Atkinson talks to ESPN2 about U.S. Open
3 Jun 2008 by Wendi Lewis under Events, News
A few weeks ago, I talked about lung cancer survivor John Atkinson, who was selected by Golf Digest magazine to play the U.S. Open golf course on Father’s Day, June 15, as part of a celebrity foursome with Today Show host Matt Lauer, pop star and entertainer Justin Timberlake, and Dallas Cowboy Tony Romo. Friday morning, he was on an ESPN2 radio program, “Mike & Mike in the Morning,” where he discussed his thoughts on the upcoming event.
John Atkinson talks about U.S. Open plans with ESPN2.
Atkinson will play the tough Torrey Pines course in San Diego. While on the radio program, John shares the story of his diagnosis and battle with lung cancer, and his plans to break 100 in the tournament.
John is a spokesperson for the Lung Cancer Alliance. Visit their web site to download a sponsor form, and consider hosting a party on the day of the celebrity tournament. John is encouraging donors to vow to double their pledge if he breaks 100.
Let’s get behind this remarkable man, who has a unique opportunity to share the message of the importance of lung cancer research and funding. NBC Sports will broadcast the celebrity event from 2-3 p.m. ET.
