Tuesday Tip: Three Tips for Optimizing your Smoothie like a PGA TOUR Pro
As the host organization for the Quicken Loans National, TGR Live is responsible for providing players with healthy food choices at the golf course throughout tournament week. With PGA TOUR players becoming increasingly more health conscious, the smoothie station has become one of the most popular options. Whether a player is fueling up prior […]
TGR Learning Lab Tent Heads to Quicken Loans National
At the Quicken Loans National golf tournament, which benefits the Tiger Woods Foundation, children and families are encouraged to swing by the TGR Learning Lab Youth Activity Zone for some fun, engaging activities designed for young people of all ages. The TGR Learning Lab Youth Activity Zone will be easily accessed directly across from The Yard and the driving range.
Playing Unified at the Perfect Sense Pro-Am
Ben Deutsch has traveled the world, met with hundreds of corporate leaders and as a Coca-Cola Company executive represents one of the most valued brands in the world. The highlight of his career, however, came on Mon-day, June 20, 2016, at Congressional Country Club, as he took to the golf course with a unique collection […]
Full field announced 2017 Quicken Loans National
The 120-player field for next week’s Quicken Loans National was confirmed today. The 11th-annual Quicken Loans National is a 72-hole PGA TOUR event from June 29-July 2 at TPC Potomac in Potomac, Md.
STEM Studio D.C. – Educator Growth Through the Student Lens
On June 15-16, TGR EDU: Create delivered STEM Studio in Washington D.C., a free two-day professional learning experience in STEM education based on best practices in lesson design and inquiry-based learning from Tiger Woods Foundation curricula. Learn more from TGR EDU: Create’s director David Tong about how we’re working with educators to improve STEM learning for students everywhere.
Now Live: TGR EDU: Explore’s Following Nature’s Lead
Last week, TGR EDU: Explore launched its first digital module focused on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), Following Nature’s Lead, a 20-25-minute experience geared toward middle school students that is aligned with Next Generation Science Standards. Using this innovative tool, students will be given the opportunity to explore careers and engineering innovations through the lens of biomimicry.
Pepe by José Andrés highlights food and beverage options at the 2017 National
While attending the Quicken Loans National, you will find a wide array of culinary options ranging from sports classics to summertime favorites. Washington, D.C.’s, annual PGA TOUR event features something for every taste bud. The Yard will once again be the central spectator experience destination with premier views of 18 fairway and green, a giant […]
Rising stars and TOUR favorites highlight the 2017 field
Championship golf will be on full display at the 2017 Quicken Loans National at TPC Potomac. Highlighting the early commitments to the 2017 Quicken Loans National are nearly half of the top-30 players in this year’s FedExCup Playoff standings and 14 of the 27 winners on TOUR this season.
Disrupting the Gender Gap in Computer Science
We’re excited to introduce you to a STEM trailblazer, Kavya Kopparapu. At just 16 years old and a rising senior at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology in Washington, D.C., Kavya is on a mission to introduce more girls to STEM. Her nonprofit, GirlsComputingLeague, has allowed her to reach thousands of girls and speak at numerous distinguished STEM events across the country. During the Tiger Woods Foundation’s DC STEM Fair Teacher Semina, held in collaboration with the D.C STEM Network this past March, we had the opportunity to see Kavya in action as she co-led a professional development class with our instructor. Without a doubt, Kavya Kopparapu is one to watch—and we can’t see where she goes. Read on to hear from Kavya herself, watch her dynamic speech at the March for Science and learn more about her passion for STEM.
Building a Foundation Through STEM
For the past four years, the TGR Learning Lab satellite at Cristo Rey Philadelphia High School has served as a retreat from the drugs and crime that plagued Gregory Damas’ neighborhood. With plans to attend Villanova University in the fall, Gregory’s resilience and drive stand as an example for others dealing with similar obstacles. Read on to learn how Gregory’s experience with STEM helped build his foundation and has given him the tools necessary to pursue his goals and dreams.
Free with the price of admission
No matter what ticket you have for the 2017 Quicken Loans National, you can declare your day in a number of different ways. From watching all the exciting golf action at TPC Potomac to enjoying the open-to-the-public destinations, you’ll have to plan your day at the National to ensure you experience everything. To help plan […]
Tuesday Tip: Community Plays an Important Role in Planning a Successful Championship
Mike Antolini has significant experience planning and executing PGA TOUR tournaments as the VP of Championships for TGR Live. Prior to TGR Live, Mike oversaw our national golf championship as the Manager of the 2008 U.S. Open. In his experience leading this world renowned championship, he has taken away many lessons that can be applied daily, […]
Not the TPC Potomac of the past
After major renovations to restore the course to its original and natural state, TPC Avenel became TPC Potomac at Avenel Farms.
Unrelenting Champions Spotlight: Anshi & Alexis
At the Tiger Woods Foundation, we have the distinct honor of coming alongside incredibly bright and driven young people, and equipping them with the resources they need to achieve their definition of success. We call them our Unrelenting Champions. A fitting description because they tirelessly and relentlessly pursue their dreams, and achieve them. This month we’d like to introduce you to two such champions and Earl Woods Scholars, Anshi & Alexis.
Scholar Voices: Computer Science Bootcamp
In our latest Scholar Voices feature, we hear from Earl Woods Scholar Christopher Camacho, a rising sophomore majoring in computer engineering at Boston’s Tufts University. This summer, Christopher returns to his hometown of Santa Ana, California and brings with him his passion for computers and technology in hopes of providing much needed resources to his community and peers. Learn more about Christopher’s student-led computer science pilot program at his alma mater, Santa Ana High School, and how he hopes to introduce and engage more students in the field of STEM.
Tips for finding the perfect view at the Quicken Loans National
Getting around TPC Potomac could seem like a difficult task for the first-time tournament goer. But with a few tips and tricks, enjoying a round during the Quicken Loans National will be easier than ever.
TWF’s First Lawyer Headlines Tiger Jam
Our 19th annual Tiger Jam at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas was a weekend to remember. From an epic performance by Darius Rucker to star-studded guest appearances by supermodel Kate Upton, musician Kid Rock and many more, celebrities came out in full support of the Tiger Woods Foundation. In today’s post, we’re looking back at a special moment during the weekend—a moment that stands as a true reminder of why we do the work we do.
Youth activities and experiences highlight Quicken Loans National
Golf isn’t just a grownup’s game. At the 2017 Quicken Loans National, young fans will get a unique experience both on and off the course. There’s sure to be an activity for all ages at TPC Potomac this summer. No cost for entry! For kids 12 years old and younger, the Quicken Loans National offers […]
Introducing Paleo Tech
This summer TGR Learning Lab is hosting another group of students for our Summer Academy. We are excited to be offering a new class for upper elementary students called Paleo Tech. While other students will be working with today’s technology, the students in Paleo Tech will be working with some of the tools that got us where we are today.
Reserve the best seats in the house
Where will you be watching when the final pairings make their way to the closing holes during the 2017 Quicken Loans National? As TPC Potomac hosts the Quicken Loans National for the first time, the golf course will test the pros, leaving an action-packed finish on Sunday afternoon.