PALOS VERDES ESTATES Calif., Jan. 18, 2023 – Tournament officials announced today a variety of ticket packages are now on sale at www.la-open.com for the 2023 DIO Implant LA Open, Los Angeles’ signature LPGA Tour event that will take place at Palos Verdes Golf Club for the first time, March 30-April 2.The first of two LPGA Tour events in Los Angeles for the 2023 season, the DIO Implant LA Open will feature a field of 144 of the world’s best professional female golfers competing over 72-holes for an elevated overall purse of $1.75 million, a $250,000 increase from 2022.
Tournament officials also announced today all military personnel (active, retired, reserve and veteran) and service personnel (police, fire, EMS) and a plus one will receive complimentary admission to the tournament. Tickets will be available at Will Call tournament week by showing proper identification. Children under 18 will also be admitted free into the tournament with a paid adult.
“We are honored to kick off the California swing of the 2023 LPGA Tour season with the DIO Implant LA Open at Palos Verdes Golf Club,” said James Clark, vice president for Outlyr and tournament director for the DIO Implant LA Open. “With the views overlooking the beautiful Santa Monica Bay, Palos Verdes Golf Club is a premier venue on the LPGA Tour and we look forward to providing a world-class event for spectators and players alike.”
Ticket packages for the 2023 DIO Implant LA Open include exclusive hospitality and general tickets offering a wide degree of entertainment and access. Tickets are available for purchase exclusively at www.la-open.com. All 2023 tickets will be digital and emailed after purchase. Tickets can be viewed on either a mobile device or printed out where they will be scanned at the main gate.
DIO Implant LA Open Ticket Options: There are currently three ticket options available for spectators interested in attending the DIO Implant LA Open (**Ticket prices below do not include all taxes and fees**):
Daily Grounds:
General admission daily grounds, valid any one day: Thursday, March 29, Friday, March 30, Saturday, April 1, or Sunday, April 2.
- $25 (Valid any one day)
Weekly Grounds:
General admission daily grounds, valid Thursday, March 29 - Sunday, April 2.
- $40 (Valid all days Thursday-Sunday)
Club 1924 – 18th Green Hospitality:
Open-air, semi-private luxury suite overlooking the 18th Green. The suite features an open bar and ticket holders have access to the hospitality buffet inside Palos Verdes Golf Club Clubhouse. Weekly and Daily Tickets are available throughout competition days (Thursday, March 29 - Sunday, April 2).
- Daily: $350 (Good any one day)
- Weekly: $1,000 (Valid all competition days Thursday-Sunday)
Volunteer Registration Now Open: Volunteer registration for the DIO Implant LA Open also is now open. Volunteering offers a unique, behind-the-scenes experience of a professional golf event, with positions on 20+ different committees. Volunteer opportunities range from serving as a standard bearer, Marshals, scoring, transportation, and more. Tournament volunteers are asked to be at least 13 years of age, with the registration fee waived for youth volunteers. Registration for the tournament is $55, which includes a polo, hat or visor, food, and beverage, and two daily tickets. For more information on how to volunteer, visit DIO Implant LA Open at www.la-open.com/volunteer.
The DIO Implant LA Open made its debut in 2018, marking the LPGA Tour’s return to Los Angeles after more than a decade. In 2022, Japanese star Nasa Hataoka captured her sixth LPGA Tour win at -15, taking a five-stroke victory over Australian Hannah Green at Wilshire Country Club. Brooke Henderson (2021), Minjee Lee (2019) and Moriya Jutanugarn (2018) also hold DIO Implant LA Open titles.
Palos Verdes Golf Club, often referred to as the “hidden gem” in Southern California, has a rich history hosting women’s golf events. Palos Verdes hosted the Palos Verdes Championship presented by Bank of America on the LPGA Tour in 2022, with Marina Alex capturing her first LPGA Tour win since 2018 at 10-under par. Palos Verdes also has hosted the Northrop Grumman (now the Therese Hession) Regional Challenge women’s collegiate championship for the past 26 years. Past individual winners include Carlota Ciganda, Natalie Gulbis, Brittany Lang, Bronte Law, Andrea Lee, Leona Maguire, Lorena Ochoa and Annie Park.
The DIO Implant LA Open is owned and operated by Outlyr, a global event management, sponsorship consulting and activation agency.
For more information on the DIO Implant LA Open, visit www.la-open.com, and on social media @lpga_LA on Twitter, @lpga_la on Instagram and @la.lpga on Facebook.
About DIO Implant LA Open
The DIO Implant LA Open returns to Southern California on March 27-April 2. New this year, the tournament will be hosted at Palos Verdes Golf Club held in Palos Verdes Estates. The 72-hole tournament features 144 of the world's best female golfers competing for a share of the $1.75 million purse. More information can be found by visiting www.la-open.com.
About DIO Implant
DIO is recognized as a premier Dental Implant manufacturer domestically and in 70 other countries around the world. DIO is also developer of DIOnavi, the World Leader in digitally planned dental implant placements. DIOnavi leverages cutting-edge technology to help dentists provide the best, safest and most comfortable dental implant procedures possible.
About Outlyr
Outlyr is a global event management, sponsorship consulting and activation agency that specializes in the development and execution of engaging events and experiences for brands. Outlyr creates strategic marketing platforms by leveraging its experience in event management, partnership marketing and customer engagement to enhance affinity for our clients. In addition to managing 12 professional golf tournaments, Outlyr also operates a number of other sporting and lifestyle events and manages the sponsorship portfolio for several blue-chip clients. For additional information, visit www.Outlyr.com.
About the LPGA
The LPGA is the world’s leading professional golf organization for women, with a goal to change the face of golf by making the sport more accessible and inclusive.
Created in 1950 by 13 Founders, the Association celebrates a diverse and storied history. The LPGA Tour competes across the globe, reaching television audiences in more than 220 countries. The Epson Tour, the LPGA’s official qualifying tour, consistently produces a pipeline of talent ready for the world stage. The LPGA also holds a joint-venture collaboration with the Ladies European Tour (LET), increasing playing opportunities for female golfers in Europe. Across the Tours, the LPGA represents players in more than 60 countries.
Additionally, the LPGA Foundation has empowered and supported girls and women since 1991, most notably through LPGA*USGA Girls Golf, the only national program of its kind, which annually engages with nearly 100,000 girls. The LPGA Amateur Golf Association and LPGA Women’s Network provide virtual and in-person connections to female golfers around the world, while LPGA Professionals are educators, business leaders and gamechangers dedicated to growing the game of golf for everyone.
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Media Contacts:
Lakyn Moren
DIO Implant LA Open
Outlyr
870-321-0225
lmoren@outlyr.com
Jeremy Friedman
DIO Implant LA Open
Outlyr
407-721-9752
jfriedman@outlyr.com