Eric West To Make His PGA Tour Debut
Bermuda’s first player on the golf course for the 2023 Butterfield Bermuda Championships is Eric West who tees off in the morning wave at 8:45am today [Nov 9] to make his PGA Tour debut.
A spokesperson said, “The former Bermuda Open Champion & Head Golf Pro Port Royal – now top amateur player – is no stranger to playing with world class player. As a professional golfer Eric played the Mini Tours in the USA alongside breakthrough players plying their trade.”
Correspondent Kim Swan shared, “Personal stories feature prominently in any player’s journey to participate on the PGA Tour and Eric’s is story is surely meaningful to him and touching as well.
“Having recently endured the loss of his father, Territt West, a well-known businessman, golf enthusiast and outstanding hockey player in his younger years, Eric will undoubtedly have smiling eyes looking over him spiritually this week.”
“Eric West qualified in fine style – his outstanding 66 [5 under par] lead the Bermuda qualifiers. Undoubtedly that round will bode well for him and provide confidence playing at this level.
“Eric recently celebrated his milestone 40th birthday and this opportunity is undoubtedly the best birthday present any golfer could ask for.
“Come watch Eric West at Port Royal Golf Course or follow on pgatour.com”
