Golfer Perseveres Despite Surgery

Although Bart Bryant was never at the top of the golfing list, he has been a consistent face on the golfing scene for quite some time. Bryant has proven himself to be a man of character after overcoming the odds and continuing to golf after having rotator cuff surgery back in 1992 that led to several instances of hospitalization since. He is going on to play the Champions Tour.

Read more at http://sports.yahoo.com/news/man-never-quit-200914677--golf.html;_ylt=AiubeTfVFmmo.gkxiJhh1UQogsUF;_ylu=X3oDMTRubmpvbms3BG1pdANMSVNUUyBNaXhlZCBMaXN0IEdPTEYgSGVhZGxpbmVzBHBrZwNjZDk4MjBhNi0zZDY5LTNjZTMtOGEwZi1lNDQ1NjU4ZWVkMjEEcG9zAzYEc2VjA01lZGlhQkxpc3RNaXhlZExQQ0FUZW1wBHZlcgNjYTZkM2VjMC01Y2ZiLTExZTItYjRkYi1mNzU2ZTM5NWIwYmI-;_ylg=X3oDMTFpZjcwa3Y4BGludGwDdXMEbGFuZwNlbi11cwRwc3RhaWQDBHBzdGNhdANnb2xmBHB0A3NlY3Rpb25z;_ylv=3

Mickelson and Watson Join Phoenix Open

Phil Mickelson and Bubba Phoenix have officially joined the lineup for the Jan 31-Feb 3 Phoenix Open.

Read more at http://www.golf.com/ap-news/phil-mickelson-bubba-watson-set-phoenix-open

Fab Foursome for PGA's Grand Slam of Golf Finalized

The team to compete in the 30th PGA Grand Slam of Golf has been decided. The team will feature Masters Champion Bubba Watson, U.S. Open Champion Webb Simpson, Open Champion Ernie Els, and defending Champion Keegan Bradley.

Read more at http://sports.yahoo.com/news/fab-foursome-finalized-143523246--golf.html

Venturi Admitted to Hall of Fame

Ken Venturi, 14 time winner of the PGA Tour, has been added to the 2013 list of names being added to the Golf Hall of Fame. Venturi has long been a staple in the sport and the recognition is well deserved.

http://espn.go.com/golf/story/_/id/8480493/ken-venturi-selected-world-golf-hall-fame

McIlory Cuts it Close

Rory McIlory almost missed his own singles match at this past Ryder Cup when he confused what time zones he was in. Luckily for him, the police were able to escort him onto the course with ten minutes to spare.



Read more at http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/sport/9960360.McIlroy_s_race_to_the_tee_pays_off/

How The Ryder Cup Began

Samuel Ryder was an avid English golfer as well as being a seed merchant. Upon hearing that the Americans were becoming contenders in the sport, Ryder reached out and asked the top American players to join the top English players in a tournament. Thus, the beginning of the Ryder Cup.

Read more at http://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/25/sports/golf/roots-of-ryder-cup-golf-tournament-involve-seed-company.html

Golf Channel Has a New Location

For TWC users, the Golf Channel, former Channel 35, is now Channel 73. TWC has made the switch from analog to digital meaning if you still have the cable hookup to receieve your television, you no longer get the Golf Channel.

Read more at http://www.mydesert.com/article/20120918/SPORTS0501/309180023/1031/sports04/Golf+Channel+change+a+divot+for+golf+fans