EVENT DESCRIPTION
Thank you for joining us at Thrive City to celebrate Bay Area sports, bid on exclusive experiences, enjoy friendly competition, and impact our community.
On June 4th, The Guardsmen took over Splash Sports Bar to raise $150,000 in a single night. Our mission is clear: we are aiming to fund 70 of the 200+ life-changing scholarships we’ve committed to providing for Bay Area youth in 2026.
Whether you’re a die-hard sports fan or a champion for our community, this is an evening you won’t want to miss.
STAR POWER: MEET THE CELEBRITIES
Get up close and personal with Bay Area sports history! We will be joined by some of our favorite local celebrities, including:
- Jeff Garcia: Former 49ers QB (1999–2003) and 4× Pro Bowl selection.
- Catherine Breed: Endurance athlete, ocean explorer, and visionary storyteller.
- George Kontos: Former Giants Reliever, NBC Sports Bay Area Analyst.
- Ashley Adamson: Lead Anchor, Big Ten Network.
- Arthur Lee: Standout basketball player for Stanford University.
- Susan Hagey: Stanford Hall of Fame athlete, 3x Wimbledon.
- Eddie Solaeche: 2016 Spanish Olympian, Men’s 200m Individual Medley.
- Lindsay Nickel: Ironman 70.3 champion and a two-time qualifier for the Ironman 70.3 World Championship.
- Guy Haberman: The Voice of KNBR’s Niners Coverage.
- Katie Robinson: Associate Head Coach for Stanford University's women's swimming and diving program.
- Juan Valdivieso: Two time Olympic Swimmer.
- Steve Scott: Warriors PA Announcer.
- Bobby Savulic: Bobby Savulich is a decorated swimmer and former member of the USA National Team.
LOCATION & VENUE
Splash Sports Bar at Thrive City
191 Warriors Way, Suite 102, San Francisco, CA 94158
(Directly adjacent to the Chase Center)
THE GAME PLAN
- 5:30 PM: VIP Doors Open & Silent Auction begins
- 6:00 PM: General Admission Doors Open
- 7:30 PM: The Live Auction (Fast-paced, high-energy, 30 minutes only!)
- 8:00 PM: Live DJ & Music
- 9:30 PM: Luxury Raffle Winner Announced
- 10:00 PM: Event Conclusion
WAYS TO HELP US REACH $150K
We’ve curated several ways for you to get involved, have fun, and help us lock in 70 scholarships for local students:
- Live Auction: Bid for once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Group bidding is encouraged!
- Silent Auction: Bid on exclusive sports memorabilia and luxury items throughout the night.
- Fund-A-Future: The most direct way to impact a child's life. No goods or services are exchanged, making this 100% tax-deductible.
- Interactive "Pay-to-Play" Games: Compete for "Closest to the Pin" at the virtual golf simulators and show off your jumper at the Pop-A-Shot Basketball for the top spot on the leaderboard (Prize details TBD).
- Luxury Raffle: Purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win a high-end, luxury experience (Prize details TBD).
Note: Only the amount paid above Fair Market Value (FMV) is tax-deductible. Consult a tax professional for further guidance.
ABOUT THE GUARDSMEN
The Guardsmen is a community of professionals who volunteer their time and resources to provide access to high-quality outdoor and educational programs for underserved youth. Since 1947, we have been dedicated to the principle that every child deserves a chance to succeed. Visit guardsmen.org to learn more.
