Monday, December 31, 2012

What's on ebay? GGCC Tommy Hilfiger Mens Golf Sweater

"New with tags: A brand-new, unused, and unworn item (including handmade items) in the original packaging (such as the original box or bag) and/or with the original tags attached."

Sunday, December 30, 2012

Escape to the Wyndham Advertising Campaign Wins Award

The 2012 Wyndham Championship hosted a “Tropical Wear Contest” at the Wyndham Boardwalk in conjunction with local radio stations Rock 92 and 107.5 WKZL.
The Wyndham Championship’s “Escape to the Wyndham” advertising campaign has been named the PGA TOUR’s best of 2012. The PGA TOUR“Best Of” awards were presented in Palm Springs, Calif. during the final evening of the PGA TOUR’s annual tournament meetings. The Wyndham Championship was a finalist in three of the 12 categories. The other finalist categories were “Most Fan-Friendly Event” and “Best Title Sponsor Integration.”

Saturday, December 29, 2012

What's on ebay? Tommy Hilfiger Golf Polo Greater Greensboro Classic Chrysler Size Large

"Tommy Hilfiger Golf Polo Greater Greensboro Classic Chrysler Size Large"

What's on ebay? CCG Greensboro Bats Commemorative Game Ticket

"Greensboro Bats Commemorative Game Ticket Commemorative Game Ticket from last game played at War Memorial Stadium Greensboro, NC.Team moved to new downtown stadium in 2005.Greensboro Bats have since changed names to the Greensboro Grasshoppers. Game was against the Savannah Sand Gnats on Sunday, August 29, 2004.Tickets were individually numbered and this ticket is #2956.Ticket measures 5 1/2" tall by 2" wide.Ticket comes with display acrylic display case."

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

What's on ebay? KGGO Watch

"One super looking watch. This watch comes from the Greater Greensboro Open that Kmart sponsored. The watch has never been worn and comes in the original case and has the instructions with it.The watch also has an indiglo light on it that illuminates the face when you push on the button on the left side.It is water resistant to 90 feet. It also has a slide rule that you can use to check speed,distance,time and fuel consumption.

Sunday, December 16, 2012

2012 Wyndham Championship

Shirley and former North Carolina Supreme Court Chief Justice Henry Frye served as honorary co-chairman for the 2012 Wyndham Championship.

What's on ebay? 1972 GGO Decanter Brochure

What's on ebay? 1973 Press Photo Chi Chi Rodriguez wins Greensboro Open

"1973 Press Photo Puerto Rico's Chi Chi Rodriguez wins Greensboro Open"

2012 Wyndham Championship

Greensboro News and Record sports reporter Ed Hardin shares a moment with Irwin Smallwood in front of the Irwin Smallwood Media Center at the 2012 Wyndham Championship.

2011 Wyndham Championship

Tommy "Two Gloves" Gainey at the 2011 Wyndham Championship

Saturday, December 15, 2012

2011 Wyndham Championship

Padraig Harrington at the 2011 Wyndham Championship

Monday, December 10, 2012

“Escape to the Wyndham” advertising campaign named PGA TOUR’s best of 2012

The Wyndham Championship’s “Escape to the Wyndham” advertising campaign has been named the PGA TOUR’s best of 2012. The PGA TOUR“Best Of” awards were presented last night in Palm Springs, Calif. The other finalist categories were “Most Fan-Friendly Event” and “Best Title Sponsor Integration.” “This prestigious award is a tremendous honor for the Wyndham Championship, and it is truly the result of a team effort,” tournament director Mark Brazil said. “We accept this award on behalf of Wyndham Worldwide, Wilson McGuire Creative and the Wyndham Championship team including our 1,600 dedicated volunteers. Building Wyndham’s vacation theme around Webb and promoting our PGA TOUR event was a lot of fun. We are extremely proud of this accomplishment, and we thank the PGA TOUR for recognizing our efforts.” “Escape to the Wyndham” appeared in such locations as billboards, airport and hotel graphics,posters at local businesses, street signage as well as both print and electronic advertising. Upon arrival at Sedgefield Country Club’s palm tree-lined entrance, fans received leis and visited such vacation-themed locations as the Wyndham Beach, a professional sand sculpting display, the Wyndham Boardwalk andTiki Huts serving as information kiosks staffed by Wyndham Worldwide concierge personnel in tropical attire. In addition, the tournament hosted a “Tropical Wear Contest” at the Wyndham Boardwalk in conjunction with local radio stations Rock 92 and 107.5 WKZL, and golf carts driven by key tournament personnel were adorned with a tropical-theme wrap. “Escape to the Wyndham” activation was led by the Wyndham Worldwide marketing team.

Sunday, December 09, 2012

Andres Gonzales

Andres Gonzales at the 2011 Wyndham Championship

What's on ebay? 1973 GGO Decanter

2011 Wyndham Championship

Jim Furyk and Lucas Glover share a moment before teeing off at the Wednesday Pro Am for the 2011 Wyndham Championship.

Wednesday, December 05, 2012

What's on ebay? 1973 GGO Doug Sanders

"You are bidding on an original press photo from 1973 featuring MAR 31 1973, APR 1 1973 Sanders Practices Putting in the Rain--Doug Sanders, tied for third place in the Greensboro Open, practices his putting today from the she shelter of an umbrella held by Greensboro hostess Pat Pope after the third round was postponed because of the rain. 1973 Credit: AP Wirephoto . Photo is 8” x 11” in size."

Sunday, December 02, 2012

What's on ebay? KGGO Tee Marker

"Up for auction is a Tee Marker from The Kmart Greater Greensboro Open . It weighs just over 4 lbs. measures 6 3/4" long x 3 1/2 " wide & just under 5 " tall."

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Nike Greensboro Open Work Truck

At the Greater Greensboro Open Blog the ggoblogger covers all things Wyndham Championship and like I say in the masthead "and occasionally the Nike Greensboro Open". The ggoblogger was running late for a dentist appointment the other day when he spotted the rarest of all Nike Greensboro Open memorabilia, the NGO Work Truck. Long before he became the 2012 Wyndham Championship General Chairman, Mike Barber was the 1999 Nike Greensboro Open General Chairman. That sister tournament to the then Greater Greensboro Chrysler Classic, did not have the massive fleet of service vehicles that are seen at work each year at the tournament. The Nike Greensboro Open had this old white pickup truck. I emailed Mike and asked him if he still owned it and he said yes. He also wrote back, "She still purrs like a kitten that smoked three packs a day".

Monday, November 26, 2012

Anthony Kim

Anthony Kim at 2011 Wyndham Championship.

Monday, November 19, 2012

What's on ebay? 1971 GGO Ticket

"Complete unused 1971 GGO ticket for Friday, April 2nd. Ticket is creased just below the date. Original backing still in place."

Saturday, November 17, 2012

What's on ebay? 1940 Sedgefield Post Card

What's on ebay? Ladies GGCC Logo Golf Shirt

"ladies golf casual sport polo shirt Pre-Owned, Excellent Condition, like new. Greater Greensboro Chrysler Classic logo on the chest. Short sleeve, 3 buttons. IZOD CLUB Brand: Izod Club Size: Ladies - L Actual Measurements: (laying flat)armpit to armpit 22" shoulder to shoulder 17"sleeve, shoulder seam to cuff 7" top of back collar to bottom of tail 25" Color: White with Dark Blue & Tan trim Logo: Gold, Gold glitter, Dark Blue, & Red Pattern: Solid with raised knit vertical stripe with small squares. Trim on collar & cuffs. Cuffs: Banded Fabric: 100% Cotton Condition: Excellent, like new"

Monday, November 12, 2012

What's on ebay? 1970 25th Annual National Blind Golfers Championship

"Vintage Golf Program that has been autographed by Legendary Golfer Jack Nicklaus. This program is dated September 25-27, 1970 Greensboro, North Carolina. The 25th Annual National Blind Golfers Championship. Front Cover of Program is Personalized "To John Good Luck Jack Nicklaus." Super Nice Signature!"

Saturday, November 10, 2012

What's on ebay? 1973 GGO Decanter

"Vintage Ezra Brooks 12 year old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Greater Greensboro Open Decanter; Golfer ready to tee off. Check out the concentration on his face, the driver and the shoes! In excellent condition; no chips or cracks. Approx. 14" by 7" by 4". Cork has been replaced."