2014 Ryder Cup Captain

[Chef2]

How freaking cool would this be if Ol Tom gets it?

http://espn.go.com/golf/story/_/id/8738085/tom-watson-likely-choice-captain-2014-united-states-ryder-cup-team

 

[trifectarich]

In keeping with the tradition of senior citizens and early-bird dinners, the first thing he's going to do is push for a 4 o'clock start for the players' gala early in the week.

 

[hondo]

Finally, the PGA of America breaks a tired old model for selecting captains that clearly wasn't working (mid to late 40s, no repeat captains). Watson is the last U.S. captain to win a Ryder Cup in Europe. Since he's revered in Scotland and England (five British Open titles), there will be some cordiality involved outside the ropes. He's a no-BS type.

Love the move. Absolutely love it.

 

[Mark2010]

Wasn't Watson the captain once before? I'm thinking 1993, but too lazy to look it up.

 

[Boom_70]

I always feel like I should care more for the Ryder Cup than I actually do. Not sure why.

 

[hondo]

1993, Watson the captain, US wins 15-13. Last time the US won in Europe.

 

[MileHigh]

Finally, the PGA does something other than look out for the bottom line. Love, love, love the move.