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Watching Golf this Week: Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial

May 24, 2012 by Leave a Comment

It’s Hogan’s Alley weekend for the PGA Tour, with a better-than-average stop known for many years as simply “the Colonial.” Played in Fort Worth, Texas, hometown of golfing legend and five-time tourney champ Ben Hogan, the Colonial this year has a pretty good field including red-hot Jason Dufner and player of the year candidate Hunter Mahan, among others.

No Tiger, Phil or Rory, though, so press drama will be at a minimum for at least one more week, until the stars reassemble at the Memorial in Ohio. Until then, let the less-known stars shine in Texas.

Here’s where to follow the action:

CROWNE PLAZA INVITATIONAL AT COLONIAL

(all times Eastern)
TV COVERAGE
Thursday, May 24 — Golf Channel, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Friday, May 25 — Golf Channel, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Saturday, May 26 — CBS, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Sunday, May 27 — CBS, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.

RADIO
SIRIUS XM (Satellite)
12 p.m. — 6 p.m., Thursday-Sunday

ONLINE
The PGA’s Live@ won’t return until next week’s Memorial. All you have this week on your computer is…

PGA SHOT TRACKER
Get your online fix via Shot Tracker for the Colonial.

TOP TWITTER FEEDS TO FOLLOW

Geoff Shackelford — well known golf writer.
Golf Channel — official Golf Channel feed
@PGATOUR — official PGA Twitter feed
@StephanieWei — great golf writer who is a Twitter fiend (though she is taking this week off too)

WHAT’S THE COURSE LIKE?
Colonial Country Club has been the site of this tourney since 1946. Here’s the tour’s brief course-info page. The tourney site itself has a good hole by hole map.

WHO WON THIS THING LAST YEAR?
David Toms. Who looks great in the winner’s plaid jacket. Yep. Plaid.

LOCAL FLAVOR
Bone up on your Colonial history on the tourney’s traditions page.

FEDEX CUP LEADERS
1. Jason Dufner, 1,435 points
2. Hunter Mahan, 1,395 points
3. Bubba Watson, 1,372
4. Phil Mickelson, 1,307
5. Rory McIlroy, 1,290

See the full standings for the FedEx Cup points list.

WORLD GOLF RANKINGS
1. Rory McIlroy; 2. Luke Donald; 3. Lee Westwood; 4. Bubba Watson; 5. Matt Kuchar.
See the official World Golf Ranking list.

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Watching Golf this Week: HP Byron Nelson Championship

May 17, 2012 by Leave a Comment

After burning out a bit watching the Players Championship last week, I might be like Tiger and take a week off. After all, without ol’ Lord Byron around to pass judgement from his lawn chair this tournament just doesn’t feel like it has the same meaning. Plus, I am not sure I want to wallow in the Keeeeeegan Bradley “first win” BS that is sure to emerge. I am not a Bradley fan, mostly due to the long putter. I may not ever like the guy because I was pulling for Dufner in the PGA finale last year. Is that a rivalry worth worrying about? Maybe not. But even if I don’t watch, there will be golf this weekend.

And with Phil and Ernie Els in the field there is some star power, though anything other than the U.S. Open right now feels like practice. Well maybe the Memorial will be worthwhile. Certainly the PGA Tour seems to think so, because that is when we will next see live online coverage of golf — none this week from Texas. And we’re back to shortened times for Golf Channel and CBS so — maybe this week is for hard-cores only.

Here’s where to follow the action:

HP BYRON NELSON CHAMPIONSHIP

(all times Eastern)
TV COVERAGE
Thursday, May 17 — Golf Channel, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Friday, May 18 — Golf Channel, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Saturday, May 19 — CBS, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Sunday, May 20 — CBS, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.

RADIO
SIRIUS XM (Satellite)
12 p.m. — 6 p.m., Thursday-Sunday

ONLINE
The PGA’s Live@ is gone. All you have this week on your computer is…

PGA SHOT TRACKER
Get another online fix via Shot Tracker for the HPBNC.

TOP TWITTER FEEDS TO FOLLOW

Geoff Shackelford — well known golf writer.
Golf Channel — official Golf Channel feed
@PGATOUR — official PGA Twitter feed
@StephanieWei — great golf writer who is a Twitter fiend (though she is taking this week off too; but she’s still fun to follow, as her twitpics of mini golf this week showed)

WHAT’S THE COURSE LIKE?
The TPC Four Seasons Las Colinas sounds like the hotel at the mall at the end of the world. Here’s some info on the layout.

WHO WON THIS THING LAST YEAR?
Do you have to ask? KEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEgan.

LOCAL FLAVOR
If you don’t know anything about Lord Byron, time to hone up on your history. The tournament’s legacy page is a good place to start. When Tiger was challenging Nelson’s 11-in-a-row streak a few years back a lot of folks learned a lot more about one of golf’s more silent heroes. And then there’s the Dallas Morning News for local reporter-type coverage.

FEDEX CUP LEADERS
1. Hunter Mahan, 1,378 points
2. Bubba Watson, 1372
3. Rory McIlroy, 1,290
4. Phil Mickelson, 1,220
5. Carl Pettersson, 1,215

See the full standings for the FedEx Cup points list.

WORLD GOLF RANKINGS
1. Rory McIlroy; 2. Luke Donald; 3. Lee Westwood; 4. Bubba Watson; 5. Matt Kuchar.
See the official World Golf Ranking list.

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Watching Golf this Week: The Players Championship

May 10, 2012 by 1 Comment

As we said earlier in the week, it’s all about the island green 17th hole at The Players Championship, aka the “fifth major.” I still don’t agree with that sentiment since to me the whole Pete Dye railroad ties-thing seems like mini golf. Plus, there is absolutely no tradition behind The Players equal to that of the heritage of the U.S. Open or British Open, or the grandeur of Bobby Jones’ idea, the Masters.

Even the PGA to me has more major muster than The Players, simply again because of its connection to course pros and the history of the sport. But that doesn’t mean we won’t watch all the big guns this week, since there is (hooray!) online coverage again. (I just watched defending champ K.J. Choi rinse one at the 17th as I am writing this.) Now all Tiger needs to do is conjure up some more 17th hole putting magic to put all the chattering to rest.

Here’s where to follow the action:

THE PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP

(all times Eastern)
TV COVERAGE
Thursday, May 10 — Golf Channel, 1 p.m. — 7 p.m.; 9 p.m. — 12 a.m.
Friday, May 11 — Golf Channel, 1 p.m. — 7 p.m.; 9 p.m. — 12 a.m.
Saturday, May 12 — Golf Channel, 12 p.m. — 2 p.m.; NBC, 2 p.m. — 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 13 — Golf Channel, 12 p.m. — 2 p.m.; NBC, 2 p.m. — 7 p.m.

RADIO
SIRIUS XM (Satellite)
12 p.m. — 7 p.m., Thursday-Sunday

ONLINE
The PGA’s Live@ is back! This page seems to be the best for links to whatever they are showing on @Live. Here is the @Live schedule:
Thursday/Friday: 9 a.m. — 7 p.m.
Saturday/Sunday: 12 p.m. — 7 p.m.

PGA SHOT TRACKER
Get another online fix via Shot Tracker for the TPC.

TIGER TRACKER
GolfWeek is back with its hole by hole recap of El Tigre’s swings… Here’s round one.

TOP TWITTER FEEDS TO FOLLOW

Geoff Shackelford — well known golf writer.
Golf Channel — official Golf Channel feed
@PGATOUR — official PGA Twitter feed
@StephanieWei — great golf writer who is a Twitter fiend

WHAT’S THE COURSE LIKE?
The main TPC page has an exhaustive hole-by-hole description of TPC Sawgrass.

WHO WON THIS THING LAST YEAR?
K.J. Choi.

FEDEX CUP LEADERS
1. Hunter Mahan, 1,378 points
2. Bubba Watson, 1372
3. Rory McIlroy, 1,290
4. Phil Mickelson, 1,178
5. Carl Pettersson, 1,135

See the full standings for the FedEx Cup points list.

WORLD GOLF RANKINGS
1. Rory McIlroy; 2. Luke Donald; 3. Lee Westwood; 4. Bubba Watson; 5. Hunter Mahan.
See the official World Golf Ranking list.

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Watching Golf This Week: Tiger, Phil and Rory: Live, Not on Home Video

May 3, 2012 by 1 Comment

Part of watching golf this week involved a much talked-about home video — which, if you were a fan of Tiger Woods, you might have found interesting. The established golf media, however, and even some of Woods’ tour competitors, took friendly swings at the King for his somewhat self-absorbed, completely scandal-free Q&A session.

With all that behind us now all that remains is the golf, this week at Quail Hollow in Charlotte for the Wells Fargo Championship. All the big hitters are back this week, at one of the tour stops that is a favorite among the golfers for its layout and “major” type feel (and “major” purse — $6,500,000 in the prize kitty). So set back, tune in the Golf Channel for an extra hour Thursday and Friday, and bonus coverage before CBS comes in on the weekend.

Here’s where to follow the action:

WELLS FARGO CHAMPIONSHIP

(all times Eastern)
TV COVERAGE
Thursday, May 3 — Golf Channel, 3 p.m. — 7 p.m.
Friday, May 4 — Golf Channel, 3 p.m. — 7 p.m.
Saturday, May 5 — Golf Channel, 1 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.; CBS, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Sunday, May 6 — Golf Channel, 1 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.; CBS, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.

RADIO
SIRIUS XM (Satellite)
12 p.m. — 6 p.m., Thursday-Sunday

ONLINE
The PGA’s Live@ broadcasts don’t return until the Players next week. So you will have to get by online with…

PGA SHOT TRACKER
Get your online fix via Shot Tracker for the WFC.

TIGER TRACKER
GolfWeek is back with its hole by hole recap of El Tigre’s swings… Here’s round one, and here’s round two.

IF YOU ARE THERE… USE YOUR CELL PHONE, SILENTLY
We love the PGA Tour’s attempts to keep people from using their cell phones. Here are the rules for cell use at the WFC:

Mobile Device / Cell Phone Policy: The following information outlines the proper usage of Mobile Devices at the Wells Fargo Championship. Our goal is to enhance the spectator experience while preserving the integrity of the competition. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.

All electronic devices must be on set to SILENT at all times.
Calls only permitted in designated Cell Phone Zones. See course maps for approved areas.
Photos are NOT allowed to be taken with cell phones (or cameras) Thursday – Sunday.
No video recording permitted anytime Monday-Sunday.
Texting is permitted, but limited to areas away from competition.
Failure to adhere to the Mobile Device Policy may result in the confiscation of your mobile device or removal from the tournament.

You can have my iPhone when you pry it from my cold, dead hands…

TOP TWITTER FEEDS TO FOLLOW

Wells Fargo Golf — The tournament’s own Twitter feed.
Geoff Shackelford — well known golf writer.
Golf Channel — official Golf Channel feed
@PGATOUR — official PGA Twitter feed
@StephanieWei — great golf writer who is a Twitter fiend

LOCAL FLAVOR
The Charlotte Observer has you covered with a special golf section that has columnists, features and news.

WHAT’S THE COURSE LIKE?
The local Charlotte Observer has a fly-by feature that lets you look at Quail Hollow, hole by hole.

WHO WON THIS THING LAST YEAR?
Lucas Glover, who is trying to get back on track after some injuries including the feared paddle-board knee twist.

FEDEX CUP LEADERS
1. Hunter Mahan, 1,378 points
2. Bubba Watson, 1372
3. Phil Mickelson, 1,136
4. Carl Pettersson, 1,111
5. Johnson Wagner, 1,056

See the full standings for the FedEx Cup points list.

WORLD GOLF RANKINGS
1. Luke Donald; 2. Rory McIlroy; 3. Lee Westwood; 4. Bubba Watson; 5. Hunter Mahan.
See the official World Golf Ranking list.

Filed Under: CBS Sports, Golf, Golf Channel, Tiger Woods Tagged With: , , ,

Watching Golf This Week: Bubba’s Back in NOLA

April 26, 2012 by 1 Comment

Has the feel-good aura of winning the green jacket already worn off? Or was Bubba Watson always something of a crank, and now we’re just noticing because everyone is paying attention? The simmering story this week on the PGA Tour is that Bubba Watson is back playing in a somewhat minor event, which is surprising because tour stops like the Zurich Classic of New Orleans are the types the big dogs usually skip. And now Bubba is a big dog, courtesy of his Masters win. But Bubba is a man who is loyal, and he won here last year so he considers it his obligation to show up.

The only problem is, he’s letting everyone know that. And if you read between the lines from his testy press conference earlier in the week you get the feeling that the feel-good everyman Bubba may not stay that way for long. Cue the prima donna music! Let’s see how cheery the new dad is if he starts hitting them into the swamp. And if Bubba fails us, maybe John Daly can provide some excitement. Anyway — no online golf AGAIN this week, so you are stuck with broadcast TV, radio or shot tracker. (At least there’s the bonus Golf Channel coverage on the weekend) But you probably won’t care until Saturday anyway since you will be watching the NFL Draft.

But if you want golf…
Here’s where to follow the action:

ZURICH CLASSIC OF NEW ORLEANS

(all times Eastern)
TV COVERAGE
Thursday, April 26 — Golf Channel, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Friday, April 27 — Golf Channel, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Saturday, April 28 — Golf Channel, 1 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.; CBS, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Sunday, April 29 — Golf Channel, 1 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.; CBS, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.

RADIO
SIRIUS XM (Satellite)
12 p.m. — 6 p.m., Thursday-Sunday

ONLINE
The PGA’s Live@ broadcasts don’t return until the Players in early May. So you will have to get by online with…

PGA SHOT TRACKER
Get your online fix via Shot Tracker for the ZCoNO.

TOP TWITTER FEEDS TO FOLLOW

Geoff Shackelford — well known golf writer.
Golf Channel — official Golf Channel feed
@PGATOUR — official PGA Twitter feed
@StephanieWei — great golf writer who is a Twitter fiend

LOCAL FLAVOR
Is there any place in the U.S. more flavorful than New Orleans? Wish we were there this weekend — not only is there golf, there’s the New Orleans Jazz Festival. For golf, Doug Tatum at the New Orleans Times-Picayune is the guy to follow

WHAT’S THE COURSE LIKE?
Not much flavor or history to the TPC Louisiana. Looks swampy.

WHO WON THIS THING LAST YEAR?
Bubba. (Has he become a one-word player yet? Like Tiger or Phil?)

FEDEX CUP LEADERS
1. Hunter Mahan, 1,378 points
2. Bubba Watson, 1322
3. Phil Mickelson, 1,136
4. Carl Pettersson, 1,111
5. Johnson Wagner, 1,056

See the full standings for the FedEx Cup points list.

WORLD GOLF RANKINGS
1. Rory McIlroy; 2. Luke Donald; 3. Lee Westwood; 4. Bubba Watson; 5. Hunter Mahan.
See the official World Golf Ranking list.

Filed Under: CBS Sports, Golf, Golf Channel, PGA Tagged With: , , ,

Watching Golf This Week: Texas Time on the Tour

April 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Did you know that this is the 90th version of the Valero Texas Open? Does that history mean anything to you? Probably not. It may mean a lot to the fine folks in San Antonio who are hosting this week’s PGA Tour stop, but for golf fans this is one of those in-between weeks, where the big names take some time off. No Tiger, no Phil, no Rory, no Bubba… maybe Rich Beem will resurface and be the big story this week. Or maybe Matt Kuchar, the top 10 man, will get himself a long-overdue winner’s check.

Here’s where to follow the action:

VALERO TEXAS OPEN

(all times Eastern)
TV COVERAGE
Thursday, April 19 — Golf Channel, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Friday, April 20 — Golf Channel, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Saturday, April 21 — CBS, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.
Sunday, April 12 — CBS, 3 p.m. — 6 p.m.

RADIO
SIRIUS XM (Satellite)
12 p.m. — 6 p.m., Thursday-Sunday

ONLINE
The PGA’s Live@ broadcasts don’t return until the Players in early May. So you will have to get by online with…

PGA SHOT TRACKER
Get your online fix via Shot Tracker for the Valero Open.

TOP TWITTER FEEDS TO FOLLOW

Geoff Shackelford — well known golf writer.
Golf Channel — official Golf Channel feed
@PGATOUR — official PGA Twitter feed
@StephanieWei — great golf writer who is a Twitter fiend

LOCAL FLAVOR
This is kind of fun — the First Tee program has some local youth bloggers writing about the Valero Open. Give them a read. And the San Antonio Express-News has a special Texas Open site.

WHAT’S THE COURSE LIKE?
The Express-News has a good hole by hole feature on the TPC San Antonio course.

WHO WON THIS THING LAST YEAR?
Brendan Steele.

FEDEX CUP LEADERS
1. Hunter Mahan, 1,378 points
2. Bubba Watson, 1322
3. Phil Mickelson, 1,136
4. Carl Pettersson, 1,111
5. Johnson Wagner, 1,056

See the full standings for the FedEx Cup points list.

WORLD GOLF RANKINGS
1. Rory McIlroy; 2. Luke Donald; 3. Lee Westwood; 4. Bubba Watson; 5. Hunter Mahan.
See the official World Golf Ranking list.

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