Sir Charles Returns To Gretzky Classic
THORNBURY, June 26, 2009 – Today, the Ford Wayne Gretzky Classic presented by Samsung announced that Charles Barkley will once again take part in the celebrity Pro-Am tournament in Thornbury, Ontario, July 6-12, 2009.
Barkley, well-known for his “unique” golf swing, was a fan favourite at last year’s tournament and will once again tee-off against some of the best professionals in golf.
“We’re thrilled to have him back this year,” said Wayne Gretzky. “His swing certainly draws a lot of attention, but it’s his personality that really shines at these events – he’s a great guy to have around.”
Celebrities taking part include:
- Wayne Gretzky
- Janet Gretzky
- Damon Allen
- Donovan Bailey
- Charles Barkley
- Cassie Campbell
- Javier Colon
- Brett Hull
- Ed Jovanoski
- Catriona Lemay Doan
- Bob McCown
- Darren Pang
- Gino Reda
- Steve Stamkos
- Marty Turco
Tickets and other information are available at www.gretzky.com/golf.
For more information, including media credentials, please contact:
Mark James
Cohn & Wolfe
647-259-3269
mark.james@cohnwolfe.ca
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ABOUT THE TOURNAMENT
Coming to Thornbury, Ontario, July 6-12, 2009, the Ford Wayne Gretzky Classic presented by Samsung will provide fans with the opportunity to watch 160 professionals play with celebrities and amateurs in a pro-am style tournament. As an official Nationwide Tour stop, players will be competing for one of the year’s largest purses at $800,099, with all four rounds televised LIVE on the Golf Channel. Two courses will host the tournament – the Georgian Bay Club and The Raven Golf Club at Lora bay – with proceeds from the tournament to benefit the Wayne Gretzky Foundation. Further information, including tickets and volunteer opportunities, can be found at www.gretzky.com/golf.
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