Tournament partners enhance the fan experience with special events and offerings
Galloway, NJ (May 3, 2011) - Over 200 regional, national and international brands have signed-on as tournament partners with the ShopRite LPGA Classic, which begins Monday, May 30 and runs through Sunday, June 5 at Seaview - A Dolce Resort, which was recently purchased by nearby Richard Stockton College of New Jersey.
"With the ShopRite LPGA Classic held in South Jersey and its close proximity to three major markets; Philadelphia, New York and Washington, DC, it provides our partners with high visibility and the unique opportunity to interact with fans during tournament week," said Leela Narang, Tournament Director. "We're very proud to have national brands recognize the value of an affiliation with the ShopRite LPGA Classic and it speaks to the quality of our tournament and its ability to attract large numbers of spectators and the best professional golfers in the world," added Narang.
As the Official Automobile, Kia will be providing its Sorento and Optima models for tournament use as shuttles for LPGA players and VIP's, as well as golf course evacuation vehicles. Kia will be sponsoring an autograph session for the public with the company's celebrity endorsers and LPGA Player Michelle Wie on Friday, June 3 at Seaview. Visit www.shopritelpgaclassic.com for times and exact location. Michelle Wei + Kia Soul.
Enterprise, the Official Rental Car of the ShopRite LPGA Classic will be providing all of the Kia car models throughout the tournament. Additionally, Enterprise will provide two complimentary tickets to the ShopRite LPGA Classic tournament to customers at any of its Philadelphia Metro and Atlantic City region car rental centers.
Chateau Ste. Michelle Wines, Sobieski Vodka and Blue Moon have signed on as the official wine, vodka and beer (respectively) of the tournament. Chateau will be staging wine tastings for the public throughout tournament weekend (June 3-5) behind the 18th green and the first tee. Sobieski Vodka and Blue Moon beer will be served at all venues during the tournament and Pro-Am on course events and receptions.
South Jersey Industries is the official sponsor of the Junior Golf Show open to the public Saturday, June 4 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. located at Seaview's Driving Range. LPGA stars will be putting on shows for the children and chaperones free of charge. Free entry to the tournament will also be provided to all Junior Golf Show attendees compliments of South Jersey Industries.
In addition to serving as the presenting sponsor for the ShopRite LPGA Classic Pro-Am events, Harrah's Resort Atlantic City will offer two complimentary tickets to hotel guests of Harrah's, Showboat, Caesars and Bally's on Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5. A free shuttle will be provided for hotel guests throughout tournament week (May 30-June 5) from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is the official Health Care Provider of the ShopRite LPGA Classic. The company is teaming with Susan G. Komen for the Cure, to raise awareness and educate NJ residents on the importance of getting a mammogram. Select volunteers and event staff will don pink shirts to support breast cancer awareness.
In cooperation with ShopRite, the Tournament is running the following free ticket promotions:
• Free admission for all spectators Monday, May 30 through Thursday, June 2
• Children age 17 and under will be admitted free when accompanied by a paid adult
• ShopRite Price Plus Members will receive two tickets per day by showing a valid membership card at the Admissions gate
• All service personnel (military, fire and police) will be admitted free of charge throughout the Tournament with proper ID
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