It’s no secret that many of college football’s top dogs enjoy hitting the links during the offseason. This was seen this week when legendary former Alabama HC Nick Saban and Ohio State HC Ryan Day took part in the Workday Golden Bear Pro-Am at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio.
Let’s take a look at their day on the greens and see what other celebrities were in attendance at this star-studded event.
College Football Legends Take Part In Ohio Pro-Am Golf Tournament
The Workday Golden Bear Pro-Am, founded by golf legend Jack Nicklaus, is a significant charitable event in Ohio.
It was here, amidst the lush greens of Muirfield Village, that Nick Saban, the retired Alabama coach with seven national titles, and Eyan Day, the current Ohio State head coach with one, shared a moment that captured the attention of sports enthusiasts.
The interaction, as reported by Adam King of Columbus, Ohio’s 10TV, highlighted a camaraderie and mutual respect between the two. Saban, known for his meticulous approach to football, and Day, who has been steering Ohio State through a period of transition and expectation, were seen together behind Ohio State’s national title trophy.
Day: “We’re paired together out there”
Saban: “Oh that’s good, we’ve got a lot to talk about”
Ryan: “Yes we do”
Just a couple of national championship winning head coaches paired together for today’s Memorial Tournament Pro-Am. pic.twitter.com/ewYDOd9Zd1
— Adam King (@AdamKing10TV) May 28, 2025
The exchange was light-hearted yet laden with the weight of their shared experiences. “We’re paired together out there,” Day noted, to which Saban responded, “Oh, that’s good, we’ve got a lot to talk about.” Day agreed, “Yes, we do.”
Nick Saban’s legacy in college football is unparalleled. During his tenure at Alabama, he secured seven national championships, a feat that cements his status as one of the greatest coaches in the history of the sport.
His approach, often described as a blend of intense preparation and strategic innovation, has been well-documented. Saban’s retirement in January 2024 marked the end of an era, but his influence continues to resonate.
Day, on the other hand, has been at the helm of Ohio State since 2019. His most notable achievement before last season’s national title came in 2020 when the Buckeyes, despite a shortened schedule due to the COVID-19 pandemic, clinched the Big Ten Championship and advanced to the College Football Playoff National Championship game.
Although they fell to Saban and Alabama in that game, the journey itself was a testament to Day’s leadership.
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The Memorial Tournament is a platform where champions from various sports converge. The 2025 Pro-Am, held this week, featured a roster of notable figures, including PGA Tour players Justin Thomas, Scottie Scheffler, and Corey Conners, alongside Saban and Day.
Other celebrities in attendance included future NBA Hall of Famer Steph Curry, legendary NFL QB Peyton Manning, and musician Noah Kahan. This gathering is part of a broader tradition where the tournament honors golfing excellence and contributes significantly to charitable causes.
The event’s charitable impact is substantial. In 2022, the Memorial Tournament supported several initiatives, including the Linden Fresh Market and Charitable Pharmacy, Supporting Partnerships to Assure Ready Kids (SPARK), Reach Out and Read (ROR), and Play Strong.
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