Common Sense Scare: World Golf Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Moves to Players Week

I thought for sure they'd find a way not to do this. It just makes too much sense.

World Golf Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Moves to May 2011

Ceremony will kick off 2011 PLAYERS Championship

St. Augustine, Fla. (July 22, 2010) – The 2011 World Golf Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place on Monday, May 9, 2011, at World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Fla. That Monday marks the first day of THE PLAYERS Championship week.

“The Induction Ceremony continues to be an incredibly important event for golf each year as we take the opportunity to recognize the sport’s greatest achievers,” said Tim Finchem, PGA TOUR commissioner and World Golf Foundation board member. “Moving the Ceremony to the spring will heighten the event’s exposure in a variety of ways and will add a new level of excitement to THE PLAYERS for fans, media, sponsors and past and current players.”

“Staging the annual Induction Ceremony in the heart of the golf season, just before one of golf’s most thrilling events, is a great opportunity for the Hall of Fame,” said its COO Jack Peter. “The spring date is sure to give fans around the world an even better opportunity to witness the celebration.”

Class of 2011 PGA TOUR and International ballots have been mailed to the respective voting bodies and the voting results will be announced later in 2010.