Georgia Tech #ProJackets Golf Report

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THE FLATS – Stewart Cink misses second victory in 14 days by one stroke … How Matt Kuchar’s family shapes his professional life … More details below in this week’s Georgia Tech #ProJackets Report.

CINK COMES CLOSE TO SECOND STRAIGHT WIN

Stewart Cink was trying to win for the second time in 14 days, began the final round of the Ascension Charity Classic tied with Y.E. Yang, and had a one-shot lead with two holes to play. He sprayed a tee shot right at 17, left an approach struck up and over trees short and left of the putting surface, and could not save his par. Cink’s uphill 10-footer cruelly circled the hole and spun out.

Meanwhile, Yang, sharp with his irons, had hit a brilliant approach with a pitching wedge to 3 feet, and the ensuing birdie – one of four in his final round, accompanying a 12-foot eagle at the eighth – meant a two-shot swing and delivered the lead at 13 under.

Cink made a scrambling par at the 54th hole to finish one shot out of the playoff that took place between Yang and Bernhard Langer, who shot a 64 to catch Yang. He shot a closing 67 but was undone by three bogeys on his card, including a costly one on 17. He did make seven birdies in his round, one a chip-in that kept momentum on his side after missing the green at the par-3 seventh.

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Leaderboard with three to play:

1. Stewart Cink (-13)
T2. Bernhard Langer (-12)
T2. Y.E. Yang (-12)

Follow the action live on Golf Channel @AscensionCCG! pic.twitter.com/2Xn23da5Ql

— PGA TOUR Champions (@ChampionsTour) September 8, 2024

It’s a game of inches.

Stewart Cink trails by one heading to 18 after a costly bogey @AscensionCCG. pic.twitter.com/aogx0mFbGU

— PGA TOUR Champions (@ChampionsTour) September 8, 2024

HOW MATT KUCHAR’S FAMILY SHAPES HIS PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LIFE

Matt Kuchar, known for his successful golf career and pleasant demeanor, is greatly supported by his close-knit family.

His wife Sybi, a former tennis player at Georgia Tech, and their two children, Cameron and Carson, contribute to a warm family environment that balances sportsmanship and love.

Sybi frequently travels with Matt to tournaments, strengthening their family bond despite his busy schedule. Their children’s interest in sports further unites them and instills values like dedication, perseverance, and teamwork.

In addition to their sports involvement, the Kuchar family enjoys various outdoor activities and cherished family moments. This strong family foundation enables Matt to maintain focus and resilience on the golf course.

Beyond the greens, the Kuchar family advocates for charitable causes, often participating in community service and philanthropic efforts. Their joint commitment to giving back enhances their familial unity and exemplifies compassion.

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COMPETITION ROUND-UP

PGA Tour

Five Yellow Jackets are in the field as the PGA Tour begins its Fall FedEx Cup series this weekend in Napa, Calif.

Stewart Cink, winner of this event (then called the Safeway Open) in 2020, is competing along with Anders Albertson, Chesson Hadley, Matt Kuchar and Vince Whaley.

Procore Championship field

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Korn Ferry Tour

Five Yellow Jackets continue on the Korn Ferry Tour playoffs, which resume this weekend in Franklin, Tenn., with the Simmons Bank Open. The top 144 in Korn Ferry Tour points are in the field, led by Seth Reeves (No. 37), Ross Steelman (No. 45), Richy Werenski (No. 54), Ollie Schniederjans (No. 101) and first-year pro Christo Lamprecht (No. 138).

The top 120 in points after the Simmons Bank Open will qualify for the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Championship. The top 75 after the Nationwide Children’s will qualify for the Korn Ferry Tour Championship presented by United Leasing & Finance, after which the top 30 will earn 2025 PGA TOUR cards.

Simmons Bank Open field

 

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PGA Tour Champions

Stewart Cink fired four consecutive 67s but came up one stroke shy of a playoff last weekend at the Ascension Charity Classic in St. Louis, Mo. Cink held a share of the 36-hole lead and remained tied atop the leaderboard until he bogeyed the 17^th hole in the final round. Y.E. Yang went on to defeat Bernhard Langer in a playoff.

Cink, No. 12 in the Charles Schwab Cup points list, is skipping this week’s Sanford Invitational to compete in the PGA Tour’s Procore Championship in Napa, Calif., a tournament he won four years ago.

David Duval tied for 71^st in the Ascension, and is No. 50 on the Schwab Cup points list, safely inside the top 70 that advance to the PGA Tour Championship playoffs.

PGA Tour Champions leaderboard

Saved by the pin 😅@StewartCink sinks it for birdie to tie the lead @AscensionCCG! pic.twitter.com/ZrdNdY91Bz

— PGA TOUR Champions (@ChampionsTour) September 8, 2024

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LIV Golf League

Andy Ogletree and Cameron Tringale return to action this week as the LIV Golf League stages its final regular season event in Chicago.

Both players remain in the “open zone” of the LIV Golf standings, Tringale at No 26, Ogletree at No. 33, leaving them open to be released or traded by their HyFlyers team at the end of the season. HyFlyers ranks 12^th out of the 13 teams in the league.

LIV leaderboard

UPCOMING EVENTS

• PGA Tour: Procore Championship • September 12-15, 2024 • Silverado Resort • Napa, Calif. • Purse: $6M • FedEx Cup points: 500
• Korn Ferry Tour:  Simmons Bank Open • September 12-15, 2024 • Vanderbilt Legends Club • Franklin, Tenn. • Purse: $1.5M • KFT points: 600
• PGA Tour Champions: Sanford International • September 13-15, 2024 • Minnehaha Country Club • Sioux Falls, S.D. • Purse: $2.1M
• PGA Tour Americas: season concluded
• Asian Tour/International Series: Black Mountain Championship • October 17-20, 2024 • Black Mountain Golf Club • Thailand • Purse: $2M
• LIV Golf Series: Chicago • September 13-15, 2024 • Bolingbrook Golf Club • Bolingbrook, Ill. • Purse: $25M
• GPro Tour: Huntsville Open • September 11-13, 2024 • Huntsville Country Club • Huntsville, Ala. • Purse: $68,125

#PROJACKETS ON SOCIAL MEDIA

thank you too @stewartcink for signing my hat this weekend at the Ascension Charity Classic, it was an honor to meet one of my favorite players of all time. 🙌🏼

congratulations on a great week to the 2009 Open Champion. 🏆 pic.twitter.com/jeOQ0vSrNI

— chase (@ChaseKellyGolf) September 8, 2024

Graduating with honors from Georgia Tech, Christo Lamprecht brought a decorated collegiate career to the pro ranks. The South African earned a Korn Ferry Tour membership for 2024 with accolades including ACC Golfer of the Year and the Byron Nelson Award. #GaryPlayerAward pic.twitter.com/jkU3ygPstz

— FlightScope Golf (@FlightScopeGolf) September 4, 2024

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— Charlie Rymer (@CharlieRymerPGA) September 4, 2024

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