‘Greats of the Game' event to debut at Sanford International
Sir Nick Faldo, Andy North, Cris Carter and Ronde Barber will be part in the inaugural event.
The 'Greats of the Game' will be a nine hole event, played on Saturday, September 13 at the Sanford International.
'We have been eager to bring back a special on-course event for the fans during the Saturday of the Sanford International, and this lineup of athletes and format is the perfect fit,' said Davis Trosin, tournament director of the Sanford International. 'Andy is the quintessential ambassador of the game, and we are excited to welcome Sir Nick, Cris and Rondé to Sioux Falls for an event that will bring a new level of excitement to tournament weekend.'
Faldo is a six time major championship winner who has 43 professional wins on his resume, including three Masters Tournament victories.
Carter and Barber are Pro Football hall of Fame members who played multiple years in the NFL.
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