A Winning Week at the Travelers Championship
July 1, 2026Trinity Health Of New England was proud to return as presenting sponsor of the Travelers Championship, the premier PGA event held June 24 – 29 at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut. For nearly 40 years, Trinity Health Of New England has supported this signature tournament, a proud participant in the PGA TOUR Tradition of Giving Back. Since 2007, the Travelers Championship has donated over $40 million to over 1,000 non-profits. The 2026 event set a tournament record by generating more than $5 million for over 270 charities.
Trinity Health Of New England and Saint Francis Hospital has served as the Official Medical Provider at the PGA event for about 35 years.
Once again, Trinity Health Of New England also served as the Official Medical Provider, a role it has upheld for about 35 years. The dedicated onsite team included Saint Francis Hospital Emergency Department physicians and nurses, Trinity Health Of New England Mobile Health Care colleagues and local EMTs and paramedics, delivering top-tier care to fans, players and volunteers throughout the week. Their efforts consistently earn praise from event organizers and the PGA alike.
Trinity Health Of New England also supported the tournament’s Military Appreciation Program, which honored active and retired service members with complimentary admission, guest passes and access to the Patriots’ Outpost - an exclusive hospitality venue along the ninth fairway, complete with complimentary lunch and premium views.
Throughout the week, leaders and physicians from Trinity Health Of New England and Saint Francis participated in numerous local media interviews, showcasing the team’s efforts on stations like WFSB and FOX61. To view some of the stories click on the links below:
Keeping fans safe at TPC River Highlands
Medical teams ready at Travelers
Doctor breaks down the physical toll of golf
The Patriots' Outpost at the Travelers Championship
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d2qwlqiJliA
Professional golfer, Viktor Hovland, won the 2026 Travelers Championship in a Monday playoff with Scottie Scheffler. The 2027 Travelers Championship is scheduled to take place June 21 – 27 at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell.
