’s Golf Clinic | |
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Lace up your sneakers for the Dash to the VTO presented by Humana Military 5K run/walk. Children 14 & younger can enjoy a 1 mile race.
Run along the cart path for a sneak peek at TPC San Antonio before the PGA TOUR competes in the Valero Texas Open. Families, serious runners, babies in strollers… everyone is welcome! The more, the merrier!!
The race starts at 9 AM on Saturday, April 14 and entry fee includes a race shirt, chipped bib and a ticket to attend the Valero Texas Open! Participants will enjoy the race starting and ending at the Practice Facility’s driving range filled with fun vendor booths and interactives for all.
Dash to the VTO will help raise funds and awareness for our Birdies for Charity program. Registration is open – don’t delay!
After the races, families and children are encouraged to stick around for our annual Children’s Golf Clinic presented by The Kolitz Family Foundation from 10 AM – 11:30 AM. This is an exclusive opportunity for children to hit golf balls where the PGA TOUR pros practice, led by The First Tee of Greater San Antonio. Children can also enjoy a golf clinic hosted by a PGA TOUR pro. The first 300 children will receive an Exclusive Swag Bag filled with lots of fun goodies!
Learn more about both these events at: www.ValeroTexasOpen.com/events
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| | Valero Texas Open 19th Hole Fiesta Presented by Kickstart from Mountain Dew | |
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On Saturday, April 21 join us for the Valero Texas Open’s 19th Hole Fiesta. Stick around after the last putt drops - bar and concession service in The Backyard will continue well into the evening along with backyard games and live music by the popular 80’s cover band, The Spazmatics. The Valero Texas Open 19th Hole Fiesta is presented by Kickstart from Mountain Dew.
Complimentary to all spectators in attendance on Saturday, the 19th Hole Fiesta will begin once play has concluded for the day, at approximately 5 p.m., and will wrap-up around 9 p.m. For those who choose to attend just the 19th Hole Fiesta, a $35 charge at the gate will apply.
College students will receive FREE admission to the tournament after 2 p.m. with a valid college ID and are invited to stick around for the 19th Hole Fiesta.
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| | Secure Your Spot: Volunteer | |
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We are looking for people with a passion to give back. Together, our volunteers create a fantastic Valero Texas Open experience for PGA TOUR players, corporate sponsors and spectators alike.
The success of the VTO is due in large part to the volunteers who give generously of their time, talent and energy through 30 dynamic committees. Consider volunteering with Shotlink, assisting with the Evacuation team, being a Hole Marshall, working with Airport Reception, help render aid with the Medical team or one of the other exciting committees that provide critical service to the tournament. There is something for everyone.
During the week, you'll make new friends, get a behind-the-scenes look at a PGA TOUR event and witness many of the world's top golfers as they compete right here in our back yard! You'll also play an important role in the tournament's charitable mission to raise funds and awareness for hundreds of worthy causes throughout San Antonio, and well beyond.
Register today to avoid being put on a wait list!
To learn more about the benefits of being a part of this elite group of volunteers please visit our website.
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