The WM Phoenix Open was honored with two prestigious awards at the PGA TOUR’s annual Tournament Meetings in Orlando, Florida earlier this week. The tournament earned recognition for “Best Special Event” with the Concert in the Coliseum and “Best Product” for its innovative Tee Side Seats offering.
Continue readingU.S. AMATEUR CHAMPION AND ASU SUN DEVIL JOSELE BALLESTER RECEIVES FIRST SPONSOR EXEMPTION FOR 2025 WM PHOENIX OPEN
Arizona State University senior and 2024 U.S. Amateur champion Josele Ballester will receive the first of five available sponsor exemptions for the 2025 WM Phoenix Open, set to tee it up February 3-9 at TPC Scottsdale.
Continue readingDIAMOND-CERTIFIED CANADIAN ROCK BAND NICKELBACK TO HEADLINE FRIDAY NIGHT OF 2025 COORS LIGHT BIRDS NEST
Nickelback and opening performer Josh Ross will take the stage on Friday, Feb. 7, bringing their timeless hits to night three of the official afterparty of “The People’s Open.”
Continue readingBLAKE SHELTON & GWEN STEFANI TO TAKE THE STAGE AT THE ICONIC 16TH HOLE TO HIGHLIGHT YEAR FOUR OF CONCERT IN THE COLISEUM
“The Concert in the Coliseum has quickly become a signature moment of ‘The People’s Open’ and this year’s headliners bring something truly special,” said Matt Mooney, Tournament Chairman of the 2025 WM Phoenix Open. “Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani are two powerhouse artists spanning multiple genres. We are thrilled to welcome them to the stage at the iconic 16th hole as they create an unforgettable night to kick off WM Phoenix Open week.”
Continue readingGENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR 2025 WM PHOENIX OPEN
General admission tickets for Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday are $75, while Friday and Saturday tickets are $125. Thanks to your Arizona Ford Dealers, all patrons will once again receive free admission to Monday’s Carlisle Pro-Am and Tuesday practice rounds as part of Ford Free Days.
Continue reading2025 WM PHOENIX OPEN LOOKS TO GET BETTER, NOT BIGGER AS IT PREPARES FOR 90TH EDITION OF “THE PEOPLE’S OPEN”
Construction for “The People’s Open” is now underway, and The Thunderbirds, hosts of the WM Phoenix Open, have announced several changes and improvements for the upcoming event designed to elevate the overall fan experience.
Continue readingCOLLEGE FOOTBALL LEGEND NICK SABAN TO HEADLINE WM PHOENIX OPEN TEE-OFF LUNCHEON AT CHASE FIELD
The Thunderbirds – hosts of the WM Phoenix Open – announced today seven-time NCAA Football National Champion coach Nick Saban will be the featured guest for the WM Phoenix Open Tee-Off Luncheon on Wednesday, Dec. 4, on the diamond at Chase Field in downtown Phoenix.
Continue readingCONSTRUCTION UNDERWAY AT TPC SCOTTSDALE FOR 2025 WM PHOENIX OPEN
While the 2025 WM Phoenix Open is a little more than 4 months away (122 days to be exact), construction for “The People’s Open” is already underway, starting with the Cove on the 17th hole. Construction on the iconic 16th hole and the rest of the WMPO build is going on now as well.
Continue readingJELLY ROLL TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR OPENING NIGHT OF COORS LIGHT BIRDS NEST
The 2025 Coors Light Birds Nest lineup is opening with a bang as officials confirmed country music superstar Jelly Roll will kick off the popular four-night concert series, which will take place Feb. 5-8 during WM Phoenix Open week. Jelly Roll will get the party started on Wednesday, Feb. 5, to kick off the Coors Light Birds Nest with special guest Treaty Oak Revival opening the show.
Tickets for Jelly Roll and Treaty Oak Revival are on sale now at CoorsLightBirdsNest.com. Limited tickets still remain for the Luke Bryan and Nate Smith show on Thursday, Feb. 6. The remaining Coors Light Birds Nest lineup will be announced as more artists are confirmed.
General admission tickets will start at $125. VIP tickets and elevated experiences are available starting at $350 each and provide exclusive access to an enhanced VIP area where guests are treated to complimentary food and drinks and access to a premium viewing area for the shows. Organizers encourage fans to buy their tickets early as ticket prices will increase as the event draws closer.
“We couldn’t ask for a better artist to kick things off as Jelly Roll makes his debut at this year’s Coors Light Birds Nest,” said WM Phoenix Open Tournament Chairman Matt Mooney. “Jelly Roll is one of the fastest rising stars in music, and his widely popular songs will make for an unforgettable night and set the perfect tone for a great week of music during WM Phoenix Open week.”
Born and raised in Nashville, Jelly Roll has made a name for himself as a versatile artist blending rap, rock, and country music. After gaining underground recognition in the Southern rap scene, Jelly Roll’s career took off when he transitioned into country music, achieving mainstream success with hits like “Son of a Sinner” and “Need A Favor.”
Since 2011, Jelly Roll has released over 20 albums and mixtapes, showcasing his unique ability to fuse genres and connect with listeners through raw and honest storytelling. His debut country album, Whitsitt Chapel (2023), solidified his crossover appeal, topping charts and resonating with a wide audience. Now in his late 30s, Jelly Roll continues to rise, propelled by his genuine message of making “real music for real people with real problems.”
Jelly Roll has achieved significant success in both hip-hop and country music. His 2021 album Ballads of the Broken marked a turning point in his career, with singles like “Save Me” and “Son of a Sinner” earning widespread acclaim. He’s also known for collaborations with artists like Tech N9ne, Struggle Jennings, and Lil Wyte. In addition to topping various music charts, Jelly Roll has received impressive accolades like three CMT Awards in 2023 for his genre-blending sound and powerful live performances.
Treaty Oak Revival is a rising band from West Texas, blending Texas Red Dirt country with the raw energy of southern rock and punk influences. Formed in 2019, the band is made up of Sam Canty (lead singer/acoustic guitar), Lance Vanley (rhythm electric guitar/background vocals), Jeremiah Vanley (lead electric guitar), Andrew Carey (bass), and Cody Holloway (drums). Their unique sound has quickly gained them a following, earning them recognition on the Texas music scene and beyond. Their latest album, Have a Nice Day, has been a massive success, landing on several top album lists and solidifying their place in the country rock genre.
2024 has been a landmark year for Treaty Oak Revival. Not only did they achieve critical success with their new album, but they also announced their debut at the Grand Ole Opry, a significant milestone for any country band. Known for their high-energy performances, Treaty Oak Revival is set to bring their distinctive West Texas sound to the stage, promising to shake things up with their raw and electrifying style.
2025 WM PHOENIX OPEN TO BE LED BY TOURNAMENT CHAIRMAN MATT MOONEY
The Thunderbirds, hosts of the WM Phoenix Open, have named Matt Mooney the Tournament Chairman for the 2025 edition of “The People’s Open”, which is set to tee it up Feb. 3-9 at TPC Scottsdale. Additionally, The Thunderbirds announced that Jason Eisenberg has been named Assistant Tournament Chairman for the 2025 event, which will be the 90th edition of the WM Phoenix Open. Mooney and Eisenberg took over planning duties immediately following Nick Taylor’s playoff win over Charley Hoffman at the 2024 WM Phoenix Open.
Mooney assumes the role of Tournament Chairman after serving last year as Assistant Tournament Chairman alongside George Thimsen. He is guiding The Thunderbirds organization in the planning and execution of all facets of the 2025 event, including sponsorship generation and renewals, security and safety, community relations, logistics, development of on-course venues, and overall fan experience enhancement.
“I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as the 2025 WM Phoenix Open Tournament Chairman. My fellow Thunderbirds and I have been hard at work for many months planning the next iteration of this great event,” Mooney said. “While we are always proud of the many years of success of the tournament, our driving force continues to be our mission of charitable giving and seeing the impact it has on our community. We can’t say thank you enough to our great partner and title sponsor WM who we are working closely with as we prepare for the 90th playing of the WM Phoenix Open. It is the collective support of all of our sponsors, the players, fans, and volunteers who truly make this a one-of-a-kind event so special in our community.”[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][mk_image heading_title=”2025 Tournament Chairman Matt Mooney” src=”https://wmphoenixopen.com/wp-content/uploads/mooney_tc_headshot1.jpeg” image_size=”full” align=”center”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][mk_image heading_title=”2025 Assistant Tournament Chairman Jason Eisenberg” src=”https://wmphoenixopen.com/wp-content/uploads/jason-eisenberg2.jpg” image_size=”full” align=”center”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1686682726976{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}”]Mooney is the Chief Operating Officer of Parkway, a privately-owned, full service real estate investment firm with more than 20 million SF in assets under management across the United States. He graduated summa cum laude from Mississippi State University, where he received both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Business Administration, and was as a member of the Men’s Golf Team. He and his wife Anna have three children, Connor (age 14), Kathryn (age 13), and Cullen (age 9), and currently reside in Phoenix. He has been a member of The Thunderbirds since 2016.
As Assistant Tournament Chairman, Eisenberg will work alongside Mooney in all tournament related operations while preparing to assume the Tournament Chairman role for the 2026 WM Phoenix Open.
Eisenberg is President of the Eisenberg Company, a privately held commercial real estate company which specializes in the development and management of Retail and Industrial properties across the western United States. The native Phoenician went to Arcadia High School and graduated from Tulane University in 2004 with a degree in Legal Studies in Business. He and his wife Natalie have three children, Sadie (age 14), Owen (age 12), and Emme (age 9), and currently reside in Phoenix. Eisenberg has been a member of The Thunderbirds since 2017.