"That’s a rare combination at Camp Ponte Vedra Beach."

The scribblers are practically jubiliant at the naming of Andy Pazder to replace Rick George at PGA Tour headquarters. He has been quoted giving straightforward answers to tricky questions, which does make the hiring a shock!

Rex Hoggard writes:

But Friday’s announcement that George was being replaced as executive vice president and chief of operations by Pazder was a triumph of reason.

Pazder, 44, has served the past three years as senior vice president of tournament administration and is largely lauded by players and the media for being forthright and accessible. That’s a rare combination at Camp Ponte Vedra Beach.