Quotes of the Week: April 5, 2015

“After the first tee shot they went away pretty quick … Throughout the round they crept up a little bit, but I did a good job of keeping them away. … This is a pretty awesome moment … I think that after tomorrow’s round we’ll be able to really sit back and take it all in.” - after his third-round 70 alongside Phil Mickelson in the Shell Houston Open

“When you look at these kids and see the excitement on their faces – the same excitement I’m going to get just knowing that I’ll be playing the course today – it’s a thrill of a lifetime. This is Augusta National. When you look at that excitement, it brings back the joy that I had when I started playing golf.” - on the 2015 Drive, Chip and Putt

“Many dream and just hope that they can just walk inside the gates to watch the Masters, but to come and compete for these youngsters … is all great stuff.” - on the 2015 Drive, Chip & Putt

“I think what I like about the majors is you don’t have to shoot 20 under or 18 under to win … If you can come in around par, 1, 2 or 3 under par, come Sunday you’ll have a shot. So that’s kind of why I like majors.” - on the LPGA’s first major of the year, the ANA Inspiration.

“I mean, it was pretty awesome that I was near Annika’s record last week and even yesterday, and then I tied it. It was so cool that I’m tying with someone amazing and as great as her. I was like, man, I would love to reach 30 in a way. But as I said before, I’m relieved that this question is not going to be asked, but I think 29 -- I wasn’t counting, and 29 under-par rounds is pretty good in my book.” - after ending her sub-par rounds streak at 29

“Just one of those perfect 5-iron numbers … Actually hit just a tad right of the flag, and with my little draw just saw it bounce a little left and perfect speed, just fell in the middle of the cup. ... I thought if I got a little speed on him to catch up, I might be able to take him ... He’s just a little too quick.” - after making a hole-in-one and racing his caddie to the green at the Shell Houston Open

“If it comes down to me not winning any majors when I’m done with my golfing career, I’m not going to be sad … It’s not the main thing. Obviously it’s something nice to have, and if I get it I’m not going to give it back, but that is not - it’s not the main thing in my life.” - on being content with never winning a major.

“It’s already cool that we are both on tour, but it would be really cool if we both got top 10 this week,” - as both sisters made a run at the ANA Inspiration

“I wish this was around when I was coming up here. This is a major for them. I feel the same excitement they do when I get on the grounds. I’m like a kid at Christmas. It’s great to see the passion these kids have for the game of golf and seeing that the game of golf is healthy and that these kids do love it the way I love it.” - on the 2015 Drive, Chip & Putt

“I’m playing in the Masters. It’s obviously very important to me, and I want to be there. I’ve worked a lot on my game and I’m looking forward to competing. I’m excited to get to Augusta and I appreciate everyone’s support. “ - on his return to competition.