The 2006 Merrill Lynch Shootout field has begun to take shape as tournament host Greg Norman recently announced that fifteen (15) more players have commited to play in this year's Shootout. With 20 players of the 24 person field now commited including nine (9) Major Championship winners, three (3) 2006 PGA TOUR winners, and two (2) U.S. Ryder Cup team members, the 2006 field is shaping up to be Shootout's best ever.

Currently, the 2006 field will include:
· Mark Calcavecchia	· J.B. Holmes	· Kenny Perry
· Chad Campbell	· John Huston	· Nick Price
· Fred Couples	· Trevor Immelman	· Rory Sabbatini
· John Daly	· Jerry Kelly	· Annika Sorenstam
· Brad Faxon	· Justin Leonard	· Jeff Sluman
· Fred Funk	· Greg Norman	· Scott Verplank
· Scott Hoch	· Mark O'Meara	·

The remainder of the 24 player field will be announced in the coming weeks so be sure to check out www.mlshootout.com for the latest field updates.

Tickets for the 18th annual Merrill Lynch Shootout are on sale now! As the Shootout returns to Naples for its sixth straight year, Southwest Florida golf fans will now have five great ticket options to choose from.

A Weekly Pass, which includes five individual daily tickets for Wednesday through Sunday, is available for $60. A Tournament Daily Grounds ticket can be purchased in advance for $20 or for $25 at the gate Friday through Sunday. The 18th Green Reserved seating is available for $50 per day. For the Pro-Am competition held Wednesday and Thursday, tickets are $15 in advance, or $20 at the gate. Children 12 and under will be admitted free with a ticketed adult.

Patrons can also purchase the always popular A Taste of WCI package for $100. This year's package includes a weekly pass to the Merrill Lynch Shootout, forty eight (48) golf vouchers allowing you to play 12 WCI courses for cart fee only, Greg Norman Collection and Ritz Carlton discounts, and much more.

Don't miss your chance to witness 24 of the world's greatest golfers compete at Southwest Florida's only PGA TOUR stop. Call 888-66-SHARK, visit mlshootout.com, or stop by Alf's Golf Shop, Naples to purchase your tickets today!  

In recognition of Veterans Day, which falls on Saturday of tournament week, the Merrill Lynch Shootout will be hosting a Military Appreciation Day. The Merrill Lynch Shootout would like to take the opportunity to thank all of the brave men and women who have served and who currently serve in the United States Armed Forces.

The Merrill Lynch Shootout congratulates Matt Cox of Sanibel for winning the 2006 PGA Championship Fantasy Challenge. Matt's knowledgeable picks earned him $1.75 million in PGA Championship winnings as he narrowly defeated a very competitive field. For his efforts, Matt has won two weekly tickets to the Merrill Lynch Shootout along with select Shootout merchandise. Congratulations Matt!