Original Programming Premieres (All times eastern)
Golf in America
Time: Tuesday 10 - 10:30 p.m.
Host: Anthony Anderson
The third episode of the 10-week series will feature:
· Scott and Dale Parlin, "Fairway to Heaven." - Three years ago, 35-year-old Scott Parlin endured a tragedy like no other. Scott's father, Dale, a marshal at a golf course outside of Dallas, took a break from his job to watch his son tee-off on the 15th hole. Scott's drive ricocheted off a tree and hit his father in the neck. He passed away an hour later due to a cerebral hemorrhage. Golf Channel's Scott Walker will visit with Scott, who will share the tragic story and how he is keeping his father's spirit alive in the community.
· Dawn Patrol - Over 40 weeks a year, the "Dawn Patrol" gathers at Torrey Pines Golf Course on Saturday afternoons with the goal to be the first in line for a tee-time on Sunday morning. Golf Channel's Tom Abbott will follow some "Dawn Patrollers" as they arrive to the course Saturday afternoon to wait in line all night for that prestigious 5:30 a.m. Sunday tee-time.
· Bob Grober, Sonic Golf - Grober, a physics professor from Yale University, will explain his theory of improving a golf swing by turning motion into sound with a unique training aid 15 years in the making.
Golf in America takes viewers coast-to-coast to discover never-before-told stories, larger-than-life characters and inspirational people in capturing the spirit of the game of golf. The series, hosted by film and television actor Anthony Anderson, chronicles stories in stunning HD from celebrities, such as Justin Timberlake and Donald Trump, to everyday people across the country that are unified by the sport.
Playing Lessons from the Pros
Time: Monday 10 - 10:30 p.m.
Country music star Steve Azar joins PGA TOUR winner Kenny Perry for a round of golf at The Club at Old Stone in Bowling Green, Ky. Perry and his coach Matt Killen will provide tips around the greens, while Azar will provide insight into the music business.
Top 10: Greg Norman Highs and Lows
Time: Tuesday 9 - 9:30 p.m.
Host: Lauren Thompson
As charismatic as he was cursed, no player in history can rival the star-crossed career of Greg Norman. With insight from Norman, Fuzzy Zoeller, Raymond Floyd, Hale Irwin, Bernhard Langer, Nick Faldo and Larry Mize and commentary from noted sports journalists, the show will count down Norman's top 10 highs and lows in his professional career. Notable moments include his "Saturday Slam" in 1986, where he led all four major championships after 54 holes; his final round 64 to win the 1993 Open Championship and his final round collapse in the 1996 Masters.
Quest for the Card
Time: Wednesday 7:30 - 8 p.m.
Host: Jerry Foltz
Quest for the Card chronicles the year-long journey on the Nationwide Tour for players competing to earn their PGA TOUR card for 2010. The show will feature player profiles and air highlights from the 2009 Nationwide Tour Players Cup.
PGA TOUR Primetime
Time: Thursday 8:30 - 11:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 - 11:30 p.m.
Golf Channel's coverage of the first two rounds of the John Deere Classic re-airs on PGA TOUR Primetime.
News and Talk Show Programming Highlights
Golf Central
Live Airings: Mon - Wed 6 - 6:30 p.m.
Thursday 6 - 6:30 p.m. / 11:30 p.m. - Midnight
Friday 6 - 6:30 p.m. / 11:30 p.m. - Midnight
Saturday 6 - 6:30 p.m. / 11:30 p.m. - Midnight
Sunday 6 - 7 p.m. / 11:30 p.m. - Midnight
Golf Central will deliver the latest golf news from the John Deere Classic and all of the major golf tours.
Golf Central Pre Game
Live Airings: Saturday 12:15 - 1 p.m.
Sunday 12:30 - 1 p.m.
Golf Channel's Golf Central team will preview the weekend action on the various tours with interviews and analysis.
The Golf Fix
Time: Monday 8 - 8:30 p.m.
Host: Michael Breed
Golf Channel's fast-paced interactive instructional show will feature live call-ins and emails from viewers.
The Approach with Callaway Golf
Time: Tuesday 8 - 8:30 p.m.
Hosts: Kraig Kann/ Analysts Andrew Magee and Alex Miceli
Highlighting the top storylines in golf from different perspectives, analysts from The Approach with Callaway Golf will preview the John Deere Classic and review the AT&T National in an entertaining and informative manner.
Grey Goose 19th Hole
Time: Wednesday 8 - 8:30 p.m.
Host: Inga Hammond / Analysts Jeff Rude and Mark Cannizzaro
Grey Goose 19th Hole, the network's fast-paced half-hour talk show, features debates on the hot topics in golf. New York Post golf writer Mark Cannizzaro will make his return as an analyst on Grey Goose 19th Hole, filling in for John Hawkins on Wednesday.
For more information, contact Golf Channel Public Relations at 407-355-4653
