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2022 WM Phoenix Open Brought $450 Million to Arizona's Economy

An economic impact study conducted by Arizona State University revealed the 2022 WM Phoenix Open Presented by Taylor Morrison resulted in a $453.7 million influx into Arizona’s economy. The study, commissioned by The Thunderbirdsmhosts of the tournament,also reported a GDP contribution of $276.8 million to the state and an annual employment impact of 4,290 jobs.

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Arizona Golf Industry Creates $6 Billion Economic Boost While Minimizing Water Usage

A study released at the beginning of February approximated Arizona’s golf industry resulted in $6 billion of economic activity while only using 2% of daily statewide water to serve 16.6 million rounds of golf in 2021. This economic boost supported nearly 66,200 jobs, provided $2.3 billion in wages and generated $518 million in state and local tax revenues.

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Putting World is Now Open at The Promenade Scottsdale

Golf fever is all over the Valley as the 2023 WM Phoenix Open tees off this week. Just in time for the Greenest Show on Grass, there is a new venue for golfers to get extra putting practice: Putting World at The Promenade Scottsdale.

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5 New Celebrities Added To Annexus Pro-Am at 2023 WM Phoenix Open

The best hands in the NFL, "The Bus," "The Milk Man," A-Rod and a country music star have been added to the list of celebrities who will be competing in one of the greatest golf spectacles of the year. 

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The Future of Inclusive Sports: Amy Bockertette's I GOT THIS Foundation

Amy Bockerstette and her foundation, I GOT THIS, is changing the way in which athletes with intellectual disabilities are learning the game. 

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