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Golfer Fuzzy Zoeller Dies At 74; Remembered For Major Wins, Lasting Controversy
Fuzzy Zoeller, one of golf’s most colorful and well-known players with a legacy marred by a racist joke about Tiger Woods, has died at 74. His cause of death was not available. Zoeller won two majors during his illustrious career. He was the last player to win the Masters on his first try. He did it in a playoff in 1979. He also won the 1984 US Open after another tense playoff. But he's best known for easy charm and quick jokes on and off the course. “The PGA Tour is saddened by the passing of Fuzzy Zoeller,” said PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan to CBS Sports. “Fuzzy wa…
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'Happy Gilmore 2' Star John Daly Makes PGA History With 19-Stroke Hole At Sanford International
John Daly is rewriting the PGA's record book. For all the wrong reasons. Again. The "Happy Gilmore 2" star got off to a rough start on Friday during the the Sanford International at the Minnehaha Country Club in South Dakota, shooting his way to a 19-stroke hole. Daly broke a three-way tie that has stood after being bested by the par-5 12th hole at the country club, where the pin is next to a sizable creek players like to shoot over. According to reports, Daly sent at least seven shots into the water hazard before finally making it onto the green for an inauspicious 18-over 88, nine …
Politics
Where’s Trump? Golf Photo In Northern Virginia Sparks Wild ‘Body Double’ Rumors
Tales of President Donald Trump's alleged failing health may have been wildly exaggerated. While he hasn't made a public appearance in days, Trump took to the links at his Northern Virginia golf course amid speculation the 79-year-old is facing health concerns. Or did he? “Great playing Golf with Jon Gruden — A really nice guy, and true character!” Trump wrote on Truth Social, alongside a photo of him and the former Tampa Bay Buccaneers coach on the links. However — that photo was reportedly taken at least a week ago, further fueling speculation about the president's health. Per Wh…
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Is Trump’s Golf Game Really On Par? New Videos Raise Allegations Of Cheating
President Donald Trump's trip to Scotland over the weekend took a dogleg turn after videos seemed to confirm something he's long been accused of: cheating at golf. That's what many are saying after watching clips taken from Trump's recent round at his beloved course Trump Turnberry. However, his supporters say people are making a beach out of a sand trap. The first and most widely viewed video appears to show one of Trump's caddies casually dropping a ball onto the short grass just as the president pulls up in a golf cart. California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who has sparred with Trump for years, …
Lifestyle
Moronic, Witless, Vulgar: 'Happy Gilmore 2' Is Exactly What Fans Will Love, Critics Say
The movie people have been waiting for for 29 years has been released. And critics say it's just...okay? "Happy Gilmore 2" the sequel to the beloved 90s comedy, premiered on Netflix on Friday, July 25. And while fans are excited to see Adam Sandler dominate the golf course again, critics are saying it might not have been worth the wait. The movie features the return of Sandler, Julie Bowen, Christopher McDonald as the iconic Shooter McGavin and Ben Stiller as the malevolent nursing home aide. Joining the cast are Bad Bunny, Margaret Qualley, Travis Kelce and professional wrestlers Becky Lyn…
Sports
Apple TV+ Owen Wilson Acclaimed Series Stick Scores Renewal
Just as the Season 1 finale of the eight-episode series Stick aired, Apple TV+ announced the acclaimed show has been renewed for a second season. The renewal, announced on Wednesday, July 23, comes after a wave of critical praise for the sports comedy, which follows Owen Wilson’s character Pryce Cahill, a washed-up former golf pro who bets his future on mentoring a troubled teenage phenom, Santi Wheeler played by actor Peter Dager. Since its debut, Stick has been hailed as “a hole-in-one,” “feel-good,” and “ideal comfort viewing,” quickly becoming a summer must-watch for Apple TV+ subs…
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: Rory McIlroy Hits Bizarre Trick Shot After Striking Hidden Ball at The Open
Rory McIlroy's surge up the leaderboard at the Open Championship took a strange turn when he accidentally made a trick shot on the 11th hole. While sitting in a tough part of the course at Royal Portrush, the Irish golfer took a swing in the rough that got him back on the fairway — but another ball was unearthed during the shot. "Have you ever seen anything like that?" McIlroy exclaimed in a video that went viral online. “Have you ever seen anything like that?” Rory to Bones walking down the 11th.No we have not. 😅 pic.twitter.com/n3vK2B1jtF — GOLF.com (@GOLF_com) July 19, 2025 "…
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Cops Called On ESPN's Chris Russo During Airport Meltdown Over Son’s Missing Golf Clubs
Longtime ESPN host and sports radio legend Chris “Mad Dog” Russo is known for his animated rants, but his latest outburst took place far from the studio. Russo, 65, recounted a chaotic scene on First Take Wednesday, July 16, following his return from a golf trip to Scotland with his son, Tim Russo, an assistant basketball coach at Northern Arizona University. It all went down at London’s Heathrow Airport, where, according to Russo, police were called over a luggage debacle involving his son’s golf clubs. What was supposed to be a father-son bonding trip flying across the Atlantic to hit th…
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Golfer Struck By Lightning Dies: Remembering Simon Mariani
Simon Mariani, the 28-year-old golfer struck by lightning on the course in Sussex County, NJ last week has died, Daily Voice has learned. The Franklin Lakes resident was playing in the Iron Man 2025 tournament hosted by Crystal Springs Resort at the Ballyowen Golf Course in Hardyston when the lightning bolt hit on Tuesday, July 8, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Mariani was airlifted to Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston. An obituary shared to the VP Memorial Funeral Home website says Mariani, an investment banking associate, died Monday, July 14. Simon …
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Venmo Vultures! Bettors Flood PGA Star With Demands Forcing Him To Shut Account Before US Open
Scottie Scheffler’s biggest headache ahead of the US Open isn’t the course at the Oakmont Country Club — it’s bettors clogging his Venmo with sob stories and payout demands. The Ridgewood, NJ native will tee off as a favorite on Thursday at the Open, but it was others teeing off on the social media app that have him flustered, according to reports. Scheffler, 28, told reporters this week that he doesn't worry about the odds of him winning — but he's been hearing plenty from sports bettors through the cash app who had something on the line pending his performance. He said that on Venmo, he …
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Ryder Cup Takes Over Bethpage Black—Snag Your Tickets Before They’re Gone!
Ready to witness golf’s fiercest rivalry up close? The 2025 Ryder Cup is storming Long Island this fall and tickets won’t last. The world’s best golfers from the United States and Europe will compete at Bethpage Black Golf Course in Farmingdale from Tuesday, September 23 through Sunday, September 28, 2025. Tickets are now available on Stubhub, Ticketmaster, and Vivid Seats. This marks the first time the Ryder Cup is being played at Bethpage Black—a course famed for its brutal difficulty and the iconic “Warning” sign at the first tee, cautioning only highly skilled golfers to play. Owne…
Politics
Bruce Springsteen Spat Escalates As Trump Takes New Shot At Singer
The back-and-forth war of words between President Donald Trump and Bruce Springsteen shows no signs of ending anytime soon. In the first concert of the Land of Hope and Dreams Tour by Springsteen and The E Street band last week in Manchester, England, he said: "In my home, the America I love, the America I've written about that has been a beacon of hope and liberty for 250 years, is currently in the hands of a corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous administration." Two days later, Trump hit back on social media, calling Springsteen, "not a talented guy — just a pushy, obnoxious JERK." Trump …
Politics
Trump’s ‘Scared’ Ear? Physical Report Has Everyone Rereading This Line
Is the president's ear scared, or scarred? The White House released some details from President Donald Trump's annual physical, though it could have used some proofreading. By all accounts, the 78-year-old commander-in-chief is healthy, though he has some "scaring" on his right ear from a gunshot wound, presumably from an assassination attempt last year in Pennsylvania, according to a report released on Sunday. "Examination of the head, ears, nose, and throat revealed no significant abnormalities with the exception of (scarring) on the right ear from a gunshot wound," Capt. Sea…
Politics
7-Foot Tall Trump Statue Lands Buyer Meeting With President, Musk, Stone
A week of historic highs and lows for President Donald Trump ended in bronze. While the 47th president golfed this weekend, a fan unveiled a statue of Trump called "The Defiance Monument." Sticker Mule founder Anthony Constantino, an Upstate New York businessman and former Congressional candidate, unveiled the gift to Trump that’s now turning heads at Trump International Golf Club in Florida. Related: Trump Says These Electronics Exempt From Future Tariffs The statue is mounted on a stone pedestal, permanently inscribed with Constantino’s name. It's now placed between the course’s clubho…
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Official Cause Of Death Released For 14-Year-Old Son Of Ex
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The official cause of death has been released for the teenage son of a former Major League Baseball star who died while on a family vacation. Miller Gardner, age 14, the youngest son of Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the New York Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, died in his sleep on Friday, March 21. The Gardners released a statement through the team revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness after he became sick while the family was on vacation in Central America at a hotel in Costa Rica. On Wednesday, April 2, authorities in Costa Rica, citin…
Obituaries
'His Spirit Will Carry On Forever': Ex
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The teenage son of a former Major League Baseball star who died while on a family vacation is being remember for his smile and spirit. Brett Gardner, an outfielder who spent his entire 14-year career with the New York Yankees, and his wife, Jessica, shared the devastating news of the death of their youngest son, Miller, age 14, on Sunday, March 23. Earlier report - Apparent Cause Of Death Released For Teen Son Of Ex-NY Yankees Star Brett Gardner The Gardners released a statement through the team revealing that Miller succumbed to an illness two days earlier after he became sick…
Lifestyle
Best Celeb Reactions To Tiger Woods' Relationship Hard Launch With Vanessa Trump
Tiger Woods just teed up his relationship with Vanessa Trump. The golf icon went Instagram official with Trump on Sunday, March 23, posting cozy photos of the two canoodling and captioning it with a romantic message. “Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side!” Woods wrote. “We look forward to our journey through life together. At this time we would appreciate privacy for all those close to our hearts.” The post marks the first public confirmation of a relationship between the 49-year-old athlete and 47-year-old Trump, who was married to President Trump's son, Donald T…
Lifestyle
New Trailer Drops For 'Happy Gilmore 2,' Which Filmed Across New Jersey
The anticipation continues to build for "Happy Gilmore 2" which was shot all over New Jersey last year. Netflix released a new trailer for the movie, a sequel to the 1996 cult classic, starring Adam Sandler as the hockey player turned golfer and Christopher McDonald as the iconic villain Shooter McGavin. The movie will be released on Netflix on Friday, July 25. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Adam Sandler (@adamsandler) The trailer promises the return of Julie Bowen and Ben Stiller from the first movie as well as the d…
Obituaries
Eagles Fan, Dad Of 3 Killed In Plymouth Crash, Funeral Attendees Urged To Wear Team Gear
A father of three with a deep love for his family and passion for life was tragically killed in a crash in Plymouth Township on Monday, Dec. 2, police said. Geoffrey Blaine, 40, of West Chester, lost his life after his work truck veered off the roadway on the 400 block of Township Line Road at 12:25 p.m., Plymouth Township police said in a release. The vehicle struck a telephone pole, a split-rail fence, and a tree before coming to rest. Blaine was pronounced dead at the scene. The crash remains under investigation by the Highway Patrol Unit. Authorities have asked anyone who witnessed the …
Sports
Want To Improve Your Golf Game? Try This New App
Local golf enthusiasts have a new tool in their arsenal with the launch of the Pinpoint Golf app, a cutting-edge application designed to help golfers of all skill levels improve. The app promises to bring precision and convenience to golfers, from beginners to seasoned pros. Pinpoint Golf (www.pinpoint.golf) offers a comprehensive suite of features aimed at improving your game. The app centers on strokes gained tracking, an advanced method to measure and improve performance. In addition, the app provides detailed GPS mapping of courses, real-time shot tracking, and other performance analytic…
Police & Fire
Country Club Death: Tree Falls Onto Golf Cart In Pennsylvania Killing Passenger, Cops Say
A falling tree killed one person riding in a golf cart at a Pennsylvania country club this weekend, authorities said. It happened Saturday, April 13 around 3:05 p.m. at the JC Melrose Country Club in Cheltenham, where a tree fell on a golf cart, killing the person in the passenger's seat of the cart, local police said. The tree fell on the golf cart as the victim and another person were driving the golf cart on the course while playing golf, police said. The driver of the golf cart sustained minor injuries. The Montgomery County Coroner's Office will determine the cause and manner of death…
Sports
Review: Best Golf Stats Apps
Finding a golf stats app can be a bit overwhelming, simply because there are so many to choose from. We’ve written about the value of strokes gained stats, and the best golf stats app absolutely needs to measure strokes gained. Here is our comparison of the best golf stats apps and which ones are worth your investment. Pinpoint GolfPinpoint Golf 1. Pinpoint Golf Pinpoint Golf is the top golf stats app for tracking strokes gained. If you want to dive into strokes gained tracking, but you’re worried about data collection and complexity, don’t fret. Pinpoint makes navigation and data inpu…
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What Is Strokes Gained In Golf?
If you play golf, you know it's not easy. In fact, it's probably the most frustrating and difficult game there is. Athletes in other sports might disagree, but everyone can agree that getting good at golf is hard. That's where “strokes gained” comes in. Golfers can finally learn exactly where they need to improve their game so that they can get better faster. A lot faster. Strokes gained compares every facet of a golfers game to other players of a similar skill level. How good are you at short putts, long putts, short game, irons, driving? Strokes gained tells you all this and more. This a…
Obituaries
Devoted PA Dad Dustin Peterka-Rahn Dies, 28: ‘Brought A Smile To The Faces Of Those Around Him’
Dustin Peterka-Rahn, a beloved Royersford dad, son, and brother, died at home on Thursday, June 15, loved ones said in his obituary. He was 28. Born in Pottstown to parents R. James Rahn and Veronica (Peterka) Rahn, he was a Spring-Ford High School alumnus and later graduated from the Western Montgomery Career and Technology Center in 2013, his obit says. In addition to his parents, Peterka-Rahn leaves behind two sisters, Abigail and Lucy, as well as a 7-year-old daughter, Estella Mae Wise, and her mother, Courtney Wise, loved ones wrote. Peterka-Rahn was most recently employed at the O…
News
Army Vet Struck Dead By Lighting While Playing Golf In Pennsylvania
Severe weather has claimed the life of a Pennsylvania man, who was struck by lightning during a round of golf. Joseph Slivinski, 71, of Lackawanna County, was struck by lightning while playing golf on Friday at Pine Hills Golf Course, according to the county coroner. Slivinski was attempting to find shelter when he was fatally injured, he died at the golf course around 1:30 p.m. A South Jersey golfer was struck and killed by lightning last month. Born in Scranton, Slivinski spent 33 years his life in Peckville with his of 44 years the late Christine M. Klonoski, according to the Times-Tri…
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South Jersey Golfer Killed By Lightning, 1st Fatal Lightning Strike Nationwide In 2021
A golfer was struck and killed by lightning while playing on a South Jersey course Wednesday. The man was between the 6th and 7th holes during a thunderstorm at the Burlington Country Club in Westampton Township around 3:45 p.m., several news reports say. The incident was the first deadly lightning strike in New Jersey since Sept. 7, 2012, the National Lightning Safety Council says. It also was the first lighting fatality this year in the United States, according to the AccuWeather Global Weather Center. The South Jersey golf course is about 30 minutes northeast of Philadelphia. A storm n…
Obituaries
Peter Fosselman Of Lower Macungie Township Dies, 30
Peter Ralph Fosselman of Lower Macungie Township died on May 17, 2021. He was 30 years old. Born in Allentown, Peter graduated from Emmaus High School in 2009 and went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree in business administration from the University of Pittsburgh in 2013, his obituary says. He had been working at BNP Paribas in King of Prussia, and previously worked in finance in New York City. Peter was passionate about the University of Pittsburgh football and basketball teams, Pittsburgh Steelers and Penguins, playing card games, golfing, tennis and cycli…
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