By Mike Leischner
Feb 10, 2021 6:03 PM
STEVENS POINT, WI (WSAU) It’s safe to say Wednesday was a good day for Stevens Point Mayor Mike Wiza.
That’s when the United States Golf Association announced it would be bringing one of its major tournaments, the US Senior Open, to SentryWorld in Stevens Point from June 29th-July 2nd, 2023. A move that will bring millions in tourism dollars to the region.
But, in true Mike Wiza fashion, he opened an interview about the topic with his tongue firmly planted in his cheek.
“Are you talking about the new Dunkin’ Donuts that’s coming to Point… or the other thing?” said Wiza when he was asked to make the big announcement.
By Jim Scott
Feb 10, 2021 10:19 AM
(USGA) LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. ) â The United States Golf Association (USGA) today announced SentryWorld, in Stevens Point, Wis., as the host site for the 43rd U.S. Senior Open Championship. SentryWorld will host its first Senior Open and third USGA championship from June 29-July 2, 2023.
âThe USGA is pleased to return to SentryWorld and the state of Wisconsin to conduct the most prestigious championship in senior golf,â said John Bodenhamer, USGA senior managing director, Championships. âWe know that the region and community will enthusiastically support the U.S. Senior Open and that SentryWorld will provide a complete test for an international field competing for the Francis D. Ouimet Memorial Trophy.â