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A Colonial Assault

Published

16 years ago

Jun 1, 2010

One thing that Zach Johnson has proven is that he knows how to take apart a golf course. It was something Ben Hogan was great at as well so it seems appropriate that Johnson would use his talents to win the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial. Yes, he is still four wins behind the total Hogan captured at Colonial but if Johnson weekend play (64-64) is any indication, there might be a few more red plaid jackets in his future.

Of course, after an opening round of 80 at the Valero Texas Open a few weeks back (where he was the 2-time defending champion) Johnson looked far from Hogan-like.

The 34 year-old Drake University graduate, who now stretches his PGA Tour winning streak to four straight years (matching Phil Mickelson), actually says that shocking score in San Antonio helped him to the victory on Sunday. Calling it “probably one of the better things that could have happened to me,” he went on to shoot miss the cut which forced him to re-evaluate where he was at with his game – especially from a mental perspective. “I came into this week in good spirits. No pressure, nothing to lose sort of spirit and fortunately it went my way.”

Fortune had little to do with it. Skill certainly did.

You don’t shoot 259 (65-66-64-64) at Colonial Country Club without knowing how to golf your ball. It’s a new scoring record at the tournament by two shots and also a personal four-round best for Johnson on the PGA Tour. His lengthy birdie putts on holes 10, 12, 13, 15, and 17 on the back nine pushed him out of a crowded pack of golfers and ultimately launched him past his nearest rival, Brian Davis, by a three strokes. “The putter just got hot,” said Johnson who was one stroke back to start the day. Four of his seven PGA Tour victories have been of the come-from behind variety.

Despite this being his first top-ten of the year Johnson says he feels he is a stronger golfer this season. “I feel like I'm a better player now than I was last year. A better player now than I was certainly two or three years ago, whatever.

I was trying to force things for a period there. I was too concerned about Sunday on Thursday just because I felt my game was in good condition. I felt like I should be able to contend and win, and rather than letting it happen. I'm certainly okay with any outcome, missed the cut, make the cut, Top 10 win what have you, but I just wasn't putting that into play and I think, you know, certainly with some help from my sports psychologist Dr. Mo Pickens, just reaffirming that I'm doing the right things and my coaches and my trainers reaffirm me that I'm doing the right things, and I haven't deviated.

My foundation and my system remains the same. Obviously it works sometimes,” added the new champ.

Also putting on an impressive showing this week was 2010 United States Ryder Cup Captain Corey Pavin. In his 27^th appearance at Colonial the two-time champion (1985, 1996) shot 15 under par to tie for seventh place. It was the eighth top ten finish of his career at Colonial. Ben Hogan holds the record with 15 top tens (5 victories).

This report provided to GolfWRX.com by Flagstick Golf Magazine (www.flagstick.com)

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GolfWRX’s Father’s Day Gift Guide (2026)

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2 days ago

Jun 9, 2026

GolfWRX Staff

A reminder from your friends at GolfWRX: Father’s Day is June 21. And as we do every year, we’re rounding up the best gifts for dad.

As we say every year, there’s no better golf-related Father’s Day gift than a round of golf with pops. Be it a country club or your favorite muni, take the time to get together to play 18 if you can.

Let’s get to the gifts.

Ghost Golf Qualifier Diamond Polo

We like the new polos that Ghost is offering, as the fabric and fit are so good. These new Qualifier Collection polos breathe well, are lightweight, stretch with your swing, and of course look great. You can wear them on the course, in the office, or just out at a casual event and they will fit right in.

Buy here.

STR8-Strip Grip Tape Remover

If your dad is an equipment aficionado and tinkers with his clubs, this tool works wonders. Removing grip tape has never been easier, just put a little head on the tape and the STR8-Strip peals it right off the shaft without any damage.

Buy here.

Why Golf: Putting Thing

When it comes to practice, it is good to have a purpose. This “Putting Thing” sure does it. We know from personal experience how challenging it can be and how rewarding it is on the practice green. This also provides some competition for your kiddo to see who will unload the dishwasher or do the next chore around the house.

Buy here.

OluKai Lae‘ahi Men’s Breathable Slip-On Shoes

Riding to and from the course in style and comfort is always a good thing. If you’re in a hurry, it’s a nice feature to slide into your shoes and get to the tee time. For the post-game shoe, at your locker or while putting your clubs away in the car. Nice to slide into a shoe that looks good anywhere. Pair that with meeting the family for dinner, no need to change!

Buy here.

Therabody Theragun Relief

A little wellness goes a long way. Keeping loose is a good way to go when it comes to the weekend game or treatment during the week. If there is a little ache or pain, the Theragun is there to help out. Help loosen up the back for a pre-game warm-up or cool-down.

Buy here.

World Cup golf apparel

Something for the soccer dads. Embrace the World Cup fever this summer on the course with custom gear to support the nation of your choice.

Buy here.

FootJoy Pro SL spikeless golf shoes

Give the old man a break and save his feet with the Footjoy Pro SL Men’s Spikeless Golf Shoes for some added comfort on the course.

Buy here.

Bushnell Wingman 2 GPS speaker

Combine all the hits as well as some game improvement with the Wingman 2 Golf GPS Speaker by getting audible distance readings from 38,000+ courses worldwide through the Wingman 2 remote or speaker.

Buy here.

Personalized Titleist Pro V1 golf balls

The No. 1 ball in golf is a safe bet, and the Pro V1 fits the largest chunk of the bell curve if you don’t know what ball pops plays. Add personalization for a, well, personal touch!

Buy here.

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Photos from the 2026 OccuNet Classic

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2 days ago

Jun 9, 2026

GolfWRX Staff

With the PGA Tour across the border in Canada this week, GolfWRX Tour Photographer Greg Moore stayed stateside and headed to the OccuNet Classic presented by Amarillo National Bank in Amarillo, Texas.

It’s always interesting to see what the guys are playing on the KFT, and this week certainly hasn’t disappointed so far, with some incredible wedge stamping on display.

Check out links to all our albums below.

General Albums

2026 OccuNet Classic (KFT) – Monday #1

WITB Albums

Pullout Albums

Luke Potter’s custom Cameron putter – 2026 OccuNet Classic (KFT)

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From the GolfWRX Classifieds: Scotty Cameron GOLO 6 with BGT Stability Tour2 2022 M Edition

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2 days ago

Jun 9, 2026

Will Schube

At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals who all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.

It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.

Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, @HuskerFlyer is sharing a Scotty Cameron GOLO with a BGT Stability Tour2 2022 M Edition shaft. While the putter is certainly enviable, the Augusta-inspired shaft is equally noteworthy.

From the listing:

Scotty Cameron Golo 6 with BGT Stability Tour2 2022 M Edition Scotty Headcover 34″ $375

To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link. If you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum, you can learn more here: GolfWRX BST Rules.