Boo Weekley
Definition
Thomas Brent 'Boo' Weekley (born July 23, 1973) is an American professional golfer who has competed on the PGA Tour and currently plays on the PGA Tour Champions.
Nicknamed 'Boo' after Yogi Bear's sidekick Boo Boo Bear, he earned three PGA Tour victories: the 2007 and 2008 Verizon Heritage, and the 2013 Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial.
A member of the victorious 2008 U.S. Ryder Cup team, known for his powerful drives, folksy charm, and resilience despite injury setbacks.
Examples
Boo Weekley channeled his inner Boo Boo Bear to snag back-to-back wins at Hilton Head in '07 and '08.
With injuries piling up like lost golf balls, Boo Weekley still haunts the PGA Tour Champions like a friendly ghost.
Boo Weekley's Ryder Cup heroics in 2008 proved he's more Yogi's smart sidekick than just comic relief.
Fans love how Boo Weekley turns a mundane fairway into a picnic bash with his booming personality and drives.