An illustrated profile of such players as Lee Trevino, Chi Chi Rodriguez, Arnold Palmer, and others shows how these living legends have revived their careers on the Senior circuit and includes golf tips from the players.
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From Publishers Weekly
Before 1980, golfers over 50 were eligible to compete in only two tournaments. That year six noted players and the PGA discussed inaugurating an official Senior Tour; it began with five events in 1981, grew to 18 in 1983 and 27 in 1985--so many that it proved difficult to assemble enough contestants for all of them. As the tour's popularity increased, cable TV contracts and backing from major corporations rolled in; the tour now distributes millions of dollars in prizes. USA Today golf reporter Hershey profiles the best-known older golfers, including the still-irrepressible Lee Trevino; Al Beiberger, whose physical and marital problems handicapped his pre-Senior Tour career; Arnold Palmer, who continues to work out daily; and Jack Nicklaus, the least enthusiastic about the Senior Tour. Almost 100 photos and playing tips from the pros round out this lively book.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Library Journal
One of the unexpected benefactors of the recent golf boom has been the Senior Golf Tour, which is for professional players over 50. Conceived in 1980, the tour has expanded from just two events to a full-fledged competition that rivals the regular Professional Golf Association tour. Hershey, a sportswriter for USA Today , presents a fine compilation on 11 successful senior golfers. Most informative are the sections covering the less well-known players, such as Al Geiberger, Walt Zembriski, and Jim Dent. All fans will also enjoy the anecdotes shared by Chi Chi Rodriguez, Lee Trevino, and Arnold Palmer. Included is an in-depth chronology of the tour and tips from the featured golfers. Any solid sports collection should include this excellent work.
- Jeffrey Gay, Bridgewater P.L., Mass.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
- Jeffrey Gay, Bridgewater P.L., Mass.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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