The Barrow Open
Wednesday • February 26 • 2025
TPC Scottsdale Stadium Course
Getting You BACK To Your Game
Barrow Neurological Foundation hosted an inaugural golf tournament, raising $1 million to establish the new Sports Biomechanics Spine Lab at Barrow Neurological Institute. The Barrow Open, presented by PXG with special support from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation, took place at the iconic TPC Scottsdale Stadium Course on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. In addition to a competitive round of golf, highlights included a golf and wellness clinic provided by PXG, a “sneak peek” into the new Barrow Sports Biomechanics Spine Lab from Barrow clinicians, a Hole-In-One contest sponsored by Porsche Salt Lake City on the signature 16th Hole, and an awards reception featuring a live auction.
Sponsorships
$100,000
$50,000
One foursome in tournament, Name/logo incorporated on tournament website, Tee box & pin flag recognition on one hole, Recognition on Barrow Golf Neuroscience Research Laboratory donor display, and Priority access to Barrow Golf Neuroscience Research Laboratory for two guests
$25,000
One foursome in tournament, Name/logo incorporated on tournament website, Recognition on Barrow Golf Neuroscience Research Laboratory donor display, and Priority access to Barrow Golf Neuroscience Research Laboratory for one guest
$10,000
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19th Hole Club
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Timeline of Events & Format
- 10:00 am Registration
- 11:00 am Lunch
- 12:00 pm Welcome & Remarks
- 12:15 pm Shotgun
- 5:00 pm Awards & Cocktail Reception
- 6:30 pm Conclusion
- “Best Ball”, Low Net Format
- *Need USGA Handicap
- Signature Holes Contests with Prizes
Barrow Leadership & Committee
Barrow Leadership
Michael T. Lawton, MD
President and CEO
Barrow Neurological Institute
Sonntag Spine Center Leadership 2025 Barrow Open Honorary Chairs
Juan Uribe, MD
Chief of Division of Spinal Disorders
Chair for Spine Research
Vice Chairman of Neurosurgery
Randall W. Porter, MD
Neurosurgeon
Director of Acoustic Neuroma Program
Scott Kreiner, MD
Physiatrist
Interventional Spine Specialist
Committee
Laurie Carson
Committee Chair
Mark Deatherage
Jock Holliman
Ellen Katz
Eric Kufel
Janet Martin
Andy McCain
Earl Petznick, Jr.
Mitch Pierce
Heidi Teets
Gregg Tryhus
Thank you to our Sponsors!
Core Fore Sponsor
Hole In One Sponsors
Birdie Sponsors
Par Sponsors
Caddie Club Sponsors
19th Hole Sponsors
Proceeds
Proceeds from the Barrow Open will benefit the new Golf Neuroscience Research Laboratory at Barrow Neurological Institute, which will: study the biomechanics of the modern golf swing, conduct pre- and post-injury research on pro and amateur athletes, collect data on golfers before and after spine surgery, and develop cutting-edge treatment and science-backed guidelines.
The Barrow Golf Neuroscience Research Laboratory
When it comes to back pain, the modern golf game is no laughing matter: it is a contact sport that can cause serious physical injury. About 55% of professional golfers and 35% of amateur golfers experience sport-related back injuries. Currently, there is little evidence-based research on the exact cause of golfers’ back pain, how to best treat it, and when it will be safe to get back to the game. Barrow will change this paradigm.
Barrow was a key player in developing the National Football League (NFL) Game Day Concussion Diagnosis and Management Protocol, which includes baseline testing, innovative research, video technology, and standardized evaluations. By establishing the Golf Neuroscience Research Laboratory, Barrow aims to deliver that same level of innovative research and uniform treatment guidelines for golfers suffering from back injuries.
The Golf Neuroscience Research Laboratory will collaborate with golfers of all levels, and research will be conducted utilizing analytic equipment developed by Gears Sports.™ The data produced by this state-of-the-art system indicates whether the biomechanics of a player’s swing contribute to back pain. Over time, the team will develop a comprehensive database differentiating healthy and hurtful golf swings for further investigation.
We’re not here to teach you know to hit farther, but how to healthier
Randall Porter, MD
Neurosurgeon
Director of Acoustic Neuroma Program