Former Masters champion Craig Stadler - also known as "The Walrus" for his thick, shaggy mustache and his rotund-yet-lithe body type - will participate in a question-answer session on the Main Stage on both Saturday and Sunday. The winner of the 1982 Masters will be exhibiting his Walrus Wear Apparel line in a booth at this year's show.
The 2011 Champions Tour Comeback Player of the Year Chip Beck will perform on the Main Stage on Friday afternoon. The three-time U.S. Ryder Cup team member also was only the second player ever to shoot the iconic score of 59 during a PGA TOUR event. Beck will be exhibiting his new Grip Guides product in a booth at the show.
Mark Murphy, recent winner of Big Break Ireland, the Golf Channel's popular reality show competition, will be on stage Friday and Saturday discussing the pressures and behind-the-scenes drama on the program.
For a complete schedule of speakers, please visit chicagogolfshow.com.
"The Chicago Golf Show is honored and elated to welcome Craig Stadler, Chip Beck, and Big Break Ireland winner Mark Murphy to our 2012 Main Stage lineup," said Chicago Golf Show owner Tom Corcoran. "In addition to receiving a free round of golf, getting incredible deals on equipment and apparel, hitting the latest clubs at our indoor demo range, and checking out cool travel destinations, Chicago Golf Show attendees will have an opportunity experience top-level speakers on the Main Stage."
Every attendee at the 2012 Chicago Golf Show may pick up a coupon for a free 18-hole round of golf courtesy of GolfVisions Management, which operates 12 Chicago-area courses. This is the third consecutive year GolfVisions has offered free golf at the Show.
Now in its 29th year, the Chicago Golf Show runs from Friday, Feb. 24 through Sunday, Feb. 26 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, 5555 River Road, in northwest suburban Rosemont. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance online at www.chicagogolfshow.com The 2012 Chicago Golf Show will feature an expansive indoor driving range at "Chicago's Largest Demo Days" sponsored by the Swan Lake Resort of Plymouth, Ind. There, golfers may hit the latest new clubs from a wide range of the industry's most popular manufacturers. Club manufacturers specializing in both adult and junior clubs will be on hand to explain the features and benefits of their latest products. Please check chicagogolfshow.com for a schedule.
Not to be missed is the always-popular Golf Galaxy Long Putt Challenge, another cornerstone of the Show. For the second year in a row, any contestant who makes the 85-foot putt or who putts the ball within a two-foot radius of the hole will receive a free round at a GolfVisions course of their choice, courtesy of GolfVisions. Everyone who attends the Chicago Golf Show loves the incredible bargains on golf equipment offered by exhibitors from around the country. Attendees in search of discounts will find huge savings on golf equipment, golf balls, golf shoes, and golf apparel. In addition, dozens of regional, national, and international golf travel destinations will be exhibiting to help golfers plan their golf getaways. Dozens of Illinois PGA professionals again will be on hand to offer attendees free lessons on the full swing, short game, and putting. Esteemed golf instructors will conduct scheduled seminars on the Golf Academy Stage to help attendees get their games in shape for the coming season. Another major supporter is the Illinois Junior Golf Association, which will conduct its annual scavenger hunt for young golfers again this year. Hours and admission fees for the Chicago Golf Show are as follows: Our Best Deal: The Carpool Combo Buy-Three-Tickets-Get-One-Free $27 (online only) The Chicago Golf Show is the nation's oldest consumer golf show and one of the largest. The show typically features more than 300 exhibitors and attracts thousands of visitors. Follow the Chicago Golf Show on social media:
Friday, Feb. 25 Noon-7PM $5
Saturday, Feb. 26 9:30A-6P $10
Sunday, Feb. 27 9:30A-4P $10
Under age 12 Free
Ages 12-15 $4
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