Jonathan Weiner
The world of golf said goodbye to host of legends and icons in 2021.
The game of golf touches so many and those who contribute to its success come from all over.
The list includes a famous golf-course architect, a key figure in the USGA, Tiger Woods’ coach at Stanford, a pioneer of the game who finally got to participate in the ceremonial Masters tee shot as well as innovators, coaches, and a comedian, as well as golf writers and broadcasters.
As we prepare to turn the calendar to 2022, let’s not forget those who have left their mark on the game.
Lauren Yankee with her motorcycle. Photo courtesy the Lauren Yankee family
Lauren Yankee bought a motorcycle during the pandemic lockdown. Mom said she got that bug from her father, and she worried every time Lauren left the house. Looking back now, Cari Yankee’s heart swells at the memory of how happy that bike made her eldest daughter, how she’d come back beaming from a long ride in the Michigan countryside….
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