Registration Continues For The International Messinia Pro-Am Tournament

The international golf tournament Messinia Pro-Am will take place in Costa Navarino, the award-winning golf destination in Europe, from 21 – 24 February 2017. Professional and amateur golfers are rushing to ensure their participation in the tournament. Please see the teaser video here!

The 30 teams participating in the first tournament have been almost completed while registration will continue until January 20 2017.

Costa Navarino is renowned for being an ideal destination at any time of year and participants in the tournament are expected to enjoy the exceptional Messinian climate and mild winter in February.

Mr. Bernhard Langer, former two times US Masters Champion, Ryder Cup Captain and designer of The Dunes Course, Costa Navarino mentioned:

"Following the two recent awards that Costa Navarino received this year both by IAGTO and IGTM, it is super exciting that the 2017 season kicks off with the Messinian Pro-Am Golf Tournament! Launching the Messinia Pro-Am at a time that golf has once again become an Olympic sport for the first time since 1904, Costa Navarino proves its devotion and dedication to golf and golf tourism. A new tournament to discover and hopefully a well-established annual golf event in the near future, the Pro-Am presents a great opportunity to mingle among top golfers from around the globe, while play golf at a world-class golf destination of unprecedented natural beauty, historical and culinary legacy. I am sure that alongside the tournament, participants will experience a rich program of entertaining events, on top of the warm and genuine hospitality of the Messinians. This cannot be missed!”

The tournament will be held at both golf courses The Dunes Course and The Bay Course. In The Dunes Course, athletes will play golf amongst olive trees over 100 years old and enjoy stunning views of the Sellas River and the Ionian Sea. Similarly, in The Bay Course, athletes will follow a spectacular path among hills and olive groves overlooking the historic bay of Navarino. Costa Navarino has recently been recognised by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) and presented with the prestigious European Golf Resort of the Year 2017 award.

Each team will play a total of 54 holes, 18 holes per day, while the three best professional players and the three best teams will be awarded for their success. In addition, special awards will be given in both men and women’s categories.

Golfers’ prizes have been crafted by the company Vourakis, the official supporter of the first Messinia Pro Am. In addition, Loux, the largest Greek soft drinks and juices company will support Messinia Pro Am tournament as official sponsor highlighting its authentic flavors and Greek qualitative raw materials with the most effective way. AEGEAN Airlines, member of STAR ALLIANCE, the leading global aviation alliance will be the official airline partner of the event, while the company Kyvernitis Travel will also be an official supporter of the event.

Registration and participation forms for the 1st Messinia Pro Am continue for a few more days at the official page of the event.

For those who are interested in staying at The Westin Resort Costa Navarino and enjoy the full experience of the Messinia Pro Am 2017, special accommodation packages are available.

The 1st Messinia Pro Am will be held under the umbrella of the PGAs of Europe, the PGA of Greece, the Hellenic Golf Federation and the Hellenic Olympic Academy.

Website: messiniaproam.costanavarino.com

 

Photo Credit: The Dunes Course, @Costa Navarino