Celebrity Coaches Tee Off at Pro-Am

0:00It's April 30. You're listening to Birmingham News today, AI-powered local news. Big names lit up the program at the region's tradition golf tournament Wednesday in Hoover, Alabama, at Greystone Golf and Country Club. You had football legends like Nick Saven and Kaelin DeBoer from Alabama, Auburn's new head coach Alex Galech, plus Alex Mortensen, Lance Armstrong, Countrystar Riley Green, and even the good day Alabama team all swinging clubs. Kaelin DeBoer teamed up with ProGoffer Ernie Else and got folks talking after his recent contract extension with the Crimson Tide. He expressed deep gratitude to the university's athletic director Greg Byrne, the president, and the trustees, saying he's thrilled to stick around. Alabama for many more winning seasons. Auburn's Alex Galech brought some laughs on the first tee when he shared a fun moment with a young fan, making sure the kids shouted out the classic. Or Eagle Chan before teeing off. The celebrity vibes added extra buzz to the event, highlighting how these coaches are

1:03blending their high-profile roles with some downtime on the course amid busy off seasons. First round of the tournament kicks off Thursday morning, so keep an eye on how the pros stack up after that star-studded warm-up.