October 29, 2021 | BY AAGD STAFF
Santonio Holmes, a round 1, pick #25 in the 2006 NFL Draft, is an avid golfer nowadays. The former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver and Super Bowl MVP gets out on the greens very often, and, even took part in the inaugural NFL Draft Pro-Am held at the historic Firestone Country Club in Akron, Ohio.
Holme’s engagement with the game was particularly nice to see during the tournament, and his ‘sweet’ swing can be seen in the video below. This smooth, controlled, effortless swing can only be obtained by playing/practicing lots of golf.
Held April 28th and 29th, the 36-hole first-time tournament was contested on Firestone’s famed South and North courses. Other activities included a “chalk talk” at the nearby Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton along with an exciting NFL Draft viewing party..
Holmes’ passion for golf is evident. And his ‘sweet swing’ backs that up, for sure.
The NFL Alumni Draft Pro-Am & Experience, was hosted by the National Football League Alumni Association (NFL Alumni) – the oldest and most recognizable national organization of retired professional athletes. The event attracted a swath of legends including Pro Football Hall of Famers Lawrence Taylor, Anthony Munoz and Steve Largent. Each NFL player captained a team of four amateur golfers as they competed for prizes.
The event was not just for bragging rights, either. It benefitted the NFL Player Care Foundation, an independent organization dedicated to helping retired NFL players improve their quality of life by providing programs and assistance with medical, emotional, financial, social and community issues.
