Article July 14, 2003 Issue

A golfer who prays

Brian Kissock reflects on his years on the European golf circuit.

By Kim Shippey Senior Writer

When the 132nd British Open gets under way on July 17 at Royal St. George's in Kent, England, Brian Kissock will be with the players in spirit. He played in the final qualifying round of the Open at Muirfield in Scotland in 1966, a tournament won by Jack Nicklaus.

"I'll be sharing the thousand thoughts a golfer has on the first tee of a major championship," says Kissock, "the anticipation, the emotions, some of the fears. If I were there, I'd certainly be joining them for the Bible study that quite a few of the players on the circuit consider an important part of their preparation."

The Bible, says Kissock, offers many examples of people who overcame fear—demonstrating resilience, determination, courage, control, humility in their lives, which are all qualities needed in a good golfer.

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