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GARY PLAYER LOOKS TO PREPARE FUTURE GENERATIONS FOR SUCCESS

Apr 29, 2013 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Gary Player lends advice to the 14 year-old golfing sensation Tianlang Guan following his record-setting Masters performance. As the International Ambassador of Golf, Gary Player has traveled the world looking to spread his love for the game of golf. … Read More »

GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL SERIES KICKS OFF 30TH ANNIVERSARY YEAR WITH SUCCESSFUL EVENT IN AUGUSTA, GA

Apr 17, 2013 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Posting an impressive 17 under par, the GPI in Augusta winners included Hercules actor Kevin Sorbo, Brad Bylenga, Ron Rasmussen, Rick Erwin, and Rick Phillips. Following a thrilling week at The Masters, the Gary Player Invitational Series continued its… Read More »

THE BLACK KNIGHT GEARS UP FOR HIS 56TH MASTERS & GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL

Mar 20, 2013 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

It will be a busy week for the Black Knight when he arrives in Augusta this April for his 56th Masters Tournament.  As the golf world converges on the American mecca of golf, Gary Player will take on roles of past champion, global spokesman, golfing… Read More »

THE PLAYER FOUNDATION REACHES 30 YEAR MILESTONE

Jan 16, 2013 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

Gary Player credits the ability to give back to those who are less fortunate as the greatest benefit of his 60 year golfing career.  The Player Foundation reached its 30th anniversary in 2013, and the successes of the golfing icon’s philanthropic… Read More »

BLACK KNIGHT THRILLED BY SUPPORT FOR GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL SERIES

Nov 30, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The Gary Player Invitational, presented by Coca-Cola, at the Zimbali Coastal Resort from 23-25 November 2012 drew the curtain on one of the most successful seasons in the history of the Gary Player Invitational Series, hosted by South Africa’s legendary… Read More »

VICTORY FOR TEAM CLARK IN GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL

Nov 28, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Tim Clark credits the Gary Player Invitational, presented by Coca-Cola, for being the start of his professional success. So it was only right that in his first appearance in a South African tournament in two years, Clark should lead his team to glory… Read More »

CELEBS APPLAUD GARY: WHAT A PLAYER!

Nov 27, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Celebrities participating in the Gary Player International, presented by Coca-Cola, at Zimbali Country Club, have heaped praise on the South African golfing legend for his ambitious charity drives. This year the annual charity event have the Wildlands… Read More »

GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL RAISES RECORD FUNDS FOR CHARITY

Nov 27, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The Gary Player Invitational, presented by Coca-Cola, charity auction drew an unprecedented response from the golfers, celebrities and business executives taking part this year when a record of over R4 million was raised. This is by far the biggest contribution… Read More »

GARY PLAYER VISITS OSINDISWENI TO APPLAUD THE EXCEPTIONAL WORK OF WILDLANDS’ GREEN-PRENEURS

Nov 26, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

Golfing great Gary Player, Liverpool legend Kenny Dalglish and singer Brian McFadden visited the impoverished Osindisweni community in KwaZulu-Natal yesterday, to reward the efforts of community Green-preneurs. Green-preneurs are community members that… Read More »

LITTLE ADDS A LOT TO GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL

Nov 20, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

South Africa’s only female Major winner, Sally Little, will join a strong line-up of professionals who will compete in the 13th Gary Player Invitational, presented by Coca-Cola, at the Zimbali Country Club in KwaZulu-Natal from Thursday 22 November… Read More »

CLARK LOOKS TO GARY PLAYER FOR INSPIRATION

Nov 20, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Tim Clark will play his first tournament in South Africa in two years this week when he tees it up in the Gary Player Invitational, presented by Coca-Cola, at Zimbali Country Club. It’s a significant decision for Clark, who is looking to relaunch his… Read More »

FOOTBALL LEGENDS RALLY FOR CHARITY AT GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL

Nov 19, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Football legends Kenny Dalglish and Sir Ian Wright will join in South Africa’s biggest golf charity drive at the Gary Player Invitational, presented by Coca-Cola, at the Zimbali Country Club in KwaZulu-Natal from Thursday 22 November to Sunday 25 November… Read More »

AMERICAN STARS EVERHART, WAGNER JOIN CHARITY DRIVE AT GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL

Nov 16, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The Gary Player Invitational South Africa, presented by Coca-Cola, has attracted another glittering lineup of professional golfers, celebrities and top businessmen for this year’s tournament at the Zimbali Coastal Resort in KwaZulu-Natal from 22-25… Read More »

BMW JOINS GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL’S CHARITY DRIVE

Nov 12, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

BMW has increased its already significant presence in golf as a new sponsor of the Gary Player Invitational presented by Coca-Cola, which will be played at Zimbali Country Club in KwaZulu-Natal from 22-25 November in South Africa. “We are delighted… Read More »

GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL ANNOUNCES 2012 CHARITY BENEFICIARIES

Nov 09, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The Gary Player Invitational (GPI), South Africa’s premier charity sporting event having raised over R25 million for local charities, has announced that the KwaZulu-Natal based Wildlands Conservation Trust and Wings and Wishes are the two beneficiaries… Read More »

GLITTERING LINE-UP FOR GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL CHARITY GOLF EVENT AT THE FAIRMONT ZIMBALI RESORT

Nov 05, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The Gary Player Invitational (GPI) tees off at the Zimbali Country Club in KwaZulu-Natal for its 13th annual event from Thursday 22 November to Sunday 25 November 2012. Presented by Coca-Cola and hosted by Gary Player, the GPI format pairs major golf… Read More »

GARY PLAYER RECEIVES HIS BIGGEST BIRTHDAY WISH IN SHANGHAI, CHINA

Oct 31, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Gary Player celebrated his 77th birthday this week in the only way he knows how – by climbing on a plane, flying halfway around the world, and giving back to charity. The man known as The International Ambassador of Golf was the star attraction in his… Read More »

GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL TO TEE OFF IN SHANGHAI FOR ITS 6TH YEAR OF GIVING IN CHINA

Oct 25, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

The Gary Player Invitational series, “A Union of Golf and Giving,” will take to Shanghai next week for its annual event in China on October 29 – 30.  Proven to be one of China’s premier charity events, the Chinese Gary Player Invitational… Read More »

A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE, SPORT, AND PHILANTHROPY DEFINE ROLEX

Aug 30, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

Rolex has long been a name synonymous with excellence, and their unwavering commitment is distinctly evident by the caliber of stars the Swiss watchmaker is associated with as brand ambassadors.  Ranging from tennis great Roger Federer, British royal… Read More »

GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL CONTINUES SUCCESS AT THE WENTWORTH CLUB

Jul 24, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Black Knight International and The Player Foundation announced today that the European leg of the Gary Player Invitational (GPI) global charity series raised in excess of $220,000 USD. Held at the historic Wentworth Club and presented by Berenberg Bank,… Read More »

GARY PLAYER SET TO PRESENT NEW LORD’S TAVERNERS MINIBUS TO DISABLED STOURBRIDGE YOUNGSTERS

Jul 19, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

Nine time golf major championship winner, Gary Player will be on hand at Wentworth Golf Club to present a new specially adapted wheelchair minibus to Glasshouse College from Stourbridge on Monday 23 July. Glasshouse College is an independent specialist… Read More »

GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL RETURNS TO WENTWORTH CLUB FOR UNION OF GOLF AND GIVING

Jun 28, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Black Knight International, in conjunction with The Player Foundation, announced today the return of the Gary Player Invitational presented by Berenberg Bank to the historic Wentworth Club in Surrey, England. The event will be played on July 23rd on the… Read More »

Gary Player Invitational Contest Yields the Experience of a Lifetime

May 11, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

What started as a simple entry into a Facebook contest quickly turned into an experience of a lifetime for Brian Schamber, golf enthusiast and Los Alamos, New Mexico detective.  Schamber was the lucky winner of a gratis spot in the Gary Player Invitational… Read More »

The Gary Player Invitational at Augusta—An Excellent Start to Global Charity Series

Apr 30, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

It was hole-in-one number 28 for the Black Knight that stole the show on the golf course during the U.S. leg of the global Gary Player Invitational series, but it was the spirit of giving off the course that will leave a lasting impact.  Following… Read More »

The Gary Player Invitational at Augusta Continues Its Success

Apr 11, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

The Gary Player Invitational Series of global charity golf tournaments continued its success in the USA by raising nearly $300,000 to help fund underprivileged children’s education.  The event was held at Champions Retreat Golf Club in Augusta,… Read More »

Blair Atholl Community School visits the World of Golf

Jan 11, 2012 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

The Blair Atholl Community school was built by the Gary Player Foundation in 1983 with the aim of not only providing quality education to disadvantaged children from the region but also to take their experience beyond the walls of the classroom by providing… Read More »

Wildlands Conservation Trust Receives R1 Million Donation From Gary Player Invitational

Dec 21, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

Golfing legend Gary Player and Coca-Cola, the presenting sponsor of the Gary Player Invitational (GPI), recently visited the impoverished Buffelsdraai community in KwaZulu-Natal to announce an estimated R1 million donation to assist with the work of the… Read More »

What Is The Laureus Sport For Good Foundation?

Nov 30, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

“Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does. It speaks to youth in a language they understand. Sport can create hope where once there was only despair.” Nelson… Read More »

Two Weeks, Two Events, 20 Million For Charity

Nov 30, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

In the span of two short weeks the Gary Player Invitational charity golf tournaments in Shanghai, China and Durban, South Africa bucked the global economic downturn, raising nearly R20 million for at-risk children across the globe and pushing the total… Read More »

2011 Gary Player Invitational South Africa Scores Big For Charity

Nov 14, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The 2011 Gary Player Invitational in South Africa was a huge success raising over R2 million for underprivileged children in South Africa.  The event now in its 12th year brought together top professional golfers, celebrities and business leaders… Read More »

Cricket Great Pollock Scores Maiden Win In Gary Player Invitational

Nov 14, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Cricket great Shaun Pollock made a significant contribution to his already impressive trophy cabinet when he teamed up with businessman Wessel Witthuhn for a maiden victory in the prestigious Gary Player Invitational presented by Coca-Cola at the Zimbali… Read More »

South Africa’s Sports Minister Praises Gary Player

Nov 11, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

South Africa’s Minister of Sports and Recreation, Fikile Mbalula, has praised Gary Player as the country’s greatest sportsman and one of its finest ambassadors who “belongs in a league of his own”. Mbalula was due to address the assembled golfers,… Read More »

KZN Wildlands Conservation Trust Gets Boost From Coca-Cola and Gary Player Invitational

Nov 10, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

Golfing legend Gary Player was on hand today when Coca-Cola, the presenting sponsor of the Gary Player Invitational (GPI), visited the impoverished Buffelsdraai community in KwaZulu-Natal to announce an estimated R1 million donation to boost the work… Read More »

Coetzee Joins Stellar Field For Gary Player Invitational

Nov 07, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Rising star George Coetzee will join a strong cast of international golfers, sports stars and celebrities at the 12th edition of the Gary Player Invitational presented by Coca-Cola at the Zimbali Coastal Resort from 11-13 November 2011. The brawny Pretoria… Read More »

Dhupia Brings Bollywood Dazzle To Gary Player Invitational

Nov 04, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

(Zimbali Coastal Resort) - Bollywood diva and model Neha Dhupia will join an all-star line-up of top professional golfers, sports and entertainment celebrities, as well as a host of leading business executives for the 12th edition of the annual Gary Player… Read More »

Golf Meets Glamour at 2011 Gary Player Invitational

Nov 02, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

Four leggy fairway blondes will flank Gary Player when South Africa’s Grand Slam champion hosts the Gary Player Invitational presented by Coca-Cola from 10-13 November 2009. European Tour winners Lee-Anne Pace and Diana Luna, rising European Ladies… Read More »

Gary Player Invitational Raises Over $2 Million For AIDS Orphans In China

Nov 01, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The 2011 Gary Player Invitational in Shanghai, China was a rousing success raising over $2 million to help benefit children who have been affected by AIDS throughout China.  “It was absolutely fantastic and I could not have dreamed of a better… Read More »

Zimbali Geared For Gary Player Invitational Presented by Coca-Cola

Oct 31, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

There is a definite air of expectancy at the prestigious Zimbali Coastal Resort in KwaZulu-Natal as this premier coastal golfing destination grooms its operations ahead of the Gary Player Invitational presented by Coca-Cola. Following three years at The… Read More »

Legendary Champions Line Up For 12th Gary Player Invitational in South Africa

Oct 28, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The 12th Gary Player Invitational presented by Coca-Cola will feature one of the strongest Champions Tour line-ups in recent years, with two multiple Major winners and two European Ryder Cup captains in the field at the Zimbali Coastal Resort in KwaZulu-Natal… Read More »

THE GARY PLAYER INVITATIONAL – TWELVE YEARS OF GOLF, FUN AND CARING

Oct 27, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The Gary Player Invitational presented by Coca-Cola and hosted by the Black Knight will celebrate 12 years of making a difference in the lives of underprivileged children in South Africa when it tees off at the prestigious Zimbali Country Club in KwaZulu-Natal… Read More »

Zimbali Welcomes The 2011 Gary Player Invitational South Africa

Oct 04, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

This year’s Gary Player Invitational South Africa Pro-Am charity golf tournament is moving to the stunning Zimbali Coastal Resort on KwaZulu-Natal’s Dolphin Coast.  Situated on a one of the most beautiful coast lines in South Africa, Zimbali… Read More »

David Toms Named PGA Tour’s Payne Stewart Award Winner

Sep 21, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

On Tuesday the PGA Tour presented David Toms with the 2011 Payne Stewart Award, in honor of the three-time major champion who died in a plane crash on his way to the Tour Championship in 1999. The award is for a player who shares Stewart’s respect… Read More »

Emirates Announced as Title Sponsor of the Australian Open

Sep 14, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

The Australian Open has secured another key sponsor with the announcement that Emirates will partner with the championship as the new naming rights sponsor for the next three years. The sponsorship further solidifies Emirates’ commitment to taking a… Read More »

Gary Player Pledges To Help Black Golfers In South Africa

Aug 25, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

South African golfing great Gary Player has committed himself to helping the country’s black professional golfers do well globally.  The legendary Player has formed a partnership with Sports and Recreation Minister Fikile Mbalula to assist… Read More »

The Gary Player Invitational UK Continues Its Success

Aug 01, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The Gary Player Invitational charity golf tournament held at historic Wentworth Golf Club outside of London continued its success in raising funds for underprivileged children.  Monies raised from this year’s event benefitted The Player Foundation… Read More »

The World’s Most Traveled Athlete and The World’s Most Traveled Man Meet At GPI UK

Jul 14, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Grand Slam Winner, 18-Time Major Champion golfer and the World’s Most Traveled Athlete®, Gary Player will meet with Fred Finn, The World’s Most Traveled Man for the first time during the Gary Player Invitational charity golf tournament being held… Read More »

The Player Foundation and Golf Club Images Form Alliance

Jul 01, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

The Player Foundation and Golf Club Images (GCI) have joined forces to establish a program to give all of Gary Player Design’s golf course and real estate clients around the world an opportunity to update and improve their golf course photography. … Read More »

The Gary Player Invitational at Augusta - A Quiet Success

May 02, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

The U.S. leg of the Gary Player Invitational Series of charity golf tournaments held on April 10-11, 2011 at Champions Retreat Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia was a quiet success raising over $100,000 for at risk children in the USA.  This year’s… Read More »

Gary Player Invitational Charity Golf Tournament Set For 10-11 April in Augusta, Georgia

Mar 18, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Black Knight International, in conjunction with The Player Foundation, will host the US leg of the Gary Player Invitational Series of charity golf tournaments from 10-11 April, 2011 at Champions Retreat Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia.  This year’s… Read More »

Rugby Star Hugo Porta Wins Laureus Golf Challenge Hosted By Gary Player

Feb 07, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Hugo Porta, the Argentina rugby union player regarded as one of the best fly-halves ever to have played the game, proved he is as expert at wielding a golf club as he was catching and passing the oval ball when his team won the inaugural Laureus Golf… Read More »

Saadiyat Beach Classic Hosted By Gary Player Raises Dh 2 Million To Help Children

Jan 28, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The second annual Saadiyat Beach Classic hosted by Gary Player was a resounding success raising just under Dh 2 million ($ 545,000) for children in need and besting last year’s total of Dh 1.2 million ($327,000).  The monies raised go directly… Read More »

Students Benefit From Saadiyat Beach Classic Tournament Hosted By Gary Player

Jan 17, 2011 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

ABU DHABI // Sahdia Khurshid stands in front of the blackboard, her full attention on the dozen students seated around the table in her sunny classroom in Abu Dhabi Gate City. But this is no ordinary classroom, and these are no ordinary students.… Read More »

The Player Foundation raises over $20 million for charity in 2010

Dec 21, 2010 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

During the course of 2010, we are proud to have raised over $20 million dollars worldwide though our various events and activities. Below are some of the Player Foundation events from around the globe. Events hosted to raise money for charity in 2010:… Read More »

Gary Player Invitational Continues Its Success

Aug 04, 2010 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

Charitable giving has slowed down over the past few years due to the global economic downturn, but the support for the Gary Player Invitational Series of charitable golf tournaments remains strong.  Anchored by lead supporter Verizon Business this… Read More »

Gary Player Raises Significant Funds For Southern Alberta Institute of Urology

Jun 25, 2010 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Continuing with his torrid pace of travel Gary Player visited Calgary Canada on 21 June to help raise funds for The Southern Alberta Institute of Urology at the inaugural Kinnear Classic.  The event, formerly know as the Rockyview Invitational, was… Read More »

The Big Three Raise More Than $15 Million For Children In Need

Jun 09, 2010 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation | Comments: 1

BRISTOL, Va. — Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player individually remain big draws. Together they’re a mesmerizing trio on a golf course. The trio also knows how to harness that star power to raise money. They combined Tuesday to raise… Read More »

The Player Foundation Raises R 1 Million At The Berenberg Masters

May 04, 2010 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

On 26-28 of March The Links at Fancourt in George, South Africa played host to the first ever European Senior Tour sanctioned event, The Berenberg Masters.  Gary Player was the tournament’s official host and the field sported some of Europe and… Read More »

Coca-Cola China Wins Top Honors

Mar 10, 2010 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation | Comments: 1

Each year Coca-Cola recognizes one of its business units as the top performing unit in the world by awarding the company’s highest honor, the Woodruff Cup.  The 2009 prize went to the China Business Unit and President, Doug Jackson. Chairman and… Read More »

The Big Three Reunite To Help Chidren In Need

Feb 12, 2010 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL – Historic Mountain Mission School in Grundy, VA, which has sheltered and educated an estimated 20,000 needy children over its 87 years, will receive substantial support this year from a fundraising event featuring three of golf’s… Read More »

The Player Foundation makes a difference in 2009

Dec 22, 2009 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Although 2009 has been a tough economic year for just about everyone the spirit of helping needy children has not been diminished.  Over the course of 2009 The Player Foundation raised more than R 17.5 million and helped thousands of children across… Read More »

Gary Player Raises R 17.5 million for Underprivileged Children Around the World

Dec 02, 2009 | Filed Under: The Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The Gary Player Invitational series of charity golf tournaments held each year in Europe, China, South Africa and the United States have proven that even during a slow economy helping underprivileged children remains a priority. Proof positive of this… Read More »

Gary Player Sends Message of Support for the National Golf Club Challenge

Nov 18, 2009 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Gary Player is the latest high profile golfer to lend his support to the challenge and joins a host of players which include the likes of Ian Poulter, Oli Fisher, Nick Dougherty, Sam Torrance, Simon Dyson and Christie O Connor Jnr.  The National… Read More »

Gary Player Receives First Ever Asia Pacific Golf Humanitarian Accolade

Nov 04, 2009 | Filed Under: General NewsGolf Course DesignThe Player Foundation

On the closing evening of the most successful Asia Pacific Golf Summit, Gary Player became the first recipient of the Asia Pacific Golf Humanitarian Award in recognition for his decades of service and tireless efforts to provide education to underprivileged… Read More »

Artist Patrick Mavros Expands Partnership with The Player Foundation and Black Knight Shop

Nov 02, 2009 | Filed Under: General NewsThe Player Foundation

The Player Foundation and the Black Knight Shop are pleased to announce a new partnership with celebrated artist Patrick Mavros.  Mr. Mavros, a native Zimbabwean, is world renowned for hand-sculpting truly unique African themed jewelry, sculptures… Read More »

SAP Aligns with Player for the 2009 Gary Player Invitational

Oct 29, 2009 | Filed Under: The Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Market and technology leader in business software solutions, SAP, will be a partner sponsor at the Gary Player Invitational presented by Coca-Cola, in South Africa later this year. The sponsorship reinforces the brand’s alignment with golfing legend… Read More »

The Player Group Hosts The First Tee

Oct 22, 2009 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation | Comments: 1

Upon arrival the children were greeted by Design Divisional President Scott Ferrell and taken on a tour of the African inspired office.  With the myriad of trophies, memorabilia and photos, it wasn’t much of a challenge for the group to learn about… Read More »

The Links Upgrade Under Player’s Guidance Complete in Time for the 2009 Gary Player Invitational

Sep 03, 2009 | Filed Under: Golf Course DesignThe Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

The Links golf course at Fancourt has completed its highly successful upgrade and enhancements as the famed layout prepares to host the 2009 Gary Player Invitational presented by Coca-Cola, in November. The South African tournament of this global charity… Read More »

Archerfield Links Brings High Marks for GPI

Jul 28, 2009 | Filed Under: The Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments | Comments: 1

By Lewine Mair Gary Player and his wife, Vivienne, felt shivers down their spine when they arrived in Scotland for the recent Gary Player Invitational at Archerfield.  The shivers had nothing to do with the colder climbs but to the thrill of being… Read More »

Gary Player Invitational Welcomes AHEAD as Sponsor

Jul 08, 2009 | Filed Under: The Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

Black Knight International has had a relationship with AHEAD since 2004, and last year enjoyed sponsorship by the premier head wear company at two of the Gary Player Invitational’s charity golf events in the USA and South Africa. This year, in celebration… Read More »

Callaway Golf and The Player Foundation Donate over 3000 Golf Balls to the SAGDB

May 07, 2009 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation | Comments: 1

“Give us the equipment; we will do the rest,” says South African Golf Development Board members… Ruben Raubenheimer does not own a fancy set of golf clubs. Riaan Beukes does not retain membership in a swanky country club, but there is one goal these… Read More »

WSM Appointed to Manage the 2009 Gary Player Invitational in Scotland

Mar 31, 2009 | Filed Under: The Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

WSM Sponsorship has been successful in a three way pitch to run the Gary Player Invitational charity golf event which will this year take place in Scotland. The 2009 event will be hosted by both Archerfield Links and the Honourable Company of Edinburgh… Read More »

Gary Player Hit the Links with a Host of Hollywood Stars to Benefit Cancer Research

Feb 27, 2009 | Filed Under: The Player FoundationEvents & Tournaments

On February 2, 2009 Gary Player hosted the 2nd Annual Callaway Golf Foundation Challenge at the historic Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, California. The pro-celebrity charity golf tournament was established to benefit women’s cancer research initiatives… Read More »

Callaway Renews Global Sponsorship of Gary Player Invitational Series

Feb 27, 2009 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

For nearly ten years, Gary Player has enjoyed a relationship with Callaway Golf, both as a TOUR professional and host of several Callaway corporate events annually.  Player has also been a proud ambassador for the company, sporting the Callaway logo… Read More »

Goosen Joins Stars and Celebrities at the Gary Player Invitational at Fancourt

Nov 20, 2008 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Retief Goosen has included the Gary Player Invitational, presented by Coca-Cola, at Fancourt as one of only two tournaments he will play in South Africa this summer, and he joins an illustrious field of present and past champions in this pro-celebrity… Read More »

Coca-Cola Presents the 2008 GPI in Shanghai to raise funds for AIDS-impacted Children in China

Nov 05, 2008 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

On November 3, 2008 Coca-Cola (China) Beverages Limited presented the 2008 Gary Player Invitational in Shanghai, a charity golf tournament focused on raising funds for the Chinese Foundation for the Prevention of STD and AIDS in direct support of the… Read More »

Watch the Gary Player Invitational on The Golf Channel beginning Monday, October 20

Oct 13, 2008 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

The Gary Player Invitational presented by The Cliffs, brought together professional golfers, celebrities and special guests from around the world to raise awareness and funds for local children’s health.  It was three full days of friendship, laughter,… Read More »

Gary Player Invitational to be Staged at The Cliffs this Fall

Jul 01, 2008 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

After ten successful years in South Florida, the Gary Player Invitational charity event is moving to the Carolinas and will take place at The Cliffs, one of America’s premier collections of private residential communities.  As the title sponsor… Read More »

Gary Player to Participate in the 25th Annual BI-LO Charity Classic

Jun 02, 2008 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Player and BI-LO Charities join forces to raise money for children’s causes Gary Player and BI-LO Charities are sharing an important milestone; this is the 25th anniversary of the Gary Player Foundation, and it also happens to be the silver anniversary… Read More »

Left Speechless at Francis Ouimet Banquet

May 30, 2008 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

By Jim McCabe The Boston Globe May 22, 2008 Throughout his illustrious career, Gary Player never backed down from a challenge, even when it brought him up against the likes of Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus. But Monday night before a crowd of 1,400 inside… Read More »

Black Knight Responds to Children’s Fund

Nov 01, 2007 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

It has recently been announced that the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund has withdrawn as a beneficiary of the event hosted by Gary Player that was formerly known as the Nelson Mandela Invitational. In giving a reason for withdrawing, representatives… Read More »

Player Named 2007 Buoniconti Fund Legend

Oct 15, 2007 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Gary Player, Kelly Slater, John Elway and Magic Johnson were among the sports legends recognized at the 22nd Annual Great Sports Legends Dinner on Monday, September 17th at New York’s Waldorf Astoria Hotel. The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis… Read More »

Presidents Cup Captains Player and Nicklaus Help Raise Over $2 Million for Sick Children

Oct 03, 2007 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Golf Legends for Children, a unique charity event hosted by Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player, was held on October 1st at the Laval-sur-le-Lac Golf Club in Montreal following the Presidents Cup. The highly successful event raised $2,250,000 for Leucan, which… Read More »

Celebrities, Pro Golfers, and Businessmen Raise Over $200,000 for Charity

Aug 03, 2007 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

On Monday, July 30, 2007 over 100 personalities including celebrities, sports stars, philanthropists and corporate guests joined Gary Player in raising over $200,000 for disadvantaged children in South Africa and other poverty-stricken communities globally.… Read More »

Rolex Honors Golf’s Big Three in Geneva

Jul 31, 2007 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Golf’s Big Three - Arnold Palmer, Gary Player and Jack Nicklaus - celebrated perhaps the longest on-going commercial relationship in sports this week with a two-day visit to the home of Rolex watches, where they were honored by the managing director… Read More »

Gary Player Invitational at Wentworth to Benefit Impoverished Communities Worldwide

Jul 01, 2007 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Gary Player, on behalf of MaAfrika Tikkun and The Player Foundation, will host the Gary Player Invitational at Wentworth Club on July 30th 2007. This will be the 15th running of the event in the UK or Europe with the aim of raising funds for underprivileged… Read More »

Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player to Play Charity Match in Montreal for the Children of Leucan

May 16, 2007 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Golf legends and close friends Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player will extend their much-anticipated visit to Montreal by one day in order to make a very special appearance at Golf Legends for Children on Monday, October 1st, 2007, at the Laval-sur-le-Lac… Read More »

Michael Stich and NMI Guests Open Their Hearts and Wallets for Children

Nov 28, 2006 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Former Wimbledon champion, Michael Stich, stunned the audience during a live auction dinner at the 2006 Nelson Mandela Invitational at Arabella Country Estate when he donated $500,000 to the charity event. Stich and his business partners were among several… Read More »

Gary Player and Sunshine Tour Break Ground with New Coca-Cola Charity Championship

Sep 21, 2006 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

The Sunshine Tour, Coca-Cola and Gary Player have inked a landmark three-year agreement for a new limited-field event aimed at providing a competitive platform for the 30 leading professionals at the culmination of the Sunshine Tour’s Winter Swing.… Read More »

Player’s Charity Events Continue to Aid Needy Children in all Four Corners of the Globe

Aug 15, 2006 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

The Gary Player Invitational was recently held at the Wentworth Club near London. Raising some $250,000 for The Player Foundation, the event featured some of the biggest celebrity names in the UK like Michael Stich, Ian Wright, Jamie Redknapp, Jerry Guscott,… Read More »

2006 Gary Player Invitational: Stars and Businesses Unite for Record Event

Jul 26, 2006 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

An impressive line-up of celebrities and businesses joined all-time legend Gary Player, on Sunday 23rd and Monday 24th July at Wentworth Club for one of the most successful charity golf events in recent history. On Sunday night guests enjoyed fine wine,… Read More »

Leading Businesses and Celebrities Continue Their Support for the Gary Player Invitational

Jun 22, 2006 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Callaway Golf, the world-renowned Boschendal wine company, luxury fashion brand Pringle of Scotland and leading law firm Davenport Lyons, have all renewed their sponsorship commitments of the Gary Player Invitational presented by Coca-Cola. This year’s… Read More »

Gary Player Presents a Check to Pleasant City Elementary School

Jun 15, 2006 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

The cafeteria echoed with screams of excitement and applause when Gary Player presented a check to the Principal of Pleasant City Elementary School in West Palm Beach last month. It was an encouraging ending to the school year, as $50,000.00 will go a… Read More »

Tim Clarks Helps Bring True Meaning to the Nelson Mandela Invitational

May 24, 2006 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

The true intention of the Nelson Mandela Invitational presented by Coca-Cola and hosted by Gary Player was realised as 2006 Masters Runner-Up, Tim Clark, paid a visit to Chevonne Adams - a little girl who benefited from a cochlear implant as a result… Read More »

Gary Player Invitational Returns to Wentworth

Apr 27, 2006 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

On Monday 24th July, 2006, an all-star line-up, consisting of top professional golfers and other sports and entertainment celebrities, will join golfing legend Gary Player, as well as a host of leading business executives, at Wentworth Club for this year’s… Read More »

Gary Player: A Champion of Charity

Apr 01, 2006 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Gary Player is one of the undisputed great humanitarians of the game of golf. Having just eclipsed its 10th year, the Gary Player Invitational charity golf event has raised over $5 million to support education initiatives for underprivileged children.… Read More »

Player, Goosen, and a Host of Celebrities Teed It Up at the 10th Annual Gary Player Invitational

Mar 16, 2006 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

This year’s Gary Player Invitational, which took place in Miami Beach on March 6th and 7th, was a truly special event in so many ways… Not only was it the 10th anniversary of this glamorous gathering of “golf and giving,” but the… Read More »

Gary Player Invitational Moves to Miami Beach in Celebration of its 10th Anniversary

Feb 01, 2006 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Each year a field of pro golfers, top businessmen and celebrities from the sports & entertainment industries come together in South Florida for the annual Gary Player Invitational - a prestigious charitable golf tournament which raises funds for underprivileged… Read More »

Underprivileged Children Were the Real Winners at this Year’s Nelson Mandela Invitational

Nov 30, 2005 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

Team captain and Executive Director of Coca-Cola South Africa Alex Maditsi tipped his team to win before play got underway in the 2005 Nelson Mandela Invitational presented by Coca-Cola. And his prediction was spot-on, as Maditsi guided teammates Gary… Read More »

Charities Set to Benefit Hugely for the 6th Consecutive Year at the Nelson Mandela Invitational

Aug 09, 2005 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation

And ‘The Goose’ joins the field of professional golfers… In a media briefing held on Monday, August 8th at the Arabella Country Estate, South Africa’s Sportsman of the 20th Century and tournament host Gary Player announced another… Read More »

Blair Atholl Developer to Build Two New Schools for Underprivileged Children

Jul 29, 2005 | Filed Under: The Player Foundation | Comments: 2

The Blair Atholl farm and former Player family estate has been the home of the Blair Atholl Primary and Nursery Schools for over 20 years, and with over 400 children from the local community attending the schools, the project has been a very successful… Read More »