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LAS VEGAS – The Biletnikoff Foundation celebrated its 21st year of hosting the Hall of Fame Invitational on Monday, April 28, 2025, at DragonRidge Country Club. This year’s tournament, which benefits the foundation’s ongoing efforts, was a resounding success and featured the participation of three Raiders Super Bowl Most Valuable Players: Fred Biletnikoff (Super Bowl XI), Jim Plunkett (Super Bowl XV), and Marcus Allen (Super Bowl XVIII).
“We wish to thank everyone who came out and all those who continue to support our ongoing efforts at the Biletnikoff Foundation,” said Fred Biletnikoff. “Our goal is to provide sustainable, healthy, and dignified environments for teens in need. Angela and I are humbled and grateful for your support.”
The event drew a star-studded lineup, including 2002 NFL MVP Rich Gannon, Raiders greats and Pro Football Hall of Famers Mike Haynes, James Lofton, Rod Woodson, and the latest inductee, Eric Allen. Other Pro Football Hall of Famers in attendance included Charlie Joiner and Steve Largent.
Raiders alumni in attendance included Steve Beuerlein, Justin Fargas, Mervyn Fernandez, Teyo Johnson, Lincoln Kennedy, Pete Koch, Napoleon McCallum, Vance Mueller, Mike Siani, Barry Sims, Josh Taves, Korey Toomer, Greg Townsend, Adam Treu, and Phil Villapiano.
Participants also had the opportunity to connect with stars from other sports, including former baseball players Rollie Fingers, Greg Maddux, and Russ Ortiz, as well as former NBA players Bobby Jackson and Harold Pressley, pro soccer player Mario Astorga, and UFC Hall of Famer Ken Shamrock.
The event kicked off with a stirring saxophone rendition of the National Anthem by Tower of Power’s Tom Politzer. Other musicians in attendance included singer-songwriter John Lucas and Chicago drummer Danny Seraphine.
The tournament featured high-caliber golf prizes and live auction items, including signed jerseys, an in-person photo opportunity with the three Raiders Super Bowl MVPs, tickets to a Raiders game with dinner at Barry’s Downtown Prime, tickets to the Pro Football Hall of Fame enshrinement, a Napa wine tasting experience, a year’s worth of Biletnikoff wines, and a golf escape at Del Monte in Monterey, California.
The festivities began on April 27 with an exclusive VIP Welcome Reception at DragonRidge Country Club’s Palm Court, a beautifully lush enclosed outdoor venue where sponsors and participants gathered for a spirited evening that kicked off the two-day event.
