Hoag Charity Sports (Hoag Classic)

The Hoag Classic is an annual professional golf tournament on the PGA TOUR Champions circuit, held at the Newport Beach Country Club in Newport Beach, California. Owned and operated by Hoag Charity Sports, a 501(c)(3) subsidiary of Hoag Health System, the event's core mission is to generate significant charitable contributions for Hoag and other local non-profit organizations. Since its inception, the tournament has raised over $25 million, establishing itself as one of the most philanthropic events on the PGA TOUR Champions schedule.

The primary offering of the Hoag Classic is a world-class golf competition featuring legendary players from the PGA TOUR Champions. Beyond the main tournament, it provides a range of related experiences, including Pro-Am events, fan attractions, and community engagement activities. The event attracts a strong field of professional golfers, drawing tens of thousands of patrons, hundreds of sponsors, and numerous volunteers annually, making it a significant sporting and social event in Orange County.

Recent notable developments include Stewart Cink's victory at the 2026 Hoag Classic, headlining an elite player field. The tournament also hosted golf legend Jack Nicklaus as a guest of honor at its 2025 Hall of Fame Community Breakfast. Leadership for the event includes Executive Director Scott Easton, appointed following a partnership with HNS Sports Group to manage operations, and Andrew Guarni as CEO of Hoag Charity Sports. The Hoag Classic continues to be Orange County's exclusive PGA TOUR Champions event, consistently delivering both high-caliber golf and substantial community impact.