Category: Historical Perspective
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Happy Centennial, Pete Dye!!
Today, December 29, 2025, marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Paul “Pete” Dye, Jr., one of the most influential golf course architects in the history of the sport. Born on December 29, 1925 in Urbana, Ohio, Pete Dye’s visionary designs redefined what golf courses could be, blending strategic challenge…
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On this date: Arnold Palmer wins first PGA event at Harbour Town
Arnold Palmer Wins the Inaugural Heritage Classic at Pete Dye’s Harbour Town Golf Links On November 30, 1969, Arnold Palmer captured the very first Heritage Classic at the newly opened Harbour Town Golf Links — a defining moment not only for the tournament, but for Pete Dye’s emerging legacy as one of…
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On This Date: Pete and Alice inducted into FSGA Hall of Fame!
Celebrating a Remarkable Dual Induction On November 18, 2016 the dynamic design duo Pete Dye and Alice Dye were honored with induction into the Florida State Golf Association Hall of Fame, celebrating their profound impact on golf course architecture, competitive amateur golf, and the evolution of the game itself. (Florida State Golf…
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On this date: US wins Solheim Cup at Crooked Stick!
Date: September 11, 2005 (Event: September 9–11, 2005) Location: Crooked Stick Golf Club, Carmel, Indiana — a Pete & Alice Dye design On this day in 2005, Crooked Stick Golf Club — one of Pete Dye’s most celebrated designs — hosted a memorable Solheim Cup week that ended with Team USA reclaiming…
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On This Date: Rory McIlroy Wins the BMW Championship at Crooked Stick
On this day in 2012, Rory McIlroy showcased his brilliance at Crooked Stick Golf Club in Carmel, Indiana, claiming victory at the BMW Championship and further solidifying his place as the best player in the world at that time. McIlroy fired a closing 67 (-5) to finish at 20-under-par, earning a two-shot win over Phil Mickelson and Lee…
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On this date: Jason Day wins his first Major at Whistling Straits
Remembering Jason Day’s Historic Win at Whistling Straits – PGA Championship 2015 On August 16, 2015, the world watched as Jason Day lifted the Wanamaker Trophy at Whistling Straits — a course born from the imagination of Pete Dye and carved into the rugged Lake Michigan shoreline. This win wasn’t…
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On this date: John Daly wins first Major at Crooked Stick
August 11, 1991 — A Day to Remember at Crooked Stick Today marks the 34th anniversary of one of the most unforgettable moments in modern golf history — John Daly’s improbable and electrifying victory at the 1991 PGA Championship, held at the legendary Crooked Stick Golf Club in Carmel, Indiana.…
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On this date: Jay Haas wins 2006 Sr. PGA Championship at Oak Tree National
On this date in 2006, Jay Haas won his first major championship, defeating Brad Bryant in three playoff holes at Pete Dye’s Oak Tree National (Edmund, OK)! Gil Morgan came in 3rd place. Jay Haas would end up being the 2006 Champions Tour Player of the Year. This was the…
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On this date: Pete Dye’s course at French Lick opens in 2009
Today marks the 16th birthday of the grand opening of Pete Dye’s course at the French Lick Resort. Known as one of the best courses in the US, this midwestern jewel has hosted multiple Senior PGA Championships, is the current host of the Korn Ferry Tour’s season-ending championship, and will…
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On this Date: Pete Dye receives Rossi Award
Ten years ago (2/24/2015), Pete Dye was awarded the prestigious Rossi Award, an award given by the Golf Course Builders Association of America (GCBAA) to honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the game of golf, its growth, and who have inspired others by example. It is named for…