Press release
Pechanga Resort Casino has officially partnered with professional golfer Gabriella Then to act
as their Ambassador to the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA).
Bill Anderson, Pechanga Resort Casino’s Chief Marketing Officer, announced the sponsorship
at the CM Pro-Am Golf Tournament on Tuesday. He remarked about Then’s unique story,
citing her perseverance as a source of inspiration to young golfers around the world. The
partnership serves to support Then’s tour and her efforts as she promotes the sport to young
girls and women everywhere.
A Southern California girl, Gabriella Then has shot up the ranks in the women’s golfing
community with an impressive record of achievements. Starting tournament golf at nine years
old, Then went on to compete in her first U.S. Women’s Open by 14. She attended the
University of Southern California where she played college golf, earning an All-American title
before joining the Epson Tour in 2017. After missing out on advancing to Stage II of LPGA’s
Qualifying School in 2019, Then considered giving up the sport entirely to pursue other
ventures. She left professional golf for 18 months before reigniting her passion and love for the
game. With a newfound sense of purpose and clarity, Then went on to win three times in four
months in the Cactus and Women’s All Pro Tours. Then found her stride again. Then won the
Ladies European Tour (“LET”) QSchool in 2022 earning her status on LET. In the mid-season,
Then tested her once again flourishing golf game on the Epson Tour where she earned her first
Epson Tour win in her second start of the season. At the end of the 2022 Epson Tour season,
Then finished seventh in the points race, earning her status on the LPGA Tour in 2023.
Pechanga Resort Casino is thrilled to welcome Gabriella Then to their team and is excited to
support her as she continues to showcase her talent and passion for the game.
About Pechanga Resort Casino
Pechanga Resort Casino offers one of the largest and most expansive resort/casino experiences
anywhere in the United States. Voted the number one casino in the country by USA Today and
rated a Four Diamond property by AAA since 2002, Pechanga Resort Casino provides an
unparalleled getaway, whether for the day or for an extended luxury stay. Offering more than
5,500 of the hottest slots, table games, world-class entertainment, 1,100 hotel rooms, dining,
spa and golf at Journey at Pechanga, Pechanga Resort Casino features a destination that meets
and exceeds the needs of its guests and the community. Pechanga Resort Casino is owned and
operated by the Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians. For more information, call toll free (877)
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