Monthly Archives: January 2009

California proposing golf tax

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has proposed a tax on golf, among other things. A Web site opposing this plan A Web site opposing this plan was launched and you can read more here. Also, here’s a story on the proposed taxes … Continue reading

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Anthony Kim back…but might not play at Riviera

Anthony Kim is back from the shoulder injury that caused him to withdraw from the Bob Hope Classic. He’s not on the commitment list to play at the Northern Trust Open at Riviera next month, although he has until Feb. … Continue reading

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Berganio in the hunt

David Berganio Jr. of Sylmar is in third place in the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic, three shots behind leader Pat Perez. Berganio bogeyed the 18th hole but still shot 64. He shot 63 the previous day and is 17-under par … Continue reading

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Sherman Oaks resident aces hole at Bob Hope Classic

Andy Goldfarb, 61, of Sherman Oaks aced the 15th hole at the Palmer Private course at PGA West in the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic today. Keep reading to hear more about Goldfarb’s unlikely ace and the $100,000 Sentient Jet prize.

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Not exactly a star-studded Bob Hope field

Just three of the world’s top-25 ranked players are here at the 50th Bob Hope Chrysler Classic. Anthony Kim is ranked eighth and would’ve been the top player in the field, but he withdrew today because of a shoulder injury. … Continue reading

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Tiger Woods’ big stage at the inauguration

As you probably know, Tiger Woods was on a grand stage today speaking at Barack Obama’s inauguration. His appearance can’t hurt the PGA Tour, which surely will lose some sponsors in this economic downturn, either. “I thought it was terrific,” … Continue reading

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Goydos takes leave from PGA Tour

Paul Goydos has taken a leave of absence from the PGA Tour following the sudden death of his ex-wife, Wendy, early Saturday morning. Goydos was returning from Honolulu – where he missed the cut at the Sony Open – on … Continue reading

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Anthony Kim withdraws from Bob Hope Classic

Anthony Kim, the former Studio City resident, withdrew from the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic this morning due to a sore left shoulder. He experienced discomfort in the shoulder while practicing Monday. “I’m very disappointed to have to miss the Bob … Continue reading

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Tiger Woods back in February?

We all figured Tiger Woods would return from reconstrucitve knee surgery by the Masters in April. But the Associated Press has reported he could returnnext month, and here’s the story that ran on espn.com.

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More from Arnold Palmer

Arnold Palmer is hosting the 50th anniversary of the Bob Hope Classic. Here’s the transcript from Palmer, the five-time Bob Hope Classic champion, who’s always generous with his time. Here’s the transcript from this morning’s call:

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