In Gary Woodland’s Corner, an Ex-Fighter Pilot Has Been Lending Support

In Gary Woodland’s corner, an ex-fighter pilot has been lending support

Lt. Col. Dan Rooney can relate to Gary Woodland’s condition but said he never has had anything “as intense as what Gary is going through.” The post In Gary Woodland’s corner, an ex-fighter pilot has been lending support   appeared first on Golf.

Ex-Fighter Pilot Supports Gary Woodland’s Comeback from PTSD

Gary Woodland, the 41-year-old golfer and 2019 U.S. Open champion, recently triumphed at the Texas Children's Houston Open, marking his comeback after a battle with a brain tumor and subsequent PTSD diagnosis. Woodland's struggles included severe anxiety and emotional challenges, particularly during high-pressure situations on the PGA Tour. He received crucial support from long-time friend Lt. Col. Dan Rooney, a fighter pilot and founder of the …

Gary Woodland wins Texas Children’s Houston Open in emotional finish

The state of Texas hosted its first event of the 2026 PGA Tour season, as the players competed at the Texas Children’s Houston Open, held at Memorial Park Golf Course just a few miles west of downtown Houston. Four days of rain-free, sunny Texas weather was every golfer’s dream. A clear forecast helped many of the players perform well, with 59 golfers ending the tournament under par. The final standings of the Texas Children’s were incredibly ti…