WELCOME TO THE BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP
Barracuda Championship Returns July 30 – August 5, 2018
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Ho Sung Choi, Golf’s Biggest Swing, Given Exemption to Barracuda Championship
RENO, Nev. (May 31, 2019) –Despite growing up 40 yards from the ocean and having a fisherman father and freediver mother, golf found Ho Sung Choi and hasn’t let go. The phenom out of South Korea, with golf’s most unique swing, will play at this year’s Barracuda Championship thanks to a sponsor exemption. “We are […]
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Alistair Docherty Wins Reno Open, Exemption to Barracuda Championship
RENO, Nev. (April 26, 2019) – Today, Alistair Docherty was awarded an exemption into the 2019 Barracuda Championship after winning this year’s Reno Open. The three-day tournament was held at Wolf Run Golf Club. “The course was exactly what we needed for this event,” said Mike O’Leary, Executive Director of the Golden State Golf Tour. “Conditions were good […]
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Longtime Barracuda Championship Volunteer Awarded Prestigious PGA TOUR “Volunteer of the Year”
RENO, Nev. (Dec. 7, 2018) – The 2018 PGA TOUR Volunteer of the Year award has been presented to Henry “Skip” Monge, a longtime Barracuda Championship volunteer. The award was announced on Dec. 6 at the PGA TOUR’s Tournament Meeting, which recognizes tournaments from across the nation. The PGA TOUR and Barracuda Championship will donate […]
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Barracuda Championship Week of Giving Returns Oct. 22-25
RENO, Nev. (Oct. 18, 2018) – For the fourth year in a row Barracuda Championship is dedicating a week to local charities. To date the tournament has donated more than $4 million. The Week of Giving, beginning Oct. 22 will recognize several area charities that have been key partners over the 20 years of tournament […]
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PGA TOUR player Andrew Putnam wins MetLife MatchUp fan vote, earning $750,000 for his chosen charity, College Golf Fellowship
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Florida– The PGA TOUR and MetLife, Inc., announced that Andrew Putnam won the 2018 MetLife MatchUp fan vote and the $750,000 prize for his charity of choice, the College Golf Fellowship. Putnam, who won his first PGA TOUR event the Barracuda Championship on August 5 – the same day that voting began […]
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Barracuda Championship Celebrates 20 Years in Reno
The area’s only PGA TOUR event returns July 30-Aug. 5 RENO, Nev. (July 20, 2018) –– With roughly 40,000 attendees over the four-day tournament, the Barracuda Championship has paved its way to becoming one of Reno’s core summer events. The PGA TOUR event is the only one of its kind in Northern Nevada and […]
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Barracuda Championship Awards Exemption to First University of Nevada Student in Tournament History
RENO, Nev. (June 8, 2018) – Grant Booth, recent graduate from the University of Nevada, Reno, was awarded an exemption to play in this year’s Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event set for July 30 – Aug. 5. This is the first exemption the tournament has extended to a University of Nevada player. “Grant’s career at Nevada […]
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Ben Hogan Award Winner Doug Ghim (amateur) Added to Barracuda Championship Field
RENO,Nev.(May 31, 2018) – Fresh off receiving the Ben Hogan Award as the nation’s top male collegiate golfer and his third place finish at NCAA Championships, University of Texas senior, Doug Ghim (a) has been granted a sponsor’s exemption to compete in the 2018 Barracuda Championship, July 30 – August 5 at Montrêux Golf & […]
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Pac-12 and University of Oregon Standout Norman Xiong (a) to Receive 2018 Barracuda Championship Exemption
RENO, Nev. (May 3, 2018) – The Barracuda Championship has a history of granting exemptions to players that go on to world-class careers on the PGA TOUR. In 2012, relatively unknown Patrick Reed received an exemption. Just last month he was slipping on the green jacket after capturing the Masters. In 2016, Jon Rahm was […]
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Barracuda Championship earns “Best Of” award at PGA TOUR Tournament Meetings
PGA TOUR event honored for “Best Ad Campaign/Promotional Idea” in 2017 PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FLORIDA – The Barracuda Championship (Reno, Nevada) was honored by the PGA TOUR at the TOUR’s Tournament Meetings on December 7, earning an award for “Best Ad Campaign/Promotional Idea” during the 2017 tournament at Montreux Golf & Country Club. “On behalf of […]
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Barracuda Championship to Match Champion Stroud’s Donation to Hurricane Harvey Relief
RENO, Nev. (August 30, 2017) –– The Barracuda Championship announced that it will match Chris Stroud’s $10,000 donation to the American Red Cross to support the millions of people affected by Hurricane Harvey. “The PGA TOUR has an initiative called Together, anything’s possible and that couldn’t be more true than what we are seeing from […]
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*2017 Pairings and Tee Times*
Pairings and Tee Times for the 19th annual Barracuda Championship can be found on the PGA TOUR website, direct link here: PGATour.com/tournaments/barracuda-championship/tee-times.html.
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Big Names and Big Fun Await at this Year’s Barracuda Championship
RENO, Nev. (July 27, 2017) –– As one of the most unique events on the PGA TOUR, running a Modified Stableford format, the Barracuda Championship draws some big names in golf. Initial player commitments are beginning to be released, and golf fans will be delighted to hear many household names on the slate for the […]
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Colonel Bryan McCoy to Speak at Annual Patriots’ Luncheon
Event to benefit the Veteran’s Guest House Tuesday, Aug. 1 Reno, Nev. (July 19, 2017)— Colonel Bryan McCoy, USMC (RET) will be in Reno, Nev. Tuesday, Aug. 1 to speak at Barracuda Championship’s annual Patriots’ Luncheon, which benefits the Veteran’s Guest House. The decorated Marine led his battalion through two combat tours in Operation Iraqi […]
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Two Ways to Give Back to The Community at this Year’s 19th Annual Barracuda Championship
The Tournament Returns to Montrêux July 31-Aug. 6 RENO, Nev. (June 29, 2017) – There are a couple ways to give back to the community while enjoying the outdoors in a beautiful setting this summer. This year the Barracuda Championship announced that volunteering is free of charge and the Birdies for Charity program is in […]
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Pac-12 All-Stars Wyndham Clark, Maverick McNealy Receive 2017 Barracuda Championship Expemptions
RENO, Nev. (June 13, 2017) – Awarding an exemption into a PGA TOUR event is not a decision that is made lightly. After research, talking with coaches and watching play, The Barracuda Championship has announce two more exemptions to the 2017 tournament field; University of Oregon’s Wyndham Clark and Stanford University’s Maverick McNealy. The top-rated […]
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Cody Blick Wins 2017 Reno Open and Barracuda Championship Exemption
RENO, Nev. (May 17, 2017) – Cody Blick wins the 2017 Reno Open and exemption to the Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event with a score of 24 in the Modified Stableford format tournament. The two-day tournament took place at Washoe Golf Course for the third year in a row after a nearly 70-year hiatus. “We […]
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Barracuda Announces Microsoft as Official Pro-Am Title Sponsor
RENO, Nev. (April 25, 2017) – Barracuda Championship, Northern Nevada’s only PGA TOUR event, has announced Microsoft as the title sponsor of the official Wednesday Pro-Am. Set for Aug. 2, the Pro-Am Sponsored by Microsoft gives amateur golfers the chance to play with a PGA TOUR professional competing at the Barracuda Championship during tournament week. […]
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Reno Open Gives Amateur Golfers Chance to Play with the Pros
Registration now open for May 16 – 17 Reno Open Tournament RENO, Nev. (April 11, 2017) – The rare chance to win exemption into a PGA TOUR event returns May 16-17 at the Reno Open. Registration is now open for the two-day, Modified Stableford format tournament held at Washoe Golf Course in Reno, Nev. which […]
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Each One Tell One named PGA TOUR Charity of the Year
Barracuda Championship’s charity beneficiary awarded $30,000 grant from PGA TOUR PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — The PGA TOUR announced today that Each One Tell One, a Reno-based non-profit beneficiary of the Barracuda Championship, has been named the 2016 PGA TOUR Charity of the Year. Through fundraising efforts, including an annual golf tournament, support and educational programs, […]
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Barracuda Championship Announces $50,000 Donation to The Discovery
RENO, Nev. (October 14, 2016) – At last night’s first Putt-Putt to Give-Give event held at The Discovery, Barracuda Championship announced one of the largest donations to a single organization to date. The $50,000 check was presented to The Discovery, which will be matched to equal $100,000. “Our community is what makes us and our […]
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*2016 Barracuda Championship Pairings and Tee Times*
Pairings and Tee Times for the 18th annual Barracuda Championship can be found on the PGA TOUR website, direct link here: PGATour.com/tournaments/barracuda-championship/tee-times.html.
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Barracuda Championship Will Donate $25,000 To Sky Tavern
RENO, Nev. (June 30, 2016) — The Barracuda Championship has announced Sky Tavern as the winner of their $25,000 Charity Facebook Contest. Sky Tavern will receive $25,000 thanks to the support of Barracuda Networks. The donation will be made on behalf of the 18thannual Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR champion. Sky Tavern, a local non-profit that runs […]
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The Open Qualifying Series Place at Greenbrier Classic Moved to Barracuda Championship
International Spotlight Shines on Reno PGA TOUR Event June 30-July 3 RENO, Nev. (June 27, 2016)—The Barracuda Championship, northern Nevada’s only PGA TOUR event, will see one of its players compete in golf’s original championship, The Open. The qualifying place for The 145th Open at Royal Troon that was on offer at the cancelled Greenbrier […]
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Barracuda Championship and Operation Backpack Team Up
Free Tournament Admission Offered with Donation July 2 Reno, Nev. (June 20, 2016) — Bring a new backpack to the 2016 Barracuda Championship Saturday, July 2 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and receive free entry that day. Donations will be accepted at the main entrance near the VIP shuttle area. “Being able to give […]
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Plenty of Action Off the Links at 2016 Barracuda Championship
PLENTY OF ACTION OFF THE LINKS AT 2016 BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP RENO, Nev. (June 15, 2016)—The 2016 Barracuda Championship is so much more than a golf tournament, with activities for spectators of all ages to enjoy, including the all-new Discovery at Barracuda Kids STEAM Zone, revamped Tito’s Terrace with bar games and live music and the […]
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The Discovery at Barracuda Presented by Circus Circus Kids Steam Zone Invites Children to Learn the Science of Golf
RENO, Nev. (June 6, 2016)– The Barracuda Championship is happy to announce The Discovery at Barracuda presented by Circus Circus Kids STEAM Zone, a brand-new 1,200 square-foot attraction just off the ninth fairway that will teach tournament goers all about the science of golf. The Discovery STEAM Zone is free to attend for all […]
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Scott Smith Wins 2016 Reno Open and Barracuda Championship Exemption
RENO, Nev. (May 18, 2016) – Local favorite Scott Smith from Fallon, Nev., wins the 2016 Reno Open and exemption to the Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event with a score of 25 in the Modified Stableford format. The two-day tournament took place at Washoe Golf Course for the second year in a row after a […]
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Barracuda Championship Brings Back Mixology at Montrêux Event
Seeking Local Bartenders for Competition on 19th Hole During the PGA TOUR Event Reno, Nev. (April 21, 2016)— The 2016 Barracuda Championship is bringing back Mixology at Montrêux, a craft cocktail competition that will feature five of Reno’s best bartenders shaking, stirring and serving up their signature libations on Saturday, July 2 from 3 to […]
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Barracuda Championship Now Accepting Applications for 18th Annual PGA TOUR Event
The Tournament will Return to Montrêux June 27-July 3 RENO, Nev. (March 31, 2016) – Golf fans have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the PGA TOUR as volunteers for the 18th annual Barracuda Championship, June 27 – July 3, 2016. As a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, the Barracuda Championship relies on more […]
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Registration is Now Open for the 2016 Barracuda Championship’s “Reno Open”
Tournament May 17 – 18 Gives Amateurs a Chance to Play with the Pros RENO, Nev. (March 21, 2016) – The Barracuda Championship is now accepting player entries for the Reno Open, scheduled for May 17-18, at Washoe Golf Course. The tournament offers professional and amateur golfers a chance to compete for an exemption into […]
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Barracuda Championship Chip in for Charity Fundraising Program Now Open
Discounted Tickets Now Available for Sale by Local Charity and School Organizations RENO, Nev. (March 2, 2016) – The Barracuda Championship and the Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation announce the return of Chip in for Charity, a fundraising program open to area non-profits, schools, teams, clubs and other affiliated organizations. Participants can now sell tickets to the […]
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Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation Awards $50,000 to Two Local Charities
RENO, Nev. (February 18, 2016) – With more than $3.2 million given to date, the Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation recently increased that total by $50,000. The nonprofit that oversees the annual Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event presented $25,000 checks to Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation and the Terry Lee Wells Discovery Museum. The checks were presented […]
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Jesse Haw Named President of Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation
RENO, Nev. (January 25, 2016) – The Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation, the non-profit that oversees the Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event, has named Jesse Haw president. Haw will take the position formerly held by John Sande III for more than 10 years. Since its inception in 1998, the Foundation has donated more than $3.2 million to […]
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Barracuda Championship Donates to Local Charities During Week of Giving
Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation Presented Checks to Eight Local Charities Between November 2 and 6 RENO, Nev. (November 9, 2015) – Last week Barracuda Championship staff volunteered their time and gave more than $67,000 to eight local charities during this year’s Week of Giving. The Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation, the nonprofit that oversees the annual Barracuda Championship […]
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Sunday, August 9, 2015 Pairing Sheet
2015 Barracuda Championship Montreux Golf & Country Club Final Round Pairings and Starting Times Sunday, August 9, 2015 TEE #1 7:55 Michael McCabe – Thousand Oaks, CA +4 +5 -9 0 8:03 Tim Petrovic – Austin, TX +11 +1 -2 +10 Dicky Pride – Tuscaloosa, AL +11 +2 -3 +10 8:12 Greg Chalmers – Sydney, Australia […]
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Saturday, August 8, 2015 Pairing Sheet
2015 Barracuda Championship Montreux Golf & Country Club Third Round Pairings and Starting Times Saturday, August 8, 2015 TEE #1 7:45 Kevin Streelman Wheaton, IL +2 +7 +9 John Chin Temecula, CA +4 +5 +9 7:55 Michael McCabe Thousand Oaks, CA +4 +5 +9 Josh Teater Lexington, KY +8 +1 +9 8:05 John Rollins Dallas, TX […]
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2015 BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP OFFERS MORE THAN GOLF AT REGION’S ONLY PGA TOUR EVENT
RENO, Nev. (July 30, 2015) – The 17th annual Barracuda Championship kicks off with the Eldorado Pro-Am Monday, August 3 at 1 p.m. followed by a week of fun events and top tier PGA TOUR competition. Here is what attendees can expect from this year’s PGA TOUR event: Eldorado Pro-Am Tournament – Monday, August 3 […]
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OLLIE SCHNIEDERJANS RECEIVES SPONSOR’S EXEMPTION TO 2015 BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP FIELD
RENO, Nev. (July 28, 2015) – The Barracuda Championship is excited to announce that rising PGA TOUR professional Ollie Schniederjans will receive a sponsor’s exemption for the 17th annual event held August 3-9, 2015. The Georgia Tech graduate is a three-time NCAA All-American golfer, who held the number one spot in WORLD AMATEUR GOLF RANKING™ […]
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EVEN MORE FUN TO BE HAD AT 2015 BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP WITH NEW MIXOLOGY AT MONTRÊUX EVENT
Shuttle Service, Food, Drinks, Games at Local Bartenders Competition on 19th Hole Reno, Nev. (July 28, 2015)— The 2015 Barracuda Championship introduces Mixology at Montrêux, a craft cocktail competition featuring five of Reno’s best bartenders shaking and stirring their signature libations on Saturday, August 8 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Coors Light 19th […]
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PAST CHAMPIONS AND PGA TOUR FAVORITES RETURN TO 2015 BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP FIELD
Player Commitments Include John Daly, Retief Goosen, Patrick Rodgers RENO, Nev. (July 22, 2015) – Less than two weeks away, the Barracuda Championship has announced the exciting addition of Jason Allred, John Daly, David Duval, Retief Goosen, Patrick Rodgers and David Toms to the 2015 tournament field. One thing each of the PGA TOUR professionals […]
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GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL TO THE PGA TOUR ACTION AT THE 2015 BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP AUG. 3-9
Volunteer Opportunities are Still Available for 17th Annual Event in Reno RENO, Nev. (July 20, 2015) – The 17th Annual Barracuda Championship is almost here, and golf fans still have the opportunity to get up close and personal as volunteers for the region’s only PGA TOUR event. To register, visit www.BarracudaChampionship.com or call 775-322-3900. As […]
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BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP TO HOST MEDIA DAY DURING ANNUAL PRO-AM TOURNAMENT AUGUST 3
Applications for Media Credentials Now Open for Aug. 3-9 Tournament & Events RENO, Nev. (July 13, 2015) – The 17th Annual Barracuda Championship is scheduled for August 3-9, 2015 at Montrêux Golf & Country Club in Reno, Nevada. All working media is invited to attend a media preview day during the PGA TOUR event’s Pro-Am […]
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Doctors Supporting Troops Returns to Barracuda Championship Giving Local Vets the Chance to Play with the Pros
Patriots Luncheon, Heroes Hangout and Birdies for the Brave Among Other Initiatives Reno, Nev. (June 1, 2015)— The 17th Annual Barracuda Championship and Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation welcome the return of the “Doctors Supporting Troops” program thanks to local physicians. Local doctors who have already signed up to participate include Dr. Daniel Rowan of EyeZone, Dr. […]
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John Chin Wins 2015 Reno Open and Barracuda Championship Exemption
RENO, Nev. (May 13, 2015) – Hailing from Temecula, Calif., John Chin wins the 2015 Reno Open and exemption to the Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event with a score of +17 in the Modified Stableford format. Yesterday’s leader Ben Fox and John Chin were tied after the 18th hole as Fox birdied and Chin eagled, […]
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RENO OPEN ROUND ONE RESULTS
Ben Fox in the Lead for Barracuda Championship Exemption RENO, Nev. (May 12, 2015) – Hailing from Sherman Oaks, Calif., Ben Fox leads the field after the first round of the reinstated Reno Open with a score of +11 in the Modified Stableford format. Tying for second place are John Chin from Temecula Calif. […]
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Barracuda Championship Now Accepting Applications for 17th Annual PGA TOUR Event Aug. 3-9
RENO, Nev. – Golf fans have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the PGA TOUR as volunteers for the 17th annual Barracuda Championship, August 3-9, 2015. As a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, the Barracuda Championship relies on more than 1,000 volunteers to help make the event a success, which also includes supporting other […]
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Registration for the 2015 Barracuda Championship’s “Reno Open” is Now Open
Tournament May 11-13 Gives Amateurs a Chance to Play with the Pros RENO, Nev. – The Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event is reviving the Reno Open, scheduled for May 11-13 after a 70-year hiatus. The two-part tournament, now accepting player entries, offers professional and amateur golfers a chance to compete for an exemption into the […]
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Seven-Time Women’s Long Drive Champion Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk Returns to Montrêux August 2
Sixth Annual Women’s Day at the Barracuda Championship Benefits Each One Tell One and The First Tee of Northern Nevada RENO, Nev. – With emcee Wendy Damonte and women’s golf legend, Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk, the Barracuda Championship is kicking-off the PGA TOUR event with Women’s Day, Sunday, August 2, 2015. Barrick Gold of North America […]
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The Barracuda Championship Roots for Meghan Paracuelles at Augusta
Drive, Chip & Putt Local Competition Winner Plays at the Championship at the PGA TOUR Masters RENO, Nev. (March 30, 2015) – Meghan Paracuelles is on her way to the 2015 Drive, Chip & Putt Championship at the Masters in Augusta, Georgia. Paracuelles was the winner of the seven to nine age division at the […]
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$5k Awarded to Veterans Guest House
RENO, Nev. (January 5, 2015) – While a non-profit organization itself, the Barracuda Championship has spent the last 16 years dedicated to helping other charities in the community, donating more than $3 million to date and gaining international attention for its partner charities. Each year, the PGA TOUR Charity of the Year recognizes charities nationwide […]
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Discounts for Early Registration
RENO, Nev. (November 18, 2014) – Golf fans have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the PGA TOUR as volunteers for the 17th annual Barracuda Championship, August 3-9, 2015. As a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, the Barracuda Championship, formerly known as the Reno-Tahoe Open, relies on hundreds of volunteers to help make the […]
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2 New Tournaments Added
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The Children’s Cabinet Has Special Opportunity
***MEDIA ALERT*** “INSIDE THE ROPES” BRINGS THE CHILDREN’S CABINET YOUTH UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL TO THE BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP WHO: The Children’s Cabinet “Inside the Ropes” during the 16th Annual Barracuda Championship. WHAT: As part of the Barracuda Championship’s efforts to reach out to the local community, 12 youth from The Children’s Cabinet get to walk […]
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The Children’s Cabinet Has Special Opportunity
***MEDIA ALERT*** “INSIDE THE ROPES” BRINGS THE CHILDREN’S CABINET YOUTH UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL TO THE BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP WHO: The Children’s Cabinet “Inside the Ropes” during the 16th Annual Barracuda Championship. WHAT: As part of the Barracuda Championship’s efforts to reach out to the local community, 12 youth from The Children’s Cabinet get to walk […]
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What You Need to Know
RENO, Nev. (July 29, 2014) – The 16th Barracuda Championship at Montrêux, the PGA TOUR’s only West Coast summer stop in 2014, will again offer a free shuttle opportunity for spectators as an effort to support the Food Bank of Northern Nevada (FBNN). As in years past, the shuttle from the public parking lot is […]
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Major Champs to Compete
GOOSEN, OGILVY JOIN BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP FIELD U.S. Open champions to compete in 16th annual tournament Reno, Nev. (July 22, 2014) – Barracuda Championship is pleased to announce the addition of Retief Goosen and Geoff Ogilvy, both seven-time PGA TOUR winners, to the 2014 field. Goosen is a two-time U.S. Open champion and holds memberships with […]
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Benefiting K9s For Warriors, Veterans Guest House
BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP SALUTES THE TROOPS WITH 5TH ANNUAL PATRIOTS’ LUNCHEON -Revamped program includes new location and Man’s Best Friend- RENO, Nev. (July 18, 2014) – Barracuda Championship will pay special tribute to our nation’s troops while raising money for the Veterans Guest House with the 5th annual Patriots’ Luncheon, Tuesday, July 29. For the first […]
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Barracuda Networks
Barracuda Becomes Title Sponsor for Reno-Tahoe Event 4-year deal brings unique charity aspect to Barracuda Championship Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., and Campbell, Calif. (July 9, 2014) – The PGA TOUR, the Reno- Tahoe Open Foundation and Barracuda Networks, Inc. (NYSE: CUDA), a leading provider of cloud-connected security and storage solutions, announced today a four-year agreement […]
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Father’s Day Perfect Gift
RENO, Nev. (June 9, 2014) – This Father’s Day thank Dad for everything he does with tickets to the 16th Annual Reno-Tahoe Open at Montrêux, July 28 through Aug. 3. With the purchase of a Good-Any-Day ticket you are guaranteeing that dad will have the opportunity to watch professional golfers up close as they take […]
Recent News
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Ho Sung Choi, Golf’s Biggest Swing, Given Exemption to Barracuda Championship
RENO, Nev. (May 31, 2019) –Despite growing up 40 yards from the ocean and having a fisherman father and freediver mother, golf found Ho Sung Choi and hasn’t let go. The phenom out of South Korea, with golf’s most unique swing, will play at this year’s Barracuda Championship thanks to a sponsor exemption. “We are […]
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Alistair Docherty Wins Reno Open, Exemption to Barracuda Championship
RENO, Nev. (April 26, 2019) – Today, Alistair Docherty was awarded an exemption into the 2019 Barracuda Championship after winning this year’s Reno Open. The three-day tournament was held at Wolf Run Golf Club. “The course was exactly what we needed for this event,” said Mike O’Leary, Executive Director of the Golden State Golf Tour. “Conditions were good […]
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Longtime Barracuda Championship Volunteer Awarded Prestigious PGA TOUR “Volunteer of the Year”
RENO, Nev. (Dec. 7, 2018) – The 2018 PGA TOUR Volunteer of the Year award has been presented to Henry “Skip” Monge, a longtime Barracuda Championship volunteer. The award was announced on Dec. 6 at the PGA TOUR’s Tournament Meeting, which recognizes tournaments from across the nation. The PGA TOUR and Barracuda Championship will donate […]
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Barracuda Championship Week of Giving Returns Oct. 22-25
RENO, Nev. (Oct. 18, 2018) – For the fourth year in a row Barracuda Championship is dedicating a week to local charities. To date the tournament has donated more than $4 million. The Week of Giving, beginning Oct. 22 will recognize several area charities that have been key partners over the 20 years of tournament […]
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PGA TOUR player Andrew Putnam wins MetLife MatchUp fan vote, earning $750,000 for his chosen charity, College Golf Fellowship
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Florida– The PGA TOUR and MetLife, Inc., announced that Andrew Putnam won the 2018 MetLife MatchUp fan vote and the $750,000 prize for his charity of choice, the College Golf Fellowship. Putnam, who won his first PGA TOUR event the Barracuda Championship on August 5 – the same day that voting began […]
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Barracuda Championship Celebrates 20 Years in Reno
The area’s only PGA TOUR event returns July 30-Aug. 5 RENO, Nev. (July 20, 2018) –– With roughly 40,000 attendees over the four-day tournament, the Barracuda Championship has paved its way to becoming one of Reno’s core summer events. The PGA TOUR event is the only one of its kind in Northern Nevada and […]
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Barracuda Championship Awards Exemption to First University of Nevada Student in Tournament History
RENO, Nev. (June 8, 2018) – Grant Booth, recent graduate from the University of Nevada, Reno, was awarded an exemption to play in this year’s Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event set for July 30 – Aug. 5. This is the first exemption the tournament has extended to a University of Nevada player. “Grant’s career at Nevada […]
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Ben Hogan Award Winner Doug Ghim (amateur) Added to Barracuda Championship Field
RENO,Nev.(May 31, 2018) – Fresh off receiving the Ben Hogan Award as the nation’s top male collegiate golfer and his third place finish at NCAA Championships, University of Texas senior, Doug Ghim (a) has been granted a sponsor’s exemption to compete in the 2018 Barracuda Championship, July 30 – August 5 at Montrêux Golf & […]
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Pac-12 and University of Oregon Standout Norman Xiong (a) to Receive 2018 Barracuda Championship Exemption
RENO, Nev. (May 3, 2018) – The Barracuda Championship has a history of granting exemptions to players that go on to world-class careers on the PGA TOUR. In 2012, relatively unknown Patrick Reed received an exemption. Just last month he was slipping on the green jacket after capturing the Masters. In 2016, Jon Rahm was […]
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Barracuda Championship earns “Best Of” award at PGA TOUR Tournament Meetings
PGA TOUR event honored for “Best Ad Campaign/Promotional Idea” in 2017 PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FLORIDA – The Barracuda Championship (Reno, Nevada) was honored by the PGA TOUR at the TOUR’s Tournament Meetings on December 7, earning an award for “Best Ad Campaign/Promotional Idea” during the 2017 tournament at Montreux Golf & Country Club. “On behalf of […]
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Barracuda Championship to Match Champion Stroud’s Donation to Hurricane Harvey Relief
RENO, Nev. (August 30, 2017) –– The Barracuda Championship announced that it will match Chris Stroud’s $10,000 donation to the American Red Cross to support the millions of people affected by Hurricane Harvey. “The PGA TOUR has an initiative called Together, anything’s possible and that couldn’t be more true than what we are seeing from […]
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*2017 Pairings and Tee Times*
Pairings and Tee Times for the 19th annual Barracuda Championship can be found on the PGA TOUR website, direct link here: PGATour.com/tournaments/barracuda-championship/tee-times.html.
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Big Names and Big Fun Await at this Year’s Barracuda Championship
RENO, Nev. (July 27, 2017) –– As one of the most unique events on the PGA TOUR, running a Modified Stableford format, the Barracuda Championship draws some big names in golf. Initial player commitments are beginning to be released, and golf fans will be delighted to hear many household names on the slate for the […]
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Colonel Bryan McCoy to Speak at Annual Patriots’ Luncheon
Event to benefit the Veteran’s Guest House Tuesday, Aug. 1 Reno, Nev. (July 19, 2017)— Colonel Bryan McCoy, USMC (RET) will be in Reno, Nev. Tuesday, Aug. 1 to speak at Barracuda Championship’s annual Patriots’ Luncheon, which benefits the Veteran’s Guest House. The decorated Marine led his battalion through two combat tours in Operation Iraqi […]
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Two Ways to Give Back to The Community at this Year’s 19th Annual Barracuda Championship
The Tournament Returns to Montrêux July 31-Aug. 6 RENO, Nev. (June 29, 2017) – There are a couple ways to give back to the community while enjoying the outdoors in a beautiful setting this summer. This year the Barracuda Championship announced that volunteering is free of charge and the Birdies for Charity program is in […]
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Pac-12 All-Stars Wyndham Clark, Maverick McNealy Receive 2017 Barracuda Championship Expemptions
RENO, Nev. (June 13, 2017) – Awarding an exemption into a PGA TOUR event is not a decision that is made lightly. After research, talking with coaches and watching play, The Barracuda Championship has announce two more exemptions to the 2017 tournament field; University of Oregon’s Wyndham Clark and Stanford University’s Maverick McNealy. The top-rated […]
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Cody Blick Wins 2017 Reno Open and Barracuda Championship Exemption
RENO, Nev. (May 17, 2017) – Cody Blick wins the 2017 Reno Open and exemption to the Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event with a score of 24 in the Modified Stableford format tournament. The two-day tournament took place at Washoe Golf Course for the third year in a row after a nearly 70-year hiatus. “We […]
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Barracuda Announces Microsoft as Official Pro-Am Title Sponsor
RENO, Nev. (April 25, 2017) – Barracuda Championship, Northern Nevada’s only PGA TOUR event, has announced Microsoft as the title sponsor of the official Wednesday Pro-Am. Set for Aug. 2, the Pro-Am Sponsored by Microsoft gives amateur golfers the chance to play with a PGA TOUR professional competing at the Barracuda Championship during tournament week. […]
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Reno Open Gives Amateur Golfers Chance to Play with the Pros
Registration now open for May 16 – 17 Reno Open Tournament RENO, Nev. (April 11, 2017) – The rare chance to win exemption into a PGA TOUR event returns May 16-17 at the Reno Open. Registration is now open for the two-day, Modified Stableford format tournament held at Washoe Golf Course in Reno, Nev. which […]
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Each One Tell One named PGA TOUR Charity of the Year
Barracuda Championship’s charity beneficiary awarded $30,000 grant from PGA TOUR PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — The PGA TOUR announced today that Each One Tell One, a Reno-based non-profit beneficiary of the Barracuda Championship, has been named the 2016 PGA TOUR Charity of the Year. Through fundraising efforts, including an annual golf tournament, support and educational programs, […]
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Barracuda Championship Announces $50,000 Donation to The Discovery
RENO, Nev. (October 14, 2016) – At last night’s first Putt-Putt to Give-Give event held at The Discovery, Barracuda Championship announced one of the largest donations to a single organization to date. The $50,000 check was presented to The Discovery, which will be matched to equal $100,000. “Our community is what makes us and our […]
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*2016 Barracuda Championship Pairings and Tee Times*
Pairings and Tee Times for the 18th annual Barracuda Championship can be found on the PGA TOUR website, direct link here: PGATour.com/tournaments/barracuda-championship/tee-times.html.
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Barracuda Championship Will Donate $25,000 To Sky Tavern
RENO, Nev. (June 30, 2016) — The Barracuda Championship has announced Sky Tavern as the winner of their $25,000 Charity Facebook Contest. Sky Tavern will receive $25,000 thanks to the support of Barracuda Networks. The donation will be made on behalf of the 18thannual Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR champion. Sky Tavern, a local non-profit that runs […]
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The Open Qualifying Series Place at Greenbrier Classic Moved to Barracuda Championship
International Spotlight Shines on Reno PGA TOUR Event June 30-July 3 RENO, Nev. (June 27, 2016)—The Barracuda Championship, northern Nevada’s only PGA TOUR event, will see one of its players compete in golf’s original championship, The Open. The qualifying place for The 145th Open at Royal Troon that was on offer at the cancelled Greenbrier […]
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Barracuda Championship and Operation Backpack Team Up
Free Tournament Admission Offered with Donation July 2 Reno, Nev. (June 20, 2016) — Bring a new backpack to the 2016 Barracuda Championship Saturday, July 2 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and receive free entry that day. Donations will be accepted at the main entrance near the VIP shuttle area. “Being able to give […]
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Plenty of Action Off the Links at 2016 Barracuda Championship
PLENTY OF ACTION OFF THE LINKS AT 2016 BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP RENO, Nev. (June 15, 2016)—The 2016 Barracuda Championship is so much more than a golf tournament, with activities for spectators of all ages to enjoy, including the all-new Discovery at Barracuda Kids STEAM Zone, revamped Tito’s Terrace with bar games and live music and the […]
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The Discovery at Barracuda Presented by Circus Circus Kids Steam Zone Invites Children to Learn the Science of Golf
RENO, Nev. (June 6, 2016)– The Barracuda Championship is happy to announce The Discovery at Barracuda presented by Circus Circus Kids STEAM Zone, a brand-new 1,200 square-foot attraction just off the ninth fairway that will teach tournament goers all about the science of golf. The Discovery STEAM Zone is free to attend for all […]
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Scott Smith Wins 2016 Reno Open and Barracuda Championship Exemption
RENO, Nev. (May 18, 2016) – Local favorite Scott Smith from Fallon, Nev., wins the 2016 Reno Open and exemption to the Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event with a score of 25 in the Modified Stableford format. The two-day tournament took place at Washoe Golf Course for the second year in a row after a […]
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Barracuda Championship Brings Back Mixology at Montrêux Event
Seeking Local Bartenders for Competition on 19th Hole During the PGA TOUR Event Reno, Nev. (April 21, 2016)— The 2016 Barracuda Championship is bringing back Mixology at Montrêux, a craft cocktail competition that will feature five of Reno’s best bartenders shaking, stirring and serving up their signature libations on Saturday, July 2 from 3 to […]
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Barracuda Championship Now Accepting Applications for 18th Annual PGA TOUR Event
The Tournament will Return to Montrêux June 27-July 3 RENO, Nev. (March 31, 2016) – Golf fans have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the PGA TOUR as volunteers for the 18th annual Barracuda Championship, June 27 – July 3, 2016. As a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, the Barracuda Championship relies on more […]
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Registration is Now Open for the 2016 Barracuda Championship’s “Reno Open”
Tournament May 17 – 18 Gives Amateurs a Chance to Play with the Pros RENO, Nev. (March 21, 2016) – The Barracuda Championship is now accepting player entries for the Reno Open, scheduled for May 17-18, at Washoe Golf Course. The tournament offers professional and amateur golfers a chance to compete for an exemption into […]
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Barracuda Championship Chip in for Charity Fundraising Program Now Open
Discounted Tickets Now Available for Sale by Local Charity and School Organizations RENO, Nev. (March 2, 2016) – The Barracuda Championship and the Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation announce the return of Chip in for Charity, a fundraising program open to area non-profits, schools, teams, clubs and other affiliated organizations. Participants can now sell tickets to the […]
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Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation Awards $50,000 to Two Local Charities
RENO, Nev. (February 18, 2016) – With more than $3.2 million given to date, the Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation recently increased that total by $50,000. The nonprofit that oversees the annual Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event presented $25,000 checks to Northern Nevada Children’s Cancer Foundation and the Terry Lee Wells Discovery Museum. The checks were presented […]
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Jesse Haw Named President of Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation
RENO, Nev. (January 25, 2016) – The Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation, the non-profit that oversees the Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event, has named Jesse Haw president. Haw will take the position formerly held by John Sande III for more than 10 years. Since its inception in 1998, the Foundation has donated more than $3.2 million to […]
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Barracuda Championship Donates to Local Charities During Week of Giving
Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation Presented Checks to Eight Local Charities Between November 2 and 6 RENO, Nev. (November 9, 2015) – Last week Barracuda Championship staff volunteered their time and gave more than $67,000 to eight local charities during this year’s Week of Giving. The Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation, the nonprofit that oversees the annual Barracuda Championship […]
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Sunday, August 9, 2015 Pairing Sheet
2015 Barracuda Championship Montreux Golf & Country Club Final Round Pairings and Starting Times Sunday, August 9, 2015 TEE #1 7:55 Michael McCabe – Thousand Oaks, CA +4 +5 -9 0 8:03 Tim Petrovic – Austin, TX +11 +1 -2 +10 Dicky Pride – Tuscaloosa, AL +11 +2 -3 +10 8:12 Greg Chalmers – Sydney, Australia […]
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Saturday, August 8, 2015 Pairing Sheet
2015 Barracuda Championship Montreux Golf & Country Club Third Round Pairings and Starting Times Saturday, August 8, 2015 TEE #1 7:45 Kevin Streelman Wheaton, IL +2 +7 +9 John Chin Temecula, CA +4 +5 +9 7:55 Michael McCabe Thousand Oaks, CA +4 +5 +9 Josh Teater Lexington, KY +8 +1 +9 8:05 John Rollins Dallas, TX […]
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2015 BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP OFFERS MORE THAN GOLF AT REGION’S ONLY PGA TOUR EVENT
RENO, Nev. (July 30, 2015) – The 17th annual Barracuda Championship kicks off with the Eldorado Pro-Am Monday, August 3 at 1 p.m. followed by a week of fun events and top tier PGA TOUR competition. Here is what attendees can expect from this year’s PGA TOUR event: Eldorado Pro-Am Tournament – Monday, August 3 […]
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OLLIE SCHNIEDERJANS RECEIVES SPONSOR’S EXEMPTION TO 2015 BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP FIELD
RENO, Nev. (July 28, 2015) – The Barracuda Championship is excited to announce that rising PGA TOUR professional Ollie Schniederjans will receive a sponsor’s exemption for the 17th annual event held August 3-9, 2015. The Georgia Tech graduate is a three-time NCAA All-American golfer, who held the number one spot in WORLD AMATEUR GOLF RANKING™ […]
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EVEN MORE FUN TO BE HAD AT 2015 BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP WITH NEW MIXOLOGY AT MONTRÊUX EVENT
Shuttle Service, Food, Drinks, Games at Local Bartenders Competition on 19th Hole Reno, Nev. (July 28, 2015)— The 2015 Barracuda Championship introduces Mixology at Montrêux, a craft cocktail competition featuring five of Reno’s best bartenders shaking and stirring their signature libations on Saturday, August 8 from noon to 5 p.m. at the Coors Light 19th […]
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PAST CHAMPIONS AND PGA TOUR FAVORITES RETURN TO 2015 BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP FIELD
Player Commitments Include John Daly, Retief Goosen, Patrick Rodgers RENO, Nev. (July 22, 2015) – Less than two weeks away, the Barracuda Championship has announced the exciting addition of Jason Allred, John Daly, David Duval, Retief Goosen, Patrick Rodgers and David Toms to the 2015 tournament field. One thing each of the PGA TOUR professionals […]
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GET UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL TO THE PGA TOUR ACTION AT THE 2015 BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP AUG. 3-9
Volunteer Opportunities are Still Available for 17th Annual Event in Reno RENO, Nev. (July 20, 2015) – The 17th Annual Barracuda Championship is almost here, and golf fans still have the opportunity to get up close and personal as volunteers for the region’s only PGA TOUR event. To register, visit www.BarracudaChampionship.com or call 775-322-3900. As […]
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BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP TO HOST MEDIA DAY DURING ANNUAL PRO-AM TOURNAMENT AUGUST 3
Applications for Media Credentials Now Open for Aug. 3-9 Tournament & Events RENO, Nev. (July 13, 2015) – The 17th Annual Barracuda Championship is scheduled for August 3-9, 2015 at Montrêux Golf & Country Club in Reno, Nevada. All working media is invited to attend a media preview day during the PGA TOUR event’s Pro-Am […]
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Doctors Supporting Troops Returns to Barracuda Championship Giving Local Vets the Chance to Play with the Pros
Patriots Luncheon, Heroes Hangout and Birdies for the Brave Among Other Initiatives Reno, Nev. (June 1, 2015)— The 17th Annual Barracuda Championship and Reno-Tahoe Open Foundation welcome the return of the “Doctors Supporting Troops” program thanks to local physicians. Local doctors who have already signed up to participate include Dr. Daniel Rowan of EyeZone, Dr. […]
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John Chin Wins 2015 Reno Open and Barracuda Championship Exemption
RENO, Nev. (May 13, 2015) – Hailing from Temecula, Calif., John Chin wins the 2015 Reno Open and exemption to the Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event with a score of +17 in the Modified Stableford format. Yesterday’s leader Ben Fox and John Chin were tied after the 18th hole as Fox birdied and Chin eagled, […]
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RENO OPEN ROUND ONE RESULTS
Ben Fox in the Lead for Barracuda Championship Exemption RENO, Nev. (May 12, 2015) – Hailing from Sherman Oaks, Calif., Ben Fox leads the field after the first round of the reinstated Reno Open with a score of +11 in the Modified Stableford format. Tying for second place are John Chin from Temecula Calif. […]
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Barracuda Championship Now Accepting Applications for 17th Annual PGA TOUR Event Aug. 3-9
RENO, Nev. – Golf fans have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the PGA TOUR as volunteers for the 17th annual Barracuda Championship, August 3-9, 2015. As a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, the Barracuda Championship relies on more than 1,000 volunteers to help make the event a success, which also includes supporting other […]
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Registration for the 2015 Barracuda Championship’s “Reno Open” is Now Open
Tournament May 11-13 Gives Amateurs a Chance to Play with the Pros RENO, Nev. – The Barracuda Championship PGA TOUR event is reviving the Reno Open, scheduled for May 11-13 after a 70-year hiatus. The two-part tournament, now accepting player entries, offers professional and amateur golfers a chance to compete for an exemption into the […]
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Seven-Time Women’s Long Drive Champion Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk Returns to Montrêux August 2
Sixth Annual Women’s Day at the Barracuda Championship Benefits Each One Tell One and The First Tee of Northern Nevada RENO, Nev. – With emcee Wendy Damonte and women’s golf legend, Lisa “Longball” Vlooswyk, the Barracuda Championship is kicking-off the PGA TOUR event with Women’s Day, Sunday, August 2, 2015. Barrick Gold of North America […]
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The Barracuda Championship Roots for Meghan Paracuelles at Augusta
Drive, Chip & Putt Local Competition Winner Plays at the Championship at the PGA TOUR Masters RENO, Nev. (March 30, 2015) – Meghan Paracuelles is on her way to the 2015 Drive, Chip & Putt Championship at the Masters in Augusta, Georgia. Paracuelles was the winner of the seven to nine age division at the […]
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$5k Awarded to Veterans Guest House
RENO, Nev. (January 5, 2015) – While a non-profit organization itself, the Barracuda Championship has spent the last 16 years dedicated to helping other charities in the community, donating more than $3 million to date and gaining international attention for its partner charities. Each year, the PGA TOUR Charity of the Year recognizes charities nationwide […]
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Discounts for Early Registration
RENO, Nev. (November 18, 2014) – Golf fans have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the PGA TOUR as volunteers for the 17th annual Barracuda Championship, August 3-9, 2015. As a non-profit, 501(c)3 organization, the Barracuda Championship, formerly known as the Reno-Tahoe Open, relies on hundreds of volunteers to help make the […]
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2 New Tournaments Added
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The Children’s Cabinet Has Special Opportunity
***MEDIA ALERT*** “INSIDE THE ROPES” BRINGS THE CHILDREN’S CABINET YOUTH UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL TO THE BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP WHO: The Children’s Cabinet “Inside the Ropes” during the 16th Annual Barracuda Championship. WHAT: As part of the Barracuda Championship’s efforts to reach out to the local community, 12 youth from The Children’s Cabinet get to walk […]
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The Children’s Cabinet Has Special Opportunity
***MEDIA ALERT*** “INSIDE THE ROPES” BRINGS THE CHILDREN’S CABINET YOUTH UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL TO THE BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP WHO: The Children’s Cabinet “Inside the Ropes” during the 16th Annual Barracuda Championship. WHAT: As part of the Barracuda Championship’s efforts to reach out to the local community, 12 youth from The Children’s Cabinet get to walk […]
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What You Need to Know
RENO, Nev. (July 29, 2014) – The 16th Barracuda Championship at Montrêux, the PGA TOUR’s only West Coast summer stop in 2014, will again offer a free shuttle opportunity for spectators as an effort to support the Food Bank of Northern Nevada (FBNN). As in years past, the shuttle from the public parking lot is […]
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Major Champs to Compete
GOOSEN, OGILVY JOIN BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP FIELD U.S. Open champions to compete in 16th annual tournament Reno, Nev. (July 22, 2014) – Barracuda Championship is pleased to announce the addition of Retief Goosen and Geoff Ogilvy, both seven-time PGA TOUR winners, to the 2014 field. Goosen is a two-time U.S. Open champion and holds memberships with […]
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Benefiting K9s For Warriors, Veterans Guest House
BARRACUDA CHAMPIONSHIP SALUTES THE TROOPS WITH 5TH ANNUAL PATRIOTS’ LUNCHEON -Revamped program includes new location and Man’s Best Friend- RENO, Nev. (July 18, 2014) – Barracuda Championship will pay special tribute to our nation’s troops while raising money for the Veterans Guest House with the 5th annual Patriots’ Luncheon, Tuesday, July 29. For the first […]
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Barracuda Networks
Barracuda Becomes Title Sponsor for Reno-Tahoe Event 4-year deal brings unique charity aspect to Barracuda Championship Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., and Campbell, Calif. (July 9, 2014) – The PGA TOUR, the Reno- Tahoe Open Foundation and Barracuda Networks, Inc. (NYSE: CUDA), a leading provider of cloud-connected security and storage solutions, announced today a four-year agreement […]
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Father’s Day Perfect Gift
RENO, Nev. (June 9, 2014) – This Father’s Day thank Dad for everything he does with tickets to the 16th Annual Reno-Tahoe Open at Montrêux, July 28 through Aug. 3. With the purchase of a Good-Any-Day ticket you are guaranteeing that dad will have the opportunity to watch professional golfers up close as they take […]
