#2012 Hyundai Tournament of Champions

The 2012 edition of the Hyundai Tournament of Champions raised more than $277,000 for local charities on Maui. A reception was held today to celebrate the funding distribution, from the tournament proceeds.

Dancers from the Polynesian Cultural Center on Oahu, performed vignettes from their show “Ha”, translated as the breath of life, to open the 2012 Hyundai Tournament of Champions on Maui. The performance cleared the way for champion golfers to make a statement at Kapalua under clear skies and a view of breaking waves on the shores of Honolua and Mokuleia Bays below.

By Rodney S. Yap Defending champion Jonathan Byrd shot a 6-under 67 to claim a one-stroke lead over four players after Friday’s first round of the Hyundai Tournament of Champions. Byrd produced six consecutive birdies on his front nine, including two 30-foot-plus putts, and finished with two birdies on the back nine after suffering a […]

In an effort to give back to the community hosting the tournament, organizers will select six local charities as the primary beneficiaries of this year’s tournament proceeds.

Public parking will be located at the at Honua Kai Resort, with free shuttles running each day, beginning 15 minutes prior to the gates opening and running continuously throughout the day.

Pro golfer Jonathan Byrd makes a return flight to Maui in the New Year confirming his commitment to play in the 2012 Hyundai Tournament of Champions taking place January 5-9, 2012 at The Plantation Course in Kapalua.