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'''Jerry Foltz''' (born August 14, 1962) is an American [[professional golfer]] and commentator for the [[Golf Channel]].<ref>[http://topics.golfchannel.com/people/jerry-foltz.htm Golf Channel - Jerry Foltz]</ref>
'''Jerry Foltz''' (born August 14, 1962) is an American former [[professional golfer]] and current commentator for the [[LIV Golf Invitational Series]]. He was formerly a long time commentator for the [[Golf Channel]].<ref>[http://topics.golfchannel.com/people/jerry-foltz.htm Golf Channel - Jerry Foltz]</ref>


==Amateur career==
==Amateur career==
Foltz was born in [[Las Vegas, Nevada]]. He played his college golf for the [[Arizona Wildcats|University of Arizona]] and was an All-[[Pacific-12 Conference|Pac-10]] selection in 1984. In 1989, he won the Arizona Amateur.
Foltz was born in [[Las Vegas Valley|Las Vegas]], [[Nevada]]. He played his college golf for the [[Arizona Wildcats|University of Arizona]] and was an All-[[Pac-12 Conference|Pac-10]] selection in 1984. In 1989, he won the Arizona Amateur.


== Professional career ==
== Professional career ==
Foltz turned professional in 1990, and claimed one victory on the Nike Tour (now the [[Nationwide Tour]]) in 1995. He has seven career [[Hole-in-one|holes-in-one]]. In 1990, three days after turning professional, Foltz sustained a serious back injury in an auto accident involving a drunk driver. Foltz was determined to overcome the injury and went on to success on the Nike Tour.
Foltz turned professional in 1990, and claimed one victory on the Nike Tour (now the [[Web.com Tour]]) in 1995. He has seven career [[Hole-in-one|holes-in-one]]. In 1990, three days after turning professional, Foltz sustained a serious back injury in an auto accident involving a drunk driver. Foltz was determined to overcome the injury and went on to success on the Nike Tour.


== Broadcasting career ==
== Broadcasting career ==
His broadcasting career began as he was still committed to his playing career.
His broadcasting career began as he was still committed to his playing career.


"Jerry's ability to analyze the game coupled with his talent for articulating his thoughts in an entertaining way has propelled him into the world of golf commentary."
"Jerry's ability to analyze the game coupled with his talent for articulating his thoughts in an entertaining way has propelled him into the world of golf commentary."


Foltz has served in multiple roles for Golf Channel, including:
Foltz has served in multiple roles for Golf Channel, including:
* On-course reporter for Nationwide Tour and PGA Tour coverage.
* On-course reporter for Nationwide Tour, LPGA Tour and PGA Tour coverage.
* Play-by-play host for Nationwide Tour coverage (2008–present).
* Play-by-play host for Nationwide Tour coverage (2008–present).
* Host of "Quest for the Card", a regular show about the Nationwide Tour.
* Host of "Quest for the Card", a regular show about the Nationwide Tour.
* Has made numerous appearances on studio shows, including Golf Central, Academy Live, Top 10.
* Has made numerous appearances on studio shows, including Golf Central, Academy Live, Top 1
* Morning Drive


In June 2022, it was confirmed that Foltz had left the [[Golf Channel]] to join the commentary team at the [[LIV Golf Invitational Series]].<ref>{{cite web |title=LIV Golf Announces Broadcast Team Ahead Of Invitational Series Opener |url=https://www.msn.com/en-gb/sport/golf/liv-golf-announces-broadcast-team-ahead-of-invitational-series-opener/ar-AAY91lX?ocid=uxbndlbing |website=MSN |access-date=6 June 2022 |date=6 June 2022 |first=Jeff |last=Kimber}}</ref>
== Quotes ==
*"Golf is an art, not a science."
*"Don't drink and drive, use a 3 wood."


== Personal life==
== Personal life==
Foltz and his wife Jane have one son, Jackson; they reside in [[Orlando, Florida]].
Foltz and his wife Jane have one son, Jackson; they reside in [[Orlando, Florida]].


==Professional wins==
==Professional wins (2)==
===Nationwide Tour wins===
===Nike Tour wins (1)===
{| class="wikitable" style="font-size:95%;"
⚫
*1995 [[NIKE South Carolina Classic]]
!No.
!Date
!Tournament
!Winning score
!Margin of<br>victory
!Runners-up
|-
|align=center|1
|align=right|May 7, [[1995 Nike Tour|1995]]
⚫
|[[Nike South Carolina Classic]]
|−9 (71-70-71-67=279)
|1 stroke
|{{flagicon|USA}} [[Morris Hatalsky]], {{flagicon|USA}} [[Tim Simpson]],<br>{{flagicon|USA}} [[Robert Wrenn (golfer)|Robert Wrenn]]
⚫
|}


===Other wins===
===Other wins (1)===
*1994 Newport Classic
*1994 Newport Classic

==Results in major championships==
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|- style="background:#eeeeee;"
!align="left"|Tournament !!1991
|-
|align=left|[[U.S. Open (golf)|U.S. Open]]
|CUT
|}
{{legend|#eeeeee|Did not play}}
CUT = missed the halfway cut<br>
''Note: Foltz only played in the U.S. Open.''


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
*{{PGATour player|00/65/85}}
*{{PGATour player|06585}}


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| PLACE OF BIRTH = Las Vegas, Nevada
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Latest revision as of 05:56, 23 November 2024

Jerry Foltz
Personal information
Born (1962-08-14) August 14, 1962 (age 62)
Las Vegas, Nevada
Height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Weight200 lb (91 kg; 14 st)
Sporting nationality United States
ResidenceOrlando, Florida
Career
CollegeUniversity of Arizona
Turned professional1986
Former tour(s)Nationwide Tour
Professional wins2
Number of wins by tour
Korn Ferry Tour1
Other1
Best results in major championships
Masters TournamentDNP
PGA ChampionshipDNP
U.S. OpenCUT: 1991
The Open ChampionshipDNP

Jerry Foltz (born August 14, 1962) is an American former professional golfer and current commentator for the LIV Golf Invitational Series. He was formerly a long time commentator for the Golf Channel.[1]

Amateur career

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Foltz was born in Las Vegas, Nevada. He played his college golf for the University of Arizona and was an All-Pac-10 selection in 1984. In 1989, he won the Arizona Amateur.

Professional career

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Foltz turned professional in 1990, and claimed one victory on the Nike Tour (now the Web.com Tour) in 1995. He has seven career holes-in-one. In 1990, three days after turning professional, Foltz sustained a serious back injury in an auto accident involving a drunk driver. Foltz was determined to overcome the injury and went on to success on the Nike Tour.

Broadcasting career

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His broadcasting career began as he was still committed to his playing career.

"Jerry's ability to analyze the game coupled with his talent for articulating his thoughts in an entertaining way has propelled him into the world of golf commentary."

Foltz has served in multiple roles for Golf Channel, including:

  • On-course reporter for Nationwide Tour, LPGA Tour and PGA Tour coverage.
  • Play-by-play host for Nationwide Tour coverage (2008–present).
  • Host of "Quest for the Card", a regular show about the Nationwide Tour.
  • Has made numerous appearances on studio shows, including Golf Central, Academy Live, Top 1
  • Morning Drive

In June 2022, it was confirmed that Foltz had left the Golf Channel to join the commentary team at the LIV Golf Invitational Series.[2]

Personal life

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Foltz and his wife Jane have one son, Jackson; they reside in Orlando, Florida.

Professional wins (2)

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Nike Tour wins (1)

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No. Date Tournament Winning score Margin of
victory 		Runners-up
1 May 7, 1995 Nike South Carolina Classic −9 (71-70-71-67=279) 1 stroke United States Morris Hatalsky, United States Tim Simpson,
United States Robert Wrenn

Other wins (1)

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  • 1994 Newport Classic

Results in major championships

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Tournament 1991
U.S. Open CUT
  Did not play

CUT = missed the halfway cut
Note: Foltz only played in the U.S. Open.

References

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  1. ^ Golf Channel - Jerry Foltz
  2. ^ Kimber, Jeff (June 6, 2022). "LIV Golf Announces Broadcast Team Ahead Of Invitational Series Opener". MSN. Retrieved June 6, 2022.
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