Adoring fans call the Waste Management Phoenix Open the “Greatest Show on Grass.” We’re willing to bet it has something to do with the party-like atmosphere on the 16th hole. Surrounded on all sides by stadium seating, the 16th hole draws spectators who are there for a good time as much as they are to see pros like Phil Mickelson and J.B. Holmes duke it out. In honor of the WM Phoenix Open golf tournament, we’re counting down the top five most memorable moments (to date!) on the 16th hole:

1988

Two years after winning the entire tournament, PGA TOUR professional Hal Sutton made the first hole-in-one on the 16th during the third round of the event. At that time, the tournament was known simply as the Phoenix Open.

1995

In a major step toward amplifying the Waste Management Phoenix Open’s party atmosphere, the tournament’s first corporate skyboxes made their appearance along the 16th hole’s southern embankment this year. Today, Skybox tickets on the 16th hole are the most in-demand of the entire golf event.

2009

The “coliseum” takes shape as the 16th hole is completely surrounded by stands, making it the first golf hole of its kind on the PGA TOUR. The grandstands seat between 15,000 and 20,000 spectators, and that’s not counting the corporate skyboxes.

2000

Arizona State University students and golf fans officially tag the 16th hole as “The House that Phil Built” after former Sun Devil and three-time Phoenix Open Champion Phil Mickelson. Mickelson won the tournament in 1996, 2005 and 2013.

1997

Tiger Woods hits the “shot heard ‘round the world” on the 16th hole when he sank an ace. The event exposed the world to the fun and rowdy atmosphere of the Phoenix Open as it was replayed on television over and over (and over – still, to this day!).

Buy one VIP, get one VIP 50 percent off to Saturday’s headline event Presented by Omnia Nightclub to see the No. 1 DJ in the world, Martin Garrix; along with DJ Vice and Justin Mylo. This special seven day FLASH promotion begins Thursday, January 17 at 8 a.m., and will run through Wednesday, January 23. VIP tickets start at $300 – The second ticket, when purchasing two, will cost $150.

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FREE ADMISSION OFFER IS GOOD ON MONDAY, JAN. 28 AND TUESDAY, JAN. 29

Thanks to Ford, the Official Vehicle of the Waste Management Phoenix Open Presented by the Ak-Chin Indian Community, all fans will be admitted FREE of charge on Monday, Jan. 28 and Tuesday, Jan. 29 to the Waste Management Phoenix Open as part of “Ford Free Days” courtesy of your Arizona Ford Dealers.

As part of the renewed partnership, the second-annual closest-to-the-pin contest called “FORD Drive for Your Ride” will be held on the iconic 16^th hole, giving players a chance to win a new Ford Edge ST and to give a new Ford Edge ST to one of ten local non-profit organizations. 

“This marks the fourth consecutive year our event and Ford have teamed up to offer free admission to all of our fans,” said Tournament Chairman Chance Cozby. “Ford has been an outstanding partner. We’re thrilled to offer Ford Free Days once again, but even more so to share a common commitment to our local communities.”

Monday’s schedule includes practice rounds by PGA TOUR players and the Kadima.Ventures Pro-Am, while Tuesday will include practice rounds, the R.S. Hoyt Jr. Family Foundation Dream Day, the popular San Tan Ford Special Olympics Open and the PGA TOUR Wives Classic.

GOLFTEC is Celebrating the Grand Opening of Their New Training Center - Bringing the Latest From GOLFTEC to Scottsdale!

Join Them For Their Grand Opening Party!

The new GOLFTEC North Scottsdale is now open! Beyond a vibrant new interior, they've significantly enhanced their teaching and club fitting technology, plus, extended their equipment offerings. Utilizing state-of-the-art technology, their PGA Professional staff will have a true impact on your entire game like never before.

GOLFTEC will be celebrating the opening on January 12th from 10 AM- 3 PM. The event will be filled with great Coaching, specials, drawings, prizes, giveaways plus food and beverages on them!

Every attendee receives a gift bag that includes $50 in GOLFTEC Bucks that can be used on a Swing Evaluation, TECFIT Club Fitting or Lesson Plan!

Plus, each attendee can sign up for a FREE Swing Analysis and FREE Club Fitting consultation.

When: Saturday, January 12th from 10 AM - 3PM

Where: GOLFTEC North Scottsdale - 23417 N. Pima Rd #B161 Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Who: Open House. Please feel free to invite your family and friends

What: Food & drink, contests, prizes, special offers, expert coaching & more!

Located off N Pima rd and E Pinnacle Peak rd near the Desert Village Shopping center, the new Center features significantly enhanced teaching and club fitting technology, plus, extended equipment offerings if you'd like to be fit for new clubs.

GOLFTEC can help all golfers from the beginner to even the pro!