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| Wednesday May 15, 2024 |
On the eve of the 106th PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky, here are a few notable stats:
> Two players in the field are playing the PGA Championship at Valhalla for the fourth time: John Daly, Phil Mickelson
> The last three winners of the PGA Championship each won with single-digit under-par scores — all three are also multiple winners of the PGA Championship: Brooks Koepka, 9-under at Oak Hill (2023, 2019, 2018); Justin Thomas, 5-under at Southern Hills (2022, 2017); and Phil Mickelson, 6-under at Kiawah Island (2021, 2005).
> Scottie Scheffler enters the week on a streak of 40 consecutive rounds at par-or-better dating to an even- par final-round 70 at the 2023 Tour Championship.
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
What are your thoughts on the PGA Championship — the history, tradition or this year's 106th edition at Valhalla Golf Club?
Send replies on this question or other topics and questions you would like to have asked to shall@buffalogroupe.com. For a response to be published, you must include your first and last name, along with the city and state of residence.
The Country Club of North Carolina: Appoints Lindse Owens as the Pinehurst, North Carolina, club's marketing and communications coordinator. Owens will coordinate the club’s website content, internal and external communications, social media content and development, and club newsletters.
FootJoy: Introduces the Mint Julep Premiere Series, a limited edition footwear collection that was created in collaboration with menswear designer Todd Snyder. The collection, available in both Wilcox and Field models, features elevated patent leather accents and a fresh mint outsole inspired by the iconic Kentucky Derby drink. The FJ x Todd Snyder collection drops today, Tuesday, and is available at FootJoy.com and ToddSnyder.com.
> Why pro golf’s power struggle hints at broader societal shift
[Michael Bamberger | Golf.com | Read]
> Playing in the PGA Championship at 61, golf teacher’s biggest lesson is the power of perseverance
[Eddie Pells | Associated Press | Read]
> Michael Block, who achieved cult hero status at the 2023 PGA Championship, eyes a repeat at Valhalla
[Will Graves | Associated Press | Read]
> Tiger Woods is still deciding whether he has time to be Ryder Cup captain
[Doug Ferguson | Associated Press | Read]
> Rory McIlroy files for divorce from wife, Erica, day before arriving for 2024 PGA Championship
[Adam Woodard | Golfweek | Read]
> Love golf architecture? A new Design Boot Camp offers great chance to learn from the pros
[Jason Lusk | Golfweek | Read]
"Punctuality is the virtue of the bored."
PGA of America: PGA Championship
Site: Valhalla Golf Club, Louisville, Kentucky.
Television [ET]: Thursday-Friday, 7 a.m. to noon (ESPN+), noon to 8 p.m. (ESPN); Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. (ESPN+), 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. (ESPN), 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. (CBS).
GCSAA Fact Sheet
LPGA Tour: Mizuho Americas Open
Site: Liberty National Golf Club, Jersey City, New Jersey.
Television [ET]: Thursday-Sunday, 3-6 p.m., Golf Channel.
GCSAA Fact Sheet
DRIVER$: INSIDE THE GOLF INDUSTRY
Callaway continues to push the boundaries of equipment marketing
Jason Finley, of Callaway, joins co-hosts Jon Last and David Klein to discuss his nearly two decade front-row seat of golf product marketing innovation
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GOLF INNERVIEW WITH ANN LIGUORI
Caddie Joe LaCava talks golf — and he's got plenty of stories
Longtime looper joins host Ann Liguori to talk about his deep appreciation of working for Fred Couples and Tiger Woods
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THE MODGOLF PODCAST
Turning a homemade golf game into a global business
Tyler Simmons, CEO and founder of BucketGolf, joins host Colin Weston to share the story of his creation
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MAY
15: IAGTO European Convention, Andalucia, Spain | Info
28 – June 4: Women’s Golf Day | Info
JUNE
17-19: IAGTO North America Golf Tourism Convention,
Boyne Falls, Michigan | Info
JULY
29-31: PGA Buying Summit, Frisco, Texas | Info
30-31: Multi-Course and Resort Operators Retreat, Monterey, California | Info
AUGUST
24-27: African American Golf Expo and Forum, Palm Beach, Florida | Info
SEPTEMBER
30-October 2: Golf Inc. Strategies Summit, Hilton Head Island, S.C. | Info
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