Couples captures Memorial with steady final round lead
Fred Couples posted under 69 to finish at 19 under and win the Memorial, four strokes ahead of Andrew Magee who shot 69 to 13 under. David Duval, facing a gusty wind and a water miscue, finished 12 under as Jim Furyk carded 74 but then 68 67 68 to rally. Magee noted Couples’ relentless play while Duval blamed a gusty wind and a water hazard on his late struggles.
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Stewart Pays Price For Misplayed 12th Hole
In Dublin Steve Pate shot a 79 and beat Payne Stewart by four strokes after Stewart posted a 10 on the 12th hole. The 10, the highest score on that par eight in 23 years, came after a series of water hazards and two ill fated shots that left Stewart with multiple penalties. Pate joked about the round while Stewart declined to elaborate, exiting to the airport after a terse locker room session.
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Fiore named Elyria Catholic athletic director and coach
FIORE From BJ Wayne Uehlein. Chris Fiore was chosen as Elyria Catholic high's new athletic director and coach, leaving BFI. He aims to build an all sports facility and advance academics and athletics while refining goals over the next five years. Fiore notes his Elyria Catholic ties and mentions hiring a new football coach after Kris Diaz left. He cites plans to emulate programs at St. Ignatius and St. Edward and to seek venues for a strong young coach. Fiore and wife Terry have three daughters.
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Nelson cruises to Pittsburgh Senior Classic victory by five
Larry Nelson built a commanding lead at Sewickley Heights Golf Club and never relented, finishing 12-under after a final round 74 to beat Bob Duval by five. Duval shot 68 and praised Nelson while predicting their next event in Atlanta.
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Couples wins amid delays on Jack Nicklaus course
In a weather-delayed finish, Mark Couples birdied the back nine to beat Ernie Els and Nick Faldo era rivals. He posted 288 total, 17 under, with Magee closing strong for second after a 69. Couples cited renewed form as he joined Masters winner prestige and reflected on past water hazards.
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