PGA Golf Pro Hall of Fame to induct Nicklaus, 6 others
The PGA Golf Professional Hall of Fame announced Tuesday that it will induct seven, including Jack Nicklaus, in its 2006 class.
Nicklaus will be joined by PGA of America president Roger Warren, 2005 PGA golf professional of the year Bill Eschenbrenner, 1958 PGA champion Dow Finsterwald, 1986 PGA teacher of the year Manuel de la Torre, PGA master professional William Heald and 1987 PGA teacher of the year Gary Wiren.
"When you consider Jack Nicklaus' career as a player, you also see how much emphasis he placed on contributing to the betterment of so many aspiring players and PGA professionals," PGA vice president Brian Whitcomb said in a statement. "... We are delighted to have these seven individuals have their names inscribed in the PGA Golf Professional Hall of Fame among those who have made golf the greatest game."
The inductees will be honored in a Dec 8 ceremony at the PGA Village in Port St. Lucie, Fla.
"It is with a great deal of pride that the PGA of America welcomes seven individuals who have dedicated their careers to the betterment of the game of golf in addition to becoming leaders in the profession," Whitcomb said. "This is a class that features world-class instructors and outstanding contributors to golf, individuals who represent the best in the game and its possibilities for future generations."
