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The 2007 People vs. the Pros Ultimate Pro-Am Championship, will be held in
Los Cabos Mexico. The tournament features amateur golfers playing in two age divisions
competing in the prestigious 54-Hole finals tournament from December 1-3, 2007,
after playing a practice round on November 30, 2007. The ultimate shoot-out winners
in each age Division battle PGA Tour star Chris DiMarco (18-49 Division) and Champions
legend Tom Watson (50+ Division), with benefit of their handicaps, in matches televised
on ESPN2, December 23, 2007 from 12 noon to 2pm EST, with $50,000 to the charity
of choice for the winner of each match.
Our location is the magnificent golf destination, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Over the
last 20 years “Cabo” has become the playground for the rich and famous...
and not so famous, and is home to several world class championship golf courses.
YOU WILL PLAY THESE FOUR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP COURSES
The Desert Course At Cabo Del Sol
The Desert Course at Cabo del Sol is a classic desert golf course designed by desert
golf master Tom Weiskopf. Considered by many as one of Weiskopf’s finest designs,
It possesses an enticing blend of par fours ranging from the teasingly
short 329 yard, downhill fourth to the intimidating, into the wind 480 yard thirteenth.
Toss the death or glory par 5 ninth into the mix along with the stunning views from
each hole and The Desert Course course takes you on a scenic thrill ride as it winds
its way through lush desert landscape and canyon-like arroyos high above The Ocean
Course and the Sea of Cortez. Highlighted by mesmerizing views of the Sea of Cortez
from every hole Weiskopf calls The Desert Course “one of the most scenic courses”
he has designed.
Cabo Real Golf Club
This Robert Trent Jones, Jr. designed golf course winds its way around beautiful
homes and the exclusive Las Ventanas al Paraiso Resort. While it challenges the
low handicapper, it has multiple tees for players of all levels, but you have to
hit it straight. Fairway sand traps have been placed at distances that require accurate
tee shots as holes move up the mountainside then back down to the beach. The back
nine glides down towards the sea offering dramatic views of this picturesque
and diverse course, with the most spectacular coming from the 15th tee, directly
on the beach, playing along the surf in front of the hotel Melia Cabo Real and the
Las Ventanas al Paraiso.
One & Only Palmilla Golf Club
The Palmilla is one of the world's truly picturesque golf destinations, created
with a unique blend of desert and sea. While the Palmilla offers an Arroyo Nine,
a back Mountain Nine, and an Ocean Nine, the People vs. the Pros event will be played
on the Ocean Nine and Mountain Nine. Jack Nicklaus remarked, “the Ocean Nine was
like designing mountains by the sea.” Nearly every hole has its own view of the
Sea of Cortés while gentle slopes, wide fairways, and large, challenging greens
greet players on the back tees. A dramatic range of holes include, the 460-yard,
6th that features a long dog-leg right, while the very next hole, the 7th, stretches
560 yards alongside an ominous arroyo.
Club Campestre San Jose
Club Campestre is home to a spectacular clubhouse that is the center of 18 picturesque,
championship caliber holes designed by Jack Nicklaus. While many of the holes have
magnificent views of the Sea of Cortés, all offer challenges that are trademarks
of a Nicklaus course — strategically placed sand traps, gently sloping greens, doglegs
that force players to both fade and draw the ball — so players will be required
to “manage” their game, not just grip it and rip it. At Club Campestre,
low and high handicappers alike will leave knowing they have experienced a true
test of golf.
2007 People vs. the Pros Championship Tournament Dates
November 30 - December 4, 2007
Finals Tournament Field
A total of 200 amateur golfers -- 100 from each age division -- will qualify from
direct purchase offers, sweepstakes, media promotions, and sponsor exemptions. Each
division will be divided into six flights according to handicap.
The Finals Tournament – 54-Hole Stroke-Play Competition Over Three Days
The 54-Hole tournament is a medal play event with handicap that will be divided
into six flights and will be played over three days on December 1, 2 and 3, 2007.
Competitors use their lowest handicap index posted during the 12-months prior to
September 1, 2007. Each of the six flight winners will play a two hole shootout
to determine the amateur champions in each age division that will play the PGA Tour
pros in the Grand Prize Matches.
Grand Prize Matches – 18-Hole Match Play on ESPN2
On December 4th, the 49 and under Shootout Amateur Champion and 50 and over Senior
Amateur Champion will play 18-hole matches at the Cabo Real Golf Club(7,092 Yds./Par
72), with the benefit of their handicaps, against legendary professionals Chris
DiMarco and Tom Watson. The matches will be televised nationally on ESPN2 on December
23, 2007.
Event Player Package
An exclusive event and accommodation package is being offered to amateur golfers
over the age of 18 with an established handicap index recognized by the USGA. The
PLAYER package price is $2,500, plus 17% resort fees and taxes. In addition each
player must pay a $495 Tournament Fee.
If you entered the 5th Annual People vs. the Pros event this was the PVP Player
Package.
- Five (5) nights lodging at the Hilton Los Cabos Beach and Golf Resort or the Westin Resort & Spa, Los Cabos
- Four (4) rounds of golf - one practice & three competition
- Transportation to and from golf courses, airport and all sponsored events
- Use of golf practice facilities
- Breakfast and dinner each day (except Saturday night when you can enjoy the night
life of Cabo San Lucas or San Jose del Cabo)
- Attendance at the VIP gala dinner on December 3rd, with PGA professionals Chris DiMarco and Tom Watson
- Cocktail receptions each evening
- Use of all on-site recreation facilities
- VIP gift bag
- And much more..
The PGA Tour Professionals Playing The Grand Prize Final Matches
Chris DiMarco
Chris DiMarco was born in Huntington, NY and attended college at the University
of Florida. After an outstanding collegiate career, he turned pro in 1990 and since
then has played in over 350 events, winning 3 times with 12 second place finishes,
8 third place finishes, and 59 top tens. He’s also played on two Presidents
Cup teams in 2003 and 2005, where he madethe final winning putt in dramatic fashion.
Chris has also played on two two Ryder Cup teams in 2004 and 2006. Chris’
earnings during his 17 years on the PGA Tour are in excess of $19 million.
Tom Watson
Tom Watson was born in Kansas City, Missouri. As a lifelong golfer, he first gained
renown playing for his high school team at Pembroke-Country Day School, then later
honed his skills at Stanford University where he graduated in 1971. He began his
pro career the same year and went on to become a 6-time PGA Player of the Year (1977-80,82,84),
along with winning 5 British Opens, 2 Masters and a U.S. Open as part of his 34
PGA Tour victories. He was also a four-time Ryder Cup member and captain of the
1993 team. Today, you’ll find Tom playing on the Champions Tour.