Chris Eversole – Team Captain

Chris Eversole entered the 2003 World Championship as the hottest Golden Tee player on the planet. With barely a year of experience, Chris stormed on to the live tournament scene and proceeded to take the World Championship title to his hometown of Atlanta, Georgia. It appears some things never change - even after one year.

Chris has won four of the eight major tournaments in 2004 bringing his lifetime tally to an unprecedented 9 live event wins, making him the most decorated player in Golden Tee history! Despite his accolades, the 26-year-old grad student enjoys nothing more than getting together with his buddies at his favorite Atlanta bar, Mr. C’s Tavern.

Chris’ Golden Tee style is both a palmer and thumber – depending on the circumstance. Live events are what drove him originally to the game and continue to be his favorite part of the sport.

“I’ve been counting the days till Orlando for quite some time,” the reigning champ said. “I’m ready to help Team USA defend the cup one more time.”
 

Jon Biedermann

Jon “JP” Biedermann began playing Golden Tee to pass time on his frequent business trips around the country. In 2004, with a few years of experience under his belt, his dedication to the game has earned him a spot on the prestigious Team USA roster.

“This is incredible!’ said the 33-year-old family man. “I knew I could compete, but to have it come together at the right time and get a spot in Orlando is just amazing.”

When he is not playing Golden Tee, Jon enjoys playing guitar and racquetball in his hometown of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. John and his family are looking forward to an extended Florida vacation while in town for the championship.

Andy Haas

Riding high from his first major tournament win in the Chicago Open this past October, Andy arrives in Orlando with a clear shot at the World Championship title. This year marks Andy’s second straight appearance on Golden Tee’s global stage.

Andy hails from Stow, Ohio, and he is currently a student at Miami University. When he is not spinning rounds at his favorite bar, Brubaker’s Chapel Hill, the 22-year-old takes his skill to the real links where his is a 10-handicapper.

When asked about the championship, Andy said, “It is nice to have made the cut in Gold instead of Silver this year. I can’t wait to meet the international guys once again in Orlando.”

Jeffrey Harlow

A notable name on Golden Tee leaderboards across the U.S., Jeff Harlow has now earned his first chance at worldwide recognition. After getting into Golden Tee because it’s a “videogame with athleticism”, the 30-year-old bagel baker has built quite a name for himself among his video golf peers.

Jeff’s favorite Golden Tee bar is the Grappa Grill in St. Charles, Missouri, but his drink of choice while playing is ironically Mountain Dew. Jeff is drawn to Golden Tee for its competitive tournaments and he’s looking forward to competing in the World Championship.

“I am ecstatic!” Harlow exclaimed. “I feel lucky just to be a part of this!”

Anthony Johnson

Tony Johnson first took to the trackball in 2000 looking for a little competition between his buddies. Four years later, the 26-year-old Minnesotan has become one of Golden Tee’s live circuit favorites.

An electrical engineer by trade, Tony resides in Minneapolis with his wife, Abby. When he is not playing at his favorite bar, Old Chicago Uptown, Tony prefers to take his golfing skills to the real course where he is an 8-handicapper.

Tony describes his Golden Tee playing style as 90% palms and 10% thumbs. When asked about the World Championship he replied, “I am very excited to meet and play against GT players from around the world.”

Ambarish Khatri

Wherever there is talk of live Golden Tee competitions, rarely will the name Sonu Khatri be left out of the conversation.

Sonu has been a notable figure in the Golden Tee community since he began playing the game back in 1997. A frequent visitor to Clayton, Ohio’s video golf haven, King’s Table Billiards, Sonu enjoys Golden Tee for its competition and high stakes tournaments.

When he is not spinning rounds of GT, Sonu enjoys reading books, watching movies and shooting pool. When asked his thoughts about making Team USA, Sonu simply responded, “Fun, fun, fun and FUN!”

William Lee

After discovering Golden Tee just two years ago with a few of his co-workers, William Lee has been on the fast track to video sports glory and his trip to Orlando is proof of his dedication to the game.

A day trader by occupation, Will spends his nights at the Roadhouse in New York City sipping Corona and honing his trackball skills. While Will represents one of four Silver Division players on Team USA this year, his GT skills are worthy of Gold.

“After a disappointing attempt to make the team last year, I am happy to have shot well enough to make Orlando this year,” he said. “I am very excited to be a part of Team USA.”

Dean Liakakos

Dean Liakakos is not “just another player” among the vast world of Golden Tee. He is a proven champion, a community leader and friend to many in the sport. While competition and prize money are some of the main reasons people play the game, camaraderie is its true spirit and continues to serve as Dean’s main motivation.

Whether it’s spinning games with friends in his pool hall, King’s Table Billiards in Clayton, Ohio, or traveling to multiple live events across the world, Dean enjoys the fellowship of the game. In 2004, Dean enters Orlando with the most impressive accomplishment list of any Team USA member and with the hope of adding one more notch to his belt: Golden Tee World Champion.

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