I just read your story on Peter Broome (“Resolute voice,” August 11, GGP) and wanted to send my thanks for highlighting him and his story in golf and with ALS so beautifully. Seth Waugh’s quotes in your story are spot on – Peter is approaching this bravely and gracefully, and his example has taught me a great lesson in being a strong and genuine person.
Your story also highlighted a lot of details I didn’t know about ALS. The world of golf will rally around Peter and I have no doubt The Bridge Foundation will thrive. Please keep GGP readers aware of this as opportunities to help arise.
Andrew Biggadike
Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey
While it was difficult to read from an emotional standpoint, I’m so glad that you wrote this article on Peter Broome (“Resolute voice,” August 11, GGP).
The article was outstanding! The things that you did such a great job of highlighting included his positive attitude, how much he’s respected in the industry and how important his family is to him. I honestly had to stop reading a couple of times just to regroup. That’s the sign of some great writing. Way to go!
Thanks for helping spread the word.
Tony Pancake
Carmel, Indiana
Tony Pancake is the PGA director of golf at Crooked Stick Golf Club.
Fantastic article (“Resolute voice,” August 11, GGP)! Peter Broome is an incredible man and has had such an impact on the game of golf. His position with ALS does not surprise me as he is always looking to help others. We became friends through Titleist and he has been a tremendous influence on my career.
Thank you so much for writing this article. I am sure it will help move the needle on this terrible disease.
Bill Stines
Linville, North Carolina
Bill Stines is the PGA director of golf at Linville Golf Club.
Bravo on balancing tragic circumstances with goodwill and inspiration, as well as celebrating a life well lived and a man much loved in such a lasting way (“Resolute voice,” August 11, GGP).
George Sine
Spring Island, South Carolina
George Sine is an Acushnet Co. executive vice president.
Thank you for the article on Peter Broome (“Resolute voice,” August 11, GGP). I’ve known Peter for over 30 years. You articulated his love and passion for the business and the game of golf very well. He is class personified.
Gene Mattare
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Gene Mattare is the PGA golf professional emeritus at Saucon Valley Country Club.
Great article on Peter Broome (“Resolute voice,” August 11, GGP). If there is an Emmy for writing, it should win one! Thank you!
Mike Elliott
Pinehurst, North Carolina
Mike Elliott is the president of apparel maker Tharanco Lifestyles’ golf division.
Just read your article about turning the PGA Tour's end-of-season tournaments into an actual playoff (“Divot: Fix it already,” August 11, GGP). I love it! Playoff has always felt like a misnomer but this would definitely be an improvement.
The Wyndham wasn’t used that way so it’s hard to model that round, but in addition to the playoff for the title in Memphis there would have been a four-for-one playoff to get into next week. Seeing who progresses is one of the interesting story lines. Jordan Spieth was hovering near that line all tournament, but in the current format you can’t really tell. And given the plums that come along with top 50 now, getting into next week is huge.
Thank you for the article.
Kevin Conway
Groton, Connecticut
AMEN! (“Divot: Fix it already,” August 11, GGP) Sports are falling into that Little League model. Everybody gets a trophy for participating. In 1967 we lost the pennant by one game to the Red Sox. Over 162 games they won one more game than we did. They went to the World Series. We went to our offseason jobs. As it should be.
Jim Kaat
Manchester, Vermont
Jim Kaat is a Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher who went 16-13 for the 1967 Minnesota Twins
I would like to see this format for the playoffs (“Divot: Fix it already,” August 11, GGP): the top 70 players from the season-long FedEx Cup points list play the St. Jude; the top 50 low finishers advance to the BMW Championship. At the completion of the BMW, add the final scores from the St. Jude to the final scores from the BMW Championship and the low 30 players advance to the Tour Championship. At the end of the Tour Championship the lowest total score of all three playoff events wins the FedEx Cup. This finds a true winner of a true playoff series.
This also means everyone will play every event. If you don’t play well enough to make the top 70, you’re out. If you don’t play well enough to make the top 50, you’re out. Etc. Etc.
Steve Norris
Indianapolis, Indiana
Excellent article and suggestions (“Divot: Fix it already,” August 11, GGP). I support it 100 percent. Now, if only common sense will enter the room for those having the power to make the changes.
Stuart R. Kennedy
Kalamazoo, Michigan
I don’t know if you came up with the playoff alternative for the FedEx Cup (“Divot: Fix it already,” August 11, GGP), but that’s brilliant and spot on. No more “silly season” after the last major. Great article.
Rob King
Savannah, Georgia
It’s not perfect, but it also makes the season important (“Divot: Fix it already,” August 11, GGP). Rory got a bye. And it was plenty exciting [at the FedEx St. Jude Championship] watching the 50 line. Working pretty well in my opinion.
Marty Smith
Collierville, Tennessee
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