Ex-MLB star Derek Lowe eager for next attempt at American Century
Derek Lowe, a former MLB pitcher known for his time with the Boston Red Sox, is now making a name for himself on the golf course. After retiring from baseball in 2013, Lowe traded in his mitt for a golf bag and has been a regular competitor in the American Century Championship, a celebrity golf tournament held at Edgewood Tahoe Resort.
Lowe, a two-time All-Star with the Red Sox, has found a new passion in golf and looks forward to the ACC tournament each year. He describes it as his favorite event, citing the beautiful setting of the course and the amazing fans that come out to watch. Lowe has been a consistent performer in the tournament, finishing in the top 10 in recent years.
The ACC tournament is a 54-hole Stableford format, where golfers earn points based on their score to par on each hole. The golfer with the most points at the end of the tournament is crowned the winner. Lowe, who is entering his 12th year in the tournament, has come close to winning in the past but has yet to take home the championship.
Despite his success on the golf course, Lowe admits that he still gets starstruck meeting some of the superstar athletes and celebrities who compete in the tournament. He recalls meeting Stephen Curry and Patrick Mahomes in past years and feeling in awe of their presence. Lowe is a sports fan at heart and enjoys the opportunity to meet and compete against some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment.
The ACC tournament also serves as a fundraiser for local and national charities, adding an extra element of purpose to the event. The tournament brings together a diverse group of athletes, celebrities, and fans for a week of competitive golf and giving back to the community.
As the tournament approaches, Lowe is gearing up for another exciting week of golf at Edgewood Tahoe Resort. He looks forward to the challenge of competing against some of the best in the world and hopes to finally capture that elusive championship. For Lowe, the ACC tournament is more than just a golf event – it’s a chance to connect with fellow athletes and fans and enjoy the beauty of Lake Tahoe.
