Jul 2, 2018 | General News, Special Events
WHAT: Mohegan Sun welcomes back UCONN coach Geno Auriemma on Friday, July 20th for a special Signings & Sightings event.
WHEN/WHERE: Friday, July 20th
Signing Event – 5:30pm
Bottom of Winter Entrance Escalators
NOTE: Media opportunities are available. Please contact Melissa Tarlton at 860.862.4492 or [email protected] for more information.
IN DETAIL: Legendary basketball coach Geno Auriemma makes a slam dunk with fans during an exclusive Signings & Sightings event at Mohegan Sun. On Friday, July 20th, stop by the bottom of the Winter Escalator to meet Geno as he signs autographs for fans before the Connecticut Sun game in the Arena, featuring some of his former players!
Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to time restrictions, Geno Auriemma will only be signing the headshots given out at event OR 1 personal item per guest. There will be no personalization. This event is bracelet-only. A limited number of bracelets will be distributed starting at 4:00pm at the signing location at the bottom of the Winter Entrance escalators.
ABOUT SIGNINGS & SIGHTINGS: Mohegan Sun’s Signings & Sightings, presented in collaboration with Spin Street, is a one-of-a-kind experience that allows guests to get up-close-and-personal with some of the world’s biggest entertainers. Whether it’s an up-and-coming band, well-known comedian or chart-topping musician, a Signings & Sightings event provides artists with an exciting opportunity to share their latest work in an interactive way with fans. Spin Street, located in The Shops at Mohegan Sun, offers a variety of music, movies and entertainment memorabilia with special signing merchandise available for each Signings & Sightings event.
ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN: Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
Jul 2, 2018 | General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 25, 2018) – When you do the math, it appears that 1 Dodge Demon + 1 Dodge Viper = $1,000,000.
The sale of a truly dynamic duo – the last-production 2018 Dodge Demon and the last-production 2017 Dodge Viper – billed as The Ultimate Last Chance. Head to head on the auction block, both dressed in brilliant Viper Red, the high-horsepower pair of Mopar muscle cars brought the packed house to its feet when the gavel came down on a cool $1 million, all of which will go to the United Way, FCA/Dodge’s charity of choice for more than 60 years. And the American Heart Association also benefited from the historical sale, with the 10% buyer’s fee supporting Barrett-Jackson’s yearlong Driven Hearts charity initiative for the organization.
The second charity sale of the day was dedicated to the AHA: a sparkling white 35th Anniversary Edition Chevrolet Corvette generously donated by Darrell and Charmaigne Pullen, a Kentucky couple who were moved by the sale of an identical car for the Driven Hearts campaign at the 2018 Scottsdale Auction. The Pullen family joined the AHA’s Debra Wilson and local AHA members on the auction block to watch the ’Vette bring in $60,000, another huge step in raising much-needed awareness and funds to battle heart disease, America’s #1 killer.
Another big highlight of Super Saturday was the colorful visit of the goldRush Rally to the auction site at Mohegan Sun, with Barrett-Jackson, Shell and Pennzoil rolling out the “gold carpet” to welcome them.
For the last decade, goldRush Rally has welcomed distinguished guests, VIP celebrities and automotive influencers to the #1 luxury rally in the country. The visit to Barrett-Jackson marks the first-ever stop at a collector car auction as they make their way across the country during their 10th annual event, covering 10 cities in 10 days. WWE wrestler Bill Goldberg was among the 160 participants in 80 extraordinary cars, three of which roared onto the Motor Trend Live Stage, sharing their remarkable story with onlookers.
The day began with the sale of the premier pieces of automobilia from the over 450 items on offer at this year’s Northeast Auction. Those that rose to the top were spectacular indeed, including a large, gas-powered vintage U.S. Air Force promotional jet “go-kart” and an iconic Mobil Oil Pegasus animated neon service station sign, each of which sold for $28,175. A hand-built 1/3-scale 1956 Corvette SR Prototype go-kart from the Ashton Collection brought in $27,600, while two impressive neon signs – another Mobil Oil Pegasus from the 1950s and a 1940s Chrysler-Plymouth example – went to new homes for $25,875 and $23,000 respectively.
The most-anticipated of the 650+ collector cars at this year’s event had their turn on the auction block on the final day, with some impressive sales and two world records set, including the sale of a 1973 Dodge Challenger Custom Coupe for $92,400 and a 2015 Rolls-Royce Ghost for $203,500, which was also the #2 sale of the day. Other top sales of Saturday – and of the auction – were a custom 1967 Chevrolet Nova known as “The InNOVAtor” for $275,000, a 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon for $198,000 and a 1967 Shelby GT500E Super Snake for $192,500.
That’s a wrap for the 3rd Annual Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction from Mohegan Sun. Barrett-Jackson’s next event is in Las Vegas from September 27th-29th! Check out the Northeast Auction highlights video HERE, as well as a gallery of memorable moments and top sales from a truly unforgettable Super Saturday in Connecticut.
About Mohegan Sun: Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
Jun 28, 2018 | Comedy, Entertainment, General News
Live in the Arena July 28th; Tickets on sale June 29th
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 28, 2018) – Veterans of SNL: Jon Lovitz, Darrell Hammond, Chris Kattan & Finesse Mitchell bring an evening of stand-up to Mohegan Sun Arena on Saturday, July 28th. Presented by Comix, the hilarious former SNL cast will be live at 8:00pm.
Tickets are $39.00 and $29.00 and go on sale Friday, June 29th at 10:00am through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge By Phone number 1.800.745.3000. Tickets will also be available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office beginning on Saturday, June 30th, subject to availability.
About Jon Lovitz: Jon Lovitz has been one of the best known comedians for the last twenty years. He was nominated for an Emmy his first two years on Saturday Night Live, and while he was there he became known for his characters “Tommy Flanagan of the Pathological Liars Anonymous” (“Year, that’s the ticket,”) “Master Thespain,” “Hanukkah Harry” and “the Devil.” He has appeared in numerous films including Big, A League Of Their Own, The Wedding Singer, High School High, Small Time Crooks, Rat Race, The Producers, Eight Crazy Nights, The Benchwarmers, Grown Ups, amongst others.
Along with his comedy, Jon is well known for his distinctive voice. He was the lead voice for the character “Jay Sherman” in the acclaimed cult cartoon series, The Critic. He has also appeared in twelve episodes of The Simpsons, even creating the character of Marge Simpson’s boyfriend, “Artie Ziff” (who sounds suspiciously like Jay Sherman).
Jon has also appeared on Broadway at the Music Box Theatre in Neil Simon’s play The Dinner Party, taking over the lead role from Henry Winkler. He has sung (yes, he can sing!) at Carnegie Hall three times (including Great Performances: Ira Gershwin at 100: A Celebration at Carnegie Hall) and sung the National Anthem at Dodger Stadium and the U.S. Open. He also sang with English rock star, Robbie Williams at the Royal Alpert Hall and appears on his album, Swing While You’re Winning!
Additionally, Jon has had an illustrious television career. He was the first famous guest star on the hit show Friends. In the same week, he appeared on an episode of Seinfeld. Jon also had recurring roles on Hot in Cleveland, Las Vegas, Two and a Half Men, Hawaii Five-O, and New Girl.
About Darrell Hammond: For years now, Hammond has brought to life a cavalcade of politicians, media figures, celebrities and newsmakers on television. Darrell is known for being one of the most prolific comedians of his time. He holds the title for being the longest running cast member on SNL. He frequently tours comedy clubs and theaters boasting a number of brilliant impressions in his act that keep people laughing nationwide. Hammond has brought a number of wonderful impressions to SNL over the years. Television critics and viewers alike, for their accuracy and range, have applauded each and every one of his impressions. Amongst the great number of people he has mimicked include: Bill Clinton, Sean Connery, Regis Philbin, Dan Rather, John Travolta, Jesse Jackson, Richard Dreyfus, Jay Leno, Donald Trump and Ted Koppel.
In addition to his SNL appearances, Hammond has been seen in a number of feature films and television shows. As a truly versatile actor Darrell has displayed his talents in both dramatic and comedic roles. Some of his feature films include: Screen Gems feature Wieners and the Regency feature Bob Bailey’s Disco Balls. He has also starred opposite Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen in Warner Bros’ New York Minute and in the Dimension features Scary Movie 3 and Scary Movie 6. He shared the screen with Frankie Muniz and Hillary Duff in MGM’s Agent Cody Banks. Darrell also starred with Anthony Hopkins and Alec Baldwin in El Dorado Picture’s The Devil And Daniel Webster. He received tremendous amount of reviews for his portrayal as a deranged but intense criminal defense lawyer in Dick Wolf’s Law And Order: SVU. Darrell also disturbed audiences with his masterfully creepy roll as The Deacon in the television series Damages. Additionally, he did a guest spot on NBC’s Third Rock From The Sun. His other film credits include an appearance in Universal’s Blues Brothers 2000, which also starred Dan Aykroyd, and Disney’s Celtic Pride. In 1999 he moved audiences everywhere by playing the voice of Master Little in Disney’s animated hit The King And I.
Recently, Darrell has seen a massive resurgence in national notoriety due to his uncanny impression of Donald Trump. From his first impression of Trump on SNL 15 years ago (earning him the praise of Trump himself), Darrell’s imitation of the outspoken presidential candidate has evolved along with all of the extreme changes in his public appearance. Hailed as “The Comeback Kid” by the Wall Street Journal, Darrell’s impression has become a favorite of the country, drawing some of the largest viewership to SNL in recent history.
About Chris Kattan: Chris Kattan is best known as one of the longest serving cast members on NBC’s Saturday Night Live. In the eight years Chris starred in the landmark late night program, he became best known for his characters ‘Mango,’ ‘Mr Peepers’ and one of the ‘Butabi Brothers’ opposite Will Ferrell which was such a hit that the sketch was adapted into the 1998 cult classic, Night at the Roxbury. Kattan went on to star in Corky Romano where he plays the black sheep son in a family of mobsters and played the villain in the Malcolm D. Lee film, Undercover Brother, opposite Eddie Griffin.Kattan starred as a series regular in the ABC hit series, The Middle and recently had some memorable appearances in the Adam Sandler films Hotel Transylvania and The Ridiculous 6.
About Finesse Mitchell: A multi-faceted actor, comedian and author, Mitchell is best known for his three-year run on Saturday Night Live, creating hilarious characters like “Starrkeisha” and impersonating actor Morgan Freeman and rapper 50 Cent. He has also appeared on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with host Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers, and starred in the hit urban movie Who’s Your Caddy. Mitchell can also be seen on the Disney Channel’s hit show A.N.T. Farm which also streams on Netflix where he plays Officer Darryl Parks, aka “China’s Dad.”
Mohegan Sun Arena is now ranked consistently among the top venues in the world according to Billboard Magazine, Pollstar and Venues Today. It has won “Casino of The Year” at the Country Music Awards in 2008 & 2010 and in 2013, was voted “Arena Of The Year” at the G2E Global Gaming Conference in Las Vegas. Mohegan Sun Arena was also ranked among the top 10 arena venues in the nation for 2014, regardless of size. In 2015, Mohegan Sun took home the IEBA award for “Casino of the Year.” Mohegan Sun also won “Casino of the Year” in 2 categories at the 2013 & 2016 Academy of Country Music Awards. For more information on concerts and other great events, visit Mohegan Sun. For information on this week’s schedule, call the Entertainment and Special Events hotline at 1.888.226.7711, ext. 27163.
Jun 25, 2018 | Boxing, Comedy, Entertainment, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Sports, Travel & Leisure
Headliners include U2, Britney Spears, Charlie Puth, Camila Cabello, 5 Seconds of Summer, Sugarland and so many more!
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 25, 2018) – Mohegan Sun is rolling out the best in entertainment for all types of fans and concertgoers! From live music, to comedy, the CT Sun and boxing, there is no other place to experience the variety of entertainment Mohegan Sun will bring this summer. In late June, the Barenaked Ladies kick off the summer with a spectacle you won’t want to miss. A record of more than 290 shows and sporting events will follow this performance, for a full 10 weeks until September 3rd.
The star-studded lineup set to hit Mohegan Sun Arena includes: Barenaked Ladies June 29th, Slugfest at the Sun (STAR Boxing) June 30th, U2 July 3rd, The Off Color Comedy Tour Presented by Comix July 7th, Steely Dan & The Doobie Brothers July 8th, Barry Manilow July 10th, Britney Spears July 15th, Charlie Puth July 19th, Jeff Dunham July 21st, Evanescence & Lindsey Stirling July 25th, Smashing Pumpkins July 29th, Camila Cabello July 31st, Halestorm + In This Moment August 2nd, Rise Against August 3rd, Jason Mraz August 4th, Brantley Gilbert August 11th, 3 Doors Down & Collective Soul August 16th, Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy August 24th & 25th, 5 Seconds of Summer August 29th, Sugarland August 30th and Fall Out Boy August 31st. Tickets are available at the Mohegan Sun Box Office or through Ticketmaster. Ticketmaster customers may log on to Ticketmaster.com or call Ticketmaster’s national toll free Charge by Phone number 1.800.745.3000.
The Wolf Den – open seven days a week, free and for guests 21 and over – will bring in acts such as Phil Dirt & The Dozers June 25th, Jimmy & The Hat Tricks June 25th, Aubrie Sellers June 28th, Tonic June 29th, Charo June 30th, Chris Lane July 1st, Crazy On You – A Tribute to Heart July 2nd, Steve Azar July 5th, Robert Randolph & The Family Band July 6th, Little Anthony & The Imperials July 7th, Michael Tyler July 8th, Red Light July 9th, Jeff Pitchell’s Legends July 12th, From Ashes To New July 13th, Home Free July 14th, The Social Animals July 15th, Wildee July 16th, Remember When Rock Was Young July 19th, 10 Years July 20th, ZZ Ward July 21st, Tony Jackson July 22nd, Juice Box July 23rd, Runaway June July 26th, Katey Sagal & The Reluctant Apostles July 27th, Mike Delguidice & Big Shot July 28th, Carbon Leaf July 29th, Sugar July 30th, The McCartney Years August 2nd, Luke Pell August 3rd, Us The Duo August 4th, Seth Ennis August 5th, No Mind August 6th, Boogie Wonder Band August 9th, Cam August 10th, The Elvis Tribute Artist Spectacular August 11th & 12th, The Pop Rocks August 13th, Walker McGuire August 16th, The Menzingers August 17th, Eli Young Band August 18th, Draw The Line August 19th, Wicked Peach August 20th, Michael Ray August 23rd, Hatebreed August 24th, Everclear August 25th, The Doo Wop Project August 26th, Fast Ricky August 27th, Hannah Ellis August 30th and Canaan Smith August 31st.
Mohegan Sun’s very own WNBA team Connecticut Sun will have multiple home games inside Mohegan Sun Arena throughout June, July and August! Home games include:
- CT Sun VS. Indiana Fever – Wednesday, June 27th at 7:00pm
- CT Sun VS. NY Liberty – Wednesday, July 11th at 11:30am
- CT Sun VS. Phoenix Mercury – Friday, July 13th at 7:00pm
- CT Sun VS. Atlanta Dream – Tuesday, July 17th at 7:00pm
- CT Sun VS. Seattle Storm – Friday, July 20th at 7:00pm
- CT Sun VS. Washington Mystics – Tuesday, July 24th at 7:00pm
- CT Sun VS. NY Liberty – Wednesday, August 1st at 7:00pm
- CT Sun VS. Las Vegas Aces – Sunday, August 5th at 3:00pm
- CT Sun VS. Chicago Sky – Sunday, August 12th at 3:00pm
- CT Sun VS. Dallas Wings – Tuesday, August 14th at 7:00pm
- CT Sun VS. Minnesota Lynx – Friday, August 17th at 7:00pm
- CT Sun VS. LA Sparks – Sunday, August 19th at 3:00pm
For more information on events at Mohegan Sun, visit our website or call the Entertainment Hotline at 1.888.226.7711 X 27163.
About Mohegan Sun: Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram@mohegansun, view us on YouTubeand find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
Jun 25, 2018 | Community Relations, Entertainment, General News, Special Events, Travel & Leisure
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 25, 2018) – Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions®, delivered another incredible record-breaking automotive celebration during its 3rd Annual Northeast Auction, June 20-23, 2018, at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. During the four-day event, 662 vehicles crossed the block with a 99.25 percent sell through rate, selling for more than $24.9 million, while 457 pieces of automobilia brought in over $832,000. Barrett-Jackson also fueled support for charity by raising $1.245 million from the sale of five vehicles, including the historic sale of Dodge’s last production 2017 Viper and 2018 Challenger SRT Demon for $1 million. In total, Barrett-Jackson set a Northeast Auction sales record, reaching nearly $27 million in total sales.
Celebrities, including actor and pro wrestler Bill Goldberg, NBA star Ray Allen, NFL player Barkevious Mingo and comedian Jeff Ross were on-site to join in the high-octane auction action. Barrett-Jackson’s Super Saturday was full of adrenaline-filled fun and included a stop from goldRush Rally as they kicked off their 10th Anniversary Rally, which will stop in 10 cities over 10 days across the United States. The rally is comprised of some of the most passionate auto enthusiasts driving the most spectacular supercars on the planet, and this was the first time in goldRush’s history that the rally stopped at a collector car auction during their epic drives.
“Once again the energy and passion at our Northeast Auction has been incredible to experience this past week,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “We kicked off the event in a big way on Family Value Day with the historic unveil of the last production 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon (Lot #3002.1) in Mohegan Sun’s spectacular new Expo Center. The next three days continued to ramp up with hundreds of collectible vehicles and automobilia pieces, Ride ’N Drives, Thrill Rides and interactive exhibits. We were honored to be the first collector car auction to host the goldRush Rally, and Saturday was also highlighted by the charity sales of the last production Dodge Viper and last Demon, along with a 35th Anniversary Chevrolet Corvette to help support our yearlong Driven Hearts charity initiative. It was truly an electric weekend and we thank all of our guests for making it such a memorable auction.”
The top 10 vehicles sold during the 2018 Barrett-Jackson Northeast Auction included:
- 1967 CHEVROLET NOVA CUSTOM COUPE “THE INNOVATOR” (Lot #687) – $275,000
- 1967 SHELBY GT500E SUPER SNAKE (Lot #667) – $210,000
- 2015 ROLLS-ROYCE GHOST (Lot #685) – $203,500 *Record
- 2018 DODGE CHALLENGER SRT DEMON (Lot #650) – $198,000
- 1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS454 LS6 (Lot #670) – $172,700
- 1970 PLYMOUTH ROAD RUNNER SUPERBIRD (Lot #671) – $170,500
- 1965 CHEVROLET CORVETTE 396/425 CONVERTIBLE (Lot #680) – $170,500
- 2010 FERRARI 458 ITALIA (Lot #686) – $170,500
- 1970 DODGE CHARGER R/T CUSTOM COUPE (Lot #689) – $156,800
- 1960 CHEVROLET CORVETTE 283/250 CONVERTIBLE (Lot #665.1) – $144,100
Charity sales took center stage during the Northeast Auction with the sale of five vehicles that raised a total of $1.245 million. Pro wrestler Bill Goldberg was on the block to amp up excitement for the last-production models of the 2018 Dodge Challenger SRT Demon (Lot #3002.1) and 2017 Dodge Viper (Lot #3002). The pair crossed the block on Saturday and together hammered in for $1 million to benefit the United Way. The $100,000 buy fee was donated to Barrett-Jackson’s yearlong Driven Hearts campaign supporting the American Heart Association. On Saturday evening, a ’88 Corvette 35th Anniversary Edition (Lot #3003) sold for $60,000 benefitting the American Heart Association. On Friday, a ’71 Corvette Sting Ray (Lot #3000) sold to benefit The Klingberg Family Centers and a ’70 Chevrolet C10 Pickup (Lot #3001) sold to benefit the American Red Cross.
“It’s rewarding to be a part of the enthusiasm of the automotive community across the Northeast,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “We’ve been so blessed to have this community behind us over the last three years, which includes their tremendous support of our charity efforts. With the generous support of our consignors and bidders, we have helped raise nearly $104 million to date for people across the country, from all ages and walks, live healthier and more meaningful lives. We’re so grateful to be a part of the good that comes from helping those in need.”
Automobilia was an integral part of the Barrett-Jackson experience during the 3rd Annual Northeast Auction and set a three-day auction record for total sales, selling 457 pieces that offered something for every type of collector and enthusiast. Automobilia sales soared to over $832,000, with the following top five sales:
- Late 1960s US Air Force Promotional Jet Shaped Go-Kart (Lot #8288) – $28,175
- 1950s Mobil Oil left-facing porcelain Pegasus neon sign (Lot #8297) – $28,175
- Hand-Built 1/3-Scale 1956 Corvette SR Prototype Go-Kart (Lot #8268) – $27,600
- 1950s Mobil Oil right-facing porcelain Pegasus neon sign (Lot #8298) – $25,875
- 1940s Chrysler-Plymouth single-sided neon porcelain sign (Lot #8294) – $23,000
Barrett-Jackson’s 2018 Las Vegas Auction is September 27-29, 2018, at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. To submit an application to consign at the 2018 Las Vegas Auction, click here. For information on becoming a bidder, go to Barrett-Jackson.com/bid. Also, follow Barrett-Jackson on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter for the latest news and information heading into the 2018 Las Vegas Auction.
About The Barrett-Jackson Auction Company: Established in 1971 and headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions®, is the leader in collector car and automotive lifestyle events, which include authentic automobilia auctions and the sale of high-profile estates and private collections. The company produces auctions in Scottsdale, Arizona; Palm Beach, Florida; at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut; and Las Vegas, Nevada. With broadcast partners Velocity and Discovery Channel, Barrett-Jackson features extensive live television coverage, including broadcasts in over 150 countries internationally. Barrett-Jackson also endorses a one-of-a-kind collector car insurance for collector vehicles and other valued belongings. For more information about Barrett-Jackson, visit Barrett-Jackson.com or call 480-421-6694.
About Mohegan Sun: Owned by Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to three unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, 2 world-class spas, a golf course, over 90 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram@mohegansun, view us on YouTube and find us on Snapchat at username MoheganSun.
Jun 18, 2018 | Entertainment, General News, Hot Summer Fun, Special Events, Sports, Travel & Leisure
New names include Adam Thielen, Rodney Harrison, Michael Finley and more
UNCASVILLE, CT (June 18, 2018) – “The State Farm Showdown,” hosted by Aaron Rodgers and Chris Paul and presented by Turner Sports and CAA Sports, has added more celebrity athletes to the list of current and past NFL and NBA icons pitting against each other for the first-of-its-kind charity golf tournament set to take place at Mohegan Sun Golf Club June 27th & 28th.
An up-to-date confirmed list of players:
- Ray Allen: Former UConn legend and top three-point shooter in NBA history whose career spanned the Milwaukee Bucks, Boston Celtics and Miami Heat. Allen has two NBA championship rings (2008 & 2013)
- Larry Fitzgerald: Longtime Arizona Cardinals receiver, named to 11 Pro Bowls since being drafted third overall in the 2004 NFL Draft out of Pittsburgh. Caught two touchdown passes in Super Bowl XLIII
- Patrick Peterson: A teammate of Fitzgerald on the Cardinals, one of the NFL’s top cover corners. Named to the Pro Bowl in each of his first seven seasons since entering the league as a first round pick in 2011
- JR Smith: Former NBA champion with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2016 has also played with the New Orleans Hornets, Denver Nuggets and New York Knicks. Tabbed Kia NBA Sixth Man of the Year in 2013
- Reggie Bush: Legendary USC running back and former NFL running back who ran for more than 1,000 yards for the Miami Dolphins in 2011 and crossed the mark again for the Detroit Lions in 2013
- Kyle Korver: NBA All-Star in 2015 with the Atlanta Hawks, the veteran three-point marksman has also spent time with the Philadelphia 76ers, Utah Jazz, Chicago Bulls and most recently the Cleveland Cavaliers
- Josh Scobee: Former NFL kicker played more than a decade with the Jacksonville Jaguars and Pittsburgh Steelers
- Adam Thielen: Minnesota State University alumni and current wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings. First Vikings receiver since Sidney Rice in 2009 to surpass 1,000 receiving yards in a single season
- Rashean Mathis: Former NFL cornerback first drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2003 and also played for the Detroit Lions
- Rodney Harrison: Former NFL player for the San Diego Chargers and New England Patriots. Harrison set and still holds the record for sacks by a defensive back, as well as the first NFL player with 30 sacks and 30 interceptions in NFL history
- Deron Williams: Three-time NBA All-Star who began his career with the Utah Jazz in 2005 and most recently to the Cleveland Cavaliers
- Michael Finley: NBA legend who played a total 15 seasons for teams including Phoenix Suns, Dallas Mavericks, San Antonio Spurs (winning an NBA championship with the Spurs in 2007) and Boston Celtics
- Michael Conley: A teammate of the Memphis Grizzlies since drafted as the fourth overall pick in 2007 and recently surpassed Shareef Abdur-Rahim as the third highest-scoring Grizzlies player of all time
*** Participants are subject to change ***
Tickets for “The State Farm Showdown” are available now at Ticketmaster.com and via 1.800.745.3000, along with the Mohegan Sun Box Office, subject to availability. General admission is $20.00 on individual days and $30.00 for a two-day package. There are also “Triple Tee” VIP passes available, starting at $150.00 for guests 21 and over. The VIP passes allow access to exclusive viewing areas as well as unlimited food and open bar at two locations at Mohegan Sun Golf Club. More details can be found at: The State Farm Showdown.
There is no on-site public parking at Mohegan Sun Golf Club for this golf tournament. Guests that purchase tickets will be able to take a free shuttle from Mohegan Sun’s group hotel area at Sky Tower. The shuttle will leave from Mohegan Sun starting at 8:30am on June 27th and 9:30am on June 28th, and returning to Mohegan Sun from the golf course starting at 5:00pm. Per each paying adult, their ticket gives access to up to two people under 17 to join them on the shuttle and experience the golf tournament.
About Turner Sports: Turner Sports, a division of Turner, is an industry leader in the delivery of premium sports content across all multimedia screens. Turner Sports’ television coverage includes the NBA, Major League Baseball, NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship, ELEAGUE and professional golf, along with the UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League beginning in Summer 2018. The company also manages some of the most popular sports destinations across digital and social platforms including Bleacher Report and its top-rated app, NCAA.com and the critically-acclaimed NCAA March Madness Live suite of products, PGA.com and the Sports Emmy Award-winning PGA Championship LIVE, as well as an accompanying collection of mobile sites and connected device apps. Turner Sports and the NBA jointly manage NBA Digital, a robust collection of offerings including NBA TV, NBA.com, NBA LEAGUE PASS, the NBA App and NBAGLEAGUE.com. Turner Sports recently launched B/R Live, a premium live streaming sports platform that serves as the central hub for both the discovery and consumption of live sports content. The new streaming service allows fans to find and watch their favorite sports content anywhere, anytime and on the screen of their choice.
About CAA Sports: The five-time recipient of the award for “Best in Talent Representation and Management,” presented by the Sports Business Journal, CAA Sports represents more than 1,700 of the world’s best athletes in such sports as baseball, football, hockey, basketball, soccer, tennis, Olympics and action sports, and golf, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities. Beyond traditional athlete representation, CAA Sports provides unique opportunities for clients off the field, in areas including licensing, endorsements, speaking, philanthropy, books, and video games. CAA Sports also works in the areas of broadcast rights, corporate marketing initiatives, licensing, hospitality, and sports properties for sales/sponsorships, for which the agency won “Best in Property Consulting, Sales, and Client Service” at the 2016 Sports Business Awards. CAA Sports is a division of leading entertainment and sports agency Creative Artists Agency (CAA). CAA represents the most creative and successful artists working in film, television, music, theatre, video games, and digital content, and provides a range of strategic marketing services to corporate clients.
About State Farm®:
The mission of State Farm is to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams. State Farm and its affiliates are the largest providers of auto and home insurance in the United States. Its nearly 19,000 agents and approximately 65,000 employees serve more than 84 million policies and accounts – more than 81 million auto, fire, life, health and commercial policies, and more than 2 million bank accounts. Commercial auto insurance, along with coverage for renters, business owners, boats and motorcycles, is available. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies. State Farm is ranked No. 36 on the 2018 Fortune 500 list of largest companies. For more information, please visit statefarm.com.
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