This week marks the first “major” tournament on the LPGA tour and an exciting event that is a favorite of all owners of homes in Rancho Mirage: the Kraft Nabisco Championship. From April 1 through April 7, more than 100 of the biggest stars in women’s golf will compete for the coveted Dinah Shore Trophy at The Mission Hills Country Club in Rancho Mirage. If you’re in town for a vacation or to look at equestrian homes in the area, there is no better way to take a break that the entire family will enjoy.
This tournament promises to be an action-packed event. With a rich history dating back to 1972, this highly anticipated tournament will include participation from defending champion Sun Young Yoo, 2012 Player of the Year Stacy Lewis, and international gold stars such as Ai Miyazato, Paula Creamer, Natalie Gulbis, Inbee Park, Jiyai Shin, Lexi Thompson, Michele Wie, Na Yeon Choi, Suzann Pettersen and Yani Tseng.
The 42nd Annual Kraft Nabisco Championship pro am will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday. Participants will have the opportunity to play with LPGA stars, as well as an array of exciting celebrities, including Anthony Anderson, Graeme Baxter, Alice Cooper, Oscar de la Hoya, Greg Ellis, Thomas Gibson, Carmine Giovinazzo, Greg Itzin, Bruce Jenner, Vinnie Jones, George Lopez, Cheech Marin, Joe Mantegna, Ray Romano and Kiefer Sutherland, among others. Tickets are still available to participate.
Not only will this year’s winner be awarded the trophy and win a place in LPGA history, they’ll receive the famous white robe and thrill fans with the legendary leap into Poppie’s Pond.
Grandstands are located on the 1st tee, 9th green, 10th tee, 17th tee, and 18th green. There is no reserved seating at this tournament; seating is obtained on a first-come, first-serve basis.
If this event inspires you to browse real estate in this bucolic town, click here to view listings of homes in Rancho Mirage or equestrian homes in the area.
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