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Genesis Open contributes to Earl Woods Scholar Program Expansion, Success
After 93 years of unforgettable experiences and charitable giving, the Genesis Open continues to identify local needs and invest in a brighter future for underrepresented youth. As guests travel to The Riviera Country Club to enjoy all the event’s festivities, the dollars spent and raised will benefit educational programs that open doors and change lives. […]
Tiger Woods announces Tim O’Neal as the 2019 Charlie Sifford Memorial Exemption
Tiger Woods has announced Tim O’Neal as the recipient of the Charlie Sifford Memorial Exemption for the 2019 Genesis Open. Awarded since 2009, the exemption has represented the advancement of diversity in the game of golf. 2019 marks the 50thanniversary of Sifford’s 1969 LA Open victory, his second and final PGA TOUR victory.
Tiger Woods sits down with Earl Woods Scholar Andy Ho
The unforgettable experiences at TGR Live events extend beyond players and fans. Students and educators have unique opportunities to connect, learn and share their stories. Earlier this year during the Genesis Open, Andy Ho, an Earl Woods Scholar and sophomore at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), had the opportunity to sit down with our founder, Tiger Woods. Andy had a chance to flip the script, putting Tiger in the hot seat and learning about his days at Western High School, Stanford University and his golf career.
Tiger’s Blog: Returning to Riviera
I can’t tell you how excited I am to be able to host and play in the 2018 Genesis Open at Riviera. Unfortunately, last year my back was in bad shape and I was unable to participate. What a difference a year makes.
Tiger Woods announces Cameron Champ as 2018 Charlie Sifford Memorial Exemption
Tiger Woods has announced Cameron Champ as the recipient of the Charlie Sifford Memorial Exemption for the 2018 Genesis Open. Since 2009, the exemption has represented the advancement of diversity in the game of golf. Champ will join the field of 144 players at The Riviera Country Club February 12-18.
Genesis Open announces Charlie Sifford Memorial Exemption
Representing the advancement of diversity in the game of golf, Kevin M. Hall has been awarded the Charlie Sifford Memorial Exemption to play in the 2017 Genesis Open. Hall is set to join the field of 144 players at The Riviera Country Club, Feb. 16-19.