Category Archives: PGA

Will changing “rules” of golf improve game? Nicklaus thinks so

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Some of the ongoing challenged facing the game of golf have been the cost, time needed to play, and difficulty of the game. Jack Nicklaus has come up with a few solutions in which he is proposing that the game … finish reading Will changing “rules” of golf improve game? Nicklaus thinks so

Posted in Athletes, Daily Digest, Features & Commentary, Golf, PGA, RTC (Rules to Change) | Tagged | Leave a comment

Tiger dodges one bullet, keeps making changes as he fires Steve Williams

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Tiger Woods was able to dodge a large bullet when reports surfaced that he was not using PED’s through Dr. Anthony Galea.  The links to Galea were substantial and there were many who believed that Woods would be linked to … finish reading Tiger dodges one bullet, keeps making changes as he fires Steve Williams

Posted in Athletes, Daily Digest, Firings, Golf, PGA, Performance enhancing drugs, Spouses | Leave a comment

American golfer Bubba Watson blames fans and security for poor performance

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Mauri Miller

American golfer Bubba Watson missed the cut at the French Open after shooting a shooting a 6-over 148 total in the second round. Watson suggested that fan behavior and poor security were amongst the reasons for his poor performance. “It’s … finish reading American golfer Bubba Watson blames fans and security for poor performance

Posted in AYK (Are you Kidding??), Athletes, Daily Digest, GOVERNING BODIES, Golf, PERSPECTIVES, PGA, SPORTS | Leave a comment

Golf Digest: Many PGA Tour players smoked pot; Are we really surprised?

Posted on July 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In the Golf Digest story entitled “The Reclamation of Robert Garrigus,” PGA Tour player Robert Garrigus said he and other unnamed players smoked marijuana during the 2002 Nationwide Tour. In the interview, Garrigus said, “We always talked about it. You … finish reading Golf Digest: Many PGA Tour players smoked pot; Are we really surprised?

Posted in Athletes, Daily Digest, Drug Testing, Drugs, GOVERNING BODIES, Golf, PERSPECTIVES, PGA, REPURCUSSIONS, SPORTS, Suspensions | Leave a comment

Mark Steinberg will leave IMG, what does his contract allow

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Roy Kessel

According to early reports by Darren Rovell, Mark Steinberg will be leaving IMG.  Steinberg has been at IMG throughout his career and is most well known for his role as Tiger Woods’ agent (as well as Anika Sorenstam).   What is … finish reading Mark Steinberg will leave IMG, what does his contract allow

Posted in Agent Regulations, Agents, Athletes, Daily Digest, Golf, Labor and Employment, PGA | Leave a comment

PGA Tour starting to loosen cell phone restrictions

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In terms of adapting to cell phones, smart phones and using technology to engage spectatorss, the PGA Tour was as far behind the curve as MLB is about using instant replay properly. So it is good to see the announcement … finish reading PGA Tour starting to loosen cell phone restrictions

Posted in Athletes, Daily Digest, Fans, Golf, Governing Bodies, PGA, RTC (Rules to Change) | Leave a comment

Masters bars female reporter

Posted on April 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

You would think that 33 years after the Lisa Olson incident with the Patriots we would not need to have any discussion over lack of access.  So the question is why did this happen? The outrage has been all over … finish reading Masters bars female reporter

Posted in AYK (Are you Kidding??), Daily Digest, Discrimination, Golf, Media, PGA, RTC (Rules to Change) | Leave a comment

R&A and USGA change rule of disqualifications

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Traditions in golf change slowly, but given a few high profile DQ’s over the last year, both governing bodies investigated whether there was a better way to manage the situation. It is nice to see them inject a bit (but … finish reading R&A and USGA change rule of disqualifications

Posted in Athletes, Commissioners, Daily Digest, Golf, Governing Bodies, Officiating, PGA, RTC (Rules to Change) | Leave a comment

Dustin Johnson lateness penalty

Posted on February 20, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Ever missed a tee time?  How about in a tournament? Well Dustin Johnson almost did as he thought his tee time was 40 minutes later after he mixed up some of his times. At least he made it before the … finish reading Dustin Johnson lateness penalty

Posted in Athletes, Daily Digest, Golf, Governing Bodies, Officiating, PGA, Penalties | Leave a comment

PGA Tour wakes up, allows cell phones at tournaments

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Okay, raise your hands.  How many of you have snuck a cell phone, smartphone or PDA into a PGA Tour event?  Or US Open?  Or PGA Championship? Now obviously I don’t think any of us have problems throwing people off … finish reading PGA Tour wakes up, allows cell phones at tournaments

Posted in Athletes, Commissioners, Daily Digest, Dicta (Our own rants), Fans, Golf, Governing Bodies, PGA, Social media, Text messages | Leave a comment

Tiger fined for spitting on green

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

We have probably all played golf with people who spit as they run around the looking for their golf balls.   But it is somewhat remarkable that we virtually never see that occuring in any golf tournament. Tiger was fined an … finish reading Tiger fined for spitting on green

Posted in Athletes, Commissioners, Daily Digest, Fines, Golf, Governing Bodies, PGA | Leave a comment

Elliot Saltman accepts 3 month ban from European golf tour

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Elliot Saltman says he will not appeal his three-month ban from the European Tour for marking his ball incorrectly but reiterates that he did not cheat according to an AP report. The Scottish golfer was found by the tour to … finish reading Elliot Saltman accepts 3 month ban from European golf tour

Posted in Athletes, Commissioners, Daily Digest, Golf, International Sports, PGA, Suspensions | Leave a comment

RTC: Golf DQ rules need to be changed

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In light of the recent DQ’s of Padrig Harrington and Camillo Villegas, golf’s governing bodies are looking into options for penalizing a player that may be less drastic than a DQ. The uproar has started as a result of the … finish reading RTC: Golf DQ rules need to be changed

Posted in Athletes, Daily Digest, Golf, Governing Bodies, Officiating, PGA, Penalties | Leave a comment

Nurse from Tiger Woods accident sues hospital

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Roy Kessel

A nurse who was working at the hospital where Tiger Woods was taken after his accident has sued the hospital for defamation. David Rothernberg was fired for allegedly looking at golfer Tiger Woods’ medical records in the days after his … finish reading Nurse from Tiger Woods accident sues hospital

Posted in Athletes, Daily Digest, Defamation, Firings, Golf, PGA | Leave a comment

PGA to announce Ryder Cup captain, Thursday, 11 Eastern

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The PGA of America will announce its selection of the Captain for the 2012 Ryder Cup at Medinah on Thursday at 11 Eastern.

Posted in Athletes, Coaches, Daily Digest, Golf, Governing Bodies, PGA | Leave a comment

Should TV replays be allowed to DQ golfers from tournament

Posted on January 8, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It is always crazy when golfers are penalized or DQ’ed from a tournament because some replay shows that the player committed some unknown infraction. Yes, we understand that the hallmark of the sport is the integrity of the game.   And … finish reading Should TV replays be allowed to DQ golfers from tournament

Posted in Athletes, Daily Digest, Golf, MOJ (Miscarriage of Justice), Officiating, PGA, Penalties | Leave a comment

Golf Channel wants to mic the players

Posted on January 8, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Most sports have found a good way to pick up audio from the competition.  Golf is still trying to sort through the logistical issues to bring the fans closer to the competition. Some players have allegedly told the Golf Channel … finish reading Golf Channel wants to mic the players

Posted in Athletes, Daily Digest, Golf, Media, PGA | Leave a comment

Tiger and Golf Digest terminate endorsement deal

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Tiger Woods continues to experience some of the backlash for his indiscretions.   While many of his sponsors and endorsers will find other ways to couch the end of the relationships, you can be sure that if Tiger had not experienced … finish reading Tiger and Golf Digest terminate endorsement deal

Posted in Agents, Athletes, Daily Digest, Extramarital affairs, Golf, PGA, Sponsors, Spouses | Leave a comment

Augusta joins forces with EA Sports

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Augusta National is entering a new generation.   The club has probably leaped 3 generations ahead over the last 3 years.   It has gone from a place that would not even allow a telecast of all of the holes, to now … finish reading Augusta joins forces with EA Sports

Posted in Charities, Daily Digest, Golf, Licensing, PGA | Leave a comment

AYK: Imada penalized 26 strokes, shoots 97

Posted on October 31, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Failing to read the local rules can cost you a lot of money as Dustin Johnson found out during the PGA Championship at Whistling Straits.  Now, we find out that it can also costs you a lot of strokes.  Ryuji … finish reading AYK: Imada penalized 26 strokes, shoots 97

Posted in AYK (Are you Kidding??), Athletes, Commissioners, Golf, Officiating, PGA, Penalties | Leave a comment