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Golf Legends Assemble: Star-Studded Rosters Announced for Skechers World Champions Cup
The Skechers World Champions Cup, running from December 4-7 at Feather Sound Country Club in Clearwater, showcases elite senior golf talent while supporting Shriners Children’s. With legendary players representing Team USA, Team International, and Team Europe, the event promises thrilling competition for a great cause.
Last Updated on October 24, 2025 by Daily News Staff
Tampa Bay prepares to host elite international competition benefiting Shriners Children’s
The Tampa Bay area is gearing up for one of the most exciting events in senior professional golf. From December 4-7, Feather Sound Country Club in Clearwater will host the Skechers World Champions Cup supporting Shriners Children’s, and the rosters announced this week are nothing short of spectacular.
Skechers World Champions Cup: A Tournament with Serious Pedigree
When you combine 217 tournament wins, 43 major championships, and 89 Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup appearances, you know you’re looking at something special. That’s exactly what captains Jim Furyk (Team USA), Mike Weir (Team International), and Darren Clarke (Team Europe) have assembled for this second edition of the PGA TOUR Champions global team competition.
This isn’t just another golf tournament—it’s a Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup-inspired showdown where international pride and bragging rights are on the line.
Team USA: Defending Champions Ready to Repeat
Captain Jim Furyk isn’t mincing words about his squad’s chances. “I think we have the type of team that can repeat as champions of this event,” he said, and looking at his roster, it’s hard to argue.
The Team USA Lineup:
- Jim Furyk (Playing Captain) – The 2003 U.S. Open champion and owner of the lowest round in PGA TOUR history (that incredible 58 at the 2016 Travelers Championship)
- Stewart Cink – Currently second in the Charles Schwab Cup standings with two wins this season
- Jerry Kelly – A standout performer in the 2023 event who led all players with 61 total points
- Justin Leonard – The hero of the 1999 Ryder Cup comeback at Brookline
- Steve Stricker – An 18-time PGA TOUR Champions winner with seven major championships
The team’s sixth spot will be determined by the Charles Schwab Cup standings, with Doug Barron and Jason Caron battling for the position.
Team International: New Captain, Proven Winners
Mike Weir takes the captain’s chair for Team International, bringing his 2024 Presidents Cup captaining experience to the role—this time as a playing captain.
The Team International Lineup:
- Mike Weir (Playing Captain) – Canada’s only men’s major champion (2003 Masters)
- Steven Alker – Leading the tour with 15 top-10 finishes this season
- Ángel Cabrera – The two-time major champion (2007 U.S. Open, 2009 Masters) who’s won twice this season
- K.J. Choi – Eight-time PGA TOUR winner including the 2011 PLAYERS Championship
- Y.E. Yang – Famous for beating Tiger Woods at the 2009 PGA Championship
Mark Hensby and Ricardo Gonzalez are competing for the final roster spot.
Team Europe: Experience and Dominance
Darren Clarke returns as Team Europe’s captain with a roster that includes the greatest player in PGA TOUR Champions history.
The Team Europe Lineup:
- Darren Clarke (Playing Captain) – The 2011 Open Championship winner
- Miguel Angel Jiménez – Leading the 2025 Charles Schwab Cup standings with four wins this season
- Bernhard Langer – The legendary 47-time PGA TOUR Champions winner with 12 major championships
- Thomas Bjørn – Already a two-time winner this season in his PGA TOUR Champions debut year
- Colin Montgomerie – The Ryder Cup icon and World Golf Hall of Famer
Alex Cejka, Søren Kjeldsen, and Freddie Jacobson are vying for Europe’s final spot.
More Than Just Golf
The tournament’s partnership with Shriners Children’s adds meaningful purpose to the competition. Shriners Children’s provides specialized care for orthopedic conditions, burn injuries, cleft lip and palate, and more—regardless of families’ ability to pay. The organization’s commitment to improving children’s lives makes this event about more than just birdies and eagles.
Skechers, the title sponsor and official shoe of the event, brings its comfort technology expertise to support both the players and the cause.
The Venue
Feather Sound Country Club provides a championship-caliber backdrop for this elite competition. The course stretches an impressive 7,332 yards with a par of 72, offering stunning scenery and meticulously maintained greens that will challenge even these legendary players.
How to Watch
Can’t make it to Clearwater? No problem. The tournament will air on ABC and ESPN, so fans can cheer on their favorite teams from anywhere.
Tickets are available now at WorldChampionsCup.com.
The Bottom Line
This December, some of golf’s greatest names will converge on Tampa Bay for three days of intense competition, renewed rivalries, and support for an incredible cause. Whether you’re a golf purist who remembers these legends in their prime or a casual fan who appreciates world-class competition, the Skechers World Champions Cup supporting Shriners Children’s promises to deliver unforgettable moments.
Mark your calendars for December 4-7. This is one tournament you won’t want to miss.
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Sports
Chili’s Takes the ‘19th Hole’ Literally With Golf Course Pop-Up
Chili’s took the 19th-hole tradition to a new level with a limited-time golf course pop-up in Burbank featuring food, specialty margaritas and exclusive golf apparel.
BURBANK, Calif. — Chili’s Grill & Bar took its casual-dining game onto the golf course with a limited-time experience celebrating one of golf’s favorite traditions: the 19th hole.
The restaurant chain transformed the clubhouse at DeBell Golf Club in Burbank, California, into the Chili’s Golf Club, a two-day pop-up held Aug. 28–29. The event welcomed golfers and fans to enjoy Chili’s favorites, specialty drinks and a golf-inspired apparel collaboration.
The concept played off the traditional “19th hole” — the post-round gathering spot where golfers grab food and drinks, talk about the day’s round and, perhaps, make those missed putts sound a little closer than they actually were.
Chili’s Meets the Golf Course
Guests at DeBell could stop by after playing 18 holes — or simply visit the clubhouse — for Chili’s menu favorites such as the Triple Dipper. The pop-up also featured golf-themed drinks including the Transfusion Marg and Tee Time Marg, created specifically for the Chili’s Golf Club experience.
The promotion also teamed Chili’s with active-lifestyle apparel brand Rhoback for a limited-edition Rhoback X Chili’scollection featuring the Chili’s Golf Club crest. The lineup included performance polos, hoodies, quarter-zips, crewnecks and golf hats.
“Chili’s is the people’s clubhouse, so it only made sense to bring that spirit to the course,” George Felix, chief marketing officer and executive vice president of Brinker International, said in announcing the campaign.
Food, Golf and Entertainment Collide
Chili’s extended the promotion beyond the course with a campaign film celebrating everyday golfers — particularly those whose enthusiasm for the game may be considerably stronger than their scorecards.
The film featured appearances by Wesley Bryan, Caleb Pressley, Jena Sims Koepka, Chaz Bowker, Josh Kelley and JaNa Craig, bringing together golf, entertainment, food and lifestyle culture around the familiar 19th-hole tradition.
Although the Burbank pop-up lasted only two days, the campaign offers another example of restaurant brands looking beyond the dining room to connect food with sports, entertainment and fan culture.
For Chili’s, that meant finding a place where burgers, margaritas, golf stories and questionable scorecards already seemed like a natural fit.
Source
- Chili’s — “Chili’s is Fulfilling Every Golfer’s Dream by Opening on a Golf Course. Yes, Really.” — Original Aug. 26, 2026 press release announcing the Chili’s Golf Club promotion.
Related Links
- Chili’s Golf Club — Official Event Page — Details about the DeBell Golf Club takeover, food, specialty margaritas and Rhoback collaboration.
- DeBell Golf Club — Official Website — Information about the Burbank public golf course that hosted the Chili’s Golf Club.
- DeBell Golf Club — Golf Course Information — Background on the 18-hole, par-71 municipal course in the Verdugo Mountains.
- Rhoback X Chili’s Golf Club Collaboration — Rhoback’s official page covering the limited-edition golf apparel collaboration.
- Rhoback Official Website — More from the active-lifestyle apparel company involved in the Chili’s Golf Club campaign.
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“Protect Your Skin: Celebrate Sunscreen Day”
“May 27th is Sunscreen Day! Protect your skin from harmful UV rays with broad-spectrum sunscreen and sun safety practices.”
Last Updated on May 27, 2026 by Daily News Staff
Sunscreen Day is a day dedicated to promoting the importance of wearing sunscreen and protecting our skin from harmful UV rays. Observed annually on May 27th, this day serves as a reminder that sunscreen is not just for the beach or pool, but an essential part of our daily routine.
The sun emits two types of harmful UV rays: UVA and UVB. UVA rays are responsible for premature aging, such as wrinkles and age spots, while UVB rays cause sunburn and can lead to the development of skin cancer. Sunscreen works by absorbing or reflecting these rays, preventing them from penetrating the skin.
Unfortunately, many people still do not wear sunscreen or do not wear it correctly. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, only 30% of Americans regularly use sunscreen. This is concerning, as skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with over 5 million cases diagnosed each year.
To ensure that sunscreen is effective, it is important to choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30. Broad-spectrum sunscreens protect against both UVA and UVB rays, while SPF 30 provides adequate protection for most skin types. Sunscreen should be applied 15 minutes before sun exposure and reapplied every two hours, or more frequently if swimming or sweating.
It is also important to remember that sunscreen is not the only way to protect your skin from the sun. Seeking shade, wearing protective clothing, and avoiding peak sun hours (10 am to 4 pm) can also help reduce your risk of sun damage.
Sunscreen Day is a great opportunity to start incorporating sunscreen into your daily routine. Make it a habit to apply sunscreen every morning before leaving the house, and keep a bottle in your car or bag for reapplication throughout the day. Encourage your friends and family to do the same, and spread awareness about the importance of sun protection.
In conclusion, sunscreen is a crucial aspect of protecting our skin from the harmful effects of the sun. By choosing a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and incorporating it into our daily routine, we can reduce our risk of skin cancer and premature aging. So let’s celebrate Sunscreen Day by making a commitment to protect our skin and encouraging others to do the same!
For more information heres a link to the Skin Cancer Foundation: https://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-prevention/sun-protection/sunscreen/
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Sports
CatchCorner by Sports Illustrated Partners With CityPickle to Expand Urban Pickleball Access in NYC
CatchCorner by Sports Illustrated partners with CityPickle to expand NYC pickleball access, adding Central Park, Times Square and LIC courts to easy online booking.
New York City’s pickleball boom is getting a little easier to navigate. CatchCorner by Sports Illustrated, a North America–wide platform for booking sports facilities, announced a strategic partnership with CityPickle that will bring several of the operator’s most recognizable NYC courts onto CatchCorner’s reservation network.
The launch includes three CityPickle locations: Wollman Rink in Central Park, the flagship facility in Times Square, and indoor courts in Long Island City. A fourth site at Brooklyn Bridge is expected to open soon, expanding the footprint even further. The idea is simple: players can discover and book court time through CatchCorner in “just a few clicks,” with real-time availability and built-in payment options.
Why this partnership matters
Pickleball’s growth has been fueled by accessibility, but in dense cities the biggest barrier is often logistics: finding courts, knowing what’s available, and actually locking in a time slot. By pairing CityPickle’s high-profile, high-traffic venues with CatchCorner’s booking infrastructure, the partnership aims to reduce friction for everyone from first-timers to regular players.
CatchCorner CEO Jonathan Azouri framed CityPickle as a key player in expanding access, pointing to the way the operator is repurposing iconic city spaces into “dynamic hubs for sport, community, and social connection.” CityPickle’s Director of Strategic Operations, Nate Hamowy, echoed that community-first approach, saying the company’s mission is to create a place where “everyone can enjoy the game,” and that CatchCorner’s platform helps players find and connect across sports.
The bigger trend: racquet sports go urban
The announcement also signals a broader shift in how racquet sports are being built into city life. Instead of relying solely on traditional clubs or hard-to-access public courts, operators are increasingly activating prominent locations and creating event-like environments around play. In a place like NYC—where space is scarce and demand is high—partnerships like this can be the difference between pickleball feeling like a trend and pickleball becoming a permanent part of the city’s recreation ecosystem.
What to watch for next
- Brooklyn Bridge expansion: The upcoming fourth location could be a major demand driver, especially if it mirrors the visibility and foot traffic of the Central Park and Times Square sites.
- More venue additions: CatchCorner’s model is built for scale. If the CityPickle rollout performs well, it could accelerate additional urban racquet-sport partnerships.
- Community programming: The most successful city courts tend to pair bookings with leagues, clinics, and social play—expect more structured programming as these venues attract new players.
Players looking to reserve court time can do so through CatchCorner’s platform at www.catchcorner.comor via the CatchCorner app on the App Store and Google Play.
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