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14th Annual JRLA Celebrity Golf Classic, A PGD Global Production Raises Funds for Detroit's Jalen Rose Leadership Academy


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Aug 05, 2024, 06:00 ET

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In support of the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy (JRLA), celebrities, athletes, community leaders, industry tastemakers, and media joined guests for the 14th annual JRLA Celebrity Golf Classic, a PGD Global production, held July 28-29 in Detroit. The weekend was hosted by University of Michigan "Fab Five" legend, NBA star, and multimedia personality Jalen Rose, who founded the school in 2011. The highly anticipated event raised funds to benefit the public charter high school located in the zip code where Jalen grew up.

DETROIT, Aug. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Celebrities, athletes, community leaders, industry tastemakers, and media gathered for the 14th Annual JRLA Celebrity Golf Classic, a PGD Global production, held July 28-29 in Detroit. Hosted by University of Michigan "Fab Five" legend, NBA star, and multimedia personality Jalen Rose, the event raised funds to benefit the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy (JRLA), a public charter high school founded by Rose in 2011 in his childhood zip code.

The weekend kicked off on Sunday, July 28, with the Pairings Kick-off Party at the Topgolf Swing Suite, hosted by MGM Grand Detroit. Guests enjoyed interactive games, gourmet cuisine, and signature cocktails. Jalen Rose introduced the new school principal, Jazmine Allen, and thanked the school staff and celebrity supporters.

"We just completed our thirteenth school year and graduated our tenth class of seniors – huge milestones. I truly appreciate all those who supported our efforts whether in person or from afar."

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On Monday, July 29, the Detroit Golf Club hosted the Golf Classic, presented by Tom Gores and Platinum Equity. Each golfer received a Puma golf shirt, gift bag, and other premium items. Participants enjoyed lunch by Fox Rothschild and specialty cocktails throughout the day. Celebrity guests included Haha Davis, Jemele Hill, Roland Martin, Jerry Stackhouse, and Chris Webber.

The event featured a $5,000 Putting Challenge and a One-Million Dollar Shot Challenge, with top finishing groups receiving awards during the closing ceremony. The 2024 JRLA Leadership Award was presented to Teach for America Detroit and Teach Michigan for their commitment to investing in high-impact educators working in under-resourced schools.
"We just completed our thirteenth school year and graduated our tenth class of seniors – huge milestones," said Rose. "In addition, we get zero state funding for our facility, which is why this event is so paramount for our success. I truly appreciate all those who supported our efforts whether in person or from afar."

In addition to bridging the funding gap, JRLA is in the midst of a $10 million capital campaign to expand its existing facility with a much-needed high school gymnasium, locker rooms, weight room, additional classrooms, and a dedicated main entrance. To support their efforts, please visit: JRLA Support.

The event continues to be a tremendous pillar of success for JRLA and again proves to be the premier celebrity, lifestyle, and golf event in Detroit. All proceeds from the event will support JRLA's mission and vision to provide a quality education and leadership opportunities for Detroit's youth. For additional information, please visit the official tournament website: Jalen Rose Golf Classic.

About Jalen Rose Leadership Academy:
The Jalen Rose Leadership Academy is a tuition-free, open enrollment public charter high school that launched in September 2011. The Academy just completed its thirteenth year of operations and graduated its tenth senior class. The school will serve more than 400 ninth through twelfth grade scholars this fall in addition to nearly 1,000 alumni. JRLA works to empower its scholars to develop the strength of character, skills and knowledge needed to matriculate, be great in and graduate from college or a post-secondary program so they have opportunities to be successful in the competitive world and take care of themselves and the people they love. JRLA is off to a strong start, having graduated more than 97 percent of its scholars with 100 percent of all graduates gaining college, trade/technical school or military acceptance. JRLA has achieved a 67 percent college matriculation rate within a year of graduation surpassing the state average and continues to focus on improving college persistence for its alumni. More info: http://jrladetroit.com.

About PGD Global:
Play Golf Designs, Inc. (PGD Global) is a golf marketing & event company, directing and participating in luxury events for some of the world's most legendary athletes, brands, entertainers and organizations. PGD blends pop culture and entertainment, creating the most unique, innovative golf events and experiences for each client. PGD Global focuses on celebrating diversity and inclusion in golf while welcoming women to the game with open arms. Specializing in connecting golf to the modern world of trends and fashion, PGD Global operates golf and lifestyle events and experiences all around the country and virtually, welcoming new golfers and businesses to the game. Visit https://pgdglobal.com/. Follow PGD Global on Twitter or Instagram at @PGDGlobal or on Facebook at facebook.com/PlayGolfDesigns.

About Platinum Equity:
Founded in 1995 by Tom Gores, Platinum Equity is a global investment firm with approximately $47 billion of assets under management and a portfolio of approximately 50 operating companies that serve customers around the world. Platinum Equity specializes in mergers, acquisitions and operations - a trademarked strategy it calls M&A&0® - acquiring and operating companies in a broad range of business markets, including manufacturing, distribution, transportation and logistics, equipment rental, metals services, media and entertainment, technology, telecommunications and other industries. Over the past 28 years Platinum Equity has completed more than 400 acquisitions.

About MGM Grand Detroit:
Grand Detroit MGM Grand Detroit is the city’s first and only downtown hotel, gaming and entertainment destination built from the ground up. The hotel features 400 chic and stylish guest rooms, including nine rooftop VIP suites and 56 opulent corner suites. The 147,000-square foot casino includes Detroit’s premier poker room, nearly 150 table games, and nearly 2,800 of the hottest slots and video poker machines. Guests enjoy signature restaurants including Detroit’s modern steakhouse & lounge, D.PRIME; the hotel's own sports pub, TAP at MGM Grand Detroit; an urban food hall, Detroit Central Market; several bars and lounges; Detroit's premier sports betting destination, BetMGM Sports Lounge; Topgolf Swing Suite; and IMMERSE, the only resort-style spa in Southeast Michigan. More than 30,000 square feet of meeting space hosts everything from large corporate events to intimate black-tie affairs. MGM Grand Detroit is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM).  For more information, visit mgmgranddetroit.com or call toll free at (877) 888-2121.

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Nisha Sadekar, PGD Global, 310.926.4075, [email protected], pgdglobal.com

Matt Friedman, tannerfriedman.com, 248.762.1430, [email protected], https://tannerfriedman.com/

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