45th annual tournament taking place April 15-21, 2013 at Harbour Town Golf Links
The Heritage, which was established by Sea Pines founder Charles E. Fraser in 1969, has raised millions for charities over the years through the Heritage Classic Foundation and is credited with putting Hilton Head Island and The Sea Pines Resort on the world map. Sea Pines officials say the improvements are part of an islandwide resurgence that will help ensure the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing stays put and the island remains a hot spot for tourists.
Cary Corbitt, the resort's vice president of sports and operations said, "We were sitting around making plans for improvements, but that's as far as we could take it. Sea Pines always struggled with cash flow," added Steve Birdwell, resort president. "That's why the past seven, eight years have been wonderful."
In 2011, the Royal Bank of Canada inked a fiave-year contract as lead sponsor. At the same time, Sea Pines signed a five-year contract to remain the tournament's home. Since then, Sea Pines has shifted into high gear, improving its facilities and golf courses.
In fact, Wilmot - a Sea Pines resident said. "Sea Pines is truly stepping up...and it will make a difference,"
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