Press Releases


November 11, 2005

Classic Girls Selected For The 2006 Bob Hope Chrysler Classic


(Rancho Mirage, CA) - After a day of interviewing a group many eager applicants at the Annenberg Center at EMC, the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic Board has chosen the 2006 Classic Girls. Phoenix Cook (Hope), Julie Espinoza (Chrysler) and Terrah Holder (Classic) will represent this premier event as the traditional goodwill ambassadors. They will be seen on the courses throughout the tournament and at many of the Classic's special events and promotions. These three intelligent, articulate and poised women all have goals of becoming more active in their community.

Cook, 21, was born in Newport Beach, California. Her mother was a professional cheerleader for an international soccer team. At age five, Phoenix began to do national commercials, including "Barbie Doll". While attending high school she was Class Vice President, ROTC Public Affairs Officer, board Member for Future Homemakers of America and Miss Congeniality OC Teen California USA winner. In College she was a member of the Speech and Debate Team, Television Sports Broadcaster and Football Cheerleader. Phoenix then began her career as a talented actress, fashion show model and Long Beach Classical Ballet Company dancer. Recently, she represented the USA in the World Championship of Performing Arts. She also has special skills as a California beach surfer, snowboarder and charity public relations worker.

Espinoza, 23, was raised in Missouri. She owned a modeling agency in Springfield for two years and sold it before moving to the desert. Since moving here she has established herself as a freelance model and television spokes model. She has her pilot's license and is furthering her education in aviation. Her hobbies are flying, hiking and sailing. She has attended the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic for many years and is excited to be a part of the tradition.

Holder, 22, was born and raised in Cedar City, Utah. She moved to the desert 8 months ago with her husband and two children, Kyson and Andy. Holder attended Southern Utah University majoring in interior design with a minor in Communications. She models for the Charis Romano Agency in Palm Springs. She enjoys playing golf, shopping and spending time with her kids. Terrah is excited for the opportunity to be a Classic Girl because she loves meeting new people.