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Garrigus and Weekley Join 2012 Umpqua Bank Challenge Field

Posted by: Katie Bullock    Posted date:  May 22, 2012  |  No comment


The Umpqua Bank Challenge announced today that PGA TOUR pro’s Robert Garrigus and Boo Weekley will join the 2012 main field.

 

A former resident of Gresham, Ore., Garrigus is on his way to a great 2012 season, with two second place finishes and $1.2 million in earning. With an average drive of 309 yards, Garrigus is currently second in driving distance on TOUR.

 

Weekley is enjoying a solid year as well, with two top-10 finishes this season. Known for his camouflage/outdoor ensembles and easy-going attitude, Weekley continues to be a crowd favorite.

 

Garrigus and Weekley will join Tournament Host Peter Jacobsen, Oregon-born PGA TOUR star Ben Crane, 2011 FedExCup Champion Bill Haas and his father TOUR veteran Jay Haas, 2012 Waste Management Phoenix Open winner Kyle Stanley and 2011 co-champs Scott McCarron and Steve Elkington at The Reserve Vineyards and Golf Club August 26-28.

 

The remaining field players will be announced in the coming weeks.

 

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