As a part of the 19th annual DICK’S Open, UHS is proud to present the 2026 UHS Health Expo with Ernie Els on Wednesday, June 24, starting at 4 p.m., at En-Joie Golf Course in Endicott.
This year’s Expo will feature Mr. Els, former World No. 1 and member of the World Golf Hall of Fame, in an interview and Q&A session with SiriusXM’s Dave Marr on the 18th green, starting between 6:00 and 6:30 p.m., following the Pro Am.
“We are incredibly proud to welcome Ernie Els to our community - a world-class athlete and a true legend of the sport," said John M. Carrigg, president and chief executive officer of UHS. "Ernie’s lifelong commitment to health, family, and philanthropy make him an ideal spokesperson for a Health Expo centered on advancing health and wellness education and compassionate, community-based care. ."
"We are grateful to continue our partnership with UHS and excited to welcome Ernie Els, an extraordinary member of the World Golf Hall of Fame, to this year’s event," said DICK’S Open Executive Director John Karedes. “Els' professional and personal achievements exemplify his perseverance and passion, and serve as a reminder that anything is possible in the world of golf – making him a perfect choice for this event.”
Prior to Mr. Els’s presentation, the public is invited to a free, interactive, walk-through exposition that will feature demonstrations, screenings and health information, in the large white tent above the 18th green, starting at 4 p.m.
Highlights of the Expo will include:
• Blood pressure screenings
• Exercise challenges with clinical experts in sports medicine, orthopedics and physical rehabilitation
• Healthy parfait samples and recipes
• Giveaways and drawings
• Skin cancer screenings (advance registration required here)
Ernie Els has built a legacy as one of the most accomplished and respected players in the history of the sport. A former World No. 1, Els—nicknamed “The Big Easy” for his physical stature and fluid swing—is one of only six golfers to win both the U.S. Open and The Open Championship twice. A native of South Africa, Els is also an entrepreneur and philanthropist, owning Ernie Els Wines and a golf course design company.
In 2009, after his son was diagnosed with autism, Els and his wife, Liezl, founded the Els for Autism Foundation, a global initiative supporting education, research and care for individuals with autism. Their efforts led to the creation of The Els Center of Excellence, a world-class campus offering leading-edge programs and services. Els is also deeply committed to youth development through the Ernie Els & Fancourt Foundation, which provides educational and financial support to talented young golfers from underprivileged backgrounds in South Africa.
Mr. Els remains an active and highly competitive professional golfer. In 2024, he was named Player of the Year by the Golf Writers Association of America. Els competes in both senior and regular professional events and will take part in the 2026 DICK’S OPEN PRO-AM on Thursday, June 25.
The 2026 DICK’S Open returns to the En-Joie Golf Course in Endicott, New York, the week of June 22 to 27, with a purse of $2.2 million. All three rounds will be broadcast nationally on the GOLF Channel. For more information on the 2026 DICK’S Open, please visit dsgopen.com.
UHS Health Expo Registration
The UHS Health Expo with Ernie Els is free and open to the public. Advance registration is recommended. Click here to register.
In connection with the Expo, UHS will join with the DICK’S Open to host a free Family Fun Night, featuring the movie “Cars,” on Saturday, June 27, at 7:30 p.m., followed by a fireworks display, at En-Joie.
Broome County Charities
Broome County Community Charities, Inc. has been the cornerstone of professional golf in Central New York since the first event was held in 1971. As host of the PGA TOUR's B.C. Open and Champions Tour DICK’S Sporting Goods Open, Broome County Community Charities has contributed over $21million to numerous local charities. Our primary charitable recipients are the Lourdes Hospital Foundation and United Health Services Foundation. Additionally, local service clubs such as Rotary, Kiwanis and Lions who assist in the operation of the tournament, have received substantial dollars for their charitable organizations. We are the two-time recipient of the prestigious Presidents Award, the highest honor on the Champions Tour. Our website is www.dsgopen.com. Follow us at Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn, Threads and X.
About DICK'S Sporting Goods
DICK'S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) creates confidence and excitement by inspiring, supporting and personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Pittsburgh, the leading omnichannel retailer serves athletes and outdoor enthusiasts in more than 850 DICK'S Sporting Goods, Golf Galaxy, Public Lands and Going Going Gone! stores, online, and through the DICK'S mobile app. DICK'S also owns and operates DICK'S House of Sport and Golf Galaxy Performance Center, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile platform for live streaming, scheduling, communications and scorekeeping.
Driven by its belief that sports have the power to change lives, DICK'S has been a longtime champion for youth sports and, together with its Foundation, has donated millions of dollars to support under-resourced teams and athletes through the Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about DICK'S business, corporate giving and employment opportunities can be found on dicks.com, investors.dicks.com, sportsmatter.org, dickssportinggoods.jobs and on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X.
About PGA TOUR Champions
PGA TOUR Champions is a membership organization of professional golfers age 50 and older, including 35 members of the World Golf Hall of Fame. The Tour’s mission is to provide financial opportunities for its players, entertain and inspire its fans, deliver substantial value to its partners, create outlets for volunteers to give back, and generate significant charitable and economic impact in tournament communities. Follow PGA TOUR Champions online at PGATOUR.com, on Facebook, on Twitter (@ChampionsTour), on Instagram (@pgatourchampions), and on TikTok (pgatourchampions). All events are televised in the United States on GOLF Channel, the exclusive cable-television partner of PGA TOUR Champions. Internationally, PGA TOUR Champions coverage is available in more than 170 countries and territories via 22 media partners.
About United Health Services, Inc. (UHS)
United Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit hospital and healthcare system serving Greater Binghamton and surrounding counties. Founded in 1981, UHS provides a full range of medical, surgical, rehabilitative and long-term care services throughout New York’s Southern Tier. United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates.
Follow the latest UHS news and more at nyuhs.org or on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn.