Join us for the 26th annual LG SKINS GAME this Thanksgiving weekend in beautiful Indian Wells, California
Calling all golf fans: You will not want to miss the 2008 LG SKINS GAME to be held November 28-30, 2008. This popular Thanksgiving golf tradition will be played on the Celebrity Course at the world-class Indian Wells Golf Resort in Indian Wells, California, located only 20 minutes from Palm Springs International Airport.
This year’s standout LG SKINS GAME foursome features two-time defending champion Stephen Ames, three-time major champion Phil Mickelson, five-time PGA Tour winner K.J. Choi, and U.S. Open runner-up Rocco Mediate competing for the $1 million LG Skins Game purse. Produced by ESPN, this premier sporting event will air on ABC for the 18th consecutive year.
Offering fun for the entire family, LG SKINS GAME weekend festivities also include a star-studded Celebrity Pro-Am on Friday, November 28, plus an LG SKINS GAME “Village” with refreshments, live music, product demonstrations, giveaways, and much more.
Experience what is sure to be one of the most exciting and entertaining golf events of 2008 at the Indian Wells Golf Resort, home of the extraordinary new IW Club.
About the LG SKINS GAME:
LG Electronics Inc., one of the world's leading electronics companies, is the title sponsor of the SKINS GAME. The $1 million purse makes the LG SKINS GAME one of the richest two-day events in the history of golf. Past elite players include Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Lee Trevino, Gary Player, Tiger Woods, Fred Funk, Fred Couples, Adam Scott, Phil Mickelson, Mark O'Meara, and the game's premier female Annika Sorenstam.
Players Course at Indian Wells Golf Resort:
The John Fought designed Players Course opened for public play on November 27, 2007. The par-72, 18-hole championship golf course is the second of two new golf courses that were built at the Indian Wells Golf Resort. The new Players Course at Indian Wells Golf Resort features wide playing corridors, traditional rectangular tee boxes and sculpted bunkers. This John Fought-design assures challenge and reward for players of all skill levels.
Celebrity Course at Indian Wells Golf Resort:
The Clive Clark-designed Celebrity Course opened to rave reviews in November of 2006 and played host to the 25th anniversary LG SKINS Game. Playability, diversity, and challenge are the highlights of this desert golf masterpiece, which features breathtaking mountain views, meandering streams, stunning waterfalls, and brilliant flowers.
