Go Golf Arizona, Pro-Files
Some would say he’s the most famous caddie in the world. Since Caddyshack became a hit movie in 1980, millions of movie watchers got to know Danny Noonan as the affable, diligent, and earnest caddy from the cult film classic. And now, 40 years later…he wants to do it...
Go Golf Arizona, Pro-Files, Southern Arizona News
Outside of Arizona few people had ever heard of Sophia Popov. The USC graduate, and Scottsdale resident, had floundered in her first try on the LPGA tour, being relegated to the Symetra and even mini-tour events to keep her hopes alive. The Cactus Tour is an Arizona...
Go Golf Arizona, Pro-Files, Southern Arizona News
McKenzie Tour regular Yannick Paul ran away with the Arizona Open in Phoenix this year…capturing the $20,000 first prize…at 18 under par for a three shot win. Although the event is mostly populated by PGA professionals, it was also open to amateurs…and a few...
Go Golf Arizona, Pro-Files, Southern Arizona News
It took awhile, but Tucson born and raised Michael Thompson found his way into the winners circle again on the PGA Tour. He held on to win the 3M Open, 7 years after his only previous win at the Honda Classic in 2013. Very often, you have to go out and earn the...
Go Golf Arizona, Pro-Files, Southern Arizona News, Uncategorized
For elite Arizona golfers, this is their time of year. Playing in 100 degree heat is just part of the deal. The Arizona Amateur Championship kicks off on July 27. It features 36 holes of medal play to determine the 64 who will be paired off in match play. Among those...
Courses & Travel, Go Golf Arizona, Pro-Files
Golf may have been around in some form since 1742. So, as you might guess, memorabilia comes in all shapes and sizes. From golf related art to classic clubs to tournament programs…there is a lot of golf stuff out there collecting dust in someone’s attic. But everyone...
