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City seeking vendors for golf tourney food
Mar 23rd
The City of Fort Morgan is seeking food/meal providers to assist tournament directors hosting events at the Fort Morgan Golf Course.
Most tournament directors seek quotes on meals as part of the player package that is coordinated in advance of the event. Fort Morgan Golf Course staff is offering to provide a listing of local vendors to those directors as plans are taking shape, outlining the various food choices or meal packages that are available.
Food providers are being asked to provide a flier, a menu or an information packet in electronic format that can be reproduced by staff as necessary.
Interested vendors should direct their information to Community Services Director Patti Evans by e-mail at pevans@cityoffortmorgan.com or by regular mail to P.O. Box 100, Fort Morgan, CO 80701, Attn: Patti Evans.
For further information call Evans at 970-542-3919.
From www.fortmorgantimes.com
Golf Fans Can Test Drive Surgery Robot at LPGA Tourney
Mar 16th
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Saturday, March 19 is Scottsdale Healthcare Day at RR Donnelley LPGA Founders Cup
PHOENIX, March 16, 2011 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — Golf fans can take a hands-on test drive of the daVinci surgical robot from Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital this Saturday during Scottsdale Healthcare Day at the RR Donnelly LPGA Founders Cup at Wildfire Golf Club at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix.
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Leading surgeons from greater Phoenix will be on hand to answer questions about the daVinci robot and minimally invasive surgery at Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital, located near Desert Ridge.
Drs. JulieAnn Heathcott, Andrew Kassir and Mike Janicek will be on hand between 7 a.m. – 4 p.m. to talk about the northeast valley hospital’s newest medical technology including urologic and gynecologic surgery with the robot.
Information about the newest surgical robot to hit the Valley, the Mako RIO system for partial knee replacements, will also be on display with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Stephan Tarlow answering questions.
Scottsdale Healthcare is the official medical sponsor of the RR Donnelly LPGA Founders Cup.
LPGA players Wendy Ward, Cindy LaCrosse and Tiffany Joh toured Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital on Tuesday, meeting orthopedic patients and taking turns on the daVinci robot in the operating room.
“Our patients really enjoyed the player visits and I think the players had fun, too, especially going into the operating room to try our daVinci robot,” said Jean Knoedler, hospital administrator. “Desert Ridge is close to Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital so Wendy, Tiffany and Cindy stopped by to say hello and visit. It’s nice to have a major LPGA tournament practically next door.”
Six-time LPGA winner Grace Park, a Scottsdale resident, will play for the Scottsdale Healthcare Foundation as her designated charity at the Founders Cup. Park noted that her mother was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and she wanted to choose a local nonprofit involved in cancer treatment and research. Her choice was based on the medical expertise at the nearby Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital and the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center at Scottsdale Healthcare.
Discount tickets to the Founders Cup are being sold through www.ScottsdaleHealthcareTickets.org, with half of the purchase price donated by the LPGA to the Scottsdale Healthcare Foundation:
- Daily Grounds ticket is $15 for any one day of competition Friday-Sunday, regular price is $20.
- Weekly Grounds ticket is $40 for Wednesday-Sunday, regular ticket price is $50.
Scottsdale Healthcare is the community-based, not-for-profit parent organization of Scottsdale Healthcare Thompson Peak Hospital, Scottsdale Healthcare Shea Medical Center and Scottsdale Healthcare Osborn Medical Center, the Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center at Scottsdale Healthcare, Scottsdale Healthcare Research Institute and its philanthropic arm, the Scottsdale Healthcare Foundation. A leader in medical innovation, talent and technology, Scottsdale Healthcare was founded in 1962 and with headquarters in Scottsdale, Ariz. For more information, visit www.shc.org.
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National reps lead McDonald Mem golf tourney
Mar 6th
NATIONAL representatives dominated the field in most of the five categories as the first round of the inaugural Herman McDonald Memorial Tournament got underway yesterday at the Constant Spring Golf Club.
Over 100 golfers turned out for the first round. In the men’s section, Sean Green led with a one-under 69, which included five birdies.
After starting with a double bogey on the first hole, Dr Mark Newnham recovered to shoot 72, with 11 pars and three birdies.
Kemar Brown ended with 75. Jonathan Newnham had to be satisfied with fourth place, having scored 78.
Robert Chin showed his mettle with a steady round of 72, to finish six strokes ahead of former West Indies wicketkeeper Jeffrey Dujon. Rory Jardine was third with 80.
Philip Wilson leads the Super Senior category with 74. Runaway-based Opeton Marshall shot 77 to tie with Tony Gooden, while Sherold Philibert followed up with 78.
Nearly 40 juniors from Sandals, Cinnamon Hill, SuperClubs Golf Club and the Swing Solutions School of Golf came out to earn their place in the trials scheduled for March 19 and 20.
Michael Wilmot from Sandals scored 82, with Dwight Moulton second on 89. In the girls’ category, Montego Bay-based Danielle Morris shot 88, with Crystal Gayle five shots behind on 93.
This final event on the 2010-2011 golfing calendar will help determine the individuals to be invited to national senior trials.
Lindy Delapenha, distinguished sportsman and national golf representative, is also being honoured through the Lindy Delapenha Challenge to be played today, starting at 7:20 am.
From www.jamaicaobserver.com
Tourney needs 100 volunteers
Mar 5th
It will take about 700 volunteers to pull off the RR Donnelley LPGA Founders Cup in northeast Phoenix, and organizers are about 100 people short.
More than 130 golfers will participate March 18-20 in the tournament at Wildfire Golf Club at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and Spa.
Lisa Starkey has been coordinating LPGA tournaments in the Valley for 18 years. While she has worked with many repeat volunteers, she hopes to attract new ones to serve as marshals and to work in admissions.
“Marshals are the ones that are out on the course at the crossovers on the green helping to spot balls if for some reason they go land in the middle of nowhere,” she said.
Volunteers working in admissions stand at the gate scanning passes as visitors enter.
Starkey, 50, expects the Founders Cup to attract the needed volunteers within the next two weeks.
“I’ve known some of these people forever,” Starkey said. “It’s just fun to get back together with them. They are all super smart and a lot of fun.”
Mary Byrd began volunteering at LPGA tournaments about 15 years ago. The Glendale resident chairs the transportation committee and is responsible for getting players to the tournament site.
“I had just moved to Phoenix from the East Coast and I was actually a new golfer and went to an event when it was at Moon Valley,” said Byrd, 61.
She was so interested in the tournament that she soon registered to volunteer before eventually heading the committee. She often meets players at the airport or their hotels.
“All of the players are so nice, and they appreciate all that the volunteers do for them. It makes you feel wanted, needed and appreciated,” she said.
Volunteers serving at the Founders Cup must pay a $60 fee, which includes a shirt, commemorative pin, round of golf at Wildfire, drawstring backpack, daily meals, visor or baseball cap, credential for the groups and complimentary pass to share with someone.
To volunteer at the Founders Cup, register at www.lpgafounders.com.
From www.azcentral.com
Andres Romero heads four new commitments to Zurich Classic tourney
Mar 3rd
Andres Romero heads four new commitments to Zurich Classic tourney Published: Thursday, March 03, 2011, 5:30 AM 
By Doug Tatum, The Times-Picayune
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Andres Romero, the 2008 champion of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, headlines a group of four new commitments to this year’s event at TPC Louisiana.
Brett Duke/The Times-Picayune archiveAndres Romero, 2008 winner of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, has committed to play in the 2011 tournament. Rory Sabbatini, who won the 2009 HP Byron Nelson Championship, Michael Bradley, who won the 2009 Puerto Rico Open, and Pat Perez, winner of the 2009 Bob Hope Classic, also have committed to play, tournament director Tommy Fonseca announced Wednesday.
“We are proud to welcome Andres back to New Orleans,” Fonseca said in a news release. “He joins seven former Zurich Classic winners and a total of 27 PGA Tour winners over the last two years committed to play here in 2011.”
The other former New Orleans champions in the field are Jason Bohn (2010), Jerry Kelly (2009), Nick Watney (2007), Tim Petrovic (2005), Vijay Singh (2004), Steve Flesch (2003) and David Toms (2001).
TULANE GOLFER WINS C-USA AWARD: Coming off her fifth-place finish at the Allstate Sugar Bowl Intercollegiate Golf Championship on Tuesday, Tulane sophomore Maribel Lopez Porras was selected Conference USA Golfer of the Week on Wednesday by the conference office.
This is the first C-USA weekly honor for Porras, a native of Bogota, Colombia, who helped the 15th-ranked Green Wave to a third-place showing behind top-ranked Alabama and second-ranked USC this past week.
Porras, who entered the event ranked No. 56, according to Golfstat.com, fired 1-under 71s during her first two rounds and added an even-par score during her final round to card a 2-under 214 total.
FORMER LSU GOLFER HONORED: Former LSU star golfer Jenny Lidback will be honored at the Southeastern Conference Women’s Basketball Tournament today at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., as part of the 11th annual SEC Greats program.
“We are excited to again showcase the talent and dedication in women’s athletics in the Southeastern Conference,” SEC Commissioner Mike Slive said in a statement. “Honoring these former standouts gives the conference the opportunity to thank those who helped establish the rich women’s athletic tradition in our conference.”
Lidback, a member of LSU’s Athletics Hall of Fame, will be honored at halftime of the 2:30 p.m. LSU-Alabama game.
CAPITAL ONE SIGNS ON WITH ZURICH: Fonseca secured another important commitment last week when Capital One Bank signed on as the official bank of the Zurich Classic.
The tournament’s signature venue, featuring dishes from 10 of New Orleans finest restaurants, will be branded the Capital One Bank Champion’s Club. The bank’s sponsorship will include a presenting role in the annual Louisiana Forward Economic Summit to be held April 26.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: The Fore!Kids Foundation, producers of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, is looking for volunteers for the PGA Tour event to be played at TPC Louisiana, April 28-May 1.
For information or to sign up, visit www.zurichgolfclassic.com or call 504.342.3000.
Upcoming charity events
March 12: The fifth annual Community Bridge Builders Golf Tournament sponsored by the Gamma Rho Foundation will be held at Stonebridge Golf Club. Four-person scramble with 12:30 p.m. shotgun start, $80 per golfer. Benefits the Community Bridge Builders Programs. Contact Carl P. Johnson at 504.495.1664.
March 21: The Good Shepherd School is having its ninth annual golf tournament in honor of Father Harry Tompson, S.J., at Stonebridge Golf Club of New Orleans in Gretna. $200 a player. Shotgun start at 10:30 a.m. Call David Nusloch at 504.598.9399 for more information.
March 28: 15th annual golf tournament benefiting St. Martha & Infant Jesus of Prague Catholic churches. Stonebridge, noon shotgun start. $75 a person. For more information, contact Billy Arnold at golf@billyarnold.com or 504.368.4292 or 504.366.1604.
April 1: Running Water for Haiti Tee Off at LaTour Golf Club in Mathews. Tee times are 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. $125 a player. For info, call Don at 985.209.3228 or go to www.haitimissioninc.com.
April 1: The third annual Al Copeland Foundation 2011 Golf Classic, at Stonebridge. The tournament will benefit the Al Copeland Foundation for cancer research. Entry fee is $600 per foursome. Tee time is noon. Registration is available online at www.alcopelandfoundation.org or by calling 504.620.3727.
April 8: Warren Easton High School Golf Tournament. 1 p.m. at Colonial Country Club. $95 a player. Call 504.338.6800 for more information.
April 17: The Rev. Thomas E. Chambers Annual Golf Classic at Stonebridge. All proceeds benefit The Willwoods Community and WLAE-TV. Register at www.willwoods.org or contact Glenda King at 504.830.3700.
April 28: Fontainebleau High Football Golf Classic, Covington Country Club. $100 per player. 8 a.m. shotgun start. For more information, e-mail Michael.Materne@STPSB.org, Michel.Lavin@STPSB.org, Michael.Woods@STPSB.org, Michael.Astugue@STPSB.org, Christopher.Blocker@STPSB.org or Christopher.Nelson@STPSB.org.
April 29: 24th annual LSU Fighting Tigers Celebrity Golf Tournament. 7:45 a.m. and 1 p.m. shotgun starts. Ellendale Country Club, Houma. $210 per player. For additional information, contact Eddie Pullaro, 985.868.3500 or Mollie Lajaunie, 985.209.9007.
May 6: WRBH will hold the seventh annual Pat Browne/Radio for the Blind and Print Handicapped golf tournament at Audubon Golf Course.Registration begins at 12:30 p.m. Registration fees are $150. For more information, please contact Natalia Gonzalez, executive director at 504.899.1144.
May 13: Allfax Specialties Golf Classic hosted by Jon Stinchcomb at Beau Chene Country Club, Mandeville. Tournament benefits Children’s Hospital. $200 a golfer. 12:30 p.m. tee time. For more information, contact the development department of Children’s Hospital at 504.896.9375.
May 13: Brother Martin alumni golf tournament at Lakewood Golf Club, 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. shotgun starts. $145 per player. Contact: Kenny Spellman, alumni director, 504.284.6700, or Ron Brisbi, tournament chairman, 504.616.3845.
May 20: The 32nd annual Dawn Busters Golf Classic will be held at Colonial Country Club. Tee time is 1 p.m. Cost per player is $125. For information, call Mel Dussel at 504.454.8397.
June 6: The Northshore Kiwanis is holding its 12th annual benefit golf tournament at Money Hill Country Club. Four-person scramble with a 9 a.m. shotgun start. Individual registration $140 before May 20; after, $175 per player. Contact David Lindsey at 985.801.0107 or e-mail dlindsey@bankonresource.com.
Upcoming competitive events
March 23-24: St. Tammany Parish Golf Championship. The tournament is open to all golfers age 50 and older who live in St. Tammany Parish or belong to a golf course located in the parish. The tournament will be played at two courses. The first round is scheduled for Pinewood Country Club in Slidell on March 23, and the final round is at Beau Chene on March 24 in Mandeville. For more information, contact Pinewood at 985.643.6893 or Beau Chene at 985.845.3571.
April 1-3: Ellendale Country Club in Houma is hosting its annual Spring Classic 4-Ball Golf Tournament. Practice round will be April 1, with the 36-hole tournament on April 2-3. Teams will be flighted based on handicaps. Entry fee is $400 per team. Limited to the first 80 paid entries. For an entry, call 985.876.4394 or visit ellendalecountryclub.net.
Aces
Al Ybos aced the 162-yard 11th hole at Covington Country Club. Witnesses were Clarence Brehm, Daryl Heyl and Pat Starnes.
David Leboeuf aced the 161-yard 11th hole at Tideland Golf and Country Club in Galliano with a 25-degree hybrid. Witnesses were Steven Cheramie and Gary Stansberry.
Send your golf information — upcoming tournaments, results, holes-in-one and unusual feats, to dtatum@timespicayune.com. Please include full name, witnesses on aces, scores where applicable and a telephone number or e-mail address. You also can mail information to: Doug Tatum, sports editor, The Times-Picayune, 3800 Howard Ave., New Orleans, LA 70125. Deadline for information to be included in Thursday’s editions is Tuesday at noon. Items will be listed according to space permitting. Doug Tatum can be reached at 504.826.3403.
From www.nola.com
Kids’ golf tourney coming to HMB
Mar 2nd
Ian Scarborough is looking forward to his next youth golf tournament, mostly because he doesn’t have to travel very far.
The U.S. Kids Golf Bay Area Championship takes place at the Half Moon Bay Golf Links, Sunday.
Nearly 200 children, ranging from ages 6-14, from the Bay Area, Northern California and Nevada, are scheduled to participate in the event.
Scarborough is coming off winning the U.S. Kids Bay Area Golf Tournament, held last month in Alameda.
“I am looking forward to the tournament because it’s my home course,” Scarborough said. “It’s nice to have a home-course advantage. I don’t have to drive an hour and a half for the tournament.”
Winners of the tournament qualify for the 2011 U.S. Kids Golf World Championship, taking place in August at the Pinehurst Resort in North Carolina.
“That’s the largest youth tournament in the world,” said Andy Nisbet, U.S. Kids Golf Bay Area Tour director.
The Bay Area Tournament is the largest of all the U.S. Kids Golf regions, according to Nisbet.
“The child’s mom or dad can be their caddie,” Nisbet said. “We are trying to make this a family event.”
From www.hmbreview.com
Tech tracksters at WAC indoor meet; Bulldogs share No. 12 at golf tourney
Feb 25th
Louisiana Tech’s track and field programs head to Boise, Idaho, this week for the 2011 Western Athletic Conference indoor track and field championships with the women’s program facing a tough challenge in their bid to win the program’s sixth title in the last seven years.
The Lady Techsters, who have won 11 of the last 12 overall WAC titles, will face a tough test from Utah State this week as competition gets underway in Boise on Thursday. New Mexcio State and Nevada have also mounted a serious challenge to the Lady Techster reign. This could be the toughest challenge the women’s team has had since 2007.
The Lady Techsters, who have 11 seniors on their roster this year, will be led by seniors Chelsea Hayes and Tiana Davis. Hayes came five-hundredths of a second from a WAC record time in the 60-meter dash two weeks ago while Davis is ranked 23rd in the nation in the long jump, the highest ranking of any WAC athlete in any event.
The men’s team has been strengthened by the middle distance depth of Matt Wolfe, Alwayne Green and Jermaine Morris and will make a run against perennial favorite Utah State. Senior Billy Ray Walker will be the hurdler to beat in the 60m hurdles for the Bulldogs while several Tech freshman will have a chance to score in the meet.
Updates will be available through twitter updates (@LATechPWalsh) throughout the three-day championship meet.
TECH GOLF: Louisiana Tech University finished in a tie for No. 12 at the Rice Intercollegiate hosted at Westwood Golf Course.
Freshman Jack Lempke shot a final round two-under-par 70 while Sam Forgan shot a one-under-par 71 to pace the Bulldogs Tuesday as head coach Jeff Parks said that although it wasn’t the start his team wanted, it was one it could use to move forward.
“There is no quit in them,” Parks said. “They kept grinding. They gave it their all. We didn’t get off to the start we wanted, but we learned a lot this week and can build on this. Yesterday we put the ball in some spots where we couldn’t get it up and down.
“We also took some time to get accustom to the greens; they were different than Squire Creek’s. It took time to adjust. We were timid on the greens and missed some putts we should have made. It’s all a learning experience.”
Forgan led the Bulldogs in the tournament, finishing tied for 11th with a three-round total of even-par 216 (71-74-71) while Lempke finished tied for 37th with a 221 (78-73-70) after getting off to a tough start in Monday’s first round.
Clinton Shepard tied for No. 51with a 223 (75-75-73) while Jonathan Bale finished tied for No. 58 with a 226 (75-76-75).
Freshman Travis Wilmore finished No. 71 with a 231 (76-79-76). New Mexico State won the event with an 11-under-par 583 while Aggies Gaston De La Torre took home the individual honors with a nine-under 207.
Tech will host the annual “Bulldog Classic” at Squire Creek March 13-15.
From rustonleader.com
Club’s past leaders lead golf tourney
Feb 22nd
OCEAN PINES — As I looked out my picture window to see the trees and grounds in my backyard all covered with snow, I enjoyed the view and the wonderful feeling of being able to start the day in beautiful Ocean Pines.
The annual Ocean Pines Boat Club’s golf tournament was held at the brand-new Old Pro indoor golf course on 134th Street in Ocean City. An early social hour was followed by a challenging round of golf. Dave Lloyd reported the following scores: Past Commodore Bob Abele was the men’s low score winner, with a 38. The ladies low score winner was past Commodore Doris Lloyd with a 40. The 50/50 raffle was won by Betty McDonough, and the 60 members who attended enjoyed a delicious dinner at Taylor’s Restaurant. If you would like to join in with this happy and active group, or you have any questions about the Boat Club, call Dave Lloyd at 410-641-6278.
Attention NARFE members. This is a reminder that your meeting is at the Woodlands, a new location for you. Any questions? Call Dan McGrath at 410-641-5570.
Soroptimist International of Berlin and Ocean City is planning a Basket Bingo on March 5 at Showell Elementary School. Doors open at 5 p.m. and bingo starts at 6. Tickets are $20 each and this fundraiser is to help fill the local food pantry. If you bring canned goods, you will receive a free bingo card to play in a special game. They are also asking if you have a basket you want to sell at the silent auction. Call Mabel Rogers at 410-641-5883 to purchase tickets in advance or $25 at the door.
Mary Eash and Beth Evans Truitt, who love our seniors, have started a home service program that offers light housework, cleaning and organizing your closets and cabinets, errand services, companionship and more. They would like all of our seniors to maintain your independence and want to help you do that with their services. If interested, call Mary Eash at 703-472-3184 or Beth Evans Truitt at 302-249-5200 and receive $10 off your first service.
On Feb. 9, the Ocean Pines Association held a volunteer appreciation party at the beautiful Yacht Club. Joe Reinhart, club manager, and his staff served the most delicious appetizers for everyone to enjoy. Tom Terry, president of the OPA Board of Directors, thanked the people who volunteer their much-needed skills and knowledge. It was so nice to socialize with Arlene and Ted Page, who took many pictures; with Henry Nelson, who planted our Bridge Club tree donated in memory of Betty Britton; and with Mike Howell, whose staff does a great job organizing the many successful activities in Parks and Recreation. If you want to learn more about programs where you can volunteer your time, skills and expertise, call Phyllis East at 410-641-7717.
Liz Kain-Bolen, executive director of Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce, held a very successful Business After Hours at DeNovo’s on Feb. 10. Joining the chamber gives you that personal connection and a wonderful marketing tool for your business. Joining together with other businesses to socialize while enjoying good food gives the human touch to networking. Bob Beck, owner of DeNovo’s, welcomed the chamber. If you have not joined the chamber yet, or have questions, call 410-641-5306.
Come and sign up for the “Pot O’ Gold” bingo sponsored by the Republican Women of Worcester County and held at the Ocean Pines Community Center on March 15, from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Tickets are $25 and include a lunch at noon, beverage and a 20-game package. Checks should be made payable to the RWWC and sent to Peggy Long, 42 Beaconhill, Ocean Pines, Md. 21811; or call Peggy at 410-208-0183.
On Feb. 13, Star Charities Volunteers In Action gathered together at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club to present the $2,500 they raised for military phone-home cards. We want to thank all the wonderful, kind people who support our events and let them know their support is what makes our fundraisers a big success.
A reminder that this Feb. 26, Commissioner Judy Boggs will hold her town meeting. The meeting will be held at the Ocean Pines Library at 10 a.m., so get there early for this informative session.
I have been blessed to have such wonderful neighbors who shoveled my snow and do so much more for me. Thank you for your caring and protecting actions — you make my day.
From www.delmarvanow.com
Town Council approves Special Olympics Florida golf tourney at Par 3
Feb 19th
By David Rogers
Daily News Staff Writer
Updated: 8:18 p.m. Friday, Feb. 18, 2011
Posted: 6:39 p.m. Friday, Feb. 18, 2011
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The Town Council has unanimously approved a plan to close the Par 3 Golf Course to public play for two days in the first week of December to present the Par 3 Golf Marathon Championship.
The event will be a benefit for Special Olympics Florida and a potential source of ongoing revenue for the Par 3.
After several regional qualifiers, the event at the Par 3 will involve a pro-am event and a junior clinic one day, followed by the championship the next. As the name suggests, participants in the marathon championship would tackle 100 par-three golf holes in a single day.
Recreation director Jay Boodheshwar said he and Special Olympics officials hope to attract celebrities, professional athletes and amateur golfers to the no-handicap, winner-takes-all championship.
Resident and Golf Hall of Fame member Raymond Floyd has agreed to serve as honorary chairman. The event could lead to “national exposure” for the Par 3 via televised coverage either this year or in later years, and, per the Special Olympics agreement, would bring in $18,000, along with revenue sharing, for the two days, Boodheshwar said.
The agreement would give the town 25 percent of event revenue — capped at the first $300,000 raised — and thus could bring in $75,000, in addition to the $18,000 usage fee, Boodheshwar said.
“That’s a significant amount of money for us to take in for a two-day period,” Boodheshwar said.
Councilman Robert Wildrick strongly endorsed the proposal.
“I can tell you that this is the most fabulous thing this town could have, it’s an honor to have it and it’s probably one of the best things you could do,” Wildrick said.
The council also rejected, 4-1, a proposal by Harry Welsh that would have allowed the trial operation in March and April of a green market at the Royal Poinciana Plaza or Bradley Park. Councilman Michael Pucillo said he favored the idea, particularly since the Publix supermarket on Sunset Avenue will be closed this summer for reconstruction. Council President David Rosow said the proposal was incomplete, and Councilman Richard Kleid said there are too many obstacles to consider allowing it, including zoning code questions and complaints from businesses and residents of Palm Beach Towers, which is just south of the Royal Poinciana Plaza.
Wildrick noted that West Palm Beach hosts a green market just across the bridge.
“I’m not excited about doing this and wasting a lot of staff time,” Rosow said.
The council also approved a parade route and street closing plan for a parade and “all-town Centennial celebration” set for April 17, the 100th anniversary of Palm Beach’s incorporation.
The roughly half-mile parade — what Boodheshwar and Centennial Commission Chairman Bill Bone called a “promenade” — is tentatively set to start at 6:15 p.m. at the intersection of Seaview Avenue and Cocoanut Row. Participants will include children from local schools, Palm Beach officials and residents who wish to join the promenade. The route will take the parade north to the Flagler Museum, the site of the All-Town Celebration. Portions of Seaview Avenue and Cocoanut Row will be closed from 5:30 to 7 p.m. that day.
From www.palmbeachdailynews.com
Golf Channel removes broadcaster from LA tourney
Feb 18th
LOS ANGELES – The Golf Chananel removed Jim Gray from its coverage of the Northern Trust Open on Friday for his handling of Dustin Johnson’s penalty for nearly missing his tee time.
Johnson’s caddie, Bobby Brown, had the wrong tee time for the opening round, leading to a two-stroke penalty.
Brown said Gray approached Johnson on his way to the 14th tee to ask him why he was late to the tee. As Johnson was signing his card, Brown told Gray that the middle of the round was not the time to be asking such a question.
“Our aim is to provide the best possible golf coverage for our viewers. Anything else is a disservice,” Golf Channel spokesman Dan Higgins said in a statement. “In order not to provide further distraction, we’ve decided to remove Jim from this particular assignment.
The Golf Channel said Gray’s future would be an internal matter that is discussed at an appropriate time.
It was the second time in the last six months that Gray has become the subject of controversy for The Golf Channel.
He got into a finger-pointing argument with Ryder Cup captain Corey Pavin in the press room of the PGA Championship. Gray had reported that Pavin told him Tiger Woods was going to be a captain’s pick, and Pavin denied saying it.
Pavin said Gray told him he was a “liar” during the argument. The Golf Channel said at the PGA that it stood 100 percent behind the accuracy of Gray’s reporting.
Johnson nearly was disqualified Thursday. His caddie mixed up the starting time, thinking they teed off at 8:12 a.m. instead of 7:32 a.m., and they were on the practice range when they were announced on the tee. That’s a two-shot penalty, and Johnson then had five minutes to get to the tee box to avoid disqualification. He made it by just under 10 seconds.
According to Brown and Steve Stricker, who was in Johnson’s group, Gray was waiting on Johnson during the long walk from the 13th green to the 14th tee.
Gray later reported Johnson said he was misinformed on the tee time.
After the round, Brown took the blame for the mistake and then turned his frustration toward Gray while Johnson was signing his card for a 2-over 73. Gray walked up on the conversation and Brown said to him, “Dude, you can’t come up like that in the middle of the round. It had taken us 13 holes to get over that, and then you bring it up again.”
Gray was composed in debating the incident with Brown.
Johnson did not mention Gray during a brief interview with The Associated Press in the parking lot Thursday afternoon, but Stricker was visibly angry when discussing it after his round, and several other caddies were outraged when they heard about it.
The PGA Tour was not involved in the Golf Channel’s decision to remove Gray, spokesman Ty Votaw said.
From nbcsports.msnbc.com
