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Hall of Fame 2008
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2007 Frank Sinatra. Though not as synonymous with golf as fellow legends Bing Crosby and Bob Hope, Sinatra loved the game. The 1963 Frank Sinatra Invitational was a PGA Tour-sanctioned event at Canyon Country Club in Palm Springs that many believe paved the way for Hope’s affiliation with what is known today as the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic. Ben Hogan. Along with Bobby Jones, San Snead and Byron Nelson, Hogan ranks among the hierarchy of golf legends. Hogan is justly lionized in Southern California golf annals based on his record at Riviera Country Club, which was dubbed “Hogan’s Alley” after his consecutive victories there in the 1947 and 1948 Los Angeles Opens and his U.S. Open win in 1948. Dwight D. Eisenhower. He did as much to promote the game among average Americans than any other comparable figure. His first reported visit to the Coachella Valley in February 1954 gave the area more publicity than it had ever received. Al Geiberger. He is only one of three PGA Tour golfers to shoot 59 in a round. The Palm Desert resident has taught at many schools in the Coachella Valley, and in March 2006, he began serving as head pro emeritus at the ultra-exclusive Stone Eagle Golf Club in Palm Desert. John Cook. Though born in Ohio, Cook grew up in Palos Verdes and spent a lot of time in the Coachella Valley, where he took lessons from Ken Venturi. He won the California State Amateur in 1975 and twice won the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic (1992 and 1997). FOR COMPLETE PROFILES OF THE 2007 CLASS, CLICK HERE. 2006 Maggie Hathaway. The civil rights activist was instrumental in the integration of Chester L. Washington Golf Course in Los Angeles. Mark O’Meara. Growing up in Mission Viejo, O’Meara developed a game that would net him a pair of major titles in 1998. Tom Sargent. The head professional at Mesa Verde Country Club in Costa Mesa has instructed some of the Southland’s best. Vin Scully. The legendary voice of the Dodgers has lent his skills to golf telecasts, such as the Masters, on many occasions. Earl Woods. After moving the family to Cypress, Tiger’s dad set up the foundations for his son to conquer the golfing world. FOR COMPLETE PROFILES OF THE 2006 CLASS, CLICK HERE. 2005 Jerry Anderson. The venerable instructor has helped advance Newport Beach Country Club and the Southern California PGA. Laura Baugh. An eventful golfing career was initiated with an amazing run through the Southern California junior circuit. Bob Hope. The classic comedian did his part to guarantee Palm Springs became an annual destination for the PGA Tour. Jim Murray. The decorated Los Angeles Times sportswriter enjoyed playing golf as much as he did writing about it. Dave Stockton Sr. The two-time PGA Championship winner and 1991 Ryder Cup captain is active in the Redlands area. FOR COMPLETE PROFILES OF THE 2005 CLASS, CLICK HERE. 2004 Jack Kramer. One of the best tennis players ever has made his mark by owning Los Serranos County Club in Chino Hills. Gary McCord. The colorful broadcaster and Garden Grove native is one of the Southland’s most talented golfers ever. Lou Smith. The lifetime San Diego resident devoted her time and energy to developing junior golf in that city. George C. Thomas Jr. He crafted some of the most famous courses in Los Angeles history during the 1920s. Ken Venturi. The 1964 U.S. Open champion and Palm Springs resident also is one of the most prolific sports broadcasters ever. 2003 Amy Alcott. One of the best female players ever, the Santa Monica resident won 29 LPGA Tour events — including three Kraft Nabisco Championships. Lou Bastanchury. He helped develop a foundation of longevity for the Southern California Junior Golf Association in the 1950s. Gene Littler. The sweet swinging San Diego native is one of the most accomplished tour pros in Southland golf history. H.G. “Dad” Miller. He was such a seminal golf figure that Anaheim Municipal Golf Course changed its name to honor him. Craig Stadler. Born in San Diego, The Walrus is now making a splash against the competition on the Champions Tour. 2002 Ely Callaway. His investment in a fledgling club company turned into a revolution for golf equipment based in Carlsbad. Billy Casper. The 51-time PGA Tour winner and San Diegan has mastered and designed plenty of courses. Eddie Merrins. The Little Pro from Bel-Air Country Club in Los Angeles is still fixing swings. Ted Robinson Sr. With more than 170 course design credits, the USC graduate is one of the most prolific architects of all time. Mickey Wright. The San Diegan is second in LPGA Tour history with 82 victories and 13 major titles. OTHER HALL OF FAME PROFILES: GLEN CAMPBELL WILLIAM P. AND WILLIAM F. BELL ANDY WILLIAMS DINAH SHORE JIM FLICK HALL OF FAME 2008 — MAIN PAGE |
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