“I have decided to take an indefinite break from professional golf”

By Tiger Woods   “I am deeply aware of the disappointment and hurt that my infidelity has caused to so many people, most of all my wife and children. I want to say again to everyone that I am profoundly sorry and that I ask forgiveness. It may not be possible to repair the damage I’ve done, but I want to do my best to try. I would like to ask everyone, including my fans, the good people at my foundation, business partners, the PGA Tour, and my fellow competitors, for their understanding. What’s most important now is that my… Read More »

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Woods issues statement on crash. Woods at fault in crash, will get citation.

_________________________________________________________________________________________________   “As you all know, I had a single-car accident late last week, and sustained some injuries. I have some cuts, bruising and right now I’m pretty sore.   This situation is my fault, and it’s obviously embarrassing to my family and me. I’m human and I’m not perfect. I will certainly make sure this doesn’t happen again. This is a private matter and I want to keep it that way. Although I understand there is curiosity, the many false, unfounded and malicious rumors that are currently circulating about my family and me are irresponsible. The only person responsible… Read More »

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The Chevron World Challenge

  The Chevron World Challenge presented by Bank of America celebrates its 11th year by once again bringing golf’s finest stars to Southern California. This year’s tournament will be played at Sherwood Country Club in Thousand Oaks, CA, on a course designed by famed architect and professional golfer Jack Nicklaus.

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The Masters. …a brief look back as we anticipate a great future

“Once you enter the gates and pass through the well-maintained concession area, the world opens up to a rolling ocean of green grass. Colorful Azaleas adorn the course. By Herschel V. Caldwell It is generally agreed that until 1977, the 1975 Masters was the year that held a special significant for people of color, particularly African Americans. That was the year Lee Elder became the first African American ever to compete in the Masters’ tournament.

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Vincent Johnson has the game and the opportunity

Will he be the  first African-American to seriously follow Tiger on the PGA Tour? We think so. by Herschel Caldwell LOS ANGELES -On the clubhouse balcony at Riviera, high enough to see the Pacific Ocean over the tops of eucalyptus trees that frame fairways, Vincent Johnson hardly looked like a player about to make his PGA Tour debut. For one thing, he was dressed smartly in a dark suit and tie. He also stood out because of the color of his skin. In the dozen years since Tiger Woods joined the PGA Tour, the number of players with African-American heritage… Read More »

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Pat Perez Stays Strong to Win The 50th Bob Hope Classic .

By Herschel Caldwell SANTA ANA, CA – January 26, 2009 – Hard work and dedication paid off for Pat Perez as he earned his first PGA TOUR victory at the 50th Bob Hope Classic. Perez has been working with Coach Joey D, one of the elite biomechanics, strength and conditioning coaches on the PGA Tour and using GolfGym training products for the past year as part of his golf fitness program.

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Tiger Picks Site for First Golf Course….Woods Sees Project as ‘Great Responsibility’

Tiger Woods said recently he will develop his first golf course in Dubai, an oil-rich city that hosts two European Tour events and has seen a recent rise in golf course construction. The Tiger Woods Dubai will feature a 7,700-yard, par-72 course, a 60,000-square-foot clubhouse, a golf academy, 320 exclusive villas and a boutique hotel with 80 suites. “I look at this project not only as an opportunity, but also as a great responsibility,” Woods said. Dubai already has eight golf courses, including the Emirates Golf Club, which hosts the Dubai Desert Classic. Woods won the tournament earlier this year… Read More »

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