|
|
| Monday Dec 12, 2022 |
In the QBE Shootout's 34-year history, rookie teams have never had much of a track record of winning. Mark O’Meara and Curtis Strange won the inaugural event in 1989, when all teams were technically considered rookies. Then it was not until 2011 before another pair of rookies — Keegan Bradley and Brendan Steele — won. Sunday, Tom Hoge and Sahith Theegala became the third duo, winning a playoff with a 34-under 182 total at Tiburon Golf Club in Naples, Florida.
> Subscribe: The First Call | Quick Reads (LinkedIn)| Weekend Edition (Substack)
> Follow: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Twitter
> Poll: Should The Match franchise be retired after the latest playing of McIlroy-Woods vs. Spieth-Thomas? Click here to vote.
> Question of the Week: In your opinion, what has been the top golf story of 2022 — and it doesn't have to be LIV Golf?
Send replies on this question or other topics to shall@buffalogroupe.com. For your response to be published, you must include first and last name, along with city and state of residence. Read last week's responses.
> The Match proves golf can be a fun product, without trading virtues for vulgarity
[Eamon Lynch | Golfweek | Read]
> Confidential records show a Saudi golf tour built on far-fetched assumptions
[Alan Blinder / Sarah Hurtes | New York Times | Read]
> Sahith Theegala birdies last hole, wins QBE Shootout with partner Tom Hoge
[Associated Press | Read]
> Journeyman with 19(!) runner-up finishes claims breakthrough DP World Tour victory
[Ryan Herrington | Golf Digest | Read]
> Golf Pride embraces growth, rebirth in legacy company’s 8th decade
[Erik Matuszewski | Forbes | Read]
> Is golf becoming more accessible, or more expensive? The answer is complicated, says one architect
[Desi Isaacson | Golf.com | Read]
|
Readers of The First Call offer opinions on the best golf courses within 10 miles of their front doorstep — and there are quite a few gems
|
Extended: By Edison Golf Company, its special promotion of $40 off per wedge through midnight Saturday, Dec. 31.
Announced: By Blue Tees Golf, that it as become a partner of Invited, owner-operator of private golf and country clubs, city and stadium clubs in North America. "[Invited's] influence at green grass will help Blue Tees Golf connect with the most prominent golf clubs domestically," says Taylor Herber, vice president of sales, Blue Tees Golf. "This relationship also validates Blue Tees Golf and its position in the marketplace."
> More Industry News
"Trying is the touchstone to accomplishment."
GOING PRO WITH KELLY O.
Stephanie Gibri focuses on culture in golf travel
Host Kelly Okun interviews Stephanie Gibri, one of golf's first Instagram influencers, about her content creation and her episode of 'Holey Moley'
[Listen | More 'Going Pro with Kelly O.' episodes]
GOLF INNERVIEW WITH ANN LIGUORI
Alan Shipnuck opens up on his infamous Phil Mickelson call
Host Ann Liguori interviews the author of 'Phil: The Rip-Roaring (and Unauthorized!) Biography of Golf's Most Colorful Superstar' and unpacks the book's fallout
[Listen | More 'Golf Innerview with Ann Liguori' episodes]
THE MODGOLF PODCAST
How John Simpson used his polio and golf for the greater good
Host Colin Weston interviews the On Course Foundation founder about the nonprofit that introduces injured veterans to golf and opportunities within the industry
[Listen | More 'The ModGolf Podcast' episodes]
JANUARY
23-25: Golf Business Conference, Orlando, Fla. | Info
24-27: PGA Show, Orlando, Fla. | Info
FEBRUARY
6-9: GCSAA Conference and Trade Show, Orlando, Fla. | Info
10-12: West Michigan Golf Show, Grand Rapids, Mich. | Info
24-28: CMAA World Conference and Club Business Expo, Orlando, Fla. | Info
To submit events for the calendar, please include the event name, date, location and informational link to info@firstcallgolf.com.
