Franklin Templeton Shootout

A Relaxing Repeat For Kuehne, Sluman
Hank Kuehne and Jeff Sluman did it without the drama this time. The two became just the second team in 16 years to defend The Franklin Templeton Shootout title, winning by two strokes over Justin Leonard and Steve Flesch at Tiburón Golf Club on Sunday.

Norman Energized By Shootout Performance
Five consecutive pars in the middle of Sunday's final round of The Franklin Templeton Shootout ended any hope for victory for Greg Norman and Scott McCarron, but tournament host Norman was nonetheless encouraged by his play during the week in his first tournament since August.

Kuehne, Sluman Repeat At Shootout
Hank Kuehne and Jeff Sluman birdied four of the last five holes and beat Justin Leonard and Steve Flesch by two strokes at The Franklin Templeton Shootout on Sunday.

In The Hunt Again, Shark Wants A Win
During Saturday's second round of The Franklin Templeton Shootout, having Greg Norman's name atop the leaderboard provided a special buzz at Tiburón Golf Club.

CureSearch Benefits From Normans' Work
Greg Norman turned from serious golfer and businessman to simply "Shark" for over 200 grade school children and 200 adults Friday afternoon at Tiburón Golf Club.

Kuehne, Sluman A Match Made In Heaven
Greg Norman tries to take care of as many of his friends as possible at The Franklin Templeton Shootout. If one of the players in the field wants to play with one of the other players, he tries to accommodate them. But, hey, being a host of anything can be hard.

Flesh, Leonard Share Top Spot With Defending Champs
Steve Flesch and Justin Leonard added another 9-under 63 and have a share of The Franklin Templeton Shootout lead at 18 under with defending champions Hank Kuehne and Jeff Sluman.

Norman: Shootout Helping To Cure Children With Cancer
The figures brought a smile to Greg Norman's face as he talked about them. When he first started The Franklin Templeton Shootout with benefits going to childhood cancer research, the cure rate was 18 percent. Now, he says, it's 80.

McCarron A True Straight Man
Hardy had Laurel. Costello had Abbott. And anyone looking for success at The Franklin Templeton Shootout has Scott McCarron.

Flesch, Leonard Lead By One
Steve Flesch and Justin Leonard followed Friday's game plan to perfection, and the resulting 9-under 63 is good for a one-shot lead over the defending champions Hank Kuehne and Jeff Sluman.

Leonard, Flesch Take Early Lead
Justin Leonard and Steve Flesch combined for a 9-under 63 and a one-stroke lead over Hank Kuehne and Jeff Sluman on Friday after the first round of The Franklin Templeton Shootout.

Norman: Changing The Course Of A Child's Life
More than 15 years ago, my wife Laura and I decided to visit the Houston hospital where her brother, Dr. Richard Andrassy, is a pediatric oncologist.

Haas Team Has Formula Down
Jay and Bill Haas already have won one unofficial PGA Tour event. Today, they'll try to do it again at The Franklin Templeton Shootout.

Franklin Templeton Shootout A Remarkable Success
The PGA Tour professionals who win the $600,000 purse are not the only winners when The Franklin Templeton Shootout comes to town.

Flesch, Haas Take Shot At Shootout
The players arrived in Southwest Florida throughout the day and evening on Tuesday, most of them by airplane. And then they arrived at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples, usually via limousine.

Shootout Primed For Another Great Year
For PGA TOUR professionals competing in The Franklin Templeton Shootout, a PGA TOUR event to be held next month at Tiburón Golf Club, $600,000 is up for grabs for the winning team.

CureSearch, Ad Council Launch PSA Campaign
The Advertising Council and CureSearch National Childhood Cancer Foundation joined today to announce the launch of a public service advertising campaign designed to help children with cancer and their families.

Congratulations To Week 4 Trivia Winner
The Franklin Templeton Shootout staff wishes to congratulate Nancy Jones, of Lansing, MI, for submitting the winning entry in Week 4 of The Franklin Templeton Shootout Trivia Challenge.

Shootout Growing Into An Event For The Whole Family
Twenty-four of the best golfers in the world are coming to Naples this week for The Franklin Templeton Shootout. But they won't be alone.

Mark O'Meara Withdraws From 16th Annual Shootout
Mark O'Meara withdrew Friday from next week's Franklin Templeton Shootout at Tiburón Golf Club due to a nagging wrist injury. Lee Janzen, based on qualifying criteria for The Franklin Templeton Shootout, will replace O'Meara in the 24-player field.

This & That On The Shootout Field
Once again, an impressive collection of PGA TOUR players will arrive in Naples next week for the 16th Franklin Templeton Shootout. Here are some more interesting facts about the careers of this special group.

Congratulations To Week 3 Trivia Winner
The Franklin Templeton Shootout staff wishes to congratulate Ryan Keller, of Lacey, WA, for submitting the winning entry in Week 3 of The Franklin Templeton Shootout Trivia Challenge.

Shootout Announces Free Family Golf Clinic
The 16th annual Franklin Templeton Shootout is pleased to announce a family-friendly experience at the conclusion of the first round featuring Chuck "The Hit Man" Hiter and Greg Norman.

ESPN'S Chris Berman To Play In 16th Annual Franklin Templeton Shootout Pro-Am
Chris Berman, one of America's most respected and beloved sportscasters, will share his enthusiasm, charm and wit during this year's Franklin Templeton Shootout Pro-Am competition.

Congratulations To Week 2 Trivia Winner
The Franklin Templeton Shootout staff wishes to congratulate Pat Mateer, of Lansing, Michigan, for submitting the winning entry in Week 2 of The Franklin Templeton Shootout Trivia Challenge.

Organic-Gro Pro Sponsors Shootout
Two dozen PGA TOUR pros will be joined by another top performer this year, the all-around ideal organic based fertilizer designed by golf course superintendents, owners and distributors available to golf courses, Organic-Gro Pro®.

HGTV's Rebecca Kolls To Appear At Shootout
Organic-Gro, a completely safe, non-toxic, odor-free organic fertilizer, will participate in The Franklin Templeton Shootout in a number of ways, including an appearance by Rebecca Kolls on Saturday, November 13.

Congratulations To Week 1 Trivia Winner
The Franklin Templeton Shootout tournament staff wishes to congratulate Donna Ewen, of Bristol, Conn., for submitting the winning entry in Week 1 of the inaugural Franklin Templeton Shootout Trivia Challenge.

Pairings Set For 16th Annual Franklin Templeton Shootout
Tournament host Greg Norman studied the cast of world-class players that will compete in the 16th annual Franklin Templeton Shootout and assembled 11 stellar teams that will attempt to dethrone defending champions Hank Kuehne and Jeff Sluman November 10-14 at Tiburón Golf Club and The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples.

Five Ryder Cuppers, 157 Wins Highlight Shootout Field
An impressive field is complete for the $2.5 million Franklin Templeton Shootout. Among the 24 players announced today are five Ryder Cuppers - Chad Campbell, Kenny Perry, Fred Funk, Chris Riley and Jay Haas. In addition, PGA Championship runner-up Justin Leonard and young stars Charles Howell III and Rory Sabbatini will also compete for the $600,000 first prize.

Franklin Templeton Shootout Tickets On Sale Now
A Weekly Pass is just $60, and, for the first time, you can enjoy "A Taste of WCI." For $100 you can enjoy all five days of the Shootout, play 10 magnificent South Florida golf courses and receive valuable discounts on Greg Norman Collection merchandise.

Kuehne, Sluman Prepare To Defend Shootout Title
Hank Kuehne and Jeff Sluman, affectionately dubbed the odd-couple a year ago, will defend their title at The Franklin Templeton Shootout November 10-14 at Tiburón Golf Club in Naples, Fla. The pair will attempt to become only the second team to successfully defend its title in Shootout history.

Laura and Greg Norman Host "Golf for Living"
This summer, one lucky couple could win an all-expenses paid VIP getaway to The Franklin Templeton Shootout hosted by Laura and Greg Norman at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples.

Franklin Templeton Shootout Purse Climbs To $2.5 Million
The Franklin Templeton Shootout announced that it would raise its purse to $2.5 million for the 2004 event. This is the seventh consecutive year the purse has been significantly increased, and this year the winning team will split a tournament record $600,000.