I never thought the day would come when Akron, Ohio, would be dumped from pro golf’s annual tournament calendar after 72 years of legendary moments at Firestone Country Club.
But I also never thought a cheating scandal could happen at the Soap Box Derby, or that gambling on sports would be legalized in Ohio in 2023, or that high school athletes could be paid through endorsements.
Akron's future in pro golf seemed secure. Longevity was on our side.
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The first tournament came in 1953 to Breathnach Country Club in Cuyahoga Falls and then moved to Firestone Country Club the next year.
But I also never thought a cheating scandal could happen at the Soap Box Derby, or that gambling on sports would be legalized in Ohio in 2023, or that high school athletes could be paid through endorsements.
Akron's future in pro golf seemed secure. Longevity was on our side.
More: Kaulig Companies Championship returns for one last party at Firestone
The first tournament came in 1953 to Breathnach Country Club in Cuyahoga Falls and then moved to Firestone Country Club the next year.
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