St. Augustine, Fla. (February 14, 2007) – The World Golf Hall of Fame will soon add to its featured special exhibit, "Gary Player: A Global Journey," with newly acquired items from Player’s 50th Masters Tournament in April. With the new items in place, the special exhibit at the Hall of Fame will be extended through Fall 2007.
Upon competing in his 50th Masters Tournament in Augusta, Ga., World Golf Hall of Fame Global Ambassador Gary Player has agreed to lend the Hall of Fame items of clothing, hats and gloves worn throughout the competition, as well as golf balls and a 50th anniversary custom-made golf bag that is being designed by Callaway Golf.
"As a three-time Masters champion and one of only two golfers to play in the major 50 times, Gary’s connection to The Masters, Augusta National and the rich history it represents is a significant part of his legacy," said Jack Peter, the Hall’s Sr. Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. "On behalf of the fans of the game and the guests of the Hall of Fame, we are grateful for his willingness to share these items of historical significance. His exhibit has been extremely well-received since we opened it last year and we look forward to continuing to tell his story."
"Gary Player: A Global Journey" tells the story of the world’s most traveled athlete and explores the impact he has had on the game and beyond through a comprehensive collection of personal memorabilia, historic artifacts, images and video. The exhibit showcases a variety of themed areas representing Player’s life on and off the course including The Grand Slam, The World Stage, The Knight’s Shining Armor and The Legend of the Black Knight.
"Gary Player: A Global Journey" will be on display at the World Golf Hall of Fame through the remainder of 2007 and is part of the museum’s general admission. Admission to the World Golf Hall of Fame is $17 for adults with discounts for military, seniors and students. For more information on "Gary Player: A Global Journey" or the World Golf Hall of Fame, call 904-940-4123 or visit www.wgv.com.
About the World Golf Hall of Fame
World Golf Hall of Fame, located in St. Augustine, Fla., is the ultimate destination for the celebration and recognition of golf’s greatest players and contributors and an inspiration to golfers and fans throughout the world. A collaboration of 26 national and international golf organizations support the Hall of Fame, including the PGA TOUR, LPGA, USGA, PGA of America and The R&A. The museum houses interactive exhibits and historic and personal artifacts that tell the stories of its members and the game of golf. Adjacent is the World Golf Hall of Fame IMAX® Theater. For more information, visit www.wgv.com.
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As sole founding partner of World Golf Hall of Fame, The First Tee and World Golf Village, Shell Oil Company provides financial support and plays the lead role in charitable initiatives aimed at introducing golf to young people, and through the golf experience promotes scholastic achievement, community service and those values intrinsic to the game of golf: honesty, integrity and sportsmanship.
Contact:
Peyton Taylor
904-940-4059
ptaylor@wghof.org
www.wgv.com
