STANDARD LIFE LOCH LOMOND ANNOUNCES CHAMPION’S CLUB MEMBERSHIP

Described as “a compelling package of terrific value” by Graeme Simmers, Chairman of the Championship Committee, spectators at this years Standard Life Lomond golf tournament will, for the first time, become exclusive daily or weekly members of the Champion’s Club.  The tournament is being held the week before the Open Championship, from July 12^th – 15^th at the Scenic Loch Lomond Golf Club. 

“The Champion’s Club entitles members to a wonderful stream of benefits at a great price, unmatched in any other major competitive golfing event,” said Mr Simmers. 

A weekly membership offers full access to the spectacular course throughout the 4-day tournament, as well as the two preceding practice days, July 10^th and 11^th.  Ticket holders will receive an individually numbered, collectable commemerative badge for the event, along with a membership certificate for the Champion’s Club at Loch Lomond.  Members will have the opportunity to win one of 10 round trip flights to the U.S. courtesy of American Airlines, as well as a chance to win a round of golf at Loch Lomond Golf Club itself.  This year’s members will also be offered first right to renew for future tournaments. 

Additionally, members will each receive a daily complimentary ‘Ultimate’ sandwich from Marks and Spencer, along with a Pepsi soft drink.  These will be offered each day, the ticket is valid from 12^th – 15^th July.

“Marks and Spencer and Pepsi have teamed with Loch Lomond Golf Club to create a great free food programme for Champion’s Club members.  The quality of product from Pepsi and Marks and Spencer is a fine fit with Loch Lomond.” 

Weekly membership costs only £50, daily membership is £25 per day.  Tickets can be purchased through a Hotline on 0845 60 60 268. 

“Relative to other sporting events, including The Open, our price is certainly very attractive,” said Graeme Simmers. 

Weekly badges will be limited to only 10,000 for the entire tournament.  Daily tickets will be limited to 3,000 per day. 

Graeme continued, “Loch Lomond is such a pristine place, it fits that our galleries are of limited size.  The tournament has always sought to define the highest possible standards and it has been a primary goal to preserve the incredible beauty and tranquillity of the site at Loch Lomond.  We want spectators and players alike to have as memorable a time as possible, enjoying the natural beauty of the land and the loch.  We want each spectator to experience the golf course and players close-up, with limited galleries in a relaxing environment.  The limit of 10,000 weekly members and 3,000 daily members will enable us to do this.  Once tickets are sold out, that’s it.  We certainly expect a sell out with the great field we will have.” 

This years Champion ‘s Club members can look forward to seeing Colin Mongomerie defend his title, with competition from Paul Lawrie, Phil Mickelson, Ernie Els, Lee Westwood and Jesper Parnevik and many others from both the European and US tours.  Now in its 5^th year, Standard Life Loch Lomond will enjoy its strongest line-up of players, with over 50 international players attending