It’s been a long tough road for Woodland. He has been through so much up to this point in his career. From his dad having a heart attack and almost dying, to his wife suffering two miscarriages last year. On top of his off the course difficulties he also had been fighting to win golf tournaments. He was 0 for 7 in every 54 hole lead tournament he’s been in.
At one point in Garry’s life he was actually a star basketball player. It wasn’t until his freshman year in college when he decided to just stick to golf, and this would be a decision that would change his life.
Now after 12 years on tour he has finally accomplished something only some of the greatest golfers have done before. The shot on #17 alone shows how much gut he has to pull something off like that under pressure. Not only did he win the U.S Open but he won on fathers day. Something truly special he did for his father, his son, his daughter in heaven and his twin daughters on the way.
I cannot be more happy for someone to win the U.S Open. Gary has always been a great player on and off the course. Showing his love for others at moments like when he brought out Special Olympics Golfer Amy Bockerstette during the Waste Management tournament was something special to watch.
He has now proven to himself and the rest of the world he can not only lead, but also finish tournaments at the top of the leaderboard. In my opinion he is a much more complete player. His maturity has grown to a much more confident person with a mental game stronger than ever. Not to mention his short game is off the charts!