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Reaction to death of PGA Professional Jim Flick

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Reaction to death of PGA Professional Jim Flick

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: 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: 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: 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: RIP Jim Flick! #Legend -- Colt Knost

‏@WilliamMcGirt: 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: 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: RIP Mr Flick from all at TaylorMade adidas Ashworth Golf #legend pic.twitter.com/Ua84WKOV -- TaylorMade Golf Europe

@garyplayer: RIP Jim Flick. A great teacher. An even better man -- Gary Player

‏@tiffanytavee: RIP Jim Flick...you will be greatly missed! -- Tiffany Tavee

@sscottpga: “@TaylorMadeGolf: RIP, Jim. You will be missed. pic.twitter.com/BmXVFFRB”>>we will certainly miss this icon in teaching -- Steve Scott, PGA Head Professional at Paramount Country Club in New York, N.Y.

‏@TwoGlovesGolf: God bless Jim Flick's family! #greatteacherbutgreatmanperiod!! -- Tommy Gainey

‏@elkpga: RIP Jim Flick.... I enjoyed my time talking swing theory with you... -- Steve Elkington

‏@ThePCreamer: 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: We're going to miss Jim Flick. He made a great contribution to golf. God bless him! -- Chip Beck

‏@BobbyGatesGolf: 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: 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: 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: 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. //golfdig.st/SPwCdz -- Golf Digest

‏@HamlukPGA : Amen to that! RT @GolfDigestMag: Jim Flick, who passed away today at the age of 82, was a teacher's teacher. //golfdig.st/SPwCdz -- 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... //bit.ly/WsgNwy -- Southern California PGA Section

‏@TheChristinaKim: Rest in peace, Mr. Jim Flick. The one time I met you was an experience I'll never forget. -- Christina Kim

‏@smhgolf: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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