http://www.niagara-gazette.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Sun, 26 Jul 2009 23:56:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_207235920.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_207235920.html 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. Sat, 25 Jul 2009 23:21:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_206231634.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_206231634.html 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. Sat, 25 Jul 2009 23:14:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_206231509.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_206231509.html Tim Mickelson had a feeling that a recent respite from golf might catch up to him at the 51st Annual Porter Cup. Fri, 24 Jul 2009 23:08:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_205230925.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_205230925.html 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. Fri, 24 Jul 2009 23:05:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_205230616.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_205230616.html Adam Mitchell returned to NFCC to defend his crown, although he clearly understood that following last year’s performance would be no small feat. Fri, 24 Jul 2009 23:03:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_205230452.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_205230452.html 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. Thu, 23 Jul 2009 23:26:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_204232927.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_204232927.html 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. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 23:53:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_203235350.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_203235350.html 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. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 23:51:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_203235222.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_203235222.html 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. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 23:41:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_203234916.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_203234916.html 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. Tue, 21 Jul 2009 23:04:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_202230718.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_202230718.html After celebrating its golden anniversary last summer, the Porter Cup looks to the future with an exceptional field touted as the best in a decade. Ninety of the world’s best amateur golfers will navigate Niagara Falls Country Club beginning at 8 a.m. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:44:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_180225115.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_180225115.html John Edwards shot a 3-under par 67 on Monday at Niagara Falls Country Club to lead eight qualifiers for next month’s 51st Porter Cup. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 13:36:00 +0000 http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_168234402.html http://www.niagara-gazette.com/portercup2009/local_story_168234402.html Looking for a preview of the 51st annual Porter Cup, to be held just over a month from now at Niagara Falls Country Club?Click on the TV at any point today.