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The article discusses the interest of golfer Phil Mickelson on golf since his childhood. It cites that Phil, who would compete in the 2008 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines in California, has worked in golf clubs in exchange for playing privileges. He has also served as a linchpin on the golf team of Dave Thoennes, who considered Mickelson as their number one player. Moreover, he has won the 1991 Northern Telecom Open on the PGA tour while he was a junior student at Arizona State.

The article focuses on the golfer favorites for the 2008 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines in California. These include Angel Cabrera, who was the champion of the 2007 U.S. Open. Tiger Woods, who has undergone a left-knee surgery, and Phil Mickelson, who has made trips around Torrey Pines, are also considered Open favorites. Moreover, Sergio Garcia is cited as one of the favorites due to his impressive performance at TPC Sawgrass. Other favorites, such Stewart Cink and Trevor Immelman, are mentioned.

The article offers comments of several golfers and witnesses on Tiger Woods winning several significant golf tournaments at Torrey Pines, California. Tiger Woods is considered to have fashioned seven wins at Torrey, the first as a 15-year-old at the Junior World Championships, and six more at the Buick Invitational. Junior World tournament director Megan Mahoney states that even in the 10-and-under event, Tiger's parents wore yellow T-shirts, with "Team Tiger" and his picture on the front.

The article discusses the amateur golf match to be participated by golfers with 8- to 10-handicap shoots at the U.S. Open on June 12-15, 2008 at Torrey Pines, California. There will be four participants, in which three of them are celebrities with cameras that will cover their games in the amateur match. Common opinions among known golfers were on how the amateur golfers can manage to break 100 shots in a venue like Torrey Pines.

The article discusses the remodeling of South Course at Torrey Pines Municipal for the U.S. Open (Golf Tournament) in San Diego, California on June 12-15, 2008. Mike Davis, senior-director of Rules and Competitions for the United States Golf Association (USGA), chose the South Course for the test of every player's complete game in the theory of graduated rough. On the other side, Torrey Pines is 51 years old and ranked 90th among America's 100 Greatest Public Courses.

The article focuses on the improvements and renovations of the municipal golf course in Torrey Pines State Reserve, California, led by municipal operator Mark Woodward. He proposed a five-year business plan, encompassing the 108th U.S. Open golf tournament. A tree maintenance program was set out as part of the improvements. There were grass changes which required stringent changes in cultural practices.

A list of the 25 reasons why people enjoy going to San Diego, California is presented. The number one prime reason is a handful of fantastic rooftop bars such as the J6 Bar, followed by The San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park and Torrey Pines State Reserve. Data is given for the rates of some of the destinations.

The article provides information on a friendly round of golf at the Torrey Pines State Reserve in California, in which celebrities and amateurs competed with professionals in the U.S. Open Challenge organized by the periodical "Golf Digest." It is mentioned that entertainer Justin Timberlake, sommelier Greg Norman and journalist Matt Lauer were among those present at the event and golfer John Atkinson, despite ailing with lung cancer, stood out with his brilliant performance.

The article presents information about Tom Lehman, who is chosen to pilot the U.S.Ryder Cup team in 2006. Unlike most U.S. Ryder Cup skippers Lehman still has a lot of golf left in him. For the fourth time in his last five starts, a stretch dating back to last October, Lehman held at least a share of the 54-hole lead, then failed to protect his position-four bogeys on the final nine at Torrey Pines left him three strokes behind Tiger Woods. Lehman is more gregarious than Sutton and more popular with the younger players.

Reports that a growing number of companies are offering tandem paragliding in scenic locations across the world. How Jackson Hole Paragliding's tandem flights launch from the top of the ski resort and descend 4,000 feet; Other destinations, including Torrey Pines, California, and the Hawaiian Islands.

The article reports on the construction of a stem cell research laboratory to be operated by a consortium of four prominent research organizations at Torrey Pines, California. According to real estate experts, the research laboratory holds promise as a long-term generator of commercial development, economic benefits and new jobs. Government leaders note that the facility will be a key global center for potential life saving cures for disease set to be opened in September 2011.

The article presents information on the revenue being earned by the United States Golf Association by organizing the 2008 U.S. Open Championship at Torrey Pines State Reserve, California and the 2009 Championship in Bethpage, New York. According to the sources, last week's Open is expected to exceed $100 million in revenue. At Torrey Pines, the ticket sales generated $20 million. It is stated that the advantage of Torrey Pines over Bethpage was that it was three times zones farther west.

The article discusses the plans of Mike Davis, senior director of rules and competitions of the U.S. Golf Association (USGA), for the Torrey Pines golf course in California, the site for the 2008 U.S. Open. Davis wants to maintain difficulty at the event by using super-firm greens, menacing rough and fluffy bunker sand. He has also planned to make day-to-day changes on tee locations and hole yard-ages. Moreover, the plan was intended to accomplish Davis' goal of providing fun and excitement.

A review is offered for the Torrey Pines golf course located in San Diego, California.

The article reports on the four amateurs who will participate in the Golf Digest U.S. Open Challenge at Torrey Pines in California. The players are Tony Romo, a Dallas Cowboys quarterback, the actor and singer Justine Timberlake, "Today" show host Matt Lauer and a sales guy in Ohama John Atkinson, who wrote one of the 56,374 essays received by "Golf Digest.

The article offers information on Ryuji Imada, a golf player. Information is provided on his early career and his education and also on his beginning of professional golf. Imada has been quoted saying that he can play best when the conditions are tough as he can't play long shots very well. Information is also presented on his scores at tournaments in the year 2007 with special mention of the Buick Invitational tournament at the Torrey Pines State Reserve, California.

The article focuses on the decision of San Diego, California to not allow Phil Mickelson's design firm to bid on the build phase of a renovation plan Mickelson had developed for the North Course at Torrey Pines, California. The vision of Mickelson's design firm to make Torrey Pines North more environmentally sustainable, more enjoyable for amateurs of all abilities, more challenging for PGA Tour players, is stated. The frustration of Mickelson for being disqualified to bid is emphasized.

A review is offered for Torrey Pines State Reserve coastal state park located in San Diego, California.

The article discusses a meeting on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) by Management Association for Private Photogrammetric Surveyors (MAPPS) that was held at The Lodge at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, California from February 9-13, 2014. Topics discussed include MAPPS established a UAV sub-group within its Aerial Acquisition Forum at the conference, federal contracting, privacy issues and federal highway reauthorization.

The article offers travel tips for the coastal town of Del Mar, California and includes information on hiking the Torrey Pines State Reserve; staying at the luxe L' Auberge Del Mar hotel; and boutiques and wine bars in The Village at the center of town.

The article focuses on golfer Tiger Woods regarding his improvement in golf. It states that Woods has made it back to number 1 in the world, in which he took again the advantage of the playable and spaciousness rough that Bay Hill such as Torrey Pines and Doral offers, and triumph was his 20th on the three courses. It adds that Woods' bad shots becomes better, however, a 72nd-hole bogey has avoided the late final round uncertainty and sloppiness that provoked him in his previous two wins.

The article offers information on various issues related to golf. It notes the victory of professional golfer Tiger Woods in his eight title as a pro at Torrey Pines in California. It mentions the announcement of the Professional Golfer's Association of America (PGA) Tour regarding its plan to study the pace of play. It states that the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour adding team match-play event is open to all countries in 2014.

The article reports on the launch of a laboratory and office building by industrial biotechnology company Verenium Corp. in Torrey Pines, California.

The article reports on the decision of the U.S. Golf Association (USGA) not to hold a major tournament after the 2008 U.S. Open in Torrey Pines, California. It mentions that USGA senior director of rules and competitions Mike Davis has viewed the golf course as a once-every-couple-of decades course. USGA executive director David Fay states that the selection of the location would matter on the people's views within the USGA.

The article reports on the performance of golfer Erik Compton at the U.S. Open in 2010. It reports that Compton missed the 2008 U.S. Open in Torrey Pines, California because of his heart transplant which was won by golfer Tiger Woods. Compton has reportedly made four cuts on the Professional Golfers' Association (PGA) Tour in 2010. Compton's competition with golfer Scott Wilke is also reported. The second playoff hole was birdied by Compton and Brad Wright where Compton won the next hole.

The article focuses on the Petco park tour and the Torrey Pines golf shop as some of the worth exploring locations during the Golf Industry Show in San Diego, California. The tour to the Petco Park shows and interesting blend of modern polish, sandstone presented by the historic Western Metal Supply Co. A visit at Torrey Pines is recommended because it is the home of the epic 2008 U.S. Open Convention and provides a unique architecture.

The article focuses on the 2009 Torrey Pines gliding season in California from February to April 2009. It notes that sailplane pilots were able to fly above the La Jolla cliffs with the use of the winch of the Associated Glider Clubs of Southern California (AGCSC). It also mentions that winch tows and other ground launches have been recognized by many pilots as more affordable than airtows. It encourages pilots with aerotow only restrictions on their licenses to participate in the next Torrey Pines season.

The article talks about some golf drives played by several golfers in the PGA Tour's Buick Invitational golf tournament on February 15, 2009 in the U.S. It is reported that Nick Watney's birdie putt of 38 feet, six inches did not count in the putting stats because it came from the fringe. Only Johnson Wagner (49 feet, four inches) and Kevin Sutherland (48 feet) knocked in longer putts on the hole. John Rollins' putt from 60 feet, two inches on the South Course's 10th hole was the longest.

The article talks about the changes which have been made at the golf course in California, Torrey Pines' South course. It is stated that golfers were earlier facing some problems in playing the game at the South course. So some changes have been made. It is reported that some of the 49 players who played the U.S. Open here in February 2009 took note of the altered conditions and adjusted their sets accordingly. Most notable among the changes were softer fairways.

The article presents updates related to the 2008 U.S. Open to be held at Torrey Pines in California. It cites that Kenny Perry may have second thoughts about skipping the U.S. Open qualifying. Arron Oberholser is also skipping the event, whose standing on the World Ranking fell from 45th to 51st. Moreover, Angel Cabrera has stopped smoking due to the smoking ban in the year's U.S. Open.

The article presents techniques on how to play the fourth hole at Torrey Pines Golf Course in San Diego, California. It is a straightforward hole that runs along the cliff to a green on a shelf overlooking the ocean. The techniques include avoidance from the left side which comes off the ocean, best second shot is 175 yards to the fairway just short of the green on the right to leave a pitch directly up the hill and into the wind, and careful not to race the first putt way past.

The article analyzes the past performances of Tiger Woods, a known golf player, and cited his weak and strong points which will determine if he has a chance to win in the U.S. Open which will happen on June 12-15, 2008 at Torrey Pines, California. Woods will compete with Phil Mickelson, a native of San Diego. A chart of the result of Woods and Mickelson performances in the Buick Invitational and the U.S. Open is also presented.

The article discusses the 2008 U.S. Open showdown between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson in Torrey Pines golf course in California. It offers comparison on the game being played between Woods and Mickelson, where in Woods got a better overall game than Mickelson. However, the game could possibly work in favor of Mickelson since San Diego is his hometown and the majority of the fans will be on his side.

The article discusses the golf course, Torrey Pines in California, where the Buick Invitational in January 2008 has been played, as well as the U.S. Open for June. It compares on Torrey's for the Buick, which is always wet and soft, while for the U.S. Open plays hard and fast. It mentions the traditional way the USGA has played golf, and the setup at Oakmont to be a huge step in the right direction, for players had a chance to challenge to hit out of the rough.

The author offers his view on the golf tournament titled the U.S. Open to be held in Torrey Pines State Reserve, California. Mike Davis has taken over as the U.S. Open's setup man, who is said to make the tournament even more difficult than the previous tournaments through golf course setup tactics. The tournament will test the players more in their thinking skills.

The article focuses on the issue of privatization of golf operations in California. The golf courses considered for privatization include the Torrey Pines Golf Course (GC) and Balboa Park in San Diego and Harding Park GC in San Francisco. The Recreation and Park Department recognized proposals from private concerns to operate three of the golf courses in the state. Issues on the privatization of golf operation, accordingly, are still under negotiation.

The article reports on the effect of the agreement between the United States Golf Association (USGA) and the National Broadcasting Co. Inc. regarding time schedule of the U.S. Open at Torrey Pines State Reserve in California. Andy Farrell, secretary of the Association Of Golf Writers, stresses that the move affects journalists traveling from Great Britain and the Sunday papers will not be able to provide a live coverage of the third round.

The article reports that according to health officials of San Diego County, California, mice that were trapped in January 2008 in the state's Torrey Pines State Reserve, adjacent to the Torrey Pines Golf Course, have been found to be free from the hantavirus. It mentions that earlier two mice tested positive for the presence of hantavirus and now the negative results might encourage the people to attend the U.S. Open at Torrey Pines Golf Course.

This article describes the Torrey Pines State Reserve south golf course in La Jolla, California and offers advice about golf game strategy while playing there. Testimonials are offered from golfer Carl Pettersson and director of golf at Torrey Pines Joe Debock. Weekday and weekend rates along with torreypinesgolfcourse.com web site information is provided.

The article reports on the debt owed by the city of San Diego for Torrey Pines and Balboa Park Golf Courses in California. The north and south courses of the Torrey Pines State Reserve, along with Balboa Park, have been used as collateral on bonds funding park improvement projects. A San Diego Union-Tribune state said that more than 42 million dollars of debt must be paid before the courses are cleared. Otherwise, the courses could be lost.

The article reports that the idea was to begin a proposed six-month, $3 million project to renovate bunkers, greens and tees at Torrey Pines' North course just days after the PGA Tour wrapped up this week's Buick Invitational there. Opposition to the redesign stems, in part, from fears of repeating what happened to the South Course after it underwent a similar redesign in 2001, creating a championship caliber course that's too much of a test for everyday golfers.

Presents news briefs on golf as of October 2002. Victory of golfer Padraig Harrington in the 2002 Dunhill Links Championship; Selection of the Torrey Pines for the 2008 U.S. Open; Victory of Charles Howell in the Michelob Championship.

Focuses on the Torrey Pines State Reserve park's non-intervention policy of killing bark beetles that threatened to decimate the pines. Use of pheromone traps.