What to Know Before the 2025 RBC Heritage Tournament

Author

Chris H
April 17, 2025

Alright, golf fans, it’s time to trade green jackets for plaid ones! The RBC Heritage, South Carolina’s Lowcountry bash, tees off April 17-20, 2025, at Harbour Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island. Fresh off the Masters, this PGA TOUR Signature Event is like a beachside BBQ with world-class golf. Here’s the quick scoop to get you pumped for the tartan takeover!

I meant to send this out earlier this morning but ended up being able to hit up the gym for a swim workout and did that instead. If you’re new here, I have a 6 month old daughter, so my like “100% crush it work ethic” sometimes gets pushed to the side as life throws wrenches and baby spoons my way.

But on to what you’re reading this for…

Harbour Town: Where Precision Beats Power

  • Par 71, 7,213 yards: Pete Dye’s masterpiece is short but spicy, with tiny Bermuda greens and fairways tighter than your favorite golf pants. (I’ve also planted Bermuda grass in my yard recently so if you’ve got any advice hit reply and let me know. I’m Florida based)

  • Why It’s Tricky: Think tree-lined alleys and greens the size of a postage stamp. Bombers beware—Harbour Town rewards laser-like irons and a silky short game. The par-4 14th is a beast, with bunkers that’ll make you cry (4.00 scoring average, ouch!).

  • Strategy Hack: Bet on players who hit fairways and scramble like pros. Think Scottie Scheffler (2024 champ) or Matt Fitzpatrick, not long-hitting wild cards.

  • Fun Fact: It’s like playing TPC Sawgrass’s little brother—accuracy over ego wins here.

Tournament Lowdown

  • Signature Event Vibes: No cut, ~72 top players, $20M purse ($3.6M to the winner), and 700 FedExCup points. Everyone plays all weekend!

  • Schedule Snapshot:

    • Thursday-Sunday, April 17-20: Showtime!

  • Cool Tradition: Defending champ Scottie Scheffler gets to whack a featherie ball into the water with an old-school hickory club. Talk about swagger!

  • Why We Love It: Since 1969, it’s been a Hilton Head staple, with legends like Arnold Palmer and Jordan Spieth rocking the tartan jacket.

Who’s Playing (and Who’s Not)

  • Big Names: Scheffler’s back to defend his title (fresh off his Masters-Heritage double in 2024). You’ll also see Ludvig Aberg, Collin Morikawa, Xander Schauffele, Jason Day, and Team RBC stars like Sam Burns and Sahith Theegala. Sadly, Rory McIlroy’s taking a post-Masters nap.

  • Sleeper Alert: Ryo Hisatsune (100-1 odds) is your dark horse. This guy’s a fairway-hitting machine with three top-10s in 2025. Perfect for Harbour Town’s tight tracks!

  • Strategy Hack: Pick players with killer approach shots (Strokes Gained: Approach) and a knack for up-and-downs. Check our GolfStrategyZone.com betting guide for more.

For the betters out there

  • Favorites: Scheffler’s the guy to beat, with Morikawa and Aberg close behind. Odds shift fast.

  • Long Shot Love: Tom Hoge (100-1) is hot, with a T14 at the Masters and top-5s lately. His accuracy is Harbour Town catnip.

  • Strategy Hack: Go for course history (Fitzpatrick, Spieth) or precision players. Want a wild parlay? SportsLine’s got an eight-legger that could pay $1.2M!

Fan Fun: How to Enjoy

  • Tickets: Grab ‘em on Ticketmaster. Kids 15 and under get in free with an adult, and military folks score complimentary passes Tuesday-Sunday. Sweet deal!

  • Where to Watch: Snag bleacher seats at the 18th or chill on the Heritage Lawn (16th to 18th) for big-screen vibes. Wheelchair spots are at holes 9, 13, 15, and 18.

  • Eats & Treats: Try Scheffler’s Defending Champion Burger at Fraser’s Tavern ($1 per sale to charity). Lowcountry grub from SERG Restaurant Group hits the spot.

  • Pro Tip: No chairs overnight, and skip the on-course autograph hunt—hit the Youth Zone for player signatures instead.

  • Strategy Hack: Bike in for free parking near Harbour Town Tennis and beat the shuttle hustle. Pack light to zip through security.

Watch from Home

TV:

  • Thursday-Friday: 3-6 PM ET (Golf Channel)

  • Saturday-Sunday: 1-3 PM ET (Golf Channel), 3-6 PM ET (CBS)

Streaming: ESPN+, Peacock, or PGA TOUR Live for featured groups. Sky Sports for UK fans.

Strategy Hack: PGA TOUR Live lets you stalk your favorite players all day.

Why It’s a Blast

The RBC Heritage is golf’s chill cousin—plaid, shrimp boils, and $50M+ raised for charities since 1987. It’s #PLAIDNATION at its finest! Whether you’re betting, spectating, or just vibing, this is your week to soak up the Lowcountry love.

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Alright I hope you have a great day fellow golfer,

Chris from GolfStrategyZone.com