Golf Channel, Golfweek partner to elevate coverage of Haskins Award presented by Stifel

For the first time, Haskins Award winner announced live on Golf Channel during Golf Central’s coverage of NCAA Men’s Golf Championships, Monday, June 1
(PR NewsChannel) / April 21, 2015 / ORLANDO, Fla. 

golf channel logo detailA newly expanded partnership involving Stifel, Golf Channel, Golfweek and the Fred Haskins Commission underscores the Haskins Award as one of the most prestigious awards in men’s college golf.

Since 1971, the Haskins Award presented by Stifel has honored the nation’s outstanding male collegiate golfer as selected by his peers. Winners include legends on the PGA TOUR, headlined by three-time recipients Ben Crenshaw and Phil Mickelson.

For the first time, the Haskins Award winner will accept his award live on Golf Channel. The Haskins Award presentation will take place Monday, June 1, during Golf Central, which will air live from the NCAA Men’s Golf Championships at The Concession Golf Club in Bradenton, Fla.

The Haskins Award winner also will receive a sponsor’s exemption to compete in The Greenbrier Classic on the PGA TOUR, taking place on the renowned Old White TPC in West Virginia during the first week of July.

“We consider the Haskins Award to be the pinnacle of recognition for men’s golf within the collegiate ranks,” said Stifel Chief Executive Officer Ronald J. Kruszewski. “Golf Channel’s and Golfweek’s coverage will increase awareness for this treasured award with golfers, coaches and supporters of the collegiate game so that they better understand the award’s historical impact.”

“The impressive list of past Haskins Award winners includes a who’s who of golfing greats and as we strive to bring more attention to the collegiate game, this partnership will help elevate this significant recognition,” said Tom Knapp, senior vice president of programming, Golf Channel.

Voting for the Haskins Award will take place following the conclusion of the NCAA Men’s Regional Golf Championships and will close Sunday, May 31 at 9 a.m. ET. Players, coaches and members of the media vote through HaskinsAward.com. Following the close of voting, the Haskins Commission will verify the votes and determine the winner, with the presentation airing live on Golf Channel on Monday, June 1. The Golfweek/Sagarin College Rankings are used to identify the top male collegiate golfers throughout the year.

“College golf is such an exciting and vital part of the game, but it’s a facet that doesn’t always get enough acknowledgment,” said Golfweek Vice President/Publisher Jereme Day. “The Fred Haskins has done an amazing job over the last four decades celebrating the nation’s top collegiate players. Stifel’s commitment to the Haskins has helped make it possible to add the support of Golfweek and Golf Channel, and together I’m certain we can take the award to an even higher level.”

Stifel, a wealth management and investment banking firm based in St. Louis, Mo., recently renewed a three-year contract with the Fred Haskins Commission, a non-profit group in Columbus, Ga., which has managed the voting process for the Haskins Award for 44 years.

Born in Great Britain, the late Fred Haskins was resident pro at the Country Club of Columbus. He taught the nuances of golf to young people in Saturday morning clinics that never cost more than a dime.

“We honor his memory by honoring amateurs who learned the game from teachers like Mr. Haskins,” said J. Madden Hatcher Jr., the commission president. “The award’s standings have grown because of the wonderful relationships we’re establishing at every level of the game.”

Winners of the Haskins Award presented by Stifel have captured 28 majors and nearly 300 professional tournaments around the world. Recipients include Tiger Woods of Stanford, Graeme McDowell of Alabama-Birmingham, Ben Crenshaw of Texas, Curtis Strange of Wake Forest and Phil Mickelson of Arizona State. Young stalwarts such as Russell Henley of Georgia, Justin Thomas of Alabama and Patrick Rodgers of Stanford are joining the game’s best on weekly leaderboards.

HASKINS AWARD WINNERS

Ben Crenshaw, Texas 1971-72-73

Curtis Strange Wake Forest 1974

Jay Haas, Wake Forest 1975

Phil Hancock, Florida 1976

Scott Simpson, USC, 1977

Lindy Miller, Oklahoma State 1978

Bobby Clampett, BYU 1979-80

Bob Tway, Oklahoma State 1981

Willie Wood, Oklahoma State 1982

Brad Faxon, Furman 1983

John Inman, North Carolina 1984

Sam Randolph, USC 1985

Scott Verplank, Oklahoma State 1986

Billy Mayfair, Arizona State 1987

Bob Estes, Texas 1988

Robert Gamez, Arizona 1989

Phil Mickelson, Arizona State, 1990-91-92

David Duval, Georgia Tech 1993

Justin Leonard, Texas 1994

Stewart Cink, Georgia Tech 1995

Tiger Woods, Stanford 1996

Brad Elder, Texas 1997

Matt Kuchar, Georgia Tech 1998

Luke Donald, Northwestern 1999

Charles Howell III, Oklahoma State 2000

Bryce Molder, Georgia Tech 2001

Graeme McDowell, UAB, 2002

Hunter Mahan, Oklahoma State 2003

Bill Haas, Wake Forest 2004

Ryan Moore, UNLV 2005

Pablo Martin, Oklahoma State 2006

Jamie Lovemark, USC 2007

Kevin Chappell, UCLA 2008

Matt Hill, N.C. State 2009

Russell Henley, Georgia 2010

Patrick Cantlay, UCLA 2011

Justin Thomas, Alabama 2012

Michael Kim, California 2013

Patrick Rodgers, Stanford 2014

About Golf Channel

Golf Channel is a multimedia, golf entertainment and services company based in Orlando, Fla. Golf Channel, co-founded by Arnold Palmer in 1995 and now part of the NBC Sports Group, is available in more than 120 million homes in 83 countries and 12 languages around the world. Exclusive partnerships with the world’s top tours allow Golf Channel to feature more live golf coverage than all other networks combined, as well as a programming schedule distinguished by golf’s highest-quality news, instruction and original programming.  Golf Channel’s digital platforms, headed by GolfChannel.com, are the leading golf destinations on the Internet, delivering unmatched coverage of the world of golf. Fans are able to enjoy 24/7 live streaming of Golf Channel content through Golf Live Extra and select programming is simulcast via SiriusXM’s PGA TOUR Radio. In addition, Golf Channel connects the world to golf through a wide array of digital services including Golf Channel Mobile; GolfNow, the world’s largest online booking platform; GolfAdvisor.com, a golf course ratings and review portal; the interactive Golf Channel Academy instructional app; and the Golf Channel Am Tour, the world’s largest amateur golf tour.

About Golfweek
Founded in 1975, Golfweek is the most authentic, authoritative and independent voice in golf. Serving enthusiasts who are truly passionate about the game of golf, the Golfweek brand includes Golfweek magazine, Golfweek.com, Golfweek Mobile, Golfweek Custom Media, The Golf Wire and TurfNet.com. Golfweek is part of Turnstile Media Group, which specializes in developing diverse media platforms that engage and strengthen the communities they serve. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Turnstile Media Group is also the parent of Professional Artist, Winter Park/Maitland Observer, Seminole Voice, Central Florida Senior and Turnstile Connect.

About Stifel

Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) is a financial services holding company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, that conducts its banking, securities, and financial services business through several wholly owned subsidiaries. Stifel’s broker-dealer clients are served in the United States through Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated; Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc.; Miller Buckfire & Co., LLC; and Century Securities Associates, Inc., and in the United Kingdom and Europe through Stifel Nicolaus Europe Limited. The Company’s broker-dealer affiliates provide wealth management, investment banking, trading, investment advisory, and related financial services to individual investors, professional money managers, businesses, and municipalities. Stifel Bank & Trust offers a full range of consumer and commercial lending solutions. Stifel Trust Company, N.A. and 1919 Investment Counsel & Trust Company offer trust and related services. To learn more about Stifel, please visit the Company’s web site at www.stifel.com.

Media Contacts:

Golf Channel
Jeremy Friedman
407-355-4058

Golfweek
Kayla Mitchell
407-563-7047

Stifel
Lynda Hofstetter
314-342-2000

Haskins Commission
Alex Espana
706-327-0763

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