by Todd Kimm | Jun 4, 2014 | Sports
Jordan Spieth says he is a perfect example of what a young golfer can accomplish if given a chance. Two years ago, Spieth was given a sponsor exemption to play in the John Deere Classic near the Quad Cities. He returned last year as a 19-year old and posted his first...
by Todd Kimm | Jun 2, 2014 | Sports
The John Deere Classic near the Quad Cities has long been known as a place where young players get an early shot at the PGA Tour and this year is no exception. The tournament is providing four sponsor exemptions to young players, including NCAA individual champion...
by Todd Kimm | May 27, 2014 | Health & Medicine, Sports
The Principal Charity Classic lived up to it’s name this morning as the Champions Tour event opened a week of activities by presenting a ten thousand dollar check to Blank Children’s Hospital in Des Moines. The money will be used to purchase two Starlight...
by Todd Kimm | Apr 28, 2014 | Sports
Last years winner of the Champions Tour event in Des Moines returned to the Wakonda Club this morning where he won the Principal Charity Classic. Russ Cochran took part in an event to benefit one of the charities associated with the tournament. Cochran says the spirit...
by Radio Iowa Contributor | Jul 15, 2013 | Sports
An exciting finish to the John Deere Classic near the Quad Cities on Sunday. Former University of Texas player, Jordan Spieth won the tournament in the fifth sudden death playoff hole. The 19-year-old Spieth beat out defending champion and Iowa native Zach Johnson by...
