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Aaron Hicks Leads Celebrity Golf Tournament with 6-Under 66

2/1/2026

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Aaron Hicks, former New York Yankees outfielder, leads celebrity division at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions in Orlando, Florida, with a 6-under 66.
Hicks last played MLB in 2024 and averages 129 mph clubhead speed.
The tournament has a $500,000 purse, with $100,000 awarded to winner.
He faces John Smoltz and Jeff McNeil.
The four-day event runs through February 1, with final rounds on NBC and Peacock.

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Story summary

Aaron Hicks, former New York Yankees outfielder, leads celebrity division at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions in Orlando, Florida, with a 6-under 66.
Hicks last played MLB in 2024 and averages 129 mph clubhead speed.
The tournament has a $500,000 purse, with $100,000 awarded to winner.
He faces John Smoltz and Jeff McNeil.
The four-day event runs through February 1, with final rounds on NBC and Peacock.