Tee Up with the Stars: Greg Maddux, Jon Lester, and AJ Pierzynski Swing for Charity at The Invited Celebrity Classic

This weekend, the greens of Las Colinas Country Club in suburban Dallas will not only host the swings of seasoned PGA Tour Champions but also the competitive spirits of some of Chicago's own baseball icons at The Invited Celebrity Classic.

Among the names on the tee sheet are former Chicago Cubs pitchers Greg Maddux and Jon Lester, White Sox legend AJ Pierzynski, and former Chicago Bears kicker Robbie Gould, proving once again that the love for golf bridges the gap between different sports arenas.

A full list of celebrities and former athletes participating in this weekend's event can be found here.

A Star-Studded Affair for a Good Cause

The Invited Celebrity Classic, presented by Choctaw Casinos & Resorts, isn't just another golf tournament. With over 40 celebrities from various sports and entertainment spectrums competing, the event brings attention to the philanthropic possibilities within the golf world.

The collaboration with local charities, including the Momentous Institute and The First Tee of Greater Dallas, signifies the tournament's contribution of over $250,000 to nurture educational endeavors and mental health support for young children.

How to Catch the Action

For those eager to see their favorite athletes in a different arena, coverage of The Invited Celebrity Classic will be available all three days. Fans can catch a tape-delayed presentation of the first round on Friday on the Golf Channel starting at 8:00 PM CT. 

Live coverage of the event will air on the Golf Channel for both of the weekend rounds. Coverage will begin at 4:00 PM CT on Saturday and Sunday.