Mulhern Wins Overtime Playoff
Thomas Mulhern was in a celebrating mood after he dropped a playoff ace on the first extra hole to top Ken Westerman at Chandler Park. Rookie Westerman had provided his own fireworks in his first playoff appearance, dropping a 1 of his own to force the extra holes. Both players had separated from the field in regulation play and tied at 6 under par 65. Westerman posted first and Mulhern got the birdie he knew he needed with a clutch 4 footer on 18 to force the playoff. Host Helen Puffenberger and the Tour’s other super rookie Nancy Hiestand tied for 3rd at 3 under par 68. The day featured milestones for Ron Hiestand with his 100th Tour start and Brian Pieszchala with his 50th start. No surprise Mulhern won low putts with 26. Puffenberger to most greens at 12. Off course prizes went to Bill Gordon and Chuck Withey. Somewhere in all this, David Hansen regained the #1 World Ranking. The win is Thomas Mulhern’s 2nd on Tour in 35 starts.
Tour CEO Chuck Withey present charity check to Tee It Up for Reese sponsor Helen Puffenberger.