The HOAG Classic 2026

The Hoag Classic is a PGA Tour Champions event held each spring at Newport Beach Country Club. First played in 1995, the tournament has a long tradition of bringing legendary golfers to Southern California. Now sponsored by Hoag, the event is known for great competition, a beautiful coastal setting, and strong support of local community charities.

In addition to exciting competition, the Hoag Classic is known for raising significant charitable funds—over $20 million to support Hoag programs and other local causes in Southern California—making it a special event for both fans and the community

The Hoag Classic also proudly features honorable mentions of Southern California locals who call the area home. Fan favorites like Fred Couples regularly compete in the tournament, bringing a hometown feel to the event. Having local legends play at Newport Beach Country Club makes the Hoag Classic extra special for fans, celebrating both world-class golf and the strong golf roots of Southern California.

Visit the First Tee – Orange County booth on The Wedge at Newport Beach Country Club during the 2026 HOAG Classic on March 29, 2026. Later on in the day, from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, First Tee – Orange County coaches will be hosting a chipping clinic

Students under the age of 18 on Sunday, March 29th, get in for free. Parents use Code “FTOC 25” to get 25% of your tickets!

The PGA Champions Tour is a fun golf tour for older professional golfers, usually age 50 and up. These golfers played in big tournaments when they were younger and are still really good at the game! They travel to different places, play exciting tournaments, and show kids and fans that you can keep competing and having fun with golf at any age.

2025 Champion

Miguel Ángel Jiménez

Málaga, Spain

2024 Champion

Padraig Harrington

Dublin, Ireland

2023 & 2020 Champion

Ernie Els

Johannesburg, South Africa

Fred Couples

Newport Beach, CA

Fred Couples is a famous golfer who lives in Southern California and loves the game of golf. People call him “Freddy” because he’s friendly and has a smooth, easy swing. Fred has been playing golf for a long time and is an example that having fun and being kind are just as important as winning.

Paul Goydos

Coto De Caza, CA

Paul Goydos is a golfer from Southern California who enjoys playing close to home. Paul is known for being focused and calm on the course, taking one shot at a time. He shows the people who watch him play that staying positive and trying your hardest makes the game fun—no matter the score!

Scott McCarron

La Quinta, CA

Scott McCarron is a Southern California golfer who enjoys competing close to home. Scott is known for his experience and smart shot-making on the course. He is a good example of learning from each round that he plays, and that loving the game is what really matters.

Mario Tizianni

First Tee – Central Wisconsin

Steve Stricker

First Tee – Central Wisconsin