Compton, a sophomore at Georgia, was 12 when he needed a heart transplant to save his life, said he sees a parallel between his life and Paul Azinger's . Compton will get to meet Azinger, who was diagnosed with cancer in 1993 but has since fought back to win the 2000 SONY Open in Hawaii, at Doral. He would lose his battle a year later. Proceeds from this tournament will go to the foundation, which helps leukemia patients and their families with expenses, funds research and assists TOUR caddies with medical and related expenses. The shotgun tournament will include 18 teams, comprised of one PGA TOUR player and caddie, one celebrity and two amateurs.
Amateur spots are still available.
PGA professionals will offer free 10-minute lessons to address any aspect of a golfer's game. The deadline for PGA members to sign up is Feb. 16. In an attempt to raise Scotland's profile, Montgomerie will carry a distinctive Scotland logo on his golf bag and speak at business functions. Texas - Adams Golf entered the women's club market, introducing the Tight Lies2 women's line of metal woods at the recent PGA Merchandise Show. LPGA Hall of Famer Carol Mann has helped lead the development and marketing team for Adams Golf's new women's line.