![]() ![]() In 1957, the Triborough Bridge and Tunnel Authority acquired lands on the eastern side of the property to be used in the construction of Clearview Expressway. ![]() Between 19, Parks redesigned the entire course and built new club facilities. The Board of Estimate placed the course under Parks jurisdiction on the day of purchase. On Jthe City of New York purchased this property from the Clearview Golf and Yacht Club for $940,000. The course is located by Little Neck Bay and is aptly named for its views of the East River and the Long Island Sound. Landscape architect Willie Tucker designed the golf course, which lies on gently rolling terrain. One notable member was the renowned New York State Governor Alfred E. Originally named the Clearview Golf and Yacht Club, the establishment served as an exclusive retreat for New Yorkers. The party was a glorious one and Clearview and guests enjoyed the day.Clearview Park and Golf Course was founded in 1925, and is bounded by the Clearview Expressway, 23rd Avenue, 202nd Street, and Bell Boulevard. But if I could show up and we could throw an event … it’s Clearview’s 75th year … I’d like to be a part of it,'” Nantz said. “I told Renee, ‘I don’t want to be presumptuous. 75 Years of History at Clearview Golf ClubĬlearview is a National Historic Site and Renee Powell is owner and Head Golf Pro, Powell, whose father William Powell built the course in 1949, today operates the corse along with the Clearview Legacy Foundation whose missions include preserving the course, education, and golf outreach to military veterans, youth and others. An iconic sports announcer, this past January Nantz and Tony Romo handled the Browns-Chiefs playoff game and will double back for the Browns-Chiefs opener next month. He’s also the former college roomate of Fred Couples, who would win a Masters. I told Renee I’d really like to come see Clearview.” Nantz is a seasoned broadcaster who has called play-by-play for Super Bowls and championship games from basketball’s March Madness. “With my in-laws in Cleveland, I seem to be spending more time here lately. It might have been opening day of the Masters. “I met Renee (Powell) a number of times through the years. “I was always aware of the history of Clearview. “I was in attendance when Bill won the PGA’s highest honor, the Distinguished Service Award,” Nantz said during his visit Monday. Nantz knew the late Bill Powell, who 75 years ago became the first Black man to open a golf course he had designed and built when he opened Clearview. (photo: Twitter) Why was Clearview on his bucket list? Clearview Golf Course Head Golf Professional Renee Powell tees off at her course during Jim Nantz’s Celebration of Clearview event. On Monday, August 9, Nantz hosted a “Celebration of Clearview With Jim Nantz” and the course was filled with players and spectators who arrived for a memorable day recognizing the course’s 75 years of existence. In his three-decade run as CBS’ voice of the Masters, Nantz finally got the opportunity to visit East Canton, Ohio and the historic Clearview Golf Course, a destination he’s had on his golf bucket list for a while. When you watch the annual Masters tournament the view is spectacular and the voice behind all of those beautiful scenes is that of Jim Nantz. CBSs Masters Announcer Jim Nantz strikes up support at his August 9 “Celebration of Clearview” event at Clearview Golf Course, East Canton, OH (photo: Twiter) ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |