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 No name is more synonymous with greatness in the sport of golf than Jack Nicklaus, and no single person has changed the face of the sport more than he - the player, the designer, and the goodwill ambassador. Nicklaus has been named "Golfer of the Century" or "Golfer of the Millennium" by almost every major golf publication in the world. He was also named Individual Male Athlete of the Century by Sports Illustrated, and one of the 10 Greatest Athletes of the Century by ESPN.
Nicklaus's design philosophy strives to enhance the natural environment, while creating a course that is both challenging and enjoyable for players of all levels.
Nicklaus and his wife Barbara have a long history of charitable work, from junior golf to children's hospitals, including the Nicklaus Children's Health Care Foundation, which supports a number of pediatric health care services, to several scholarship foundations. |
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Tony Jacklin revitalized British and, ultimately, European golf with his extraordinary accomplishments. For four seasons - from 1969 to 1972 - there was no brighter star in the field of golf than Tony Jacklin. At the age of 26, he broke all performance records in the history of British golf. In doing so, he did for British golf what Arnold Palmer did for golf in America. To this day, Tony has been the only European golfer to win the U.S. Open since 1920.
Tony believes that successful design begins with comprehensive analysis of the site features and extensive knowledge of the local environment. His goal was to create a challenging golf experience that enhanced the natural features of the area while being mindful of environmental sensitivities. Tony is universally recognized as the man who transformed golf in Europe by giving the talented young players of the day, many of whom are household names today, the inspiration and confidence they required to realize their full potential. |
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