Phil Considering Euro Tour Membership To Take Family On Educational Trips Where They Pay Appearance Fees

Andrew Both reports on what could become a trend for Phil Mickelson that started last fall.

His manager, Steve Loy of Gaylord Sports, has left open the door to the possibility.

"Phil is not considering joining the European Tour at this time, but it is an option in the future, given the global nature of professional golf," Loy said today.

Mickelson's membership would be a massive boost to the European Tour, which is using its international schedule and some deep-pocketed multi-national sponsors to challenge the once all-dominant American PGA Tour.

Mickelson is believed to be considering the move due to several factors, including his sponsorship deal with Barclays Bank, the naming-rights sponsor of the Scottish and Singapore Opens.

Comments

[Bench]

I don't blame Phil for a minute. These guys already get paid a boatload of money just to play golf. How is an appearance fee less legit?

I've been trying to talk my boss into paying me appearance fees on Fridays. No dice so far. Nice gig if you can get it.

[SM]

I think you should get paid on Fridays. Otherwise, don't go to work.

I think I know what we're talking about.

[Hawkeye]

Reasons aside, how about we reconvene the deabate on which tour is the strongest - Nationwide or Euro?

[F. X.]

Don't forget the euro is now worth 1.55 dollars.

[Steven T.]

John Daly will be a big hit on the Euro Tour regardless if he ever makes a cut.

I think Phil should take advantage of this opportunity, particularly when he signs a deal with BMW.

[Hawkeye]

Rednecks have little appeal around our shores, Steven T.

[ArdmoreAri]

My step-father is a card carrying redneck (translation = hunting, fishing, NASCAR, and watery lite beer) from Queen Maryland.

I too was not sure of the appeal but if you can learn to appreciate they will provide for many hours of pure joy and entertainment for the entire family!

[Some guy]

//Rednecks have little appeal around our shores//

No, Hawkeye, you guys prefer Chavs.

[Bench]

"I think you should get paid on Fridays. Otherwise, don't go to work.

I think I know what we're talking about."

Well, I already get paid on Fridays based on my actual performance at work, much like Phil getting paid according to how low he shoots at the tournament. I have asked for an additional fee, merely to show up, regardless of how well I perform. So far, no luck.

[Hawkeye]

Some guy, that's the one response I hoped wasn't coming... the wags of England's football team are sure a match for the Ryder Cup wives!

[Old Tom]

Europe is an interesting place with loads of history and culture. America is a strip mall of McDonalds and Arbys. Ya, tough choice.