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Las Vegas LPGA Tour Star Natalie Gulbis Appears on Weather Channel

Sun, 27 May 2012 15:48:23 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 27, 2012)--Las Vegas Golf Region resident Natalie Gulbis is arguably the LPGA Tour's biggest crossover star. She has calendars, has appeared on the NBC series Celebrity Apprentice, and now comes a recent promotional appearance on the Weather Channel. Gulbis has lived in this area for several years and read on for a link to the video. --By Brian Hurlburt

Jack Nicklaus' Coyote Springs Offers Free Replays and Group Discount Web Specials

Fri, 25 May 2012 16:51:29 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 25, 2012)--Coyote Springs Golf Club is a fantastic Jack Nicklaus-designed Las Vegas Golf Region course. This resort Las Vegas golf courses is located about 50 minutes from the glitter of the Las Vegas Strip and worth the drive. Now golfers can enjoy free replays--36 holes for the price of 18--and group discounts when you reserve your Coyote Springs Las Vegas tee times online. Click now to the official website for details and to reserve your Coyote Springs tee times ...

Kevin Na Is Almost Waggle Free on PGA Tour

Fri, 25 May 2012 00:14:37 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 24, 2012)--Many of us have nightmares about our golf games. Not so much for PGA Tour pros. But over the last 10 days maybe Las Vegas Golf Region resident and 2011 Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open champion Kevin Na had a few bad dreams. He admittedly focused every part of his practice time since the PLAYERS Championship on getting rid of his waggles. And so far, so good at the Crowne Plaza Invitational. LIVE SCORING.--By Brian Hurlburt

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Two Big Events Feature PGA Tour Las Vegas Golf Betting Odds

Tue, 22 May 2012 16:33:55 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 22, 2012)--There are two big professional golf tournaments over the 2012 Memorial Day weekend. The BMW PGA Championship takes place on the European PGA Tour while the PGA Tour features the Crowne Plaza Invitational. Luke Donald opened as the favorite at 8/1 on the Euro Tour while Matt Kuchar, Jason Dufner, Zach Johnson and Rickie Fowler opened 15/1 here in the U.S. --By Brian Hurlburt, Odds by Jeff Sherman.

Jack Nicklaus' Bear's Best Las Vegas Home to Fastest Round For UNLV RAF

Mon, 21 May 2012 15:30:40 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 21, 2012)--Jack Nicklaus has strong ties to Las Vegas golf courses. One such tie is being the designer of Bear's Best Las Vegas, a conglomeration of his favorite holes from courses he has designed across the globe. And on May 29, Bear's Best Las Vegas is the home of "The Fastest Round of Golf", the first of several Las Vegas golf events at this course this summer that will raise dollars for Las Vegas charities. All Las Vegas golfers (visiting, loca...

Golf Oasis in Las Vegas Home to Champions, Rates Under $100, Rat Pack

Sat, 19 May 2012 16:05:53 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 19, 2012)--There are plenty of reasons to play the historic Las Vegas National Golf Club. This oasis-styled Las Vegas golf course--no desert, plenty of mature shade trees--was built in 1961 and has played host to events on the PGA Tour and LPGA Tour. And these days you will never find rates of more than $100 for visiting Las Vegas golfers. And it is located minutes from the Las Vegas Strip (cheap cab fare!). Click now for the official website to reserve your online tee t...

PGA Tour Report: Las Vegas Golfers All Over Lead at Byron Nelson

Fri, 18 May 2012 15:50:40 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 18, 2012)--Seemingly about half the top 20 at the 2012 Byron Nelson Classic have strong ties to Las Vegas golf courses. While there is still a long way to go, once again the depth of quality golf in the Las Vegas Golf Region is on display on the PGA Tour. Among those challenge are resident Scott Piercy and Alex Cejka, and former Rebels Chris Riley, Charley Hoffman, Andres Gonzales, Chad Campbell, and Bill Lunde. LEADERBOARD. --By Brian Hurlburt

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Mesquite Golf Tee Times Are Unlimited at Top 100 Wolf Creek

Wed, 16 May 2012 15:39:10 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 16, 2012)--We love unlimited Las Vegas Golf Region deals. And now comes word from Mesquite, Nevada, (located 77 miles north Las Vegas) that the Top 100 Wolf Creek Golf Club is the home of a summer unlimited golf tee times and packages deal. You can play all the golf you want for two days at Wolf Creek for $200. Click now for the official Wolf Creek website and reserve this Mesquite golf deal. --By Brian Hurlburt

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Rock Solid Matt Kuchar Earns Las Vegas PGA Tour Betting Experts Respect

Tue, 15 May 2012 15:55:34 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 15, 2012)--There are a lot of signs that a team or player is very good. Media reports, results on the field/course, etc. But there is one guage of where an athlete or team stands that is more proven than most. And that is how they are looked upon by the Las Vegas betting experts. And now Matt Kuchar is very well-respected by the best Las Vegas PGA Tour betting experts. --By Brian Hurlburt, Odds by Jeff Sherman. Follow @LVGolfInsider.

Las Vegas PGA Tour Star Kevin Na Commits to End His Waggling Ways

Mon, 14 May 2012 19:08:44 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 14, 2012)--Las Vegas PGA Tour player Kevin Na had a lot to deal with at THE PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP. Some of it was his own doing--waggles not seen since Sergio Garcia a few years ago--while some of it was out of his control including some major heckling. Na finished in the top 10 and is now ready to end his waggle. -- By Brian Hurlburt

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Top of PGA Tour PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP Leaderboard Filled With Las Vegas Flavor

Sat, 12 May 2012 20:23:27 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 12, 2012 UPDATE 800 PM PST)--A quick glance at the top 10 of the PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP in the early stages of the third round reveals six players who have some ties to the Las Vegas Golf Region. And then if you add into it the fact that the TPC Sawgrass course was designed by Pete Dye, who crafted three Las Vegas golf courses, then you might as well just refer to the event as the PLAYERS at Las Vegas. LEADERBOARD. --By Brian Hurlburt Follow @LVGolfInsider

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Beautiful Female Caddies Part of This Las Vegas Tee Times Deal

Fri, 11 May 2012 06:06:09 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 11, 2012)--There are some Las Vegas golf courses that provide a true Las Vegas experience. One such Las Vegas golf course offering a Las Vegas golf deal is Royal Links Golf Club, the home to the Par Mates female caddies. And this Memorial Day all Las Vegas golfers can play in the annual Par Am golf tournament. You get rounds of golf, VIP entry to night clubs, rooms at the MGM Grand, and you are accompanied by a Par Mate. Click to reserve.--By Brian Hurlburt.

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Las Vegas Golf Tee Times Go Unlimited at Billy Casper Courses For Memorial Day

Wed, 09 May 2012 23:06:01 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 9, 2012)--There are three Las Vegas golf courses located at Golf Summerlin, and each were designed by architect Greg Nash and World Golf Hall of Famer Billy Casper. And for Memorial Day weekend 2012, course management is offering unlimted golf for ALL Las Vegas golfers, visiting or local. Beginning Friday May 25, through Monday May 28, players may choose to play unlimited golf for four days for the generous rate of $85 or book single rounds at $45, valid at Hig...

2012 The PLAYERS Las Vegas Betting Report: McIlroy and Westwood Most Consistent

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:19:12 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 8, 2012)--The 2012 PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP has a chance to be the most exciting in its long and very exciting history. The stars of the PGA Tour continue to line up, both literally and figuratively. With the recent victory by "next-big-thing" Rickie Fowler last week, and many other big names playing at the top of their games, the field is wide open. The Las Vegas PGA Tour betting experts at GolfOdds.com revealed Rory McIlroy as a 10/1 favorite followed by Lee West...

Best Junior Golfers In Nation Heading to Las Vegas

Sun, 06 May 2012 16:09:47 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 6, 2012)--Some of the best junior golfers in the United States will be visiting Las Vegas soon. The Matt Snodgrass Junior is to be held June 11-14 at Las Vegas' Stallion Mountain Golf Club. The tournament is a part of the American Junior Golf Association schedule, which has a long history in Las Vegas. --By Brian Hurlburt

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Putter Works Well For Vegas PGA Tour Star Ryan Moore at Wells Fargo

Fri, 04 May 2012 15:15:26 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 4, 2012)--Ryan Moore welcomed an old friend back to the bag in the first round of the PGA Tour's Wells Fargo Championship. It worked because Moore flew to a round of 65 in round one to share the lead. Moore lives in Las Vegas and attended UNLV where he won the 2004 NCAA Championship. LIVE SCORING. -- By Brian Hurlburt

2012 WAC College Golf Champion Decided at Rio Secco in Vegas

Thu, 03 May 2012 17:19:52 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 3, 2012)--For several years, Las Vegas' Rio Secco Golf Club has hosted the Western Athletic Conference Golf Championships. And in 2012, San Jose State walked off the fabulous Rees Jones design as the champions. San Jose State's Jay Myers was the individual champion. --By Brian Hurlburt with WAC press release.

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Tee Times Rates at Billy Casper Summerlin Las Vegas Golf Courses Ready For Summer

Wed, 02 May 2012 13:48:13 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 2, 2012: Update May 6)--The three Las Vegas golf courses at Golf Summerlin are offering blazing summer Las Vegas golf rates for tee times. Each of these Las Vegas golf courses was designed by architect Greg Nash with consulation by World Golf Hall of Famer Billy Casper. And with summer right around the corner, course management has announced summer rates for locals and visiting golfers ranging from just $20-50. Visit GolfSummerlin.com now or call 800.803.0758. --Bri...

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Tue, 01 May 2012 21:01:15 +0100

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2012 Wells Fargo Championship PGA Tour Betting Report: Rory is Favored over Tiger

Tue, 01 May 2012 16:53:12 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 1, 2012)--Fresh off his visit to Las Vegas for the annual Tiger Jam, Tiger Woods is back in action this week at the Wells Fargo Championship. Also in the field is Rory McIlroy and a host of other top golfers. Rory opened as the 7/1 Las Vegas PGA Tour betting favorite to win followed by Tiger at 9/1 as released by Las Vegas' GolfOdds.com. --By Brian Hurlburt, Odds by Jeff Sherman.

Tiger Jam in Las Vegas: Lindsey Vonn, MC Hammer, Jon Bon Jovi, David Cook Join In Fun

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:35:16 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 29, 2012)--Tiger Jam in Las Vegas is in the books and total raised for the event over the years is more than $15 million. Tiger Woods served as the host and announced a matching text campaign where he would match all donations that were texted in during the Tiger Jam. Among the friends who attended and/or performed were Jon Bon Jovi and friends, David Cook, Lindsey Vonn, and MC Hammer. --By Brian Hurlburt
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At Tiger Jam Woods Says Jack Nicklaus Is Greatest

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 23:44:52 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 28, 2012)-Maybe it isn't breaking news, but Tiger Woods confirmed that Jack Nicklaus is the greatest when asked about it during his annual private golf clinic at Tiger Jam. The VIP event was held at Las Vegas' Cascata, and Tiger drew a big laugh when asked who is the greatest golfer ever: "Nicklaus," he replied. Asked to clarify where he personnally rated, Tiger quickly said, "I am four majors back." --By Brian Hurlburt
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Tiger Woods Goes All In at Tiger Jam in Las Vegas

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 05:18:44 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 27, 2012)--The annual Tiger Jam fundraiser for the Tiger Woods Foundation is hitting Las Vegas again this weekend. Among the highlights are a clinic with Tiger at Las Vegas' Cascata, a poker tournament with Phil Helmuth and Doyle Brunson, golf, and a concert headlined by Bon Jovi. Tiger's Vegas ties run deep, and over the years he has raised millions at Tiger Jam.--By Brian Hurlburt.
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Ladies To Kick Off Heels For Las Vegas PGA Tour Event Ladies Day

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:15:24 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 25, 2012)--Las Vegas' annual PGA Tour event, the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open, returns in October. And once again, a major part of the festivities will be the annual Ladies Day. This year, Chief Executive Officer of Paragon Gaming, Diana Bennett, is the keynote speaker for the luncheon on Tuesday, October 2, 2012. The theme is "Kick your heels of." All are invited. --By Brian Hurlburt.

2012 Zurich Classic Betting Report: Vegas Makes Bubba Watson the Favorite

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 01:02:17 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 24, 2012)--Bubba Watson is back after his stunning win at the Masters. And the Las Vegas PGA Tour betting experts opened he and Luke Donald as co-favorites. They went off at 12/1 odds to win the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Justin Rose opened 15/1 while Keegan Bradley was 20/1 with Steve Stricker.--By Brian Hurlburt, odds by Jeff Sherman.

Learn to Hit It Solid From Las Vegas PGA Tour Academy Pro With Video

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:10:10 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 23, 2012)--TPC Las Vegas is a resort course owned and operated by the PGA Tour. And one of the benefits of the relationship with the PGA Tour is high-level golf instruction. TPC Las Vegas is home to the official TOUR Academy, led by head instructor Brandon Stooksbury. Read on for a video about how to hit it solid and how you can make your reservations for the TOUR Academy. --By Brian Hurlburt.
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Play the Jack Nicklaus Designed Coyote Springs at Golf Mesquite Packages

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 19:24:03 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 21, 2012)--Wolf Creek Golf Club is a Top 100 golf course, and the best of the Mesquite golf golf courses. But now joining the mix with Wolf Creek Golf Club--and Mesquite golf packages are available--is another of the nation's top golf courses. The management of Wolf Creek is partnering with Coyote Springs, a golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, that was included in the Golf Digest Top 100 in 2011. Click now for reserve your Mesquite tee times or Me...

MGM Grand VIP Access Summer Las Vegas Golf Packages Are Back With Bikinis

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:39:11 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 18, 2012)--These Las Vegas golf packages were such a success in the summer of 2011, they are back for 2012. Combining the entertainment and excitement of the MGM Grand and two of the best Las Vegas golf courses, these packages give you VIP access to Wet Republic Day Club, Tabu nightclub, limo rides, and other access at the hotel. Click now to reserve or view more information about these Las Vegas golf packages and Las Vegas golf deals. --Brian Hurlb...

Kevin Na a Las Vegas PGA Tour Betting Favorite at Texas

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:26:36 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 17, 2012)--In 2011, Kevin Na became the first resident of the Las Vegas Golf Region to win the hometown PGA Tour event. The win at the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open was the first of his career, and now the Las Vegas betting experts believe he is playing some of the best golf on the PGA Tour. Na opened at 20/1 to win the Valero Texas Open, and was among the favorites. --By Brian Hurlburt, odds by Jeff Sherman.
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PGA Tour's TPC Las Vegas Offers Golf Packages Vacations Deals With JW Marriott

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 17:00:22 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 16, 2012)--The PGA Tour will have held an event in Las Vegas for 30-straight years with the playing of the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open in October. A by product of that success was the building of two PGA Tour-owned Las Vegas golf courses, the resort TPC Las Vegas and the private TPC Summerlin. Now you can reserve official stay and play Las Vegas golf packages vacations for TPC Las Vegas and the JW Marriott and get great rates. Plus you w...

Las Vegas PGA Tour Pros Unite For New Golf Instruction Academy

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 19:40:19 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 14, 2012)--PGA Tour pros Bob May and Jeff Gallagher are longtime residents of the Las Vegas Golf Region. They have become part of the fabric of the community. Now the duo is teaming up for the now open Bob May Golf Academy. The Academy is officially located at SilverStone Golf Club, but also serves other popular Las Vegas golf courses. Now Las Vegas golfers of all ages can learn the game from two pros who have been there, done that. Visit the official Bob May Golf Acad...

Chad Campbell Has Weekend Shot at RBC Heritage After Watching Masters

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 03:26:07 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 14, 2012)--It's been awhile since Las Vegas PGA Tour star Chad Campbell has been in contention on the PGA Tour. But heading into the weekend, Campbell was near the leaders at the RBC Heritage. And this came after spending last week watching The Masters on television.--By Brian Hurlburt. Follow @LVGolfInsider

Vegas Golf Notes: Bubba Watson PING Drivers Coming, Meet a Metal X Lady

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 03:46:16 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 12, 2012)--There is always a lot going on in the Las Vegas Golf Region. And in the coming days and months, a couple cool things are happening. Las Vegas Golf and Tennis will take shipment of official Bubba Watson PING G20 drivers to retail by June 1. And for the next several weekends, golfers will find a Metal X Team member meeting and greeting at Callaway Golf Center. She will be showing off the new Metal X line of insert putters. --By Brian Hurlburt
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You Can Save 40 Percent on Tee Times at Las Vegas' Rhodes Ranch

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 19:19:23 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 11, 2012)--These days, there are great Las Vegas golf deals all over the place. And many of these Vegas tee times deals can be bettered when you play multiple rounds at the same Vegas golf facility. That is the case at Las Vegas' Rhodes Ranch Golf Club, where you can earn up to 40% savings when you play the Ted Robinson course more than once. Click now for this Las Vegas golf deal. -- By Brian Hurlburt.
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Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy Still Betting Favorites for 2012 U.S. Open

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:37:14 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 9, 2012)--Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, despite finishing 40th at The Masters, opened at 8/1 and co-betting favorites at the U.S. Open to be played at Olympic Club in San Francisco. Masters sensation Bubba Watson appears to have good value at 30/1. For this week's RBC Heritage, Luke Donald opened 7/1 and as the Las Vegas betting favorite.--By Brian Hurlburt, Odds by Jeff Sherman.

Volunteer For Timberlake Shriners PGA Tour Event For Up Close Look at Masters Pros

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 21:59:09 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 7, 2012)--With The Masters being played this week, it gets us looking ahead to October and the playing of Las Vegas' PGA Tour event, the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. In a little more five months, some of the same names dotting the Masters leaderboard will be in Las Vegas challenging to become the champion of the 30th year of the tournament. And you can now volunteer for the tournament, allowing you to see the pros up close. --By Brian Hur...

Callaway, ESPN Come to Pete Dye's Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:08:39 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 5, 2012)--You never really know what will be going on at the three Las Vegas golf courses at the Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort. Each course was designed by the legend, Pete Dye, and with 54 holes in play, there are always Las Vegas golf deals and events happening. This weekend brings a Callaway Golf demo day and a qualifier for the ESPN National Golf Challenge to the Paiute. --By Brian Hurlburt
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The 2012 Masters Betting Report: Tiger Woods and Props Highlight Event

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 17:41:28 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 4, 2012)--The 2012 Masters has the chance to be the greatest and most exciting in history. With Tiger coming back strong, Rory McIlroy and Luke Donald playing at the highest of levels, and Phil Mickelson looking to add another green jacket, the golf stars could be aligning. For Las Vegas sports books, the betting handle for the 2012 Masters is breaking records. Tiger Woods is currently 9/2 to win followed by Rory at 11/2, Mickelson at 12/1 and Donald at 15/1. There are...

Las Vegas Golf Packages Combined With Boxing Main Event Mayweather Vs. Cotto

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:38:47 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 3, 2012)--Las Vegas is known as the Boxing Capital of the World, and to us golfers, it's referred to as the World's Ultimate Golf City. It lives up to this billing because there is plenty of quality golf to play, but when you add in everything else that Vegas has to offer, there is no golf destination in the world that can compare. And in honor of the Floyd Mayweather vs. Miguel Cotto megafight May 5, some Las Vegas golf courses feature special fight Las V...

Michael Jordan Celebrity Golf Invitational: A Look Back From Las Vegas

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:00:00 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 2, 2012)--Michael Jordan and his friends once again partied and played golf in Las Vegas this past week with the second playing of the Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitatonal in the Las Vegas Golf Region. At the end of the day, a lot of money was raised for charity, and John Smoltz and Brandi Chastain walked away as the winning team in the celebrity competition. Here is a look back from Las Vegas, Shadow Creek, and ARIA. --By Brian Hurlburt.
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Brandi Chastain and John Smoltz Lead Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 04:18:19 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (April 1, 2012)--Michael Jordan has some work to do if he wants to successfully defend his title in his own event. Golf stud and former Major Leaguer John Smoltz, along with playing partner and U.S. Olympic soccer hero Brandi Chastain have the lead after one round at 6-under par. Jordan and NFLer Dwight Freeney stand at even par. The final round is Sunday at Shadow Creek in Las Vegas. SEE VIDEO NOW. --By Brian Hurlburt with press release.

Shadow Creek Is the Golf Place to Be in Las Vegas This Weekend

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 00:54:53 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 31, 2012)--The Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational is in Las Vegas this weekend, and the hospitality at Shadow Creek, the host course, is the place to be. The M life Hospitality tent is VIP all the way with complimentary drinks and food, and a DJ spinning the 80s party music. Oh yeah, there's a bit of a golf tournament being played with the likes of Jordan, Wayne Gretzky, Aaron Rodgers, Roger Clemens, and many other A-listers knocking it around one of the world&#...

Aaron Rodgers, Sugar Ray Leonard, Others Out For Michael Jordan Las Vegas Golf Event

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 02:19:11 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 30, 2012)--The Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational harkens back to the good ole days of Las Vegas when true A-list celebrities partied and golfed in Las Vegas. Today marked the first round of the celebrity/amateur portion of this charity tournament hosted by ARIA and Shadow Creek. Back in the day the likes of Bob Hope, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Jim Brown and Joe Dimaggio played in Vegas. Take a look at exclusive video from Bader TV for a behind the scenes look at t...

Michael Jordan and Friends Ready for Golf at Las Vegas' Shadow Creek

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:38:16 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 29, 2012)--Here he comes again. Michael Jordan, arguably the greatest NBA player in history, is back in Las Vegas this week and he has brought several of his golfing friends. The Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational is to be played today through Sunday at the prestigious Shadow Creek. Among the notables scheduled to play are Wayne Gretzky, Ken Griffey, Jr., Greg Maddux, Brandi Chastain, and many more. The event is open to the public. --By Brian Hurlburt. Fol...

Tiger Woods Leads Masters Odds While Lee Westwood Favorite at Shell Houston

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 15:24:35 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 27, 2012)--Tiger Woods' victory last week at the Arnold Palmer Invitational will help records be broken for betting handle on the Masters. According to PGA Tour betting odds expert Jeff Sherman, the overall take from 2012 was already going to be huge but now that Tiger is "back" it will only add to the the fervor (he is 4/1 to win). In other Las Vegas PGA Tour betting news, in the PGA Tour tuneup to the Masters, Lee Westwood opened 12/1 to win the Shell H...

UNLV College Golf Report: Rebels Flying High Nationally and Media Experts Impressed

Sun, 25 Mar 2012 17:19:30 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 25, 2012)--The UNLV Men's golf team continues to climb up the national golf rankings. This week the Rebels peaked at second in the respected GolfStat poll. The Rebels have won five of eight tournaments and finished as the runner-up twice. Hall-of-Fame Coach Dwaine Knight has the Rebels rolling and everyone is noticing. --By Brian Hurlburt
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PGA Tour Shot of the Day By Ryan Moore Amazing Way To Kick Off Promotion

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 13:45:49 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 23, 2012)--Las Vegas Golf Region resident Ryan Moore had the shot of the day at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Moore aced the 201-yard, par 3, 7th hole. Moore used a 5-iron and the hole-in-one moved him to 1-under par for the day at the time. The ace also helped raise $1,000 through Birdies4Shriners sponsored by Shift4. Read on to watch the video of his ace.--By Brian Hurlburt. Follow @lvgolfinsider.

Hall of Famers and All Stars Lining Up For Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 19:19:52 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 22, 2012)--The Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational returns to Las Vegas' Shadow Creek March 29-April 1, and a star-studded lineup is scheduled to play and attend events surrounding the charity golf tournament. Among the recent celebrity confirmations are Aaron Rodgers, Ken Griffey, Jr., Wayne Gretzky, Roger Clemens, Brian Baumgartner, Brett Hull, Maury Povich and Chris Chelios. Each also played in 2011. Click now to purchase tickets to the 2012 event. -...

Achilles or No Tiger Woods Is the Betting Favorite at the Arnold Palmer Invitational

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:48:44 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 21, 2012)--The betting public in Las Vegas loves to bet on the PGA Tour, and when Tiger Woods is playing, they love to bet on him. But even though Tiger is the favorite to win the Arnold Palmer Invitational, the public might be shying off him a little bit because of his recent "injury." According to the Las Vegas golf PGA Tour betting experts, Tiger opened at 8/1 to win followed by Phil Mickelson at 12/1.--By Brian Hurlburt, odds by Jeff Sherman.
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Butch Harmon School of Golf In Las Vegas Teaches You Same Tips As Pros

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 01:40:26 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 20, 2012)--Butch Harmon has been voted America's Top Golf Teacher for 12 years running in a poll of his peers published in Golf Digest. High praise, for sure, but a quick scan of the FedEx Cup standings also proves his ability because several of the PGA Tour pros he works with are always near the top. And one the best things about Harmon is that he is accessible via his Butch Harmon School of Golf located at Las Vegas resort course Rio Secco. There is still av...

Pete Dye's Las Vegas Golf Courses at Paiute Home to Free Discounts Tee Times

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 16:53:47 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 18, 2012)--There are three Pete Dye-designed golf courses at the Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort. The resort is home to the GolfaPalooza--free tee times replays with your paid round--and also offer free discounts to those who sign up for their email database. When you do sign up, you also get to view questions that will test your knowledge about the Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort. Click now to sign up. -- Staff report.
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Las Vegas Golf Tournament Series Highlighted by British Open, Female Caddies

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 03:19:43 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 16, 2012)--Walters Golf operates three themed Las Vegas golf courses. And they offer plenty of Las Vegas golf deals, Las Vegas golf packages, and Vegas golf intrigue. And now the management has announced the formation of the Walters Golf Las Vegas Tournament Series. The series gets under way in May with the ParAm, an event featuring the beautiful ParMates female caddies and culminates in July with the inaugural Royal Open, an event coinciding with the British Open...

2012 Transition PGA Tour Odds Feature Nick Watney Vs. Justin Rose Matchup

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 02:03:32 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 14, 2012)--The 2012 Transition Championship is another FedEx Cup event but doesn't have as deep of field as last week's Cadillac Championship. But there is still plenty of talent. Reigning Player of the Year Luke Donald leads the odds at 10/1 followed closely by Cadillac champ Justin Rose at 15/1 along with Charl Schwartzel. Las Vegas Golf Region resident Nick Watney is in a group at 20/1 but is even money in the matchup vs. Rose (-120).--By Brian Hurlburt, odd...

UNLV College Golf Report: Vegas Home Win Boosts Rebels to 7th Ranking

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:36:17 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 13, 2012)--The glory days appear to be in swing for the UNLV Men's golf team. The Rebels won the Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters over the weekend and the victory boosted the team into the top 10 in the rankings. UNLV won their home event for the sixth time since 2002, when the event moved to their new home course, the private Southern Highlands Golf Club, a former host course for the PGA Tour. UNLV is now seventh in the Golfweek rankings. -- By Brian Hurlburt...

Las Vegas PGA Tour Betting Experts Make Adjustments to Tiger Woods Prop Bets

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 15:33:46 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 12, 2012)--A ripple of shock waves went through the golf world Sunday afternoon when Tiger Woods withdrew from the final round of the WGC-Cadillac Championship. But maybe the biggest--and most immediate--reaction came from Las Vegas sports books where Las Vegas golf betting experts quickly altered some of their PGA Tour golf proposition odds. According to Las Vegas' GolfOdds.com Founder Jeff Sherman, he took the "How many majors will Tiger win" prop ...

Night Golf for St. Patrick's Day Celebration: March Madness Golf, Vegas Style

Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:19:44 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 10, 2012)--Las Vegas has been called the Ultimate Golf City. And when you add up the hotels, the Strip, the gambling, the dining, the entertainment, and the golf, it's pretty hard to argue that point. And with March Madness upon the college basketball world, Las Vegas will be brimming with excitement. And what better way to enjoy Las Vegas than a little night golf for a March Madness St. Patrick's Day and night celebration. Rhodes Ranch is holding the Leprechau...

Las Vegas Golf and Tennis Is Home of Odyssey Pro Type Putters

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 16:50:27 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 9, 2012)--Some names are synonomous with excellence. Rolex. Dom Perignon. Mercedes. Odyssey. And since this is a website about ALL things in the Las Vegas Golf Region, we are going to focus on that last name ... Odyssey. Now is a good time to do so given the recent release of the Odyssey ProType Tour Series line of putters. This new line was created after feedback from hundreds of Tour professionals, and it is now available at Las Vegas Golf and Tennis locations i...

Las Vegas Headliner Bill Engvall Talks Golf

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 03:05:00 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 8, 2012)--Bill Engvall is a golf nut. And he plays the game whenever he can, including when he hits the Las Vegas Golf Region for a performance. Engvall has played several Las Vegas golf courses including Spanish Trail and Legacy, among others. Engvall recently answered some questions about golf in Las Vegas prior to his show at the Treasure Island this March 9th. --By Brian Hurlburt
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Pete Dye's Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort Site For Demo Day

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 03:26:28 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 7, 2012)--The Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort is the home of three Pete Dye-designed Las Vegas golf courses. And this Saturday March 10 there will be a large Demo Day at the resort. You can hit or see Nike, TaylorMade, PureGrips, and a host of other brands. This Las Vegas golf event will take place from 10 AM - 2 PM. --By Brian Hurlburt
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Las Vegas PGA Tour Golf Betting Odds: 2012 WGC-Cadillac Championship Favorites are Rory, Tiger, ...

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 02:24:50 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 6, 2012)--The PGA Tour is quickly becoming one of the most exciting sports on the planet. The stars have aligned and the three biggest names in golf--Rory McIlroy, Tiger Woods, and Phil Mickelson--each appear to be playing at a high level. And according to the Las Vegas golf betting experts, action on the PGA Tour is hitting record numbers, and the same can be said for the 2012 WGC-Cadillac Championship. --By Brian Hurlburt, Odds By Jeff Sherman.
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PGA Tour and LPGA Tour Stars Wear Golf Fashion By Las Vegas' 59 Belts

Sat, 03 Mar 2012 16:51:05 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 3, 2012)--Las Vegas Golf Region resident Trevor Derrheim has a very good reputation as a teaching professional. But his reputaton as a golf fashion icon is where he is making a name these days. Derrheim operates 59 Belts, a golf accessory company that was born right here in Las Vegas, the Ultimate Golf City. At its core, 59 Belts is buckle company and its custom and pre-made belt buckles are worn by some of the biggest names in the game. --By Brian Hurlburt
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Davis Love III Fired a 64 at the Honda Classic and Won the 1993 Las Vegas Invitational

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 19:02:17 +0100

We are sorry but those clicking to the Davis Love III article, please be advised that we have had a technical glitch. We are working to correct the problem. But Davis Love III won the 1993 Las Vegas Invitational, and also lost to Tiger Woods in a playoff at the 1996 Las Vegas Invitational. Love III fired a 29-under par in 1993 to win by eight shots, the largest margin in tourney history. Tickets are now on sale for the 2012 Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. Sorry for the ...

UNLV College Golf Report: Best Teams In Country Visit Southern Highlands For Collegiate Masters

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:53:09 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (March 1, 2012)--The annual UNLV Men's home golf event has included such a deep field of teams over the years that it was unofficially dubbed the "Masters of College Golf" several years ago by national media members. A couple years ago, the word "Masters" was officially added to the title, but one thing that won't be different when the Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters is played in Las Vegas March 9-11, 2012, is that many of the top teams and p...

Tiger Woods to Host 2012 Tiger Jam in Las Vegas Featuring Jon Bon Jovi and Friends

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:32:49 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 29, 2012)--The annual Tiger Jam event, hosted by Tiger Woods, is returning to Las Vegas in April. And the crown jewel concert of the event's festivities is a concert billed as Jon Bon Jovi and Friends. "It’s truly an honor to have Jon headline Tiger Jam,” event host Tiger Woods said in a statement just released this morning. “Over the years he’s never hesitated to lend his time and talents to my Foundation and I’m so grateful f...

Las Vegas PGA Tour Betting Odds 2012 Honda Classic: Experts Say Trends Emerging

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 22:44:04 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 29, 2012)--The Las Vegas PGA Tour golf betting experts say there are some definite trends emerging. This comes as Las Vegas' GolfOdds.com releases the official betting odds of the Honda Classic at PGA National. Rory McIlroy opened 8/1 to win followed by Lee Westwood and Tiger Woods at 10/1. --By Brian Hurlburt, odds by Jeff Sherman. @LVGolfInsider

Las Vegas ParMate Female Caddies Tee Times Packages Are Pure VIP

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 02:26:22 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 28, 2012)--The ParMate female caddies at Las Vegas golf course Royal Links put true Vegas into your Las Vegas golf packages. The Par Mates are beautiful and fun, and now you can reserve an official Las Vegas golf package deal at Royal Links that includes a Par Mate as your caddie for the round. Click now to Meet a Par Mate (and see the gallery of ladies)! These ParMate Las Vegas golf packages start at only $219.--By Brian Hurlburt. @LVGolfInsider
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Las Vegas Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational: Get Up Close to Action As Volunteer

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:04:43 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 26, 2012)--The Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational was held in Las Vegas for the first time in 2011. Following the success of year one, it was no doubt that year two of this golf tournament was coming back to the Las Vegas Golf Region and Shadow Creek. And now the event--hosted by Jordan and attended by an "A-List" of athletes and celebrities--is seeking volunteers. It will take place March 29 - April 1, 2012. --By Brian Hurlburt. @LVGolfInsider
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Arnold Palmer Managed Rhodes Ranch is St. Patrick's Day Night Golf In Vegas Place to Be

Sat, 25 Feb 2012 18:06:02 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 25, 2012)--Rhodes Ranch Golf Club, a Las Vegas resort golf course, is managed by Arnold Palmer Golf Management. The course is known for having unique Las Vegas golf tournaments, and for St. Patrick's Day 2012 course management is bringing back a favorite: night golf with the Leprechaun Scramble. For $75 visiting or local golfers get golf, drinks, corned beef, red potatoes, green beer, a putting contest, two glow balls and more. Call the course at 702.740.41...

Las Vegas PGA Tour Star Nick Watney Takes Down Tiger Woods in Away Match

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 03:34:27 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 24, 2012)--PGA Tour star Nick Watney moved to the Las Vegas Golf Region a few years ago to be closer to Las Vegas resident Butch Harmon. Watney is now an official Las Vegas golfer--along with about two dozen other Tour stars--and his latest claim to fame is taking down Tiger Woods in what Watney described as an "away" match. And it is becoming routine for Harmon disciples to beat Tiger. --By Brian Hurlburt.
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College Golf Report: Prestigious Cascata Hosts UNLV Women's Golf Spring Invitational

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:17:10 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 22, 2012)--Cascata is a Las Vegas resort course that has earned 29 out of 30 stars in a ZAGAT survey. It is a haven for big Las Vegas events, Tour players, and celebrites. But this week it was the host course of the UNLV Women's Golf Spring Invitational that brought some of the best women college golfers to Las Vegas. UNLV finished second in the event, the first time it was held at Cascata. --By Brian Hurlburt, and UNLV Sports Information.
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Butch Harmon Answers Question About Tiger Woods Return

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:16:11 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 21, 2012)--Las Vegas Golf Region resident Butch Harmon was on the Jim Rome radio show last week, and definitively answered one of the bigger questions in golf: will Tiger Woods ever return and be coached by Harmon? The answer was a no from Harmon, who is releasing a two DVD set called "Butch Harmon About Golf." -- By Brian Hurlburt
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2012 WGC-Accenture Match Play Las Vegas Golf Betting Odds: Rory McIlroy Heads Wide Open Field

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 20:16:24 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 20, 2012)--According to the Las Vegas PGA Tour golf betting experts, the WGC-Accenture Match Play event is more wide open than an everyday stroke play tournament. For this week's event, Las Vegas' GolfOdds.com opened Rory McIlroy as a 10/1 favorite to win while Tiger Woods was second at 12/1. --By Brian Hurlburt, odds by Jeff Sherman.

Million Dollar Hole In One at Las Vegas Golf Course Rio Secco Going Big

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 18:15:31 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 19, 2012)--Las Vegas' Rio Secco Golf Club always has big things happening. Whether it is playing a round with the world famous T-Mates female caddies, getting a golf lesson from Butch Harmon, or just bumping into a Tour player or celebrity, Rio Secco is the place to be. And another continual event that takes place at Rio Secco on a daily basis is the Million Dollar Hole-in-One Challenge. Click now for details about the Million Dollar Hole in One and how to ...

Las Vegas Golf and World Welcome Launch of Callaway RAZR FIt Driver

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 15:22:22 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 17, 2012)--Callaway Golf lets the world play the new RAZR Fit driver and fairway woods this weekend. All over, every day golfers will have the chance to purchase the next generation of adjustable drivers and woods and golf equipment. The Las Vegas Golf Region served as the location for the marketing spots behind the launch of the club with Phil Mickelson, Alvaro Quiros, Annika Sorenstam, and many others spending a week here in late 2011 filming. The biggest Las...

Eureka Hotel in Mesquite Celebrates 15th Anniversary and Golf Packages Available

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 03:00:44 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 16, 2012)--The Eureka Hotel and Casino in Mesquite, Nevada, has become known as an establishment that caters to visiting Mesquite, Nevada, golfers with official Mesquite golf packages. In conjunction with the Top 100 Wolf Creek Golf Club, this Mesquite hotel offers golf packages year round. And on February 11, the resort kicked off a year-long celebration to honor 15 years in Mesquite since being founded by Ted and Doris Lee. --By Brian Hurlburt.
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2012 Northern Trust Official Las Vegas Golf Betting Odds: Phil Mickelson Favored but Opinions Vary

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:17:41 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 14, 2012)--According to the Las Vegas golf PGA Tour betting experts, Phil Mickelson is favored to win the Northern Trust Open at the famed Riviera Country Club. But, at what odds he goes off can vary according to Las Vegas' GolfOdds.com Founder Jeff Sherman. He opened Mickelson at 12/1 to win, followed by Luke Donald at 15/1 and Dustin Johnson at 20/1. --By Brian Hurlburt, Odds by Jeff Sherman.

UNLV College Golf Report: Derek Ernst Named to 2012 Ben Hogan Watch List

Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:16:58 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 13, 2012)--UNLV Golf has a long history. The team won a NCAA title in 1998 and two Rebels have won individual NCAA titles (Warren Schutte in 1991 and Ryan Moore in 2004). Now Senior Derek Ernst is looking to solidify his name among the best UNLV golfers of all time by solidly finishing out his senior year. Ernst was one of 28 NCAA college golfers to be named to the exclusive Ben Hogan Watch list. --Staff report with UNLV Sports Information report.
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Las Vegas' Mike Davis, a Golf Magazine Top 100 Pro, Offers Video Putting Tips

Sat, 11 Feb 2012 16:02:44 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 11, 2012)--Drive for show, putt for dough. Every golfer has heard the phrase, and it rings in your head immediately after a three-putt bogey. Las Vegas Golf Region resident and Golf Magazine Top 100 and PGA of America teaching professional Mike Davis feels the pain, but offers a cure. Davis is the Director of Instruction of Walters Golf, operators of three Las Vegas golf courses. Click now for a video about his putting tips and drills. --By Brian Hurlburt, Inst...

Follow LVGolfInsider on Twitter For All That is Las Vegas Golf Courses, Tee Times

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:18:33 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 10, 2012)--This website, GolfLasVegasNow.com, is embracing Twitter with the handle @LVGolfInsider. Click to follow and get news about Las Vegas golf courses, special insider access Las Vegas tee times deals and rates, plus news about PGA Tour and LPGA Tour golfers with Vegas ties. Also you will get updated Las Vegas golf betting odds, stories about celebrities playing golf here, and much, much more. Follow now! --By Brian Hurlburt
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Official 2012 Pebble Beach Las Vegas PGA Tour Betting Odds: Tiger Woods Opens 5/1 to Win

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:41:21 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 7, 2012)--Whether or not Tiger Woods will reclaim his domination of the PGA Tour remains to be seen. But one place he is back in major fashion is at the Las Vegas golf betting windows. Woods opened as a 5/1 betting favorite according to Las Vegas' GolfOdds.com to win the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am. Phil Mickelson, Dustin Johnson and others were next at 20/1. The public was laying down cash on Tiger.--By Brian Hurlburt, Odds by Jeff Sherman.

With Super Bowl Ending Next Big Vegas Golf Event is March Madness

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:16:53 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 5, 2012)--As of this writing, Super Bowl weekend in Las Vegas is hours from being over. Hundreds of thousands will have descended on Las Vegas for the parties--and a percentage of those will have played golf while in Las Vegas. Now we look ahead to March and April when Las Vegas becomes THE place to be for college basketball --both live and on television. And if you plan to visit, click to view our official guide to Las Vegas golf courses and starting plan...

USA Rugby 7s in Las Vegas to Feature 5th Annual Golf Scrumble

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:20:02 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 3, 2012)--The USA Rugby 7s International Rugby Tournament returns to Las Vegas with events running from February 7-12, 2012. And the 5th Annual Scrumble is scheduled for Feburary 10 at historic Las Vegas National Golf Club. Click now to sign up for this Las Vegas golf tournament with a rugby twist and find out how you can get official United States Rugby and International swag and autographed memorabilia, free drinks, and a chance for big raffle prizes. -...

Super Bowl Vegas Golf, Weather, Tee Times at Pete Dye's Paiute Resort

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:42:45 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 2, 2012)--The big game in the NFL is upon us, and you can still find your Las Vegas golf tee times for Super Bowl weekend--the weather looks good-- in the Las Vegas Golf Region. And a good place to play golf in Las Vegas at the Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort, the home of three Pete Dye golf courses. Recently, the resort earned the Best Value "Worth the Green Fee" award from GreensKeeper.org. --By Brian Hurlburt
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Alvaro Quiros Drives Bellagio Fountains in New Callaway Golf Las Vegas Commercial

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:38:40 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (February 1, 2012)--Alvaro Quiros averaged 313 yards in driving distance on the 2011 PGA Tour, good for fifth best. Recently, Quiros "unleashed" his new Callaway RAZR Fit driver and boomed it 310 yards over the Bellagio fountains on the Las Vegas Strip. The public launch of the new adjustable driver is February 17 and it will be available at Callaway Golf Center and the two Las Vegas Golf and Tennis locations. Read on to watch the video of Quiros's drive. -...

Las Vegas Golf PGA Tour Betting Odds: 2012 Waste Management Phoenix Open

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 06:41:54 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 31, 2012)--Webb Simpson is the Las Vegas golf odds favorite to win the Waste Management Phoenix Open. Las Vegas' GolfOdds.com released him as a 15/1 betting favorite following by a group at 20/1. Among those at 20/1 were Matt Kuchar, Las Vegas Golf Region resident Nick Watney and last week's champ, Brandt Snedeker. --By Brian Hurlburt, odds by Jeff Sherman.

Las Vegas Golf Region PGA Tour Star Charley Hoffman and Pro Share Swing Thoughts

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:26:33 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 30, 2012)--Las Vegas Golf Region resident Charley Hoffman is one of the most recognizeable PGA Tour golfers. Long, surfer hair and a personality to match will do that for you. But Hoffman is also one of the game's best players. And recently in Golf Digest, he and his longtime swing coach, Shawn Callahan, shared some of their thoughts about what makes him swing the best and thoughts about golf instruction. --By Brian Hurlburt.
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NFL Super Bowl Las Vegas Betting Odds Include Golf Prop Bets

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:04:48 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (Janaury 28, 2012)--Will Nick Watney's score be higher by 13.5 strokes than the longest punt in the Super Bowl? Huh? A major tradition of the NFL's Super Bowl is the betting that goes along with the viewing parties. And the proliferation of fun and intriguing "prop bets", as released by the Las Vegas odds experts, has only added to the experience. Recently the Las Vegas Hotel Super Book experts released a ton of props, including several that feature PGA...

New Golf DVD From Las Vegas' Butch Harmon Features Mickelson, Woods, Gulbs, More

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:42:51 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 27, 2012)--Butch Harmon lives in the Las Vegas Golf Region, and operates his School of golf at Las Vegas resort course Rio Secco Golf Club. Now he is releasing "Butch Harmon About Golf Presented by Titleist", a two-set DVD featuring 57 chapters and more than 250 tips. Plus included is actual footage from Harmon working with the likes of Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Natalie Gulbis, Fred Couples, Dustin Johnson, Adam Scott, Greg Norman, and Nick Watney. Click...

PGA Tour Owned TPC Las Vegas Hosts Major Canon Celebrity Golf Event

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:50:12 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 25, 2012)--The TPC Las Vegas is a Las Vegas resort course that is owned and operated by the PGA Tour. It is known as the home of pro golf in Las Vegas because it is a former host of events on the PGA Tour and Champions Tour. In addition, many Tour pros who live in the Las Vegas practice at the course on a daily basis. Celebrities also flock to play TPC Las Vegas, and recent Canon sponsored an event to raise funds and awarement for missing children. --By Brian Hurlbur...

Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods Among Odds Betting Favorites for Farmers and Abu Dhabi PGA Tour ...

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:46:52 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 24, 2012)--Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods are two of the biggest names in golf, and this week they anchor the fields of two, separate big time professional golf tournaments. Mickelson opened at 15/1 to win the Farmers Insurance Open in San Diego while Woods opened at 8/1 to win the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship across the globe. The official Las Vegas golf betting odds were released by the experts at GolfOdds.com. --By Brian Hurlburt, odds by Jeff Sherman.
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Las Vegas Golf and Tennis Will Feature TaylorMade Rocketballz and R11S

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:36:49 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 23, 2012)--Las Vegas golfers won't have to wait much longer for the latest and greatest from TaylorMade Golf. The launch of the 2012 golf club equipment products is February 3, and the two Las Vegas Golf and Tennis locations will be a part of the promotions. The R11S is the extension of the wildly successful R11 "white collection" in 2011, and the RocketBallz woods will share center stage with the R11S series. --By Brian Hurlburt
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Las Vegas PGA Tour Star Ryan Moore Has Best Putting Round of Life at Humana Challenge

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:00:37 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 21, 2012)--Las Vegas PGA Tour star Ryan Moore won everything in amateur golf during a magical 2004 season while playing at UNLV. While his pro career to this point hasn't been quite as magical, he still has had plenty of success including a PGA Tour victory. And the 2012 season is off to a decent start for Moore, especially after a scorchinig putter helped him fire a second-round 61 at the Humana Challenge with new caddie Tony Navarr...

PGA of America Pros Play Free With This Las Vegas Tee Times Deal

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 01:26:55 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 19, 2012)--You know you have found a website with a lot of Las Vegas golf deals for ALL--including free for PGA of America pros--for Las Vegas tee times and Las Vegas golf packages when they rotate with every click of a button. Such is the case when you visit the official website of Las Vegas' Bali Hai Golf Club, a course located directly in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. There you will find plenty of enticements to play golf in Las Vegas. Click now to fi...

Official PGA Tour Humana Challenge Betting Report: Mickelson Debuts and Is Favorite

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:17:26 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 18, 2012)--The PGA Tour is back on the mainland after two weeks in Hawaii. And the playing of the Humana Challenge in La Quinta, California, is bringing out some big names. And most of them are near the top of the Las Vegas golf betting odds. Phil Mickelson opened at 15/1 to win along with Matt Kuchar as the co-betting favorites. --By Brian Hurlburt, Odds by Jeff Sherman.

Newest PGA Tour Star To Work With Butch Harmon is Gary Woodland

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:50:13 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 16, 2012)--Gary Woodland made his debut in Las Vegas at the Wendy's 3-Tour Challenge late in 2011. The event is annually played in November at Las Vegas golf course Rio Secco Golf Club, which is also the home course of the Butch Harmon School of Golf. Woodland possibly killed a couple birds with one Titleist, so to speak, as he played in the benefit event and the seeds of a new partnership with Harmon might have been planted. --By Brian Hurlburt.
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NFL Super Bowl Golf: These Las Vegas Golf Courses Lower Rates For Big Weekend

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 16:46:48 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 15, 2012)--It is common place for Las Vegas hotels and Las Vegas golf courses to up their rates for busy weekends in Las Vegas. Basically the theory of supply and demand is in effect. However, the management of three Las Vegas golf courses--that make up the Golf Summerlin trifecta--are lowering their rates and offering Super Rates for Super Bowl weekend (Feb. 4-5). Rates for the 18-hole Highland Falls and Palm Valley are $45 while it is $35 at the executive Eagl...

Former Marine Highlights Las Vegas PGA of America Golf Professional Award Honorees

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:24:23 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 13, 2012)--The annual Southern Nevada Chapter, Southwest Section PGA of America Awards ceremony was held January 10 on the campus of UNLV, home of a very successful Professional Golf Management program. One of the evening highlights came when former United States Marine Thom Blinkinsop was honored as the 2011 Golf Professional of the Year. Blinkinsop is the general manager of Red Rock Country Club and Siena Golf Club, and oversees 54 holes of Las Vegas golf...

Las Vegas Golf Course Cascata Earns Best Conditions Award From Golf Community

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:35:24 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 12, 2012)--It's nothing new for the Rees Jones-designed Las Vegas resort course Cascata to win an award. The latest award for Cascata--which once received a rating of 29 out of 30 from ZAGAT--is the "Best Playing Conditions in Southern Nevada in 2011" from GreensKeeper.org, a large community driven golf website. Cascata is owned by Caesars Entertainment. --By Brian Hurlburt.

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Las Vegas PGA of America Pro Chris Cain Earns Prestigious Honor

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 20:47:24 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 11, 2012)--Chris Cain will become the first PGA of America professional from the Southern Nevada Chapter to be named Southwest Section PGA of America Professional of the Year. The honor will be officially bestowed opon him on January 13 at a ceremony in Arizona. Cain, who is the director of the Professional Golf Management program at UNLV, was also named the 2010 Golf Professional of the Year at the chapter level. --By Brian Hurlburt (with press release).
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Official 2012 Sony Open PGA Tour Betting Odds: Sticker Favorite But Experts Say Bet Recent Form

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 23:36:42 +0100

Las Vegas, Nevada (January 11, 2012)--The official full-field PGA Tour season is underway with the playing of the Sony Open in Hawaii this weekend. Steve Stricker opened at 7/1 and is the favorite to win followed by Webb Simpson at 10/1. Las Vegas Golf Region resident Kevin Na opened at 25/1 in the official betting odds from Las Vegas' GolfOdds.com, the PGA Tour betting experts.--By Brian Hurlburt, Odds by Jeff Sherman.