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Podcast: NORTH CAROLINA SPORTS NETWORK
Episode: Masters Patrons: The Heartbeat of Augusta National" #McConnellGolf #augustanational
Description: McConnell Golf presents ROAD TO AUGUSTA Ep. 3: The Patrons of Augusta National (with David Whitfield & David Chapman)Episode 3 focuses on Augusta National patrons, featuring longtime attendees and Durham natives David Whitfield and David Chapman. After highlighting McConnell Golf's 17-club Southeast portfolio and its “pure golf for the true golfer" motto, the episode explores how the Masters’ traditions are sustained by patrons who return year after year. Whitfield and Chapman recount learning to play golf at Durham's Croasdaile, the influence of architect George Cobb, share humorous memories from Chapman's NC State coach, Richard Sykes, and describe early Augusta experiences, including Whit...