WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. — (August 5, 2019): Former Pennsylvania Governor Tom Ridge, who served as the first United States Secretary of Homeland Security under President George W. Bush, will serve as the Honorary Chairman for A Military Tribute at The Greenbrier, the annual PGA TOUR stop at The Greenbrier resort.
Ridge, who was a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army, earning several combat decorations for his service in the Vietnam War, will support A Military Tribute at The Greenbrier’s mission of “Serving those who serve us,” and will be involved in various events throughout tournament week, September 9-15, 2019.
“I am a huge believer in the lessons that golf teaches all of us and a big supporter of the PGA TOUR,” said Ridge. “I am also proud to be a part of A Military Tribute at The Greenbrier’s mission to honor the true heroes of our great nation, the men and women of the United States Military and our country’s First Responders, especially as we reflect on their incredible sacrifices on the anniversary of September 11, 2001.”
Ridge will host the Salute to Service Dinner on Tuesday, September 10, and then participate in the Official Wednesday Pro-Am on The Old White TPC Course on Wednesday, September 11, taking part in the September 11 Remembrance Ceremony on the course that morning. Ridge will also play a role in a unique and memorable awards ceremony on Sunday, September 15, at the conclusion of A Military Tribute at The Greenbrier.
“My top priority from the time I took over as Executive Tournament Director was focusing on the tournament’s mission of honoring our country’s heroes,” said Executive Tournament Director Robert Harris. “Having Governor Ridge’s support with that initiative is a tremendous honor, and we’re thrilled to have him as a special part of our tournament team.”
Proceeds from A Military Tribute at The Greenbrier will help support Army Emergency Relief, the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society and the First Responders Children’s Foundation, as well as other military charities.
For more information on A Military Tribute at The Greenbrier or to purchase tickets, visit AMilitaryTribute.com
About A Military Tribute at The Greenbrier
A Military Tribute at The Greenbrier, formerly The Greenbrier Classic, is an annual PGA TOUR event that began in 2010 on the historic Old White TPC Course on the grounds of The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va. One of the most popular family events on the PGA TOUR, the tournament has drawn top-level golfers including Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Jordan Spieth, Tom Watson, Nick Faldo, Dustin Johnson, Justin Thomas, Sergio Garcia, Bubba Watson and many others to the famed grounds of The Greenbrier’s 11,000-acre playground. Past champions include Stuart Appleby, Scott Stallings, Ted Potter Jr., Jonas Blixt, Angel Cabrera, Danny Lee, Xander Schauffele and Kevin Na. The event is carried live on Golf Channel Thursday through Sunday.
About The Greenbrier
The Greenbrier is a luxury mountain resort in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. With a history dating back to 1778, the 710 perfectly appointed Signature Resort Rooms, Classic and Historic Suites, Legacy Cottages and Estate Homes are situated on The Greenbrier’s breathtaking 11,000-acre playground. Play championship golf courses or experience more than 55 activities. America’s only private casino features table games, slot machines and FanDuel Sportsbook. The Greenbrier’s full-service mineral spa is widely recognized as one of the most luxurious in the world, and the Retail Collection is comprised of 36 boutiques, shops and hand-crafted works of art. The Greenbrier Restaurant Collection includes 20 restaurants, cafés and lounges. The Greenbrier Clinic has been practicing diagnostic medicine since 1948, and The Greenbrier Sporting Club is the pinnacle of luxury real estate. Follow The Greenbrier on Facebook at The Greenbrier, on Twitter at @the_greenbrier or on Instagram at the_greenbrier.
