Meet The Headliner
John Daly is a professional golfer and recording artist who exemplifies versatility both on and off the course, making him a perfect headliner for the upcoming TN Golf Foundation’s inaugural fundraiser, Grip It & Riff It.
Daly turned professional in 1987, claiming his first pro victory at the Missouri Open that year. He joined the PGA TOUR in 1991 and immediately made headlines by winning the PGA Championship as the ninth and final alternate, a feat that earned him the 1991 PGA TOUR Rookie of the Year award. In 1995, Daly secured his second major title with a playoff victory against Costantino Rocca at the British Open in St. Andrews.
Nicknamed “Long John” for his impressive driving distance, Daly’s career has been marked by his free-spirited attitude and diverse business ventures. He earned the PGA TOUR Comeback Player of the Year award in 2004 after winning the Buick Invitational. Beyond the course, Daly is deeply involved in charity work, particularly in his hometown of Dardanelle, Arkansas where he’ll be celebrating his 35th year of raising funds for the local Boys and Girls Club in Dardanelle.
In addition to golf, Daly has successfully expanded into other arenas. He is endorsed by LoudMouth Golf Apparel, has a partnership with Good Boy Vodka, runs a golf course design company, and continues to pursue a music career collaborating with many hit recording artists and writers. He has released four (4) albums including My Life, his debut country rock album with all proceeds going to Make-A Wish. I Only Know One Way featuring “Hit It Hard” with Darius Rucker that rose the charts. Whiskey & Water that featured Willie Nelson on the title track and, his latest, Country Boy, debuting in 2024. Daly has worked with producer and songwriter, Nick Autry, on his last 2 albums (Whiskey & Water, Country Boy) and is back in the studio with him in Nashville working on the next full length release.
John Daly’s unique combination of athletic talent, entrepreneurial spirit, and musical artistry makes him a captivating figure and an excellent choice for this one-of-a-kind fundraiser event.
John Daly
Schedule of Events
(all times listed in CT)
5:00 p.m. - Sponsor/VIP Meet & Greet with John Daly
6:00 p.m. - Doors Open for All General Admission Tickets
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Songwriter Round Featuring Chris Sligh, James McNair & Allison Veltz-Cruz
7:45 - 8:45 p.m. - John Daly and Friends Perform
Meet The Songwriters
Introducing the performers for the Songwriters Round.