Niagara Gazette Porter Cup 2009

PORTER CUP: Rain couldn't compromise event

2009-07-26T23:56:00-04:00

When the clouds finally cleared on Saturday, though, fans and organizers were treated to an incredible finish as Brendan Gielow, Andrew Yun and Cody Gribble went to a three-way playoff and Gielow captured the crown by sinking a chip from off the green on the third extra hole.

PORTER CUP: Gielow takes title in spectacular fashion

2009-07-25T23:21:00-04:00

For all the talk of Doppler images, weather cells and emergency evacuations, the 51st Annual Porter Cup will rightfully be remembered for something more significant — the most scintillating finish in the tournament’s proud history.

PORTER CUP NOTEBOOK: Wind is Mickelson downfall on final day

2009-07-25T23:14:00-04:00

Tim Mickelson had a feeling that a recent respite from golf might catch up to him at the 51st Annual Porter Cup.

PORTER CUP: Weather is the story after second round

2009-07-24T23:08:00-04:00

The unfortunate story after Friday’s second round of the storied Porter Cup wasn’t who might emerge in Saturday’s final round, but if the round will be played at all. Tim Mickelson and Mike Van Sickle share the lead.

TIM'S TAKE: Reigning champ Mitchell tempers expectations

2009-07-24T23:05:00-04:00

Adam Mitchell returned to NFCC to defend his crown, although he clearly understood that following last year’s performance would be no small feat.

PORTER CUP NOTEBOOK: Fresh from Open, Weaver keeps his focus

2009-07-24T23:03:00-04:00

Drew Weaver was considered one of the favorites to win the 51st Annual Porter Cup at Niagara Falls Country Club.

That’s a little different than his recent appearance in the U.S. Open, where Weaver came in with little fanfare.

PORTER CUP: Mother Nature claims second round

2009-07-23T23:26:00-04:00

Porter Cup organizers had Thursday night marked for an annual trip that takes golfers and their families to the Maid of the Mist.

Turned out they got a preview of the world-famous thrill ride standing outside Niagara Falls Country Club.

PORTER CUP: Mickelson among leaders after opening round

2009-07-22T23:53:00-04:00

For one sizzling back nine, Niagara Falls Country Club played the role of safe haven for Tim Mickelson on Wednesday.

The wife of his well-known brother has been fighting through a publicized battle with breast cancer. His mother underwent surgery in a Houston hospital just a week ago for the same ailment.

TIM'S TAKE: Captain Marucci still rolling along

2009-07-22T23:51:00-04:00

As the captain of the 2009 Walker Cup team — the amateur equivalent of the Ryder Cup — it’s Marucci’s job to figure out who has the intestinal fortitude to represent the good ol’ U.S. of A. in the upcoming event, which will take place in September. The Americans have a two-match, four-year winning streak in hand and Marucci wants to build on his perfect 1-0 mark as team captain.

PORTER CUP NOTEBOOK: Rough forecast for upcoming rounds

2009-07-22T23:41:00-04:00

After wreaking havoc on last year’s Porter Cup schedule, Mother Nature followed suit by handing the players a 50-minute fog delay before the opening round of the 2009 event on Wednesday.