Before launching his legendary broadcasting career, Nantz spent four years as a member of the University of Houston golf team in college, rooming with future PGA TOUR winners Fred Couples and Blaine McCallister while receiving a degree in Radio/Television. His alma mater recognized him with an honorary doctorate in 2001 in recognition of his contributions to broadcasting and the University of Houston.
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“I truly consider this to be one of the greatest honors of my career,” Nantz said in a news release announcing the award. “I’ve attended this celebration many times and will never forget being there to see how much it meant to Frank and Kenny. The game of golf has been a blessing in my life and to be able to live out the childhood dream of covering the PGA Tour, well, I’m a lucky man. There are no words to express the depth of my gratitude for this recognition.”
Nantz will be honored during a presentation in the Main Dining Room at Firestone Country Club at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 1. Ambassador of Golf Award presentation and dinner tickets are available for $250 each with proceeds benefitting Northern Ohio Golf Charities. For inquiries, fans can contact Allie Grilliot at 330-245-2307 or email alexandriagrilliot@pgatourhq.com.