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May 19, 2009
CHANGES AND ADDITIONS AT THE PAYNE STEWART GOLF CLUB
A new Director of Golf and the Opening of the Back Nine Holes!
The Payne Stewart Golf Club, managed by Hilton Golf named TJ Baggett as Director of Golf in early spring of this year. TJ has more then 20 years experience working in golf management positions at award-winning golf clubs in Virginia, Arizona, California and the Bahamas. In addition to managing golf operations and staff, TJ has organized and managed hundreds of golf events, including professional and celebrity tournaments and expects to host many for the Payne Stewart Golf Club. Mr. Baggett also developed and operated the largest junior golf program in Virginia, hosting more than 150 kids each summer. One of his passions is teaching the game of golf, conducting hundreds of private lessons at his previous courses.
"I'm very excited to have the opportunity to come to Branson, which is quickly gaining popularity as a great golf destination," said Baggett. "The Payne Stewart Golf Club is an extraordinarily beautiful facility, and a worthy tribute to one of golf's most admired players."
On the heels of joining the Payne Stewart Golf Club, TJ had to quickly prepare the course and his new team for the opening of the back nine holes which opened on May 7th.
The course, is located in the picturesque Ozark Mountains surrounding Branson, and offers golfers a one of a kind golfing experience. Playing at 7,324 yards, this championship course challenges even the most advanced players. The Payne Stewart Golf Club is a tribute course honoring the life and legacy of golf legend, Payne Stewart. The natural terrain and scenic Ozark beauty takes the golfer through a series of Payne Stewart memories, with each hole marked with a plaque that tells a story about Stewart's life and career. The first 9 holes of the course – 1-8 and 18 opened for play in September 2008. The Grand Opening celebration for the entire course is scheduled for June 6th.
Many tournaments have already been scheduled at the Payne Stewart Golf Club. Three will be hosted by the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame. A fourth charity event will be hosted by Vince Gill and Woody (Jim Woodward). The charity Pro-Am Tournament event is scheduled for August 9 and will raise money for the Center for Women's Health at Skaggs Hospital in Branson. Jim Woodward was a long time friend of Payne Stewart.
For more information, go to www.paynestewartgolfclub.com for a visual tour or to make a golf reservation or call 417-337-2963.
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