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Welcome to the WM Phoenix Open Blog!
Welcome to the Waste Management Phoenix Open Blog on the new WMPhoenixOpen.com.
We’re excited to have Waste Management on board as the new title sponsor for the golf tournament. Waste Management’s involvement with the tournament will not only allow the tournament host Thunderbirds to continue to raise millions of dollars for charity each year, but will also make the event the “greenest” on the PGA TOUR. The Waste Management Phoenix Open will be a major platform for showcasing Waste Management’s Think Green® solutions. Waste Management, known for its leadership in collection, transportation, disposal and recycling, also provides waste solutions like practical and sustainable renewable energy alternatives, comprehensive sustainability evaluations and new technologies to recover the resource in waste. The tournament is a way to showcase these solutions, which help customers and communities reduce waste while reducing cost and creating positive change for the environment.
And while “the Greatest Show on Grass” is now “the Greenest Show on Grass,” fans can still expect the same exciting atmosphere for which the tournament has become legendary. Once again in 2010, the world famous 16th hole will be a fully enclosed stadium with general admission and skybox seating for up to 15,000 enthusiastic fans. After a successful debut at the 2009 FBR Open, The Tilted Kilt Beer Garden returns along the 18th hole and will provide tournament goers a great place to catch some golf action while enjoying a refreshing beverage.
New to the 2010 Waste Management Phoenix Open, the Michelob Ultra Champions Pavilion will be open to all fans and will not require a separate ticket for entry. Located between the 2nd and 9th greens, The Champions Pavilion has a sports lounge feel complete with plasma televisions, live scoring monitors, bar service and plenty of comfortable seating. The Champions Pavilion features a fantastic menu of food entrees, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks all available for purchase.
That’s all for now. Check back in the coming days and weeks for more WM Phoenix Open blog posts.
Cody
February 24, 2010 at 2:55 pm
I have Skybox tickets for Thursday. I am not sure how it works but is there free buffet and free drinks included?
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 24, 2010 at 3:27 pm
Cody…all Skybox packages for Holes #16-#18, and the Skybox Terraces on #16, include free buffet lunch and an open bar. Thanks for your support…and, enjoy the tournament tomorrow.
charlie
February 24, 2010 at 9:09 pm
Where is the Champions Pavilion on the course?
Robert
February 25, 2010 at 8:15 am
I had a question in regards to the age limit for purchasing tickets. Will my nephew need a ticket at the age of 4?
Thank you
Derek
February 25, 2010 at 8:42 am
What is thedifference between greenskeeper passes, members club passes and clubhouse passes?
Brian
February 25, 2010 at 9:18 am
I have two ground passes for Sunday. Can I sit at the 16th hole with these passes, or do you need a special ticket for that hole. And if allowed, do I need to get there when gates open and run to get a seat (like the Masters) and sit boringly until players make their way to the 16th?
CK
February 25, 2010 at 11:20 am
Does anyone know if we can bring cameras into the Bird’s nest for the concerts? Thanks!
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 25, 2010 at 3:09 pm
Anyone under 17 years of age will be admitted free with accompanying General Admissions ticket holder.
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 25, 2010 at 3:32 pm
Derek…each of these venues requires special access tickets/passes to take advantage of the amenities (food, beverage, etc.). If you go to the main web site for the tournament (clic2pgagolf.com), you can click on the two menu items in the “green” navigation bar: “Tickets” and “Corporate Opportunities.” Each of these drop-down menus present the information about what is included with each venue at the tournament. Hope this helps.
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 25, 2010 at 4:36 pm
Brian…your General Admission passes for Sunday will enable you to sit anywhere in the bleacher sections of the 16th hole. There is always a lot of coming and going throughout the day, but the seats are first come-first served, so while you don’t need to be there when the gates open and hang out there all day, it’s possible the seats will fill up as the top pairings come through.
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 25, 2010 at 4:38 pm
Cameras are allowed into the Birds Nest venue, but not video cameras. Enjoy the fun!
Marie
February 26, 2010 at 12:48 pm
I have Corporate Village VIP tickets; do I need separate tickets to get into the Bird’s Nest or is it included with my Corporate Village tickets?
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 26, 2010 at 1:38 pm
You’ll need to have separate tickets to get into the Birds Nest events.
Aaron
February 26, 2010 at 2:58 pm
Do the corporate village tents have tv’s in them???., e.g. to be able to watch the USA win the gold in hockey on sunday!!
Brian
February 26, 2010 at 3:56 pm
Are there special measures at the 16th hole and on grounds of tournament to help people with handicaps? As in seating sections on #16, restrooms, wheelchairs, etc.?
Thomas
February 26, 2010 at 9:19 pm
What time do tee times begin on Sunday?
Millie
February 27, 2010 at 12:08 am
Is there special parking and transportation to the entrance and/or the hospitality tents for the handicap?
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 27, 2010 at 5:07 am
We will make the announcement on Sunday tee times as soon as possible on Saturday. Incoming inclement weather scheduled for late Saturday into Sunday morning may dictate actual tee times. We’ll post on the web site once we have that information from tournament officials.
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 27, 2010 at 5:08 am
Yes there is. There is a special seating section on 16th hole, handicap restrooms stationed throughout the course and motorized scooters for rent on a first-come, first-serve basis.
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 27, 2010 at 5:11 am
Aaron…there may be a TV or two in village tents, but those are individual choices of the companies occupying the village tent areas. We hope any TVs will be showing the WM Phoenix Open Sunday finale
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 27, 2010 at 5:13 am
There are designated areas for handicap parking just opposite the main entrance to the tournament at Bell Road & Hayden. As long as you are displaying the identifying license plate or handicap hanging placard in your car, there will be traffic control officers who will direct you to the appropriate spaces for parking. We hope this will help. Motorized carts are available for rent on a first-come, first-serve basis.
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 27, 2010 at 5:14 am
There are designated areas for handicap parking just opposite the main entrance to the tournament at Bell Road & Hayden. As long as you are displaying the identifying license plate or handicap hanging placard in your car, there will be traffic control officers who will direct you to the appropriate spaces for parking. We hope this will help.
Davis
February 27, 2010 at 2:49 pm
I have village corporate tent passes at will call. Can you tell me the best place to park? Also can you tell me if I can bring a stroller and if my 5 yr old dtr and 2 yr old son can enter the village with my wife and I at no charge?
Thanks
Eric
February 27, 2010 at 2:53 pm
When will Sunday’s tee time be released?
Margaret
February 27, 2010 at 4:31 pm
What time does the Birdsnest open tonight (Saturday) and can you still buy VIP passes at the entrance like last year?
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 27, 2010 at 5:04 pm
Margaret,
The Birds Nest opened at 3:30pm today. VIP tickets for tonights O.A.R. show are sold out.
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 27, 2010 at 5:05 pm
Times are currently listed on the front page in the featured section. Click on the Snedeker photo for times.
Norm
February 28, 2010 at 2:13 pm
I need to buy WM shirts and hats….do I need to have a ticket in order to get in a puchase items?
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 28, 2010 at 2:38 pm
Hi Norm,
Yes you need a ticket to get in to purchase merchandise today. However, you can come to the golf shop at the TPC Scottsdale tomorrow and make a purchase without a ticket.
Bill Kreitzer
March 17, 2010 at 11:47 pm
January 3, 2004 – Until FBR changes the name to at least FBR Phoenix Open, I am boycotting the event.
Bill Kreitzer
Thanks Waste Manaagement for adding the name of Phoenix Open back into this Golf event. It only took 6 years but it was worth it.
Brandy
December 19, 2010 at 5:28 pm
Do you need to purchase a GA pass for each day you would like to attend? Or is one GA ticket good for the week?
WM Phoenix Open Staff
December 20, 2010 at 9:40 am
Brandy…A single General Admission ticket is good for one single day admission to the tournament. Therefore, if you plan on attending the tournament on multiple days, you’ll need to purchase multiple General Admission Tickets. The tournament does offer a “Sponsor Ticket Package” which includes tickets to every day of the tournament.
Chris
December 29, 2010 at 9:25 pm
It’s December 29th and no announcement on Birds Nest band schedule yet.. What’s the latest? Thanks!
WM Phoenix Open Staff
January 3, 2011 at 10:21 pm
Thanks for your comment. We announced the Birds Nest band line-up today (Jan 3). You’ll see the information on the landing page of our website at http://clic2pgagolf.com. Our ticket packages also were announced today, and you can connect via a link from the story. Hope you enjoy your time at Birds Nest.
Bettina
January 4, 2011 at 3:32 pm
I am interested in getting some SkyBox tickets for either Wednesday the 2nd or Thursday the 3rd. I realize that all the boxes have been purchased, but was wondering if there were any groups that wanted to sell off a block of 12-17 tickets for either of those days, and if so how I would get in touch with them?
laura hartsook
January 4, 2011 at 5:38 pm
would love to see john the lion daly play in your 2011 wmphoenix open tournement,. mr daly brings entertainment as well as a large fanbase to the game of golf. he has turned his life around and i feel that he will win tournements this year. as a fan of john the lion daly i would love to see him play in your tournements. give him a chance please.
thank you for your time.
a fan from south carolina of john the lion daly
mcountrygirl3@yahoo.com
Michael
January 20, 2011 at 10:15 am
Could you please explain what this ticket entails? —– VIP TENT AT CORPORATE VILLAGE, SPONSORED BY “THE THUNDERBIRDS” —- I was told that these are Thunderbird tickets but couldnt get any informatin on what type of access I have with the tickets. Please advise. Thanks in advance for your timely response.
David C
January 24, 2011 at 4:44 pm
Who is going to be at the Xerox Pro/AM this year?
JOHN B
January 31, 2011 at 3:05 pm
Where can I find the “monday qualifier” scores for today? Who qualified as “monday qualifiers”?
Thanks
WM Phoenix Open Staff
January 31, 2011 at 3:42 pm
John…the Monday qualifier is still underway at McCormick Ranch in Scottsdale. The early leaders are Martin Flores and James Nitties at -5. The qualifier is run for the PGA TOUR by the Southwest Section PGA. You can reach the Qualifier Leaderboard at their website here: http://swpga.bluegolf.com/bluegolf/swpga11/event/swpga1110/contest/1/leaderboard.htm
Al
February 1, 2011 at 1:44 pm
I have tickets for the Doobie Brothers. What time are they suppose to take the stage?
Marty
February 2, 2011 at 9:32 am
Anyone know if there are heaters in the members tents?
Jerry
February 2, 2011 at 4:51 pm
I understand the golf for today was/has been canceled due to weather. What is happening tomorrow with the scheduled events
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 2, 2011 at 5:17 pm
Jerry…the decision will be made each day. PGA TOUR staff will arrive pre-dawn to review weather conditions and the effect it may have had on the course overnight. They’ll discuss with the course maintenance team after assessing turf and soil conditions and the estimate of when the course is playable. So, while we can’t predict what the morning will hold for the players and the fans, you can check back in at our website for updates as they are made available to us. The website is http://clic2pgagolf.com
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 2, 2011 at 5:22 pm
Al…they are slated for 8 PM. Let’s hope they are in a rockin’ mood
Mike
February 3, 2011 at 11:45 am
I have tickets for Wed. and of course it was cancelled. What are they going to do about this?
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 3, 2011 at 2:07 pm
Mr. Walleen,
We’re obviously sorry for having to cancel yesterday’s activities, but the weather was not our friend. The tournament office has given us the following information for the Wednesday ticket situation: Those who have already purchased a Wednesday ticket and want a refund will be given an Any Day ticket in exchange for their Wednesday ticket.
Joey
February 3, 2011 at 9:36 pm
I know last year Law Enforcement Officers were admitted in for free plus one…is the Open continuing to do this?
WM Phoenix Open Staff
February 3, 2011 at 9:53 pm
Joey…I’m delighted to let you know that the program continues this year. Here is a link to the press release posted on the Waste Management Phoenix Open website.
http://clic2pgagolf.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/lawfireforestinvitrel.pdf
Larry
February 4, 2011 at 2:48 pm
Since the final round is rescheduled for Monday, will my Sunday tickets be good for Monday?