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Biography
Brad Bryant, or "Dr. Dirt" as he's commonly known, had his best season on the Champions Tour in 2007. After coming close so many times, Brad finally captured his first major victory at the U.S. Senior Open. The win was Brad's second of the season and fourth overall in his Champions Tour career.
He finished the year ranked 3rd on the Money List having won over $1.8 million in prize money. Along with his two victories, Brad finished in the Top 10 eight other times in 2007.
Brad is a native of New Mexico, having attended the University of New Mexico. He turned pro in 1976 and lists Spyglass Hill as his favorite golf course. His brother, Bart, has been playing on the PGA TOUR for many years and most recently won THE TOUR Championship in 2005.
Biography
Allen got started in golf while caddying at Spring Valley CC in Sharon, MA, when he was 14.
FAVORITE COURSE
I love every place I've ever played. I played public golf courses all my life and loved it. I like playing every day, it doesn't matter the conditions... any golf course is my favorite.
FAVORITE ROUND?
First round I ever played. The '99 PGA Seniors Championship, when I shot 64 on Sunday to win by 2. I had 9 birdies and an eagle. On the back 9, I had seven 3's and two 5's.
FANTASY FOURSOME
Luckily, I have already played with these players! Nicklaus, Palmer and Player or Woods, Mickelson and Duval.
BENEFICIAL EXERCISE
Walking and stretching.
Biography
R.W. was a high school All-America selection in basketball and was a member of a Colorado state high school championship. He got his start in golf as a caddie, and now his son often caddies for him on tour. In his spare time, R.W. enjoys cruising on his Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
FAVORITE COURSE
Southern Dunes and Outlaw @ Desert Mountain
FAVORITE ROUND?
Playing with the "boys" at home.
FANTASY FOURSOME
Rudy, White Frankie, Discount Dave and Jack Benny
BENEFICIAL EXERCISE
Moving my TV remote control from my left hand to my right hand.
Biography
Scott is no stranger to the winner's circle. Since 1980, Scott has won 11 PGA TOUR events with the most recent coming in 2003 at the Ford Championship at Doral. He also has six international victories and was a member of the 2002 and 1997 U.S. Ryder Cup teams. Scott graduated from Wake Forest University in 1978, and was part of a winning Eisenhower Trophy team before turning pro in 1979.
He has a floor named after him at the Arnold Palmer Hospital thanks to his family's donations over the years. He lists Harbour Town GL, Muirfield Village and the CC of North Carolina as his favorite courses...Favorite entertainer is Frank Sinatra...Favorite movies include "It's a Wonderful Life" and "Blazing Saddles."...Favorite athlete is Michael Jordan.
Biography
Bernhard, a two-time Masters Champion, turned pro in 1972. His career began with three German National Championships before making his entrance on the American stage in 1985 by winning his first of two Green Jackets. Winning two Masters Championships, 70 international tournaments, playing on 9 Ryder Cup teams and serving as captain of another, Langer earned induction into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2002.
Langer's most recent success came in Dec. 2006 when he led Team Germany to its second World Golf Championship. That win came on the heels of Langer and his son, Stefan, winning their second consecutive Del Webb Father/Son Challenge title on Dec. 2, 2006.
Bernhard started playing golf at age 7 through caddying, and turned pro at 15. He is a devout Christian and helped organize the regular meetings of the European Tour Bible Class.
Biography
Jerry is very active in charity work and counts the First Tee Program as one of his favorites. Another of Jerry's favorite activities is Boy Scouts.
FAVORITE COURSE
Cypress Point
FAVORITE ROUND?
The 1976 Canadian Open where I shot a 63.
FANTASY FOURSOME
My favorite foursome would be to play with my family: Soozi (my wife), Wesley (my son), Jenni (my daughter) and Jamie (my son).
BENEFICIAL EXERCISE
Weight Training with a focus on your CORE muscles.
Biography
Dana played collegiate golf at the University of Rhode Island and is a member of that school's Hall of Fame. He has no other hobbies besides golf and plays virtually every day. Like most New Englanders, Dana is a die-hard Red Sox fan and has thrown out first pitches at four Major League Baseball stadiums, including Fenway Park.
FAVORITE COURSE
Hualalai Golf Club in Kailua Kona, Hawaii
FAVORITE ROUND?
Shooting a 63 @ Pinehurst # 2 , during the World Golf Hall of Fame Championship in '81.
FANTASY FOURSOME
Brother Paul, nephew Brett Quigley and son Devin.
BENEFICIAL EXERCISE
Long walks after dinner.
Biography
Des started playing golf at age 6 and lists Jack Nicklaus as his hero.
FAVORITE COURSE
Carnoustie, Portmamock, Royal Birkdale
FAVORITE ROUND?
65 equal low round in 2001 Open at Royal Lytham and St. Annes.
FANTASY FOURSOME
Bill Clinton, Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods
BENEFICIAL EXERCISE
Always do a good stretch before playing.
Biography
Tom is active in Kansas City area charitable endeavors, including Children's Mercy Hospital, and development of golf courses for junior players.
FAVORITE COURSE
Ballybunnion in Ireland.
FAVORITE ROUND?
Final round of 1982 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach. My chip-in at 17 propelled me to win what I consider the most important championship in golf.
FANTASY FOURSOME
My dad (Ray Watson), Stan Thirsk, and Byron Nelson.
BENEFICIAL EXERCISE
Upper/lower body strengthening and stretching, abdominal work, and cardio--with the main emphasis on stretching.
Biography
D.A. was inducted into the Illinois PGA Hall of Fame in 2001. He has his own design and management company.
FAVORITE COURSE
TPC at Deere Run, Harbour Town, Colonial Country Club.
FAVORITE ROUND?
Final round at Hartford.the year I won in '96.
FANTASY FOURSOME
My Dad, Matt (my son) and Arnold Palmer. This is something my Dad would have loved.
BENEFICIAL EXERCISE
Stretching before the round and aerobics after the round.
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