Michael Jordan Celebrity Golf Invitational Program

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ARIA RESORT & CASINO PRESENTS MICHAEL JORDAN CELEBRITY INVITATIONAL

Michael Jordan CELEBRITY

INVITATIONAL

March 31- April 3, 2011 Shadow Creek Golf Course

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Welcome Letters

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Shadow Creek Golf Course Hole-by-Hole Profile

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Tournament Schedule

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A Carolina Homecoming

A hole-by-hole profile of the tournament site, one of the

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world’s most beautiful courses.

Michael Jordan goes from player to owner in his home state.

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Julius "Dr. J" Erving and John Smoltz were the winners of the 2010 MJCI.

ARIA Resort & Casino A dynamic, next-generation resort experience in the heart of Las Vegas.

A Look Back at the 2010 MJCI

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Stargazing at the 2010 MJCI The MJCI is more than just a golf tournament; guests

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enjoy parties galore.

Viva ELVISTM by Cirque du Soleil® A rockin' blend of dance, music and acrobatics

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Beneficiaries

CityCenter

Four charities, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the James R.

This “Center of the Strip” contains some of the most exciting resort shopping and dining in Las Vegas.

Jordan Foundation, the Nevada Cancer Institute and Cats Care, benefit from the MJCI.

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LETTERS

WELCOME to the Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational It’s my pleasure to welcome you to the 10th Annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational. This year, the tournament has a new home, the spectacular ARIA Resort & Casino, and will be played at Shadow Creek, one of my favorite golf courses. I am especially honored that this tournament marks the first time that the renowned Shadow Creek will be open to the public. As always, an amazing line-up of celebrities from the worlds of sports and entertainment will join me for fierce competition on the golf course and to participate in fun events - all in the name of charity.

Since the tournament’s inception, I am proud to say we have raised over $5 million for a variety of deserving causes. This year, MJCI will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the James R. Jordan Foundation, Cats Care and the Nevada Cancer Institute. In addition, each participating celebrity will compete for a $200,000 purse to be donated to his or her charity of choice.

I extend my sincere thanks to all of the celebrities for their continued support and participation, to our generous sponsors and supporters, to our hardworking staff and dedicated volunteers and the many others who contributed to making this year’s Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational a reality.

Each year I look forward to spending time and competing with our tremendous group of players. I hope your experience at the Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational is memorable and exciting. Thank you for coming out

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and being a part of it.

Warm regards,

Michael Jordan

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LETTERS

WELCOME to ARIA Resort & Casino As President and COO of ARIA Resort & Casino, I would like to thank you for participating in the 10th Annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational. It is with great excitement that we welcome Michael, his friends and all of you to Las Vegas as the tournament marks its Las Vegas premiere.

Here in Las Vegas we know how to throw a party like no other destination and we are thrilled to be your hosts for this weekend. We share Michael’s philanthropic commitment to important causes affecting people throughout the country, as well as here in our own community, and it is a true honor to partner with him on this endeavor.

Located in the heart of CityCenter, ARIA is a fusion of energy, inspiration and vision, featuring an unprecedented combination of striking architecture, sustainable design, high-end service and spectacular amenities. In its debut year, ARIA is the proud recipient of the AAA Five Diamond Award – the most sought-after symbol of excellence in the hospitality industry. For the first time ever, Shadow Creek, one of the country’s most exclusive golf courses, has opened its gates to the public for this spectacular golf event. Perennially ranked among the country’s top courses, Shadow Creek’s special environment makes guests feel as if they’ve been transported to another world. Located in the midst of the Nevada desert on the outskirts of Las Vegas, Shadow Creek continues to achieve national recognition and the kind of startling mystique reserved for only a select number of golf courses.

Welcome to the Entertainment Capital of the World. We are pleased to host you all and hope you enjoy the magic and excitement of Las Vegas. Our team stands ready to ensure that your weekend is

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filled with unforgettable moments.

Sincerely,

Bill McBeath President and COO ARIA Resort & Casino

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ANOTHER ROUND FOR CHARITY

Cheers to a good cause.

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TOURNAMENT HOSTS ARIA Resort & Casino Michael Jordan EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Carl Cohen Pete Falcone Curtis Polk Estee Portnoy Doug Seidenberg TOURNAMENT MANAGEMENT Andrea Acosta Stefanie Ishii Bee Lee Dusty Ann Williams Tournament Managers Tom Evans Patricia Galas Julie Hoffmann ARIA Marketing Molly Baker Leslie Jones Courtney Keeler Celebrity Services Sarah Adams Hannah Bright Matt Campolo Natalie D'Oria April Raupple Lindsay Skramstad Hospitality Management Scott Ghertner Jenn Michaels Alyson Sadofsky Public Relations/Media

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Holly Martin Shannon Stilson Sponsorship Services Scott Bowles Kevin Curtis Tyler Curtis Jim Garvey Curt Rohe Robert Wright Tournament Operations Albert Doby Eric Huffman Ryan Jamison Peter Kolosvary Alex Kurincak Summer Weissing Tournament Staff Lori Calderon Michael Peltyn Volunteers

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Mark Brenneman General Manager Monte Montgomery Director of Golf Rick De Holanda Superintendent Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational Magazine published in conjunction with: ARIA Resort & Casino JP Sports + Entertainment, LLC. Passport Publications & Media Corporation Tim Aylen Photography Tournament Photography For information call: 866.383.6874 or visit MJCIGOLF.com

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TOURNAMENT Schedule Thursday, March 31, 2011 Play begins at 7:30 AM FIRST ROUND OF MJCI Celebrity-Amateur Competition Location: Shadow Creek Golf Course Friday, April 1, 2011 Play begins at 7:30 AM FINAL ROUND OF MJCI Celebrity-Amateur Competition Location: Shadow Creek Golf Course Saturday, April 2, 2011 Play begins at 9:00 AM FIRST ROUND OF MJCI Location: Shadow Creek Golf Course Sunday, April 3, 2011 Play begins at 9:00 AM FINAL ROUND OF MJCI

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Location: Shadow Creek Golf Course 3:00 PM (Immediately Following Play) AWARDS PRESENTATION - 18TH GREEN Location: Shadow Creek Golf Course

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A CAROLINA

by Alyson Sadofsky

HOMECOMING

The old cliché “you can’t go home again” is not always true. It certainly isn’t the case when it comes to NBA legend Michael Jordan and his home state of North Carolina.

Jordan, a native of Wilmington, rose to stardom at the University of North Carolina, leading his team to an NCAA championship with a dramatic gameAfter earning the first of his two Olympic Gold Medals in 1984, Jordan rose to iconic status and worldwide fame as a six-time NBA Champion and a five-time league MVP as a member of the Chicago Bulls.

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winning shot during his freshman year.

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After a stint as an owner and executive with the Washington Wizards, Jordan returned to the court as a player for the team for

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home state of North Carolina.”

two seasons before retiring for good in 2003 (constant rumors of

And it has been a true homecoming for Jordan. He bought a

comebacks notwithstanding). His September 2009 induction into

home in Charlotte, close to the Time Warner Cable Arena, where the

the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame was a joyous

Bobcats play. When he’s not in his office or observing practice at the

occasion with so much demand for tickets that the ceremony

team’s facilities, Jordan can be found out and about in the city.

was moved to a larger venue.

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pleased to have the opportunity to build a winning team in my

In his first year of ownership, Jordan has put his stamp on the

But despite raising a family in his adopted city of Chicago and

team both on and off the court. The Bobcats made the playoffs for

being as associated with it as the Sears Tower and deep dish pizza,

the first time in the team’s short history last season. This season,

Jordan says “the Carolinas never stopped being home to me.”

they are holding their own and contending for another playoff berth. On the business side, the team has signed numerous new

The Homecoming In March 2010, Jordan became the majority owner of the

sponsors and seen increases in season ticket and single game ticket sales.

Charlotte Bobcats, after four years as part of the team’s ownership group and its Managing Member of Basketball

Giving Back

Operations. True to form, when it comes to ownership, Jordan is

One of Jordan’s stated goals for the team is to build a

a trailblazer: he is the first former player to become the majority

connection between the Bobcats and the community. Jordan has

owner of an NBA franchise.

always been a philanthropist, serving as the Chief Wish

In the official press release announcing his purchase of the

Ambassador for the Make-A-Wish Foundation and supporting

team, Jordan, now the team’s Chairman, said “I am especially

numerous organizations, especially those that assist families and

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children in need, including the James R. Jordan Boys and Girls

“Wish Kids.” The youngsters and their families were treated to an

Club in Chicago and the Jordan Institute for Families at the

unforgettable weekend, including a private lunch with Jordan,

University of North Carolina. The Michael Jordan Celebrity

meet and greets with Bobcats and visiting Miami Heat players

Invitational has raised over $5 million for a number of very worthy

and VIP suite seats to watch the Bobcats take on both the Miami

causes since its inception.

Heat and the Dallas Mavericks.

Under Jordan’s leadership, the Bobcats have instituted a

Most recently, Jordan and the Bobcats launched the Cats Care

number of new charitable initiatives. In August 2010, the Bobcats

initiative with a day of service that included the team’s players

and Jordan made a $250,000 donation to the Charlotte-

and entire staff taking part in a beautification project at a local

Mecklenburg Schools scholarship fund to help defray the costs of

school, a backpack program at a Boys and Girls Club, a hospital

middle school athletics during the 2010-11 academic year. In

visit and serving dinner at a men's shelter.

role that sports plays in the lives of children at a critical time in their physical and emotional maturation.”

The Charlotte Observer praised the donation, simply stating, “other groups should follow their lead.”

Leading up to the holidays, the Bobcats’ “Season of Giving,”

Home at Last Throughout his NBA career, Jordan wore a pair of UNC shorts under his NBA uniform, as a testament to his love for his college team and his home state. It’s really no surprise that he has ended up back in North Carolina, the owner of an NBA franchise.

included donations of over $50,000 in cash, gift cards, food items

As a player, Jordan was all about winning and as the Bobcats’

and toys for kids to families and senior citizens throughout the

Chairman, he expects nothing less. One would expect he will not

Charlotte area.

rest until he wins another NBA Championship, this time as an

In February, Jordan hosted four Make-A-Wish Foundation

owner, back home in North Carolina.

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discussing the donation, Jordan said, “we recognize the important

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In a city like Las Vegas, known for its extraordinary history of dynamic cutting-edge developments, how does one destination stand out among a crowd of world-class resorts? Just ask Bill McBeath, president and COO of ARIA Resort & Casino at CityCenter, Las Vegas.

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check-in experience, access to the Sky Suites Lobby, and

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Italian tastes at Sirio Ristorante. Other offerings include

offer an elevated level of luxury.

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winning Chef Shawn McClain introduces a modern

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Viva ELVIS pays tribute to Elvis Presley’s music and life through

Julian Serrano™ seasoned Vegas Chef Julian Serrano explores

a rockin’ blend of dance, music and acrobatics.

his Spanish roots with both traditional and innovative tapas,

“It makes perfect sense that Elvis should live on in Las

while the legendary Maccioni family presents signature

Vegas, where his iconic status was cemented,” said McBeath.

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top-of-the-line accommodations and amenities, the ARIA Sky Suites

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“When we teamed with Cirque du Soleil, we knew that any show they created would match Elvis’ larger-than-life presence.”

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VIVA ELVIS Viva ELVIS by Cirque du Soleil is a harmonious fusion of dance, acrobatics and live music that was created as a tribute to the life and music of Elvis Presley. Nostalgia, modernity and raw emotion provide the backdrop for his immortal voice and the exhilaration and beauty of his music, which is brought to life every night through the international and multi-talented cast.

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Photos by Julie Aucoin, Costumes by Stefano Canulli, ŠCirque du Soleil

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Viva ELVIS

VIVA ELVIS The 75 artists comprised of dancers, musicians, singers, acrobats, lasso

artists and an actor, seamlessly channel an exhilarating and youthful tribute to Elvis’ life through imaginative and inspired costumes, unique dance numbers, thrilling acrobatics, one of a kind sets and heart-pumping live music.

Created in the image of The King of Rock ’n’ Roll – powerful, sexy,

whimsical, truly unique and larger than life – the show highlights an American icon who transformed popular music and whose image has come to define popular culture.

Viva ELVIS focuses on the essential humanity of the one superstar whose

name will forever be linked with the history of Las Vegas: Elvis Presley.

Significant moments in his life – intimate, playful and grandiose – blend with timeless songs that remain as relevant today as when they first hit the top of the charts.

“On a creative level, it was extremely stimulating to draw our inspiration

from this musical icon,” said Guy Laliberté, Founder of Cirque du Soleil. “Viva ELVIS showcases the raw energy and pure talent of Elvis and highlights the exhilaration and beauty of his music on a grand scale.”

In paying homage to the music of Elvis, Cirque du Soleil set out to present the songs of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll in a contemporary form that evokes the spirit of Elvis in every way.

“What would the songs of Elvis be like if he were doing them for the first time today?” asks Musical Director and Arranger Erich Van Tourneau. “With all humility, I set out to evoke the soul and the spirit of Elvis Presley, while building a bridge between his music and future generations of fans.”

The styles of Viva ELVIS move from Delta blues to rockabilly, soul to gospel, through Dixie and Southern folk music. Some of the songs even evoke garage

VIVA ELVIS rock and punk, steeped in waves of hip-hop and urban music. But one thing is certain and remains consistent: the sound of Viva ELVIS is pure rock.

“Elvis has always been in the forefront of new, contemporary

entertainment and technology,” said Priscilla Presley. “I believe Viva ELVIS

continues this and reaches out and expands his legacy in a new, creative and

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exciting way.”

Thirty of Elvis’ songs are used in the production, with remixes designed to

accentuate and boost the emotional charge of his performances. Elvis’ voice is the only male singing voice in Viva ELVIS, joined occasionally by female singers and an energetic live band that has guests dancing in their seats. For the first time in over 30 years, Elvis fans and music-lovers alike are able to hear

his voice in its true and fantastic form – live and on stage in Las Vegas, presented exclusively at ARIA Resort & Casino.

Viva ELVIS performs two shows nightly at 7 and 9:30 p.m. Tuesday through

Saturday (dark Sunday and Monday). Ticket prices range from $69 - $175 and can be purchased via phone by calling (877) 253-5847 or (702) 531-2031; online by visiting www.cirquedusoleil.com/vivaelvis; or in person at the Elvis Theater box office located on the promenade level at ARIA Resort & Casino.

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CITYCENTER Las Vegas Designed to create a true center of The Strip, CityCenter is more than a collection of resorts and residences; it’s a community – an extraordinary urban resort destination brought to life by eight worldrenowned architects – one that’s already become a rich part of Las Vegas history and a remarkable vision of what the future holds.

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CityCenter Las Vegas the highest honor in the industry with the AAA Five Diamond Award is a reflection of our commitment to this promise and to delivering unforgettable experiences for each guest.”

VDARA HOTEL & SPA For those guests who love the excitement of Las Vegas but prefer to enjoy it in an exclusive, non-gaming, smoke-free setting, Vdara Hotel & Spa is the premier destination. An internationally inspired all-suite hotel, Vdara features open floor plans and horizontal windows which offer expansive views of the Las Vegas valley and mountains.

With the new addition of Market Café Vdara, guests have the option of ordering salads, sandwiches and gourmet coffees or purchasing upscale, organic groceries to make a culinary masterpiece in the comfort of their own suite.

With the necessary downtime that only a vacation can provide, Spa & Salon Vdara creates the ultimate refuge. This twolevel spa, salon and advanced fitness facility is a sensuous ARIA Resort & Casino

ARIA RESORT & CASINO At the heart of CityCenter is ARIA Resort & Casino – a fusion of energy, inspiration and vision. Listed as one of the top 20 up-

sanctuary that spotlights holistic health and well-being.

Located between ARIA and Bellagio, this chic hideaway offers access to all of the entertainment, gaming, shopping, dining and nightlife at CityCenter and in Las Vegas, while also providing a retreat from it all.

and-coming hotels by Travel + Leisure, ARIA’s distinction from other resorts on The Strip is evident at first sight.

“ARIA reflects a combination of innovation, energy and

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visionary design that we believe will reshape how the world

Crystals at CityCenter is an exquisite 500,000-square-foot

views the destination resort experience and attracts visitors from

shopping, dining and entertainment experience at the entrance

around the globe, positioning us as a landmark of taste and style,”

to CityCenter, an unprecedented urban metropolis on the Las

said Bill McBeath, president and COO of ARIA.

Vegas Strip. Designed by Studio Daniel Libeskind and Rockwell

Welcoming celebrity chefs such as Julian Serrano and

Group, Crystals delights the senses with its contemporary art,

Shawn McClain, ARIA offers 16 dining venues that can satisfy

elaborate water and ice displays, lush floral décor and iconic

any craving. In his Las Vegas debut, Chef Masa Takayama presents his take on modern Japanese cuisine while the legendary Maccioni family explores impeccable Italian taste with Sirio Ristorante.

After dining at one of ARIA’s award-winning restaurants,

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guests looking for a combination of classic Las Vegas and contemporary entertainment, can experience Viva ELVIS™ by Cirque du Soleil. Celebrating the life and legacy of Elvis Presley, Viva ELVIS is a harmonious fusion of dance, acrobatics and live music celebrating an American icon who transformed popular music.

With an unprecedented combination of striking architecture, sustainable design, high-end service and spectacular amenities, ARIA received the highly coveted AAA Five Diamond Award, demonstrating a level of excellence that only a select handful of resorts can say they accomplished in the first year of operations.

“From inception to operation, our goal with CityCenter was to create a resort destination that provides guests with services and amenities unmatched in the world,” McBeath said. “To receive Crystals Retail & Entertainment District

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VEER TOWERS Veer Towers – CityCenter’s only completely residential development is a masterful translation of energy and excitement into physical form. Inclined at five-degree angles – a feature celebrated by the buildings’ name – its two 37-story glass towers shimmer day and night. Each tower boasts a roof-top, infinityedge pool, hot tub, sun deck and bar on the 37th floor which offers unparalleled views of the Las Vegas Strip. Adjacent to the pool deck is a recreation room, private media room and a fitness center with men’s and women’s steam rooms and saunas.

SUSTAINABILITY CityCenter was inspired by the vision of bringing a new level of environmental consciousness to the world-famous Strip. It is one of the world’s largest sustainable developments, from design and construction to operations and guest amenities. With “green” practices including the world’s first fleet of stretch limos powered by clean-burning compressed natural gas (CNG) and slot machine bases that serve as displacement ventilation units, CityCenter has been able to grow and operate responsibly without sacrificing the quality of materials or guest experience.

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elements including a 70-foot-tall tree house.

“CityCenter captures the energy and diversity of Las Vegas in one of the world’s largest green developments,” said Jim Murren, chairman and CEO of MGM Resorts International. “Designing

Rivaling shopping meccas throughout the world, Crystals

CityCenter with sustainable elements and practices reinforces its

features the largest Louis Vuitton store in North America, as well

permanence and creates a healthier environment for our guests and

as flagship stores for Prada, Gucci, Tiffany & Co., Roberto Cavalli

residents, as well as for the 12,000 people who work at CityCenter.”

and Ermenegildo Zegna. Unique-to-the-market retailers include

As such, the U.S. Green Building Council awarded LEED®

TOM FORD, Stella McCartney, Paul Smith, Donna Karan, Kiton,

Gold certification to ARIA Resort & Casino’s hotel tower,

Kiki De Montparnasse, Marni, Assouline, H. Stern, Tourbillon,

convention center and theater, Vdara Hotel & Spa, Mandarin

Porsche Design, de Grisogono, Lanvin and rLo Gallery (Rodney

Oriental, Las Vegas, Veer Towers and Crystals, making CityCenter

Lough Jr. Wilderness Collections Gallery). Crystals is also home to

the country’s largest LEED Gold certified development.

a selection of premier restaurants, many of which are new to Las Vegas, including Eva Longoria’s Beso, along with her nightclub Eve; Mastro’s Ocean Club; Todd English P.U.B; and Wolfgang Puck Pizzeria & Cucina. Crystals has received LEED® Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council, making it the world’s largest retail district to receive this level of recognition.

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MANDARIN ORIENTAL, LAS VEGAS Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas is as distinctive as the city it calls home. The 47-story non-gaming hotel shines at the forefront of CityCenter. Offering guests a chic and elegant respite from the bustling Las Vegas Strip, the luxurious hotel and residential property is in harmony with the accomplished service for which Mandarin Oriental is renowned. Luxurious amenities abound including Twist by Pierre Gagnaire, the first U.S. restaurant from the three-Michelin star chef. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental is a 27,000 square-foot oasis for serenity and rejuvenation. Additional delightful features include sparkling pools and cabanas, MOzen Veer Towers

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From an elevated tee, this aesthetically pleasing hole has a large, visible bunker on the left side with a stream running the length of the hole. The approach requires an accurate mid-range to short shot into a receptive green guarded by a bunker on the right side and water on the left.

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This tee shot requires accuracy “down the middle.” The beautifully groomed fairway is guarded by large trees on the right side and an unrewarding swale to the left. As players approach the green, there is a large drop-off that is heavily bunkered.

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A long tee shot is necessary between a large calming pond and bunker on the left and trees on the right. This is followed by an equally long, uphill second shot into a bunkerless green. An error made over the green will leave a very difficult chip.

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This signature par-5 requires a long, accurate drive favoring the right-center of the fairway. A large scenic pond runs down the left side with deep bunkers and a weeping willow hugging the corner.

Fairway shots should remain right-center as the hole narrows toward the small, receptive green.

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A gorgeous valley of pine trees will grab any golf shot not well-struck and left short of the green.

This forest makes No. 5 one of the most visually intimidating holes on the course.

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One of the most difficult par-4s on the course, No. 6 is a slight dogleg right.

The width of the fairway is narrow with a bunker on the right side and the approach shot will leave a long iron to a green protected by deep bunkers on the right. This green is one of the largest on the course, slopes from back to front and left to right, and a true test from tee to green.

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A difficult, but striking three-shot hole starts with a nice, wide fairway.

The second shot should be carefully placed between multiple bunkers.

The green can be approached on the ground or in the air if the pin is on the right side, but if it’s on the left a high-lofted shot is required.

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The second of Shadow Creek’s par-3s sits alone in a breathtaking valley.

The hole plays a little shorter than normal because it is downhill; however, the bunker short left of the green should be avoided if possible.

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A drive avoiding a creek on the left and in between fairway bunkers is a must on this visually stunning hole. The closely mowed fringe on the right-hand side will kick a ball onto the green. Although the back-left pin affords a view of the stone bridge, it might be the toughest pin on the course.

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One of the prettiest holes on the course, No. 10 is a medium length, dogleg right par-4 around a large fairway bunker. A tee shot steered too far from the bunker will go through the fairway into an elegant family of pine trees. The amphitheater green, dominated by a large pine tree short and right, can be attacked by running a shot up the left side or a lofted shot over the greenside bunker.

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This is the shortest par-4 on the course and requires a lot of thought. A pin on the left side of the green can be approached aggressively; however, any pin on the narrow, right side of the green is best attacked with a full wedge second shot. Players must avoid the treacherous bunker at all costs.

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This medium length, uphill par-4 is the last good opportunity for a birdie prior to the difficult stretch of the final six holes.

After a well-placed drive, a short iron is called upon to a large uphill green that slopes severely back to front. Any approach shot past the pin will result in a tough two-putt.

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The picturesque tee shot must be played to a long, undulating and narrow green. The green is guarded by a bunker on the front, right side and a pond that is situated 30 feet below the putting surface that will catch any errant tee shot to the right.

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The difficult downhill 14th hole forces a precise tee shot favoring the left side of the fairway. From there, a large pine tree guards the left side of the green and an exquisite lake guards the right.

Missing this green will result in a difficult up-and-down.

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A set of deep bunkers line the right side of the fairway and a meandering stream runs down the left side – both of which must be avoided on the tee shot. With a solid drive, a mid-to-long iron awaits the approach shot to a deceptively sloped green.

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This massive par-5 can seldom be reached in two. Bunkers guard the right side of the fairway and a large grove of pine trees guard the left. After a precise lay up, the approach shot must find the putting surface or players will be left with a very difficult recovery.

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The small green is framed beautifully with a pond guarding the front of the green and an enchanting waterfall protecting the back left portion of the green. The shortest of Shadow Creek’s par-3s can be very challenging depending on the direction of the wind. There simply is no room for error.

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After a well-placed tee shot over water, a decision must be made to either go for the green in two or lay up short of the pond on this spectacular finishing hole. If the decision is to play it safe and lay up, a challenging third shot over the lake remains to the three-tiered green.

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RECAP

Mia Hamm

Brett Hull

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Wayne Gretzky and Michael Jordan

Roger Clemens

Brandi Chastain

Alonzo Mourning

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MICHAEL JORDAN CELEBRITY INVITATIONAL 2010

A LOOK BACK at the 2010 MJCI

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2010 Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational Champions Julius "Dr. J" Erving and John Smoltz

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Stargazing at the 2010 MJCI

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Janet Jones-Gretzky and Wayne Gretzky

Aidan Quinn and Brett Hull

Dorys and Julius "Dr. J" Erving

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Alex Rodriguez, Derek Jeter and Johnny Damon Aidan Quinn

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Shanice

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Make-A-Wish Foundation Wish Kid Travis with Mike Piazza

Make-A-Wish Foundation Check Presentation

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creating the opportunity to increase the Foundation’s outreach efforts.

“For more than 20 years, I have had the privilege of doing something so simple, yet so life-changing, for children,” Jordan says. “It’s always inspiring for me to see the smiles and joy that each child experiences. It’s an honor to serve as the Foundation’s Chief Wish Ambassador and enable more children to receive their fondest wishes.”

WISHES GRANTED AT MJCI Wish kids and their families have become a special part of the Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational.

In 2009, then 7-year-old Donovan traveled from California to meet his basketball hero.

Donovan peppered Jordan with questions From a boy’s simple wish to be a police

officer,

the

Make-A-Wish

Foundation® has grown into one of the

his dedication to the Make-A-Wish® mission

about basketball, baseball, golf and the

through the years, the Foundation named

athletes he enjoys watching today.

Jordan its Chief Wish Ambassador.

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world’s leading children’s charities.

As he and his family were getting ready

As Chief Wish Ambassador, Jordan

to leave, Donovan had one last thing to say to

A group of compassionate volunteers in

serves on the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s

his idol: “It was almost worth getting cancer

Phoenix pitched in to grant Chris’ police wish

Wish Ambassador Council and assists in

because I got to meet you.”

more than 30 years ago. Their spirit of

expanding wish-granting outreach across

generosity continues today as nearly 25,000

the United States. The

the ceremonial first pitch

volunteers across the country help the

council is composed of

for the MJCI celebrity

Foundation make the wishes of children with

people passionate about

softball game. He also met

life-threatening medical conditions come true.

the Foundation’s work.

several

Every 40 minutes, the Foundation and its

Last year, Maine teen Travis tossed out

of

his

favorite

Among its members are

athletes while hanging out

volunteers grant a child’s wish in the United

Make-A-Wish

on

States. It’s a moment that creates a life-

celebrities and national

affirming experience for not only wish kids,

sports figures, former wish

but also families, friends, donors, sponsors

children, wish parents and

Marc

and sometimes entire communities that

other

Pennsylvania

become part of the wish.

supporters.

Michael

Jordan

is

one

of

the

team

benches

This week, 16-year-old from

eastern will

meet

Jordan for his wish and enjoy Make-A-Wish

some celebrity treatment of

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the

during the game.

Foundation

The

MICHAEL JORDAN, CHIEF WISH AMBASSADOR

founders,

history.

Yet

the

his own during the MJCI. Wish kid Travis delivers the ceremonial first pitch during last year’s Michael Jordan Celebrity Softball Challenge.

The

Make-A-Wish

Foundation thanks Michael

Foundation’s most enduring wish granters,

Foundation estimates 27,000 children are

and everyone with the MJCI and ARIA Resort

fulfilling the dreams of more than 185

diagnosed with a life-threatening medical

& Casino for helping make Marc’s wish an

children to meet him since 1988. Because of

condition in the United States each year,

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Straight ‘A’ Student Kenneth Tart is the kind of student

over the country. One day, he hopes to become

earned per quarter in Reading, Math, Writing

a scientist.

and Science.

Jordan

As Kenneth finishes his elementary

The scholarship dollars are invested in

Foundation loves to invest. Not only

education at Victor Herbert and moves on to

college savings plans, and are available to

has he overcome countless personal

high school, we cannot wait to see what

students upon enrollment in a higher

hurdles, but he has done so while

else he achieves, thanks to the help of

educational or vocational program.

maintaining

supporters like you.

in

whom

the

James

excellent

R.

grades

and

Since 2008, 85% of students that participated in the A-Team program graduated

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keeping his sights set on his goals for

A-Team Scholars

the future.

from high school - more than double the

Since joining the A-Team in 2006,

The James R. Jordan Foundation’s A-

Chicago Public Schools graduation rate - with

Kenneth has grown both academically and

Team Scholars program aims to increase

60% entering a post-secondary institution

personally. His grades have improved, and he

higher

within two years of graduation. This year, our

maintains a positive attitude throughout

students in underserved communities.

education

opportunities

for

goal is to reach 100% high school graduation and a 75% college attendance rate.

every challenge life throws at him. In 2008,

The program opens doors to higher

Kenneth won the A-Team’s United Family

education by investing in students who

Please consider making a contribution to

Dream Vacation to Disney World for earning

consider college to be out of reach. The

the James R. Jordan Foundation’s A-Team

straight As for the entire school year.

students are bright and eager to learn; A-Team

Scholars program, and making college education

Scholars inspires them to succeed in school.

a reality for students like Kenneth Tart.

Kenneth’s favorite subject is science. In 2009, he applied for and won a trip to the U.S.

Students in grades 4-12 are awarded

James R. Jordan Foundation

Space and Rocket Center for the Aviation

scholarship money based on scholastic

PO Box 11698, Chicago, IL 60611

Challenge camp. Kenneth blossomed at space

achievement, character and integrity. They

(312) 751-9696

camp, and was popular with campers from all

receive scholarship awards for each A and B

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NVCI is working harder than ever

coordination of their care under one roof. This

team. It is the single largest dedicated medical

to meet its mission of reducing the

proven treatment model gives our patients,

research facility in the state.

burden of cancer for Nevada, the nation

their family members and friends full

and the world.

confidence that we are delivering the most

In this last year alone, we added many

efficient, well-coordinated, and personalized

The future of modern medicine and the

new renowned physicians and researchers to

care available today. NVCI is also proud to

quality of healthcare in any community is tied

our faculty, employed new therapies and

offer our patients unique access to more than

to the education of men and women who

treatment approaches, opened new offices to

70 clinical trials at our flagship facility. These

demonstrate the intellectual curiosity and drive

better serve our population, and embarked on

novel drugs and procedures, not otherwise

required to advance scientific knowledge.

innovative research projects designed to help

available in Nevada, give patients new

That’s why NVCI recently launched its first

detect cancer earlier, treat it more effectively

options for treatment and are at the heart of

fellowship program, which accepted its

and improve the lives of those living with the

NVCI’s mission to find more effective

inaugural round of trainees from the University

disease. Although we have accomplished a

therapies for cancer care.

of Nevada School of Medicine last year. NVCI is also collaborating with local educational

lot during our short history, our work is far from finished. We are committed to further MICHAEL JORDAN CELEBRITY INVITATIONAL

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cancer

care

through

Pioneering Research

institutions to train nurses and allied healthcare

our

As a research-driven institution, NVCI is

professionals in oncology care and research

our

committed to helping improve patient

support—two areas of critical importance to

our

outcomes by answering important questions

our state’s effort to mature into a world class

educational programs, which together will

about the genesis and progression of specific

destination for cancer care. In addition to

ultimately save more lives every day.

cancers. Our committed team of researchers is

training the next generation of professionals,

making important contributions to science that

NVCI is also committed to strengthening the

will, ultimately, lead to more targeted and

community through cancer-related seminars,

innovative

treatment

pioneering

research

programs, efforts,

and

Innovative Treatment Since opening in 2005, NVCI has treated

effective therapies that increase long-term

continuing medical education, support groups,

more than 15,000 patients from across the

survivorship and cure rates. NVCI’s Ralph and

and educational programs for all Nevadans.

state, the region and the country. Through our

Betty Engelstad Cancer Research Building

Along with our many community

multidisciplinary approach to cancer care, we

contains more than 187,000 square feet

partners and you, NVCI is working toward a

strive to significantly ease the already

dedicated exclusively to research and designed

future where cancer is no longer defined by

overwhelming burden of a cancer on our

to house up to 40 individual laboratories as well

the lives it affects, but rather the fight we

patients by keeping the communication and

as shared resources to support the efforts of our

wage to defeat it.

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