Retired ESPN Producer Talks Golf at Carolina Colours

NEW BERN, NC, June 15, 2013 (Press-News.org) Chris Martens, retired senior producer for ESPN and noted golf and baseball historian, traveled to the golf course community of Carolina Colours in New Bern, NC on May 24, 2013 to share his personal experiences of working with golf legends. His presentation "Five Great Golfers Who Shaped the Game Today", emphasized the influences of various players on the game of golf, including Ben Hogan, Sam Snead, Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, and Jack Nicklaus.

Residents of the golf community had an opportunity to hear first-hand stories from Martens' adventures with the golfers - all of whom he came to know personally, except Hogan.. He also shared interview and game clips to outline how the legends influenced the game of golf as we know it today.

Ken Kirkman, owner of Carolina Creek LLC, and Carolina Colours developer says, "One reason our residents love living at Carolina Colours is the opportunity for social interaction. Hosting Chris Martens is an example of the many events that take place here every month. Our community is built around a world-class golf course and Mr. Marten's presentation was a unique opportunity that most golfers don't get to experience."

Chris Martens shares his experiences at events across the country, speaking on a wide range of topics, including Jackie Robinson, Jews in major league baseball, and the impact of World War II on major league baseball.

For more information about Carolina Colours and the active, community-focused lifestyle it offers, please visit http://www.CarolinaColours.com.

ABOUT CAROLINA COLOURS
Carolina Colours is a 1500 acre master planned community. Its unique amenities include:
- The Clubhouse Pavilion - The social and recreational center of Carolina Colours, with some 17,000 square feet of heated space, and patios that overlook the water that adjoins the 9th green of the golf course.
- The Golf Course - The 18 hole golf course, is regarded as one of the best in the region.
- Swimming Complex - Opened May 2013.
- Tennis Courts - Planning is underway and the courts are coming soon.
- Commercial Center - Swain and Associates of Wilmington, a highly successful commercial developer for over 39 years, is directing the development of an attractive commercial center, which will accommodate a variety of shops, restaurants and service facilities. Construction of a Harris Teeter, an upscale grocer, is scheduled to begin in 2014. This and a number of other shops will be opening in 2015.