The Barclayshttp://www.rcc1890.com/the-barclays/en-US2008-08-28T20:50:55ZSquarespace Site Server v5.0.0 (http://www.squarespace.com/)The Road to the Barclayshttp://www.rcc1890.com/the-barclays/2008/6/20/the-road-to-the-barclays.htmlWebmaster2008-06-20T17:03:37ZThe Road to the Barclays will air June 20 - 5:00pm & 6:30pm, June 21 - 11:00am, June 24 - 1:30 & 6:30pm, June 25 - 5:30pm all on MSG PLUS. It will also air on MSG, Sunday June 22 - 11:30am & 12:30pm.

]]>Mickelson Plays The Ridgewood Country Clubhttp://www.rcc1890.com/the-barclays/2008/5/28/mickelson-plays-the-ridgewood-country-club.htmlWebmaster2008-05-28T22:39:28Z"Yesterday, I played The Ridgewood Country Club where we're going to play The Barclays, the first playoff event in the FedExCup, and I think it's a wonderful golf course. It's a Tillinghast design, which I'm biased to, and it has a lot of same look and feel as a Baltusrol and Winged Foot. I think the players are going to love it. It's one of the premier courses in the land. It's spectacular, and it's going to play long and difficult."

Phil Mickelson

May 27, 2008

]]>Mickelson Press Releasehttp://www.rcc1890.com/the-barclays/2008/3/30/mickelson-press-release.htmlWebmaster2008-03-30T13:52:56ZPhil Mickelson to Represent Barclays

Barclays PLC, the global financial services provider, has extended its significant international involvement in professional golf by signing world No. two Phil Mickelson to a multi-year contract to represent its businesses worldwide.

“I’m proud to continue my personal and professional relationship with Barclays by becoming a part of its effort to support golf around the world,” said Mickelson, who is also a Barclays Wealth client. “Barclays standards in golf are as high as those in its businesses and the firm is clearly a worldwide leader in both areas.”

Robert E. Diamond Jr., President of Barclays PLC, said: “I am delighted to welcome Phil Mickelson to the Barclays team. Phil is a great ambassador and role model for the game of golf. He is a winner who personifies the game’s values of integrity, focus and precision, which are at the core of how we at Barclays are committed to earning success every day for our clients. We look forward to working with Phil as we expand and strengthen the Barclays brand around the world.”

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]]>Volunteer Info - March 10,2008http://www.rcc1890.com/the-barclays/2008/3/10/volunteer-info-march-102008.htmlWebmaster2008-03-10T20:07:30ZDear Prospective Volunteer,

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at The Barclays. The success
of a PGA TOUR event relies heavily upon the efforts of its volunteers.
Your hard work and support will help to make this year's tournament a
success and allow us to donate generously to local deserving charities.

The Barclays is the first event in the PGA TOUR Playoffs for the FedExCup
and we are so excited to have historic Ridgewood Country Club as our host
for the 2008 tournament.

On-line registration is now available for any volunteer who wishes to apply
electronically. If you would like to register on-line to volunteer, simply
click on the following link to apply now:
https://events.r2it.com/volunteer/barclays/2008/Default.aspx

Please call the tournament office at 201.444.5356 with any questions you
may have. Being a volunteer for The Barclays is a great way to support
local charities and see the greatest players on the PGA TOUR. We thank you
for your support and hope that you will join us August 19th - 24th for The
Barclays 2008 at Ridgewood Country Club!

Sincerely,
The Barclays Tournament Staff

Marisa Fontana
Tournament Services Manager
PGA TOUR Championship Management
Ph: 800.765.4742
Fax: 904.543.2257
Mobile: 914.659.8641

The Playoffs Start Here...
THE BARCLAYS * August 19th - 24th * Ridgewood Country Club * Paramus, NJ
http://www.thebarclaysgolf.com/

]]>Arnold Palmer Pavillionhttp://www.rcc1890.com/the-barclays/2008/2/14/arnold-palmer-pavillion.htmlWebmaster2008-02-14T23:01:02Z    Arnold Palmer Pavilion

The Arnold Palmer Pavilion (formerly Empire Club) is a shared hospitality tent located in close proximity to the 17th green and adjacent to the 18th tee. The interior of the Arnold Palmer Pavilion will feature historic memorabilia from “The King”, Arnold Palmer. Also included are a lunch buffet, hors d’oeuvres, desserts and a full service bar.

Amenities include:
•    Television and courtesy telephones
•    Private restroom facilities provided exclusively for pavilion guests
•    Listing on the Arnold Palmer Pavilion Sponsor Board and in the Souvenir Program
•    Complimentary Pairing Sheets, Souvenir Programs and Spectator Guides
•    IBM Fan Enhancement Scoring System
Arnold Palmer Pavilion Daily (Thurs – Sun): $355/day plus applicable NJ Sales Tax
Arnold Palmer Pavilion Weekly (Thurs – Sun): $1,400 plus applicable NJ Sales Tax

Package Options:

Package A
•    Ten (10) Arnold Palmer Pavilion Weekly Passes
•    Fifteen (15) grounds passes per day Tuesday through Sunday
•    Two (2) VIP Parking Passes each day Thursday through Sunday
Package A: $13,125 plus applicable NJ Sales Tax

Package B
•    Four (4) Arnold Palmer Pavilion Weekly passes
•    Four (4) Grounds passes per day Tuesday through Sunday
•    One (1) VIP Parking Passes each day Thursday through Sunday
Package B: $5,500 plus applicable NJ Sales Tax

For more information call 800-765-4742

]]>Press Release - January 28, 2008http://www.rcc1890.com/the-barclays/2008/1/29/press-release-january-28-2008.htmlWebmaster2008-01-29T02:10:14ZPGA TOUR, The Ridgewood Country Club announce kickoff for 2008 event

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL (Jan. 28, 2008) – The Ridgewood Country Club, which was recently announced as host venue for the 2008 Barclays, and the PGA TOUR have announced the kickoff of ticket and sponsorship sales and volunteer recruitment efforts. The Barclays, one of the premier events on the PGA TOUR schedule and the first of four events in the PGA TOUR Playoff for the FedExCup, is scheduled for Aug. 18-24.

“The Ridgewood Country Club membership and staff, as well as the Paramus, N.J., community, have already embraced this event with open arms, and we’re excited to get things underway in order to present a world-class PGA TOUR event in August,” said The Barclays Executive Director Peter Mele. “As the first event in the PGA TOUR Playoffs for the FedExCup, golf fans in this community and the surrounding area have the opportunity to witness the best players in the world competing in a unique and pressure-packed event. We look forward to hosting an enthusiastic crowd here at Ridgewood.”

“Our club is proud to host a premier PGA TOUR event such as The Barclays, and we look forward to welcoming the TOUR and all of the great players to Ridgewood later this year,” said Alex Khowaylo, The Ridgewood Country Club president. “I believe our hybrid Championship course layout will provide a fair test for the players and an exciting viewing event for the spectators.”

The Ridgewood Country Club was founded in 1890, and the 27-hole golf course designed by A.W. Tillinghast in 1929. Ridgewood has hosted two professional major championships, the 2001 Senior PGA Championship (won by Tom Watson) and the 1990 U.S. Senior Open (won by Lee Trevino), as well as the 1935 Ryder Cup and the 1974 U.S. Amateur (won by Jerry Pate). The course was ranked 87th in the United States by Golf Magazine in September 2007 and No. 84 Most Prestigious Clubs in America by Golf Connoisseur in 2006. The 2008 Barclays will be staged over a hybrid 18 holes from the Center, West, and East Courses.

Grounds badges for the 2008 Barclays at The Ridgewood Country Club are on now on sale for the following prices: a combined Tuesday/Wednesday ticket, $25; Daily tickets for Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday, $35; and Weekly badges (tournament admittance Tuesday-Sunday), $100.

To purchase tickets or obtain sponsorship information, call 800-765-4742. Those wishing to volunteer for The Barclays can call the same number.

The Barclays has been a part of the PGA TOUR schedule since 1967 when Jack Nicklaus won the inaugural event at Westchester Country Club. Since that time, some of the greatest players in the game have earned the title including World Golf Hall of Fame members Arnold Palmer,

Johnny Miller, Raymond Floyd, Seve Ballesteros, Hale Irwin, Curtis Strange and Vijay Singh, who has won The Barclays three times. Many of the world’s current top players have won the event as well, including two-time champions Ernie Els and Sergio Garcia, as well as 2007 Barclays champion Steve Stricker, whose emotional win at the sport’s first Playoff event ended his victory drought that dated back to the 2001 season.

The 2009 Barclays will be held at Liberty National in Jersey City, N.J. The rotation for The Barclays for 2010 and beyond will be announced at a later time, but will include at least one return trip to Westchester Country Club by 2012.

About the PGA TOUR
The PGA TOUR is a tax-exempt membership organization of professional golfers. Its primary purpose is to provide competitive earnings opportunities for past, current and future members of the PGA TOUR, Champions Tour and Nationwide Tour; to protect the integrity of the game; and to help grow the reach of the game in the U.S. and around the world.

In 2008, the three Tours are competing in approximately 108 events for approximately $355 million in prize money. Tournaments are being held in nine countries outside the U.S. and in 37 states. In addition to providing competitive opportunities for its membership, TOUR events also generate significant funds for local charities. In fact, the three Tours have surpassed the $1 billion mark in overall charitable contributions. The PGA TOUR’s web site address is www.pgatour.com and the company is headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.

Contacts:
Laura Neal, PGA TOUR, 904-273-7655
Alex Khowaylo, Ridgewood CC, 201-599-3900

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The Barclays moves to Ridgewood Country Club for 2008 event
Westchester remains in rotation, will host again by 2012

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FL – The Barclays, one of the premier events on the PGA TOUR schedule and the first of four events in the PGA TOUR Playoffs for the FedExCup, will move from Westchester Country Club to Ridgewood Country Club in Paramus, N.J., for the 2008 event, scheduled for Aug. 18-24.

“As we have said before, we believe it is in the best interest of The Barclays to rotate among various venues in the New York area, as do other significant events,” said PGA TOUR Commissioner Tim Finchem. “We look forward to beginning that rotation with Ridgewood in 2008 and a return to Westchester, which has been a terrific host for PGA TOUR events since 1967, for at least one more play by 2012. I want to thank the membership of Westchester Country Club for making this possible. It is yet another reflection of the great integrity and character of our partners at Westchester.”

As previously announced, the 2009 Barclays will be held at Liberty National in Jersey City, N.J. The rotation for The Barclays for 2010 and beyond will be announced at a later time, though under the terms of the contract with Westchester, The Barclays will return at least once by 2012.

“Westchester Country Club has been proud to partner with the PGA TOUR for more than 40 years, and our members overwhelmingly agreed last year that rotating The Barclays among New York-area courses was in the best interest of our club and this great event,” said Westchester Country Club President Philip Halpern. “We have agreed to begin that rotation this year in the true spirit of partnership, while ensuring that our club’s charities will benefit from the 2008 event as planned. We are proud that Westchester remains in The Barclays rotation. It’s an honor that our world-class golf course, and our passionate and loyal membership, have earned and deserve.”

About the PGA TOUR
The PGA TOUR is a tax-exempt membership organization of professional golfers. Its primary purpose is to provide competitive earnings opportunities for past, current and future members of the PGA TOUR, Champions Tour and Nationwide Tour; to protect the integrity of the game; and to help grow the reach of the game in the U.S. and around the world.

In 2008, the three Tours are competing in approximately 108 events for approximately $355 million in prize money. Tournaments are being held in nine countries outside the U.S. and in 37 states. In addition to providing competitive opportunities for its membership, TOUR events also generate significant funds for local charities. In fact, the three Tours have surpassed the $1 billion mark in overall charitable contributions. The PGA TOUR’s web site address is www.pgatour.com and the company is headquartered in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.

Contacts:
Laura Neal, PGA TOUR, 904-273-7655
Mike McKeon, Westchester Country Club, 917-270-8652

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