Reaction to the death of Jim Flick on Monday continues to come in from all quarters of the golf world. Here is a sample of the comments on social media:
@MichaelBreed: Sad news today. The passing of a legend Jim Flick. A mentor, leader, legend and mostly a gentleman!! He had such great passion. God bless. -- Michael Breed, PGA Head Professional at Sunningdale Country Club in Scarsdale, N.Y.
@DAPoints [1]: Very sad to hear of the passing of Jim Flick! I had the pleasure of doing several outings with him! He was a true genius of the game! #RIP -- D.A. Points
@CKGolferChic [2]: RIP JIM FLICK my heart,prayers,and condolences go out to the family. The golfing world has lost a great teacher,friend and special man. -- Cristie Kerr
@KellySivierPGA: RIP Mr. Jim Flick. A true consummate professional in the world of golf. His legacy will live forever in those he inspired. #Legend -- Kelly Sivier, PGA Assistant Professional at Meadowbrook Country Club in Northville, Mich.
@peterjkostis [3]: Jim Flick introduced me to Bob Toski & Golf Digest and gave me my chance in the teaching business.I am forever greatful to him. A good man. -- Peter Kostis
@ColtKnost [4]: RIP Jim Flick! #Legend -- Colt Knost
@WilliamMcGirt [5]: Sorry to hear about the passing of Jim Flick. A great teacher but an even better man. You will be missed Mr. Flick. -- William McGirt
@TaylorMadeGolf [6]: We're deeply saddened to have learned our beloved friend and ambassador Jim Flick passed away today at his home in Carlsbad, CA. He was 82. -- TaylorMade Golf
@TaylorMadeGolf: RIP, Jim. You will be missed. pic.twitter.com/EeUDHmxk -- TaylorMade Golf
@TaylorMadeTour [7]: RIP Mr Flick from all at TaylorMade adidas Ashworth Golf #legend pic.twitter.com/Ua84WKOV [8] -- TaylorMade Golf Europe
@garyplayer [9]: RIP Jim Flick. A great teacher. An even better man -- Gary Player [9]
@tiffanytavee [10]: RIP Jim Flick...you will be greatly missed! -- Tiffany Tavee
@sscottpga: “@TaylorMadeGolf [11]: RIP, Jim. You will be missed. pic.twitter.com/BmXVFFRB [12]”>>we will certainly miss this icon in teaching -- Steve Scott, PGA Head Professional at Paramount Country Club in New York, N.Y.
@TwoGlovesGolf [13]: God bless Jim Flick's family! #greatteacherbutgreatmanperiod!! -- Tommy Gainey
@elkpga [14]: RIP Jim Flick.... I enjoyed my time talking swing theory with you... -- Steve Elkington
@ThePCreamer [15]: RIP Jim Flick. #sendingmanyprayers -- Paula Creamer
@BillRansonGolf: My sympathies to the Flick family and #RIP Jim Flick, thank you for everything you have done and given for the game of golf. -- Bill Ranson, PGA Apprentice at Players Golf Club in Santa Monica, Calif.
@ChipBeck59 [16]: We're going to miss Jim Flick. He made a great contribution to golf. God bless him! -- Chip Beck
@BobbyGatesGolf [17]: My thoughts and prayers go out to the Flick family. His impact on the game of golf will be felt for generations to come. -- Bobby Gates
@KevinHamlukGolf: The world of golf lost a true legend today. RIP Jim Flick -- Kevin Hamluk, PGA Director of Instruction at South Riding Golf Club in South Riding, Va.
@RickieFowlerPGA [18]: RIP Jim Flick...the game lost a great guy today...he will forever be remembered for the positive impact he has had on so many!! #Legend -- Rickie Fowler
@BobEstesPGA [19]: Jim Flick was a great teacher but a better man! One reason I know is because he often gave credit for his knowledge to Nicklaus, Toski, etc. -- Bob Estes
@BobEstesPGA [19]: I've worked with many teachers in the past, but Jim Flick was the best at explaining the golfswing from start to finish. We'll all miss him! -- Bob Estes
@GolfDigestMag: Jim Flick, who passed away today at the age of 82, was a teacher's teacher. http://golfdig.st/SPwCdz [20] -- Golf Digest
@HamlukPGA [21] : Amen to that! RT @GolfDigestMag: Jim Flick, who passed away today at the age of 82, was a teacher's teacher. http://golfdig.st/SPwCdz [20] -- Kevin Hamluk, PGA Director of Instruction at South Riding Golf Club in South Riding, Va.
@scpga: In memory of PGA Professional Jim Flick: The SCPGA is deeply saddened to have learned our beloved friend, golf a... http://bit.ly/WsgNwy [22] -- Southern California PGA Section
@TheChristinaKim [23]: Rest in peace, Mr. Jim Flick. The one time I met you was an experience I'll never forget. -- Christina Kim
@smhgolf [24]: Sorry to hear of Jim Flicks passing today, but proud to say ive worked at @LosantivilleCC where his teaching career started! #Legend -- Sara Hurwitch
@Callaway_HarryA: Jim Flick was the first legend I ever met when I got into this industry. Always made me feel special and offer swing advice. #legend -- Harry Arnett, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Callaway Golf
@Callaway_HarryA: RIP Jim Flick. You made the world a better place with your passion and enthusiasm. You will be missed. #legend -- Harry Arnett
@Callaway_HarryA: More Jim Flick: he always said"It's a golf swing, not a golf turn." I always hear that in my head when I'm hitting it poorly. #legend -- Harry Arnett
@kandicomergolf [25]: God Bless the Flick family. We lost a great person and a great teacher today. -- Kandi Comer, PGA Instructor at Glenmore Country Club in Keswick, Va.
@mark_immelman [26]: Rest in peace Jim Flick... One of the great golf instructors of all time. #youwillbemissed -- Mark Immelman, golf teacher and brother of former Masters champion Trevor Immelman
@KIRKOGURI: “@mark_immelman [26]: Rest in peace Jim Flick... One of the great golf instructors of all time. #youwillbemissed” truth be told Mark -- Kirk Oguri, PGA Assistant Professional at the Greens at Half Hollow in Melville, N.Y.
@BriVega [27]: I am blessed to have met Jim Flick, and honored he asked to give me a lesson at Taylormade HQs. My prayers are with his family #Legend -- Briana Vega
@KayCockerill [28]: Felt like yesterday when I saw Jim Flick in Aug. He looked great & we had a wonderful chat about golf & life. Can't believe he's gone. #RIP -- Kay Cockerill
@TheGolf_Doctor: Jim Flick... Was a very nice and carry person. He made a difference in a big way. He was a people person. May God rest his soul. -- Charlie Epps, PGA Director of Instruction at Redstone Golf Club in Humble, Texas