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Chase Sargent is CAA Golfer of the Week!
12-20-2011:
VCU senior golfer, Chase Sargent, was named the CAA Golfer of the Week due to his fine play in the UNCG Bridgeston Golf Collegiate last week. Chase shot rounds of 73-71 on back-to-back days in the rain-shortened event to finish fifth. It was his best finish of the season and he is averaging a career best 73.45 strokes per round.
Great job Chase....keep it going all year long!
Brooks Koepka wins 1st Collegiate Victory!
12-20-2011:
Florida State golfer, Brooks Koepka, won his first individual collegiate victory at Macon, Georgia in the Brickyard Collegiate Classic and helped his Seminoles to a second place team finish as well. Brooks fired rounds of 66-70-69 for a 205 total to win by four shots over an outstanding field. Awesome job Brooks! Dr. Bob is very proud to help you with your mental game!
Linus Lo wins Hong Kong Junior Open!
12-1-2011:
Dr. Bob student, Linus Lo, won the 2011 Hong Kong Junior Open shooting some great scores and winning over an outstanding international field. Linus was using strategies he developed during a recent visit with Dr. Bob and it certainly paid off! Congratulations Linus! This was an awesome victory!
David Damesworth wins Prestigious Championship!
11-28-2011:
David Damesworth fired impressive rounds of 68-65-74 to win the
PGA North Florida Section Championship by two shots over a strong field. This victory earns him an exemption into the 2012 Arnold Palmer Bay Hill Classic. Great job David! Dr. Bob is so proud of you!
Nick Austin is Player of the Week!
11-9-2011:
University of Richmond junior Nick Austin has earned A - 10
Conference Player of the Week for his stellar performance at the VCU Shootout at the Hermitage Club in Richmond, Virginia. Nick has been firing low rounds for the past ten collegiate tournaments and is becoming a dominant player in NCAA Division I golf. Great job Nick! Dr. Bob is proud of you!
Jaeger wins Golfweek Challenge!
11-1-2011:
Stephan Jaeger of the University of Chattanooga captured his second collegiate victory in high fashion by winning the Golfweek Challenge event held at Spirit Hollow Club in Iowa. Jaeger battled a tough tournament field and fired rounds of 67-69-73 to win the coveted title by one shot. Super job Stephan! Dr. Bob is proud of your accomplishment!
Benni Weilguni goes low at Carpet Classic!
10-16-2011:
Chattanooga's Benni Weilguni of Langelois, Austria set a school tournament record of firing 6 under par for three rounds at the Carpet Capital Classic in Dalton, Georgia. Benni has been working hard on his mental game and this is the first of many great things for the super talent! Awesome job Benni!
Caleb Sibley believes and achieves record score!
10-11-2011:
After a brief visit with Dr. Bob, Caleb Sibley of Lake Mary, Florida played an impressive round at Falcon's Fire Resort in Kissimmee, Florida and fired a four under score of 32 for a varsity high school match. This score is a record for his high school and is a credit to Caleb's great work ethic. Super job Caleb!
Cassandra Blaney wins Sun Coast at Reunion!
9-30-2011:
Cassandra Blaney of Champions Gate, Florida won her first Sun Coast Series event of the fall season by firing rounds of 70-71-70 to finish at five under par and win by a solid six shots! Cassandra is fine tuning her game for the LPGA Q School this fall. Great job Cass!
Lizi Brooks fires 67 in first college tournament!
9-28-2011:
Lizi Brooks of Campbell University has started her college tournament career with a bang by vaulting into contention in her first collegiate tournament with a blistering 67 in the second round. Lizi's fine play helped her team get into contention and is the first of many for the first year freshman. Great job Lizi!
Sandra Gal picked for Solheim Cup!
9-26-2011:
Based on her awesome play this year, Sandra Gal from Germany was a captain's pick to make the European Solheim Cup. The Solheim Cup will be played this year in Ireland and Sandra will be a valuable addition to the team. Congratulations Sandra! Dr. Bob is proud of you!
Nick Austin has super summer!
9-26-2011:
University of Richmond golfer, Nick Austin, had a super summer qualifying for the US Amateur and also winning the Richmond Golf Association tournament along with several other victories. Nick is a junior at Richmond and will lead the Spiders into their fall season! Super job Nick!
Jonathan Fly wins C-USA and Sun Trust Open!
9-26-2011:
Jonathan Fly has had a strong run winning the Conference USA collegiate tournament and following up with a grand finish of shooting 13 under par to win the Tennessee Sun Trust Open with rounds of 66-64-67 for a 197 total. Awesome J-Fly! Super strong finishes!
Daniel Walker named A - 10 Player of the Week!
9-26-2011:
Daniel Walker of Earlysville, Virginia and a member of the University of Richmond Spiders Golf team, recently was named Atlantic 10 Player of the week by firing rounds of 66-66-75 in the Marshall University Invitational last week. This is his third consecutive Top Ten finish in the past three tournaments. Dr. Bob is proud of you Daniel...keep up the great play!
Stephan Jaeger continues bold play!
9-26-2011:
Stephan Jaeger of Germany and Chattanooga has played some awesome golf this summer! He won several tournaments and also qualified for the US Amateur and made it to the final 32 of match play and survived a 20 man playoff to get into match play. Congratulations on your great play Stephan!
Nicole Camaratta joins Dr. Bob Team!
9-16-2011:
Nicole Camaratta of Southern California has joined with Dr. Bob to take her game to the next level. Nicole has been progressing through the ranks of grand junior tennis for the past two years and she is on her way to developing into a national contender. Super work Nicole! Dr. Bob is proud to be working with you!
Matt Plummer wins 2nd IJGT Title of the Year!
8-31-2011:
Matthew Plummer of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania scored a solid win at Hershey, Pennsylvania with rounds of 71-73 to shoot an even par 144. This win was his second IJGT of the season and placed him on the IJGT 1st team. Super play Matthew! Dr. Bob is proud to have you on our team!
Emily Flanigan finishes strong at NCAA finals!
8-31-2011:
Senior Co-Captain and 1st Team All-American Emily Flanigan finished her collegiate career with a top five finish in the National Finals with a final score of 295 for the four rounds. Her third round 69 was the lowest of her career and sparked the Mocs to being in contention. Dr. Bob is stoked by your play!
Jonathan Fly wins C-USA and Sun Trust Open!
8-31-2011:
Jonathan Fly has had a strong run winning the Conference USA collegiate tournament and following up with a grand finish of shooting 13 under par to win the Tennessee Sun Trust Open with rounds of 66-64-67 for a 197 total. Awesome J-Fly! Super strong finishes!
J - Moore wins big in Asia!
8-31-2011:
Jonathan Moore scored a huge victory in the Impian Classic with a tournament victory score of 22 under par. He shot rounds of 66-68-65-67 to post his first professional victory with wife Claire on the bag as his caddy. Super job Jonathan...Dr. Bob is so proud of your perseverance!
Megan Kiley leads Mocs to NCAA Finals!
5-24-2011:
Megan Kiley led the Lady Mocs to another NCAA Final appearance with her strong play in the Super Regional held at the CC of Eaglebrooke. Megan had rounds of 77-72-72 to help the Mocs move into the finals which will be held in Michigan next week. Great job Megan! Dr. Bob is proud of you!
Sandra Gal wins LPGA Kia Classic!
5-24-2011:
LPGA tour player and former University of Florida standout,
Sandra Gal, played some spectacular golf out west to win the 2011 LPGA Kia Classic. Sandra fired a final round of 2 under 71 to complete a 16 under par finish for the tournament. Great going Sandra...keep those wins coming!
Ball State Coach and Players win Honors!
5-24-2011:
Ball State Men's Golf Coach, Mike Fleck was named Mid American Conference Coach of the Year recently for his great season with the Cardinals. Also being mentioned was Eric Steger, who was named 1st Team MAC and Tyler Merkel, who was named Frosh Golfer of the Year. Congratulations Cards..super job!
Steger Wins in Tough Conditions!
5-24-2011:
Eric Steger, a senior on the Ball State University Golf Team, scored a significant victory over two horrible days of inclement weather in Muncie to capture the Yestingsmeier Invitational. Eric scored a magnificent 67 in the first round and followed that up with rounds of 72 and 75. Great job Eric! Dr. Bob is so happy for you! Well Done!
Nick Austin plays great in Atlantic 10 Tournament!
5-24-2011:
The University of Richmond Spiders were led going into the last round of the Atlantic 10 Conference championship with Nick Austin firing rounds of 76-67 and finishing with a 71 to tie for first. Nick eventually finished second via a playoff, but he made All Atlantic 10 Conference and is awaiting word of an NCAA Bid. Super job Nick... Dr. Bob is proud of your accomplishments!
M.E. Baskette Wins 1st GTJGA event!
5-24-2011:
M.E. Baskette of Tampa, Florida has been working hard over the
winter with Dr. Bob getting her ready for the spring and summer golf tournaments and it seems to be working! M.E. won her first event in a playoff at the Belle Aire CC in Tampa. Super job M.E.....you are improving every day! Awesome!
Lady Mocs Win the Battle at the Beach!
5-5-2011:
Dr. Bob wants to congratulate the Lady Mocs with an Impressive win at Daytona Beach in the Battle of the Beach! Strong play by Emily Flanigan, Marianne Anderson and Megan Kiley led the way for the Mocs to score an impressive victory! Super job Lady Mocs Another W in the Win column!
Ball State Cards win Yestingsmeier Invitational!
5-5-2011:
Inspired by Dr. Bob's visit to Muncie and a late night seminar, the Ball State Cards got through some nasty weather and won the Yestingsmeier Golf Inviitationall over 13 other teams with great performances by Eric Steger and Tyler Merkel. Super work Cards! Dr. Bob is proud to be a part of the winning tradition!
Jaeger wins 1st Title at LSU!
5-5-2011:
Stephan Jaeger of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga won his first collegiate tournament with a stellar score of seven under par. The Munich, Germany native and junior at Chattanooga fired rounds of 70-67-72 to win and guide his team to a runner-up finish on a very tough golf course in Baton Rouge. Great job Stephan!
Stephan Jaeger ----Best in the Southern Conference!
4-18-2011:
Chattanooga golfer, Stephan Jaeger, has won consecutive titles as Player of the Week for the Southern Conference. The junior from Munich, Germany has played some of his best golf against the nation's finest collegiate players and has been awarded consecutive awards as player of the week in the conference. Awesome job Stephan...Dr. Bob is very proud of your accomplishments!
Audette Wins SSC Award
4-5-2011:
The Moccasins' M.J. Audette is the Sunshine State Conference Women's Golfer of the Week for her performance in last week's Peggy Kirk Bell Invitational. Audette was the tournament winner in a field that included defending national champion Nova Southeastern and its 2010 Player of the Year Sandra Changkija.
The junior from Lakeland finished with a final score of 224 to win by one stroke. The Moccasins were second in the team standings, four strokes behind Nova Southestern.
4-5-2011:
Mary Fran Hillow of Orlando shot a new ladies' course record by firing a final round 66 in the Ladies' Club Championship at Orange Tree Golf Club. She added a first round 73 to her 66 to fire a 36 hole total of 139 that also became a new 36 hole record. Mary Fran continued her good play with a runner up finish in the Saddlebrook Classic at Tampa last weekend. Awesome job Mary Fran!
Kate Ryley racks up 5 Wins this season!
4-5-2011:
Kate Ryley of the University of Vermont Ski Team has recorded 5 Alpine wins this season since working with Dr. Bob! She is a freshman on the Women's Ski Team and is leading the Catamounts into the EISA championships this weekend. Great going Kate....keep focused on your lines and let's go faster! Dr. Bob is proud of you!
Hally Leadbetter wins 1st FCWT event!
4-5-2011:
Hally Leadbetter, longtime Dr. Bob Student and headed for the University of Arkansas this fall, recently won the Plantation FCWT golf event by getting off to a hot start and managed to close the deal for her first FCWT golf win! Hally eagled the 11th hole and proceeded to go four under over the first three holes to separate herself from the field. Great win Hally! Dr. Bob is proud of you!
The Ball State University Golf Team visits Dr. Bob!
3-18-2011:
The 2011 Ball State Golf Cardinals visited Dr. Bob at the David Leadbetter Golf Facility at Champions Gate this past week. Dr. Bob presented specific putting and sport psychology techniques to the Cardnial Golf team. Dr. Bob was a former captain of the Ball State University golf team and he is preparing the Cards for their participation in the upcoming UCF Rio Pinar Golf Invitational March 14-15, 2011 to be held in Orlando. Dr. Bob says: Go Cards.....Think Big...Play Big!
Megan Ryley on top again!
3-18-2011:
Megan Ryley, a member of the University of Vermont ski team, spoke with Dr. Bob the night before her race and promptly went out and won the Bates Winter Carnival - EISA championship the next day in the Women's Slalom. Megan is an All-American and once again, in the winner's circle! Great job Megan! Dr. Bob is proud to be a part of your winning team!
Florida Southern Lady Mocs Win Another!
3-11-2011:
The Lady Mocs proved that their squad was deeply loaded with talent after the younger Mocs came away with a big victory in the 2011 Webber International Classic! Coach Davis allowed many of his younger players to play in the place of the veterans and they managed a first place finish over eight other teams! Dr. Bob is proud of you Lady Mocs!
Andersson wins SSC Player of the Week Award!
3-7-2011:
Just a week after her roommate was the SSC Player of the Week, Marianne Andersson was named SSC Player of the Week by winning the 2011 Webber Classic! Marianne's roommate is Emily Flanigan and both are Co-Captains of the Lady Mocs this year. Super job Marianne....Dr. Bob is proud of you and keeping the Player of the Week Award in the same house!
M.J. Audette continues bold play into 2011 Season!
2-28-2011:
M.J. Audette, a long-time Dr. Bob student, distinguished herself as one of the top NCAA contenders with another strong finish at the Tusculum Intercollegiate. M.J. finished in a tie for first place along with teammate, Emily Flanigan. M.J. has several collegiate victories and she is marching towards the NCAA Championship this May! Great job M.J.!
Lady Mocs Rally to Win Spring Opener!
2-28-2011:
The Florida Southern Lady Moccasins opened their spring season with an impressive victory coming from nine shots back to capture the Tusculum Intercollegiate over a field of 17 teams. During a recent visit with Dr. Bob, the Lady Mocs made a team pact that they were going after greatness this season. This victory confirms that your dedication is working! Great job!
Emily Flanigan uses awesome focus to tie for 1st Place!
2-26-2011:
Senior Emily Flanigan of Florida Southern fired rounds of 74-73 to finish in a tie for first place in the Tusculum Intercollegiate at Kiawah Island. Her strong finish helped propel the Lady Mocs around rival Rollins College in the final round to win their spring season opener. Great job Emily.....Dr. Bob is stoked by your great play!
Kris Tamulis Wins with Final Round 67!
2-26-2011:
Kris Tamulis fired a final round 67 to finish with a 54 hole tournament score of 6 under par (210) at the Country Club of Mount Dora. Kris came from behind to capture the talent-filled field in the Sun Coast Series event held recently at Mount Dora. Dr. Bob says: Awesome job Kris! You closed the deal!
Marino kicks off 2011 season opener with strong
finish!
2-26-2011:
Steve Marino finished the Sony Open in Hawaii with a 66-68 in the final 36 holes to take runner-up honors but also to get 2011 started with a strong, positive note. Dr. Bob is proud of your efforts Stevo!
Flanigan Named SSC Player of the Week!
2-26-2011:
Senior Co-Captain Emily Flanigan was named the Sunshine State Conference Player of the Week with her impressive finish to help the Lady Mocs earn their first win of the spring 2011 season at Kiawah Island. Emily has been working hard with Dr. Bob and it is really paying off! Awesome job Emily!! You have earned the right to be stoked!
Brooks and Zhang win TPC Sawgrass titles!
2-26-2011:
Dr. Bob students, Lizi Brooks and Terrence Zhang both won their division championships over the New Year Holiday on the TPC Stadium Course at Ponte Vedra, Florida. This is the 2nd win and back to back victory for Zhang and it is another notch in the winner's circle for Lizi Brooks. Great job guys...2011 is off with a victory bang!
David Damesworth (Double D) wins PGA Florida Section event!
2-8-2011:
David Damesworth of Orange Tree Golf Club won the PGA North Florida Section title with a sensational 67 that distanced him from the pack. David used his Dr. Bob strategy of staying true to his commitment to secure the title. Great job David!
Quinn Griffing wins 2010 Indiana Player of the Year Award!
2-8-2011:
Quinn Griffing of Fort Wayne, Indiana, had a super 2010 season using his strong mental attitude to win the Pepsi Player of the Year Award. This is another in a series of major awards for Quinn. Dr. Bob is proud to be a part of your team! Super job Quinn!
Hank Lebioda named FSGA JR. Player of the Year!
2-8-2011:
Hank Lebioda has earned the title of 2010 Florida State Golf Association Junior Player of the Year after having a wonderful season of multiple victories and top ten finishes! Hank is one of the top junior players in the nation and has been a student of Dr. Bob for quite some time! Super job Hank!
Adam Ball is Virginia's Junior Golfer of the Year for 2010!
2-8-2011:
Adam Ball of Richmond, Virginia had a super 2010 in his junior and amateur tournament championships and was named a co-holder of the Junior Player of the Year for 2010 by the Virginia State Golf Association. Super job Adam....Dr. Bob is proud of your accomplishment!
Weaver Wins Tour's Inaugural Race to Morocco and Exemption into European Tour's 2011 King Hassan II Trophy
1-17-2011:
Drew Weaver captures Inaugural King Hassan Trophy and is headed to Morocco to play on European Tour! Drews' great play all season long is paying off big time in Europe!
Kate Ryley headed for big things!
1-3-2011:
Kate Ryley has joined forces with Dr. Bob to help her get into the winner's circle in downhill skiing. Kate is currently skiing for the University of Vermont Catamounts and has been a former member of the Canadian Jr. National Ski Team. Dr. Bob is glad to have you on board Kate....now let's ski fast!
Lebioda wins Falcon's Fire FJGT Classic! Khoury finishes 6th!
1-3-2011:
Hank Lebioda won the Falcon's Fire Classic firing rounds of 70-67 and leaving the field far behind. This is another win for the talented junior from Winter Park, Florida. Also, Gaston Khoury fired rounds of 70-75 to have his best finish this season on the tour. Both are Dr. Bob students making wonderful progress! Great job guys!
Lady Mocs Finish Fall Season with a BIG WIN!
1-3-2011:
The Florida Southern Women's Golf Team finished their fall season winning the St. Leo Invitational. This 15 shot win was their second win of the season with two runner up finishes. The Lady Mocs justified their dominance in going after another National Championship. Dr. Bob says: Great playing Mocs!
Dr. Bob Honorary Chairperson for Special Olympics Fundraiser!
12-8-2010:
Dr. Bob will be the Honorary Chairperson for the Special Olympics of Florida charity fundraiser to be held at The Omni Resort at Champions Gate on December 9th. The event is a Par 3 Marathon to raise money for Special Olympics of Florida. Dr. Bob is grateful to be a small part of this wonderful organization!
Hally Leadbetter records first win at Naples!
12-8-2010:
Hally Leadbetter played some great golf in south Florida and gained her first victory in the IMG Naples Leadbetter Tour Classic with rounds of 72-76 to win! Hally is one of Dr. Bob's favorite students and she is going to play for the University of Arkansas Lady Razorbacks in 2011! Super job Hally!
Coach Robbie Davis secures 7th consecutive 4-Ball Championship!
12-8-2010:
"Coach Robbie Davis of Florida Southern teamed with his partner to win their 7th consecutive championship at the Grasslands Golf Club in Lakeland, Florida. Coach Davis got a timely tip at the last minute from Dr. Bob to secure the win! Super job Robbie!
Quinn Griffing wins Champions Tour Qualifier!
12-1-2010:
Quinn Griffing of Fort Wayne, Indiana had a great tour school experience as he won the Regional Qualifier at Metro West Golf Club in Orlando, Florida. Quinn fired rounds of 70-68-70-70 to win by three shots. Awesome job Quinn!
Matthew Mabrey signs with University of Tulsa!
11-16-2010:
Matthew Mabrey of Little Rock, Arkansas recently signed his National Letter of Intent to play golf for the University of Tulsa. Matthew was highly recruited and he will now play with the Golden Hurricanes in 2011. Pictured with him is his golf coach and his proud parents, Dr. Bill and Christy Mabrey. Awesome Matthew!
13 Dr. Bob Students pass 1st Stage testing in PGA Q School!
11-16-2010:
Dr. Bob had a number of students that he has worked with pass the first stage of qualifying success in the PGA Tour Qualifying Schools around the nation. This is a grueling multiple stage process and Dr. Bob is rooting for all of you! Continue the good play!
Dr. Bob working with Quinn Griffing.
11-10-2010:
Dr. Bob spent a day working and playing with Quinn Griffing getting him ready for finals of Champions Tour School. According to Dr. Bob: Quinn is ready to go!
Melanie Audette wins 3rd Collegiate Victory!
11-9-2010:
After having a last minute pep talk with Dr. Bob, Melanie (M.J.) Audette won her third collegiate victory at the Grand Valley Championship with gritty play and a determined attitude with rounds of 72 and 73. Super job M.J.! Dr. Bob is proud of your accomplishment!
Austin Powell provides key role for championship win!
11-9-2010:
Using steady play and a determined mental attitude, Austin Powell helped propel Cardnial Newman to the Florida State High School 1A Championship. Austin is consistently getting better with every tournament. Super job Austin!
Weaver, Posey, Leon and Gold move to 2nd stage!
11-5-2010:
Dr. Bob had a number of students qualify for the 2nd stage of PGA Q School. Along with Drew Weaver, Ryan Posey, Tyler Leon and Chris Gold, golfers Chris Baker, Travis Perkins, Christo Greyling, Mark Murphy, Tony Finau, Brian Unk, Bobby MacWhinnie, Jason Cook, and Jason Buha all made it to 2nd stage. Congratulations to all golfers. Keep up the great work!
Australian Am Winner Sunny Park joins with Dr. Bob!
11-5-2010:
Former Australian Amateur winner and international tour player, Sunny Park of Sydney, Australia has been working with Dr. Bob to help her get ready for European and International events. Dr. Bob sees great things for Sunny and knows that good things will happen because of her great work ethic. Dr. Bob is glad to be a part of your team!
Lizi Brooks shoots course record 67!
11-5-2010:
Lizi Brooks scored a personal best shooting a 5 under 67 to lead her team to the conference title and also winning the individual title! Lizi has been putting her Dr. Bob strategies to the test and it is paying off big time! Great job Lizi! Play great in the state tournament!
Immu Korvenmaa of Finland and Yayoi Garcia of Mexico
11-5-2010:
Immu Korvenmaa of Finland and Yayoi Garcia of Mexico are two of Dr. Bob's international tour players
getting ready for tour schools here in the USA. Dr. Bob is glad that you have joined our winning team!
Weaver Wins Tour's Inaugural "Race to Morocco" and Exemption into European Tour's 2011 King Hassan II Trophy
10-26-2010:
Drew Weaver of High Point, NC utilized his first professional win and two additional top-10 finishes this fall en route to securing an exemption into the European Tour's 2011 King Hassan II Trophy in Agadir, Morocco via the eGolf Tour's inaugural "Race to Morocco."
The Race to Morocco was announced on August 30th of this year as a format through which the tour would determine the winner of the exemption, provided courtesy of the The Association du Trophee Hassan II de Golf (ATH) in Morocco. Tour members accrued points for top-20 finishes in each of the four fall events, and the leading point earner at the conclusion of the four events would be awarded the spot.
10-26-2010:
Shortly after visiting with Dr. Bob, Steven Fowler scored his first big victory of the season by breaking through and winning the Florida Osceola County Conference championship! He later went on to qualify for the state regionals by finishing second in the District tournament! Super job Steven!
Austin Powell wins First FCWT event of the season!
10-22-2010:
Austin Powell of Jupiter, Florida won the initial event of the FCWT Tour season at the TPC Tampa Bay tournament with a final round 71 for a 144 total. Austin has been working hard with Dr. Bob on staying in the moment and it has paid off with a solid victory!
Young Terrence Zhang wins wire to wire!
10-22-2010:
Dr. Bob student, Terrence Zhang of Orlando, Florida, won the season opener TPC Tampa Bay Tournament with rounds of 71-71 to win the 13 - 15 year old division championship. Dr. Bob is very proud of you and knows that there are more wins to follow!
Mocs Pull Away In Round Two, Win Grand Valley State Invitational
10-7-2010:
Coach Robbie Davis hopes his team's performance Sunday and Monday at Grand Valley State in Allendale, Mich., was a dress rehearsal for what could come next May.
Tied for the lead after Sunday's first round, the Moccasins pulled away from the field Monday, shooting a 295 in the final round to win the Grand Valley State Laker Fall Classic by 13 strokes.
Dr. Bob is kickoff speaker for IMG Leadbetter Tour!
10-7-2010:
Dr. Bob was the featured keynote speaker on the opening day of the IMG Leadbetter Junior Golf tour held at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel and Golf Complex in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Bob addressed golfers and their parents on having a strong mental game. Dr. Bob is proud to be a supporting member of your tour!
Brandon wins LCJGT Crown playing in the present moment!
9-29-2010:
Brandon Hartranft recently visited with Dr. Bob and discussed the virtues of staying in the moment. This meeting paid off when Brandon won the LCJGT crown by firing a one under 70 in the final round. This was a big win for Brandon heading into the fall varsity golf season. Super job Brandon!
Jack Belote Named C-USA Golfer of the Week
9-9-2010:
Jack Belote has been named the Conference USA Male Golfer of the Week for the second time in his career and first time this season, as announced by the league office Wednesday.
The Memphis-native posted scores of 66-69-70-205 at the Mason Rudolph Championship en route to earning medalist honors and leading the Tigers to their first team championship since 2008. Belote is currently ranked as the 49th best collegiate golfer in country by Golfweek Magazine and was named Golf Digest's Collegiate Player of the Week for the performance.
9-29-2010:
Just 11 months ago, Bob Lerner underwent a rigorous six hour surgery to repair his spine and after reviewing his Dr. Bob material, he rebounds to successfully defend his club championship at Greenacres Country Club in Lawrenceville, NJ. Dr. Bob is proud of you Bob! I want you to make it 3 in a row!
Hank Lebioda rolls into fall with multiple summer wins!
9-29-2010:
Awesome junior talent, Hank Lebioda, had a sensational summer playing golf one shot at a time and stringing pearls! Hank won the prestigious Florida Boys Junior Championship by shooting 64 in the final round and also added a runner up finish in the FSGA Jr. Match Play title. Super summer Hank!
Drew Weaver wins 1st Pro Event in Playoff!
9-25-2010:
Drew Weaver of High Point, North Carolina birdied the first playoff hole to win the Sharpie EGolf tour event. Drew has been on a tear this summer and he has been working very hard getting himself ready for PGA tour school this fall. Congratulations Drew! Dr. Bob is so proud of you!
Michelle Wie gains 2nd LPGA Tour Victory!
9-25-2010:
On the momentum created by making her 8th professional hole-in-one, Michelle captured her second LPGA golf tournament victory by winning the CN Canadian Women's Open by shooting a final score of 276, 12 under par. Great job Michelle!
Christopher Gold winning BIG and OFTEN!
9-25-2010:
Christopher Gold, longtime student of Dr. Bob, has been having some great success on the Peach State Golf Tour. After having a solid college career at the University of Maryland, Chris has been making strides to get onto the PGA Tour by learning how to create back to back wins! Awesome job Chris!
Dr. Bob student becomes Duke Coach.
9-9-2010:
Duke University Women's Golf Head Coach Dan Brooks announced the hiring of Jeanne Cho as assistant coach on Tuesday. Cho replaces Emily Bastel, who served one year as an assistant coach with the Blue Devils.
"I can't think of a better place than Duke to start my coaching career," said Cho, "I've always looked at Coach Brooks with the utmost respect. It's a great opportunity to learn from him and be part of such a wonderful program. It's an honor."
9-9-2010:
For those still not convinced that golf is largely a mental game, allow us to introduce Brandon Hartranft.
The Manheim Township senior-to-be rightfully admits he's a pretty good player.
When, of course, he gets out of his own way.
Tuesday happened to be a good day between Hartranft's ears. And when all was said and done, he had a glimmering crystal trophy to prove it.
Jonathan Fly fires an incredible 59 in Monroe Championship!
9-9-2010:
Jonathan Fly was using the principle of one-at-a-time in firing an 11 under 59 in the Monroe Invitational Championship Blitz at Monroe Golf Club in Pittsford, New York. Jonathan fired this great round on the Donald Ross track that measures 6900 yards. Super work Jonathan!
Lizi Brooks qualifies for 3 major events in one week!
9-9-2010:
One of Dr. Bob's young standouts, Lizi Brooks, played her way into 3 major junior championships recently. Lizi qualified for the Callaway World Championship, the USGA Girl's Junior and the PGA Junior Championship......all in one week! What a run! Keep it going Lizi!
Ben Rickett wins BIG with rounds of 65 - 65 in Dalton!
9-9-2010:
Ben Rickett, student of Dr. Bob and assistant golf coach at The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga, won the Northeast Georgia Invitational with rounds of 65-65 to win the championship by six shots. Ben who hails from London, England, will be joining Dr. Bob's staff this summer at his golf schools in Massachusetts. Awesome work Ben!
Nick Austin visits Dr. Bob and wins RGA Qualifier with 67!
7-8-2010:
Nick Austin spent a morning with Dr. Bob and got his mind and attitude in the right place. Nick went out the next day and scored a seven under par 67 at the Hermitage Country Club Sabot Course to win medalist honors in the Richmond City Amateur. Great job Nick!
Adam Ball Earns Medalist Honors at the 20th VSGA Junior Match Play Championship at Nansemond River Golf Club
6-28-2010:
SUFFOLK - Adam Ball, 16, of Richmond shot 6-under-par 66 in the second round of stroke play qualifying to earn the top seed for match play which begins on Thursday at the 20th Virginia State Golf Association Junior Match Play Championship at Nansemond River Golf Club (6,679 yards, par 36-36-72).
American Chris Baker Eyes 2011 European Tour Card with Moroccan Golf Classic Win
6-23-2010:
Charlotte, N.C. - June 23, 2010 - American golfer Chris Baker of Brownstown, IN, with rounds of 69-66-72-68-275, became just the 10th player in European Challenge Tour history to win an event in his maiden tour start when he claimed the Moroccan Golf Classic title last weekend in El Jadida, Morocco.
Baker, a member of the eGolf Professional Tour, earned a spot in the event when the Charlotte-based tour was granted 10 exemptions by the Association du Trophe Hassan II de Golf (ATH) on March 12th of this year.
Drawing Inspiration from Mom, Weaver Shoots 63 to Seize 54-Hole Lead
6-23-2010:
Salisbury, NC - For Drew Weaver, the vast majority of days were spent grinding on the golf course or the driving range, worrying about swing plane and perfecting a sport that has never been perfected. When Cathy Weaver was diagnosed with breast cancer last December, those hours used on pars and birdies were rendered less important. At the eGolf Tour's Bolle Classic, Weaver has utilized a clear head and a stellar long game to put himself atop the leaderboard at 19-under 194, just 18 holes away from his first professional title.
Sharmila Nicollet, India's #1 Player, focuses on Olympics!
6-23-2010:
Shamila Nicollet of India is working dilligently with Dr. Bob on her mental game in order to compete and win on the Ladies' European and Asian Golf Tours. Sharmila is hoping to represent India in the upcoming Olympics. Dr. Bob is proud to be on your team.
Course Work Complete: Mocs Finish Third at NCAA Division II National Finals
5-17-2010:
Florida Southern finished third at the 2010 NCAA Division II National Finals with the best round of the day. Audette had the Mocs' best round of the tournament with an even par 71. If she wasn't already, the sophomore from Lakeland is officially on the map with a fourth-place individual finish at the National Tournament. After starting the week with an 82, Audette roared back with scores of 72, 74 and 71, and gave Florida Southern a top-10 finisher for the 15th year in a row.
5-11-2010:
Florida State University sophomore Brooks Koepka has been named the Atlantic Coast Conference Player of the Year - an award which he shares with Virginia's Ben Kohles. Koepka and senior Seath Lauer have also been named to the All-ACC Men's Golf Team in a vote by the leagues 11 head coaches. Koepka is only the second Seminole to earn ACC Player of the Year honors and this year marks the fourth consecutive season that two Florida State players have been named to the All-ACC Team. It marks the first time Koepka and Lauer have earned All-ACC honors during their careers.
Florida Southern Mocs advance to National Championship
Finals!
5-11-2010:
The Florida Southern Lady Mocs played solid golf in the NCAA
Super Regionals last week and earned the right to compete for the
national championship. Dr. Bob is proud of your accomplishments and
wishes you the best of luck as you go after another national
championship!
Stephen Jaeger named Southern Conference Player of the Year!
5-10-2010:
Stephen Jaeger was recently named the SoCon Player of the Year for 2010. This makes the second player for Chattanooga to be named POTY and also who have worked with Dr. Bob. Great job Stephen!
Jonathan Fly earns Conference Player of the Month Award!
5-10-2010:
Jonathan Fly, a member of the University of Memphis golf team, has recently been named the top golfer in Conference USA for the month of April. Jonathan has had some great finishes lately and Dr. Bob is proud to be helping him with his mental game. Keep it going Jonathan!
Baker Overcomes Nervous Start to Claim First eGolf Tour Title
5-3-2010:
Through five holes of the final round of the eGolf Tour's River Hills Classic, Chris Baker of Brownstown, IN had done little to make anyone think he would contend for the title in the $235,000 event. Then something rather peculiar happened.
5-3-2010:
Lizbeth Brooks of Waunakee, Wisconsin earned her first FCWT Golf tour championship by winning the Ace Club Open held at Lafayette Hills, PA. Lizbeth won the tournament by four shots over her nearest competitors. Dr. Bob says: Way to go Lizbeth! Big time win!
Steven Fox plays his way into the winner's circle!
4-22-2010:
University of Chattanooga freshman, Steven Fox, captured his first collegiate tournament victory by shooting rounds of 70-68-72 to shoot a score of 6 under par to be medalist at the Furman Intercollegiate this past weekend! Steven has been working hard this spring on his mental game and it is really paying off! Awesome job Steven! Dr. Bob is proud of you!
Marino makes first Masters a memorable one!
4-11-2010:
Steve Marino played in his first Masters tournament at Augusta National. Having had the lead early in the tournament, he finished with an admirable score of minus 2 for the 72 hole tournament. With his tie for 14th, he earned an automatic invite back for the Masters 2011 tournament. Way to go Steve!
Hank Lebioda wins FJT Southwood Classic in playoff!
4-11-2010:
Hank Lebioda won the Florida Junior Golf Tour's Southwood Classic with a two day total of 142 (2 under par). Hank won the Boy's Division championship via a playoff. Hank fired rounds of 70-72 to add another win to his victory list. Dr. Bob is proud of you!
Mens Golf Finishes Second at Furman Intercollegiate
3-23-2010:
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga men's golf team entered today's final round of the Furman Intercollegiate in first place, but it could not hold off a hard charge by No. 18 Clemson finishing second to the Tigers. Freshman Steven Fox shared medalist honors with Clemson's Ben Martin with duo finishing at 210 (-6).
Emily Flanigan fires career best final round at Kiawah!
3-23-2010:
Florida Southern Golfer, Emily Flanigan, fired her all-time best final round of 2 under par 70 to lead the Mocs to a third place finish in the Tusculum Intercollegiate and a spot on the All-Tournament Team! Way to go Em!
3-11-2010:
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga men's golf team scored its first title of the 2009-10 season with a seven-shot win at the Cleveland Golf Palmetto Intercollegiate. Chattanooga shot 293 for its final round to finish at 855 (+15).
3-11-2010:
Brooks Koepka fired a final round 7 under 65 to finish runner-up in the 20th Annual Mauni Lani Invitational in Hawaii. Dr. Bob congratulates you on starting the 2010 spring season with another great tournament!
Dr. Bob to speak at Golfweek Golfest's The Villages in March!
3-7-2010:
Dr. Bob had a wonderful time presenting the mental game to participants at the Orlando Golfest and he is looking forward to his Raving Fans at The Villages in the first week of March! Get ready...it is going to be a blast!
Danny Krazit leads Embry Riddle to Conference Title!
3-2-2010:
Danny Krazit played a key role in helping the Eagles win their first Sun Conference Championship in ten years! Great job Danny...keep it going in the NAIA championships!
Dr. Bob visits the Memphis Tiger Golf Team!
3-2-2010:
Dr. Bob Winters visited the University of Memphis and spent time with the Tigers to help them get off to a great golfing 2010! Dr. Bob says: What a great facility and a great group of golfers! Go Tigers!
Game Changer
2-28-2010:
Tiger Woods may not be the same when-or if-he returns to competition. He may be even better, says a local sports psychologist. But it wouldn't be out of character for a defiant Woods to play on his own terms.
2-14-2010:
WAIKOLOA, Hawaii - Florida State University sophomore Brooks Koepka shot an even par 72 and moved into a tie for eighth place individual standings and the No. 4 ranked Seminole men's golf team is in 13th place in the 20th Annual Mauna Lani Invitational at the Mauna Lani North Course. Koepka shot his second consecutive strong round (73-72) and has a 36-hole total of 145 - he enters the final round of the event only five strokes out of the individual lead.
Quinn Griffing captures National Senior Stroke Play Title!
2-14-2010:
Quinn Griffing of Fort Wayne, Ind., and Roy Vucinich of Moon Township, Pa., were the big winners Jan. 14, in the 26th annual PGA Senior Stroke Play Championship at PGA Golf Club in Port St. Lucie, Fla. Griffing, 51, co-owner and PGA head professional of the Donald Ross Golf Club, was the overall low scorer for age groups 50-54 and 55-59, finishing with a five under par 67 on the Ryder Course for a 54-hole total of 205. Vucinich, 62, a PGA Life Member and professional emeritus at Allegheny Country Club in Sewickley, Pa., birdied the first four holes on the back nine of the Wanamaker Course enroute to a 9-under-par 63. At 200, he was the top finisher by seven strokes for players 60 years and older.
James and Hally Leadbetter have BIG week at Black Diamond!
2-14-2010:
James and Hally Leadbetter, son and daughter of David Leadbetter and both Dr. Bob students, had great performances at the FCWT Black Challenge. James had a 2nd place finish firing 75-74 while Hally finished 3rd shooting 77-77. Great job guys!
Florida Southern Lady Mocs going to Kiawah Island in 2010 opener!
2-14-2010:
Dr. Bob recently met the Lady Mocs to help them prepare for their 2010 Spring opener at The Tusculum Intercollegiate tournament at Kiawah Island, South Carolina. The Lady Mocs are looking forward to marching their way to the NCAA Div. II National Championship. Go Mocs!
Rocky Khara signs with VCU Rams!
2-4-2010:
Dr. Bob student, Rocky Khara, recently signed a national letter
of intent to attend Virgina Commonwealth University and play golf for
the Rams. Rocky has compiled a fine junior career of solid finishes
and wins and he is going to be an exciting Division I golfer.
Congratulations Rocky...you have earned it!
Justin Kim earns 2010 Korean PGA Tour Card!
2-4-2010:
Justin Kim, a devoted student of Dr. Bob, earned his Korean PGA
tour card recently. Justin fired rounds of 74-75-71-70 in the final round of a grueling four stage process to earn his KPGA Tour card for 2010! Awesome job Justin!
Julieta Granada shoots final round 67 to obtain LPGA Card!
2-4-2010:
Dr. Bob student, Julieta Granada from Paraguay, fired a five under par 67 on the LPGA Legends course to secure her playing privileges for the upcoming season. Julieta scored -6 under for 90 holes to finish in fourth place and earn full playing privileges. Great work Julieta!
Lisa Meldrum of Montreal, Canada earns her LPGA Tour Card!
12-28-2009:
Lisa Meldrum fired rounds of 71-70-75-68-71 to tally a five round total of 355 to earn her 2010 LPGA Tour card. Lisa has been steadily improving every month for the past two years. Dr. Bob says congratulations Lisa on a job well-done!
Quinn Griffing fires 63 to put himself on Champions Tour!
12-16-2009:
Quinn Griffing of Fort Wayne, Indiana shot the low round of the Champions Tour Qualifying School with an eight under par 63 to set himself up to play on the Champions Tour for 2010. Quinn has worked with Dr. Bob for the past two years and he is living his dream! Super performance Quinn!
Ryan Blaum Wins 2nd Stage with 20 under par!
12-12-2009:
Long time student of Dr. Bob, Ryan Blaum won the 2nd stage of European PGA School with rounds of 68-65-67-68 for a final tally of 20 under. Ryan is currently in the Final Stage playing to earn his tour card. Great job Ryan!
Melissa Edmonson wins her first FCWT Golf Tournament!
12-12-2009:
Melissa earned her first win on the FCWT Golf Circuit at Grand Cypress Golf Club with rounds of 72-76 to hang on and win! Dr. Bob is very proud of you!
Dean Gultula wins after just one visit with Dr. Bob!
12-12-2009:
Dean Gultula recently visited Dr. Bob and two days after his initial visit, Dean went out and won his first OGA golf tournament with a two under score of 70 to earn his first victory of the early winter season! Great work Dean!
Quinn Griffing headed to Champions Tour School Final!
12-2-2009:
Quinn Griffing of Fort Wayne, Indiana birdied his third extra hole in a playoff and is headed to Scottsdale, Arizona to obtain his 2010 Champions Tour Card. Quinn had a last minute briefing with Dr. Bob on staying focused and the work paid off! Good luck Quinn!
Tyler Leon and Drew Weaver headed to 2nd stage of PGA Tour School!
12-2-2009:
Longtime Dr. Bob students, Tyler Leon and Drew Weaver, are headed to the tough 2nd stage of PGA Tour Qualifying school. Drew, by virtue of his US Open finish, is already exempt through 2nd stage, while Tyler earned his way firing great first stage qualifying round scores. Good luck to the both of you!
Chris Shaffer reunites with Dr. Bob to create great music!
12-2-2009:
Athlete and musician, Chris Shaffer, recently reunited with Dr. Bob and is off and running in creating new music and stepping to the top of the entertainment industry. Extraordinarily gifted with a talent for great melodies with a message, Dr. Bob says: Chris, keep on rockin' in 2010!
Olympia High School heading to Florida State Championship
11-12-2009:
The Olympia High School Titan Golf Team has been visiting with Dr. Bob the past two weeks and it has paid off in victories in the Class AA District and Regional Championships! The Titans are now off to accomplish a Florida State Golf Title! Go Titans and play like the champions you are!
Ashley Armstrong leads team to Illinois HS State Golf Championship Title!
11-12-2009:
Ashley Armstrong's work with Dr. Bob has led her to play some smart and gutty golf to lead Homewood - Flossmoor High School to the Illinois State High School AA Women's Golf Championships. Ashley shot rounds of 74-75 in tough conditions and set the pace for her team that won by a whopping 41 shots! Awesome job Ashley!
Steve Marino qualifies to play in HSBC World Golf Championship!
11-12-2009:
Via his great play this season, Steve Marino has qualified to participate in the HSBC World Championship to be held Nov. 5 - 8 at Sheshan, Shanghai. This is the final World Golf Championship event for the 2009 season and Steve and Dr. Bob have been working together to make this a great trip to China. Go get em' Steve!
Ryan Garrity named 2009 Southern FLorida Section PGA Player of the Year!
11-2-2009:
Ryan Garrity was recently named as the 2009 SFPGA Player of the Year due to his consistent play and numerous wins With this award, Ryan will play in two PGA tour events next year, The Honda Classic and the Puerto Rico Classic. Also, Ryan will play in the National Club Professional Championship. Way to go Ryan!
Bob Lerner wins Men's Club Championship at Greenacres Country Club in New Jersey!
11-2-2009:
Bob Lerner played some excellent golf this summer and won the Men's Division of the annual club championship at Greenacres Country Club in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Dr. Bob worked with Bob during the winter season and Bob has gone on to play some of the best golf of his life this year. Awesome work Bob!
Ashley Armstrong has a Super Fall leading her to multiple victories!
11-2-2009:
Ashley Armstrong of Flossmoor, Illinois has been diligently working with Dr. Bob on her mental game and it is really paying off! Her last three rounds have been 67-68-69 and she is now heading into the Illinois State High School Girl's Championship as a major contender. Keep up the great work Ashley! You are the real deal!
Florida Southern Mocs behind M.J. Audette win season opener by 24 shots!
10-15-2009:
The Florida Southern Women's Golf Team won their first event of the season by a whopping 24 shots over their closest competitor! M. J. Audette, a longtime student of Dr. Bob, captured her first collegiate victory by shooting a wonderful final round of 2 under 70 to lead all competitors. Way to go Mocs and M.J.!
Ryan Blaum wins 1st Stage of European Tour Qualifying with 17 under score!
10-15-2009:
Longtime student of Dr. Bob, Ryan Blaum went to England and won the first stage of European Tour School with an impressive score of 17 under par for four rounds. Ryan capped off his success with a sparkling 2nd round shooting 63! Awesome work Ryan! Keep the great play going!
Steve Marino goes over $ 2 Million Dollar Mark!
8-29-2009:
Steve started working with Dr. Bob in early January and he has created a big time year earning over $ 2 Million Dollars in prize money on the PGA Tour prior to the start of the PGA Tour Fall Season! Along the way, he has become one of the tours' most consistent money winners and has earned a spot in the 2010 Masters tournament at Augusta. Great job Steve!
Four of Dr. Bob's students pass through 1st stage of Euro Tour School!
8-29-2009:
Trent Leon, Ryan Blaum, Tim Stewart and Jonathan Moore have all
advanced through the first stage of European Tour School and are
looking forward to securing their European Tour Cards for 2010. Ryan
shot a wonderful 17 under to lead all competitors while Trent fired a
great 65 in the final round to advance. Way to go fellas!
Rafael Claux wins big this summer in South America!
8-28-2009:
Rafael Claux has taken the Dr. Bob philosophy of taking his game to new levels in South America this summer. In addition to being the Number One ranked player in the Federation of Peru and South America, Rafael wins the Scotiabank Open Golf II 2009 tournament by a whopping nine shots! Way to go Rafael!
Drew Weaver helps US Team to retain 2009 Walker Cup!
8-28-2009:
Drew achieved his last amateur goal and that was to help the United States win a Walker Cup victory over Great Britain and Ireland. Dr. Bob is very proud that you played a winning part to represent your country and to retain the cup for the United States!
Ryan Garrity Claims the Victory at the South Florida PGA Section Championship Presented by TaylorMade-adidas Golf
8-28-2009:
PGA Director of Golf Ryan Garrity from The Dye Preserve earned the title at the 2009 South Florida PGA Section Championship on Thursday, August 27th on the Lakes Course at Bear Lakes Country Club. Garrity won by three strokes, marking his second Section Championship win in the past three years, also victorious in 2007.
Garrity secured the win with five birdies and a final round score of 68, totaling 206 for the Championship. He took home the trophy in addition to $4,034 from the tournament purse and bonus pool.
8-28-2009:
Gavin Noble wins the San Diego Junior Masters this past month with great scores and an incredible mindset! Gavin has been on a roll ever since he visited with Dr. Bob and he is racking up the wins and hoisting the hardware! Gavin, Y.E. Yang must have learned how to powerlift from you! Great job!
Rocky scores first AJGA victory in Mexico!
8-28-2009:
In the Boys Division, Khara's got to hoist the champion's trophy, a replica of the Mayakoba Golf Classic's trophy, after finishing in the top-15 five times previously in his AJGA career. Playing with a one-shot lead Thursday, he said he wasn't feeling the pressure until the last few holes.
"I just tried to not focus on the lead being so close," Khara said. "The wind was my real struggle today, I'm not a great wind player, but I was able to hold on and get it done."
8-20-2009:
LISA MELDRUM of Montreal, Quebec, became the third Canadian to win on the 2009 Duramed FUTURES Tour last week when she captured her first Tour title at the $100,000 iMPACT Classic in Richmond, Va.
She not only grabbed her first professional title Stateside, but she broke free from a crowded leaderboard and posted a final-round score of 5-under 67 to finish at 208 (-8) at Richmond Country Club.
Congratulations to Drew Weaver on being named one of the eight players to the US Team for 2009 Walker Cup Match.
8-18-2009:
Dr. Bob is proud of Drew's accomplishments this year and feels that he's a great complement to the Walker Cup team. Congratulations!
Ryan Garrity Wins Back To Back MLGT Events
8-13-2009:
Ryan Garrity of Jupiter made it two wins in as many days on the Minor League Golf Tour with a six under par 66 Thursday on the East course at Indian Spring Country Club. The head professional at The Dye Preserve near Jupiter and winner of the South Florida PGA Section Championship in 2007, Garrity bogeyed the second hole, then birdied Nos. 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15 and 16. He earned his first MLGT victory Wednesday with a 65 on the Estate course at PGA National.
Mabrey Rebounds on Final Day to Claim AJGA Arkansas Junior at Blessings
8-13-2009:
Matthew Mabrey of Little Rock, Ark., overcame a less-than-stellar second round to fire a final-round 71 and win the AJGA Arkansas Junior at Blessings by one stroke. Emma Talley of Princeton, Ky., claimed her third AJGA Open victory of a strong summer season with a tournament total of 8-over-par 224.
Congratulations Michelle on being named to the 2009 Solheim Cup team!
8-11-2009:
Michelle was named by Solheim Cup Team Captain, Beth Daniel, to add some power and punch to this year's Solheim Cup team as a Captain's Pick. Dr. Bob just wants to say Congratulations Michelle! I know that you will be an outstanding representative for the USA team!
8-8-2009:
The SunCoast Ladies Series wrapped up the final round of competition today at Stoneybrook Golf Club in Orlando with LPGA Tour veteran Jeanne Cho-Hunicke (Longwood, FL) earning her fourth SunCoast Ladies Series title.
7-30-2009:
Richmond's Adam Ball shot a final round 4-under-par 68 to post a three-stroke victory as the 57th Virginia State Golf Association Junior Amateur Championship concluded today at the Country Club of Petersburg (6,854 yards, par 36-36-72).
Steve Marino has worked his way to the top of the leaderboard at the halfway mark at the 2009 British Open!
7-28-2009:
Steve played some tough-minded golf as he battled the Turnberry Golf Course in Scotland with scores of 67-68 in the first two rounds of the world's oldest major championship. Dr. Bob says: Maintain the process Steve, you are playing your game and the process is working!
Koepka takes 2-shot victory
7-17-2009:
If you beat Austin Cody in a golf tournament this summer, chances are you're going home with the trophy. Brooks Koepka raced ahead of Cody on Saturday with a sizzling four-hole stretch on Snee Farm Country Club's back nine and set a scoring record to win the 37th annual Rice Planters Amateur golf tournament.
Koepka, who was the Atlantic Coast Conference rookie of the year last season at Florida State, posted a final-round 67 and broke the tournament record by a stroke with his 72-hole total of 270, 18 under par. He also tied the tournament's 18-hole record Thursday with a 9-under 63.
7-2-2009:
Richard Fosler of Marble Head Massachusetts, scores another victory in the prestigious 3-Day Member Guest at Brooklawn CC in Fairfield Connecticut. The Foz is one of Dr. Bob's most valued amateur golfers and Dr. Bob just wants to say: Great going Foz! You are the man and wow!!!!!...look at those pants!
Varnas Captures Women's Event
6-29-2009:
On a day that finally felt like summer, 53 women golfers gathered at Colts Neck Golf Club for the 6th Women's Public Links Championship. In the single round stroke play event, Lauren Varnas of Pinch Brook G.C. bested the field by three strokes to win her first major State title. With a one-under par round of 70 on the 4,950 yard Colts Neck course, Varnas won over Karen Bouloucon of Crystal Springs and Hanna Ku of Neshanic Valley, who each shot two-over par 73.
In the net division, Cheryl Williams from the Women's Golf Association of NJ shot four-under par 67 to win over Margaret Shung of Hominy Hill and Anna Turner of the WGA.
6-29-2009:
Congratulations to Drew Weaver who qualified for the 109th US Open and was the early first round leader with a 69. Drew went on to have several huge moments that excited the crowds at Bethpage Black. Dr. Bob says: Drew, I am proud of your success... keep it going!
Young Gavin Noble of Cartersville, Georgia captures the Texas Starburst Jr. Golf Classic at Waco, Texas!
6-27-2009:
Eight year old Gavin shot rounds of 36-35-38 during the three day tournament to capture the title by three shots. This is one of the biggest junior golf tournaments in the states and Gavin continues his winning ways! Dr. Bob says: Keep going Gavin, summer is just getting started!
PGA Tour Winner, Marc Turnesa joins Dr. Bob and his Winning Team!
6-23-2009:
PGA Tour Winner, Marc Turnesa, has joined forces with Dr. Bob to help him continue his winning ways on the PGA Tour. Marc was a winner of the Justin Timberlake Shriner's Hospitals for Children Open in Las Vegas last fall and he wants to get back into the winner's circle with the assistance of Dr. Bob's mental strategies. Welcome aboard Marc! It's going to be a great summer and fall!
Aaron Eckstein of Virginia Tech qualifies as low scorer for both the Virginia Amateur and the Virginia State Open!
6-23-2009:
Aaron shot rounds of 67-70 and led all qualifiers and will now be eligible for both competitions during the summer. A recent visit to Dr. Bob got Aaron squared away and he went out and passed with flying colors! Way to go Aaron!
Two of Dr. Bob's young athletes qualified at different venues for the USGA Junior National Amateur!
6-23-2009:
Hank Lebioda and Adam Ball both played great golf to qualify for this years' national junior championship. Hank shot rounds of 70-74 and Adam shot scores of 69-71 to qualify for the USGA Jr. National Championship! Dr. Bob is proud of each of you! Great thoughts be with you at the USGA Junior!
Adam Ball Tops Qualifiers for the U.S. Junior Amateur Championship in Sectional Qualifying at The Federal Club
Adam Ball, 15, of Richmond, Va., shot a 4-under-par 140 at The Federal Club (6,792 yards, par 36-36-72) to pace two golfers who qualified for the 2009 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship in 36-hole sectional qualifying. The championship will be played from July 20-25 at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, N.J.
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PGA Tour star Steve Marino shot awesome rounds of 66, 67, 62 and 68 to get into a playoff for the Crowne Plaza Invitational title at Colonial Country Club.
6-8-2009:
In his first tournament as a card-carrying PGA TOUR member in 2007, Marino found himself paired with media sensation Michelle Wie at the Sony Open in Hawaii. Unlike many players, Marino couldn't have been happier.
"There were a lot of rookies I know who were praying they wouldn't get paired with her, because they dreaded it," Marino said after he made the cut and finished 34th. "I welcomed it, because I knew playing well with that kind of attention was only going to help my game."
Dr. Bob has multiple students in US Open Sectional Qualifying
6-8-2009:
Dr. Bob is very proud of several of his students who made it through local qualifying and are now getting ready for the final step to Bethpage Black and the 2009 US Open. Luke Vargo, Carlos Fabregas, Arie Fauzi, Mark Turnesa, Robert Gamez and Steve Marino are all focused on getting to New York. Dr. Bob says "I hope to see all of you in New York!"
David Leadbetter Golf Academy/IMG Academies students spent Thursday morning in good company.
5-28-2009:
After Leadbetter worked with multiple students on the driving range, Dr. Bob Winters - one of the world's top golf psychologists and consultants - took some time to speak with students.
5-16-2009:
The Gustavus women's golf team posted a final round score of 325 to hang on for third place at the NCAA Championships out of 21 teams. The 72-hole tournament, was played at the PGA Golf Club in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Junior Kali Griggs (Burnsville, Minn.) wrapped up a strong tournament with a final round score of 79 (+7). Griggs finished tied for sixth overall (out of 111) with a 72-hole total of 77-80-78-79--314 to improve on her 84th place finish last year.
5-27-2009:
Rookie professional, Tim Stewart, and veteran Asian Tour player, Terry Pilkadaris, earned two of the four places available, Stewart having to survive a nine way playoff for the fourth and final berth.
Virginia Commonwealth University junior Lanto Griffin (Blacksburg, Va.) was named the Colonial Athletic Association's Men's Golfer of the Year.
5-11-2009:
Griffin led the Rams to their first CAA Men's Golf Championship title since 2002 and their eighth overall. The junior tied for third place in the conference championship, shooting 69-73-76=218 (+2) in the 54-hole event. Griffin placed among the top five in four events and the top 14 in six tournaments, highlighted by a second-place finish at the Rutherford Intercollegiate (76-70-70=216) in his first outing of the 2008-09 season.
Gavin Noble, an Eight Year Old World Golf Champion
5-12-2009:
Gavin Noble, an eight year old World Golf Champion and junior golf student of Dr. Bob exemplifies the lessons capable of being learned by young golfers with a commitment to the game. Dr. Bob works with Gavin to develop practice habits, physical skills, mental foundation, and emotional stability.
Koepka Named ACC Freshman Of The Year
5-4-2009:
Florida State senior Matt Savage and sophomore Drew Kittleson were named to the All-ACC men's golf team and Brooks Koepka was named the ACC Freshman of the Year in a vote by the leagues 11 head coaches. Savage becomes the first Seminole player to earn All-ACC honors three times and Koepka is the first Seminole to be named as the ACC men's golf freshman of the year. It's the first time on the All-ACC team for Kittleson who played the Master's Championship in April and who will play in the US Open in June.
Mocs & Burgner Second, Both Headed To D-II Championship
5-5-2009:
Heather Burgner is headed back to the NCAA Division II Women's Golf Championship and this time her teammates will be with her.
The Moccasins made a run at first-place Nova Southeastern and held off Rollins to finish in second place at the super regional at Howey-in-the-Hills Tuesday, earning a spot in the Division II Championship May 13-16 at Findlay, Ohio.
Hack, 19, Follows The Road Less Traveled To Snap Fitness Open Title
5-5-2009:
Jhared Hack took the road often cautioned against in professional sports and made the decision that is easily scrutinized - he left school early and turned professional. After a stellar junior and amateur career including wins at the 2006 Western Junior and the 2007 Western Amateur, Hack enrolled at the University of Central Florida.
Stauffacher Takes The Medal at Lewis Aviator Classic
4-20-2009:
Alicia Stauffacher took a three-stroke victory individually and led the Northern Kentucky University women's golf team to a third place finish at the Lewis Aviator Classic, played at Prairie Bluff Golf Course.
4-21-2009:
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga men's golf team captured its third straight Southern Conference Championship in dramatic fashion at the Country Club of South Carolina Tuesday afternoon. A final round 286 provided a two-stroke cushion over Georgia Southern.
VCU Rallies to Shock Georgia State for CAA Golf Title
4-19-2009:
Virginia Commonwealth University rallied from 12 strokes down in the final round and defeated Georgia State on the first hole of a sudden-death playoff to win the 2009 Colonial Athletic Association Men's Golf Championship Sunday at Callaway Gardens.
4-14-2009:
Junior Vincent Nadeau (Penhook, Va.) fired a 2-under 70 in Tuesday final round to place second overall as Virginia Commonwealth University held on for the team championship at the Palisades Collegiate Classic at the Palisades Country Club.
3-31-2009:
In their final competition before the Sunshine State Conference Tournament, the Lady Mocs and All-American Heather Burgner brought home the team and individual titles from the inaugural Barry Invitational at Don Shula's Golf Club in Miami Tuesday.
Journeyman Gillis Tames Mid Pines and Wins Four-Man Playoff
3-31-2009:
Southern Pines, NC - Tom Gillis of Oxford, MI survived a four-man playoff in the Pine Needles Classic on Friday with a tournament-clinching birdie on the third extra hole to claim his first eGolf Tarheel Tour title and the $30,000 winner's check.
3-31-2009:
The Tarheel Tour recently conducted a short interview with tour rookie Jonathan Moore. Moore, a native of Vancouver, Washington, and a former NCAA Individual Champion for Oklahoma State University, is currently 20th on the Tarheel Tour money list in just five events played. He recorded his first professional victory in his third start on the Tarheel Tour in a playoff at the Walnut Creek Classic.
Kris Tamulis is the 2009 Florida Women's Open Champion
3-11-2009:
Just after visiting with Dr. Bob, LPGA touring professional Kris Tamulis goes on to win the championship tournament at Rio Pinar Country Club.
VCU Rams are the Champs at the Palmas Del Mar Intercollegiate.
3-11-2009:
Virginia Commonwealth University golf coach Matt Ball got a positive answer on Wednesday about how well his team would handle being front-runners. The Rams handled things quite well. VCU went into the final day of the 54-hole Palmas Del Mar Intercollegiate tournament with a two-shot lead.
Florida Southern Fourth at Lady Moc Classic; Ulander Third
3-2-2009:
Florida Southern finished round one of the Lady Moc Classic tied for second, but slipped to fourth at the end of day. The top-ranked Lady Moccasins are 10 strokes behind #2 Nova Southeastern, which held on to its first-round lead.
Samantha Head Overcomes Two Shot Deficit to Take Zellwood Title
2-10-2009:
The SunCoast Ladies Series wrapped up the final day of competition at Zellwood Station Country Club today with Ascot, England native Samantha Head taking Champion's honors with rounds of 69-72-70=211 to win the event at five under par.
2-10-2009:
Two members of the Oklahoma State's men's golf team have been named to the watch list for the 2009 Ben Hogan Award it was announced by the Golf Coaches Association. Sophomore Rickie Fowler and senior Trent Leon both appear on this year's list.
2-8-2009:
The Moccasins started the 2009 spring season exactly the way they started the 2008 spring season - by winning the Tusculum Intercollegiate Tournament at Kiawah Island, S.C., Sunday.
1-30-2009:
Tyler Leon (Dallas, TX) carded a remarkable ten-under par 62 Thursday in the final round of The Hooters Tour's Bridgestone Winter Series over the 6,950 yard, par 72 Providence golf club to garner his first win of the season.
Rocky Khara has been playing some impressive golf the past few months and Dr. Bob just wants to say Congratulations Rocky!
1-24-2009:
Since working with Dr. Bob, Rocky has finished his past 7 tournaments with three runner-up finishes and four top five finishes! It is just a matter of time before he gets into the Winner's Circle. Stay patient Rocky...it will happen!
Steve Marino, 2008 PGA tour birdie leader, has joined with Dr. Bob in helping him with his mental game and going after championship titles.
1-24-2009:
After working with Dr. Bob, Steve started his 2009 season with a 7th place finish at the Sony Open in Hawaii with a total score of 9 under par. He shot rounds of 68, 67, 70 and 66. Great to have you on board Steve, It's going to be a great season!
Congratulations to Timothy Stewart and Julieta Granada on their recent success.
1-22-2009:
Timothy Stewart, 2008 Singapore Amateur Champion and 2007 British Amateur Runner up has joined the Dr. Bob team and recently earned his 2009 Asian Tour Players Card. Have a great year Timothy!
Julieta Granada of Paraguay and a long- time Dr. Bob student recently qualified for the 2009 European Ladies Tour in addition to playing a full schedule on the LPGA circuit. Julieta will now be a deadly force on both sides of the pond! Dr. Bob says: "Go get em' Julieta!"
Drew Weaver wins Inaugural 2009 Carolinas Young Amateur Cup with rounds of 65 - 71.
1-16-2009:
Drew has added another championship to his list of many wins since working with Dr. Bob. Drew is finishing his senior year at Virginia Tech and is ready for a successful spring season.
Matthew Vargo of Orlando Florida earned his first FCWT win in the Boys 13-15 Division.
11-23-2008:
Matthew Vargo built himself an 8 stroke lead. Vargo, a second year player playing in his first event, carded an opening round of 73 (+1). On Sunday, he held onto that lead and earned his first FCWT win. Vargo led in pars with 23 and finished 5 strokes ahead second place. Dr. Bob recently started working with Matthew and is starting to see great results.
Hank Lebioda wins the Mystic Dunes Challenge - 13-15 Division by 13 strokes.
12-14-2008:
Hank uses strategies from Dr. Bob that helped in his blowout victory against the field. Hank's achievements are outstanding and Dr. Bob is excited about his progress. Keep up the great work Hank!
Michelle Wie, Jeehae Lee and Jeanne Cho Hunicke secure their 2009 LPGA Playing Card
12-7-2008:
The 2008 LPGA Final Qualifying tournament held recently in Daytona Beach, Florida saw three golfers earn the right to be new members of the LPGA. Dr. Bob says "Congratulations Jeanne, Jeehae, and Michelle!" "I am very proud to have spent time with each of you this past year and I wish you all a very successful 2009 year on the LPGA tour!"
11-27-2008:
(Daytona Beach, FL) Final round action at LPGA International Golf Club in Daytona Beach concluded today with Texan Taylor Leon (Dallas) being crowned Champion.
Congrats to the Boys 13-15 division at Eagle Creek Open where Dr. Bob has 3 of the top 5 finishers as students.
10-26-2008:
Blake Edwards shot an amazing -11 to win the tournament. Hank Lebioda came in second with -5 and James Leadbetter shooting a respectable +3.
10-30-2008:
Lakeland, Florida. The SunCoast Ladies Series wrapped up the final round of action today at Imperial Lakes Country Club in Lakeland, Florida. South African Melissa Eaton (Port Shepstone) earned her first professional victory with rounds of 72-70-75=217 to win the event at one over par.
11-1-2008:
Durham, N.C. - Jonathan Moore, a former standout at Oklahoma State and member of the 2007 Walker Cup where he holed the winning putt for the U.S. squad, tied for medalist honors with Steve Gilley at 8-under 280.
10-26-2008:
WILMINGTON, N.C. - Somewhere in this world there sits a set of golf clubs that belong to Virginia Commonwealth University junior Rafael Campos (right).
The Guaynabo, Puerto Rico native would like them back eventually but he's proven he can play some pretty good golf without them.
Florida Southern College School Record Final Round, as Lady MOCS Cruise to WIN at Saint Leo Invitational
10-21-2008:
Shooting a school record final round score of 286, the Lady Mocs added 21 strokes to their 22-stroke first-round lead to easily win the Saint Leo Invitational Tuesday. The Moccasins finished with a 10-over-par 586 at the Tampa Palms Golf and Country Club, with Lynn second in the 12-team field at 629. The final-round 286 topped by three strokes the Moccasins' previous record for low round, which had come at the Bubba Watson Invitational in September of 2006.
This victory is Quinn's fourth PGA win of the season. Since working with Dr. Bob, Quinn has turned his game around and has become the dominate player in the Indiana section. Griffing has won 5 tournaments and 5 top 2 finishes in 7 starts and is qualifying for the Champions Tour. Quinn Griffing of Donald Ross Golf Club fired a final-round 3-under-par 69 to force a playoff with Cary Hungate of Kokomo Country Club for the Indiana PGA Senior Professional Championship win. Hungate led at Woodland Country Club in Carmel after the first day by four strokes with his season-low 66 but bogeyed the final hole and carded a 73 for a total 139 and the tie. This victory is Griffing's fourth PGA win of the season.
Mocs Earn First No. 1 Ranking in the School's Division I History
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.---The Chattanooga men's golf team is the top ranked team in the country according to the Golfweek/Sagarin Ratings Index. The No. 1 ranking is a first in the Division I era for any Mocs program.
The Golf Ring golf practice aid now endorsed by Dr. Bob Winters
10-7-2008:
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Dr. Bob Winters, a world leader in sports vision and sports psychology endorsed a new practice aid called The Golf Ring, the company that produces the product announced.
Dr. Bob Winters Endorses Revolutionary New Golf Practice Aid
10-6-2008:
(PRNewsChannel) / Orlando, Fla. / Dr. Bob Winters, a world leader in sports vision and sports psychology today endorsed a new practice aid called THE GOLF RING, the company that manufactures the product announced.
Lantos is currently ranked in Top 20 of all NCAA Div. I collegiate golfers. Lantos has been named twice in 2008 as Most Valuable Golfer in CAA conference as a member of VCU golf squad.
10-3-2008:
Virginia Commonwealth University men's golfer Lanto Griffin (Blacksburg, Va.) has been named CAA Men's Golfer of the Week after two strong outings to open the season.
Six months of training with Dr. Bob pays off as 3 victories, 5 Top 2 finishes in 7 starts prepares Quinn Griffing for Champions Tour debut
6-23-2008:
CARMEL, IN--- Currentlty leading in the standings for player of the year honors after a dominant 3 months on the Indiana PGA, Quinn Griffing has tapped into greatness at the perfect time. success
Having recently turned 50, victories in the Indianapolis Open, Pepsi Club Card Series, and Monticello open have Quinn primed for Q-School on the Chapions Tour!
Mental strength conquers grief, the yips, and the field for Ryan Blaum
6-26-2008:
SALISBURY, N.C.--- Ryan Blaum entered the final round of the Tarheel Tour’s second-annual Salisbury Classic trailing overnight leader Matthew Borchert by two shots. By day’s end, Blaum would have a round of 66, a four-shot victory, and a check for $16,000; not a bad day at the office.
“It’s really ironic because the first day I hit 17 greens (in regulation) and had 36 putts to shoot 69. The last two days, the putter woke up and allowed me to get it done when I didn’t hit it as well.”
Blaum began his week with the sad news that his friend, Nationwide Tour player Erik Compton, had suffered a heart attack. Compton received a heart transplant at the age of 12 and took up the game of golf as part of his recovery.
“I want to dedicate this win to Erik, who suffered a heart attack this week. I’d like to wish him a speedy recovery and let him know that I’m thinking of him.”
Dr. Bob's winning strategies guide Campos to second consecutive Puerto Rico Amateur Title
5-27-2008:
RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO--- With his latest triumph, Campos received an exemption to compete in next year’s Puerto Rico Open Presented by Banco Popular on the PGA Tour.
"Mentally I was battling with myself to remain calm and focused, and I can see that great results can be accomplished if I keep that attitude."
Coupled with a win at the St. Kitt’s Open, it is the second victory in a month for Campos.
Arie Irawan captures Malaysian Amateur Championship on 72nd hole
5-25-2008:
KELANA JAYA, MALAYSIA--- In an exciting two-horse race in the final round, Muhammad Arie Irawan patiently navigated the 6,326-metre, par-72 Kelab Golf Negara Subang's layout, hanging on to Dante Becierra's coattails before seizing the Malaysian Amateur Stroke Play Championship title at the final hole.
"I was quite comfortable on the course today. Every part of my game worked fine. I wasn't nervous at all even after knowing that I had the chance to win at the last."
It was a thrilling roller-coaster final round with Arie matching Becierra stroke for stroke. The 17-year-old Arie fell two shots behind when he bogeyed the eighth hole but pulled level after a gutsy birdie on the 365-metre, par-four tenth hole.
5-7-2008:
More and more junior golfers are working with sports psychologists to gain a mental edge. Dr. Bob Winters has worked with several juniors, as well as professional golfers, and offers his analysis of ways to be mentally tough on the course.
4-22-2008:
FLORENCE, S.C.--- Coming off its school record-tying fourth title this season, No. 12 Chattanooga set its sights on defending its championship at the 2008 Southern Conference Championship. Chattanooga got off to a great start and then held on to defend its 2007 title at the Southern Conference Men’s Golf Championship at the Country Club of South Carolina in Florence. The Mocs shot a final round 294 (+6) to finish at 865 (+1), eight strokes ahead of runner-up College of Charleston.
“It was not the prettiest win, but I’ll take it,” said Head Coach Mark Guhne. “We got off to a good start and then held on. It was not easy, but golf seldom is. I’m proud of the effort.
“Anytime you are considered the best in your conference, it is a great statement about your program,” added Guhne.
4-14-2008:
AUGUSTA, GA.--- When Duramed FUTURES Tour player Jeana Finlinson’s sponsor told her she would be hitting a shot with fellow Indianan Fuzzy Zoeller during the Wednesday practice round at The Masters, she could barely believe her ears. But when she perfectly stroked her shot and the grandstands erupted with cheers, the rookie was reminded of why she is pursuing a career as a touring pro.
“As soon as it hit the clubface, it just felt perfect,” said Finlinson, 27, of Bloomington, Ind., whose photo was captured at the top of her swing in the New York Times sports section on April 10. “The ball hit the green, stopped four feet right of the pin and the crowd went crazy. I guess that’s why you work with a sports psychologist and hit lots of golf shots – to not be surprised when things like that happen.”
Of course, the minute that Finlinson learned that her sponsor bought the opportunity for her to hit a tee shot with Zoeller during a charity auction for “Jill’s House,” [www.jills-house.org], the rookie began preparing for the big day at Augusta National. She knew she would hit a tee shot with Zoeller on the famed 12th hole – a picturesque 155-yard, par-3 hole named Golden Bell in the middle of “Amen Corner” and surrounded by Rae’s Creek. She also knew she would be swinging a club in front of more people than she had ever encountered on a golf course.
4-22-2008:
LAKE MARY, FL--- Rain and lightning forced Hooters Tour officials to suspend play Sunday afternoon and ultimately declare 3rd round leader Ryan Blaum the winner of the weather shortened 54 hole event.
Blaum, the 2005 & 2006 ACC Player of the Year from Duke finished 15 under for the week; 3 shots better than Derek Lamely, and 4 better than the trio of Rob Johnson, David Miller and Will Claxton.
“I’ve been hitting the ball really well,” said Blaum, who finished T-15 at the PGA Tour event in Puerto Rico 3 weeks ago. “My driver has been really working for me, and with the tight fairways out here that was a big advantage.”
Blaum collects $33,565 for his 2nd career Hooters Tour win, and 3rd overall as a professional.
Cho-Hunicke Earns Suncoast Tour Victory Number Three
4-3-2008:
CASSELBERRY, FL.--- The SunCoast Series wrapped up the first of a two event series today at the Country Club of Deer Run in Casselberry, Florida with a familiar face claiming the crown as champion this week. Jeanne Cho-Hunicke (Longwood, FL) earned her third SunCoast Series Title with rounds of 68-71-71=210 to finish at six under par for the tournament.
"I played pretty solid this week. I struck the ball well and managed to keep it in play and that allowed me to hit greens and I made the putts."
In addition to the first place check Jeanne earns her second RIFE Bonus by using her RIFE Aussie putter to roll to victory this week.
Jeanne's six under par total gives her a seven shot victory over Thailand's Virada Nirapathpongporn and Bracebridge, Canada's Erin Thorne who will share second place this week finishing one over par for the tournament. Tokyo, Japan's Hiroko Fujishima and amateur Nara Shin tie for fourth at six over par for the tournament.
The SunCoast Series returns to action next week with the beautiful Country Club of Mount Dora hosting the series. Round one is scheduled to begin at 10:00 Tuesday morning
Hodge Earns Second Golfer of the Week Honor
4-2-2008:
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.--- Jonathan Hodge was named Southern Conference Golfer of the Week as announced Wednesday by the conference office. It is the second such award for Hodge this season (Mar. 12) and back-to-back for the Mocs as Ben Rickett was honored a week ago.
Hodge, a junior from Jefferson City, Tenn., won the Furman Intercollegiate over the weekend shooting a three-under par 213 for the 54-hole event. He is now ranked No. 22 in the Golfstat Cup and No. 31 in the Golfweek/Sagarin Ratings Index.
With the win at the Furman Intercollegiate, Hodge set a new school for wins in a season with three. That total also ties him with former teammate Bryce Ledford for most career wins with the Mocs.
Chattanooga, now ranked No. 12 in Golfweek, returns to action April 7-8 at the Bank of America Intercollegiate hosted by Ole Miss at the Reunion Golf and Country Club in Madison,
Sophomore Campos concludes play at PGA Tour Event
3-26-2008:
RIO GRANDE , Puerto Rico—Though he made the 36-hole cut, Virginia Commonwealth University sophomore golfer Rafael Campos (Guaynabo, Puerto Rico) will not get a chance to compete for a championship at the PGA Tour’s Puerto Rico Open at Trump International Golf Club.
A total of 81 players made the 36-hole cut, which came at even-par 144. Current PGA Tour policy states that if more than 79 professionals make the cut, then a 54-hole cut will be implemented with the low 70 scores advancing to Sunday play. A total of 75 players made the 54-hole cut, which came at 1-over-par 217. Those six players who did not make the cut will be paid according to their standing after 54 holes. Campos, the lone amateur to make the cut, will not receive compensation.
Campos beat former U.S. Open champion Tom Kite and former British Open champion Tom Lehman to make the 36-hole cut. He was on the outside looking in, however, after 54 holes. After shooting back-to-back rounds of 72 (E) on the first two days, Campos shot a 75 (+3) on Saturday. Campos was one of four players from Puerto Rico to compete this weekend.
"I thought he played really solid the first two days of the tournament," VCU head coach Matt Ball said. "I think he'd tell you today that he wasn't hitting the ball as well. This was his first tour event and he's just a sophomore in college. When you look at some of the guys he beat, they're some of the best players in the world. All you can say is, Wow."
Campos will rejoin his teammates next week for the Shocker Classic in Wichita, Kan. The Rams open the two-day tournament Mar. 31.
"We've had some former VCU players compete in tour events, but this is the first time we've had a VCU golfer compete in a PGA event while he's still enrolled," Ball said. "He's got a ton of talent to compete at that level. We hope this will be a learning experience for him and he can use this experience to become as a dominant player on the college level. We're proud of him. We hope he comes back strong and competes well for us at Wichita."
Nadeau named CAA Men's go-golfer of the week
3-26-2008:
RICHMOND, Va.—Virginia Commonwealth University sophomore Vincent Nadeau (Penn Hook, Va.) was named CAA Men’s Co-Golfer of the Week. Nadeau shared the honor with William & Mary’s Brandon Parker.
Nadeau led the Rams to a fifth-place finish at the Pinehurst Intercollegiate. The sophomore improved his score each day, shooting 75-72-71 – 218 (+2). The Purdue transfer finished the three-day event with 15 birdies. Nadeau was the only top-10 finisher who did not qualify for the NCAA Tournament last year.
As a team, the Rams shot a three-day total of 898 (303-300-295) to finish fifth in the 19-team event. VCU played the tournament without Rafael Campos (Guaynabo, Puerto Rico), who was competing on a sponsors’ exemption in the Puerto Rico Open on the PGA Tour.
After a 12-day layoff, the Rams resume competition Monday, Mar. 31 at the two-day Shocker Classic in Wichita, Kan.
Hodge named SoCon player of the week:
Leads Team to wire-to-wire victory at the Palmetto Intercollegiate Classic
3-13-2008:
SPARTANBURG, S.C.---Chattanooga junior golfer, and Dr. Bob disciple, Jonathan Hodge earned his first Southern Conference Player of the Week announced by the conference office Wednesday. It is the first such honor for the 17th-ranked Mocs this spring and comes on the heels of a championship at the Palmetto Intercollegiate.
"Jonathan keyed a great team effort at the Palmetto," said Head Coach Mark Guhne. "To beat two top 30 teams by 30 and 40 shots is impressive."
Hodge was the individual medalist at the Palmetto Intercollegiate with a three-round total of 212 (+2). His final round of 67 (-3) was low round for the tournament and tied for his low round of 2007-08, although the other two were five-under par efforts. The Mocs bested No. 22 Penn State by 40 shots and No. 30 Virginia Tech, tournament runner-up, by 30.
It was Hodge's 43rd par or better round of his career which sets a new school record previously held by former teammate Bryce Ledford (2004-07). The medalist honors made him just the third Chattanooga player to win multiple tournaments for his career joining Ledford (3) and Matt Brock (2001-04, 2).
Hodge is currently No. 61 in the Golfweek/Sagarin Ratings Index.
Dr. Bob Endorses 2Targets
3-10-2008:
Based on Dr. Bob's many years of sports vision and sport psychology training and experience he has entered into an endorsement arrangement with 2Targets, Inc.
Dr Bob says, "The Putt 2 will help golfers of all talent levels: For one, I like the portability and
easy storage. This will provide every golfer their own target hole on a busy putting or chipping
green. They can easily fit in the smallest of carry bags without adding excessive weight.
Also, I like that they are a bit smaller in visual perspective than an actual putting cup
(2 inches versus 4.25 inches). By having a smaller visual target, it creates a perceptual image of
the hole being much larger when you go to the golf course after practicing with the Putt 2.
But mainly, I really like the definitive shape and the ability to see the target projecting
above ground level. On a sports vision perspective, the cone shape is much easier to see than
a tee or group of tees and the Number 2 on the cone helps you center your attention and
focus much in the same way that a pitcher focuses on the catcher's mitt while pitching to a batter.
The smaller and more defined the focus, the tighter the dispersion pattern of makes and misses.
I have seen a number of great teaching and learning devices, but the Putt 2 is one that I like
because of the ease of use and the simplicity of learning how to focus on a specific and
definitive target. The transfer effect of having a strong visual memory of where the cup
is located is definitely reinforced by the consistent use of the Putt 2.
I can readily say that I give it to my players to use, because I use it myself!"
for more information and to purchase The Putt2 please visit www.2Targets.com
Dr. Bob Disciples Racking up the Wins
3-10-2008:
Spring is in the air and so is the smell of victory.
At least for those who have chosen to work with the world's leading mental conditioning coach and sport psychologist.
Within the last month notable Dr. Bob disciples have succeeded in tapping the power and achieving success.
Congratulations to you all for making winning a reality!
Amrith de Soysa - WINNER - 8th annual Rice Intercollegiate
Hernan Rey - WINNER - on the Gateway Tour
Jeanne Cho-Hunicke - WINNER - SunCoast Series Tour
Florida Southern Women's Golf Team - WINNERS - Lady Moc Invitational
Who is the next WINNER Dr. Bob will create?
It could be you!
Career-Day Earns Round of the Week Honors for Dr. Bob student
3-5-2008:
RICHMOND, Va.—It took Virginia Commonwealth University men's golfer Rafael Campos (Guaynabo, Puerto Rico) just six holes to produce the collegiate round of the week. Campos earned the honor from Golfweek Magazine after firing a 65 (-7) on the first day of the Ron Smith USF Invitational in Dade City, Fla.
Campos was even through 12 holes at Lake Jovita Golf and Country Club. The sophomore then ripped off five birdies and an eagle over the final six holes to finish the round seven under par.
"I just wanted to finish strong, after I got those first three birdies, I just kept thinking I need to get it on the green. I was rolling it pretty well that day, so I thought if I could put it on the green, I'd be fine....I knew what was going on, but I did not want my emotions to take over."
Campos finished the tournament with a three-day score of 216 (E) to finish 12th. VCU finished eighth in the 18-team event.
Both Campos and the team have been working with Dr. Bob for the last three months.
Dr. Bob to perform at Golfweek's Golfest at The Villages
1-25-2008:
Dr. Bob Winters is one of the scheduled celebrities to perform and speak at The Villages in mid January for Orlando's Golfweek Golfest. Dr. Bob will give mental tips to the most enthusiastic group of mature golfers ever assembled as part of Golfweek's Annual Golfest on January 25th and 26th, 2008. Last year, The Villages had more than 6,000 golfers attend the outdoor golf club exhibition and it was met with smashing success. Dr. Bob will discuss the importance of having a clear plan in his demonstration of how to apply mental skills into your physical routine. Details of how to get tickets go to www.golfweek.com.
Dr. Bob to perform at Golfweek's Orlando Golfest
1-20-2008:
Dr. Bob will give mental tips to the largest outdoor golf club exhibition in the world on January 12th and 13th at Orange County National Golf Course, site of the 2007 PGA Tour Final Qualifying Tournament. Joining Dr. Bob on the main stage will be three of his star athletes and clients, Jonathan Moore (2007 Walker Cup Team member and the winner of the final match to win the cup) and LPGA and European LPGA player, Samantha Head. Also joining Dr. Bob onstage will be NGA Hooters Tour Player, Jan Meierling from Dusseldorf, Germany. Jan has been a longtime Dr. Bob client and has progressed tremendously in the past year. This will be the fifth year for Dr. Bob to perform at GolfWeek's Golfest.
Dr. Bob featured guest speaker
1-19-2008:
Dr. Bob Winters will be the featured guest speaker for the American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation to be held January 19th at the Omni Orlando Resort at Champions Gate. Dr. Bob will address the dinner event which is the evening preceding the charity LPGA tournament that plays host to a bevy of LPGA stars such as Suzie Whaley, Sally Little, Beth Bader and a host of others.
Dr. Bob to work with pre-teen sensation Perl Jin
1-5-2008:
Dr. Bob Winters began working with pre-teen sensation, Pearl Jin, on January 5th of this year. According to Dr. Bob, "Pearl is perhaps the most promising young female player in the world right now and I am very excited that David Leadbetter wanted me to be Pearl's mental coach." After having been with her on the golf course, Dr. Bob commented "she has tremendous length for someone of her age and if she can stay focused on the things that we are working on, she will be someone to watch for many years to come. I am very excited to be working with her!” Pearl is from Anaheim , California and she is the youngest player to ever reach the match play portion of the US Women’s Amateur in 2007.
Dr. Bob signs new deal with Golfweek.com
1-2-2008:
Dr. Bob Winters has recently signed a deal with Golfweek.com and Golfweek magazine to do another series of videos entitled: The Winning Mind. The Winning Mind is one of the most popular videos on the world wide web and Dr. Bob has agreed to do a series of 22 twenty two for the year of 2008.
Dr. Robert K Winters agrees to do more on The Turn in 2008 with The Golf Channel
11-01-2007:
Dr. Bob has agreed to do a number of new videos for the popular show, The Turn which airs on Monday evenings at 10:00 on The Golf Channel. Dr. Bob has agreed to start filming a series of mental tips.
