Colonial - The Tournament, 1946-2006: 60 Years of Greatness
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Author Description
A decade by decade review of the second oldest tournament on the PGA Tour, this guide explores Colonial, in Fort Worth, Texas, as the home course of Ben Hogan, which has held the nickname "Hogan's Alley" for many years--due in part to his five championships on this course.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book chronicles six decades of the Colonial National Invitation golf tournament, from 1946 to 2006. The narrative focuses on the tournament's history, its significance as the second oldest on the PGA Tour, and its deep connection to golf legend Ben Hogan, who earned the nickname "Hogan's Alley" due to his five victories on the course.
THE SCOPE MAP
- A decade-by-decade review of the Colonial National Invitation tournament.
- Exploration of the tournament's history and its place in PGA Tour legacy.
- Focus on Ben Hogan's connection to the Colonial Country Club and his five championships.
- Details on the nickname "Hogan's Alley" and its origins.
- Coverage spanning 60 years of golf history at Colonial.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
This historical overview of the Colonial National Invitation golf tournament is presented as a comprehensive review of its six-decade legacy. The book highlights the tournament's status as the second oldest on the PGA Tour and its strong association with golf icon Ben Hogan. The narrative emphasizes Hogan's five victories at the course, which led to its enduring nickname, "Hogan's Alley."
Page Count:
200
Publication Date:
2006-05-01
Publisher:
Intermedia Publishing Services
ISBN-10:
1933415304
ISBN-13:
9781933415307
Sports
Non-Fiction
History
Golf
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