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Jack Nicklaus’ lifelong dream became a reality in the spring of 1976 when he hosted the first ever Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club, which he founded and designed.
A bit of history and a fun fact too: Nicklaus named the village Muirfield after the Scottish ancestry, who first played in the Walker Cup as a 19-year-old amateur.
Nicklaus created the Memorial Tournament to honor those who have contributed to the game of golf. Organized annually during Memorial Day week, the Muirfield Memorial Tournament admirably honors our military, our country, and those who gave their lives to allow the rest of us to live freely – and play golf! – in the United States of America.
The memorial tournament features several charitable initiatives that Nicklaus supports throughout the year – the Golden Bear is quite the philanthropist.
Nicklaus returns in a lot more ways than most people realize.
Nicklaus is the definition of a living golf legend. If you are a fan of Nicklaus and the history he made, show the love by adorning yourself with some Golden Bear branded accessories.
Nicklaus hats on and off the track
Nicklaus Bucket Hat: Limited Edition ($40)
Nicklaus Rob Hat: Limited Edition ($35)
Nicklaus Golden Bear Hat: Limited Edition ($30)
Nicklaus ’86 lounging hat ($30)
Nicklaus Banner Bucket Hat ($35)
Nicklaus Banner Rope Hat ($35)
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