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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois to sponsor free admission for military members and veterans at the Memorial Health Championship

The Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS announced that GAMEDAY presented by CEFCU will return to the tournament week lineup on Tuesday, July 13.

The Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS announced today that the 2021 tournament will be open to the public and tickets for the event, scheduled for July 15 – 18 at Panther Creek Country Club, are on sale now.

Memorial Health Championship presented by LRS returns to Panther Creek C.C. in July.

Volunteer Registration Opens April, 5th

The Lincoln Land Championship is excited to have 2 of the nation's most exciting collegiate golfers in the field.

The Lincoln Land Championship presented by LRS announced a new event for kids ages 8 – 17 held in conjunction with the 2018 tournament. CEFCU will present GAMEDAY on Tuesday afternoon at Panther Creek Country Club.

The Lincoln Land Championship presented by LRS announced today that 2018 Big Ten Player of the Year, Nick Hardy will compete via sponsor exemption into the tournament. “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with the University of Illinois and can’t wait to see Nick compete next month.” said Executive Director, Kate Peters. “We have had a terrific partnership with Coach Small and the men’s golf program since the inception of this tournament and we hope U of I fans will make plans to join us and support Nick next month.”

The Lincoln Land Championship presented by LRS announced today that over twenty organizations are signed up to participate in the 2018 Charity Chip-In program. The Charity Chip-In program allows participating not-for-profit organizations to raise money via the sale of general admission tickets to the tournament. One-hundred percent of the proceeds from each ticket sold via Charity Chip-In will go to the organization that is designated by the purchaser during the buying transaction. New in 2018, participating charitable organizations will have an opportunity to compete for additional funds with the top selling organization receiving an extra $500 courtesy of CMC Farms. Organizations interested in signing up to participate may do so until April 30th. For information on the program, and to sign-up as a participating charity, contact Tanya Cooper at (217) 670-2910

The Lincoln Land Championship presented by LRS announced today that Jake Erickson, a Springfield native and five-time Men’s City Tournament Champion will compete in the 2018 event via sponsor exemption into the tournament. “We are very excited to be able to extend an exemption to Jake for the 2018 tournament. Jake brings not only his tremendous talent to the table but will also give the home-town crowd a local favorite to root for at this year’s event.” said Executive Director, Kate Peters. “We know Jake has seen remarkable success at Panther Creek in the past and we are planning to see significant galleries in attendance to show their support.”

Lincoln Land Championship officials announced a new partnership with local business, Landmark Cadillac, to serve as Official Vehicle of the local tourney. As part of the agreement the shared VIP Hospitality area on the tournament’s finishing hole will be renamed the Landmark Cadillac Club and new packages for this area are available in 2018, including the ability to buy single passes by the day. “This is one of the best ways to enjoy the tournament, said Executive Director Kate Peters, “the Landmark Cadillac Club includes magnificent views of the 18th green, shaded seating with food and beverages included.”

The Lincoln Land Championship presented by LRS invites interested Not-ForProfit organizations to participate in the tournament’s Charity Chip In program. This program offers 501©3 Not-for-Profit organizations the opportunity to raise money via the sale of general admission tickets to the tournament.