38th Annual Sports Auction: Bidding for a Brighter Future

Thu Jun 04 2026 at 05:30 pm to 10:00 pm UTC-07:00

Splash Sports Bar at Thrive City | San Francisco

The Guardsmen
Publisher/HostThe Guardsmen
38th Annual Sports Auction: Bidding for a Brighter Future
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Join us at Thrive City to celebrate Bay Area sports, bid on exclusive experiences, enjoy friendly competition, and impact our community.
About this Event

The Guardsmen are teaming up with the Giants Community Fund for an epic takeover of Splash Sports Bar at Thrive City! Get ready for an epic night celebrating Bay Area sports alongside local legends like Jeff Garcia, Sergio Romo, and other celebrity guests.

Whether you’re hunting for sports memorabilia, or just ready for a great night out enjoying a live DJ, this is the party of the summer and an evening you simply won’t want to miss.



🏆 WHAT'S ON DECK

Beyond enjoying the DJ and grabbing drinks, we’ve packed the venue with interactive experiences and epic prizes:

  • Interactive Sports Challenges: Step up to the golf simulators for a "Closest to the Pin" competition or show off your jumper on the pop-a-shot basketball games. Secure the top spot on the leaderboard to win tickets to a Valkyries game or General Admission passes to the Waste Management Open!
  • The Live Auction: Group together with your friends to bid on once-in-a-lifetime experiences, including: throwing out the first pitch at a San Francisco Giants game, baseline front-row seats to see the Golden State Warriors, luxury getaways, including stays at the Four Seasons and Esperanza, and more!
  • Silent Auction: Browse our collection of sports memorabilia and unique experiences while you mingle.
  • Raffle: Drop your tickets in for a chance to win incredible prizes, including a one-week resort stay in Mexico or a dinner for eight at Original Joe's.



🏈 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.
  • Sergio Romo: Former Giants relief pitcher and 3x World Series Champion.
  • George Kontos: Former Giants Reliever, NBC Sports Bay Area Analyst.
  • Susan Hagey: Stanford Hall of Fame athlete, 3x Wimbledon.
  • Arthur Lee: Standout basketball player for Stanford University.
  • Lindsay Nickel: Ironman 70.3 champion and a two-time qualifier for the Ironman 70.3 World Championship.
  • Eddie Solaeche: 2016 Spanish Olympian, Men’s 200m Individual Medley.
  • Guy Haberman: The Voice of the 49ers.
  • Katie Robinson: Associate Head Coach for Stanford University's women's swimming and diving program.
  • Juan Valdivieso: 2000 and 2004 Peruvian Olympic Swimmer.
  • Steve Scott: Warriors PA Announcer.
  • Bobby Savulic: Bobby Savulich is a decorated swimmer and former member of the USA National Team.



📦 THE FINE PRINT: TAXES & SHIPPING
  • Sales Tax: Tangible items (wine, sports memorabilia, etc.) will be shipped post-event and are subject to shipping fees and the destination's local tax rate.
  • Greater Giving: All bidding and payments are handled securely via the Greater Giving platform.
  • Receipts: You will receive an acknowledgment letter post-event detailing your total impact and the tax-deductible portion of your contributions.


Thank you to our Sponsors!
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And to our Donors!
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The Game Plan

🕑: 05:30 PM
VIP Doors Open & Silent Auction begins
🕑: 06:00 PM
General Admission Doors Open
🕑: 07:45 PM
The Live Auction
🕑: 09:30 PM
Raffle Winners Announced
🕑: 10:00 PM
Event Conclusion
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Splash Sports Bar at Thrive City, 191 Warriors Way, San Francisco, United States

Tickets

USD 97.65 to USD 215.42

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