Tennessee Pros Earn Cup Matches Victory

As first reported by the Tennessee Section of the PGA of America

Professionals Earn Victory at 42nd Annual Challenge Cup Matches
Presented By: Suntrust Bank
 
Franklin, TN - The Tennessee PGA Professionals led the 42nd Annual matches wire to wire after jumping out to an early 5 to 3 lead after the Saturday morning Foursomes Matches. The afternoon’s Four-Ball Matches again went in favor of the Professionals heading into the final round of matches. The Singles Matches held the most interest as both teams set out to claim the John Deal Cup which is named after the individual from Old Hickory, TN who fostered the creation of these matches. In the end, the professionals earned the necessary seven points plus another 2 points to take the “Cup” back by a margin of 18 ½ to 13 ½ points.
 
Each year, the winning captain chooses an outstanding member of the team who embodies the enduring spirit and winning tradition of the late Bobby Nichols, PGA, who participated in the first forty Cup Matches. This year’s recipient was former Tennessee Tech player and now Head Golf Professional at The Wee Course at Williams Creek (Knoxville), Scott Masters, PGA. Former winners include Randy Helton, PGA (Shelbyville), Jeff Golliher (Knoxville).

These matches symbolically represent the relationship that exists between the Tennessee PGA (professional body) and the Tennessee Golf Association (amateur body). The top sixteen players, as identified by each association after a year long points race, earn the right to represent their association in these spirited matches. Congratulations to all the players who earned their place in history and for a wonderful weekend of golf. The match standings after 42 years are Professionals 27 and Amateurs 15.
 
Many thanks to SunTrust Bank for their continued support of the unique event. Additionally, we thank Gentleman Jack whiskey and Fairway & Greene apparel for their support of golf in Tennessee.
 
Match Results CLICK HERE
 
Photos CLICK HERE
 
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