{"id":50897,"date":"2025-09-05T07:11:11","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T13:11:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.turtlebackmountaingolfandresort.com\/blog\/?p=50897"},"modified":"2025-09-08T09:00:19","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T15:00:19","slug":"2025-new-mexico-open-makes-streaming-history-with-facebook-live-coverage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.turtlebackmountaingolfandresort.com\/blog\/2025-new-mexico-open-makes-streaming-history-with-facebook-live-coverage\/","title":{"rendered":"2025 New Mexico Open Makes Streaming History with Facebook Live Coverage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
NBC Affiliate News Anchor Joins PGA Tour Winners Notah Begay III and Matt Every to Host Four Days of Live Coverage at Turtleback Mountain Golf & Resort<\/strong><\/div>\n\n\n\n

ELEPHANT BUTTE, N.M. (Sept. 4, 2025) <\/strong>\u2014 For the first time, the New Mexico Open will be streamed live, bringing four days of PGA of America regional tournament action directly to viewers worldwide. Turtleback Mountain Golf & Resort will produce a Facebook Live broadcast of the 2025 New Mexico Open, scheduled for Sept. 14\u201317, with distribution across multiple digital and social platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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KTSM-TV News Anchor Ian Roth<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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KTSM-TV News Anchor Ian Roth<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Anchoring the broadcast will be Associated Press broadcast award-winning journalist Ian Roth, morning news anchor at KTSM-TV (NBC, El Paso\u2013Las Cruces). Roth will be joined by guest hosts and commentators, including Notah Begay III, a four-time PGA Tour winner, and Matt Every, a two-time PGA Tour champion, along with other PGA Tour, PGA of America, and Korn Ferry Tour professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“The opportunity to bring our growing regional audience this premier golfing event via our new KTSM+ platform has everyone very excited,” KTSM News Director Chris Babcock shares. “This partnership underscores our commitment to bringing live, unique shows and sporting events via our various platforms; as well as partnering with premium content providers to give our viewers and users the best experiences possible.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program will deliver several hours of live coverage each day, combining professional tournament play with behind-the-scenes access. Features include mic\u2019d-up players such as Notah Begay III and other professionals during tournament play, drone aerial footage, on-course commentary, interviews with PGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour and PGA of America professionals and golf experts, daily highlights, sponsor segments, and a look at the scenic landscapes and attractions of Sierra County, New Mexico.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis broadcast celebrates the game of golf while also opening a window into the beauty and opportunity of Sierra County, New Mexico,\u201d said PreReal Investments CEO James Prendamano, co-owner of the Turtleback Mountain Golf & Resort. \u201cThe New Mexico Open is a prestigious competition, and by streaming it live we can honor the sport, showcase exceptional play, and share the story of a community that is growing and thriving.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tournament coverage will stream primarily on the resort\u2019s official Facebook pag<\/a>e and will also be available on Turtleback\u2019s LinkedIn, X, and YouTube channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

KTSM+ will carry coverage with distribution access available to all stations owned by Nexstar Media Group, the nation\u2019s largest local television broadcaster and parent company of KTSM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The streaming broadcast will also incorporate the golf podcast \u201cStraight Down the Middle-ish,\u201d hosted by PGA Tour professionals Matt Every, along with Live Forever Golf CEO Scott Riley. The show mixes tour stories, on-course banter and unfiltered conversations with guests from across the golf world. Known for its humor, honesty and insider perspective, the podcast blends expert insight with the lighter side of the sport. The episode recorded at the New Mexico Open will be available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, BuzzSprout and YouTube.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cTo see my city showcased on the national stage is so exciting,\u201d said Senator Crystal Diamond Brantley (R). \u201cThis tournament brings world-class talent right to our backyard and shines a spotlight on the beauty, hospitality, and people that make Sierra County so special. I couldn\u2019t be prouder to welcome players, fans, and viewers from across the country.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nearly 20 sponsors, partners, and government agencies are expected to simulcast the live stream on their own Facebook pages, websites, and other platforms, expanding the program\u2019s available audience to an estimated 1.5 million to 2 million followers and subscribers across all channels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe New Mexico Open has long been a premier stage for talent in the Sun Country PGA Section of the PGA of America,\u201d said Cory Armstrong, executive director of Sun Country Golf House, which oversees the championship. \u201cStreaming the tournament live expands our reach, engages fans in new ways, and highlights the exceptional professionals who embody the best of golf in New Mexico and beyond.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The production is supported by tens of thousands of dollars in paid advertising, boosted social posts from KTSM+ and Turtleback, and organic promotion by sponsors, business and tourism partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 2025 Turtleback Mountain Golf & Resort New Mexico Open marks a milestone in rdigital golf broadcasting, giving fans a front-row seat to competition while highlighting Sierra County, N.M., as a premier destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Turtleback Mountain Golf & Resort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Turtleback Mountain Golf & Resort, host of the New Mexico Open, has become southern New Mexico\u2019s premier golf and lifestyle destination, offering championship golf, upscale residential living and exceptional amenities. Nestled in the scenic Rio Grande Valley, the resort\u2019s 18-hole championship course challenges players of all levels while providing sweeping desert views. Beyond golf, the resort continues to grow with 1,300 planned home sites and completed enhancements such as a shaded driving range designed for player comfort. Additional amenities include pickleball and tennis courts, a spa, a fitness center and a tranquility garden. With a commitment to comfort, recreation and community, Turtleback Mountain Golf & Resort is redefining what it means to live, play and relax in the heart of southern New Mexico. On March 25, 2025, the governor of New Mexico, the chairman of the Sierra County Commission and the mayor of Elephant Butte issued proclamations declaring the date Turtleback Mountain Golf & Resort Day across the state, recognizing the resort\u2019s growing economic, cultural and recreational importance to the region and its new prominence as a premier statewide destination. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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About the New Mexico Open<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since 1954, the New Mexico Open has been a proving ground for some of the game\u2019s greatest names, with past champions including Lee Trevino, Notah Begay III, and D.J. Brigman. During 2025 – 2027, the tournament finds its new home at Turtleback Mountain Golf & Resort, a reimagined, championship-class venue in Elephant Butte, NM. The move elevates the level of play and strengthens ties to the local community through expanded Pro-Am events, youth and military golf clinics, and economic development efforts. Visit suncountrygolf.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Sun Country PGA Section<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Founded in 1974, the Sun Country PGA Section is one of the 41 regional offices of the Professional Golfers\u2019 Association of America (PGA). It serves 240+ PGA of America Golf Professionals and golf enthusiasts across New Mexico and El Paso County, TX through education, tournaments, and community engagement. The Section has been instrumental in developing names such as Notah Begay, Bart & Brad Bryant, Kent Jones, and Rich Beem. Through partnerships and its Sun Country PGA Junior Tour, the organization promotes youth golf while supporting veterans, underserved communities, and growing the game at every level. Visit suncountrygolf.com<\/a> and visit suncountrygolf.com\/foundation<\/a> for information about the Sun Country Golf Foundation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

Media Contact:<\/strong>  <\/div>\n\n\n\n
Patrick Pharris
Turtleback Mountain Golf & Resort New Mexico Open
Patrick@PreRealInvestments.com<\/a>
(702) 491-7464<\/a>         <\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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