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WIN – SPECIAL EDITION ARNOLD PALMER GEAR (By: PRG)

BY Chris Nickel
Mar 8th 2019
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This weekend the golfing world turns its collective attention toward Bay Hill Club and Lodge and the Arnold Palmer Invitational. From Sam Saunders one-off custom shoes to ubiquitous red-yellow-white-green umbrellas, seemingly every brand, big and small, has a unique take on paying homage to the incomparable Mr. Palmer.

In partnership with PRG, one of the world’s leading suppliers of innovative, high-quality bespoke golf accessories, MyGolfSpy readers have an exclusive opportunity to win limited-edition Arnold Palmer themed goods, created by PRG as part of its new multi-year agreement with Arnold Palmer Enterprises.

WHAT WILL BE AVAILABLE:

One of each of the following:

Ball marker
Pitchmark repair tool
Key ring
Money Clip
Flags (4 designs)
Tri-fold bag towel
Aqualock Cart and Caddy Towel

HOW TO ENTER:

For your chance to win one of one of the available items:

Comment below with your favorite Arnold Palmer story or memory
Follow @PRG_Golf on Twitter and click here to Tweet About the Giveaway.
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That’s it.

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CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED – THANKS TO ALL WHO ENTERED – WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
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Stev Finly

5 years ago

When I was a kid in the 60s, my dad took me and my brother to see Palmer and Nicholas play… Watching their expertise and sportsmanship in hitting the ball, and playing the game, started my life long love of golf. Gold was the one thing my father, brothers, and myself could do together and always enjoy.

Sukkeun Im

5 years ago

My favorite is his last interview at the Master. When I was young boy in Korea, he was the only golfer I knew growing up. When I came to US, I tried to follow him but he was not playing as much. It was really inspirational to see his last interview at the Master.

justin

5 years ago

It was always nice to see Arnold hitting the first drive at the Masters.

Ignacio Montero

5 years ago

My favorite story is when Palmer said ” I love how playing Seve” and Seve said that Palmer was the King.

Larry Collins

5 years ago

Saw him up close on my first, (and only) trip to Augusta in 2014. It was at the Wednesday Par 3 tournament. We were sitting along the bank between 3 and 4. Crowds starting getting bigger as if a popular group was coming up. Could not see tee shots from three, only the balls landing on green. One lands left of green trickling down towards pond, but hangs up on edge … turns out it is Arnie. He comes over surveys shot and almost falls back into pond on his follow through! I started to think about how old he was at the time and he was still out there playing. He, Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player move over to 4th tee and hit onto green – then have to walk right in front of us, along the pond, on way to green. Arms length! Everyone is cheering and saying hi. The each stop here and there to shake a hand or give a nod. I made a comment … “Nice footing Arnie, great recovery!”. He looks over, smiles, nods and says “Thought I was going in for a second there!” WOW! Great moment for me. I will never forget it!

Jay Smith

5 years ago

My Dad lived at Bay Hill in the 90s’. The first night we visited him we went to dinner at the Bay Hill Lodge. About halfway through dinner Mr. Palmer came strolling up to our table and was introduced to us and thanked us for coming. Mr. Palmer knew my Dad lived at Bay Hill. He could not have been more gracious to our table. My Dad has since passed and I think about that night often. What a thrill it was meeting a legend.

Josh Curtis

5 years ago

Was watching Arnie the other day and loved the story about how he would foot the bill when people didn’t send him a return postage for items he signed. With all the mail he would get, that would’ve had to have been hefty bill. Such a class act of a person.

Jacob Ramsey

5 years ago

My favorite fact about Arnie was that he learned how to fly a plane and then purchased his own plane to
Travel to different golf tournaments and business affairs. Who knows how his legacy would have been without his love for the sky.

Sean

5 years ago

After reading Brad Brewers terrific book, “Mentored by the King”, I decided to test whether or not it was still true that Mr. Palmer always answered his fan’s autograph requests. I wrote Mr. Palmer a sincere note, about learning the game of golf from my father and growing up in Western Pennsylvania just as Mr. Palmer had. A few months passed and I had begun to think my request was going to unanswered. After all, Mr. Palmer’s health problems were well known to the public. Sure enough, several weeks more passed when I received the photograph I had sent with my note autographed with that iconic signature. That picture will will always be a family heirloom. Thank you Mr. Palmer for always appreciating your fans!

Bruce Bach

5 years ago

I was a freshman at Wake Forest in 1959-1960 and took a required Sociology class that met on Saturday mornings. Mr. Palmer had been in the same class, with the same professor, 10 years earlier. Palmer was notorious for skipping class and playing golf. As he was walking to the course, bag over his shoulder on a Saturday, the professor called the class to the window and said, ” Look at Palmer. Skipping class again. Let that be a lesson. He will never amount to anything.” Mr. Palmer was famous and everyone knew the story.

tscdave

5 years ago

My associate’s wife worked in Arnie’s office, he signed autograph photos for us. Kind of personal, you know! Always available for the public!

Brian McClure

5 years ago

My favorite Arnold Palmer memory is of his last trip up 18 at Bay Hill. Hitting driver off the deck onto the green, thrilling the crowd one more time and flashing that warm smile that made you think was just for you was a lasting memory of what he exemplifies his entire career.

Richard

5 years ago

The best was when Arnie stopped on the bridge waved to all one last time at the British Open St Andrews,Scotland 35 years after his first British Open.I will always remember it brought tears to my eyes of an Era about to end..

Brian Moore

5 years ago

I am a 40 year old man… I literally cried during Mr. Palmers televised funeral.
I started caddying when I was 11 and went on to become a PGA Member. I never had the privilege of seeing or meeting Mr. Palmer but have been a loyal member of his Army for as looming as I can recall. Every time I get the chance to ask someone who had interacted with Mr. Palmer for a story I am never disappointed! So the reading here will be great! Mr. Palmer is my #1 request for a partner if they have golf in Heaven. Thank you all for sharing your stories. If you have had the chance to see the King I am envious! Thank you Mr. Palmer!

Jacob

5 years ago

Probably not what you’re looking for but I live his legacy drink! When I find a place that sells an Arnold Palmer I get so excited

Terry Kelso

5 years ago

It was 1978 and I was Head Professional at one of New Zealand’s leading golf clubs and we were hosting a to event on the Australasian Golf Tour, The Air NZ/Shell golf open and the main guest player was Arnold Palmer. He arrived at the course on a practice day and after signing in he strode into the pro shop and introduced himself to me and my staff. He was extremely friendly and asked if I would join him in a practice round to look at the course, which is the only Alister Mackenzie designed course in our country. Naturally, I jumped at the chance and off we went with a reasonable gallery. He was talking with everyone at every opportunity and the perfect playing companion. It was one of the most enjoyable rounds that I have ever had anywhere in the world. For the rest of the week, every day when he arrived at the course he would come in to my shop and chat with me and my staff and he would do the same before leaving the course. When the event finished on the Sunday evening he came in and expressed his thanks for all that we had done for him and the rest of the players and said that if I was ever in Orlando, to come and play Bay Hill.

The next year, I I attended a NGF Seminar in Alabama and took the opportunity to spend a weekend in Orlando with the intention to play Bay Hill. I wrote to him prior to leaving and received a reply saying that he would not be there but to call Bay Hill when I arrived in Orlando and arrange a starting time. I did this and when I arrived at the course I found that everything had been laid on for me. I couldn’t pay for anything and I had a wonderful round with great company and a day I will never forget.. When I returned home, I wrote him a heartfelt Thank You letter and his reply said what he had done at Bay Hill was nothing compared to the way that we had looked after him on his trip to New Zealand.
I had always been a fan of his from when I started playing and I rank him as one of the nicest and most sincere people in our great game. It was a sad day in my house when he died.

Martydurkin88

5 years ago

While I never had the pleasure to meet the man his mark of golf and all of sport is undeniable. His charismatic personality along with his numerous charitable endeavors will be missed.

Mark Storck

5 years ago

I was 87 pga Palmer had Hit his drive in Bunker on 16 while he was walking to the Bunker I took a picture with my Minolta 110 camera as he was walking down the fairway he looked right at me because of the click of my camera they were not allowed at the time I put it up quickly he stepped into the Bunker and hit a 5wood about 180 yds into the green about 10 feet from the flag ,He turned around and stared right at me and said now you can take your picture.

jeff

5 years ago

I never had a chance to meet Arnold, he must have a been a blast to play golf or drink a beer with! He gave back so much and always seem to treat everyone the way he would want to be treated! One of a kind!

Jack Arturo

5 years ago

So I began by telling him landing areas and shot shapes from tee to green. It was like programming an iron Byron with draws and cuts as I suggested.
On the 4th hole, he has a 12 foot putt for birdie and it slides just past the right edge. He mutters “I can’t believe it broke right”. To this point, I had not been reading his putts , and I responded with “it always breaks to the right”. (see me in the picture with the left arm/hand gesture pointing to the right).

He looks at me and says “so why didn’t you tell me that”. I retort, well I’m telling one of the best golfers in the history of the game how to hit shots and now I have to tell you how to putt too. He looks at me with a big smile and says “OK you can tell me how to putt too”.

When we get to the par 3 10th hole – 160 yards a little downhill and a slight breeze at our backs, and I gave him an 8 iron. He looks at me and says is this enough club. I said I’d hit an eight iron, and he hits it to 10 feet.

By time we get to the 16th hole, he has hit every fairway and green in regulation and burned every cup lip – so no birdies.
The 16th is an uphill par 3 (200 yards) and was playing with a stiff breeze directly into us. I gave him a 2 iron and walked up the hill to spot the balls because it had a better view for errant shots from the group. Arnie burns a 2 iron low into the wind and his ball hits 1 foot short of the green and trickles 1 foot into the 2nd cut just over the back of the green (the first green in regulation missed). As he is walking up the hill, he is looking for his ball on the green and asked me “where is it”. I said just over the back and he says “ha, finally gotcha”. I responded, well did anyone every accuse you of hitting your long irons too high, you burned it in there really low. The rest of the 4 some just chucked under their breath.

So we get to par 5 18th hole , Arnie is even par and he turns to me and I said “I need to get it under par for these guys”. I told him no problem because it is a par 5 playing down wind and it is short. He bombs a drive right up the middle and has 210 to the pin (slightly downhill and downwind) with the pin cut right middle..
I gave him a 5 iron and as he is waggling the club (the notorious Palmer waggle), he stops and begins walking to the bag I am holding about 10 feet away. I know he is coming for the 4 iron, so I place my hand over the top of it. He sees me do it and I just look at him and said “hit it hard”. He goes back over the ball and while in address over the ball he says “you better be right”.

The ball rips off the face right at the pin lands 15 feet short of the pin and stops 10 feet to the right for an eagle putt. Arnie looks up with a big grim for a shot well played. He then goes on to make the eagle 3 putt.

There were a lot of people surrounding the 18th green because the word has spread that Arnie was playing there that day. As I was walking off the green, and Arnie was shaking hands with the corporate executives, he call me to me and said wait as he was reaching into his pocket. I said I’ll drop your bag in the pro shop and not to worry because they will take care of me. Arnie says no- no come here. He peels two $100 bills from his money clip and says thanks it was fun. I then go into the pro shop and I was given another $200.

I would have done for free.

So I did get to see the King up close and personal and I really paid attention to how he treated and interacted with everyone.

What I saw was a true “people person”, how he could so easily connect with others, and why he really had the reputation that he deserved.

Robert Dwyer

5 years ago

First encounter! The Winchester Classic my first visit to a PGA Tour event. Walking past the club house my friend said there is Arnold Palmer, I said where? Right behind you! I turned and was immediately in aw. He was for all the world bigger than life. Too dumb-struck to speak I just stood their and enjoyed the moment, he said good morning and my weekend was complete.
Many years later I met Mr. Palmer at a charity Skins Game and had the opportunity to visit with him briefly. He was and is a man for the ages to be admired and respected not only for the sport but for humanity. The world needs more Arnold Palmer’s!

Chris Larres

5 years ago

Just watching his highlights, his swing was so pure and effortless. And his generosity and kindness to fans was unprecedented. I unfortunately didn’t get into golf early enough to really follow, but I wish I had.

MGoBlue100

5 years ago

In the late 80’s I worked on the committee for the Greater Grand Rapids Open, a small event on the Senior PGA Tour. Arnie was one of a few “big” names that would play almost every year (have to note that Trevino & ChiChi also were good to us) and kept that tournament afloat as we chased a big tournament sponsor. Arnie was exactly as advertised, and made everyone he came into contact with feel special. My best friend was working in the cart barn, and he has the best pic ever: he and The King, with Arnie’s arm draped over his shoulder like they were lifelong friends. He was the best, and we should all emulate his every move.

Dean Fallander

5 years ago

I was the Golf Committee Chairman at Bear Creek Golf Course ( Morrison Colorado – an Arnold Palmer Signature Course ). It was 1993 and Mr. Palmer had just finished his practice round with Jack Nicklaus at Cherry Hills Country Club. Mr. Nicklaus would go on to win.

Mr. Palmer then proceeded to pilot a private helicopter, flew to Bear Creek – landed and then a few select members and the Owner of the club watched as Mr. Palmer put into play a new tee box on #7.

Afterwords, Mr. Palmer, along with Mr. Ed Seay – stayed and talked for about 2 hours. I was privileged to sit at the table. I asked him what I thought at the time was a great question ” What is the best golf hole you have ever played ?”

He replied – ” Dean, if it is a golf hole, its great.” – Stupidest question I ever asked…..

BILL CANTRELL

5 years ago

Just after Mr. Palmer received his first Citation X jet, he and Mrs. Palmer flew it to North Carolina where I was fortunate enough to be included for a group dinner that was hosting the Palmer’s. When I had my few seconds to speak with Mr. Palmer, instead of asking another golf question, I asked him how he was enjoying his new Citation. The question surprised him, and I will never forget the look, “boyish”-devious grin and twinkle in his eye he returned…..he responded, “it’s faster than time”. God bless Mr. & Mrs. Palmer and their family. May their legacy continue to grow.

Steve Scholtz

5 years ago

Mr. Palmer’s come from behind victory at Cherry Hills after Bob Drum told him he ha no chance.

WILLIAM O. WILLIAMS

5 years ago

In the early 1990’s my 3 year old daughter and I attended the Quicksilver Open in Pittsburgh, PA. We were standing by the17th green when Mr.Palmer walked by her as she was clapping and squealing for him . He stopped in front of her and got a huge smile on his face , started laughing out loud and reached down and picked her up !! She was overwhelmed with joy as I was. She hugged his neck tightly and gave him a big kiss on the lips !!! Everybody around the green went crazy …..He smiled and laughed hardily !! When he set her back down , she grabbed his pants leg and didn’t want to let him go. He quickly reached into his pocket and gave her ball, a tee, and a $20 bill and told me to get her anything she wanted !!! She let him loose and held onto that ball like it was a diamond !!
ohhh, If i had only had a cellphone camera back then . But the memory of this kind and gentle man on that day will stick with me forever !!!!

TC

5 years ago

What a great story. I’ll bet that your (now grown) daughter still remembers this special memory. Arnie was special.

Ray Lizzio

5 years ago

A marketing genius – who would a thought the Golf Channel would be a success – him !

Mark Mahlstedt

5 years ago

I met Mr.Palmer at the 1999 Senior Open and he was so friendly to everyone in Iowa, what a true gentleman he was!

Tom Wolfe

5 years ago

On my one and only trip to Augusta National for the Masters in 2000, I was able to follow Mr. Palmer, along with Mr. Nicklaus and the then young Australian phenom Aaron Baddeley for a few holes. I was intrigued by the two veterans, heroes of the game, taking the time to show the young first timer some of the nuances required to play Augusta National. It made me realize we all can be better mentors to those that follow us, no matter what profession you are in!

Ron McKinley

5 years ago

His humility.

Alex Varga

5 years ago

Arnold writing letters to golf players of their accomplishment of the course. Winning is great but being recognized by the icons of the game is awe inspiring.

Sage

5 years ago

Driver off deck!

Carson

5 years ago

Driver off the deck has to be one of my top favorites for Arnie. Other than that it was watching old footage of him playing and his overall love of the game.

Bob Trimble

5 years ago

It was 6 or 7 years ago at a Wednesday practice round at the Masters. I came around a corner and there was The King. I was too awestruck to ask for an autograph or anything else. Arnie smiled directly at me and I smiled back. What a special man at a Special Place

Dylan

5 years ago

Driver off deck! And teeing it up before the masters. Can’t not mention one of the greatest drinks of all time! Cheers Arnie!

Anthony Maros

5 years ago

Played at Bayhill 3 years ago. Was the time of my life! I lost a lot of balls in the water. It is so neat to see the tournament on TV now after playing there.

Javier

5 years ago

My favorite Arnie moment is not really a moment at all, it is all of the stories told that concrete the legend and the man that is the King. Every story is about how gracious, kind, and considerate the man was and how, even if you never met him, he touched your life in some way on and off the course. Truly a gentleman among men, we can all learn a little something from him. You are truly missed Mr. Palmer by all, there will never be another like you but we can strive to try and live up to the example you have left.

Andrew Hokenson

5 years ago

I never got to watch him play but I remember him in his later years out on the course having fun with the players during his namesake events.

Marc Luciano

5 years ago

Golfers need to remember Arnie not just as one of the Greats.But as a Man of Great Humility.He embraced the Game and It’s fans with understanding & empathy. He had a Great sense of Humor as well as a Great discipline.He isn’t just another guy from Latrobe he’s ARNIE!

Michael Artegiani

5 years ago

I read a story back in 2016 that struck a cord with me and I still remember it to this day. It seems it’s something people of today should really take to heart and live with. This is from Golf.com and a quote from Peter Jacobsen.

Peter Jacobsen, seven-time PGA Tour winner:

I met him while playing a practice round at the Bing Crosby Pro-Am at Pebble Beach. I don’t recall the year. I cut across a hole and looked back, and I saw that it was Arnold Palmer. I was so embarrassed. He walked up on the next tee, stuck his hand out and said, “Hey, do you mind if we join you?” When it was clear that I had cut in front of him! My heart was pounding out of my chest, but he treated me as an equal. That’s the kind of guy he is, and that’s the kind of image he projects—one of inclusion, not exclusion.

George Plummer

5 years ago

Favorite moment was driver off the deck at 18 of the API. I believe that was a young Sam Sanders on the bag as well.

Shannon Severson

5 years ago

In 1989 I was stationed in San Diego. I did side work cleaning for my aunt. She drove us to a new Medical Facility right across from Torrey Pines in La Jolla. I had no idea where I was and no idea I was right across the street from Torrey Pines. We got thirsty and at that time the Facility did not have anything, we were the post construction cleaning crew. I said hey lets walk over the the golf course club house and get a pop. We walk into the Snack Bar area, get a Pop and I hear the Loud speaker page Arnold Palmer for a phone call. I started laughing, looked at the clerk and said yeah right like Arnie would be here. He pipped up, “You know your at Torrey Pines right?” Granted it wasn’t a story of seeing him, or something that he did, but none the less, that moment sticks with me 30 years later.

Darren Thomas

5 years ago

Arnie and Jack were waiting on the tee at the now defunct Fred Meyer Challenge. Two attractive ladies walked by eating ice cream. Arnie nudged Jack and said ” I want ice cream”. Jack got this big grin and said “I bet you do!’ Classic!!

Samuel Maldonado

5 years ago

My facvorite memory of Mr Palmer was when they showed his personnel Lear jet fly by at his memorial.Arnie loved to fly

Samuel Maldonado

5 years ago

My facvorite memory of Mr Palmer was his interview on Golf Channel.When Peter Kessler acused him for using a illegal driver.Peter Kessler accused him of that and tried to go to commercial.Mr Palmer said wait a minute I have a little bit to say on this and just hold on and hold up on going to commercial.Mr Palmer defended himself and the use of the driver,which eventually led to Peter Kesslers removal and pretty much his career.Dont mess with the king

DOC

5 years ago

I never had a chance to meet the man. But from the stories I hear he seemed like a great guy.

Scott Bradford

5 years ago

A a child I can’t tell you how many golf tournaments my father and I watched with Mr. Palmer, Mr. Nicklaus, and Mr, Player on television. The crowds were unbelievable. Even better time spent with Dad.

Rob

5 years ago

My favorite memory was watching Arnold Palmer tee off and hit his second shot at the 2015 Open Championship in St. Andrews, Scotland. Probably one of the last shots he hit and in such a magical place.

Jeff Harvey

5 years ago

Being a bit younger, my only memories are of Palmer teeing off before the first round at Augusta, but at least I got to see him.

Brian Vincent

5 years ago

Driver off the deck!! That was amazing. I’m not old enough to remember him playing. Also his tee shots to start the masters were appointment television.

Steve Myrvold

5 years ago

When I was about 16 years old ( I am 75 now) Arnold came to our average town in central Illinois to do an expedition fund raiser for a local hospital.
He parred every par 4 and par 3 and birdied every par 5. Never made a putt. On number 18, a dogleg left par 4, I secured a spot directly right in back of the tee box. Mr. Palmer turned and asked me “where do I hit it here, son.” I said Right at the clubhouse with a little draw.” He pulled out his driver and I said “a 3 wood would be plenty for you”.
He put the driver back and hit the prettiest draw I have ever seen. Then he turned and shook my hand and said “thanks!”. All I remember that he had hands like a catcher’s mitt. And a very firm grip.
I have kept this memory for almost 60 years now.

David Coleman

5 years ago

My brother got to caddy one year at the Seminole Pro Member. To quote the great Stuart Scott that was cooler than the other side of the pillow!

David Woodbury

5 years ago

In 1967 i was seeing a buddy off to basic training at the Salt Lake City Airport, when Mr. Palmer walked past me. As he went out to his private plane, I was standing at the sliding door and just staring at him. All he had to do was wave to me and I would have been thrilled. But when he saw me, he set his briefcase down and came back to the door and shook my hand and talked with me for 2 minutes. Just like him to go beyond the norm for people.

Todd Williams

5 years ago

never got to see him in person but i love the pic of him and Tiger laughing it up after Tiger’s last win a Bay Hill.

Chad

5 years ago

1985 PGA championship cherry hills #1 tee. Everyone shouting “Driver Arnie!!!”

Marcelo Quiñones

5 years ago

My Brother-In-Law and I took a golf trip to Orlando and after a round played at the Golden Bear, we headed to Bayhill to look at the course and get some souvenirs. We were in the golf shop for about 5 minutes when someone said that Mr. Palmer was out in the driving range. I immediately grabbed a random golf cap and told the salesperson that I would be back to pay for it. My BIL waited about 10 minutes and approached Mr. Palmer and asked for an autograph and picture! I sent the picture to my wife and she asked “who’s the old guy?” I told her who it was and she said who’s that! Needless to say, she surprised me I. My 55th birthday with the picture I sent her and had it autographed by Mr. Palmer.

Mark Sollenberger

5 years ago

I was working at a bank that bought some Equibank branches in Latrobe, and we held a meet and greet for the business community at Latrobe Country Club. As the evening progressed, I was standing by the entrance to the room when someone grabbed my elbow and ask “is everything going OK in here?” It was Mr Palmer who then proceeded to join the party when everyone saw him. He spent 45 minutes talking, signing autographs, and taking pictures. When we ask him to have some food he said thank you but he was already late to his birthday party in another room, and he was sure his family was probably a little pissed. That is Arnold Palmer. By the way, after Mr. Palmer touched my elbow, I swear my slice disappeared for awhile.

Mike D.

5 years ago

I got the opportunity to attend an exhibition match at the Laurel Valley Country Club not far from Arnie’s Latrobe Country Club course. Many PGA Tour players were there like Steve Stricker, Scott Hoch, Larry Mize, Craig Stadler and Fuzzy Zoeller to name a few. Arnold had to be in his early 70s by then but still playing some very good golf. What impressed me most is that not only were the fans always forming around Arnie wherever he went but the PGA Tour players also seemed so much in awe of him. It was a show of well-deserved respect by them since he was still the King. The greatest thing about Arnie was that he was great with the kids in the gallery and took the time to talk to the crowd on every tee since this was an exhibition match. Arnie always looked people in the eyes when he talked to them. What a great, charismatic guy.

Nick Aquilino

5 years ago

I was walking along a cart path at the Bay Hill club with Dave Pelz and former touring pro Allen Miller when Arnold walked out of a locker room about 75 yards in front of where we were walking. Miller says “hey there is Arnie, Want to say hello?’ Of course we said yes and Allen called to him. We get to Arnie and he shakes your hand, looks you in the eye and talks like you are one of his long lost friends. It is something a golfer would never forget. It is little wonder he was loved by so many…………………….

Dave Codling

5 years ago

I went to Arnold Paler Invitational in 1980 and i was standing about 5 feet from Mr. Palmer and it was just him and I, I wanted to talk to him but I was so in awe that I couldn’t get anything out.

Paul Rebman

5 years ago

My brother Dave, his wife Teresa, and I were at the driving range at the AT&T Pebble Beach tournament. We were watching several players hit balls, but when Teresa saw Mr. Palmer heading toward us, leaving the range, she was so excited and really wanted to meet him and get his autograph. Dave and I didn’t want to bother him, but Teresa persisted. She didn’t have anything for him to autograph, so I gave her my visor. She was so excited, walked right up to him, politely introduced herself and asked for his autograph. He was so very gracious in meeting her, smiling and chatting with her. He signed the visor for her, and even posed with her for a picture. It was a wonderful experience, one that we’ll never forget. Oh, Teresa kept the visor. :-)

Ernie Balassa

5 years ago

I caddied for Sam Parks Jr, 1935 US Open winner at Oskmont, Alcoma Country Club, Pittsburgh, PA (Now Three Lakes) during the Tam O Shantor tournament in August 1948 at the age of sixteen which was Arnold Palmer’s first PGA Tournament

Charles Keller

5 years ago

I remember the pastor of our church telling us he was going to keep his sermon short so all of the parishioners could get home to watch Arnold win the masters. This was 1964 and Arnold did just that.

Fred

5 years ago

When I learned that the King laid more pipe than Tiger, I thought, now there was a man. Winnie carried on.

Moe

5 years ago

I met Mr. Palmer at a Special Olympics event in Baltimore. I was able to attend a pre-event social as I caddied for a local TV sportscaster and wore an Augusta caddie coverall with Palmer on the back. My son attended with me. When we met him I was surprised at how big his hands were, mine disappeared in his when we shook. My son asked him to sign a Nike golf hat, Arnie was a Callaway pro. He signed it with a smile. Not only a great golfer, but an outstanding man!!

Doug Kershaw

5 years ago

My father had the pleasure of meeting Arnold , while in Australia many years ago, he was true gentleman , and his legend was well deserved.

Joe butts

5 years ago

I met Mr.Palmer and drank a beer with him at the pga convention in Florida pre tiger woods this was when Annika sorenstom was dominating, I remember how big his hands were when shook then and how gentle he talked and smiled , we only talked about how many people were at the show and how he gets tired of talking about him so he then started asking new about my game and why I got into the good profession etc it was a good talk for about 30 mins and that’s it he went in his way and I had to go back to the grind

Tim Pish

5 years ago

Love being a member of Arnie’s Army.

Rod_CCCGOLFUSA

5 years ago

I met Mr. Palmer as a volunteer working the Senior Open at Congressional CC. He was gracious to each of us, signing autographs and asking about our golf. Later, I sent him a photo of my little grandson attempting golf. Right away, he sent back an encouraging note to both of us. I kept the note as a reminder to my grandson of how a gentleman should treat others. There was never a better one than Mr. Palmer.

John Sweat

5 years ago

I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Palmer at the Masters several years ago. He was such genuine gentlemen and was kind enough to sign my Master pairing sheet. It is my favorite piece of memorabilia.

David Hinton

5 years ago

I attended the Arnold Palmer Junior Golf Academy in 1978. I got to sit right at his feet on the Bay Hill range. He was there and about to travel to St. Andrew’s to play the Open, which Jack won. I got to ask him a question. I asked him if he’d ever wound up closer to the wrong pin on one of the double greens which he said yes. I’ve got a framed Bay Hill scorecard signed by him along with my diploma from the Academy. Truly one of my greatest moments from my youth.

Casey Babinski

5 years ago

I love all the stories about Arnie’s club collection over the years. He had thousands of clubs in his shop and they all had a story. Very relatable for the everyday golfer.

Joseph Freeman

5 years ago

Mr Palmer came and visited my hometown of Wake Forest NC several years ago. He went to to local and famous hot dog shop, signed some things and talked and shook hands. He then drove down to what is now the nine hole course where he played as a college student here. He talked, signed, laughed, and even walked the course a little. I was young, and did not recognize the the specialness of the occasion, just why I couldn’t play. I did not shake his hand, but he did scruff my hair and ask how I played. I replied not very good. He chuckled.

Eric Schmitt

5 years ago

A good friend shared this story. My friend was golfing with 3 guests at Latrobe CC in PA and they happened to see Arnie on the property in the grill room area. My friend knew Arnie on a limited basis and offered to introduce his guests to Arnie. As they were talking Arnie asked what everyone was drinking. One of the guests answered that he was drinking a “John Daly”. Arnie asked what that was. The guest replied that it was an Arnold Palmer with vodka. Arnie replied, “do you know what I call that?” The guest shook his head. Arnie replied, “an Arnold palmer with vodka”. I love it!

Mike

5 years ago

My favorite Arnold story took place circi 2006-7 at Bay Hill. We were on our annual golf trip with 2 foursomes playing in front of Arnold regular group. I think they were referred to the cat house. I asked the starter if Mr Palmer would mind if i asked him for an autograph. He said Mr Palmer would feel honored, and in fact has a sharpee in his rear pant pocket. Following our-round, we were enjoying a few beers in the mens grill. Looking us straight in the eyes, Mr Palmer came up to us and graciously asked if we enjoyed our round. This was my opportunity to ask for his autograph. Sure enough, he pulled a sharpee out of his pocket and signed his name the scorecard ( i still have it) in the most artistic handwriting. My buddy asked him to play in a card trick. My Palmer loved it. He made us feel like were long time members of Bay Hill. This brief encounter gave us an understanding of what kind of pwrson he was. I found him to be extremely humble. I will forever remember this expwrience. Long live his Legacy, AP.

jON

5 years ago

As an 8-year-old attending my first Western Open, I was having no luck getting players to sign autographs. That is, until Arnie saw me. Been a fan of, not only Arnie, but golf ever since.

Ben s

5 years ago

My favorite Arnie moment is how he treated others and how others respected him. He always signed the most autographs. Spent the most time listening. Always making others feel more important but we all knew he was king. He was simply the greatest. He swung his swing and no one else’s. We miss that old guy that’s for sure.

Bill Kroen

5 years ago

As a Marine officer and member of the Camp Pendleton golf team, I was assigned as a head Marshall at the tournament of Champions at La Costa.= in 1969. Marines were used as Marshalls in those days. As Arnold was finishing, a young Marine asked me where he could get a picture odf Arnie. I told him where to stand but when Arnie came by, the surge of the crowd around him was large and the Marine could not get the picture. After walking by about fifteen feet, Arnie turned around and made his way through the crowd and stood in front of the Marine. He said, “Go ahead son and take your picture. Ir was a little something that he did not have to do but it is why is the KING.

Scott Menard

5 years ago

My favorite thing about arnie was that swing and that he was such a great man an ambassador of the game.

Steve kerr

5 years ago

My favorite memory was watching him hit driver off the deck on 18 at bay hill in 2004 and getting it on the green close to hole with his grandson Sam Saunders on the bag

Jeremy Conrad

5 years ago

2004 Driver off the deck on #18 of the Arnold Palmer invitational. Truly inspiring to see that on the last hole and his last time playing in the tournament.

Clete D

5 years ago

I’m too young to remember his playing days, but tuning into the Masters to see him tee it up was awesome!

Ken Maleske

5 years ago

My favorite memory is being in Orlando for a conference and took a ride to Bay Hill. I took a walk around and bought a shirt and flag. I asked them if I could have Mr. Palmer sign it and have it shipped to me because it was a day when he wasn’t scheduled to be there. All of the sudden one of the staff said, “Arnie’s here!” I grabbed my flag and ran out of the pro shop and got to shake his hand. One of my favorite experiences ever! #arniesarmy

Kevin

5 years ago

The Driver Off The Deck with the Callaway GBBll with Sam as Caddy. I just remember it for some odd reason I believe it was his last tournament at Bay Hill in 2003. I remember I needed the GBBll with green NV shaft. Also the thumbs up was always great to see

Tim O'Connor

5 years ago

My mom absolutely loved loved Mr Palmer. My earliest memories of golf on tv would be my mom throwing me and my brothers out of the living room when he was on. That’s how I fell for game.

Scott Gobel

5 years ago

My favorite memory is the day I actually met arnild Palmer.
A friend and I were playing a round locally in Monterey and decided to drive over after and have lunch at the Tap Room at Pebble Beach.
While eating our great prime rib chili, we noticed a table toward the back that had a group sitting. The waiter said, “do you know who that is over there?”. We said no and he said that’s the King. Mr.Palmer’s back was turned to us so we really couldn’t tell.
After a several minute debate with my friend and I, we finally decided to at least try and say hello to hi.
I have to say, the man didn’t have to even acknowledge us, but rather he got up from his chair and actually started talking to us. We both felt like we had joined his lunch party for the brief 2 minutes he took with us.
Wow. It really was incredible how warm and nice he was. We both got pictures with us and it is my scteensave on my phone to this day. Really just an amazing day.
Scott

Steve Sowa

5 years ago

My favorite was when I saw Arnold play in person for the first time. I watched him practice before the round at Quicksilver in
Pittsburgh.. Afterwards I was lucky enough to meet and shake hands with him. I was also able to get his autograph – which I still have.

Scott Megaffin

5 years ago

My opportunity to meet Mr. Palmer was in the Fall of 2002 while staying at the Bay Hill Club in Orlando. There were three of us, we played early morning golf then went into the grill room for lunch. I asked our waiter, “does Mr. Palmer ever come to the club?” He responded, “every day, in fact Mr. Palmer will likely be coming in shortly.” Sure enough about 5 mins later in came Arnold Palmer, saying hello to nearly everyone. The waiter told him that I had asked if he were coming in, Mr. Palmer turned and looked over to our table, he then walked over and introduced himself. We all stood up to to shake his hand. He asked about our golf, one of the guys asked him to autograph his placemat which he did with the scorecard pencil. He then turned to me and asked, “would you like an autograph too?” I said, “no just shaking his hand was enough for me.” Arnold Palmer shook my hand again and put his arm around me, he said, “you boys ever come back here, let ’em know in the pro shop that you want to play with me, I will gladly be your fourth,” he chuckled. I will never forget that day.

Scotty

5 years ago

The quote by Palmer that I share with my students:
“The secret of concentration is the secret of self-discovery. You reach inside yourself to discover your personal resources, and what it takes to match them to the challenge.”

David Streeter

5 years ago

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Grady Malachowski Sr.

5 years ago

WHEN HE STARTED HIS CANCER CENTERS IN WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA!

Lance Kulman

5 years ago

My favorite memory of Mr. Palmer was during one of the Senior Tour’s events here in Seattle at Inglewood Golf & Country Club. A friend had asked if I would like to help marshall for a couple of days since they were short handed and I said yes. The first day I briefly met Mr. Palmer while I was spotting on 10th fairway and talking with Vincente Fernandez, but on the second day I was covering the green and I spoke to him for about 30 seconds. A real gentleman and sportsman, but he did have a bit of a temper when he hit a bad shot. Vincente and I both heard him across the fairway muttering to himself after pushing his tee shot into the right rough. The great thing about Mr. Palmer was he got over his irritation very quickly. By the time he got to the green he was all smiles and had his game face on.

William Duncan

5 years ago

Famous saying Swing your own Swing.

Randy Tabler

5 years ago

The first golf tournament I ever attended was the 1970 Byron Nelson, at Preston Trail in those days. I was a bit lost trying to find my way around. I headed down the side of a fairway, no one else was there, seemed odd until I hit a dead end. I was half way between the tee and green in a little cut back into the woods. A ball comes my way and stops just on the other side of the ropes, but it’s tree hooked badly no real shot at the green. As the players get closer I see Arnie walking right at me. He walks up to his ball, hands on hips, looks at me and says “this is a hell of a mess isn’t it.” I could only laugh. He promptly grabbed a club hit hard around the trees and when the cheering started I realized he put it on. On Sunday he lost in a playoff with Jack.

Michael McLaughlin

5 years ago

So having never actually meeting Arnold Palmer the only story I have is the day I added Segram 7 to my Arnold Palmer drink. Been my go to ever since!!!!

Lee Brown

5 years ago

Mr. Palmer was playing in a charity event in Greenville, SC hosted by Jay Haas. Two of our women amateurs were assigned to Arnie’s group to score and assist. The ladies brought some hats over from two ladies in the gallery following him. Arnie told them to let him know when someone wanted something signed and he preferred to go to them to give them his autograph. I was caddying for Peter Jacobsen in the same event. Peter was warming up next to Arnold. Arnie was searching for a tee when I walked over to give him one. He said “thank you, but they pay me to use these STP tees. I’d better use them.”

James Kincaid

5 years ago

As I recall it was 1990 @Jack Nicklaus Kings Island Golf Coursein Mason, Ohio where the last threesome on the Senior Tour was: Jack Nicklaus, Lee Trevino and Arnold Palmer. The crowed following this group was amazing. To a person everyone was rooting for Arnold and what an exhibition of great golf they produced. At the end Nicklaus and Trevino wavec and thanked the gallery for a great day. Arnold Palmer went to the driving range for more practice. At least 100 people followed him to the range. He conversed with everyone as he practiced and thanked all for coming. As he finished he asked if someone had a marker so he could sign some autographs. He signed everything that was put in front of him and made each person feel special. It’s no wonder he was called King by fellow golfers. He was the greatest ambassador for not only golf but all sports. That was a day we’ll all remember as there will never be another Arnold Palmer.

Roger Stewart

5 years ago

My favorite memory involving Mr Palmer was during a trip to Orlando. I had just gotten into golf at the young age of 50 (something) and booked a room at Bay Hill Lodge. It happened to be during the 50th Anniversary of the founding of Bay Hill and we were treated like royalty; bottle of wine, hordevours, a flag, and other amenities. I asked if all guests received such a welcome and I was told that Mr Palmer extends his apologies that he couldn’t personally welcome my wife and I to Bay Hill. I had always liked Mr Palmer, but after this welcome, his stock went to the top with me. It honestly hurt when I heard of his passing.

albatrossx3

5 years ago

Arnie had a presence on the course, people in the gallery consistently said that he was looking right at them as he walked the fairways. One year, during the American Golf Classic at Firestone my parents were following him in a practice round, and as he walked from the third green to the fourth tee, he was surrounded by kids wanting an autograph and my mother. When the fairway cleared, the marshals started moving the crowd off the tee, Arnie pointed to my mother, and said wait here on the tee, his group teed off, and he walked my mother all the way to his ball, signing an autograph and talking the whole way. Maybe it was the pretty young mother, or just Arnie being Arnie, but that story has been told many times. And shows that no matter what, he was willing to take an extra minute to be with his fans. That is what being a true professional and gentleman is all about.

Al Fiscus

5 years ago

Arnie’s last Major was the PGA in Tulsa OK (Southern
Hills).. After melting Thursday afternoon, Arnie hits it
great Friday morning.. After making absolutely nothing
on the greens all day, he’s got 20+ feet for par on 18..
With packed stands around 18 & parallel 9th, Arnie drills
it, and we exploded for what must have been 2 minutes..
Unforgettable doesn’t come close !!

Vern H

5 years ago

My favorite memory of Arnold Palmer was following him at the Houston Open when it was held at Memorial Park golf course. He always had time for people in the crowd. It was that event that got me really interested in playing golf. As Bob Hope always said “Thanks for the memories”. Mr. Palmer was my hero on the golf course and in real life. thank you Arnie.

DONJ MARRA

5 years ago

In the early 80’s I was staying at Bay Hill and had the opportunity to tee it up with some Jr. Pro’s playing behind Mr. Palmer’s “gangsome”. It was a total hoot to see Mr. Palmer in his own cart and all these others criss crossing the fairways and hitting their ball when they arrived. No honors. Mr. Palmer was cutting up, hugging, laughing all in his ‘gangsome’. Must have been 8 or 12 playing. It was a thrill to see this great man just being an ordinary man playing with his buddies.

Gil Bloomer

5 years ago

I won a contest years ago on The Golf Channel and met Mr. Palmer on the driving range at the SAS tournament in Cary, NC. I explained to him how we came about being there from CT and he smiled, shook our hands, signed my hat, and said thank you to me for watching the Golf Channel and him. A true gentleman. We need more men like him not only in golf, but life. Miss you Arnie.

Nancy H

5 years ago

There’s been so many…and none more touching than the letters penned across the years through all of Golf, including PGA, LPGA, web.com and Players Champion Tours Rory had just won the 2011 US Open and Arnold Palmer’s letter that resonates to this day with profound advice and all that can be done to grow the game with the power possessed. True ambassador.

Will

5 years ago

Saw Anrie at a few events; thought is was remarkable that he stood for so long, giving autographs. I had a friend’s birthday coming up soon & I wrote to Arnie, asking if he would be kind enough to provide an autographed picture for my friend; He sent a very nice letter back to me, including 2 – 8×10 autographed color photographs, personalized to my friend & I. Truly a class person; you’ll not see another like him in our lifetime…

Steve Malley

5 years ago

I got lucky when the then known as the Senior Tour Tournament in Atlanta @ the Country Club of The South. Mr. Palmer, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus, Lee Trevino were all on the practice putting green. I go a few pictures. Then a guard official ask me I was taking pictures? I replied, NO. I have those 35mm pictures to this day. I don’t plan on selling them

Josh Anderson

5 years ago

My favorite Arnie memory is hear my dad and mom talk about the time at the US Open at Oakmont that they got to walk across the interstate with Arnie. He was larger than life. One of my dads favorite memories for sure.

Bill Erbes

5 years ago

Arnie was the first pro in the history of his sport to make a hole in one on the same tournament hole two days in a row. One week shy of his 57th birthday at the Chrysler Cup PGA Seniors tournament – TPC at Avenel stadium on the 187 yard par 3 with a 5 iron! Not likely that that will ever happen again…

wbn

5 years ago

I will always remember that he was a tough competitor but also a true gentleman who always gave back and never let his status get in the way. We need more like him.

James TerHaar

5 years ago

My greatest of Arni was when he hit a driver off the deck and curved it right around the fairway and put it on the green to shoot for a birdie

Mark Wenrick

5 years ago

I got to drop balls for Arnold Palmer at the Portland Golf Club range and walk 5-6 practice holes with him and Jack at the age of 14. Made a lasting impression. True gentlemen.

Bill Ferretti

5 years ago

Arnold’s friend since kindergarten and his physician told me he and his wife were guests of the Palmers one year at the API, and when Arnold finished his practice round, he and late first wife Winnie and their guests piled into Arnold’s four-seater golf cart.
Fans surrounded the cart on the short journey to the Palmer residence, a trip made long as Arnold stopped to sign autographs—even in the pouring rain.
After a while Winnie told Arnold to stop signing and to drive home because, “We’re all getting soaked.” Arnold exploded, “Winnie, no. If these people are willing to get wet for an autograph, I’m stopping; I don’t care how long it takes.”

seth underwood

5 years ago

Meet Mr Palmer 8yrs ago Monday after the Masters to discuss designing a course in Bulgaria Eastern Europe. After our presentation of the project he looks at me & says’ Son we be happy to work with you, I have a great team but you know I don’t need to be flying around the world at my age! ‘ only the KING could be so honest in such a gracious manner. Sadly we never made the deal to showcase AP design

Michael Parsons

5 years ago

Seeing as how I’m the first in my family to really get into golf, I don’t have many memories of Mr. Palmer playing, I just know it was always a special thing for Mr. Palmer, Mr. Nicklaus and Mr. Player to hit the ceremonial tee shots to start The Masters off in fashion.

Brian Kluttz

5 years ago

This will be a little out of the ordinary for Arnie stories. I was never much of a golfer growing up, but my grandfather was a huge Arnold Palmer fan. We would visit my grandparents and I would sit and watch tournaments with my grandfather even though golf was the “boring” sport. My grandfather also had an Ohio Arts Arnold Palmer tabletop golf game. The game “board” was shaped like a straight golf hole with a felt green. It came with obstacles that would fit onto the board and you hit a pea sized cork ball with a push button mechanical club. Me and my cousins would spend hours playing that thing.

I know it’s an atypical Arnie story, but it’s what I’ve got.

Sinewave

5 years ago

June 3, 2008 at the USGA museum in Bedminster. NJ for The Arnold Palmer Center for Golf History. I stood right next to AP as he signed autographs for kids. I was 54 years old and just stood there in awe.
I later received his autographed photo in the mail.
Miss you AP!

Mike

5 years ago

It’s a little different but I would say the TV commercial where he calls Santa direct on his private phone and makes sure all the kids in the Arnold and Winnie Palmer pediatric hospital has Christmas presents when they wake up. I think really tells you what he stood for.

John Courtney

5 years ago

Lee Trevino’s story of playing with Arnie in his last competitive round, and hoping to get a famous signed umbrella logo ball but Arnold Palmer put so many in the water, Lee Trivino thought he was going to have to get one of his own balls signed!

Jody Miller

5 years ago

Not really one incident….just a lifetime of “policing” his peers on the PGA Tour. If another player was dis-respecting the traditions of the game, Mr. Palmer would not hesitate to provide some “mentorship” and “guidance” to said player.

Just a Class Act that upheld the traditions of the game.

Bob Steel

5 years ago

I was assigned to assist Mr. Palmer at the Jackson T. Stephens Charitable Golf Tournament at the Alotian Club. He said, “If you’re gonna be working for me, you’re gonna need one of these.” He reached into his pocket and pulled out one of those famous umbrella pins. He handed it to me and I thought I was going to cry.

Norman Powell

5 years ago

in 1989, I had to fly from San Jose to Austin for a job interview and my flight was delayed. I finally got to the downtown hotel around midnight and was the last to check in, I had the last room available. The only other person at the check-in desk was no other than Mr, Palmer, in to play in the Legends of Golf Tournament at Onion Creek. I shook his hand and we talked for a few, me being an avid fan. Ended up, I told him to take my room and the hotel gave me a conference room with a roll-away. He shook my hand, placed his hand on my shoulder and thanked me. It has stayed with me all these years and I remember it like it was yesterday. What a great man!

S.P. H?

5 years ago

Winning is first PGA event, the Canadian Open at Weston in Toronto.

Edwin O'Kelley

5 years ago

The year 1965 The Lucky int.at Olympic club SF Ca walked up to Mr.Palmer between the Ninth green and the Tenth Tee I was Fourteen I watch him Tee off then asked him if he could sing my ticket which he but before i could leave he put his hand on my shoulder and we walked too his ball was in the fairway I couldn’t believe anyone could be that nice too anyone let alone me Thank You for the memories Mr. Palmer

Mike

5 years ago

It’s a little different but I would say the TV commercial where he calls Santa direct on his private phone and makes sure all the kids in the Arnold Palmer pediatric hospital has Christmas presents when they wake up. I think really tells you what he stood for.

Eric M

5 years ago

Everytime someone talks about how Arnie told them to always sign their name so the fan can read it. That kind of passion for the fan sets the example

Ciriaco Cuenco

5 years ago

My father in law, who is no longer with us wrote Arnold Palmer a letter about how he was a big fan and that he was going to be going to a tournament that was here in Hawaii that Mr. Palmer was playing and that it would be awesome to meet and shake his hand. Well, as we all know how Mr. Palmer is when it comes to taking time to meet and talk to his fans. That day when my father in law approached Mr Palmer and introduced himself and mentioned the letter that he sent. They had a good conversation and they shook hands.

Mark Voegeli

5 years ago

Mr. Palmer designed a course named “The Bog” in Wisconsin. One afternoon he went down the road to a little bar for lunch. Two guys came into the bar and saw a man sitting at the corner of the bar eating a burger and they said he looked a little like Arnold Palmer. The man smiled and said “I am Arnold Palmer “.

Mitch

5 years ago

My favorite story about Arnold is how he helped grow the British Open and added to its luster to get other Americans to go overseas. Also awesome that he helped in the development of the Golf Channel. It was amazing to watch him after his final competition round when he cried and showed his true feelings and care for his fans and the media gave him a standing/clapping ovation. RIP Arnie

Rob Fletcher

5 years ago

It was Arnold’s last Senior open. As he was coming of the course he took the time to come over and lean down to talk to my 5 year old daughter. He told here how beautiful she was as she b.c went to to shake his hand.

Bill Toomey

5 years ago

2014 Masters walking to the Par 3 course wondering when The King would tee off…I then turned to realize he was right next to me.

Scott Coldiron

5 years ago

Saw Mr. Palmer play an exhibition in Winchester, KY. He drove the ball to the green on first hole. It was amazing to watch. I was 8 and smiled all day. I have been hooked on golf ever since.

Caleb Windell

5 years ago

I remember when Arnie stayed hours after his round to sign autographs for kids, including me, at the fred meyer challenge in 1996!!

Russell Schultz

5 years ago

My favorite memory of how great a guy he was. In the documentary Arnie the simple fact that he paid over a 100 grand every year in postage just answering letters every year! So cool!!

Bill O'Keefe

5 years ago

Arnold and his wife, Winnie, appeared on Johnny Carson who asked what she did before a tournament to bring him luck. Her reply was, I kiss his balls.

Steve Bush

5 years ago

My favorite was the Sportscenter commercial with him Van Pelt and Stuart Scott watching making an Arnold Palmer in the Sportscenter cafeteria.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rONXxy9kk0

michael pasquill

5 years ago

My favorite is when he played the Point O Woods golf course when I was younger and followed him around with my late father and he asked him after a shot into number 12 that came up short what did you hit and he said not enough club it was a great memory being there with my dad and seeing the King play my course that I played as well.

Brian Warren

5 years ago

My first trip to the Masters..1987ish, I was on 13 and in the pine straw on the upper right of the hole. AP’s ball came within 5 yards of me, he had a long way to go and went for it in two, and barely hit the green. Great shot.

Caleb

5 years ago

I remember when Arnie stayed hours after his round to sign autographs for kids, including me, at the fred meyer challenge in 1996!!

Lewis Butt

5 years ago

Arnold Palmer at the 2004 Masters, a four time winner playing for his FIFTIETH straight time, with class and style as always

Michael Huston

5 years ago

Watching Arnold Palmer hitting driver off the deck in his last tournament at Bay Hills after his caddie (Sam Saunders) tells him to lay up.

Steve Troiano

5 years ago

Arnie met Winnie at the Shawnee on the Delaware resort in the Poconos of Pennsylvania. I live in the vicinity of that resort and finally played it last season. Walking through the halls of the famous resort with pictures of Arnie on the wall was very memorable for me knowing he and his wife once walked the same halls. It’s great hearing all the Arnie stories others tell.

THOMAS F PETERSEN

5 years ago

I LOVE THE STORY WHEN MR PALMER EXPLAINED TO JACK NICHOLS THAT HE SHOULD PUTT NOT CHIP WHEN THE OPPURTUNITY OCURRED CLOSE TO THE GREEN. JACK WAS ASKED HOW OFTEN HE FOLLOWED ARNOLD’S ADVICE. HE REPLIED “ABOUT ELEVEN OUT OF TEN TIMES”

Mike Reiter

5 years ago

My favorite memories are going to my grandparents house after bowling on Saturdays to sit on my Grandfathers lap and watch Arnie all day. He was my Paps favorite golfer and I now know why. He was a great man and what a legacy he left behind.

John Smith

5 years ago

I was sitting in a chair outside the Men’s locker room at Bay Hill describing what it was like playing the course and how much I loved every aspect of Bay Hill. I reported that I was looking at a painting of Arnold and Gary Player over the door so life for a golf lover could not possibly get any better. I had to correct myself moments later as Arnold was standing under the painting holding his Grandson’s hand on the way to lunch. Clearly it did get better

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