The ESPY’s were kicked off by the 15th annual “The Golf Classic” with Malbon Golf. Dosist and Hublot. The Knockturnal was able to attend this celebrity studded charity golf event at Calabasas Country Club on July 8, 2019. The Golf Classic had only recently relocated to Los Angeles after being a renowned staple in the Hamptons. What a better place to call home than this 18-hole championship-style course nestled in the hills of Calabasas.
With continued involvement from premier entertainment and consumer lifestyle companies, ENTER, along with Talent Resources Sports, Los Angeles-based contemporary golf brand, Malbon Golf along with Dosist, recognized as a disruptor in the health and wellness industry, and Swiss luxury watch brand HUBLOT, were the title partners on this year’s golf tournament. The event was held to benefit UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital. (http://www.uclahealth.org/mattel) and was also supported by sbe nightlife, Digital Medical Tech, Blade, Peroni, Goodr, Drink Winso and more. Throughout the event, guests were able to refresh alongside Boxed water, Carbonadi vodka cocktails, Brew Dr. kombucha, DreamPops, Drink Winso and Peroni cold italian beer – it’s safe to say that all of the golfers were all kept hydrated, and happy. Additionally, Pasta Chips and Butterfinger CandyPop were able to be smacked on as players anticipated their turn.
“Today was awesome! It was so fun, I mean being out here and golfing is something that I love doing. It’s such a beautiful day especially after the fourth, coming out here to support such a great cause.It was such a good event, we really enjoyed it,” said Jason Wahler. His wife Ashley Wahler echoed his enthusiasm by stating, “We had such a blast! It was my first time golfing and I actually didn’t do too terrible so I think I’m going to take it up as a hobby!”
Some of the talent spotted at the event included: Camille Kostek (Sports Illustrated Model Cover Star – current), Jesse Metcalfe (“Chesapeake Shores”), Donovan Carter (“Ballers”), AnnaLynne McCord, Philip Boyd (“The Haves and The Have Nots”), Jason Wahler (“The Hills”), Ashley Wahler (“The Hills”), Jesse Lee Soffer (Actor – Chicago PD) , Schoolboy Q (Rapper), Jay Hayden (Actor-Station 19), Ryan Cabrera (Music Artist), Ryan Rottman (Actor), Chord Overstreet (Actor/ Musician), artist/influencer Crime By Design, James Farrior (Former NFL Athlete), Dashon Goldson (WAGS/Former NFL), Anna DePalma (Pro Golfer), influencers Kinya Claiborne and Rachel McCord, should be nightlife personalities Hartwell, Cameron Klippsten, Michael Bellisario, Talent Resources Sports’ Dave Spencer, and ENTER’s Zev Norotsky (The Golf Classic Founder).
With an event like this, as with any sporting event things were quick to become competeive. For many, this was’t their first rodeo, as others swung their clubs for the first time. Some stars evenshined on the course and showcased their hidden potential while the rest simply enjoyed the good vibes. Camille Kostek was not to be expecred as anythingless than the former, “This feels natural for me, I’ve always loved sports, I’ve always loved following sports. The closest I’ve been to being on a real golf course, was playing mini golf, so I knew this was going to be a challenge today. But I love the stuff that challenges me. I love being around sports, I have a really competitive nature. I love getting in on the action and not sitting on the sidelines. I like to be all up on the sports when I can – it’s my competitive nature, so this is fun!”
Kostek (former cheerleader for the New England Patriots and current Sports Illustrated cover star) is undeniably no stranger to sporting events, and her endurance on the course was only a testament to that. “She’s new to golf but she’s picking up the sport very quickly,” said Jesse Metcalfe of Kostek. As for himself, Metcalfe exclaimed, “I’ve been golfing since I was 6/7 years old! It doesn’t reflect on the course but I’ve been playing a long time!”
HUBLOT showcased their Big Bang UNICO Golf Blue Carbon watches that were designed, developed, manufactured and assembled for avid players of the game. Powered by HUB1580 movement, the watch allows golfers to seamlessly calculate their score whilst on course, featuring aperture displays and is ultra-lightweight providing true performance. Dosist, named one of Time Magazine‘s Best Inventions of 2016, dosist™ is a cannabis-based wellness company. Through six targeted formulas, dosist™ aims to deliver safe, targeted, and effective solutions for some of the most common ailments. The company takes an ethical approach to production, which includes fully recyclable, medical-grade plastic and a rigorous testing process to ensure all products are safe and pesticide-free.
Conceived by Los Angeles’ premiere experiential marketing agency, ENTER, founding creative Zev Norotsky has curated a widely recognized tournament as one of the most coveted golf events annually, attracting key influencers, athletes, nightlife notables, celebrities, young creatives and entertainment industry elite. This year’s beneficiary was UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital. Norotsky’s innovative experiential agency is nationally known for its marquee live-event campaigns for clients ranging from AT&T and Paramount Pictures to YSL Beauty and Uber, and just opened Agency Coffee Co., a hybrid coffee shop in the form of a full service counter and work space located in the popular streetwear district of Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles.
When asked what were her final thoughts of the event Kostek smiled and said, “I’m having a lot of fun! I don’t know if I was the ideal teammate but I got a birdie one time so I learned what that was today!” before quickly running off to finish the game.
The overall verdict? Well I’d say – it was unFOREgettable.
Drawing in the likes of various influencers, celebrities, athletes and entertainment industry personalities alike to compete in a friendly exhibition outside of the office. Follow along for updates @the_golf_classic #TheGolfClassic
