Congrats to Seo for her 1st LPGA title at La Costa Golf Resort & Spa!
Sponsor's exemption Hee Kyung Seo won her first LPGA event Sunday when she shot a 12-under 276 to win the inaugural KIA Classic Presented by J Golf by a resounding six shots over Inbee Park.
She did it! Hee Kyung Seo shot a two under on Sunday for a final 12-under to beat out Michelle Wie and the rest of the LPGA field this past weekend at one of San Diego’s premier Golf Resorts, La Costa Resort & Spa. This was only Seo’s 8th tour start.
“It is amazing. I had only dreamed about this, but it came true,” said Seo, who earned $255,000 US for the win. “I just feel so good and happy. I really appreciate J Golf and Kia giving me this great opportunity to play here [La Costa].”
Michelle Wie closed within 4 strokes of Seo after a birdie on the 8th hole, but was later hit with a penalty for grounding her club in a hazard which ended up costing her almost $90,000 in winnings. Wie ended her round even-par on Sunday for a final 4-under for the tournament.
Four years removed from hosting a professional golf tournament, La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad is back in the national sporting spotlight. La Costa has hosted plenty of professional golf events in its time, including the CBS Golf Classic in 1965 and the Haig Scotch Mixed Foursome Championship from 1965-1967. Then came its longest-running tournament that attracted the PGA Tour’s best from 1969-1998, known first as the Tournament of Champions and later as the Mercedes Championship. The Accenture event graced its fairways from 1999-2006 before moving to Tucson, AZ.
“I’m very excited about the LPGA returning to the San Diego area for the Kia Classic presented by J Golf,” says Paula Creamer, who finished ninth on the tour’s money list in 2009. “J Golf has made a tremendous commitment to women’s golf with this event, and with their support, and a spectacular host site like La Costa Resort and Spa, this tournament promises to be world-class in every way. 2010 is going to be an exciting year for the LPGA and we’re all thrilled that it will get started in the San Diego area!”
To book your next round of golf at La Costa Resort & Spa, click here. Use promo code KIA and we’ll take $10 off per person (no limit).
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KIA CLASSIC Presented by J Golf
The LPGA announces that Kia Motors America will be title sponsor for the inaugural KIA CLASSIC Presented by J Golf to take place March 22-28 at La Costa Resort & Spa in San Diego (Carlsbad), California.
Non-Stop Golf Action Awaits at the LPGA Tour
Date: 3/22 – 3/28/10
Take a short trip to San Diego for an exclusive golf getaway during the Kia Classic Presented by J Golf, which kicks off its 60th Anniversary Season with its first mainland U.S. tournament at La Costa Resort & Spa. The top-20 ranked players and a full field of 144 LPGA professionals will showcase the best golfers in the world competing for a $1.7 million purse. In between catching the golfing highlights, take advantage of the resort’s spa services and the beauty of the beaches and scenery in Carlsbad.
One of San Diego’s most famous golf courses, La Costa Resort and Spa is a must for golf enthusiasts visiting San Diego. It’s been said that the best thing about playing this San Diego golf course is that you can measure your performance against the best players in the world. When you walk the fairways at La Costa Resort and Spa you are walking the same fairways that the legends of the game have walked for over 30 years. La Costa has been the host to the PGA’s World Golf Championships – Accenture Match Play Championship.
To play La Costa is a dream come true. The two PGA Championship 18-hole golf courses (north and south) are both beautiful and traditional in design. These 2 golf courses challenge golfers’ shot-making ability, both off the tee and around the greens. Four sets of tees provide a golf course length for all players and abilities to enjoy. At La Costa Resort and Spa, your golf experience will be a memorable one!
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ABOUT SHOWTIME GOLF
Showtime Golf is a complimentary golf service offering both tee-times and tournaments at the finest Las Vegas, Palm Springs, Phoenix and San Diego championship golf courses. Use Showtime Golf’s free service to book online now or call toll-free at (866) 661-2334 to speak to someone live about booking golf reservations at La Costa Resort & Spa.
Special at La Costa Resort & Spa Golf Club – Aug. 29th – Aug. 31st
Reserve your tee times today at the famous La Costa Resort & Spa Golf Club in Carlsbad, CA and Showtime Golf will honor the weekday pricing for all tee times made for the following dates: Friday, August 29th, Saturday, August 30th, and Sunday, August 31st. We will also throw in a FREE GOLF CLUB certificate per player, which has a $100 value!
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One of San Diego’s most famous golf courses, La Costa Resort & Spa is a must for golf enthusiasts visiting San Diego. It’s been said that the best thing about playing this San Diego golf course is that you can measure your performance against the best players in the world. When you walk the fairways at La Costa Resort and Spa you are walking the same fairways that the legends of the game have walked for over 30 years. La Costa has been the host of the World Golf Championships – Accenture Match Play Championship for the past several years in San Diego.
To play La Costa is a dream come true. The two PGA Championship 18-hole golf courses (north and south) are both beautiful and traditional in design. These 2 golf courses challenge golfers’ shot-making ability, both off the tee and around the greens. Four sets of tees provide a golf course length for all players and abilities to enjoy. At La Costa Resort & Spa, your golf experience will be a memorable one! Use our free service to book online now! Please call us toll-free at (866) 661-2334 to book “same day” reservations at La Costa Resort & Spa.
Cancellation Policy: 48 hours.
A pledge from the Head Golf Professional at CrossCreek
Come See for Yourself why Golfers are Calling CrossCreek the “Best Conditioned Course in the Temecula Valley”
We just received word from CrossCreek’s Head Golf Professional Tim Gardner, that he’ll credit you back your green fee plus $10 if you don’t think CrossCreek is in great shape.
Here is his pledge:
“I can’t begin to tell you how many golfers have stopped me in my tracks this month just to tell me what great condition the golf course is in, and you know what? They’re right!
But don’t take my word for it. Let me help you prove it to yourself when you play CrossCreek through October 31st, 2005. If you don’t agree that CrossCreek is in great condition, I’ll refund your green fee and give you $10 out of my wallet just for wasting your time!
Play CrossCreek now! One of the best golf courses in San Diego!
Showtime Golf Presents La Costa Golf Course
Showtime Golf specializes in delivering unparalleled access and service to the legions of dedicated golfers who count on Showtime Golf to book their play. Whether you’re lucky enough to live in the San Diego area, or just get to visit from time to time, Showtime Golf will help you tee off at some of the country’s most gorgeous and famous courses. Browse www.showtimegolf.com/sandiego/ to book your San Diego tee-times online right now.
It doesn’t get much better than La Costa. This luxury resort and spa boasts two PGA championship courses and jaw-dropping ocean views. The World Golf Championships–Accenture Match Play Championship makes its home at La Costa, where the top 64 golfers duke it out in single-elimination seeded play each year.
The North Course at La Costa is home to punishing deep-water hazards and seemingly omnipresent bunkers. The South Course offers greener pastures–at least visually–with lush, tree-lined fairways and four final holes that are the stuff of legend to professional golfers. Course architect Dick Wilson has crafted two works of art that draw the pros to La Costa even when they’re off the clock.
Showtime Golf can get you into La Costa, Torrey Pines or any of the stunning courses that call the San Diego area home. For a quick round or a corporate tournament, Showtime Golf is one-stop shopping for all your golf planning needs. Better still, it’s free. Book your tee-time at www.showtimegolf.com/sandiego/ and call us at (866) 661-2334 with any questions.
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