Golf
June 24, 2015

This weekend in golf

A look at the action on the major pro circuits:
Golf
June 24, 2015

Minnesota scene: Matthew wins Players' Championship

The South Dakota graduate beat Jonathan Hanner 1 up in the final.
Golf
June 24, 2015

Live Blog: Ryder Cup returning to the USA. See how it happened.

From the opening drive by Patrick Reed through the final celebration, our Live Blog has highlights and reactions from the final day's play at Hazeltine National.
Video
June 23, 2015
Previewing the Travelers Championship

Previewing the Travelers Championship

PGATOUR.com's John Swantek and CineSport's Noah Coslov talk about the differences between the Travelers and the U.S. Open, plus they talk about Bubba Watson and make their picks to win.
Golf
June 23, 2015

Ryder Cup at Hazeltine to choose ticket-buyers at random

Fans can register at RyderCup.com through Sept. 30.
Video
June 22, 2015
How serious is U.S. Open controversy?

How serious is U.S. Open controversy?

Golfers often criticize the U.S. Open course, but changing the 18th hole to a par 5 altered the tournament. The PGATOUR.com's John Swantek & CineSport's Noah Coslov talk Chambers Bay.
Video
June 22, 2015
Jordan Spieth holds up the trophy after winning the U.S. Open golf tournament at Chambers Bay on Sunday, June 21, 2015 in University Place, Wash. (AP

Spieth wins open as Johnson collapses

Jordan Spieth won the U.S. Open after Dustin Johnson three-putted the 18th hole. Metro Golf Magazines' Reid Spencer joins CineSport's Brian Clark from Chambers Bay to discuss.
Golf
June 22, 2015

Day 4 at Chambers Bay

Odds and ends from the final round of the U.S. Open:
Golf
June 22, 2015

Chart: Winners of Masters, U.S. Open in same year

A look at the six golfers who accomplished the feat:
Golf
June 22, 2015

Chart: DJ's disappointments

Dustin Johnson remains without a major championship title, having endured more than his fair share of final-round frustration over the years:
Golf
June 20, 2015

Reusse blog: No choke at Medinah for Donald in '90, just a memorable run

The 1990 U.S. Open was played at Medinah Country Club, a genuine golf course in the Chicago suburbs, and not a tricked-up mess such as Chambers Bay, the locale for this year's event.
Golf
June 19, 2015
Phil Mickelson, right, and caddie Jim "Bones" Mackay look over the second hole during the first round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Chambers Bay

Rand: Hazeltine National criticized like Chambers Bay is now

Chambers Bay is the youngest course to host the U.S. Open since Hazeltine did 45 years ago.
Video
June 19, 2015
Tiger Woods walks off the 10th green during the first round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Chambers Bay on Thursday, June 18, 2015 in University

Chambers Bay testing U.S. Open field

Early groups had a big advantage Thursday at the U.S. Open. Metro Golf Magazines editor Reid Spencer and CineSport's Brian Clark discuss, and review bad days for Tiger Woods and Rickie Fowler.
Golf
June 18, 2015

U.S. Open leaderboard

Scores from the U.S. Open golf tournament.
Golf
June 17, 2015
Toro, longtime supplier to pro golf, lands first Open in Pacific Northwest

Toro, longtime supplier to pro golf, lands first Open in Pacific Northwest

The Toro Co. is helping Chambers Bay get ready for the 115th U.S. Open which opens Thursday.
Video
June 16, 2015
Phil Mickelson hits his tee shot on the 10th hole during a practice round for the U.S. Open golf tournament at Chambers Bay on Tuesday, June 16, 2015

Can Mickelson finally win the U.S. Open?

Which golfers will Chambers Bay favor during this week's U.S. Open. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Gary D'Amato and CineSport's Brian Clark preview the tournament.
Golf
June 16, 2015

U.S. Open Round 1&2 tee times

The action from Chambers Bay gets underway Thursday morning.
Golf
June 16, 2015
Tom Watson

Tom Watson will return to Blaine to play in 3M Championship

After a three-year hiatus, one of the most decorated golfers on the Champions Tour is coming back to TPC Twin Cities in Blaine.
Golf
June 13, 2015
FILE - In this Sept. 30, 2014, file photo, the U.S. Open 18th hole flag is shown at Chambers Bay, the host course for the 2015 U.S. Open golf tourname

The week ahead: 115th U.S. Open

Facts and figures on the national championship:
Video
June 12, 2015
Phil Mickelson hits off the first fairway during the third round of the Masters golf tournament Saturday, April 11, 2015, in Augusta, Ga.

Mickelson feels good, talks U.S. Open

Phil Mickelson shot a 1-under 69 on Friday and is now 3-under after two rounds at the FedEx St. Jude Classic in Memphis. Lefty spoke about his round and next week's U.S. Open.
Golf
June 10, 2015

Gallery: Day 2 of high school state golf

Highlights from Day 2 of the high school state golf tournament.
Golf
June 8, 2015
Jack Nicklaus, left, and Tiger Woods in 2012.

Nicklaus identifies with Tiger's golf struggles

Winless year forced Nicklaus to assess game, priorities.
Video
June 6, 2015
Epic Struggle for Tiger at the Memorial

Epic Struggle for Tiger at the Memorial

Tiger Woods shot an 85 in Round 3 at the Memorial, the worst round of his career. He refused to speak afterwards, but Justin Rose did. Rose leads after shooting a 6-under on Saturday.
Video
June 6, 2015
Tiger Woods hits out of a bunker on the 10th hole during the first round of the Memorial golf tournament Thursday, June 4, 2015, in Dublin, Ohio. (AP

Tiger barely makes cut at the Memorial

Tiger Woods bogeyed two out of his final three holes and needed a par putt on 18 just to finish on the cut line at the Memorial on Friday. Tiger spoke after shooting a two-under par 70.
Video
June 4, 2015
Tiger Woods hits out of a bunker on the 10th hole during the first round of the Memorial golf tournament Thursday, June 4, 2015, in Dublin, Ohio. (AP

Tiger salvages 73 after first-nine 40

Tiger Woods made three birdies on his inward nine and shot 33 to finish at 73 at the first round of the Memorial. Woods spoke after his opening round and talked about feeling mentally beat up.
Golf
June 3, 2015

Dates to remember for the 2016 Ryder Cup

Golf's biennial match-play team competition between the U.S. and Europe will be played Sept. 27-Oct. 2, 2016.
Video
May 24, 2015
Kirk wins Crowne Plaza Invitational

Kirk wins Crowne Plaza Invitational

Chris Kirk hung on for a one-shot victory on Sunday in the Crowne Plaza Invitational and his clinch his fourth career PGA Tour victory. Kirk later sounded off to the media after the victory.
North Metro
May 19, 2015
Edinburgh USA golf course aims to be less gritty, more fun after $2M redo

Edinburgh USA golf course aims to be less gritty, more fun after $2M redo

A big cutback in sand traps is one of the changes at the Brooklyn Park golf course after a $2 million overhaul.
Golf
May 15, 2015
Rand: Edinburgh USA now more forgiving

Rand: Edinburgh USA now more forgiving

Overall, the renovation was successful in achieving the aim of being more accessible to a variety of players.
Video
May 9, 2015
Tiger struggles in Rd. 3 of Players Championship

Tiger struggles in Rd. 3 of Players Championship

Tiger Woods struggled during the third round of THE PLAYERS Championship as Chris Kirk leads a closely contested field. Kirk shot a 68 on Saturday and is 10-under par for the tournament.
Video
May 6, 2015
Is Tiger a good bet at The Players?

Is Tiger a good bet at The Players?

Who should you bet on to win The Players Championship? The FNTSY Sports Network's Pat Mayo and CineSport's Noah Coslov talk value bets, Tiger Woods and Pat's one-and-done pick for the week.
May 4, 2015
Lindsey Vonn speaks to Tiger Woods during the Par 3 contest at the Masters golf tournament Wednesday, April 8, 2015, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Charlie

Lindsey Vonn reveals breakup with Tiger Woods

"We both lead incredibly hectic lives that force us to spend a majority of our time apart."
Golf
April 18, 2015

Patrick Plus: Backes, Merritt make it a day for Spring Lake Park pride

Spring Lake Park grads: David Backes rescues the Blues, and Troy Merritt lead by three strokes in Heritage Classic.
Golf
April 15, 2015
Bubba Watson helps Jordan Spieth put on his green jacket after winning the Masters golf tournament Sunday, April 12, 2015, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/M

Masters foretells Ryder Cup intrigue

Upcoming '16 showdown at Hazeltine is looking good for the U.S.
Golf
April 14, 2015
Jordan Spieth beams as he snugs up his green jacket after winning the Masters on Sunday, April 12, 2015, at Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Ga.

Souhan: Spieth-McIlroy rivalry is blooming as golf's next big thing

The public's thirst for the next big thing is so unquenchable that often the thirst persists even before the previous big thing has departed.
Golf
April 13, 2015
Bubba Watson helps Jordan Spieth put on his green jacket after winning the Masters golf tournament Sunday, April 12, 2015, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/M

Souhan: Spieth's Masters victory hints at much more in store

For 72 holes, Jordan Spieth, 21, never lost grip on his first major title.
Golf
April 13, 2015

Masters notebook: Day 4 at Augusta

A look at the final round:
Golf
April 13, 2015

Spieth's superlatives: A Masters filled with highlights

Facts and figures on the new Masters champion:
Golf
April 12, 2015
Justin Rose, of England, examines his shot in the rough off the seventh fairway during the fourth round of the Masters golf tournament Sunday, April 1

Spieth's pursuers post impressive scores behind him

Mickelson, Rose shone but were relegated to Sunday sideshow.

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