Under the late Fred Smith’s watch, FedEx invested heavily in the PGA Tour. Here’s why the pro game appealed to him.

The passing of Fred Smith, a major force in pro golf’s growth, draws heartfelt tributes from around the country.

The golf world mourns the loss of Frederick W. Smith, founder and executive chairman of FedEx, who died at age 80. FedEx and ...

It is not a small feat to say, we are at the level our tournament is at because of Fred Smith and the support of FedEx, and ...

PGA Tour Sends Heartfelt Message on Fred Smith's Death originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

FedEx founder Fred Smith died June 21 at the age of 80. He was remembered for transforming Memphis and shaping the city's ...

For all of FedEx founder Fred Smith's renown as a businessman, his impact on sports in Memphis is equally immeasurable.

It's hard to imagine a Memphis household that wasn't affected in some way, large (employment) or small (the Grizzlies), by ...

Congressman David Kustoff honored the founder, chairman, and CEO of FedEx Corporation on the Floor of the House of ...

Fred Smith, founder of FedEx, significantly impacted the Memphis sports landscape. Smith played a key role in bringing the NBA's Grizzlies to Memphis and securing their future in the city.

Fred Smith had an incalculable impact on Memphis, ... Sometimes, it's right in the name — "FedExForum," the "FedEx St. Jude Championship" golf tournament. More often, it is not.