Saturday, November 29
2003: Perspective - Revelations and confirmations
The WGC-Accenture Match Play revealed and confirmed truths and suspicions.
2003: Our Opinion - Not-so-welcome signs
The signs of the times to come, or the time that is here, are disturbing.
2003: The Skilled Player - An exercise in trust
Scott Sackett and Brian Ingraham meld to reconstruct swing
Wednesday, November 26
2003: Business - Frank talk typifies Nike’s ad alliance
It remains to be seen whether Nike's campaign, which debuted this week, will be a success. But it certainly continues Nike's legacy of unconventional creative content.
2003: Business - Owners chart new course in depressed market
What emerged from the Feb. 22-26 “Solutions Summit” was an entrepreneurial spirit that encouraged creative initiatives in a tradition-based business environment.
2003: Business - Doral deal reflects PGA Tour’s auto focus
Whether you’re on site or watching on television, you’ll see Ford’s familiar blue oval logo splashed across Doral’s Blue Monster during this weekend’s Ford Championship.
Sunday, November 9
2003: (Good) Yankees needed overseas
After 2005, The Amateur, as it’s known on this side of the puddle, will be held two weeks later than its current early June date.
2003: Equipping golf’s future
If the PGA Merchandise Show, the 49th edition of which kicked off Jan. 23 in Orlando, is the barometer of the golf industry, then the game has problems.
2003: Punta Cana a sensational blend
If you’re going to schlep all the way down to the Dominican Republic, you owe it to yourself to taste life on both sides of the resort wall.
2003: The perfect swing strikes a balance
What is balance in the golf swing?
2003: Cobra out to maintain its ’02 momentum
New Tour, SS 380 drivers, enhanced irons lead way.
2003: TaylorMade offers new RAC options
TaylorMade has churned out a slew of new products and brand extensions in anticipation of this week’s PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Fla.
2003: Knife, MAC showcase intriguing technology
Manufacturers are fond of innovative products that convey a strong visual image.
2003: It’s good to be King
TaylorMade CEO sees himself as just one of the guys.
2003: Perfection takes time for clubs, balls
Acushnet employs more than 1,500 people in golf ball research and operations.
2003: Hogan strives for golden revival
In its 50th year, Spalding flagship sets ambitious goal.
2003: Blue-chip twins nearing goal
Aree and Naree Wongluekiets already have said the LPGA will be their first priority this year.
2003: Aree edges Naree again for Sally win
Aree, ranked No. 1 in the Golfweek/Titleist Amateur Rankings, capturing her fourth consecutive title.
2003: Foster logs first victory, survives six-man playoff
Mark Foster won the Dunhill Championship Jan. 19.
2003: Not Badd . . .
Baddeley’s reshaped swing, revamped confidence pay dividends in season debut.
2003: Wie, 13: ‘Women strive harder’
Michelle Wie already is 5-foot-10 and hits 300-yard drives with regularity.
2003: Course causes problems for Thunderbirds
The organization that annually plays host to the wildly successful Phoenix Open recently had its $12 million course placed on the auction block.
2003: British Am moves away from NCAAs
The British Amateur Championship will be held June 19-24, two weeks later than its current date, to avoid a clash with the NCAA Championships.
Friday, November 7
2003: British Am moves away from NCAAs
Beginning in 2006, the British Amateur Championship will be played at a later date to try to attract top college players from the United States.
2003: IMG’s McCormack suffers cardiac arrest
Mark McCormack went into cardiac arrest.
2003: GCSAA sets sights on Florida
Orlando and Jacksonville have emerged as frontrunners in the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America’s search for a new home.
2003: Halfway houses: The simpler, the better
Halfway houses have become as much a part of the American golf experience as cart paths and GPS systems.
2003: Augusta can do whatever it wants
The issue of distaff membership at Augusta National is damaging the game of golf.
2003: Pace enforcement is key
The PGA Tour has introduced a stricter pace-of-play policy for 2003.
2003: More than reggae
Jamaica no longer offbeat choice for golf.
2003: New Pro V1 models set to hit shops
Titleist is set to introduce two new models of the popular Pro V1 golf ball to consumers in 2003.
2003: Mass appeal
Premium golf brands show signs of warming up to major discount outlets.
2003: Clubmakers ‘supersize’ drivers in ’03
Consumers should be very careful about picking the right driver.
Monday, November 3
2003: Immelman breaks through at home
The South African Open was a thriller for home fans, with two South Africans battling for the victory in a one-hole playoff.
2003: Tiger who? Focused Els raises the bar
Ernie Els is now No. 2 in both the Golfweek/Sagarin Performance Index and World Golf Ranking.
2003: Green’s back
Dogged determination leads to veteran’s return to the PGA Tour.
2003: Nike adds Faldo to fold with 3-year deal
Nike Golf announced Jan. 10 the addition of Nick Faldo to its tour staff.
2003: Ploeger tops senior rankings
The Golfweek/Titleist Senior Amateur Rankings title went down to the wire in its first year.
2003: Minnesota probes compliance issues
Despite the turmoil and distractions, the men’s golf team captured the NCAA Division I Championship last June.
2003: PGA show viability in question
The 50th annual PGA Merchandise Show, golf’s largest trade extravaganza, is set to take place in Orlando, Fla., next week.
