Zach Johnson Quotes

You need to make a trip to Des Moines in August, because the Iowa State Fair really is a sight to see. The Iowa Fairgrounds are usually packed for those 11 days, and you get a real sense of what a classic Midwest fair is all about.

I just see myself as an athlete and a competitor, someone who just works really hard at trying to get better at golf.

Elmcrest CC, in Cedar Rapids, is where it all started when I was growing up. The tree-lined course has a very demanding layout that requires you to be accurate off the tee and avoid a number of well-placed water hazards on some of the holes.

I've got a great support system, starting with my wife and family, to my agent, my instructor, and my mental coach.

Whenever I'm in Des Moines, I always make a trip to Manhattan Deli for a sandwich. I spent a lot of time there when I was going to college at Drake, so it's usually my one 'go-to' food stop when I'm in town.

I have no superstitions. I don't have to have a Sunday outfit. I don't have socks or underwear I have to wear.

Goal setting will never stop. I will continue to work hard and practice hard and see where things go.

There are a bunch of places to stay in Des Moines, but I'd suggest finding a place on the west side of town. It's a great urban area that has a lot to offer tourists.

I'm kind of a grinder. I'm a Cinderella, an underdog story who fights.

Some people thought I'd be on the PGA Tour, that I'd win tournaments, play in majors, contend in majors, win majors. I thought they were crazy.