Georgia Open preview – 2011, page 16 By Mike Blum Over the past two decades, the Georgia Open has provided an opportunity for some of the state’s lesser-known tour players to make a name for themselves in one of the most prominent professional events in the state. The tournament has been played continuously since the 1950s, and some of the biggest names in Georgia golf … [Read more...]
Berkeley Hills Championship preview; Dogwood, Ga. Women’s Open wrap-ups
Berkeley preview (web site) By Mike Blum Berkeley Hills Country Club will host the second Championship at Berkeley Hills July 11-12, with the top Georgia PGA players in the field, along with a sizeable number of amateurs. The club professional field includes the top players in the Georgia PGA Section, including Tim Weinhart, Craig Stevens, Sonny Skinner, Jeff … [Read more...]
93rd PGA Championship First Major to Allow Spectator Mobile Device Access
Johns Creek, GA- The 93rd PGA Championship, Aug. 8-14, at Atlanta Athletic Club in Johns Creek, Ga., will allow spectators to carry and use mobile devices in select areas on the golf course. The integration of mobile devices to enhance the golf spectator experience was conducted last May the 72nd Senior PGA Championship presented by KitchenAid at Valhalla Golf Club in … [Read more...]
Will McIlroy’s U.S. Open victorylead to follow-up title in British?
McIlroy – US Open (web site) By Mike Blum With Tiger Woods no longer Tiger Woods, front running fans and a superstar-cravingmedia have been fervently awaiting the arrival of a new golf hero to take his seat onTiger’s vacated throne. After Rory McIlroy’s record-shattering performance in the recent U.S. Open, thesuccessor to Tiger’s reign has apparently been identified. Even … [Read more...]
Georgia Open returning to Barnsley Gardens; State’s mini-tour players look to continue success
Georgia Open preview – 2011, page 16; By Mike Blum Over the past two decades, the Georgia Open has provided an opportunity for some of the state’s lesser-known tour players to make a name for themselves in one of the most prominent professional events in the state. Franklin Langham and Matt Peterson started the trend of up-and-coming young professionals winning the Georgia … [Read more...]
Stevens captures first Atlanta Open title; Recovers from early stumble in final round
Stevens – Atlanta Open, page 18 By Mike Blum After shooting a 63 in the first round of the recent Yamaha Atlanta Open at The Frog, Craig Stevens was in position to comfortably win a fourth Georgia PGA tournament inhis last five starts. But after almost hitting the flagstick with his approach shot on the par-4 opening hole,Stevens proceeded to four-putt the green for double … [Read more...]
Georgians could be a factor in PGA Championship; Southerners have won all 3 majors at Athletic Club
Georgians – PGA Championship, page 14 By Mike Blum From a purely American viewpoint, it looks like the PGA picked the right year to returnto Atlanta Athletic Club for its championship event. Since Phil Mickelson won the 2010 Masters, the last five major championships havebeen won by golfers from Ireland, South Africa and Germany, with the first two countriesclaiming two … [Read more...]
Kaymer’s victory featured drama, controversy; Johnson’s late penalty part of memorable finish
PGA Championship – 2010 review, page 10 By Mike Blum Atlanta Athletic Club will be hard pressed to come up with a finish to match that of the2010 PGA Championship at Whistling Straits. In an event known for its memorable finishes, last year’s PGA Championship was oneof the most intriguing in the tournament’s 90-plus-year history. It featured healthy dosesof drama, … [Read more...]
Rachel Dai Wins Georgia Girls’ Championship
ATLANTA --– Second-round leader Rachel Dai of Suwanee carded a two-over-par 74 and held off a charge from fellow 14-year-old Michaela Owen of Suwanee to win the 32nd annual Georgia Girls’ Championship, which took place at Piedmont Driving Club, June 20-22. Dai finished at two-under 214 for the Championship, while Owen moved into the runner-up slot, five shots back at 219. Dai … [Read more...]