Somewhat lost in the brouhaha of the U.S. team’s dramatic win over Europe in the 2016 Ryder Cup was that actor Bill Murray was at Hazeltine all week, cheering on the Americans and riling up the spectators. While the boorish fans at the Ryder Cup have received a lot of press, Murray participated in more good-natured fun in the grandstands, including on...
Read MoreSpirit Players at the PGA
The final major of the season is the PGA Championship and this years competition will be contested at the famous Baltusrol Golf Club in Springfield, New Jersey. These last few majors of the golf season have been squeezed together on the schedule due to the upcoming Olympics. There are certainly several story-lines around this championship (Rory seems...
Read MoreDay and Happy Gilmore
The son of World No. 1 Jason Day is no stranger to the camera. He also is quite the character. On Friday, Day released a video of Dash at the driving range. “Go to your home!” Dash yelled, quoting “Happy Gilmore,” as he hit a drive with what looks like a custom TaylorMade driver made just for him. Here’s the video: HAPPY!...
Read MoreNorthern Trust Collegiate
One of the unique aspects of the Northern Trust Open on the PGA Tour this week is the Collegiate Showcase., in which PGA Tour players team up with their college counterparts (top players), as well as other amateur sponsors. The pro and two boosters will compete in a best-ball format for the Collegiate Showcase title and a $50,000 donation to their...
Read MoreThe Biggest Party in Golf
One of the biggest parties in golf is happening this week at the Waste Management Phoenix Open at the TPC-Scotsdale in Scotsdale, Arizona. There are several great storylines to watch for, but as it relates to former Spirit Players, here are a couple of really good ones: (Courtesy, GolfWeek) SNEDS GOES FOR TWO IN A ROW: That Sunday 69 by Brandt Snedeker at...
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