Drive, Chip, Putt Contest at Augusta

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Birdie or Bogey?

Masters unveils drive, chip and putt contest

AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) – Golf is borrowing a page from football’s ‘‘Punt, Pass and Kick’’ competition, with the finals held at the Super Bowl of golf courses - Augusta National.

The home of the Masters is opening its gates next year to 88 kids who reach the final stage of ‘‘Drive, Chip and Putt,’’ a new program announced Monday aimed at drawing more juniors to golf by making it more fun.

Augusta National, the U.S. Golf Association and the PGA of America are in charge of the program.

‘‘We all share the belief that if we can make golf fun, kids will come,’’ Augusta National chairman Billy Payne said.

[jrich99]

I remember competing in a couple of those when I was little. The ironic part, though, is that the tour is now essentially a 72 hole long drive, chip, and putt. Iron play isn’t really tested or rewarded that much.

[apples2967]

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