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Diminutive Kelley Wins Travis Invitational
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by Jay Flemma
A little guy's enormous heart and easy-going nature helped him fill some of the biggest shoes in golf history Sunday as Ohio native Mike Kelley won twice in match play to capture the 98th Walter J. Travis Invitational tournament. After defeating Kevin Hammer 2-up in the semifinals in the morning round, Kelley overcame a two-hole deficit early, then rallied after losing a two-hole lead late to edge Joe Saladino 2&1 in the final.
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Cold Rain, Warm Spirits as 98th Travis Invitational Begins
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by Jay Flemma
A granite-grey sky stretches from horizon to horizon across the Long Island sky on this morning, but for 130 golfers and the membership of Garden City Golf Club, today is Christmas Day, as bright, cheerful, and filled with promise as the grandest holiday. "Welcome to Friday at the Travis," beams one green-jacketed member of the club in greeting as players file into the clubhouse to begin the 98th playing of the Walter J. Travis Invitational, greater New York City's premiere amateur golf event. Varying replies, of "Thank you, its great to be here," come in reply from grateful golfers and happy patrons.
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The Grand Old Man, The Grand Old Club, The Grand Old Amateur
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by Jay Flemma
One of golf's most graceful traditions takes place this weekend. Far from any television towers, gallery stands and the latest, greatest waterfall ever built on a golf course, but far closer to the egalitarian spirit of the game as envisioned by her stewards, fabled Garden City Golf Club will host the 98th Walter J. Travis Invitational, a major amateur tournament of national and historic significance.
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The Art of the Bethpage Overnight - Part 1
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by Jay Flemma
It's old school, to be sure; but then again, I'm all about old school. Living just 20 minutes from Bethpage State Park's world-famous Black Course is sweet seduction, like a long, torrid welcoming kiss "hello" from a beautiful woman. Many quick pre-dawn drives have gotten me prime weekend tee times - sometimes even with a partner. Arrive before daybreak, secure a mid-morning tee time on the Black, retreat to the breakfast room for cereal, toast, bacon, coffee and a newspaper, then hit balls before approaching the starter with the fine, wide, satisfied smile of a veteran who knows he's up.
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» Sifford to be Honored MGWA National Awards Dinner
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» Saint Andrew's Golf Club in N.Y. to Commemorate 120th Anniversary
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» Pound Ridge on Track for July Opening
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» Long Island to be Promoted as Golf Destination
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» Work Continues on Seneca Hickory Stick Golf Club near Niagara Falls
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» Golden Age U.S. Open Courses Improve with Age
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» Pound Ridge on Schedule
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» Dye Working on First Project in New York
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» Fitzpatrick Hotel Group Tees Off To Raise Funds for Children
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» KemperSports to Manage New Daily-Fee Course in Upstate New York
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» Sebonack Golf Club Celebrates Grand Opening
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» Flooding Forces B.C. Open to Move
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» NYC Youth to Participate in U.S. Open Junior Day
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» Oak Hill to Host Future Senior PGA & PGA Championships
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» Shinnecock Tribe Targets Private Clubs
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» Belfrey International Gets New Owner and Brighter Future
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» Trump Forms New Golf Company
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» Turning Stone’s Kaluhyat Ranked High
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» Leatherstocking & Otesaga Hotel
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» Let There Be Light, Shirley
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» Nicklaus & Doak To Collaborate On New York Course
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» Classic Confrontation Afoot In Upstate New York
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The Art of the Bethpage Overnight - Part 1
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by Jay Flemma
It's old school, to be sure; but then again, I'm all about old school. Living just 20 minutes from Bethpage State Park's world-famous Black Course is sweet seduction, like a long, torrid welcoming kiss "hello" from a beautiful woman. Many quick pre-dawn drives have gotten me prime weekend tee times - sometimes even with a partner. Arrive before daybreak, secure a mid-morning tee time on the Black, retreat to the breakfast room for cereal, toast, bacon, coffee and a newspaper, then hit balls before approaching the starter with the fine, wide, satisfied smile of a veteran who knows he's up.
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