Who knew that "Happy Gilmore" was based on a true story...well a real, professional, hockey player from New Hampshire anyway.

The highly anticipated sequel to the 1990s film brings Adam Sandler's unorthodox golfer and others, including Julie Bowen.

Still regarded as one of Adam Sandlerâ s best movies, the 1996 sports comedy Happy Gilmore has developed a cult following ...

But the portentous music, the adoring fans telling Sandler’s hockey player-turned-golfer “We’re happy you’re back, Mr. Gilmore,” and especially the shots of Julie Bowen and Sandler ...

In Happy Gilmore lore, McGavin was an established superstar golfer, but the Tour Championship had always eluded him. Meanwhile, Gilmore was an upstart former hockey player who gained a cult ...