Chi Chi Rodriguez

Premiere Speakers Bureau: Exclusively Representing the World's Most Compelling Speakers Chi Chi Rodriguez, One of The Great Showmen in Sports History! Chi Chi Rodriguez is one of the great showmen in sports history. In a career which spans four decades, Chi Chi won 8 times on the PGA Tour and now boasts 22 Senior Tour victories.His colorful performances still make his a gallery favorite, while his shot making skills have earned the respect of his peers. Chi grew up in the hot, dusty sugar cane fields of Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, where he helped his father tend the fields. Chi Chi's golf expertise began at the age of 12, when he shot a 67. Chi Chi became known for his hand-eye coordination and imagination - skills that have make him overcome all types of obstacles. He showcases these skills at golf clinics and exhibitions around the country.But Chi Chi's talents extend beyond what he is able to do with the golf ball. From his matador routine to his good-natured impersonations of fellow competitors, Chi Chi is an entertainer at heart. What separates Chi Chi from the rest is that he has coupled his success on the gold course with a strong personal desire to make a positive impact through The Chi Chi Rodriguez Youth Foundation. Chi Chi's Foundation, based in Clearwater, FL, is home to troubled and abused youngsters. Its mission is simple: to give kids a chance. "I figure kids are the future. If I made it, anybody can do it. I think I can be a good role model for them because they can look at me and say, "Look, he's a small guy, very poor, and he worked hard and made it." If I can help one kid become successful, that's all I ask for."i It is through examples like this that Chi Chi has proven that he is not only a great golf champion, but a champion in life. Topics: Inspiration, Media, Sports, Athlete, Contemporary Issues, Entertainment, chichi, rodriguez, golf, athletes, motivation, pga tour, masters

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[anthony20cali]

it's why Chi Chi Rodriguez was the name of John Leguizamo in too wong foo thanks for everything movie. he was puerto rican and picked his name. he was a person he looked up too. and John Leguizamo was also always funny xD he played Luigi in mario bros movie :D inspiration is the best gift. thank you to everyone that inspired all to reach there dreams :)

[ScottGolfPRico]

Puerto Ricos native son. With (8) PGA Tour Wins and (23) Champions Tour Wins.. Golf Hall Of Fame Inductee. The PGA Puerto Rico Open, has been dedicated to The Matador on the Greens.

[GolfMillRun]

Love his colourful celebrations. Truly a crowd favourite!

[vegascharlie07]

Chichí is from my barrio. Parcelas Falú.

[johnduncan77]

One funny Chi Chi story from years ago. I went to a Senior Open event at Stonebridge Country Club in IL. He had some good one liners that day but this one was the best. It was at a Par 3 (I think it was at 17). He had a deal with Toyota at that time. If someone got a hole in 1, they got a Caddy (Deville). Woman: "Hey Chi Chi! I bet that Caddy would be great with a hole in 1." Chi Chi replies in a polite tone- "Maam I have 7 Toyotas and 4 Lexus'. I dont need a Cadillac." Always fun to follow.

[PuertoRicoteetimes]

Native son and Golf Legend, Juan "Chi Chi" Rodriguez here with his Golf History for all of us golfers and golf historians, "El Matador On The Bermuda Green Carpet"

Enjoy!!!

[rudyholistic]

UNCLE CHI-CHI YOU WON THE BATTLE OF LIFE. BUT WHAT PEOPLE DO NOT KNOW,IS THE SACRIFICE YOUR FAMILY MADE FOR YOU , SPECIALLY MY AUNTY CARMELITA AND MY MOTHER MARIA RODRIGUEZ.

[PuertoRicoteetimes]

The Pride and Joy of Puerto Rico, #1 Golf Ambassador, True Champion on the PGA, Champions Tour & World Golf Hall Of Fame. A very humble and funny human being, with a Big Heart for his Childrens Foundation... We Love You!!! And thanks for the memories, and for making Puerto Rico "The Scotland Of The Caribbean"

William M. D'Scott

[1BoomerTEE]

KUDOS to you CHI CHI and your many inspirations!! As ARNIE has inspired many with his Prostate Awareness, YOU can help your friends in VISION awareness..."macular degeneration(AMD)." AMD has now surpassed Prostate cancer in volumetric numbers(Novartis.com). A silent and embarsassing anomaly, will you plse help???

PREVENTION:

AMD ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL(org)

YOURSCOREYOURWAY(com)

YOU TUBE(photochromic transitions)

Google...AMD/BLUE-LIGHT/A.FLET­CHER

link...Blue Light and Antioxidants

CHEERS

[Rico8458]

he is also the only golfer who refused to be paid in paper dollars and they had to pay him in pure gold bullion .9999 coins.