Concession Cup

[The Concession @Concessiongolf]

49 years ago today, one of the game’s greatest acts of sportsmanship took place at the @rydercup, where @jacknicklaus conceded a 2-foot putt to @jacklin_tony, resulting in a tie. 📷: @GolfChannel.

[Ryder Cup @rydercup]

“The Concession” 🤝

#OnThisDay 49 years ago.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

Alan Pope of @Concessiongolf presents the Sir Michael Bonallack and William Campbell Trophy to winning USA captain Vinny Giles Saturday. USA defeated GB&I 23.5 to 4.5.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

There they are. The winning US team in the third Concession Cup. Impressive performance by America.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

Alan Mew of GB&I won the first Singles match today, but with wins by @s_hagestad and Paul Simson, the U.S. team is assured of retaining the Concession Cup. Still 11 matches to be played to conclusion.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

First shot of Saturday Singles by USA's Buddy Marucci. A big day ahead with 14 matches on tap.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

Singles matches on tap at 8 a.m. Saturday. USA with commanding 12.5 to 1.5 lead over GB&I. Americans need 2 points to retain the Concession Cup.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

GBI scores the first point of the day, winning Match #8 (the first Foursomes match) 2 &1 with Adrian Morrow and Alan Mew defeating Paul Simson and Buddy Marucci. USA leads in 6 remaining matches.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

We have an update from @Concessiongolf. USA leads in 6 Foursomes matches, GBI in 1. Plenty of holes left.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

All Foursomes matches (alternate shot) are now on the course at @Concessiongolf for Day 2. Thus far, USA leads in 4 matches, GBI in 2, and 2 are AS.

[Mass Golf @PlayMassGolf]

In just a few minutes, Brockton's Matt Parziale will begin R2 of the @Concession_Cup, teaming with 2014 @USGA #USMidAm champion Scott Harvey and facing local Bobby Leopold & David Corben, who are both competing for Team Great Britain/Ireland!

Follow: https://t.co/jYpiDBuNLI

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

And we’re underway! Buddy Marucci tees off match #1 with partner Paul Simson against GB&I Adrian Morrow & Alan Mew.

[Florida State Golf Association @fsga]

Executive Director Jim Demick starting day 2 at @concession_cup https://t.co/aZCio2kEcO

[Amateur Golf Alliance @amgolfalliance]

Mark Hill from the @USGA spoke at the opening ceremony yesterday, announcing that the USGA is providing financial assistance to the #ConcessionCup and they look forward to building their connection and relationship with the event in the years to come!

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

Kickin’ off today at #ConcessionCup with these matches! The first group tees off at 9:30am.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

Day #1 of the #ConcessionCup is in the books! Looking forward to more great golf from the US and GB&I teams tomorrow.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

Match #6 just completed with another USA flag on top. Gene Elliott and Matt Sughrue defeat Bryan Hughes and Ian Crowther, 4&3. And Match 4 just in with USA's Tim Jackson and John McClure winning 3&1 over Graham Bell and Ronnie Clark. USA leads 5 ½-½.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

Another result is in: #USSeniorAm champ Sean Knapp and Doug Hanzel of USA hold on for 1-up win over Garth McGimpsey and Stephen East. Score is 3 ½ to ½ in favor of U.S.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

Impressive 6&4 win for @s_hagestad and Michael McDermott over @OkeeffePeter and Matt Clark in Match #5. Also, in Match #3, 2015 #usfourball champs Nathan Smith and Todd White win 3&2 over Bobby Leopold and @Corbs1987.

[Concession Cup @Concession_Cup]

Match 1 halved after US Mid-Amateur champ @Matt_Parziale sinks 3-foot birdie putt on 18 after 7-iron from 182 yards. He and @ScottHarvey78 halve with Jack Gaunt and Simon Richardson.