Author: Keegan Rush

I am the Co-Founder of Almost Average Golf and Blue Pack Marketing. I am originally from Little Washington, NC and despite being bad at golf myself, love to watch good golfers and social media golfers alike. My writing has been nationally syndicated for Bleacher Report, Yardbarker and MSN.

Grayson Murray, a rising star on the PGA Tour, has tragically passed away at the age of 30. The news of his untimely demise has sent shockwaves through the golfing community, leaving fans and fellow professionals alike in a state of profound grief and disbelief. “We were devastated to learn – and are heartbroken to share – that PGA Tour player Grayson Murray passed away this morning. I am at a loss for words,” Commissioner Jay Monahan said in announcing the news. “The PGA TOUR is a family, and when you lose a member of your family, you are never…

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Scottie Scheffler was arrested in a bizarre incident involving Detective Bryan Gillis while attempting to enter Valhalla Golf Club. According to the police report, Scheffler was trying to surpass a traffic stop caused by a fatal shuttle bus accident and allegedly disregarded Gillis’s traffic signals. The officer claimed that Scottie Scheffler’s vehicle dragged him, leading to charges of second-degree assault of a police officer, third-degree criminal mischief, reckless driving, and disregarding traffic signals. Despite these charges, Scheffler and his attorney, Steve Romines, maintain that the incident was a significant misunderstanding and that Scheffler “did nothing wrong.” The core of the…

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Jordan Spieth, the former world number one and three-time major champion, has been a prominent figure in the world of golf for over a decade. In recent weeks, he has found himself at the center of a controversy surrounding the ongoing negotiations between the PGA Tour and the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF). Spieth’s statements regarding the pace and progress of these talks have drawn criticism from fellow professionals and former PGA Tour Policy Board members, including Rory McIlroy and Jimmy Dunne, who have accused him of pushing a narrative that contradicts their understanding of the situation. Jordan Spieth’s statements…

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Tracy Phillips’ story is not the usual comeback and second chance tale that often captures the imagination and hearts of sports fans. It stands out as a remarkable narrative of resilience, passion, and the undying love for the game of golf. At 61, Tracy Phillips seized an extraordinary opportunity to reignite his golf career by playing alongside the very legends he once admired from afar. The opportunity came when he qualified for the 2024 PGA Championship, the first major of his career. Tracy Phillips began his golfing career with great promise, emerging as a notable talent in the amateur circuit.…

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In a big move, Elon Musk’s X, formerly known as Twitter, has teamed up with the PGA Tour to bring live golf highlights and videos to the social media platform. This new partnership, revealed by X CEO Linda Yaccarino, is a big step for the social network in its goal of becoming a major player in sports video content. It’s all part of the company’s strategy to take advantage of the changing landscape of media consumption as more and more people move away from traditional TV and cable. This isn’t the first time X and the PGA Tour have worked…

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Jon Rahm, the Spanish golf star, has made headlines again. This time, it’s for his amazing rise to become the second-highest-paid athlete in the world, according to the latest Forbes list. The 29-year-old’s decision to join the controversial LIV Golf league in December 2023 has paid off big time, with his total earnings reaching an estimated (yet astonishing) $218 million over the past year. Jon Rahm’s move to LIV Golf didn’t go over well with everyone. He’d said he’d stay with the PGA Tour, no matter what the Saudi-backed league offered. However, the reported $350 million contract was just too…

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Delta Airlines recently found itself at the center of a social media storm after the East Tennessee State University (ETSU) golf team posted a video exposing the mishandling of their golf equipment by airline employees. The ETSU golf team, known for its competitive spirit and recent successes, was en route to the NCAA Championships in Carlsbad, California, when they encountered an incident that could have jeopardized their performance.  The team, coming off a strong second-place finish at the NCAA Chapel Hill Regionals in North Carolina, was hopeful and excited as they boarded their flight to California. However, their journey took…

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The countdown is on to the next men’s major of 2024, the US Open. The excitement is building as players from the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and LIV Golf, as well as many amateurs, are competing for a spot at Pinehurst No. 2 in the Village of Pinehurst, North Carolina. This prestigious location will be the setting for the national championship in June, marking the fourth US Open. The US Open is set to take place from June 13 to 16 and will feature a field of 156 golfers. As of May 20, 83 players have already earned their…

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The ongoing talks between the PGA Tour policy board and the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) have been all anyone’s been talking about in the golf world. The goal is to reach a framework agreement that could potentially change golf on a global scale. The negotiations have had their ups and downs, but they’re still going strong. The latest from Lauren Hirsch of The New York Times about these ongoing talks offer some insight into the current state of the potential agreement. Despite the hurdles, both parties are still trying to make it happen, showing their dedication to the future…

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Xander Schauffele’s recent win at the 2024 PGA Championship was the biggest moment in his career so far. This win was more than just a testament to his skill and determination. It was also a celebration of the enduring partnership with his caddie and close friend, Austin Kaiser. The pair’s journey from college teammates to PGA Tour champions is a story of friendship, trust, and mutual respect. Xander Schauffele and Austin Kaiser first met at San Diego State University, where they were both key members of the San Diego State Aztecs golf team. Their friendship began on the college golf…

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