April 6-7, 2025 | Coto De Caza Golf & Racquet ClubCoto de Caza, CA – March 2025 – Get ready for a high-energy, star-studded day on the greens, as the 3rd Annual 1st & Goal Project Celebrity & Veterans Invitational returns on April 7th at the prestigious Coto De Caza Golf & Racquet Club.
This premier golf event unites NFL legends, Hollywood stars, and military veterans for a day of competition, camaraderie, and charity—all in support of veteran initiatives. Proceeds from the event will benefit these Orange County veteran support programs - CarePossible, Patriots & Paws, Veterans Legal Institute, Merging Vets & Players (MVP) and The 1st & Goal Project, Inc.Whether you’re looking to cover the event, broadcast live from the course, or sit down with the athletes and celebrities behind this mission, we invite media to experience this one-of-a-kind event firsthand.
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIESPre-Event Coverage (Feature Stories & Interviews)
STAR-STUDDED LINEUPHollywood Celebrities Tee Off for a CauseEmilio Rivera, Michael Irby, Joseph Lucero (MAYANS MC)
Ian Ziering (Beverly Hills 90210, Sharknado)
Mellow Man Ace (Legendary rapper)
Nate Boyer (Green Beret, NFL player, MVP founder)Athletes Hitting the GreensCurrent NFL Players:
EVENT SCHEDULEApril 6: Meet & Greet
Great American Craft Bar, Rancho Santa Margarita | 6:00-10:00 PM
Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club
THE MISSION: SUPPORTING OUR VETERANSThe 1st & Goal Project is committed to helping veterans transition successfully into civilian life. By bringing together pro athletes, Hollywood figures, and the military community, this event raises funds and awareness for vital veteran support programs, mental health resources, and career transition initiatives."This event isn’t just about golf—it’s about honoring our veterans and giving back to those who’ve given so much for us." – Event Organizers
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: IAN ZIERING & DAVID GREENHOLTZ TO LAUNCH DADBOD BOOTCAMPAmidst the action, Ian Ziering and David Greenholtz will debut their
This premier golf event unites NFL legends, Hollywood stars, and military veterans for a day of competition, camaraderie, and charity—all in support of veteran initiatives. Proceeds from the event will benefit these Orange County veteran support programs - CarePossible, Patriots & Paws, Veterans Legal Institute, Merging Vets & Players (MVP) and The 1st & Goal Project, Inc.Whether you’re looking to cover the event, broadcast live from the course, or sit down with the athletes and celebrities behind this mission, we invite media to experience this one-of-a-kind event firsthand.
MEDIA OPPORTUNITIESPre-Event Coverage (Feature Stories & Interviews)
- Dive into the inspiring stories of veterans, athletes, and celebrities playing for a cause.
- Get exclusive interviews with key figures ahead of the event.
- Go live from the greens with real-time coverage of the tournament.
- Capture high-profile interviews with NFL legends, celebrities & veterans.
- Cover the Dinner, Silent Auction & Raffle.
- Recap the best moments, highlight key fundraising successes, and share impactful stories of how this event supports veterans.
STAR-STUDDED LINEUPHollywood Celebrities Tee Off for a CauseEmilio Rivera, Michael Irby, Joseph Lucero (MAYANS MC)
Ian Ziering (Beverly Hills 90210, Sharknado)
Mellow Man Ace (Legendary rapper)
Nate Boyer (Green Beret, NFL player, MVP founder)Athletes Hitting the GreensCurrent NFL Players:
- Uchenna Nwosu
- Khalil Dorsey
- Kyle Peco
- Kyle Turley, Greg Townsend, Dokie Williams, Todd Lyght, Damon Allen, Matt Willig, Will Blackmon, Kassim Osgood, Steve Hauschka, Walter Thurmond III, Matt Vanderbeek, Nick Dzunbar, Alonzo Mitz, Cassius Marsh, Brett Faryniarz
EVENT SCHEDULEApril 6: Meet & Greet
Great American Craft Bar, Rancho Santa Margarita | 6:00-10:00 PM
- Exclusive sponsor, veteran, and celebrity meet & greet
- Perfect media opportunity to capture pre-event interviews
Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club
- 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM Shotgun Start
- 5:00 PM Dinner, Silent Auction & Raffle
THE MISSION: SUPPORTING OUR VETERANSThe 1st & Goal Project is committed to helping veterans transition successfully into civilian life. By bringing together pro athletes, Hollywood figures, and the military community, this event raises funds and awareness for vital veteran support programs, mental health resources, and career transition initiatives."This event isn’t just about golf—it’s about honoring our veterans and giving back to those who’ve given so much for us." – Event Organizers
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: IAN ZIERING & DAVID GREENHOLTZ TO LAUNCH DADBOD BOOTCAMPAmidst the action, Ian Ziering and David Greenholtz will debut their
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