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PGA Tour partners with LeBron James for 2027 Firestone event

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 2:10 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

PGA Tour partners with LeBron James for 2027 Firestone event
Summary

The PGA Tour has formed a partnership with the LeBron James Family Foundation, announcing the LeBron James Family Foundation Invitational will take place at Firestone Country Club on July 6-7, 2027. The event aims to blend professional golf with youth engagement initiatives, including mentorship programs for students in the I Promise program. Professional golfers will participate alongside amateurs in competitions at the venue, leveraging golf's potential for community impact. PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp emphasized the importance of supporting underrepresented communities in golf, aligning with the goals of the Pathway to Progression program.

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By the Numbers
  • •LeBron James Family Foundation Invitational scheduled for July 6-7, 2027
  • •Event to include mentoring programs for I Promise students
  • •Competitions will feature amateurs and former Pro-Bound Five members
  • •Partnership reflects PGA Tour’s commitment to youth and community impact
  • •Pathway to Progression program seeks to increase diversity in golf
Latest Updates
  • 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James and the PGA Tour to stage a two-day event at Firestone geared toward youth
  • 9:05 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James, PGA Tour partner to launch new golf event
  • 5:57 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron James, PGA Tour to stage two-day event at Firestone to benefit youth
  • 3:11 PMCBS NBA — LeBron James continues to go all-in on golf with PGA Tour partnership to launch event for aspiring pro golfers
  • 2:41 PMYahoo Sports — The Inevitable PGA TOUR and LeBron James Team-Up Is Coming
  • 2:10 PMYahoo Sports — LeBron, PGA Tour to team up for LeBron James Family Foundation Invitational
  • 1:54 PMYahoo Sports — PGA Tour announces partnership with LeBron James, event returning to Firestone in 2027
What they're saying
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The LeBron James Family Foundation and the PGA TOUR announced a partnership on Tuesday, introducing a new, two-day event (at Firestone!!!) structured to bring resources and opportunities to students and families in Akron, OH.

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LeBron James’ growing passion for golf now includes a partnership with the PGA Tour announced Tuesday that will bring a two-day tournament to Firestone Country Club.

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The LeBron James Family Foundation and the PGA Tour's Pathway to Progression programs are bringing a new event to Firestone Country Club.

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