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Phil Mickelson’s Ryder Cup Captaincy: Dream or Dilemma Amid Controversy?
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Phil Mickelson’s Ryder Cup Captaincy: Dream or Dilemma Amid Controversy?

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
Governing bodies have rolled out a new route for LIV players to reach The Open – a series of designated events and merit lists that could upend elite entry and ignite heated debate across the game.

Will Phil Mickelson ever be Ryder Cup captain? Analyst says it’s hard to envision:
An analyst argues Phil Mickelson’s path to Ryder Cup captaincy looks unlikely, pointing to lingering controversy and potential chemistry issues; the U.S. faces thorny decisions about leadership and public perception

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**Inside the Surprising Choice: Kevin Kisner Joins NBC Sports as Golf Analyst**
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**Inside the Surprising Choice: Kevin Kisner Joins NBC Sports as Golf Analyst**

Behind the Scenes of the NBC Sports Kevin Kisner Hire

After an extensive year-long search, NBC Sports has finally unveiled its choice to succeed retiring golf analyst Paul Azinger. The unexpected pick? Kevin Kisner—a beloved figure on the PGA Tour, despite having no prior broadcasting experience.

Insiders reveal to Golf Digest that Kisner’s inexperience raised eyebrows among NBC executives. Yet, they were ultimately captivated by his “natural charisma” and remarkable “ability to connect with viewers.”

Kisner is set to join NBC’s golf coverage team this January, teaming up with Dan Hicks, Frank Nobilo, and Paul Goydos for what promises to be an exciting new chapter in sports commentary

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From the archives: A Q&A with Peter Oosterhuis, the hardest-working man in golf broadcasting
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From the archives: A Q&A with Peter Oosterhuis, the hardest-working man in golf broadcasting

**From the archives: A Q&A with Peter Oosterhuis, the hardest-working man in golf broadcasting**

Peter Oosterhuis, the longtime CBS golf analyst who passed away at 75, was known for his in-depth knowledge of the game and his ability to connect with viewers. In a 2017 interview with Golf Digest, Oosterhuis discussed his work ethic and how he prepared for his broadcasts.

“To be honest, I spend a lot of time watching golf,” Oosterhuis said. “I watch the PGA Tour, the European Tour, and the LPGA Tour, as well as the Korn Ferry Tour and the Symetra Tour, and I read everything I can get my hands on about golf. I also talk to a lot of players, caddies, and coaches to get their insights on the game.”

Oosterhuis said that he also spends a lot of time preparing for his broadcasts. “I like to have a good understanding of the course we’re playing and the players in the field,” he said. “I want to be able to give viewers information and insights that they can’t get anywhere else.”

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Longtime CBS analyst Peter Oosterhuis, 75, dies
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Longtime CBS analyst Peter Oosterhuis, 75, dies

Legendary golf analyst Peter Oosterhuis passed away at the age of 75. Oosterhuis spent 40 years as an on-course analyst for CBS Sports. Oosterhuis joined CBS in 1982 and covered over 300 PGA Tour events. He also covered the Ryder Cup, the Presidents Cup, and the Masters Tournament. Oosterhuis was known for his in-depth knowledge of the game and his ability to connect with viewers. Former CBS lead golf announcer Jim Nantz said of his longtime colleague: “Peter was one of a kind in the booth. With unmatched knowledge of the game, he was engaging, informative, self-deprecating, and always prepared.”

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