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A Rocky Situation For Anthony Kim

Rocky Hambric of Hambric Sports Management (whose site is currently under construction) believes that there may have been some foul play surrounding the departure of PGA Tour client Anthony Kim from Hambric Sports to IMG.  The change of representation occurred in May 2008, seven months before Kim’s contract with Hambric Sports was set to expire.  […]

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It’s Kind Of Hard Out Here (For A Pro Golfer)

The 2009 PGA Tour season kicks off this week with the annual Mercedes-Benz Championship at Kapalua. But with it comes a new era in pro golf. No, it has nothing to do with Tiger Woods, who will likely be rehabbing his knee until April (Augusta) but will still be the favorite to win the season […]

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Endorsements Golf Sports Business

Next to be Bagged

Guest contribution by loyal reader and current Q2 intern, Michael Goldman. When Tiger Woods returns to the golf course in 2009 there will be a new logo adorning his bag, a coveted spot that Buick has held since 2000.  General Motors, the automobile company that owns Buick, recently announced the end of their 9-year endorsement […]

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Endorsements Golf Sports Agents

Andrew Moss Of Onyx Sports Group Indicted

Onyx Sports Group claims that it is not just a “player factory”.  On its web page, only one golfer is listed under its Golf division.  While Onyx may not be a player factory, its CEO, Andrew Moss, has been indicted for blowing a bunch of smoke at his golf client and a sponsor.  The client, […]

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Endorsements Golf Sports Business

“Golf’s credit crunch” causing agents to lose cash, sleep

Rapidly vanishing lines of credit are not only taking their toll on inflated asset prices and the global financial markets in general, but also in the willingness of companies to not only underwrite sporting events, but also to market their brands through athletes. During financial stress, marketing budgets are historically one of the first to […]

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Golf

Already On The Verge Of Greatness?

Imagine signing a talented young girl, literally weeks after her college graduation ceremony, and then less than three weeks later watching her charge to the top of the leader board after three rounds of the biggest tournament in her sport (and her first as a professional). Jeff Chilcoat, President of the Columbus, OH based Sterling […]

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Shabbat Shalom: Friday Wrap-Up

While Darren continues to schlep around Israel, I’ll continue his Friday wrap-up tradition even in his absence. The following are some headlines that we neglected to cover during the week. The Academy for Athletes, founded by former NFL running back Paul Miles, offers instruction in finance, health, law, public relations and social awareness. It also […]

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Golf NBA Players Social Networking Sports Agents

Publicly Endorsing Political Candidates

For a couple of days, Yardbarker.com had a post by Greg Oden on its front page, racking up more barks (positive votes) each hour. The title of his blog entry was: Senator Obama is getting my vote. Then, Jason Wulterkens wrote about how Tiger Woods recently jumped on the Obama bandwagon, throwing his support toward […]

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Golf Social Networking

Review of Stracka.com

Sponsored Post: Stracka.com is a a Social Network for Golfers. At Stracka.com you can view a free online yardage book, post your scores, maintain your handicap, look at greens guides, and talk with your fellow golfers. I have a feeling that contributor Jason Wulterkens and all of the faithful readers of his weekly column, The […]

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Shabbat Shalom: Friday Wrap-Up

My 2nd favorite team, the New York Giants, will be taking on the evil empire in the Super Bowl. Can’t wait to see if Lawrence Tynes is still a savior in February. Anyway, lots and lots of links for you to visit on this week’s edition of Shabbat Shalom: Friday Wrap-Up. Here are the links […]