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Jack Nicklaus looks to expand his empire.

Legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus has long has his hand in business, leading The Nicklaus Cos. for decades. However, his recent focus has been to expand the company so that it has a legacy that continues “long beyond me,” Nicklaus said in an interview with CNBC’s ” Closing Bell .” “The golf course design business … […]

Nicklaus on RC task force: ‘Just go play golf’

If you think the only real solution to the United States’ Ryder Cup woes is better play, you’ll be happy to hear from Jack Nicklaus. Speaking with NBC broadcasters Dan Hicks and Johnny Miller in the 18th tower at PGA National on Sunday, Nicklaus was asked for his take on the U.S. Ryder Cup task […]

Golf Legend Jack Nicklaus Ice Cream Coming To A Grocer Near You

Golf’s “Golden Bear” has gone from finding the sweet spot to creating a sweet treat. Eighteen time major champion Jack Nicklaus has teamed up with the The Schwan Food Company of Minnesotato create Jack Nicklaus premium ice cream. It will be sold by the pint and available in grocery stores in select markets. The ice […]

Congress giving golfer Nicklaus its highest honor

Golfing great Jack Nicklaus will receive Congress’ highest civilian honor, the Congressional Gold Medal. Legislation authorizing the award for Nicklaus cleared Congress late Monday and now awaits the signature of President Barack Obama. Nicklaus says he’s humbled and honored to be among those who’ve been awarded the medal. Past recipients include Rosa Parks, Robert Frost, […]

Jack Nicklaus and Keegan Bradley join judge panel for “Best Pee-Wee Golf Swing Contest.”

One of my favorite little events on the golf calendar each year is the “Best Pee-Wee Golf Swing in the World” contest. For five years now, PGA Professional Brendon Elliott has encouraged parents to videotape their little golfers taking their best cuts and submit them to a panel of celebrity golfers. And this year, Elliott […]

SNAG Model for Growing the Game

Miami, United States: Developmental golf programming company SNAG (Starting New At Golf) and the Miami-Dade Parks & Recreation Department are running one of the largest youth golf programmes in the United States with the hope of introducing the game to hundreds of thousands of kids who otherwise would never have the opportunity to learn the […]