Sam Snead's Badge Collection

In 2004, the ggoblogger had an opportunity to travel up to Sam Snead's home and look at part of his private collection. This is a photo from that trip. I love the fact he displayed his Greater Greensboro Chrysler Classic badge along side his Masters badge. Check out the McDonald's badge at the bottom right handed side. With that badge he could eat free at McDonald for life.

Wyndham Championship winner Sergio Garcia will play 2013 Wyndham Championship

2012 Wyndham Championship winner Sergio Garcia will return to Sedgefield Country Club in August to defend his Wyndham title. Garcia took a one-shot lead into the final round of last year’s Wyndham and won by two shots over Tim Clark shooting a 4-under 66 in the final round; it was his first win on TOUR since the 2008 PLAYERS Championship. Garcia is currently 15th in the Official World Golf Rankings and 55th in the FedExCup point standings. The eight-time PGA TOUR winner will be making his fifth Wyndham Championship appearance. “I am really happy to defend my title at the Wyndham Championship in August,” Garcia said. “I have always enjoyed playing at Sedgefield from my days as an amateur. Wyndham has done a great job over the years putting together a great event, and the fans have made it a great week every time I have played there.” “Having Sergio back to defend his title is a huge deal for the Wyndham Championship,” tournament director Mark Brazil said. “Sergio is one of the biggest draws in professional golf so his decision to defend his title is a testament to how much he likes our event and Sedgefield. We are thrilled that Sergio would commit this early setting the stage for another great Wyndham field.”

KGGO Vanity License Plate

Check out the ggoblogger's old school KGGO license plate.

What's on ebay? 1972 Greater Greensboro Open Decanter

Zach Johnson, Lucas Glover and Stewart Cink to play 2013 Wyndham Championship

Three former major championship winners, Zach Johnson, Lucas Glover and Stewart Cink, have joined the Wyndham Championship field. The 74th annual Wyndham Championship is set for Aug. 12-18, 2013.

Tropical Wear Contest Returns

Fans attending the 2013 Wyndham Championship will have a chance to win a vacation from Wyndham by dressing in their best tropical wear to win the second-annual Wyndham Championship Tropical Wear Contest on Saturday, Aug. 17. Tropical wear such as beach hats, sandals, Hawaiian shirts, shorts, skirts, grass skirts, sarongs, cover-ups, scuba gear, etc. are examples of acceptable contest attire. Thong bikinis and other clothing that is not widely considered family friendly will not be eligible for the contest. Margaritaville at the Wyndham Championship will play host for the contest to be held promptly at 4 p.m. First place will receive a seven-night Wyndham stay from a Resort Condominiums International-affiliated resort. Second place will receive a three-night stay at a Club Wyndham Plus Vacation Resort, and third place will receive a two-night stay at the Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort at Bonnet Creek.

Padraig Harrington to play Wyndham Championship

Padraig Harrington, a three-time major championship winner, will play the 2013 Wyndham Championship. He is a native and resident of Ireland and a five-time PGA TOUR winner and a 16-time international winner. He finished tied for 47th in the 2011 Wyndham, his only other appearance here. He is currently 75th in the Official World Golf Rankings and 118th in the FedExCup point standings.

What's on ebay? 1977 GGO Decanter

"Collectible liquor decanter commemorating the 40th anniversary of the PGA Tour Greater Greensboro Open golf tournament in 1977."

Davis Love III and Carl Pettersson to play 2013 Wyndham Championship

Wyndham Championship winners Davis Love III and Carl Pettersson have made their plans to play the Wyndham Championship is set for Aug. 12-18, 2013. These players join a field that also includes early commitments from defending champion Sergio Garcia and 2007 Wyndham winner Brandt Snedeker as well as 2011 Wyndham winner and 2012 U.S. Open champion Webb Simpson. Pettersson won the Wyndham Championship in 2008, the first year the tournament was played at Sedgefield Country Club after a 31-year hiatus. He is 46th in the Official World Golf Rankings and 101st in the current FedExCup point standings. Pettersson is the tournament’s all-time leading money winner earning $1,687, 814 in his 10 previous Wyndham appearances. The NC State alumnus is a former Greensboro resident and an alumnus of Grimsley High School. He has five-career PGA TOUR wins. Love is a 20-time PGA TOUR winner, and that number includes two wins here – in 1992 and 2006. Only the legendary Sam Snead, who won eight tournaments here, has more wins in this event than Love. In his 18 previous Wyndham Championship appearances, the University of North Carolina alumnus has won $1,541,256 placing him third on the tournament’s all-time money-winners list. Love has represented United States in the Ryder Cup as the coach last year and six times as a player. He has played in six President’s Cups, five World Cups, one Walker Cup and one Dunhill Cup. He also won the 1997 PGA Championship.

1988 Greater Greensboro Open

What's on ebay? GGO Print Signed by Arthur Sarnoff

"Wood Frame Matted Print Signed Arthur Sarnoff. Wonderfully illustrated print of the Greater Greensboro Open Golf Tournament, surrounded by the beautiful Sedgefield Inn. Spectators looking on as Gary Player (well known for his black attire), attempting his putt at the 18th hole. Unsure, but I do believe this to be a lithograph print, however I am unwilling to tear the back off to determine so. Research shows this to be a print of an original painting "SEDGEFIELD" as commissioned for "The Greater Greensboro Open", I believe to be illustrating the 1970 golf tournament. This framed print measures 22 3/4" x 17", original paper backing remains attached, as well as the wire for hanging. Condition of this piece is great, with little to no fading of the very colorful print, colors remaining vibrant. Condition issues to be noted; wood frame has some scratches present, but is sturdy with joints remaining tight. Minimal yellowing around the white matted edges. Original paper backing also remains attached, with few stains, tears, some areas around the edges where it has pulled loose. Glass / Plexiglass is clear, free of any cracks or breaks."

What's on ebay? 2011 Wyndham flag

"Here we have a beautiful 2011 Wyndham flag authentically signed by 52 Golfers including Arnold Palmer, Justin Leonard, and VJ Singh. The signature is JSA certified and is guaranteed to be authentic."

Owen Covington reports on Wyndham Championship

"The golf tournament was a charitable organization masquerading as a golf tournament," said Maginnes, now a golf analyst with SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio. "Now it's a business masquerading as a golf tournament, and a charitable entity." This excerpt was taken from an article written by Owen Covington for the The Business Journal entitled Wyndham Championship has become 'regional party of the year' to read the entire article go to the following link: http://www.bizjournals.com/triad/news/2013/07/16/building-on-relationships-wyndham.html?page=all

Margaritaville at Wyndham Championship

Margaritaville at the Wyndham will be located between the first hole and the clubhouse on the large covered deck that was the Wyndham Boardwalk last year and will be open for the duration of the tournament. At Margaritaville at the Wyndham, fans will be serenaded by Margaritaville’s island-inspired music on Radio Margaritaville as they enjoy an ice cold Landshark Lager, a cool concoction or a Cheeseburger in Paradise. Margaritaville at the Wyndham will also feature live music Tuesday through Sunday afternoons after play has cleared from the first hole. “Margaritaville at the Wyndham really takes our fan amenities to a new level,” Wyndham Championship tournament director Mark Brazil said. “Wyndham’s “Escape to the Wyndham” ad campaign was named the PGA TOUR’s best last year; the Wyndham beach next to the 15th green is back this year. The tropical entrance and leis to spectators as they arrive will return this year, and Margaritaville at the Wyndham truly activates our tropical vacation-themed campaign like nothing else we have done. We are expecting some huge crowds around this venue especially late in the day when play is complete, and we have live music. I can’t wait to see this thing come to life; it should be a lot of fun.” Some of the prizes at Wyndham’s “Key to Wyn” location will be Margaritaville merchandise, and fans will also be able to purchase Margaritaville products through an online retail kiosk located inside the Margaritaville at the Wyndham location. Come Monday, after the tournament is complete, fans will return to their day-to-day lives with memories of the tropics courtesy of Margaritaville at the Wyndham.

What's on ebay? KGGO MENS IZOD CLUB POLO SHIRT

"MENS IZOD CLUB POLO SHIRT SIZE XXL KGGO"

Trevor Immelman

Trevor Immelman takes a moment to speak to Kelly Marks at the 2010 Wyndham Championship.

Webb Simpson and Brandt Snedeker will play 2013 Wyndham Championship

Wyndham Championship winners Webb Simpson and Brandt Snedeker will return to Sedgefield Country Club next month to play the Wyndham Championship. Simpson and Snedeker join reigning champion Sergio Garcia in the tournament field that will now develop rapidly with less than five weeks remaining until tournament week. Simpson is the 2012 U.S. Open Champion. A Raleigh native and Wake Forest University alumnus, he won his first PGA TOUR event at the Wyndham in 2011 and finished tied for eighth in 2010. Simpson is currently 12th in the FedExCup point standings and 19th in the Official World Golf Rankings. The three-time PGA TOUR winner will be making his fifth consecutive Wyndham Championship appearance; he is 10th in the Wyndham Championship’s all-time money-winner standings with $1,127,073 in tournament winnings. Snedeker is third in the current FedExCup point standings and seventh in the Official World Golf Rankings. The reigning FedExCup Champion, Snedeker will be making his seventh-consecutive appearance in the Wyndham Championship where he is seventh on the tournament’s all-time money-winners list with $1,262,759. Snedeker won the Wyndham in 2007, the first with Wyndham Worldwide as the title sponsor and has two additional top-10 finishes here. The Vanderbilt University alumnus is a five-time PGA TOUR winner; he won the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am earlier this year. “Having two of our past champions commit to the Wyndham Championship field so early is big news for us,” Wyndham Championship tournament director Mark Brazil said. “Webb won the U.S. Open last year, Brandt won the FedExCup last year, and both of them are top 20 in the world. That’s pretty impressive, and I know North Carolina golf fans will be excited to learn they’ll both be playing the Wyndham again this year.”

1967 GGO Press Parking Permit

1976 GGO Contestant Parking Pass

This 1967 Greater Greensboro Open contestant parking pass was used by Marvin "Skeeter" Francis.His name is spelled wrong on the permit.

1969 GGO Contestant Parking Pass

GGCC Logo

GGCC Caddie Bibs

1997 GGCC Chairman's Mug

Green Coat Club circa 1975

1985 Greater Greensboro Open Garment Bag

What's on ebay? 1971 GGO Lee Trevino Press Photo

Cadillac returns to the Wyndham Championship as official vehicle

Cadillac will return to the Wyndham Championship as its official vehicle. Cadillac will provide PGA TOUR player courtesy cars as well as vehicles for tournament operations and tournament officials during the upcoming Wyndham Championship PGA TOUR event. Cadillac will be the tournament’s official vehicle for the second-consecutive year; prior to 2012, the luxury brand from General Motors was last the tournament’s official car in 2008. The premium car brand will also have vehicles on display at Sedgefield Country Club during the tournament as well as a hospitality venue at the 10th green. “There is no better automotive brand to have associated with a PGA TOUR event than Cadillac,” tournament director Mark Brazil said. “We are proud that Cadillac has chosen to continue its partnership with the Wyndham Championship, and we hope they will be with us for a very long time. We sincerely appreciate Bill Black, Don Flow and all of the other Piedmont Triad Cadillac dealers for all of the assistance they provided in making this sponsorship possible.” Cadillac has been a leading luxury auto brand since 1902. In recent years, Cadillac has engineered a historic renaissance led by artful engineering and advanced technology. This year Cadillac added two vehicles to its portfolio. The 2013 Cadillac XTS is a full size luxury sedan that introduces the CUE infotainment system, a comprehensive in-vehicle experience that is one-part driver interface and one-part entertainment system. The 2013 Cadillac ATS is an all-new compact luxury sport sedan that’s as nimble and exhilarating as it is luxurious and technologically advanced. Both vehicles will be in display at the tournament.