Mission Hills Country Club was the host club for the Kraft Nabisco LPGA Pro-Am Golf Tournament on April 2nd and 3rd, Annika Sorenstam was the Celebrity LPGA Pro Hostess for the Pro-Am. Annika has retired from Professional Golf but returned for this Annual Event.
20 Celebrities were in the Amateur field. There was one LPGA pro on each team of Amateurs. Celebrities and Pros changed teams each day of the 2 day tournament. Some of the Celebrities playing this year were Boxing legend Oscar De La Hoya, Singers Josh Kelley and Michael Bolton, Shock Jock King Alice Cooper, Actors Ray Romano, Craig T. Nelson, Cheech Marin, Anthony Anderson, Sports stars Joe Theisman and Bruce Jenner plus so many other big name celebrities.
Tuesday and Wednesday are fan friendly days as cameras are brought in, Autographs are asked for and Photos with a Pro or Celebrity are allowed. LPGA pros are willing to sign hats, flags, photos etc. as they more relaxed than when they are trying to win the KNC Championship. This is also a time to follow the favorite Celebrity around the course. Its a chance to be close up one on one with a Pro or celebrity.
Fans can see everyone on the driving range or the putting greens. Its also a chance to be able to see the Dinah Shore Bronze Plaque and statue. Vendors are on hand for food and beverages for people attending. It’s a Fun Day for all.
