What makes the RBC Heritage at The Sea Pines Resort different from other golf tournaments?
- Larry Olmsted
- Correspondent
Several things make the RBC Heritage Tournament at The Sea Pines Resort unique. History is hugely important, as this is one of the longest running tournaments, now in its 45th year. It traditionally attracts a very strong field with most of the country’s and many of the world’s best payers. It is run by a charity, the Heritage Classic Foundation, and as a result has distributed more than $23 million since 1987. But most importantly it has reputation as being extremely fan friendly. Many golf tournaments are in hard to reach places, almost like going to a stadium event, where you sit in traffic, arrive, watch and leave. Guests on Hilton Head get to enjoy all the normal vacation things — beach, riding bikes, tennis, great food and even playing golf — in addition to the tournament itself, which is well staffed by friendly volunteers. As a spectator it is hard to beat it.
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On February 25Larry Olmsted answered the question:
What makes the RBC Heritage at The Sea Pines Resort different from other golf tournaments?
Several things make the RBC Heritage Tournament unique. History is hugely important, as this is one of the longest running tournaments, now in its 45th year. It traditionally attracts a very strong field with most of the country’s and many of the world’s best payers. It is run by a charity, the Heritage Classic Foundation, and as a result has distributed more than $23 million since 1987. But most importantly it has reputation as being extremely fan friendly. Many golf tournaments are in hard to reach places, almost like going to a stadium event, where you sit in traffic, arrive, watch and leave. Guests on Hilton Head get to enjoy all the normal vacation things — beach, riding bikes, tennis, great food and even playing golf — in addition to the tournament itself, which is well staffed by friendly volunteers. As a spectator it is hard to beat it. -
On February 25Larry Olmsted answered the question:
What’s the purse in the 2013 RBC Heritage at The Sea Pines Resort?
The RBC Heritage Tournament is very high profile and one of the most prominent regular season PGA Tour events after the Majors, and as such, it has one of the larger purses – for 2013 it is $5.8 million, with the winner getting a seven figure payday of $1,044,000. Every player who survives the two day cut and plays on the weekend goes home with a check. -
On February 25Larry Olmsted answered the question:
What should I bring to the RBC Heritage at The Sea Pines Resort?
Things are much more relaxed the first three days during the pro-ams and practice rounds, when spectators are allowed to bring cameras and items to autograph, including golf course flags, shirts and other souvenirs. Starting on Thursday, no cameras are allowed and autograph items must be smaller than letter sized, 8.5 x 11”. Radios, coolers, backpacks, bags larger than purses and signs or banners are not allowed at any time. There are ample concession stands selling food and beverages within the gates. Cell phones are permitted but must be turned off, except for use in specially designated cell phone zones. What you should bring every day is suntan lotion for sure and perhaps a hat, binoculars if you want a better view and portable chairs are allowed, which can be very helpful especially if you stay in one place – it can be a long day standing. -
On February 25Larry Olmsted answered the question:
Who is playing in the 2013 RBC Heritage at The Sea Pines Resort?
The professional field for the 2013 RBC Heritage Tournament has not been announced yet, but it traditionally is one of the most star-studded of all tournaments. It has been voted the most popular event of the year by the PGA Tour players themselves several times and they love coming. Because it is on laid back, family-friendly Hilton Head Island, many players who normally travel alone look forward to bringing their families. Also, because it follows immediately after the Masters, in nearby Augusta, GA, which attracts all the top players from every corner of the world, many stay and make the short trip here, so the Heritage usually attracts a very strong field of the world’s top players. Finally, the tournament was expanded this year from 132 to 144 players. Past champions here are a Who’s Who of Hall of Famers, including Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, Hale Irwin, Bernhard Langer, Greg Norman, Nick Price, and Tom Watson.
