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[pga43]

Wednesday at 5 p.m. ET, Golf Channel will air an hour-long tournament special on the Sybase Match Play Championship Pro-Am, the first time an LPGA Pro-Am will air on television.  LPGA professionals Natalie Gulbis, Jessica Korda, Suzann Pettersen and Stacy Lewis will be fitted with microphones for the Pro-Am, where viewers will be able to eaves drop on conversations between the players and their caddies.  Golf Channel on-course reporters Jerry Foltz, Val Skinner, Phil Parkin and Tom Abbott will conduct “walk-and-talk” interviews during the Pro-Am, where the players will provide tips and discuss their preparations leading into Thursday’s opening matches.



The below includes full broadcast airtimes, talent lineup and notes on Golf Channel’s tournament coverage of the Sybase Match Play Championship Pro-Am this week.  Let us know of questions and/or if we can provide you with additional information.  Thanks.





Sybase Match Play Championship

Dates: May 17-20

Venue: Hamilton Farm Golf Club, Gladstone, N.J.

                  

Airtimes:                    Wednesday, 5-6 p.m. – Sybase Match Play Championship Pro-Am

Thursday 6:30-8:30 p.m. (Tape Delay) / 12:30-2:30 a.m. (Replay)

                                 Friday 6:30-8:30 p.m. (Tape Delay) / 12:30-2:30 a.m. (Replay)

                             Saturday 3-6 p.m. (Live) / 9:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m. (Replay)

                                Sunday 1-2 p.m. / 4-6 p.m. (Live) / 9:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m. (Replay)

                                  

Golf Channel Broadcast Team

Rich Lerner (Play-by-Play)

Judy Rankin (Analyst)

Tom Abbott (Tower)

Jerry Foltz (On Course)

Phil Parkin (On Course)

Val Skinner (On Course)



Broadcast Notes:

·         Gulbis, Pettersen, Korda and Lewis Mic’d Up for Sybase Match Play Championship Pro-Am: LPGA Tour professionals Natalie Gulbis, Suzann Pettersen, Jessica Korda and Stacy Lewis and their caddies will be fitted with microphones on Wednesday when Golf Channel airs the Sybase Match Play Championship Pro-Am, the first time an LPGA Pro-am will air on television. On course reporters Jerry Foltz, Phil Parkin and Val Skinner will interview the players as they are walking the fairways during the Pro-Am, where they will provide tips and discuss their preparations on the golf course leading into Thursday’s opening round of matches.

·         Headlining the Field: Seven of the top 10 and 18 of the top 25 in the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings are scheduled to compete this week, including Women’s World No. 1 Yani Tseng, Michelle Wie, Ai Miyazato, Paula Creamer, Cristie Kerr, Suzann Pettersen, Morgan Pressel, Stacy Lewis, Natalie Gulbis, Azahara Munoz, Mika Miyazato, Karrie Webb, Jiyai Shin, Brittany Lincicome, Sandra Gal, Amanda Blumenherst, Na Yeon Choi, Caroline Hedwall, Beatriz Recari and Angela Stanford.

[78Staff]

pga43, on 15 May 2012 - 06:07 PM, said:

Wednesday at 5 p.m. ET, Golf Channel will air an hour-long tournament special on the Sybase Match Play Championship Pro-Am, the first time an LPGA Pro-Am will air on television.  LPGA professionals Natalie Gulbis, Jessica Korda, Suzann Pettersen and Stacy Lewis will be fitted with microphones for the Pro-Am, where viewers will be able to eaves drop on conversations between the players and their caddies.  Golf Channel on-course reporters Jerry Foltz, Val Skinner, Phil Parkin and Tom Abbott will conduct "walk-and-talk" interviews during the Pro-Am, where the players will provide tips and discuss their preparations leading into Thursday's opening matches.

DVR'ing this now, looking forward to watching tonight!

Edited by 78Staff, 16 May 2012 - 04:30 PM.

[Awsi Dooger]

More interesting than I anticipated. Suzann Pettersen was concerned with how her butt looked during a freeze frame swing analysis. She also chided either pro-am partners or gallery members for talking during her backswing on a birdie putt.

I could have told her to expect that, once they mentioned her pro-am partners were from my area. The majority demographic here features fast play and plenty of chatter.

Jessica Korda was very relaxed and particularly enjoyed the TV review of her swing.

I didn't realize that Natlie Gulbis' head dip happens after contact. She mentioned that prior to the review of her swing, and it proved to be accurate.

The pro-am hour was not originally scheduled. I give Golf Channel credit for sensibly expanding LPGA coverage approaching air date, when the evicted block was merely a worthless replay. They did that several weeks ago on the Wednesday through Saturday event, lengthening the first two nights on short notice. This Sunday a bonus hour has been added as well, from 1-2 PM.

[78Staff]

Awsi Dooger, on 16 May 2012 - 08:00 PM, said:

More interesting than I anticipated. Suzann Pettersen was concerned with how her butt looked during a freeze frame swing analysis. She also chided either pro-am partners or gallery members for talking during her backswing on a birdie putt.

I could have told her to expect that, once they mentioned her pro-am partners were from my area. The majority demographic here features fast play and plenty of chatter.

Jessica Korda was very relaxed and particularly enjoyed the TV review of her swing.

I didn't realize that Natlie Gulbis' head dip happens after contact. She mentioned that prior to the review of her swing, and it proved to be accurate.

The pro-am hour was not originally scheduled. I give Golf Channel credit for sensibly expanding LPGA coverage approaching air date, when the evicted block was merely a worthless replay. They did that several weeks ago on the Wednesday through Saturday event, lengthening the first two nights on short notice. This Sunday a bonus hour has been added as well, from 1-2 PM.

You know, I watched and didn't really hear any laughter, or followup, etc after Suzann's comment...I mean she had to be kidding, right?  There was some odd audio/miking going on so maybe we just missed it.  Also seemed like a strange interaction when talking about her opponent tomorrow (Jodi Ewart).  Maybe that's her mindset, ie don't know here, never heard of her, etc... Just Suzann's way of prepping for the match?  Jodi will give here a good run if her game is on I think.  Suzann hasn't been steller so far this year.  The video comment was funny, though.

Pretty cool hour to watch, the ladies really seemed to enjoy it to.  If I had to play with some of those guys I would go bonkers.  Would love to play in one of these though...

My favorite was the close-up of Natalie sending video to her coach via phone...you know what that cameraman had on his mind.  But I digress...I feel like I have talked/thought about women's...err...talents way too much today...if that is even possible

Edited by 78Staff, 16 May 2012 - 10:53 PM.

[J Jack]

I really enjoyed the show, and I'd love to play in a pro-am.   Gulbis was absolutely charming, as everyone always says she is.  Petterson was funny, shooting the breeze with those guys.

Seemed like a really, really cool time.  I'm glad GC is showing this.

[eric_b]

This is the second pro-am show this year.....they did it for the Arnold Plamer Invitational as well.

Both shows were solid.....i love getting to see the other sides of golf.....it's really interesting to see what goes on when rounds aren't being played and to see the players in a little less formal a setting.  I hope they start doing more of this kind of thing!  Sure, every week might get stale....but a couple times a month wouldn't hurt!

[tesuquegolfer]

I liked it, gave those of us that can't afford to play a ProAm a little insight.  I was just pissed to see some real hacking going on.  I would love to play with any of the LPGA players.  Hopefully someday!  I told Craig Kann here on golfwrx that they should offer spots to fans every week, that might get a few more people watching.  I hope he listened!

[tesuquegolfer]

78Staff, on 16 May 2012 - 10:48 PM, said:

Awsi Dooger, on 16 May 2012 - 08:00 PM, said:

More interesting than I anticipated. Suzann Pettersen was concerned with how her butt looked during a freeze frame swing analysis. She also chided either pro-am partners or gallery members for talking during her backswing on a birdie putt.

I could have told her to expect that, once they mentioned her pro-am partners were from my area. The majority demographic here features fast play and plenty of chatter.

Jessica Korda was very relaxed and particularly enjoyed the TV review of her swing.

I didn't realize that Natlie Gulbis' head dip happens after contact. She mentioned that prior to the review of her swing, and it proved to be accurate.

The pro-am hour was not originally scheduled. I give Golf Channel credit for sensibly expanding LPGA coverage approaching air date, when the evicted block was merely a worthless replay. They did that several weeks ago on the Wednesday through Saturday event, lengthening the first two nights on short notice. This Sunday a bonus hour has been added as well, from 1-2 PM.

You know, I watched and didn't really hear any laughter, or followup, etc after Suzann's comment...I mean she had to be kidding, right?  There was some odd audio/miking going on so maybe we just missed it.  Also seemed like a strange interaction when talking about her opponent tomorrow (Jodi Ewart).  Maybe that's her mindset, ie don't know here, never heard of her, etc... Just Suzann's way of prepping for the match?  Jodi will give here a good run if her game is on I think.  Suzann hasn't been steller so far this year.  The video comment was funny, though.

Pretty cool hour to watch, the ladies really seemed to enjoy it to.  If I had to play with some of those guys I would go bonkers.  Would love to play in one of these though...

My favorite was the close-up of Natalie sending video to her coach via phone...you know what that cameraman had on his mind.  But I digress...I feel like I have talked/thought about women's...err...talents way too much today...if that is even possible

By the way, jodi Ewart SPANKED Suzann today.  I bet she knows who she is now!!!!

[78Staff]

tesuquegolfer, on 17 May 2012 - 04:55 PM, said:

78Staff, on 16 May 2012 - 10:48 PM, said:

Awsi Dooger, on 16 May 2012 - 08:00 PM, said:

More interesting than I anticipated. Suzann Pettersen was concerned with how her butt looked during a freeze frame swing analysis. She also chided either pro-am partners or gallery members for talking during her backswing on a birdie putt.

You know, I watched and didn't really hear any laughter, or followup, etc after Suzann's comment...I mean she had to be kidding, right?  There was some odd audio/miking going on so maybe we just missed it.  Also seemed like a strange interaction when talking about her opponent tomorrow (Jodi Ewart).  Maybe that's her mindset, ie don't know here, never heard of her, etc... Just Suzann's way of prepping for the match?  Jodi will give here a good run if her game is on I think.  Suzann hasn't been steller so far this year.  The video comment was funny, though.

By the way, jodi Ewart SPANKED Suzann today.  I bet she knows who she is now!!!!

LOL sweet.  I like Jodi, I think she has a nice road ahead on the LPGA.  Haven't watched yet, but will check it out later tonight...

[eric_b]

tesuquegolfer, on 17 May 2012 - 04:55 PM, said:

78Staff, on 16 May 2012 - 10:48 PM, said:

Awsi Dooger, on 16 May 2012 - 08:00 PM, said:

More interesting than I anticipated. Suzann Pettersen was concerned with how her butt looked during a freeze frame swing analysis. She also chided either pro-am partners or gallery members for talking during her backswing on a birdie putt.

I could have told her to expect that, once they mentioned her pro-am partners were from my area. The majority demographic here features fast play and plenty of chatter.

Jessica Korda was very relaxed and particularly enjoyed the TV review of her swing.

I didn't realize that Natlie Gulbis' head dip happens after contact. She mentioned that prior to the review of her swing, and it proved to be accurate.

The pro-am hour was not originally scheduled. I give Golf Channel credit for sensibly expanding LPGA coverage approaching air date, when the evicted block was merely a worthless replay. They did that several weeks ago on the Wednesday through Saturday event, lengthening the first two nights on short notice. This Sunday a bonus hour has been added as well, from 1-2 PM.

You know, I watched and didn't really hear any laughter, or followup, etc after Suzann's comment...I mean she had to be kidding, right?  There was some odd audio/miking going on so maybe we just missed it.  Also seemed like a strange interaction when talking about her opponent tomorrow (Jodi Ewart).  Maybe that's her mindset, ie don't know here, never heard of her, etc... Just Suzann's way of prepping for the match?  Jodi will give here a good run if her game is on I think.  Suzann hasn't been steller so far this year.  The video comment was funny, though.

Pretty cool hour to watch, the ladies really seemed to enjoy it to.  If I had to play with some of those guys I would go bonkers.  Would love to play in one of these though...

My favorite was the close-up of Natalie sending video to her coach via phone...you know what that cameraman had on his mind.  But I digress...I feel like I have talked/thought about women's...err...talents way too much today...if that is even possible

By the way, jodi Ewart SPANKED Suzann today.  I bet she knows who she is now!!!!

I would pay good money to see that.....Jodi Ewart is friggin' hawt!

[corky]

good to see Holly and her bouyancy aids hit a few shots too.

competition has been great, love seeing Morgan Pressel do well again.

[Jimbud]

Wild stuff between Morgan Pressel &  Azahara Munoz in the semi final round this morning.  Pressel looked hot at the end of the match and Munoz was crying.

[teejaywhy]

Jimbud, on 20 May 2012 - 01:10 PM, said:

Wild stuff between Morgan Pressel &  Azahara Munoz in the semi final round this morning.  Pressel looked hot at the end of the match and Munoz was crying.

What happened?  I heard them saying there was a "controversy."

[BlakeBstone]

http://www.foxnews.c...pionship-match/