Arnold Palmer-designed TPC River’s Bend to Host LPGA Event in September
CINCINNATI (March 25, 10:30 a.m.) — The Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G announced today TPC River’s Bend will be the official host venue, welcoming 144 of the world’s best golfers this September 16-22 competing for a purse of $2 million.
“We are thrilled to partner with Arcis Golf to host the Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G at TPC River’s Bend,” said Emily Norell, Tournament Director. “With the course’s history of staging large-scale events and its championship layout, this promises to be a can’t miss stop on the LPGA Tour for players and fans alike.”
TPC River’s Bend, owned by Arcis Golf – the second largest owner and operator of private, resort and daily fee golf facilities in the United States – is no stranger to world-class golf. The Maineville, Ohio club hosted the PGA TOUR Champions Kroger Classic (2002-2004), the Korn Ferry Tour Chiquita Classic (2010-2015), and the EPSON Tour’s Prasco Charity Championship (2018, 2019, 2021). TPC River’s Bend, which opened in 2001, has been recognized by Golf Digest as among the Top 10 Best New Private Clubs in the U.S. and as one of Ohio’s “Best Courses by State.”
“We are so excited to showcase TPC River’s Bend on a global stage,” said Blake Walker, CEO and Founder, Arcis Golf. “We look forward to welcoming the LPGA Tour, partners, and fans this September.”
Additionally, Walker said, “Arcis Golf has a proven track record of supporting women’s golf and is committed to inclusion and growing interest and participation in the game.” In April, Arcis will host the first two rounds of the prestigious Augusta National Women’s Amateur at Champions Retreat Golf Club in Evans GA, and has a partnership with Lilia Vu, LPGA star and World No. 2, who serves as an Arcis brand ambassador.
“We are proud of what we have accomplished over the past two years and are excited to continue to partner with P&G and the LPGA to engage and empower women both on and off the golf course as we work to inspire hundreds of local Cincinnati women through the Game Changers platform,” said Kate Meyer, Kroger Health & Beauty Vice President.
“Kroger & P&G are thrilled to welcome the world-class athletes of the LPGA back to Cincinnati for the third year in a row and we can’t imagine a better host venue than TPC River’s Bend,” said Pat Cady, P&G Sales Senior Vice President.
More details about the tournament can be found by visiting the website at queencitylpga.com.
Ticket packages and volunteer opportunities will be available in the coming weeks.
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About the Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G
The Kroger Queen City Championship presented by P&G is owned and operated by Excel Sports Management, an industry-leading sports agency representing top-tier talent, blue-chip brands and marquee properties. Excel has twice won Sports Business Journal’s Best In Talent Representation and Management award, was named one of Front Office Sports’ Best Employers in Sports, and is consistently ranked as one of the most valuable sports agencies in the world by Forbes. Excel has been the operator of all nine versions of Capital One’s The Match and the LPGA’s Mizuho Americas Open. The agency has offices in New York, Miami, Los Angeles, Dallas, Chicago and London. For more information, visit excelsm.com.
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About Arcis Golf
Arcis Golf is a premier owner and operator of golf facilities and has a portfolio of nearly 70 public and private golf clubs in the United States. An industry leader, Arcis Golf continues to transform its portfolio of golf clubs into inclusive, lifestyle hubs with dynamic programming and unrivaled amenities that complement diverse playing experiences. Arcis Golf properties enhance the golf and country club lifestyle to a level of excellence designed to exceed the needs and expectations of family, friends, co-workers, and guests of all ages. The company is noted for innovative management, with a best-in-class leadership team that is reinventing the modern club experience. Headquarters: 8343 Douglas Avenue, Ste. 200, Dallas, TX 75225. Phone: (214) 722-6000. Website: arcisgolf.com.