What's on eBay? 1968 GGO License Plate

"Vintage 1968 Greensboro, North Carolina (NC) FRONT License Plate, HOME OF GGO"

What's on eBay? 1965 GGO Press Photo

"1965 Press Photo Greensboro NC Tommy Aaron grabbed early lead Bill Martindale"

What's on eBay? 1977 Greater Greensboro Open Decanter

What's on eBay? 60th GGCC Anniversary Watch

What's on eBay? 1935 Sedgefield Inn Postcard

Happy Holidays from Wyndham Championship

1952 Greensboro Jaycee President GROVER C. GODWIN, 94, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2014

1952 Greensboro Jaycee President GROVER C. GODWIN, 94, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2014 after a brief illness and a fulfilled life. A celebration of his life will be held Monday, December 29 at 11 a.m. at St. Francis Episcopal Church with a reception to follow.Grover was born in Williamston and spent his childhood in Williamston and Asheville. He graduated high school from Christ School in Arden, and obtained his business degree from UNC-Chapel Hill, where he was a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. Always a loyal Tarheel fan, he had fun times on trips and games with friends. .In 1941, after graduation from Carolina, he married his special love, Mary Midyette, in Aurora, and they had an especially happy marriage for 52 years until her sudden death in 1994. He enlisted in the Naval Officer Training Corps and served his country as a captain aboard anti-sub ships for three years. When in the reserves, he was called back to duty during the Korean War for two additional years.Upon his return to Greensboro, he opened his insurance business, Godwin Insurance Agency, which he successfully owned for 53 years until his retirement in 1990. He held the professional designation of CPCU and was an underwriting member of Lloyds of London. Ever the leader, he served as President of the NC Association of Mutual Insurance Agents and the Carolina Chapter of the Society of CPCU members.Grover was continually active in many civic organizations and held offices in most of them. He was president of the Greensboro Jaycees, Greensboro Heart Association, Gate City Kiwanis Club and the Young Businessmen's Club. He was a founding and charter member of St. Francis Episcopal Church, where he was active for many years, serving on the vestry and other various committees.He was a member of Starmount Forest Country Club for 65 years, High Meadows Golf and Country Club, the Gate City Kiwanis Club, the GGO Green Coat Club, the Revolution Masonic Lodge, the UNC Rams Club, and the 100 Club. He was truly giving of himself and supported so many other organizations. Upon retirement, he enjoyed golf, being at his home in the mountains, dancing, UNC sports, and being with his friends and family. He always enjoyed his many years at Pamlico Beach with the "crew." He volunteered with Mobile Meals and American Red Cross Blood Center.He is predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Mary Midyette Godwin, and his second wife, Hazel Swann Godwin. Surviving with special memories are his daughter, Beth Godwin Bramhall and her husband, Jim; four grandchildren, Chris Bramhall (Camille) of Greenville, SC, Cory Bramhall of Greensboro, Reid Bramhall of Charlotte, and Amy Summers (Justin) of Greensboro; and his brother, Louis P. Godwin, and Louis' family; two stepchildren, Tom Swann and Gayle Gordon and their families; three great-grandchildren and many friends throughout the years.We will remember our "Big Pop" for his caring soul, knowing how to have fun in whatever you do, teaching us how to work and play hard, but care for others among it all. He lived each "chapter of his life" (as he would say) to its fullest, finding the best of each day. Sweet Grover, we will have you and all you taught us with us always.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Francis Memorial Garden at St. Francis Episcopal Church, 3506 Lawndale Dr., 27408, or a charity of choice.

What's on eBay? Lanny Wadkins Signed Forest Oaks Scorecard

What's on eBay? The First Forty Years

"The First Forty Years Written and edited by Smith Barrier Produced by Harry M. Thomas Published in 1982 by The Greensboro Jaycees and Greater Greensboro Chamber of Commerce. First Edition Green cloth hardcover with raised letters in gilt on spine and GGO logo embossed on front cover and Greensboro Jaycees logo in gilt on front cover. Front end papers have color drawing of the a Forest Oaks Country Club course layout."

What's on ebay? Greater Greensboro Open Ridgeway Desk Clock

"Ridgeway Desk Clock Greater Greensboro Open, 5", Brass Colored"

What's on ebay? 1973 Greater Greensboro Open Champion's Banquet Steins

1973 PGA Greater Greensboro Open Celebrity-Champion's Banquet Beer Mug/Steins

2003 CCG Media Room

Chrysler Classic of Greensboro Practice and 1 Tee

What's on ebay? KGGO Tartan plaid-navy blue,green,red jacket

Men's vintage Kmart GGO tartan plaid rain /wind jacket Brand is Sun Ice Excellent condition-no holes stains or picks.Men's size large.Tartan plaid-navy blue,green,red, Waterproof Gore-Tex fabric,Fully lined, Adjustable Velcro cuffs, Lightly banded waist, Full zip and snap closure, 2 zipper hip pockets,1 Velcro inside pocket,Padded collar,Approximate flat measurements,Length 26.5",Pit to pit 26",Collar to end of sleeve 33"

Wyndham Championship Merchandise Sale

Save big at the Wyndham Championship merchandise sale with discounts on all clothing, hats, novelties and more! PLUS Spend $75 and receive a FREE hat and t-shirt! When: December 2nd & 3rd; 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Where: Wyndham Championship Office 416 Gallimore Dairy Road, Suite M Greensboro, NC 27409

2014 Wyndham Championship wins two awards

The 2014 Wyndham Championship was honored by the PGA TOUR at the TOUR’s Tournament Meetings on Thursday, November 20, earning two awards for “Best Title Sponsor Integration” and “Best Social Media Activation." “On behalf of the PGA TOUR, I am delighted to congratulate the Wyndham Championship for the special recognition it has received with these two awards,” PGA TOUR executive vice-president and chief of operations Andy Pazder said. “The tournament staff should be extremely proud of its hard work and for being recognized as the best among its peers on the TOUR.” For “Best Title Sponsor Integration”, Wyndham created a campaign that created a “last summer vacation” feel, which included a beach, a replica ski lodge equipped with a fire place, skiing simulators and the opportunity for fans to unlock prizes with room keys handed to them at the entrance. Wyndham’s charitable foundation also supported the tournament’s first foray into a Junior Golf Summit, a Birdies for Backpacks program as well as giving support to the local First Tee Chapter. In the category of “Best Social Media Activation”, the Wyndham Championship created a social media plan that engaged and educated fans about the tournament’s 75th anniversary while creating an overarching connection with Wyndham and its family of brands to increase the visibility of the title in the social media community. The plan included an Instagram contest which began seven months in advance to generate buzz and reward one fan per week with a prize from Wyndham. Continuing with the anniversary celebration, the Wyndham Championship released a top tournament moment in history on a daily basis for the corresponding anniversary number which concluded the day prior to play across the tournament’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts. The Wyndham Championship also promoted its social media efforts with signage throughout the course, a tweet patrol and the first twitter vending machines. “What a great honor for both Wyndham Worldwide and our local team to be recognized by the PGA TOUR and the tournaments with these two awards,” Wyndham Championship Tournament Director Mark Brazil said. “We are very fortunate to have Wyndham as our title sponsor and our partner, and the awards are evidence that Wyndham Worldwide is fully committed to making the Wyndham Championship one of the best events on the PGA TOUR.”

2014 Wyndham Championship wins Best Title Sponsor Integration and Best Social Media Activation

"Dear Wyndham Championship Friends, Today is a very exciting day for us. The PGA TOUR recognized the Wyndham Championship with two prestigious awards - Best Title Sponsor Integration and Best Social Media Activation - at their best-in-class dinner last night. These awards are a reflection on the Wyndham Worldwide family and also on the local Wyndham Championship family including our Volunteers, Sponsors, Tournament Committee and Staff. Congratulations! -Mark Brazil"

Chrysler Classic of Greensboro 9th Green

1989 KGGO Champion Ken Green

Ken Green won the 1989 Kmart Greater Greensboro Open earning $180,000. He beat a field that included Greg Norman,Payne Stewart, Curtis Strange, Fred Couples, Davis Love III and Rocco Mediate.

1974 GGO General Chairman Dave Williams

This is a sign from the office of 1974 GGO General Chairman Dave Williams.

Happy Halloween

"Local man with box of candy cigarettes suddenly realizes it is politically incorrect to give them to anyone."

What's on ebay? 1978 Greater Greensboro Golf Tournament Spectator Panorama Original Photo

"1978 Greater Greensboro Golf Tournament Spectator Panorama Original Photo"

1999 Nike Greensboro Open

Shaun Micheel received a check for $40,500.00 for winning the 1999 Nike Greensboro Open

Chris Berman with Jamey Kerr

Chris Berman with Jamey Kerr at the 1999 Greater Greensboro Chrysler Classic Gala.

“We will always have the tournament”

“If we are truly going to study the history of the event, then we must be aware of our place in the timeline. Part of the reason I wanted to start the blog (Greater Greensboro Open Blog) was to connect the current Jaycee membership and leadership with the event’s rich history. I have heard (Jaycee) leaders in the organization make foolish statements like, “We will always have the tournament” and this is simply not true.” Randy Harris January 2005

2002 Golf Rock Logo

What's on ebay? Mens Polo Chrysler Classic of Greensboro Logo Golf Shirt

2007 Wyndham Champion Branndt Snedeker thinks the odds are the PGA TOUR has gay players

"But the PGA Tour remains uncharted territory for homosexuals. While women's golf has had several openly gay players through the years, the men's tour is waiting on its first. And, as Brandt Snedeker said on the upcoming season premiere of Golf Channel's "Feherty," that's probably not because of an absence of gay golfers -- just none willing to make their sexual preference public. "I don't believe that at all," Brandt Snedeker said when host David Feherty remarked the tour doesn't have any gay players. "I don't think a gay golfer is going to be that big of a deal. It's not going to affect my life in any way shape or form." Players on the PGA Tour tend to be conservative in their social beliefs, particularly when factoring in a healthy population of devout Christian players. But Snedeker said he would encourage a gay golfer to come out if he was ready. 'Actually if there is one, I'd welcome him to come out if he's comfortable doing it. I think it's a personal decision they need to make on their own," Snedeker said. "The fact that the tour doesn't have an openly gay player -- I don't know if there is or isn't, but odds are there probably is a gay person on the PGA Tour.'" This excerpt came for "Are there gay players on the PGA Tour? Brandt Snedeker says odds are yes By Sam Weinman" To read the entire article or see the video clip go to: http://www.golfdigest.com/blogs/the-loop/2014/03/are-there-gays-players-on-the-pga-tour-brandt-snedeker-says.html

What's on ebay? 2008 Wyndham Championship Pro-Am Money Clip

What's on ebay? April 7, 1978 GOLF WORLD magazine

Wearing of the Green

1985 Greensboro Jaycee President Sid Stern with 1986 Greensboro Jaycee President Bill Brady. The two were seen at a recent 60th birthday party for some of their Jaycee friends.

What's on ebay? 1974 GGO Decanter Postcard

What's on ebay? 1988 Greater Greensboro Open Tom Watson Press Photo

What's on ebay? 1972 GGO Greater Greensboro Open Decanter Stopper ONLY

What's on ebay? 1998 Greater Greensboro Chrysler Classic 60th Anniversary Metal Golf Bag Tag

2013 Wyndham Championship winner Patrick Reed

The ggoblogger with 2013 Wyndham Championship winner Patrick Reed. The ggoglogger is smiling because he is taking a selfie with the 2013 Wyndham Champion Patrick Reed and Redd is smiling because he was just handed a check for $954,000.

1975 Miss GGO Cecily Smith

1995 KGGO Celebrity Pro-Am

Padraig Harrington signing autographs at the 2013 Wyndham Championship

2013 Wyndham Championship Si Woo Kim

Troy Merritt

What's on ebay? 1948 Sedgefield Inn 9th Hole Golf Course Post Card

1997 GGCC Champion Frank Nobilo

ggoblogger with 1997 GGCC Champion Frank Nobilo

What's on ebay? 1980 GGO Print

"This is a framed print copyright 1980 by the LithOriginal Publishing Co. of Greensboro, NC., and measures 26x19 inches. It features the Champions of the Greater Greensboro PGA Golf Tournament at Forest Oaks Country Club in Greensboro, NC. It is in very nice condition."

What's on ebay? CCG Logo Golf Ball Marker

"CHRYSLER CLASSIC GREENSBORO Logo Golf Ball Marker Coin Hat Cap Clip"

What's on ebay? Dow Finsterwald in at the 1962 Greater Greensboro Open

CCG Logo