Last week the U.S. women’s golf world was shocked by the death of Erica Blasberg on May 9, 2010. Blasberg was considered one of the LPGA’s more photogenic players and in February 2006 Puma signed her to endorse and wear their clothing. ESPN radio once compared her to Natalie Gulbis, an LPGA golfer who did [...]
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Tiger Woods: I was raised a Buddhist
February 26, 2010 – 7:34 am
In the theatre of American public apologies (19/2), it’s common for celebrities to invoke their faith. Disgraced golf superstar Tiger Woods did it Friday, in fact, with a twist. He cited the role of Buddhism in his life – and will look to it to help him recover from serial infidelity. “I have a lot [...]
Tiger Woods: He Himself Responsible for Accident
December 5, 2009 – 4:42 pm
In a statement on his website, Woods said he alone was responsible for the accident which had invited the world’s attention on his personal life. “It was my mistake and very embarrassing for my family and me,” Woods said. “I’m an imperfect human being. I will make sure this will not happen again.” Woods again [...]
Nationwide event cuts purse by $400K
June 21, 2009 – 8:34 am
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. — One of the Nationwide Tour’s top events slashed its purse nearly in half Friday because of a lack of sponsorships. Next week’s Players Cup at Pete Dye Golf Course will award $600,000 in prize money, down from $1 million, following a trend in professional golf this season. The LPGA Tour has seen [...]
U.S. Amateur champion Danny Lee wins Georgia Cup
April 5, 2009 – 2:42 pm
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — Danny Lee, the 18-year-old from New Zealand who became the youngest U.S. amateur champion in history, built a 2-up lead at the turn and closed out Saxton with a par on the 17th hole for a 2-and-1 victory at The Golf Club of Georgia. Lee took control with a 3-wood from the [...]
