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ESPN networks will air live coverage of all four rounds of the Latin America Amateur Championship beginning Thursday, Jan. 16.
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ESPN will air all four rounds of the 11th annual Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship golf tournament from China beginning Thursday, Sept. 26.
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A star-studded leaderboard and a charge by Tiger Woods helped ESPN attract 3.2 million viewers for Friday’s second round of the Masters Tournament.
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ESPN’s live telecast of the first round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on Thursday, April 11, attracted nearly 2.5 million viewers according to Nielsen Fast National data. Coverage began at 3 p.m. ET and ESPN averaged 2,482,117 viewers for the 4.5-hour telecast as a star-studded leaderboard contested the iconic venue. The …
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For the 12th year, ESPN will air live play in the first and second rounds of the Masters Tournament on April 11-12 and will surround the telecasts with extensive multiplatform coverage.
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ESPN golf analysts Andy North and Curtis Strange and host Scott Van Pelt participated in a media conference call to discuss next week’s Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club.
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Rory & Carson Podcast Launches Today on GOLFPASS; Debut Episode Available on GOLF Channel Digital via a Free Preview
NBC Sports Now Features Seven Golf Podcasts, Including:
Brandel Chamblee Podcast with Jaime Diaz; 1UP with Gary Williams; GOLF Channel Podcast, Feherty, Pro-Am Pod and GOLF Advisor Podcast
ORLANDO, Fla., March 8, 2019 – NBC Sports today announced the debut of its newest golf podcast – The Rory & Carson Podcast – hosted by four-time major champion Rory McIlroy and The Voice/TODAY show host Carson Daly. In their monthly podcast that launches today on GOLFPASS, pop culture and sports collide as the two take on topics from golf to rugby, TV, music, sports and entertainment. The podcast headlines NBC Sports new slate of golf podcasts, covering a wide range of topics throughout the game of golf – on and off the golf course – hosted by several voices from NBC Sports’ on-air and digital golf coverage, the deepest bench of voices in golf.
The full audio of Rory & Carson Podcast debut episode is now available on GOLF Channel Digital for free. Golf Channel Digital staff writer Will Gray, host of the GOLF Channel Podcast, introduces listeners to the new podcast and shares information on how listeners can access future episodes. The full video podcast is available exclusively on GOLFPASS, a new direct-to-consumer digital subscription program delivering comprehensive benefits tailored to the modern golfer’s lifestyle. In addition, behind the scenes clips and bonus video are also available on GOLFPASS.
McIlroy, GOLFPASS founder and defending champion at this week’s Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard, and Daly on the premiere episode will discuss McIlroy’s early playing career, his love for the Masters, family aspirations and the challenges of being a public figure.
“We’re talking about golf, pop culture and sort of everything in between,” said McIlroy. “It’s a good way for me to engage with fans and keep them up to date with what I’m doing, but also try to show another side of me and of golf.”
“It’s great that Rory is continuing to try to create more access to the game through GOLFPASS,” said Daly. “This podcast is a platform for him to speak on all topics, whether it is golf, issues within the game of golf, and certainly pop culture things that I’ll bring out. I love the game and have been around it my whole life and appreciate the opportunity to talk to hardcore golf fans with Rory through this podcast.”
NBC Sports also has launched several new GOLF podcasts, including:
Brandel Chamblee Podcast with Jamie Diaz: GOLF Channel analyst Brandel Chamblee and award-winning journalist and GOLF Channel Insider Jaime Diaz are teaming up for a monthly podcast where they discuss, debate and break down some of the more interesting topics in golf, including debating who is the greatest golfer of all-time – Tiger Woods or Jack Nicklaus – in their debut episode.
1Up Podcast with Gary Williams presented by Peter Millar: Morning Drive co-host Gary Williams hosts a weekly conversation-based podcast where some of the biggest names in sports and beyond share their love for the game of golf. Making its debut in January, the 1Up podcast has featured the likes of Baseball Hall-of-Famers Tom Glavine and John Smoltz; former MLB all-star pitcher Mark Mulder and former professional tennis star and Olympic silver medalist Mardy Fish; and legendary golf instructors Butch and Billy Harmon.
GOLF Channel Podcast: Golf Channel Digital’s team of writers and insiders interview some of the brightest stars in golf and discuss the latest news in the golf world.
Pro-Am Podcast: GOLF Channel host and reporter George Savaricas and producer Ryan Griffiths discuss the trending topics in golf as they see it from different sides of the camera. Joined weekly by guests from all over the worlds of golf, sports and pop culture. Past guests have included Football Hall-of-Famer Brian Urlacher, NBC Sports’ David Feherty and PGA TOUR professionals Luke Donald and Eddie Pepperell.
Feherty Podcast presented by Farmers Insurance: Described as “golf’s iconoclast,” by Rolling Stone, and “golf’s wisecracking, maverick interviewer,” by Esquire, Emmy Award-nominated host David Feherty sits down with celebrity guests from across sports, entertainment and politics on his self-titled interview series, Feherty. The Feherty Podcast features the audio of the full episodes in their entirety.
GOLF Advisor Podcast: The GOLF Advisor podcast delivers news, tips and commentary on the best places to play golf around the world from the team of writers at GOLF Advisor, the world’s largest golf course review website.
GOLF Channel podcasts are available on GOLF Channel Digital and on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify and Art19 and other podcast providers. The GOLF Advisor Podcast is available on GolfAdvisor.com, and the Feherty Podcast is available on Feherty.com. The full video version of the Rory & Carson Podcast is available exclusively on GOLFPASS.
ABOUT NBC SPORTS GROUP’S GOLF DIVISION
NBC Sports Group’s GOLF division delivers multimedia golf content, technology and services. Anchored by GOLF Channel – co-founded by Arnold Palmer in 1995 – GOLF content is available to nearly 500 million viewers in nine languages across more than 70 countries around the world. GOLF features more live coverage of the sport than all other U.S. networks combined, including global tournament action from the PGA TOUR, LPGA Tour, European Tour, NCAA, THE PLAYERS, The Open, Olympics, Presidents Cup and Ryder Cup, as well as high-quality news, instruction and original programming. Delivering unmatched coverage from the world of golf via GOLF Digital, fans can access 24/7 live streaming through the NBC Sports App, as well as complementary coverage via PGA TOUR LIVE on NBC Sports Gold. In addition to these all-encompassing media platforms, NBC Sports connects the world to golf through a wide array of technology and lifestyle services, including: GOLFNOW, the world’s largest online tee time booking platform; GOLF Business Solutions, solving business needs through leading technology, marketing and services; GOLFPASS, an all-in-one digital membership delivering comprehensive benefits tailored to the modern golfer’s lifestyle; Revolution GOLF, the world’s largest direct-to-consumer digital platform in golf, offering best-in-class video instruction and game improvement products; GOLF Advisor, the ultimate digital destination for the traveling golfer, featuring the largest number of user-generated golf course ratings and reviews in the industry; GOLF Academy, a North American network of instructional facilities; and GOLF Am Tour, the world’s largest amateur golf tour. GOLF’s global reach originates from its world headquarters in Orlando, Fla., and extends to its international office in Belfast, Northern Ireland; regional offices across North America, Europe and Australia; and also includes collaborations with Sky Sports and serving as the Official Media Partner of St Andrews Links.
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Golf Pick ‘Em Features Up to $3,000 in Weekly Cash Prizes and the Season-Ending FootJoy $100,000 Championship
Video: Golf Pick ‘Em 101
ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 27, 2019 – NBC Sports today launched its newest free-to-play game – Golf Pick ‘Em – available exclusively on the NBC Sports Predictor games app. Powered by Boom Fantasy, Golf Pick ‘Em will feature two weekly contests with cash prizes and a $100,000 grand prize in the season-ending FootJoy $100,000 Championship in August.
“With the 2019 golf season in full swing, introducing Golf Pick ‘Em to NBC Sports Predictor is a great complement for fans to tune-in and immerse themselves in the competition every week,” said Jon Kropp, GOLF Channel vice president of digital media.
“We believe the FootJoy $100,000 Championship will be an amazing opportunity for golf fans,” said Stephen A. Murphy, chief executive officer of Boom Fantasy. “Over 100,000 Premier League fans have already played on NBC Sports Predictor, and we look forward to providing a great gaming destination for golf fans.”
Golf Pick ‘Em will feature two contests each week – a Thursday through Sunday game and a Sunday-only game, each with $1,500 up for grabs. Starting on Mondays, fans get to pick from six head-to-head matchups, predicting which player will shoot a lower score for that week’s tournament, along with picking a tournament champion and the champion’s final score. For the Sunday-only game, fans get to pick from six head-to-head matchups based on the leaderboard heading into the final round. Top scoring fans from both games each week will earn entry into the season-ending FootJoy $100,000 Championship, a three-week contest in August concluding with the TOUR Championship. When an FJ player wins during the season, the contestants of that week in Golf Pick ‘Em will be entered into a random drawing for a FootJoy prize pack. (Information on scoring, prizing and official rules HERE and within the NBC Sports Predictor app).
GOLF Channel’s editorial team will provide custom content within the NBC Sports Predictor app breaking down the weekly contest matchups.
Golf Pick ‘Em is the second game to be released on the NBC Sports Predictor app. In December, NBC Sports launched the app with the debut of Premier League Pick ‘Em, highlighting five matches during each match week.
Each player must be at least 18 years old. Other restrictions may apply.
Disclaimer: The NBC Sports Predictor Platform and Contests are not in any way affiliated with, or administered or endorsed by Android or Apple.
ABOUT NBC SPORTS GROUP’S GOLF DIVISION
NBC Sports Group’s GOLF division delivers multimedia golf content, technology and services. Anchored by GOLF Channel – co-founded by Arnold Palmer in 1995 – GOLF content is available to nearly 500 million viewers in nine languages across more than 70 countries around the world. GOLF features more live coverage of the sport than all other U.S. networks combined, including global tournament action from the PGA TOUR, LPGA Tour, European Tour, NCAA, THE PLAYERS, The Open, Olympics, Presidents Cup and Ryder Cup, as well as high-quality news, instruction and original programming. Delivering unmatched coverage from the world of golf via GOLF Digital, fans can access 24/7 live streaming through the NBC Sports App, as well as complementary coverage via PGA TOUR LIVE on NBC Sports Gold. In addition to these all-encompassing media platforms, NBC Sports connects the world to golf through a wide array of technology and lifestyle services, including: GOLFNOW, the world’s largest online tee time booking platform; GOLF Business Solutions, solving business needs through leading technology, marketing and services; GOLFPASS, an all-in-one digital membership delivering comprehensive benefits tailored to the modern golfer’s lifestyle; Revolution GOLF, the world’s largest direct-to-consumer digital platform in golf, offering best-in-class video instruction and game improvement products; GOLF Advisor, the ultimate digital destination for the traveling golfer, featuring the largest number of user-generated golf course ratings and reviews in the industry; GOLF Academy, a North American network of instructional facilities; and GOLF Am Tour, the world’s largest amateur golf tour. GOLF’s global reach originates from its world headquarters in Orlando, Fla., and extends to its international office in Belfast, Northern Ireland; regional offices across North America, Europe and Australia; and also includes collaborations with Sky Sports and serving as the Official Media Partner of St Andrews Links.
ABOUT BOOM FANTASY
Boom Fantasy builds and operates best-in-class sports gaming products, including free-to-play apps, real-money fantasy sports games, and sports betting products and intellectual property for strategic partners. Based in New York, the company was founded in 2015 and is comprised of experienced technology and gaming professionals who have previously created top-performing games and built scalable platforms in the social, mobile, and casino gaming industries. The company’s consumer-facing app, Boom Fantasy, was named the Best Fantasy Sports App of 2017 and 2018 by eGaming Review. Boom Fantasy has raised $8 million from top investors and venture capital firms, including Defy Partners, ZhenFund, and Founders Fund.
–NBC Sports Group-
Initial Episode Line-up to Also Include Trio of Young American PGA TOUR
Stars: Koepka (March 11), DeChambeau (March 18) & Finau (March 25)
PREVIEW: Couples recounts obstacles en route to ’92 Masters victory
ORLANDO, Fla. (Feb. 21, 2019) – World Golf Hall of Fame member – and 15-time PGA TOUR winner – Fred Couples will join David Feherty on the season premiere of GOLF Channel’s Emmy-nominated original series, Feherty presented by Farmers Insurance®, on Monday, February 25 at 9 p.m. ET. Part I of a two-part interview with Couples, the premiere will kick off the ninth season of the series that initially debuted in 2011, for which Feherty has earned two Emmy nominations (Outstanding Sports Personality – Studio Host).
Filmed at Twin Dolphin Golf Club in Mexico – a new course that Couples designed – Part I of the episode will feature a wide range of topics, including:
Upcoming Guests on Feherty
Part II of Feherty’s interview with Couples will premiere the following Monday, March 4, at 9 p.m. ET on GOLF Channel. Other upcoming guests (premiering Monday nights at 9 p.m. ET) include:
Described as “golf’s iconoclast,” by Rolling Stone, and “golf’s wisecracking, maverick interviewer,” by Esquire, Feherty’s all-star lineup of golf-enthused and culturally relevant guests feature celebrities from across entertainment, sports and politics. To date, Feherty has sat down with four U.S. Presidents (Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barack Obama and Donald Trump); sports legends Charles Barkley, Nick Saban, Stephen Curry and Bobby Knight; Hollywood icons Matthew McConaughey, Larry David and Samuel L. Jackson; World Golf of Fame members Fred Couples, Nancy Lopez, Jack Nicklaus, Annika Sorenstam, Lee Trevino and Tom Watson; and a host of current golf superstars including Paula Creamer, Jason Day, Rory McIlroy, Phil Mickelson, Jordan Spieth, Justin Thomas and Michelle Wie.
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Media Contact:
Jeff Szklinski
Golf Channel Communications
407-248-3267
Jeff.Szklinski@golfchannel.com
Series On Sale Today at Revolution GOLF and Streamed Free Through GOLFPASS Digital Membership
Hall Shares His Best Strategies and Techniques to Lower Scores
“This is the video series I’ve always wanted to film because it’s all about your game.” – Martin Hall
ORLANDO, Fla. (Feb. 20, 2019) – Acclaimed golf instructor Martin Hall, host of School of Golf on GOLF Channel and a member of the Revolution GOLF teaching faculty, today debuts Build a Better Game Plan, a new video series for sale at Revolution GOLF and streamed for free through GOLFPASS. The new video series culminates Hall’s personal mission to help golfers not only elevate their game but also to improve the art of scoring.
In the four-part series, Hall reveals his secrets for shooting lower scores – all without changing the golf swing. The tips and course management strategies he reveals are easily navigated in a step-by-step guide to better scoring – advice he has wanted to share for years.
“This is the video series I’ve always wanted to film because it’s all about your game,” Hall said. “In the world of golf instruction, we have a tendency to focus a lot on the technical side, which is important but not the only thing that matters. You really need to know and understand the tactics and techniques that work when you’re actually out on the golf course, trying to get that little white thing into the hole.”
Build a Better Game Plan can be viewed via:
In Build a Better Game Plan, Hall provides expert instruction on how to be a “scoring golfer” while having more fun on the golf course, including:
Hall’s award-winning teaching career spans 39 years. Currently, Director of Instruction at The Club at Ibis in West Palm Beach, Fla., Hall has been a golf professional since 1975 and previously competed on the European Tour. A renowned teaching professional, he has taught several players on the PGA TOUR, Champions Tour and LPGA Tour. Consistently named among Golf Digest’s “Top 50 Teachers” and Golf Magazine’s “Top 100 Teachers,” Hall has been named South East Chapter PGA Teacher of the Year, South Florida PGA Teacher of the Year, and PGA National Teacher of the Year, in addition to being awarded master status by the PGA of Great Britain & Ireland.
About Revolution Golf
Revolution GOLF is golf’s largest, direct-to-consumer digital destination, offering nearly 2 million highly-engaged subscribers top-quality video instruction from some of the game’s most highly sought-after coaches, as well as the ability to shop for game-improvement equipment and accessories. Sharing Revolution GOLF’s desire to fuel game improvement is a staff of world-class golf instructors – Sean Foley, Cameron McCormick, Martin Hall, Chris Como, Jim McLean, Martin Chuck and Andrew Rice – equipment experts and fitness trainers. Member-exclusive Revolution GOLF content is available to all GOLFPASS members, including access to a vast library of instructional videos, invitations to special events, free shipping within the U.S. and discounts to Revolution GOLF Schools, featuring one-on-one instruction with members of the Revolution GOLF teaching staff at premium golf destinations.
About GOLFPASS
GOLFPASS is the only comprehensive digital golf membership that delivers exclusive content and comprehensive benefits tailored to the modern golfer’s lifestyle across five pillars – Play, Learn, Watch, Travel and Shop – which are the most frequent ways golfers engage with the sport. Developed in partnership between global golf superstar Rory McIlroy and NBC Sports Group, GOLFPASS is a first-of-its-kind, direct-to-consumer subscription program, which offers opportunities to play more golf, comprehensive tools to improve any golfer’s game, high-quality video content, and enhanced shopping and travel experiences. A GOLFPASS membership – $9.99 per month or $99 per year – is available at www.GOLFPASS.com and via connected TV, iOS and Android apps.
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Media Contact:
Dan Higgins
GOLF Communications
407-355-4018