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  • PGA of America bestows membership on African-American pioneers

    19 Nov 2009 | 1:53 pm
    NEW ORLEANS -- The PGA of America bestowed posthumous membership upon three African American golf pioneers -- Ted Rhodes, John Shippen and Bill Spiller -- who were denied the opportunity to become PGA members during their professional careers. The PGA also has granted posthumous honorary membership to Joe Louis Barrow Sr. -- better known as Joe Louis -- the legendary world heavyweight boxing champion who became an advocate for diversity in golf.

  • PGA Merchandise Show Offers the Industry a Blueprint for Growth in '10

    17 Nov 2009 | 1:16 pm
    PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Influential golf manufacturers will exhibit; international leaders will address industry issues, timely education seminars and relevant best practices will be offered, new golf employment initiatives will be launched and professional networking will build important relationships as a blueprint for industry growth in 2010 will be established at the PGA Merchandise Show, Jan. 28-30, 2010, in Orlando, Fla.

  • Hershey Country Club to Host 2011 PGA National Championship

    17 Nov 2009 | 1:14 pm
    PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Hershey (Pa.) Country Club, the former home to two of golf's legendary players and the host of the 1940 PGA Championship, has been named the site of 2011 PGA Professional National Championship.

  • PGA of America Makes $10,000 Donation to Support Instruction

    17 Nov 2009 | 1:12 pm
    MIAMI -- South Florida is the new home for the Midnight Golf Program, an acclaimed initiative that gained national attention for its unique blend of serving young adults' personal development, educational preparedness and appreciation for the game of golf. The South Florida Chapter is led by Executive Director Marqus Fisher, with the support of local volunteers, South Florida PGA Section and the Detroit Midnight Golf Executive Committee.

  • PGA's 93rd Annual Meeting Sets Momentum for 'Blueprint for Success'

    17 Nov 2009 | 1:10 pm
    PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Combining the collective brainpower of PGA leaders in looking ahead to future opportunities while also recalling and establishing PGA of America history with powerful emotions, the 93rd PGA Annual Meeting that concluded on Saturday (Nov. 14) in New Orleans was one of the most eventful in the annals of the Association.
 
 
 
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  • Women in Distress - Wall Street Journal

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    GolfDigest.comWomen in DistressWall Street JournalThe LPGA did strike a 10-year deal with the Golf Channel in February, but by then numerous sponsors were too battered by the economy to stick around. Ochoa retains lead after shortened Day 2 at HoustonianHouston ChronicleLPGA, Golf Channel will miss Michelle Wie's star powerExaminer.comGustafson closes in on Ochoa in rainBoston GlobeSeattle Times -New Zealand Herald -KHOUall 1,250 news articles »

  • Golf | Lee Westwood leads European Tour finale in Dubai by 2 strokes - Seattle Times

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    Times OnlineGolf | Lee Westwood leads European Tour finale in Dubai by 2 strokesSeattle TimesRain swamped the Houstonian Golf and Country Club before dawn and the start of the second round was pushed back six hours. Ochoa didn't play Friday after Westwood keeps two shot lead over McIlroyBelfast TelegraphLast minute effort for Race to DubaiCNN InternationalLee Westwood wends his way to the top of Dubai leaderboardguardian.co.ukDubai City Guide -Independent -GulfNewsall 1,239 news articles »

  • 2010 Dick's Sporting Goods Open Celebrates 40 Years of Pro Golf in Area - WBNG-TV

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  • Girls' golf: Torrance wins third consecutive state title - Los Angeles Times

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    Girls' golf: Torrance wins third consecutive state titleLos Angeles TimesSenior Jenny Shin shot a one-under-par 71 on Thursday at Poppy Hills Golf Course in Pebble Beach to help the Torrance girls' golf team win a third Salinas' Camany wins golf medalThe Salinas CalifornianCIF Girls State Golf: Camany takes 6th; Andreas tied for 18th; Torrance wins Monterey County Heraldare best in state ... againDaily Breezeall 4 news articles »

  • Golf: Travelers pays off for area nonprofits - Journal Inquirer

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    Golf: Travelers pays off for area nonprofitsJournal InquirerThe tour cited The Travelers for volunteer work by employees of The Travelers Companies; marketing efforts such as the online golf game, the Travelers Johnson takes strategic approach to scheduleMyrtle Beach Sun NewsNine TOUR tournaments receive 'Best Of' honorsPGA Tourall 9 news articles »
 
 
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  • LPGA Tour Championship Friday: Houston, We Have a Problem!

    The Constructivist
    21 Nov 2009 | 1:20 am
    LPGA official Doug Brecht said they got some "bonus golf" in on the Houstonian today when it appeared heavy rains would wash away the entire 2nd round of the LPGA Tour Championship. True, half the field didn't even get to tee it off and nobody in the morning pairings actually finished her round. So they're going to need the course to drain well, more rain to hold off, a lot of fast play from the remaining golfers in the field (Candie Kung, Seon Hwa Lee, and Silvia Cavalleri joined Michelle Wie in withdrawing), and a little luck to finish all 72 holes by Sunday afternoon now. But Brecht…

  • LPGA Tour Championship Thursday: Ochoa Leads, Wie WDs

    The Constructivist
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:27 pm
    Lorena Ochoa opened up a 4-shot lead on Player of the Year race leader Ji-Yai Shin in the 1st round of the LPGA Tour Championship today. Both players started on the back in the morning pairings, but they finished quite differently. Ochoa fired a tournament-leading 66, making 3 of her 8 birdies on the day in her last 4 holes, while Shin was busy bogeying 2 of her last 4 holes and finishing +2 over her last 8 holes to drop back to T9 at -2. Meanwhile, Michelle Wie, who finished +3 over her last 6 holes, including a double bogey on the par-3 17th, to settle for a 72, later announced that her…

  • A Hitchhiker's Guide to the 2010 LPGA Schedule

    The Constructivist
    19 Nov 2009 | 4:10 am
    I've been checking out all the reactions to the announcement of the 2010 LPGA schedule that google can bring my way, from neutral ones like Bill Jempty's, Ryan Ballengee's, Hound Dog's, and Steve DiMeglio's, to mildly optimistic ones like Brent Kelley's and Stephanie Wei's, to pessimistic ones like Mick Elliott's and Steve Elling's. I've also been tracking the fate of tournaments not (yet?) on the official list, like the very popular Phoenix event (which still can't pull together enough sponsorship support) and the Sybase (which suddenly lost ShopRite's support when they decided to go back to…

  • LPGA Tour Championship Preview/Predictions/Pairings

    The Constructivist
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:39 am
    The LPGA Tour Championship is here. This one's for all the marbles! It all comes down to this! [Insert your cliche here.] Jeff Skinner lays out what's at stake this week for the top LPGA golfers. Rookie of the Year Ji-Yai Shin may have clinched the money-list title last week in Guadalajara, but Lorena Ochoa can walk away from Houston with her 4th-straight Player of the Year award and Vare Trophy. But can Michelle Wie play spoiler for the 2nd week in a row? Can Cristie Kerr sneak away with both the POY and the Vare Trophy for herself? (It's mathematically possible, according to Hound Dog! And…

  • Paging Global Golf Post

    The Constructivist
    17 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am
    Following a suggestion from a long-time reader, I subscribed to Global Golf Post, a new Orlando-based digital magazine edited by Brian Hewitt (formerly of Golf Channel), in hopes that I'd learn something new about golf on this planet. Well, after reading their November 9th issue, I've come to the conclusion that the editorial staff put a lot more effort into their media kit.Consider this: in their 19-page inaugural issue, Futures Tour Q-School got slightly more inches than the Mizuno Classic (and they were better inches, as they were drawn from a Lisa Mickey press release instead of from the…
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  • With Ankle in a Brace, Wie Quits After a 72

    By KAREN CROUSE
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:32 pm
    The marquee player in the L.P.G.A. Tour Championship was said to have been hurt in a collision with a fan during the practice round.

  • Idle Ochoa Leads LPGA Tour Championship

    By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
    20 Nov 2009 | 4:40 pm
    RICHMOND, Texas (AP) -- Sophie Gustafson moved within two shots of leader Lorena Ochoa at the LPGA Tour Championship on Friday before second-round play was suspended because of bad weather.

  • Westwood Shoots 69 for 2-Shot Lead in Dubai

    By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:50 am
    DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) -- Lee Westwood shot a 3-under 69 Friday to take a two-stroke lead after the second round of the Dubai World Championship, strengthening his chance of winning the European money title.

  • Wie Withdraws From LPGA Event With Ankle Injury

    By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:30 pm
    RICHMOND, Texas (AP) -- Michelle Wie withdrew from the LPGA Tour Championship on Thursday after hobbling through her first round on a sprained left ankle.

  • Wie Withdraws, Ochoa Leads LPGA Tour Championship

    By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
    19 Nov 2009 | 5:30 pm
    RICHMOND, Texas (AP) -- Michelle Wie is gone, putting all the attention on Lorena Ochoa's player of the year fight with Jiyai Shin at the LPGA Tour Championship.
 
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  • Australian Senior Leads Champions Tour Q-School Grads

    20 Nov 2009 | 1:45 pm
    It makes sense that a senior would win the Champions Tour Q-School tournament. But we're not talking any senior. We're talking Peter Senior. The three-time Order of Merit winner on the PGA Tour of Australasia was the winner of the senior circuit's Q-School finale on Friday. Senior won 19 times on the Australasian tour, the last victory coming in 2003; plus four wins on the European Tour and three on the Japan Tour. The Champions Tour has been called the hardest tour in the world to get onto, and it awards tour cards only to the Top 5 finishers at Q-School. Joining Senior in earning their 2010…

  • New Equipment: Wedge-a-palooza

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:12 am
    There are 10 new pieces of golf equipment featured in our latest new equipment gallery, and five of them are wedges. TaylorMade, Cleveland, Callaway, Miura and Feel all have new wedges hitting the market. Also included in the roundup are Cleveland irons, Odyssey putters, Rife putters, a women's set from Callaway and a premium Japanese shaft. View the gallery to read about each. And expect to see many more wedges hitting pro shop aisles in the coming weeks, leading up to the new groove rules for 2010. The 2010 groove specs are leading to a wedge glut for two reasons: 1. Obviously, companies…

  • Nickent Golf Out of Business

    19 Nov 2009 | 3:13 pm
    Nickent Golf is out of business. Golfweek's Gene Yasuda reported today that Nickent laid off the last 22 of its employees this week and is preparing to liquidate. I liked a lot of Nickent's clubs, particularly the drivers it was making in the 2003-2005 range, along with its fairways and hybrids. The Pipe putter drew some modest attention, too. The company did a lot of growing in that period and up through 2007, including hiring tour players and getting quite of a few of its hybrids into play on the Nationwide, LPGA and Champions tours. What happened? Yasuda explains: The equipment maker's…

  • Wie Withdraws from Tour Championship with Ankle Injury

    19 Nov 2009 | 11:48 am
    Michelle Wie's victory in Mexico last week was a major does of good news for the LPGA. And with the LPGA's luck in 2009, that meant some bad news had to be right around the corner. Wie withdrew from the season-ending LPGA Tour Championship in Houston today following an even-par 72 in the first round, citing a sprained ankle. Wie had the ankle heavily wrapped last week during her victory, and while didn't do a lot of obvious limping in Mexico there were times when it was obvious the ankle bothered her. Today, Wie was 3-under par through 12 holes of the very windy afternoon session before…

  • Wie's Win Doubles Golf Channel Ratings

    19 Nov 2009 | 2:21 am
    Michelle Wie still has pull. That was something I was beginning to wonder about during the first round of the Lorena Ochoa Invitational last week: Despite being on the leaderboard through much of the Golf Channel's first-round coverage, Wie didn't get much TV time. That was a major change from a few years ago when, as with Tiger Woods on the PGA Tour, Wie would sometimes dominate coverage whether she was threatening the lead or not. Was Wie's ability to draw attention, to draw crowds, to draw coverage, disappearing? Had her cachet been squandered? I wondered, too, when on Monday morning my…
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  • Italy's Molinari takes Dunlop Phoenix lead (AP)

    20 Nov 2009 | 11:53 pm
    Italy's Edoardo Molinari shot a 2-under 69 on Saturday to take a one-stroke lead at the $2.2 million Dunlop Phoenix. Molinari, the 2009 European Challenge Tour money leader, had four birdies and two bogeys to finish at 8-under 205 for a one-stroke lead over Sweden's Robert Karlsson (68) and overnight co-leader Kenichi Kuboya (71).

  • Points, Bettencourt lead at Pebble Beach (AP)

    20 Nov 2009 | 5:53 pm
    D.A. Points shot a 2-under 70 at Del Monte, and Matt Bettencourt had a 71 in wind and rain at Spyglass Hill to share the second-round lead in the Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational on Friday. Points, 66th on the U.S. PGA Tour money list this season, had a scrambling round with two eagles, three birdies, two bogeys and a triple bogey.

  • Idle Ochoa leads LPGA Tour Championship (AP)

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:39 pm
    Sophie Gustafson moved within two shots of leader Lorena Ochoa at the LPGA Tour Championship on Friday before second-round play was suspended because of bad weather. Rain swamped the Houstonian Golf and Country Club before dawn and the start of the second round was pushed back six hours. The tournament resumed at 1 p.m., but light rain started falling about two hours later and play was halted for...

  • Peter Senior wins Champions Tour Q-school (AP)

    20 Nov 2009 | 4:15 pm
    Australia's Peter Senior won the Champions Tour Qualifying Tournament by shooting a 5-under 66 for a three-stroke victory over Joe Ozaki, Steve Haskins and Ronnie Black on Friday. Senior, the winner of 18 tournaments in his home country, three events in Japan and four more on the European Tour, had a 17-under 266 total on TPC Scottsdale's Champions Course.

  • Westwood shoots 69 for 2-shot lead in Dubai (AP)

    20 Nov 2009 | 11:40 am
    Lee Westwood shot a 3-under 69 Friday to take a two-stroke lead after the second round of the Dubai World Championship, strengthening his chance of winning the European money title. The English golfer could pick up two big prizes on Sunday. If he wins the last tournament of the European Tour season, he will receive $1.25 million in prize money -- plus a $1.5 million bonus for winning the Race to...
 
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  • New Rules of Golf Instruction-Essential Skill of the Week-Swing the Club

    Charlie King
    16 Nov 2009 | 10:10 am
    This brings us to the halfway point of the 7 Essential Skills for Golf.  My title says "Swing the Club", I also call this skill Effortless Clubhead Speed.  If you have been working on your skills as we have been reviewing each skill, your pre-swing is better, you are hitting the golf ball solidly and your body is supporting the swing and being a powerful base for operations. Our instinct is to muscle the club to get our distance.  We tend to be quick from the top and using very tight grip pressure.  I call the video "Is your Swing Really a Swing?"…

  • Golf Tips, Golf Lessons, etc. - What do you want to see more of?

    Charlie King
    13 Nov 2009 | 10:55 am
    In this blog , I focus on golf improvement.  Anything and everything that leads to golfers getting better.  Today I want your comments and feedback.  In the comment section, please tell me what you want.  Tell me what would help you the most.  Let me know if there is a topic I haven't covered that you want more of. If you leave a comment, I will give you 10% off your next golf school or golf lesson with us.  The comment section will make it easy to keep track of. (I obviously want your comments as I am giving you this ethical bribe). As I always like to do, I've…

  • New Rules of Golf Instruction - Essential Skill of the Week - The Body

    Charlie King
    8 Nov 2009 | 6:44 am
    The first two weeks we covered Pre-Swing in two parts (if you missed these, look back a couple of posts) and how to achieve Solid Contact.  This week I have included the video about the most effective way to use the body in your golf swing. This is misunderstood by many people and the misconceptions are fed by articles on the "Big Muscles".  These articles have some fact behind them but still lead to trouble when golfers aren't given a balanced view of how the body interacts with the hands, arms and wrists.  You might want to watch the video below a couple of times to make…

  • New Rules of Golf Instruction - Essential Skill of the Week - Solid Ball Striking

    Charlie King
    28 Oct 2009 | 12:08 pm
    My review of Essential Skill #1, Pre-Swing was given in two parts and there have been over 600 views in two weeks.  Good job reviewing your Essential Skills. This week is my favorite Essential and I think most important.  The video below is titled "Golf's Most Important Lesson" for a reason.  Making solid contact is the hardest skill for most golfers and the most misunderstood.  I've written a book on this topic titled "You're NOT Lifting Your Head" which is available as a free download or a paperback version at amazon.com.  The video below has now been…

  • New Rules of Golf Instruction - Essential Skills of the Week - Aim and Ball Position

    Charlie King
    21 Oct 2009 | 9:14 am
    I hope the grip and posture review last week was helpful for your golf swing. This week will be a golf lesson on aim and ball position. The video below will explain how aim isn't as easy as it sounds and how to make your aim consistent.  It will also talk about ball position and clear up the typical misconceptions. Enjoy and keep up the good work.    
 
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  • Tom Fazio Declares Interest in Designing First Martian Golf Course

    Ryan Ballengee
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:04 pm
    After the airing of the Natonal Geographic Channel show Mars: Making the New Earth world-renowned designer Tom Fazio threw his name into the hat to be the first designer to architect a golf course on the terraformed surface of our fourth planet.  "Why waste time with all of the names that want to design the Olympic golf course in Rio," Fazio questioned to reporters.  "I can two steps ahead of them by signing a massive contract to design a course on Mars!" The PGA Tour-owned TPC Network, as well as Jack Nicklaus' and Greg Norman's design shops are yet to comment on the…

  • Forget 2012! Wedge Armageddon Comes 12/31/2011!

    Ryan Ballengee
    20 Nov 2009 | 12:02 pm
    AHHHH!  THE SKY IS FALLING!  WE ARE JUST 406 SHORT DAYS FROM THE END OF THE WORLD!1111!! On January 1, 2011, equipment manufacturers will no longer be able to produce wedges that do not conform to the new grooves standard set forth by the USGA and R&A.  Although the rules of competition state that most players won't have to actually play clubs with these new grooves until 2024, the manufacturers will not be making wedges with both U grooves and the simulated V grooves.  It's not that they don't want to; they just can't. But, starting 1/1/10 and for one spectacular…

  • Sal Johnson: '10 LPGA schedule Not As Ugly As It Could've Been

    Bill Jempty
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:18 am
    Sal Johnson: '10 LPGA schedule Not As Ugly As It Could've Been He reviews next year's schedule and sees more positives than should have been expected from all the turmoil the tour has gone through in the last year.

  • Science to LPGA Tour: Show Some More Skin

    Ryan Ballengee
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:54 am
    A British study tells us that women should bare 40 percent of their skin to maximize their chances of attracting men to them.  The good folks (namely, four female researchers) at the University of Leeds conducted a study by observing women at one of Leeds' biggest nightclubs and tape recording the number of interactions each woman had with men.  Then, they compared the tone and frequency of those interactions - "Hey, baby, wanna dance?" - with how much skin each woman was showing. View Larger MapA map of the night scene in Leeds: hotbed of science The magic formula for attracting…

  • LPGA, Euro Tours' Year End Races Loved - Why Not PGA Tour?

    Ryan Ballengee
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:37 am
    David Cannon/Getty Images While you and I were asleep, Lee Westwood fired 69 in the Dubai World Championship and took a two shot lead over Rory McIlroy at the midway point of the finale tournament to the Race to Dubai.  McIlroy matched Westwood's 69 to get into weekend position along with first round leader Robert Allenby, course lover Paddy Harrington, two others, and Ross McGowan.  For Westwood, the task is simple: win.  If he wins, he wins the Race to Dubai's prize pool bounty in addition to the tournament.  He could also beat McIlroy by finishing in second…
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  • 2010 LPGA Schedule

    hound dog
    18 Nov 2009 | 8:55 am
    I'm not going to try and paint a glowing picture of next year's 24-event schedule - the slimmest slate of LPGA tournaments since the early 1950s 1970s - but there are a few points I'd like to make. The Tour's rank-and-file will suffer the most.  Pending the eventual insertion of the Korean event, there are 17 off-weeks and no lengthy consecutive tournament stretches (one five-week stretch mid-June to mid-July and one four-week stretch to end the season) so the higher priority players will certainly skip no more than two or three events.  Anybody who doesn't finish in the money list…

  • HD Player of the Year Race

    hound dog
    17 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm
    Just like that Rolex competition you may have heard about, the Hound Dog Player of the Year race is going down to the final weekend.  Before we were so rudely interrupted back in mid-September, Jiyai Shin had moved into the top spot by winning at Arkansas.  She was followed closely by Cristie Kerr, Ai Miyazato, Suzann Pettersen and Lorena Ochoa.  Angela Stanford, In-Kyung Kim and Yani Tseng were also in good position if they could manage to win an event. Since then, Ochoa's win at Navistar was the only victory by any of the September top eight.  Na Yeon Choi won twice to…

  • Rolex POY Scenarios

    hound dog
    16 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm
    Going into this week's final event (the LPGA Tour Championship), Jiyai Shin holds an eight-point lead over Lorena Ochoa for the Rolex Player of the Year Award.  Cristie Kerr is in third place, 29 points behind Shin.  The point breakdown for each event goes like this: 1st  30, 2nd  12, 3rd  9, 4th  7, 5th  6, 6th  5, 7th  4, 8th  3, 9th  2, 10th 1 Given that structure, here are the scenarios for each of the three POY candidates. Shin will win POY under ANY of these three scenarios:…

  • Wie Wins! (and oh yeah, I decided to start posting again…)

    hound dog
    16 Nov 2009 | 7:25 am
      Congratulations to Michelle Wie on her first professional victory, at the Lorena Ochoa Invitational!  It seems somewhat ironic that the teen phenom who so many have raved about would wait until she turned 20 to earn that breakthrough victory.  The first of many, to be sure. After two months of self-imposed exile, I have decided to resume posting here at HDLPGA.  My output won't be nearly as frequent as it used to be but I hope that won't disappoint you guys too much.  I have been keeping my stat sheets updated and with the season's final event this week, I thought…

  • Done

    hound dog
    24 Sep 2009 | 4:17 am
    This is difficult, so I'll get right to the point.  I'm discontinuing Hound Dog LPGA.  My available free time has dwindled to a point where I can't continue to write in the way that I'm accustomed or that I prefer.  I came to this decision early last week (which is why I haven't posted since the 16th) but didn't have enough opportunity or motivation to inform you until now. To be honest, I always felt like I never had enough time to do this properly.  Most bloggers probably feel the same way, unless they are being paid enough to not have to hold a regular job.  No, I…
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  • LPGA in rain delay

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:16 pm
    Leader Lorena Ochoa wasn't among those who even got in a partial round at the soggy LPGA Tour Championship in Texas.

  • Idle Ochoa leads LPGA Tour Championship

    20 Nov 2009 | 7:10 pm
    Sophie Gustafson moved within two shots of leader Lorena Ochoa at the LPGA Tour Championship on Friday before second-round play was suspended because of bad weather. Rain swamped the Houstonian Golf and Country Club before dawn and the start of the second round was pushed back six hours. The tournament resumed at 1 p.m., but light rain started falling about two hours later and play was halted for the day at 5:05 p.m. with darkness approaching.

  • Points, Bettencourt battle weather at Pebble Beach

    20 Nov 2009 | 6:22 pm
    D.A. Points shot a 2-under 70 at Del Monte, and Matt Bettencourt had a 71 in wind and rain at Spyglass Hill to share the second-round lead in the Callaway Golf Pebble Beach Invitational on Friday. Points, 66th on the U.S. PGA Tour money list this season, had a scrambling round with two eagles, three birdies, two bogeys and a triple bogey. "I've had the most fortunate tee time of the tournament at 8:30 and we got through before it got too bad," Points said.

  • Westwood shoots 69 for two-shot lead in Dubai

    20 Nov 2009 | 11:48 am
    Lee Westwood shot a 3-under 69 on Friday to take a two-stroke lead after the second round of the Dubai World Championship and strengthen his chances of winning the European money title. The English golfer put himself in an excellent position to pick up two big prizes on Sunday. If he wins the last tournament of the European Tour season, he will receive $1.25 million in prize money as well as a $1.5 million bonus for winning the Race to Dubai money prize.

  • Wie withdraws from LPGA event with ankle injury

    20 Nov 2009 | 8:50 am
    Michelle Wie withdrew from the LPGA Tour Championship on Thursday after hobbling through her first round on a sprained left ankle. The 20-year-old Wie, fresh off her first tour victory last week, shot an even-par 72 on Thursday. She first injured her ankle at the Solheim Cup in August. Wie went for treatment after her round and withdrew about an hour later. "I wanted to do everything I could to fight through the injury," Wie said in a statement after dropping out of the tournament.
 
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  • Michelle Wie withdraws from LPGA Tour Championship with ankle injury

    mulligan
    19 Nov 2009 | 7:37 pm
    A week after winning her 1st LPGA tourney, Michelle Wie took one step back. A nagging ankle injury from the Solheim Cup forced Wie to withdraw from the LPGA Tour Championship. We wish Michelle a speedy recovery! So does the new LPGA Commissioner!

  • Why Michelle Wie's 1st LPGA victory may be the best thing to happen to the LPGA this year

    mulligan
    16 Nov 2009 | 7:13 pm
    The LPGA has lost sponsors, fired its Commissioner Carolyn Bivens, and has not had a good year. Until yesterday. That's when MIchelle Wie won her 1st LPGA tourney at the age of 20. We've seen flashes of brilliance from Michelle at the Solheim Cup, but her play in regular tournaments has been inconsistent at best. Winning the Lorena Ochoa Invitational should not be mistaken for a major, but it is a giant step forward for Michelle--and the LPGA tour. It's unfair to place the label of "savior" on Michelle Wie, but her success would help the LPGA fill the void left by Annika Sorenstam's…

  • Michelle Wie wins first LPGA tourney; Tiger Woods wins first Australian tourney

    mulligan
    15 Nov 2009 | 6:36 pm
    Wow, what a weekend!20 year old Michelle Wie, sporting red attire, won the Lorena Ochoa Invitational, an LPGA event. That was Michelle Wie's first win of her entire professional career. Alright!Meanwhile, Tiger Woods, also in his signature red shirt, won the Australian Masters, his first victory ever in Australia. Even though there's no more talk asking whether Michelle Wie is the next Tiger Woods, it is perhaps fitting that Michelle and Tiger won on the same weekend. Congrats to both, but especially to Michelle for getting the monkey off her back. 2010 is shaping up to be the best year for…

  • Make the putt bra

    mulligan
    11 Nov 2009 | 7:36 pm
    Wow. We thought we heard of everything. But this is new. A Japanese manufacturer has made a bra that transforms into a practice putting green. So do you have to ask your girlfriend to get undressed in order to practice putting? LOL. Take a look!

  • 3 Reasons Why We're Excited for 2010 PGA Tour season

    mulligan
    11 Nov 2009 | 4:48 pm
    The Shanghai showdown among Phil Mickelson, Ernie Els, and Tiger Woods gave us a glimpse of something we haven't seen for a long--too long--time. The best 3 golfers of their generation--including arguably the best golfer ever--putting on a dramatic shootout, with Tiger Woods looking the worst of the lot. We are especially thrilled to see Phil Mickelson beating Tiger Woods two times on Sunday at the end of this 2009 season. That putting lesson with Dick Stockton seems to have transformed Mickelson. And we're also glad to see Ernie Els go back to his old, natural swing and play a lot better.
 
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  • Lacoste Leads - The Iconic Brand's New Momentum

    Patricia Hannigan
    18 Nov 2009 | 8:23 pm
    .Few, if any, apparel brands have a history as extraordinary and inspiring as that of Lacoste.It began with the company's founder, back in the first half of the 20th century.A champion tennis player, Rene Lacoste was also an innovator. It could be said that he transformed the way the world dressed when he invented the polo shirt. Prior to its appearance, men wore long sleeved starched shirts made

  • Tiger Woods' Ten Best Golf Shirts of 2009

    Patricia Hannigan
    17 Nov 2009 | 1:18 am
    .If past years are any indication, a number of publications will soon be bringing you Tiger's Ten Best Golf Shots of 2009. However, despite the fact that Tiger Woods wears hundreds of shirts each season, there's never... as far as I know... been a feature on Tiger Woods' Ten Best Golf... Shirts. That is until now.Those presented above are my choices, and what I'd like to know is which of them do

  • Michelle Wie Wins - Wie Warriors Celebrate

    Patricia Hannigan
    15 Nov 2009 | 9:48 pm
    I've always been a huge Michelle Wie fan... Always. Over the years curmudgeons and critics called us the "Wie Warriors". We who believed that Michelle would soon prevail were accused us of being in denial... Which really wasn't a problem in my case because I actually liked the Wie Warrior label and knew I wasn't denying anything.The haters sometimes called themselves purists, and maintained that

  • Dubai-Bound: France's Greg Bourdy Wins in Hong Kong

    Patricia Hannigan
    15 Nov 2009 | 11:59 am
    .He held his own against a roaring Rory McIlroy to win the USB Hong Kong Open... and in doing so, secured a place a the table in Dubai.The win was Gregory Bourdy’s third on the European Tour, making him the first French man to win three tournaments in consecutive years. I first got to know Mr. Bourdy in April of 2008 when I wrote about his victory at the European Tour's Portuguese Open. I played

  • Cristie Kerr ★ Michelle Wie - Share Lead into Sunday

    Patricia Hannigan
    14 Nov 2009 | 8:54 pm
    ."There are now 11 golfers within 5 shots of the lead. All of a sudden, it's looking like pretty equal odds that we could have a career 1st-time winner (Wie, SH Kim, Lang, McPherson), a seasonal 1st-time winner (Creamer, Pressel), or a repeat winner (Shin, Kerr, Tseng, IK Kim, Pettersen) at the '09 LOI when all is said and done."That's how the Constructivist summed up the possibilities at the end
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    Brandon Tucker

  • IAGTO names Orlando Top North American Golf Destination for 2010

    Brandon
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:43 am
    The International Association of Golf Tour Operators are in Malaga, Spain for their tourism conference, and last night they voted Orlando as the Top North American Golf Destination for 2010. Get beyond Disney World, Wet ‘n Wild and those funky upside down Ripley’s buildings on I-Drive, and you’ll find there are 177 golf courses in greater Orlando, a staggering number for any metropolitan area. Variety is a big factor in Orlando’s success as a golf destination, since you can find anything from multi-course golf resorts to scores of 18-hole golf clubs of varying…

  • Canadian golfers don't have to drive to Myrtle Beach with new non-stop flight from Toronto

    Brandon
    19 Nov 2009 | 11:44 pm
    Canadians love Myrtle Beach golf. I can’t tell you how many I’ve played with when I’m down there. During January and February I’d always get a kick out of the snowbirds, many of whom were Canadian, waiting out a frost delay on the putting green at 9 a.m. in shorts and a tee shirt, while I’m in the clubhouse clutching a hot chocolate and tap dancing to stay warm. Canadians also have no problem with driving to the beach, even if it’s 10, 12, 14 hours to get there. Well, Torontonians can still make the drive, but now you can fly direct if you’d like,…

  • Last-minute Myrtle Beach golfers can save money with new TeeUpTomorrow.com membership

    Brandon
    19 Nov 2009 | 3:18 am
    This golf travel blog is always a friend to those who can help save money on green fees, and I’ve been made abreast of a new online, last-minute tee times program that could do just that for Myrtle Beach golfers. TeeUpTomorrow.com. Those who live around Myrtle Beach or will be visiting the area for golf should look into joining the new program that will help you save cash on tee times, that is if you’ll be forgoing the popular Myrtle Beach golf package in favor a last-minute approach. This website can save some serious coin as long as you can have a little flexibility with which…

  • Golf packager PerryGolf's new blog a must-read for any international travel golfers

    Brandon
    16 Nov 2009 | 11:49 am
    A new golf blog catering to those of us wanderlusting travel golfers is up and running a couple months now, and it’s a good one, so bookmark it: Click here to check out PerryGolf’s new travel blog. PerryGolf is one of the world’s largest golf packagers with many years of experience checking out the best golf courses, especially over in Scotland and Ireland, two countries I try and make it to often for links golf. The blog isn’t just talking about their own golf package deals, anything but actually. They offer a wealth of unbiased advice that any traveling golfer could…

  • Congrats are in order for first-time LPGA winner Michelle Wie at Ochoa Invitational

    Brandon
    15 Nov 2009 | 6:58 pm
    The scrutiny can stop, if just for this week at least. Michelle Wie is an LPGA winner, winning the Ochoa Invitational in Mexico Sunday by two shots over Paula Creamer. Wie closed in style, going up-and-down from a bunker for birdie on the 18th hole. Wie showed at the Solheim Cup that she’s easily the most talented European or American golfer and it was only a matter of time before she shed the mighty winner’s goose egg. That happened this weekend at Guadalajara Country Club. No, it’s not a major or an event that carries a lot of cache, but the field was strong (as is any…
 
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    Eagle Par Birdie

  • Seen that? - Dat Damn Ball

    19 Nov 2009 | 6:20 pm
    Dat Damn Ball at Eagle Par Birdie Ah, the golf ball... It's the source of great pleasure and often great pain. It's golf's equivalent of the puck in hockey, the football in, well, football and so on. And golfers love to proclaim at ...

  • Seen that? - The Hybrid Golf Club

    10 Nov 2009 | 6:19 pm
    The Hybrid Golf Club at Eagle Par Birdie Courtesy: Jazz Golf I decided to upgrade my driver two years ago and bring it in line with modern technology. You don't want to know what I had been using before but it was VERY ...

  • Seen that? - Michelle Wie Blows Another Sony Open

    1 Nov 2009 | 6:18 pm
    Michelle Wie Blows Another Sony Open at Eagle Par Birdie Courtesy: AP Michelle Wie struggled in the first round of the Sony Open in Hawaii on Thursday and had to claw and fight to a closing 78. She struggled in round two and ...

  • Seen that? - Putters, Putters Everywhere

    21 Oct 2009 | 6:19 pm
    Putters, Putters Everywhere at Eagle Par Birdie I was searching for some news on the latest golf equipment so I could pass it along here. I came across a site called Golf Review.com on which you can read or write reviews ...

  • Seen that? - High Loft Drivers

    11 Oct 2009 | 6:18 pm
    High Loft Drivers at Eagle Par Birdie Courtesy: Golfindustryonline.com Golf is not an easy game to play. We all know that. It's an on-going battle to get length off the tee and keep the ball in the fairway at the same time. But ...
 
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    Golf Digest Instruction

  • Keep your left wrist flat

    Hank Haney
    15 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Compress the ball with the club's true loft

  • December 2009 Table of Contents

    Golf Digest
    15 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    The Buddies Issue, How To Save Shots: Steve Stricker, Golf Digest U.S. Open Challenge: Play Pebble Beach, Stack & Tilt, Trevino at 70, Hunter Mahan's swing, Tiger Tips

  • Play the chunk-and-run

    Tiger Woods
    10 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    With courses being set up more and more like U.S. Opens, especially the nasty rough around the greens, it pays to have a diverse short game. Here's Tiger's strategy for beating thick greenside rough.

  • My Grip For Windy Days

    Tom Watson
    10 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    How to control the ball when it's blowing hard

  • How To Beat A Slice

    Butch Harmon
    10 Nov 2009 | 9:00 pm
    Butch Harmon, ranked #1 on Golf Digest's America's 50 Greatest Teachers, offers advice on how to beat a slice.
 
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    Golf Circuit - New Products

  • Golf Cart Clock

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:40 am
    The Golf Cart Clock is very authentic looking. Displays time, date, temperature and has a timer. Great gift. Batteries included....

  • On-Target Chipping Net

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:40 am
    Instructors agree, hitting to a target is the quickest way to learn. Folds down to a 16" diameter for easy storage and portability. Three separat...

  • Golf-N-Chef Barbecue Utensil Set

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:40 am
    The Golf-N-Chef Barbecue Utensil set is made with real grips and shafts. Removable utensil heads for easy cleaning. ...

  • Chip Shotz Golfer

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:40 am
    The Chip Shotz Golfer is hours of fun. A magnetized ball hit by a spring loaded player lands on metal greens, traps and water. This will b...

  • OnPar Touchscreen GPS

    20 Nov 2009 | 12:40 am
    Any rangefinder can show distance to targets. Only the OnPar Touchscreen GPS enables you to touch anywhere on the course to see both dist...
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    ARMCHAIR GOLF BLOG

  • ARMCHAIR GOLF Swing Vision: Camilo Villegas

    The Armchair Golfer
    20 Nov 2009 | 10:35 am
    I’D LIKE TO INTRODUCE a new feature. I’ll call it ARMCHAIR GOLF Swing Vision. Let’s take a look at the swing of Camilo Villegas, who is playing at this week’s Dubai World Championship.“Notice how well Camilo sets the club at the top.”“Great rotation. Look at how he hits against his left side.The club continues down the line.”“Nice finish. Nice veins.”OK, I’m being facetious. Am I the only one who questions swing analysis on the golf telecasts? Please tell me I’m not.My absolute favorite. PGA Tour player has just hit his tee shot a mile right. Then we hear: “Let’s…

  • 2009 LPGA Tour Championship TV Schedule and Tournament Notes

    The Armchair Golfer
    19 Nov 2009 | 12:29 pm
    Paula Creamer. (dnkbdotcom/Flickr) THE 2009 LPGA TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP is underway at the Houstonian Golf & Country Club in Houston, Texas. Lorena Ochoa is the early leader after shooting a 6-under par 66. Purse: $1.5 millionDefending champion: (inaugural edition)Tournament previewTournament interviewsFinal field2009 LPGA Tour Championship LeaderboardMore coverage:Preview and predictions (Mostly Harmless)Overview (Golf Channel)Shin in control of POY race (USA Today)TV SCHEDULEEight hours of TV coverage are on tap for the 2009 LPGA Tour Championship.Thursday, Nov 194:00-6:00 PM ET Golf…

  • Is Rory Ready for America?

    The Armchair Golfer
    18 Nov 2009 | 1:33 pm
    Rory McIlroy at TPC Sawgrass. (LTBeyer/Flickr) Editor’s note: Brian Keogh is a golf correspondent for The Irish Sun and a regular contributor to The Irish Times, Golf Digest Ireland and other golf publications. The following piece is excerpted from his blog, Irish Golf Desk. By Brian KeoghSpecial to ARMCHAIR GOLFTHE DEBATE HAS STARTED. Is Rory McIlroy making a mistake by joining the PGA Tour at this stage of his career?The Guardian’s Lawrence Donegan thinks the youngster may well have boobed by trying to play both the U.S. and European tours. There is no doubt, as Lawrence…

  • Q&A: Washington and Lee’s Matt Langan

    The Armchair Golfer
    17 Nov 2009 | 5:25 pm
    Editor’s note: Matt Langan plays on the men’s golf team at Washington and Lee University located in Lexington, Virginia. The Generals play in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) against teams such as Guilford College, Randolph-Macon, Bridgewater, Hampden-Sydney and Roanoke College. I hope you enjoy this slice of college golf with Matt. Q: How did golf hook you?Matt: I grew up playing just about every sport competitively—basketball, soccer, tennis, baseball, golf, football—so the fact that I ended up just focusing on golf definitely meant that somewhere along the line I…

  • FREE Drawing for Michelle Wie book, ‘THE SURE THING’

    The Armchair Golfer
    16 Nov 2009 | 3:38 pm
    MICHELLE WIE WON HER FIRST LPGA title on Sunday by playing steady golf alongside veteran Cristie Kerr in the final group at the Lorena Ochoa Invitational in Jalisco, Guadalajara, Mexico. As has been widely chronicled, Wie has endured about everything the game, the media and golf fans can dish out since she surfaced as a Tiger-like golf prodigy in her early teens.To celebrate her first professional victory, I will give away the 2009 book, THE SURE THING: The Making and Unmaking of Golf Phenom Michelle Wie. It’s autographed by the author, ESPN The Magazine senior writer Eric Adelson.I…
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    Aussie Golfer: The Australian Golf Blog

  • Hugh Grant blames golf for being single

    Aussie Golfer
    19 Nov 2009 | 1:15 pm
    Here's a peek at what the game of golf can do to you. Hugh Grant has blamed golf for his current single status. He said the game has overtaken him like an addiction which has left little time for pursuing the fairer sex. “When you say to a girl ‘I play golf’ her eyes glaze over. I do feel guilty about my golf. You know you’re a sad case when you spend your spare time reading books on putting or going on YouTube to watch slow motion golf swings,” he said. “I’ll get out of bed in the middle of the night and practise my swing in front of a mirror. I’m obsessed and it’s…

  • Golf snippets

    Aussie Golfer
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:41 pm
    Here's some golf stories you may have missed this week:The Australian Open has finally received some good news. After news of Tim Clark and Greg Norman withdrawing from the event, they've secured former US Masters winner, Fred Couples to grace the fairways of NSW Golf Course. The Open will now feature both ends of the American golf swinging spectrum. Fred Couples on one end and John Daly on the other.Aussie Golfer didn't get to see any of the Channel Nine golf coverage last weekend but some guy named Leaping Larry at The Age hooks into the commentary team. I heard from enough disgruntled fans…

  • BMX, skateboarding and golf

    Aussie Golfer
    17 Nov 2009 | 12:38 pm
    From the department of "organising random things at once" comes A Kodak Walk in the Park. Albert Park Golf Course in Melbourne will host the day of craziness on December 19 featuring a day of live music, BMX, skateboarding and golf. Yes, thats right. Live music, BMX, skateboarding.......and golf.On the cards is a pro golf event featuring some of Australia's best men and women golfers in a 9 hole shoot out for some fairly decent prize money. Sarah Kemp, Nikki Campbell, Alistair Presnell and Cameron Percy will all be competing.Alongside the golf the skateboarders will compete on the biggest…

  • Reebok Pump commercial with Greg Norman

    Aussie Golfer
    16 Nov 2009 | 12:38 pm
    It has been all pretty serious and Tiger-ish around here of late so let's throw it all out of whack with this bit of retro craziness from the guy that used to be as big as Tiger.Here Greg Norman stars in an advertisement for Reebok pump golf shoes from 1991. I had a pair of Reebok pumps for the basketball court but never realised they released a version for the golf course. The commercial is so corny it is hard to believe it was from the 90s and not the 80s.Other golf commercials:Callaway commercialTiger's return: Nike commercialFedEx Cup commercialDuelin' Drivers

  • Tiger wins, but what have we learned?

    Aussie Golfer
    15 Nov 2009 | 2:56 am
    Photo courtesy of FoxSports and Craig BorrowTiger Woods won the 2009 Australian Masters today to take home the crystalware and don the gold jacket. He managed to make birdies when needed and Greg Chalmers, James Nitties and Jason Dufner couldn't match him. They join a very long list of golfers.It was pretty amazing to see the world's number one golfer stroll Australian fairways once more a real treat to see him wear the gold jacket. A major part of the Australian golf summer for the last 20 years and won by a long list of great golfers from all over the world.You'll find the tournament…
 
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    Buzzin Golf

  • British Open rule change accommodates Watson and Norman

    John Williams
    17 Nov 2009 | 4:05 am
    tom watson A rule change in the British Open means that a top ten finish by a former champion in any of the previous five Opens, will automatically qualify them for a place in the following years tournament. The change of rules has been made to accommodate this years Open runner up Tom Watson, who under the previous ruling would have lost his exemption from qualifying as he would have turned sixty by the next Open championship. R&A chief executive Peter Dawson explained the reason behind the rule change; “We have introduced this new category as a direct response to seeing two of our…

  • Tiger Woods secures Australian Masters title

    John Williams
    16 Nov 2009 | 3:57 am
    Tiger Woods made up for a stuttering display in the third round of the Australian Masters by hitting a final round 68 to win the title by two shots from local hero Greg Chalmers in Melbourne. Woods becomes only the third American to win the Australian title, following in the footsteps of Mark O’Meara in 1986 and Gene Littler in 2002, and is Woods’ seventh victory of the year. The world number one is reported to have been paid an appearance fee of AUS $3 million to take part in the tournament, so the paltry prize money of  only AUS $270,000 will seem like lose change, but…

  • Tiger Woods shares first round lead at Australian Masters

    John Williams
    12 Nov 2009 | 3:57 am
    Tiger Woods All eyes were on world number one Tiger Woods in the Australian Masters in Melbourne, playing in Australia for the first time in eleven years and his first competitive round on Kingston Heath’s sandbelt course. Woods did pretty much everything right in his first round, hitting a six under par 66 and sharing the end of day lead with 21 year old South African Branden Grace and Australian James Nitties. A lively 21,000 crowd watched the number one player who putted for birdies on every hole except the last when he pulled his drive into a tea tree, chopped into the rough and…

  • Have a round on PGA Golf Catalunya Resort with special Winter Packages

    John Williams
    10 Nov 2009 | 4:41 am
    10th hole Tour Course The PGA Golf Catalunya Resort are offering golfers the chance to claim a free round on the superb Tour Course, venue of the Qualifying School final stage, for every night they stay at the Meliá Golf Vichy Catalán Hotel, just a short walk from the clubhouse. The special Winter Packages are launched in November with guests being able to upgrade to play the Stadium Course, home of May’s Spanish Open and ranked at number three in the European Top 10 Golf Courses by Golf Monthly. Golfers will be charged an extra 15 euros to experience the thrills of the Stadium…

  • Phil Mickelson wins HSBC Champions Tournament

    John Williams
    9 Nov 2009 | 3:01 am
    phil mickelson Phil Mickelson won the HSBC Champions Tournament in Shanghai by one shot to become the first player to win the tournament twice, his first win was in 2007, and also to end what has been a distracting year for the American, having taken time out to care for both his wife and mother who were both diagnosed with cancer during the year. South African Ernie Els mounted pressure on Mickelson by hitting a stupendous round of nine under par 63, claiming a course record, but he was unable to unseat the leader and was left to ponder what might have been when he hit his only bogey of the…
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    Learn To Play Better Golf Now!

  • Learning to Score…On The Golf Course

    chuck@chuckevansgolf.com (Chuck Evans)
    10 Nov 2009 | 4:36 pm
    So your swing mechanics are pretty decent but you still are having trouble taking it to the course.  Guess what?  You are not alone! Over the years I have seen many players that “look” like they could be world beaters but when the bell rings they stumble out of the gate.  These players have not learned HOW to score! You can have the best mechanics in the world but you still need to be able to score.  A perfect example of this is Seve Ballesteros.  Over his great career he averaged 6 fairways a round and won 54 times including the British Open and the Masters. If there was…

  • Medicus Golf Junior Leads Team to State Finals

    chuck@chuckevansgolf.com (Chuck Evans)
    2 Nov 2009 | 3:02 pm
    Leading into his senior year of high school golf Brett Ochsenreiter and FWB High School golf team had high expectations with the return of all its starters. Wanting to go out and just try to play no pressure golf and enjoy those last high school moments, Brett has shown that at some point in this game one must see ball, see hole and put ball in hole. Leading the field and earning the low medalist round of 3 under 69, Brett and teammates advanced to the regionals in Tallahassee Florida. Anticipation was high but again Brett did not disappoint as he met the challenges and again earned medalist…

  • How to Chart the Green when Putting

    chuck@chuckevansgolf.com (Chuck Evans)
    31 Oct 2009 | 5:18 am
    The best players in the world use yardage books and greens charts to help them prepare for battle each and every round. The yardage books give them precise distances from their ball to virtually any location on the hole.  The carry to the front and back edge of fairway bunkers, the front, back, and sides of the greens, landing areas in the fariway and a whole lot more. The green charts tell them the break and the degrees of break of every single putt! How may strokes could you improve if you had this information! Well here is an example of how to make a green chart. First, draw an outline of…

  • Swingology, the science of the golf swing

    chuck@chuckevansgolf.com (Chuck Evans)
    19 Oct 2009 | 6:47 am
    If you knew how to make SIMPLE golf swing changes that would last a lifetime WITHOUT completely reassembling your golf game, or golf swing, and could KNOW what the best players in the world know, could that help you? Now it can with Swingology, the science of the golf swing. At Medicus Golf we provide the truth behind certain facts, and dispel the myths students have been taught in the past that have no scientific basis and are the underlying fact of why golfers do not improve. It is our belief that the information golfers are receiving, merely being general in nature, lacks the in depth…

  • Medicus Juniors Dominate First Tee Tournament

    chuck@chuckevansgolf.com (Chuck Evans)
    15 Oct 2009 | 6:06 am
    Congratulations to Brandon Jowers and Hunter Gullickson for finishing 1st and 2nd in the First Tee Junior Tournament at the Moors in the 16-18 year old age group. Brandon Jowers shot a 2-under 70 and at 16 years old drove the golf ball like a pro.  With his shortest drive being 303 yards,  Brandon missed only one fairway on his way to winning the championship. Hunter Gullickson had his round at 2-under on the back nine before bogeying his last three holes to finish at 73 (1-over par) to finish in 2nd place.  With both players entering into their junior year of high school golf, there is…
 
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    Golf Babes

  • Jodi Ewart

    The Squire
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:18 am
    Jodi Ewart finished sixth in the recent 2010 Duramed Futures Tour Qualifying Tournament, playing as an amateur, and finishing 4-under over the 90 holes of golf. She'll turn pro and join the Futures Tour around the middle of next year, at the conclusion of her senior year as a member of the women's golf team at the University of New Mexico.Jodi, from England, will likely leave New Mexico as the greatest golfer in that program's history - if that's a title she hasn't already earned. She shares the school record for collegiate wins with LPGA Tour player Caroline Keggi. Jodi is the only golfer in…

  • Michelle Wie

    The Squire
    16 Nov 2009 | 6:24 am
    Win No. 1 for Michelle Wie finally happened at the Lorena Ochoa Invitational over the weekend. And it's about damn time!

  • Bo Bae Song

    The Squire
    8 Nov 2009 | 5:59 am
    Bo Bae Song is a young Korean golfer who has played mostly on the Japanese LPGA the past couple years. But she can play on the American LPGA in 2010 if she wants to, after winning the Mizuno Classic on Sunday. That victory get Song her tour card for next year.

  • Joh, Mills Top Futures Tour Q-School

    The Squire
    6 Nov 2009 | 1:33 pm
    Congratulations to Tiffany Joh (left), your 2009 Duramed Futures Tour Q-School champion. And to runner-up Danielle Mills (below) - Joh and Mills finished five and four strokes clear of the field, respectively.Only the top 20 to 30 finishers received exempt status on the Futures Tour for 2010; as many as 275 players will get status of some level, but the exact numbers (and each player's status level) aren't determined until after LPGA Q-School finals next month.The Top 20 should feel pretty good, however, and Joh and Mills are obviously exempt. Joh is playing in those LPGA Q-School finals next…

  • Cover Model Cristie Kerr

    The Squire
    3 Nov 2009 | 2:36 pm
    Cristie Kerr graces the cover of VIVmag's November/December issue in the shot above; down below is one of the images of Cristie that runs inside the issue.This issue of VIVmag is the "Giving Back" issue, which makes Kerr a perfect subject: Her Birdies for Breast Cancer has been raising awareness - and money - for years."Golf is an obvious love of mine, but I have a number of other passions in my life – including fashion - which I know is shared among VIVmag women," Kerr says. "I am honored to be on the cover of VIVmag's annual 'Giving Back' issue because advocating for breast cancer…
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    Golf with Shanks

  • Imagine Michelle Wie Without the Baggage

    Shanks
    20 Nov 2009 | 11:28 am
    Now that Michelle Wie has withdrawn from the final event of the 2009 LPGA Season due to a worsening ankle injury, it is a good time for evaluation. The problem most people face in doing so, however, is dealing with their own pre-conceived notions of how they think she should have performed. Wie is perhaps the poster child for unrealistic expectations. The blame can be spread around to many sources but let’s not concern ourselves with all of that nonsense. For an honest look at where Michelle Wie is - and where she is going – I would imagine that the past several years never even…

  • Fanatasy Golf League Update: Shanks in front, going to the whip

    Shanks
    4 Nov 2009 | 10:57 am
    We’re officially coming down the back stretch now and I’ve got one hand on the first place prize with a lead of over $896K in earnings. Just one problem, though. The team in second place has the potential to fly past me this week at the WGC-HSBC Champions event in China. Here’s the breakdown: Team Darth Vader (the second place guys) is comprised of Tiger Woods (1/2), Phil Mickelson (1/3), Lee Westwood and Paul Casey. Ouch! All four of them have played extremely well at this venue before. It could have been worse as they also have Angel Cabrera, but he pulled out of the…

  • Golf fans should exalt in Presidents Cup

    Shanks
    7 Oct 2009 | 10:38 am
    To be honest, there’s not a lot of buzz surrounding the 2009 rendering of the Presidents Cup. The reason for the lack of pre-event excitement is because the American team appears to be a lead pipe cinch to win. I mean, seriously, is there anyone in the entire world who thinks this team competition will be close? But that does not mean that this will not be compelling television viewing. All those Tiger Woods fans who never watch golf if he is not playing will get a snoot full of the incomparable Mr. Woods. You just know that the television cameras will catch his every move. And he will…

  • A Solution to the Problems with the FedEx Cup

    Shanks
    1 Oct 2009 | 4:38 am
    Close your eyes and imagine that your boy Shanks here is Commissioner of the PGA Tour. Yeah, yeah, I know it’s a real stretch, but bear with me. I’d be going to those generous folks at FedEx with a better concept for their wildly lucrative FedEx Cup competition and here it is: operate it similarly to a longer version of the U.S. Amateur Championship. They would use their FedEx point system to determine the field over the season and also throughout the first three events (even though one event too many) but when it comes to the final Tour Championship event, it must to go to match…

  • Phil Mickelson's joke about the FedEx Cup is no joke

    Shanks
    29 Sep 2009 | 12:56 pm
    “Let me get this straight. I just shot 65 on Sunday to win by three shots, while Tiger shot 69. But he gets $10 million and I get $1 million. No, he he he, I’m just joking.” That was Phil Mickelson’s response (paraphrased) to a post-round query of his thoughts on the FedEx Cup. Pretty funny, the way he pointed out the absurdity of the whole playoff system. I’m all for a playoff-style event but the only way the general public will consider this a true playoff is if two things happen: 1) Whoever is in first place has a chance of getting knocked out in every round -…
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    Hooked On Golf Blog

  • Meteor hits a few miles from HOG world headquarters!

    Tony Korologos a.k.a. mediaguru
    19 Nov 2009 | 8:10 am
    This is pretty cool. A meteor lit up the sky here yesterday and likely landed in the Utah west desert. No word yet if anyone has be abducted by aliens yet…

  • I need a fisherman to fish out my Golf Fisherman!

    Tony Korologos a.k.a. mediaguru
    18 Nov 2009 | 7:35 am
    When ProV1’s and ZStar’s and B330 golf balls are $40-60 a dozen, it really makes fishing balls out of the water hazards a productive activity.  Ball retrievers can save you a fortune in lost golf balls. The Golf Fisherman (sounds like the Popeil Pocket Fisherman) is just the tool for fishing out golf balls.  It couldn’t [...]

  • Course Keeper

    Tony Korologos a.k.a. mediaguru
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:45 am
    The Course Keeper is an extendable golf rake and ball retriever for those who would rather buy their own $60 rake then have to search around for one on the course. Better than a regular old rake? Funny you should ask that question.  The Course Keeper extends to nine feet long for raking without having to step [...]

  • Cross Sight golf alignment aid

    Tony Korologos a.k.a. mediaguru
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:16 am
    I go through periods of time when I have no idea where to put the ball in my stance, and where my ball actually is.  Doubts come in to my confidence and I play bad golf.  This happens 2-3 times a hear.  It is strange to say the least, having no idea if my ball [...]

  • Sherpa Man and his Sherpa Chair

    Tony Korologos a.k.a. mediaguru
    17 Nov 2009 | 6:53 am
    This past summer I had a terrific time hiking in Arches National Park.  I was playing host and tour guide to four very fun ladies.  Over the course of that weekend the ladies affectionately started calling me “Sherpa Man.”  Little did I know that a couple of months later I’d have my own “Sherpa Chair!” Sherpa [...]
 
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    Kiel Christianson

  • Golf author Bob Thomas could use a little help from his golfing buddies

    Kiel Christianson
    5 Nov 2009 | 6:06 pm
    A few days ago, I received an e-mail from golf author Bob Thomas’s wife, Mary Anne. She informed me that Bob had had a major stroke about 11 weeks ago. Bob is on his way to what is hoped to be a full recovery, she said, and she promised that he would be writing golf books again someday. Nevertheless, as we all know, strokes are much worse in real life than they are in golf, and Bob could use some help from his golfing fans and friends. In Mary Anne’s own words: “My aim is to raise enough cash to protect what Bob has built so that he can return to it. My dream is that his…

  • DivPro packs half-dozen functions into single sleek tool

    Kiel Christianson
    23 Oct 2009 | 3:06 pm
    There’s a lot to keep track of in golf: 14 clubs, one or more golf balls, etiquette, score, playing partners, cigars, beer, and the course itself. Seems like I’m always fiddling with something or other – it’s a wonder I even remember to hit the ball. (Well, sometimes I do forget…) I’ve just discovered a multifunction divot tool called the DivPro. But to call DivPro a “divot tool” is a massive understatement. I can count at least six functions for this Swiss Army Knife of golf. First, it is a divot tool with extra-long tines and a sleek, curved…

  • Antigua Desert Dry Extra-Lite line sets a high bar for moisture-wicking fabrics

    Kiel Christianson
    11 Oct 2009 | 10:49 am
    Over the past several years, it seems every golf apparel manufacturer has introduced a “moisture-wicking” fabric of one kind or another. The purpose of these high-tech textiles is to draw sweat away from the skin to keep the wearer drier and cooler. Many of these fabrics are synthetics, incorporating the flexibility and durability of polyester with newer structures and materials. Antigua has just introduced its new Desert Dry Extra-Lite (D2XL) line, which improves on their previous moisture-wicking technology. The line features fabrics that are so light, they almost feel like…

  • IOC approves golf as Olympic sport!

    Kiel Christianson
    9 Oct 2009 | 6:20 am
    Golf will be played in the Olympics in 2016 and 2020, after more than a century of banishment from the games. According to the AP, “Padraig Harrington and Michelle Wie addressed the IOC in person before the vote. Wie talked about starting to play golf when she was 4 but never being able to dream of an Olympic medal until now. “‘I can dream about doing something that neither Tiger nor Ernie [Els] have ever done, and that is to make the final putt to win an Olympic gold medal,’” Wie said. ‘If this dream comes true, somewhere in the world there will be another…

  • "The Back Nine" is an inspiring golf documentary

    Kiel Christianson
    7 Oct 2009 | 3:08 pm
    Jon Fitzgerald, film-festival organizer and 12-handicap golfer, turns 40 and decides to try to turn pro. He’s going to chase the dream all avid golfers have dreamt, and he’s going to take us all along for the ride. That’s the premise for “The Back Nine,” a golf documentary that is as much about Fitzgerald himself as it is about golf. To be fair, however, in order to understand Fitzgerald’s quixotic journey, one must understand the man who decides to mount up on his donkey, driver in hand, and tilt at golf courses. Being a film-festival organizer, Fitzgerald…
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    Luke Swilor's Road to the Tour

  • Hi There

    Luke Swilor
    10 Nov 2009 | 7:07 pm
    Wowee it's been awhile since I've posted. Just wanted to check in here and let the world know I'm still alive. I'm still playing golf as much as possible. The weather has been unbelievably good around these parts, so the game is still in pretty good shape. I haven't played in a tournament since the Boise Nationwide qualifier, so that's a bit odd.I've been looking around for some work for the winter, not much success. Weird, tough, all that. I'm not really sure what the future holds golf wise. I still want it. I'm still working at it. But if something outside of golf came up right now, I'm not…

  • On the Way To Work

    Luke Swilor
    22 Sep 2009 | 6:39 pm
    Golden Eagle. Pretty cool bird.

  • Tour School

    Luke Swilor
    15 Sep 2009 | 7:19 pm
    I hadn't looked it up, probably because I've been a bit scared to. Just did, and the PGA Tour School deadline is Sept. 23. 7+ days, and $5500. A bit daunting.For some reason I've been thinking a lot about the first stage qualifying course. I like Dayton Valley. I have good feelings there for some reason. I get really motivated thinking about it. I think it's because the memories get seared into the brain, being such a big week. There's not a lot of messing around that week, but it gets dark early. I remember last year I was THE customer at the redbox next to the hotel.Nostalgia. Gets you.Luke

  • Catching Up

    Luke Swilor
    15 Sep 2009 | 1:27 pm
    After the Utah Open, the only golf I've gotten in has been the Nationwide Tour qualifiers in Salt Lake and Boise.I really struggled feeling comfortable on the course in the Salt Lake qualifier. I got off to a bad start, mainly due to some bad driving. I was pretty much out of it after 5 holes. The thing about Monday qualifiers is you better go low. When you are 3 over early, you pretty much have to birdie every hole. Anyhow, I ended up with 75 and 67 played off for one spot.I felt much more comfortable on the course in the Boise qualifier, probably because I was in a better routine being out…

  • On the Side

    Luke Swilor
    27 Aug 2009 | 7:31 pm
    I finally got a range finder this summer after mine had been stolen a few years ago. I needed it for work, more urgently than before. Anyhow, I decided to make a yardage book for my home course, River Oaks GC. I surveyed the holes and drew them up in my spare time, and two days ago the job was done. This is a serious yardage book, much like you'll see the best players use on tv. We'll see what the reaction is.Here's a sample:Luke
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    Ron Mon

  • My Limb: Rickie Fowler Earns Card The Hard Way

    Ron Mon
    6 Nov 2009 | 1:43 pm
    Not since “Yeah, wanna make 14 bucks the hard way” have I wanted to type those three tantalizing words: the hard way. WELL, all things come to an end. I cannot confirm nor deny (since I am lazy) that Rickie Fowler is the only biped to lose playoffs on both the Nationwide and PGA Tours this year, but I anticipate that the odds are in my corner. I can confirm that he was absolutely sweet at Merion, winning a painters cap-load of points in the USA victory over GBI. Fowler has over $500K in his official tour pocket right now (do those tight pants have pockets?) Therefore, by the power…

  • The personal fitting process of Henry-Griffitts

    Ron Mon
    29 Oct 2009 | 2:09 pm
    A week back, I wrote an entry on my anticipated fitting with a regional Henry-Griffitts teacher. That is correct and not a typo, a teacher. I was as stumped as you might be, reading this. I visited their website and found one menu item that read “Find a Certified Teacher.” Thanks to a previous photography commitment, I knew that Pennhill Golf Club’s head professional is a certified teacher and clubfitter with H-G. With the next closest teacher some five hours away, the 2 hour drive to visit Corky Buckham in Bradford, Pennsylvania made a whole lot more sense. One email (or…

  • LPGA brings out the tricks for Halloween

    Ron Mon
    28 Oct 2009 | 4:26 pm
    If the secrecy involving the candidacy of Michael Whan is the good sign that I take it to be, the LPGA is prepared to right the ship that foundered partly thanks to ex-commissioner Bivens and partly thanks to the world economy. I have followed this whole process publicly and, as the Safeway Classic director first stated, the initial time we head the name Michael Whan was at the naming presser. Whan seems to have all the experience needed to run the ship. What I would like to see is a 200% effort made to bring events like Corning back into the fold. The infrastructure is there, along with the…

  • Will Steve Carell destroy Missing Links?

    Ron Mon
    28 Oct 2009 | 7:08 am
    The golf web sites are abuzz with news that Steve Carell, an actor I laugh at but can hardly stand to observe, is in line to play the lead role in Missing Links, one of the five best and funniest fictional golf pieces ever. In what could be the worst miscasting since Matt Damon’s golf swing in “The Legend of Bagger Vance,” Carell as Raymond Lee Hart would continue Hollywood’s tradition of eviscerating great golf novels on the big screen. Hart should be played by a good-looking, 5′10″ guy, not intimidating but definitely strong and athletic. Carell is none…

  • Pain No Longer: Remembering Payne Stewart

    Ron Mon
    25 Oct 2009 | 7:32 am
    Ten years is a long time to hold a grudge. I was 33 years old, awaiting the arrival of the completion of 34, when Payne Stewart’s plane rose then fell. I recall scanning the list of casualties, sorry that I could not recognize the names of the pilots, the agents, the course designer. In those infant days of the internet, when a single phone line was split 3 to 5 ways, we clung to the monitor. Awaiting any news on the matter, it ended the way it had to end, in death and loss and sadness. And something else began that day, a bitterness in me, a jealousy. Payne Stewart had always…
 
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    SPEEDCAT HOLLYDALE PAGE

  • Red Box Star Trek Review for One Dollar

    Speedcat Hollydale
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:33 pm
    I found a new promotion for the "Red Box" Star Trek movie on line. The deal? ... post a blog with a review of the movie and get a free rental. That would be a ONE DOLLAR value! Of course, I decided to take them up on this incredible super bargain.Between the registration time and actual blogging time ( one hour ) I have projected my earnings to be in the one dollar per hour range. Of course, after taxes this will be about 53c . Only problem is I wasted all my time doing all the above and did not have time to watch the DVD.Here is my plan: Have someone COMMENT about how they liked the movie,…

  • Sarah Palin Large TV Energy Eggos at Dollar Tree

    Speedcat Hollydale
    19 Nov 2009 | 12:23 am
    Hurricane Palin rolls into town Sarah Palin has been in the media a LOT. Many believe that her appearance on Oprah was a sign of end times. You Betcha!They say she has a big following by male conservatives, and is despised by females. This is not true, because yesterday a woman told me she would date Palin any time.The big news in Hollydale? Palin will be appearing in Minnesota at the Mall of America in Bloomington. I received my invitation [ RIGHT ] in the mail two days ago, addressed to "Current Male Resident". I would go, but have racquetball league finals that day.In related news, Levi…

  • Free Short Film ate the Hollydale Theater

    Speedcat Hollydale
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:13 pm
    here comes the Starship Enterprise to pick up the girls for their ride around sector 9 . . .

  • Hollydale Golf Course

    Speedcat Hollydale
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:52 pm
    Playing November golf here in Minnesota is a gift. I played Hollydale Golf Course on Monday 11/16 with a warm 51 degree sun shining over frozen ponds. By the end of the round as the sun set on the horizon, the temperature had dropped to a cool 39 F.Below are some photos from what may have been the most fun afternoon of the year. My score you ask? .... 76. I think I played better than that number, by my short game let me down on the back nine. Short Video from hole #6

  • Indiana Terminator

    Speedcat Hollydale
    15 Nov 2009 | 11:54 pm
    ACT IIndiana Speedcat: You're not from around here, are you?Irina Spalko: And where is it you would imagine I am from ... Doctor Speedcat?Indiana Speedcat: Well the way you're sinkin your teeth into those v-double-u's, I should think Eastern Ukraine.Mutt Williams: Whoa Nellie, what about the legend of the gold city?Indiana Speedcat: Well, the Ugha word for 'gold' translates as 'treasure' ... but their treasure wasn't gold, it was knowledge. Knowledge was their treasure.ACT II Indiana Speedcat: Who is your mother, again?Mutt Williams: Mary, Mary Williams. You don't remember her?Indiana…
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    The Reluctant Jam Boy

  • New Project

    Tom Collins
    11 Nov 2009 | 11:46 pm
    Hello again.You know that old saying from way back in the day: “All roads lead to Rome”? I feel like regardless of the various paths I have chosen over the last couple of years, in some way or another, they have all lead me right back to this website. And that is freakin’ awesome.Boy I’ve missed this. I’ve wanted to write something on this blog for so long, but haven’t really had anything happy or exciting to report. What can I say—the office life sucked. Now, I realize some of you may really enjoy your current office jobs, and from reading over my previous posts and feedback I…

  • Final Post

    Tom Collins
    16 Sep 2008 | 6:57 pm
    It’s sad for me to think that the last time I posted something here was over a year ago. After all of the great experiences and fun I had working on this blog, to end on such a bad note was just heartbreaking. This site, and the experiences linked with it mean too much to me to just abandon it and leave everyone in the dark as to my whereabouts and what I’m up to. But, that’s exactly what I did. I blame life for being a little bitch and getting in the way. But that’s beside the point. Let me fill you in on some of the highlights…In November of 2007, I told my boss of 3 years that I…

  • Adventures in Management

    Tom Collins
    16 Jul 2007 | 7:11 pm
    The last few days have been frustrating, depressing, and then somehow very positive. So at the moment, I don’t really know how I feel. What happened? Well, I guess I can put it quite simply: the owner does not want me to be a Caddie Master. This really came as a shock to me. I mean…why not? Haven’t I been working hard? Didn’t I help you get the Ritz account? At first, I was definitely confused. How could I not be put in that position? Will I ever be in a management position with some long-term job security? What the hell?But after talking it over with the boss and getting a little…

  • IBF And The CBS Tower

    Tom Collins
    12 Jul 2007 | 5:09 am
    As much as I hate to say it, I do not enjoy going to golf tournaments. And when I say “golf tournaments,” I mean PGA Events. Well, perhaps that’s a little too focused. I suppose I should define it as: ANY golf event where the gallery and $5 hotdogs are a factor. And yes, I do realize the novelty of attending such an event. I’ve just realized over the years that I really enjoy seeing as much of the action as possible. And to those of you who have been to a few golf tournaments before: wouldn’t you say it’s annoying when you’re watching a particular player and 4 holes over you…

  • The Milestone Loop

    Tom Collins
    1 Jul 2007 | 9:31 pm
    There have been some extenuating circumstances recently that have prevented me from getting to a computer. I now have a new job within the company and I feel like I’m in the middle of a whirlwind. It’s going well and I’m having fun, but it just seems like everyone is pulling me away from my computer and out of the house these days. So this post has taken me about a week to complete. I apologize for the length, because this is not a quick read. I took my time with this one because it documents a milestone in my caddying career, and I really wanted to share it with you guys. So grab a cup…
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    Travelling Golfer

  • Andrew Giuliani Makes A Run At PGA Tour

    The November issue of DETAILS hits stands in the next day or so and it has a great interview with Andrew Giuliani who's ready to move past the Duke golf team scandal and step out Dad Rudy's shadow. Giuliani opens up to DETAILS about making amends with his father, playing golf ...

  • Stan Utley’s New website, Facebook and Twitter Addys

    Stan Utley, a well-respected short game instructor, announced the launch of his new website - stanutley.com (formerly www.stanutleygolf.com). He also has a new Facebook Fan Page and Twitter account. Those who are interested in learning more about Stan Utley can become a fan at www.facebook.com/StanUtley or become a follower at www.twitter.com/StanUtley. I'm reading ...

  • Do You Play Golf Betting Games?

    One of my really good friends goes to Tunica, Mississippi to play golf and gamble. I only gamble by hitting a 5-iron instead of a hybrid. That was a joke ... a bad one, but a joke. I do actually play some Nassau's, some Skins Games, some Greenie's and some Low Ball-Low Total. I ...

  • Wanna Play A New Course But Scared It’ll Suck?

    If you need another resource for public golf courses that you can play, stop by and see Jay and the gang over at Forelinksters.com. All of the courses on the site have been published and rated by the members. So, at any given time, you’re able to search a city, state ...

  • Golfing In Northern California?

    If you golf in Northern California, you need to check out golfpage.com for some coupons, specials and discounts. My new buddy Randy says he adds things on an almost daily basis and wants to help you save money. Stop by, give him a try and tell 'em Mike sent you! Related posts:Golf In ...
 
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    Aspiring Golfer

  • Danish Golf Union talking balls

    Golf ball litter is becoming an environmental concern on this planet. CNN Says: "Research teams at the Danish Golf Union have discovered it takes between 100 to 1,000 years for a golf ball to decompose naturally. A startling fact when it is also estimated 300 million balls are lost or discarded ...

  • Golf Clothing for Women

    To the apparent delight of woman golfers everywhere, ardent Golfer Alison Doorst has opened the doors to www.PinksandGreens.com to fill a void in the women’s golf apparel market. As well as providing an online boutique for women who love golf, Alison hopes to establish a community and blog (The Back ...

  • Amateur Golfers nationwide begin journey to Pinehurst

    AMATEUR GOLFERS NATIONWIDE BEGIN PATH TO PINEHURST WITH REGISTRATION FOR THE 2009 McGLADREY TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP Local Qualifying Events for the Third Annual McGladrey Team Championship will be conducted throughout all 41 PGA sections from now through September. To see a complete schedule and/or register to participate in a Local Qualifying ...

  • Women in Golf

    Golf Datatech, a golf trend, research company unveiled its first-ever Women’s Golf Market Study. Among the revealing results of attitudes of women golfers to the game, is startling fact that the average golf course is considered to be “a very male oriented place”.... no shit! All this, despite the ...

  • Golf can damage your hearing

    In a new article in the British Medical Journal ear specialists have claimed that golfing can damage your hearing.....I said,"CAN DAMAGE YOUR HEARING!" The doctors' suspicions were aroused when they treated a keen golfer (3 times a week for 18 months) who had unexplained tinnitus and reduced hearing.   Further tests ...
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  • Golf Like A PGA Tour Pro iPhone App Review

    Rob
    18 Nov 2009 | 6:05 pm
    We’ve all been there before on the golf course, with ball in a green-side bunker on a uphill lie thinking to yourself, “how do I play this shot?”, “What type of swing do I make?”, etc. That’s what the iPhone and iPod Touch app Golf Like a PGA Tour Pro aims to solve, by providing expert advice by PGA professional Kevin Streelman to amateur golfers. [View with PicLens] According to the Golf Like a PGA Tour Pro website, “more than 90%” of the problems that amateur golfers have stem from improper set up. Golf Like A PGA Tour Pro breaks out each of…

  • 2010 Bridgestone e6 Golf Balls Review

    Rob
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:46 pm
    The most common swing fault golfers face is either the dreaded slice or hook, which is caused by either having the club face too open or closed at impact. What if there was a golf ball that could help reduce the amount of spin imparted on the golf ball, resulting in a straighter and longer ball flight? That’s what the 2010 version of the Bridgestone e6 golf ball aims to accomplish with this updated version of its popular e6 ball. Look and Feel The three piece design of the 2010 e6 is comprised of a soft gradational compression core, Anti Side-Spin Inner Layer, and soft Suryln cover that…

  • Knetgolf Recycled Golf Balls Review

    Rob
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:25 pm
    Do you ever wonder what happens to golf balls that end up in that lake or pond at your local golf course? More than likely those golf balls end up for sale on site like Knetgolf.com, one of the largest fully-integrated recycler and refinisher of premium, pre-owned, brand-name golf balls. I was lucky enough to get some samples of the Knetgolf’s Mint, Grade A, and Grade B recycled Titleist Pro V1’s to see if I could tell the difference between a recycled golf ball from a brand new one? [View with PicLens] Knetgolf takes delivery of approximately 80,000 golf balls daily at its two…

  • Vokey Spin Milled Wedges Review

    Rob
    2 Nov 2009 | 2:14 pm
    The one golf club that gets refreshed every golf season are my wedges. Whether its the sand wedge, gap wedge, lob wedge, etc. A serious golfer knows how important it is to have fresh grooves and wedges that perform when your in the scoring zone of under 100 yards. [View with PicLens] Vokey Design® Spin Milled™ wedges have always been unique products that provide a truly discernible performance option – increased spin. The one thing that seemed to be missing from their product line was the limited number of options in terms of loft and bounce options. That has changed with the new…

  • CRUSH IT! Video Book Review

    Rob
    2 Nov 2009 | 11:54 am
    One of the main reasons I started this blog was because of Gary Vaynerchuk and how passionate and charismatic he is when he talks about wine on Winelibrary.tv or social media, business, life, etc on Garyvaynerchuk.com. I knew that if I could figure out what I was passionate about, that I could start a blog and hopefully be just as successful. That’s what Gary Vaynerchuk’s new book Crush It!: Why NOW Is the Time to Cash In on Your Passion [affiliate link] is about helping you discover what is it that drives you and passionate about and turning it into a real business.  Crush It!
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  • 2009 Children’s Miracle Network Classic Picks

    admin
    10 Nov 2009 | 9:03 am
    We’ve finally arrived at the season finale–the Children’s Miracle Network Classic down south in DisneyWorld. It’s the last chance for the pros to make it into the top 125 on the money list and secure their Tour cards for next year–there’s a lot on the line for some of the “on the bubble” players this week. As you regulars know, I’ve posted a decade of leaderboards and crunched some numbers on my research page. Take a look, then come on back, because you don’t want to miss my list of 10 players to watch this week: Harrison Frazar:…

  • Book Giveaway: Hank Haney’s Essentials of the Swing

    admin
    6 Nov 2009 | 5:16 pm
    Hi folks, Things have quieted down around here now that the Tour season is winding down. It seems like a good time for a book giveaway, to liven it up a bit. I’ve got one copy of Hank Haney’s Essentials of the Swing: A 7-Point Plan for Building a Better Swing and Shaping Your Shots. Email me: webmaster at leftylinks dot com. I’ll gather up the emails for a few days and pick one lucky winner randomly (I have a plan that involves numbered Post-Its and my cat). If you’re so inclined, you can make me fabulously wealthy in referral fees by buying the book with the link…

  • 2009 Viking Classic Picks

    admin
    26 Oct 2009 | 6:02 pm
    This week the pros head to the Viking Classic at the Annandale GC in Madison, MS. It’s one of the smallest purses of the year, with $666,000 going to the winner. How embarrassing. Can you imagine getting paid only $666,000 for four days of work? But I digress…my self-appointed job here is to provide picks, so I’ll focus… You know the drill by now, if you’re regular readers…for those of you interested in previous results for this event, as well as a bit of number crunching, please see my research page. Okay, on to my picks. Here you go, my weekly list of 10 players to watch, this…

  • 2009 Frys.com Open Picks

    admin
    20 Oct 2009 | 5:39 pm
    Hello again, leftylinks readers. New week, new tournament, new blog post. That’s the way it works. This week, we’ve got the Frys.com Open in Scottsdale, Arizona, at the Grayhawk G.C. It’s a short course, about 7,100 yards, a par-70—look for the guys who play the par-4s well this week to be in contention on Sunday. It’s only the third year of the event, so there’s not much history to draw on, but as always I’ve posted past leaderboards and crunched some numbers on my research page. One tidbit you might find interesting—only two players, Mike Weir and Pat Perez, have top-10s in…

  • 2009 Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open Picks

    admin
    13 Oct 2009 | 6:11 pm
    I’m back after my Presidents Cup hiatus—who cares about the Presidents Cup, anyway?—and it’s time for the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. Not the catchiest of names, but a few surprisingly big names in this Fall series field, and the scores promise to be low—this is the second easiest event on Tour, with the winner last year (Mark Turnesa) shooting 25 under par. As always, you can take a look at my research page for some leaderboard number-crunching. Keep in mind that while the current course, TPC Summerlin, has always been involved, this has been a…
 
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    Life in the Rough

  • So, Now What?

    Double Eagle
    17 Nov 2009 | 8:11 pm
    Sorry I’ve been so scarce around here lately.  I’ve been extremely unhappy with the way the golf season wound down for me and I needed some time to mentally move on.  To be honest, I haven’t hit a shot since my disaster in mid-October. Sometimes it’s best just to leave it alone for a while when things don’t go well.  Otherwise strong commitment can degrade into unbearable burden.  When golf stops being fun, then something’s wrong.  Well, I took a month-long breath and I think that did the trick.  I can tell you that when I hit balls again, I’m…

  • DVD Review: The Back Nine

    Double Eagle
    8 Nov 2009 | 5:47 pm
    When I was contacted by Jon Fitzgerald a while back, I was immediately interested in reviewing his documentary The Back Nine.  Fitzgerald, a veteran film maker, had embarked on a journey to become a professional golfer.  Naturally, he documented the entire experience. The Back Nine is a documentary of his entire journey.  It covers his experience from all angles.  There is not only the work on his game but we also witness the interaction and support of those around him and the effect of it all on his life in some very profound ways. When Jon Fitzgerald started the journey, he was over the…

  • Progress Update: October 27, 2009

    Double Eagle
    27 Oct 2009 | 9:20 pm
    Oh boy, I went and did it.  It’s the end of the season here and I put myself in a very bad position. The days are getting pretty short now, so most of my work is accomplished on the weekend, though I have tried to make arrangements here and there to play a round or hit the driving range during the week. As you may recall from my previous update, I was a little torn about trying to make one last surge to improve my handicap, versus doing things that might cause short-term pain for long-term gain.  I chose the latter, but, well, this isn’t what I had in mind. Let’s rewind a…

  • Things You Don’t Want to Hear (or Say) on a Golf Course

    Double Eagle
    15 Oct 2009 | 1:01 pm
    Let’s face it – golf is a game of highs and lows.  One minute, you feel like you’re about to be awarded a green jacket and the next, you feel like Vinko Bogataj tumbling down the mountain during the intro of Wide World of Sports.  There are few places where you’ll hear more more expletives, exasperation, and angst than on the golf course. Here are ten things that you don’t ever want to hear (or possibly say). “Wow, your club went further than the ball.“  Might be time for new grips.  Or anger management classes. “Uh oh, that’s in the…

  • Progress Update: October 5, 2009

    Double Eagle
    5 Oct 2009 | 1:22 pm
    As the season winds down, I’m faced with a painful decision: either devote myself to reaching my goal of single-digit handicap by the end of the season, or continue to make big changes that will pay long-term dividends in exchange for short-term difficulty. The golf season in this area comes to a close at the end of October.  I will continue playing throughout the fall and winter whenever possible, but scores can only be entered for handicap purposes until the end of the month.  I’m finding this goal becoming increasingly elusive at this point in time for the simple fact that…
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  • Steps To A Better Golf Swing

    Mike
    18 Nov 2009 | 7:16 pm
    When you think of achieving a better golf swing, what comes to your mind? Is it taking more golf lessons? Buying another training aid? How about pounding more golf balls? Has that worked for you yet? What’s that phrase? “If you keep doing what you’re doing, you’re going to keep getting what you get”. Is that right I think it is. What’s needed (IMHO) is going to back to the basics to see if something is out of whack. What I mean by basics is your fundamentals. You should always go back to fundamentals when your game goes south. Recently I was shocked to find…

  • Free Golf Lessons Online

    Mike
    7 Nov 2009 | 5:40 am
    I know this sounds too good to be true, but on this blog, there is no deception or mistrust. Free golf lessons online can be very helpful in improving your golf swing. The only issue may be the credibility of the source. Being a fanatic of the golf swing as well as a life-long student, I am always researching the very best golf improvement resources whether they are free or paid. I have a good friend on the net that has put together some excellent golf lessons and additional resources for FREE! All you’ve got to do is head on over to FREE Golf Lessons, insert just your first name and…

  • Off Season Golf Program

    Mike
    12 Oct 2009 | 11:07 am
    When it’s time to put the clubs away for the winter, it’s time to re-evaluate your season and see where you can make improvements duing the off season. This is your opportunity to start your next golf season right out of the gate, with lower scores and longer drives. You won’t have to “work your way” into the season, you’ll be like a primed athlete ready to bust loose! Golf Swing Training Did you have some flaws in your golf swing that resulted in consistent mishits? If so, diagnose the root cause and apply golf swing training drills to correct it. You can…

  • Proper Way To Grip A Golf Club

    Mike
    7 Oct 2009 | 6:24 pm
    Learning the proper way to grip a golf club reaps many benefits to your golf swing. More consistent golf shots. Maximum compression and distance with every swing. Fewer mishits for 18 holes of golf. It doesn’t matter if you’re a 25 handicapper or a scratch; making sure your grip on the golf club is correct is an ongoing issue. Even the pro’s have to make sure their golf grip is correct. I had a wake up call about 3 months ago. I had hit a wall with my golf swing improvement. I had gotten my handicap down to a 7, but my swing had some major flaws. I sought out a very good…

  • Golfers: Back Pain Relief For Golf

    Mike
    22 Sep 2009 | 6:20 am
    Low Back Pain Solved! I have had back pain since my sophomore year in high school. My low back has never, ever felt 100% pain-free since that day. Back pain relief, especially for my golf has always been a dream of mine, until now. Let me tell you my back injury story. Going into high school I was an all-state track and field athlete in several events. Track was my life! I excelled at it, and worked very hard to take it as far as I could. Initially I was a jumper (long jump and triple jump). At the time, I broke the state freshman long jump AND triple jump record, which was pretty cool at the…
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  • I'm....NOT going to DisneyLand.

    MyDailySlice
    15 Nov 2009 | 4:27 am
    This week's PGA golfers are in sunny Florida schmoozing Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck.All except David Duval, he slammed his trunk and will be taking the long way home in golf-speak. He is one of many that will be finishing lower than the official money bar of 125.To be sure, he will still be able to enter tournaments in 2010 because he finished in the top 150, giving him the dreaded "conditional status"....similar to the H1N1.Because of his dramatic runner-up finish in this years' US Open, he will no doubt get a few sponsor exemptions for next year as well, and he is exempt in the first 3…

  • Dress code?...Psshaa!

    MyDailySlice
    6 Nov 2009 | 5:06 pm
    A while back...(and for me, as fast as time flys...that is a long time ago) I visited a semi-private golf course to hit balls on their range. I was in a rush, so I didn't have the proper attire for this course...but, hay, I was only going to their range.Nope."But sir, I just want to hit a bucket of balls...I'll even go to the far end behind where the ball retriever is sitting".Nope. We require collared shirt, and no jeans.Fast forward to today, that course is closed with empty homes on it, and I'm still golfing......with jeans.With the rise of casual jeans in the inner social circles of the…

  • Marvelous

    MyDailySlice
    12 Oct 2009 | 3:55 am
    You gotta love the early SNL skits of Fernando Llamas I believe his "You look Marvelous" line was used 1000 times at my graduation party.Rio "the marvelous city" will host not only the 2016 games, but will also bring golf to the games, where it so rightly belongs.The future betting will not however be on the golfer that wins the gold, but for the golfer that builds the course.See, Rio has no golf courses...it does have pristine beaches with scantily clad sun worshippers and sugar cane fields with...um...controlled burns.Now it's not Billy that will be saying his famous line, but rather…

  • Sibling Rivalries

    MyDailySlice
    7 Oct 2009 | 4:12 am
    You have your Eli's and Peyton's...your Serena's and Vanessa's...and the Laroche boys......get ready for the Thompson's.In case you missed it, Friday held some trepidation for two youngsters from the same household: Nicholas Thompson, and his little sister Alexis.Big brother Nicholas, a former Georgia Tech golf standout who shared the leaderboard with the eventual winner, and Techster, Matt Kuchar at the Turning Stone Championship in Verona NY.Little sis Alexis, a Florida high-schooler who's 14, shared the leaderboard with eventual winner Lorena Ochoa at the Navistar LPGA Classic at the…

  • The hole-in-one

    MyDailySlice
    3 Oct 2009 | 1:37 pm
    There are many reasons to golf: we go to relax, commune with friends or go just for the challenge. There is the beauty and serenity of the golf course that makes a round of golf a unique experience each and every time we go...and that's what makes the game of golf so easy to get hooked on.So when my friends and I decided to go take a day off work to play The Echelon Club in North Georgia, we were going for all those reasons.But one of my friends got way more than he bargained for.When you hear of people hitting a hole in one, you listen with detached interest...because, I guess as it is with…
 
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  • Rory McIlroy's Scotty Cameron Fastback Prototype

    Ottawa Golf Blog
    20 Nov 2009 | 1:37 am
    I love watching late night golf action especially with what's on the line this week at the Dubai World Championship. Guys fighting for the #1 spot on the money list as well as the lucrative prize money of the Dubai event. Using the PVR is great for fast forwarding through all the bad adipex diet pill commercials and what not.I love all the closeups of the various putters the pros play. Especially because I'm putter less right now so I''m scouring eBay for a nice flat stick. One of my favorites this week is the Scotty Cameron Fastback Rory McIlroy is playing this week. of course its a Scotty…

  • A Golf Movie I Can Relate Too Somewhat

    Ottawa Golf Blog
    19 Nov 2009 | 10:33 pm
    When I first saw the trailer to Handicapped: A Documentary About Bad Golf I definitely shook my head and had a bit of a laugh. In some way this movie for those of us who are golf handicapped can relate.Here's a few tidbits about the movie:Gary McCord has offered an enthusiastic endorsement of the film, saying “I loved every bit of this nonsense.”Spalding Smails from the original Caddyshack makes an appearance. It’s true. John Barmon, who played Spalding in Caddyshack, participated in the tournament we documented.The movie chronicles the third annual Albert J. Doermaet Average Man…

  • Rory McIlroy Making Shots And Chasing Some Serious Prestige

    Ottawa Golf Blog
    19 Nov 2009 | 7:09 pm
    Apparently Rory McIlroy is glad he won't be in the same group as Lee Westwood today as the Day 2 of the Dubai World Championship will start in the next hour or so. After the first day Rory was apparently feeling a bit of the heat of being in the marquee match up with Westwood and the Race to Dubai. Westwood came out the better, shooting a 66 while Rory had a 68. While others his age are worrying about their next acne treatment Rory has a chance to win the money race, huge ranking points and whole lot of millions. Will the pressure get to Rory or will he still be able to pull off shots like…

  • Scratch Golf Features Ottawa Golf Blog's Ryan Moore HSBC Champions Video

    Ottawa Golf Blog
    19 Nov 2009 | 12:03 am
    Things have been good for the blog lately, not to long ago Ottawa Golf Blog was featured in a press release for Sumi-G now we've been featured on the front page of Scratch Golf, a video we compiled of highlights from Ryan Moore's final round of the HSBC Champions Tournament. Be sure to check it out and while you're there check out the Custom Wedge Studio under the Tour Department where you can design your very own custom wedge. Check out my latest creation, now I just have to come up with $299.

  • Jesper Parnevik Files Lawsuit Against J.Lindeberg

    Ottawa Golf Blog
    18 Nov 2009 | 8:55 pm
    One of my favorite golfers Jesper Parnevik just recently filed a lawsuit against J.Lindeberg. Jesper has long been the sole frontman of J.Lindeberg and at one time also a shareholder in the company. Parnevik believes that he has not been paid by the company for the use of him in their marketing, while J. Lindeberg argue that there is no valid contract, according to business website E24.It is sad that it has been like this, but his contract was in 2008. It is not true that we have used him in our marketing. Jesper has been valuable for the company and built up the brand, but our primary Name…
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  • A Holiday Treat for Golfers

    PutterZone.com
    20 Nov 2009 | 2:15 pm
    Yes, golfers, there is a Santa Claus!Indeed, PutterZone.com is excited to announce a special limited-time offer to the first five people who use the coupon code SEANW25OFF when making a purchase of $50 or more at the PutterZone.com ShopThis coupon code is good for a savings of $25, meaning that you could save as much as 50% off an order of $50. Just enter SEANW25OFF at checkout.Additionally, shipping is free, and your purchase is tax free (except in NY, NC and RI). In other words, you could get a Cleveland Classic 1 blade putter for $42.39 out the door and delivered to your doorstep!This…

  • Thoughts on Putting "Fundamentals"

    PutterZone.com
    17 Nov 2009 | 10:16 am
    In the latest issue of one of the leading golf magazines, you will see a putting instruction tip with the following title: Accelerate to sink more putts. In the piece, the featured instructor advises that you “accelerate through impact.”Thirty pages late in the same issue, however, another article features a leading putting instructor, who says, “The best strokes reach top speed before impact and maintain that pace through the hitting zone… So thinking ‘accelerate through’ can hurt you.”We don’t mention this to knock the magazine, but rather to simply use it as a vivid…

  • The Fringe: Cleveland CG15 Wedge Review

    PutterZone.com
    11 Nov 2009 | 10:24 am
    With Christmas on the horizon, the USGA is set to play Scrooge as it bans big sharp grooves on short irons and wedges beginning in 2010.The new ruling will reduce both the volume and sharpness of allowable grooves on clubs with lofts of of 25 degrees or higher, which will ultimately reduce achievable backspin on approach shots. Which could mean that you'll be faced with longer putts and higher scores. Of course, the ruling only goes into effect on the professional tours in 2010 (and organized amateur circuits in 2014), while the rest of us duffers have until 2024 until our sizzling spinners…

  • Win A Slotline SKM 600 Series Putter

    PutterZone.com
    4 Nov 2009 | 6:08 am
    PutterZone.com is excited to offer readers a chance to win a new Slotline SKM Series SSi-691 blade putter. Four runners up will each receive a complimentary pair Slotline hats. Entering is easy, just keep reading…Slotline Golf was founded Duke Duclos, who was an early advocate of high MOI in putters as a way to enhance stability and accuracy. Duclos also created the signature "SLOT AND LINE" alignment system from which the brand gets its name. Slotline became a giant in the putter industry, but later fell on hard times. Under new ownership, however, Slotline is back in a big way, and the…

  • The Fringe: Bushnell Golf FXi Review

    PutterZone.com
    3 Nov 2009 | 9:55 am
    It’s that crazy time of year when Mother Nature likes to taunt golfers. For example, here in coastal California, we have been dealing with meteorological whiplash for the past month—sun, rain, freezing, hot! Meanwhile, in Denver, they just had one of the coldest and snowiest Octobers on record. But look for sun and a high of nearly 70 degrees in Denver this Thursday. Go figure. For the average golfer trying to plan that precious round of golf amid the myriad responsibilities of work and family, the prospect of bad weather can be maddening. Sure, the weather prognosticators aren't perfect,…
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  • Round 4 Champions Tour Q School 2009

    Cactus Dave
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:48 pm
    Mr Science Reports Terry started well with a very short birdie putt on 1, but the day was a struggle.  The pin placements were diabolical on many holes, perched up on small "top shelves", sometimes on peninsulas, guarded by bunkers and often at the back of the green, when there is nothing but trouble over the green on this course.  Terry made 4 birdies on the day, and burned the edges a few more times.  He was even par when he had a blowout on 14.  His approach was a little right of target, and funneled down the false front into the chipping area right of the…

  • Round 3 Champions Q School 2009

    Cactus Dave
    20 Nov 2009 | 9:45 pm
    Mr Science Reports I walked with Terry Burke, John Ross, and Curt Byrum again today. Terry has a blog:  http:\\www.championspursuit.blogspot.com Curt started out on fire, birdied #1, 3, 4, and 7, but then bogied 8, 14, and 15.  Came back with birdies on 16 and 17, shooting another 68 and is tied for 3rd with Peter Senior.  His birdie on #3 was a tap-in deuce, no more than 2 inches.  On 14, he missed the green to the left, in the tall rough, wedged it barely onto the green and it rolled down the slope, down to the bottom tier, past the hole to the opposite side of the…

  • Champions Q school Day 2 - 2009

    Cactus Dave
    18 Nov 2009 | 10:41 pm
      Mr Science Reports: I wasn't officially scoring today, but I walked with Terry Burke again, and John Ross http://www.pgatour.com/players/00/60/40/ and Curt Byrum http://www.pgatour.com/players/00/11/56/  today.  All three of them shot 68, to go with their 65's yesterday, and they are tied for 2nd now with Peter Senior and Jim Roy, and will be playing together again tomorrow.   Steve Haskins is alone in the lead by 2.  He's the son of Don Haskins, who is famous for being the winning NCAA Basketball coach in 1966, the first to start 5 black players, as Texas Western…

  • Champions Q- School 2009

    Cactus Dave
    18 Nov 2009 | 12:39 pm
    Mr Science Reports: I kept score for Rod Spittle (I kid you not), Terry Burke, and Lu Chien Soon today.  Lu Chien is from Taiwan, has 10 wins on the Asian tour, and shot 65 today with 6 birdies and an eagle.  On 13 the pin was on the right, tucked behind the bunker, where you could see the flag but not the hole.  Lu Chien hit his tee shot past the pin onto the hill, and it trickled back down toward the hole and out of sight.  We all thought it might be in.  Terrry and Rod also hit good tee shots, and when we got up there Lu Chien was away.  He missed his…

  • Phoenix Golf Course Rankings are BACK ONLINE!

    Cactus Dave
    17 Nov 2009 | 11:53 am
    you can click on the left side link or right here!
 
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    The Wedge Guy

  • Drivers and Shafts

    Terry Koehler
    17 Nov 2009 | 5:49 am
    I received an email from a reader who was getting exasperated with the vast array of drivers and shafts available in the stores.

  • Still Feeling "Groovy"

    Terry Koehler
    13 Nov 2009 | 1:17 am
    You guys really sounded off about the groove thing, and since there is so little space for posts, I thought I might continue on this.

  • Choosing The Right Golf Ball

    Terry Koehler
    10 Nov 2009 | 8:53 am
    Two oobgolf readers sent in questions asking me to sound off about selecting the right golf ball from the vast array of choices that are out there.

  • New Grooves Are Coming!

    Terry Koehler
    6 Nov 2009 | 1:54 am
    Unless you've been living in a cave these past couple of years, you realize that the USGA has made new rules about grooves.

  • Working The Ball

    Terry Koehler
    3 Nov 2009 | 3:20 am
    What is the correct way to hit a draw or fade, or what method works best for most golfers?
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  • How Do Recycled Golf Balls Really Perform?

    mygolfspy
    19 Nov 2009 | 9:02 am
    Article by: Rob over at http://www.sandbox8.com/ . Today he takes a look at how well recycled golf balls perform compared to new balls.  Make sure to check Rob’s blog for other great stories and product reviews! You can also follow him on Twitter & Facebook. The Life of a Recycled Golf Ball Do you ever wonder what happens to golf balls that end up in that lake or pond at your local golf course? More than likely those golf balls end up for sale on site like Knetgolf.com, one of the largest fully-integrated recycler and refinisher of premium, pre-owned, brand-name golf balls. I was lucky…

  • C & L Putters – “An Experience You Will Never Forget”

    mygolfspy
    15 Nov 2009 | 8:54 pm
    “How Do You Want Your Putter Stamped? Today we have a special offer for you guys coming from one of the most well respected designers in the “boutique putter design business” and that is C&L Putters (www.350milled.com). For the hard core putter collector I am sure you are familiar with the name…but if you are new to the addictive hobby or just looking for a truly one-of-a-kind personalized flatstick then look no further.  I would highly recommend getting one in your hands. Not only is each putter custom-built precisely to your desired  loft, lie and length…

  • SPY PIC! – Adams Speedline Fast 10 Driver

    mygolfspy
    15 Nov 2009 | 1:01 pm
    Adams Speedline FAST 10 Driver Advertise on MyGolfSpy! 125x125 banners 60,000 monthly readers for only $50/month!This Feed is for personal non-commercial use only. If you are not reading this material in your news aggregator, the site you are looking at is guilty of copyright infringement. Please contact us, so that we can take legal action immediately.Plugin by Taragana

  • STX Putters – Wants MyGolfSpy Readers Feedback!

    GolfSpy X
    11 Nov 2009 | 10:35 am
    MyGolfSpy Readers – Have Your Voice Heard (By STX Putters) We have something fun for you guys today. Today…you have the chance to have your opinions and voice heard in the golf industry. You never know…your feedback might actually be implemented into the next prototype of this putter or another putter made by STX. That’s because yesterday we got an email from the guys over at STX Putters. And they want YOU and all the other MyGolfSpy readers to tell them exactly how they feel about their latest and greatest prototype putter. The new stick their calling the ProFIT 6 and…

  • 10 Articles You Might Have Missed on MyGolfSpy!

    mygolfspy
    10 Nov 2009 | 10:43 am
    10 Articles You Might Have Missed on MyGolfSpy MyGolfSpy has grown so fast that sometimes even I forget all the articles we have written. We just surpassed the 500 mark for articles on the site so we thought it would be a good idea to highlight some of the more interesting ones you might have missed. So no matter whether if you are a brand new reader to MGS or a long time dedicated follower you might just find one you missed. So here are 10 articles we thought you might like. (1) Nike’s Top-Secret Test Facility On my recent trip to Fort Worth, TX I had the opportunity to get a rare…
 
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  • Hugo Chavez Declares War on Golf

    15 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm
    CNN's Rafael Romo reports that Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has declared war on the game of golf. Hugo Chavez thinks golfers are lazy. Chavez is seizing golf courses in Venezuela in order to turn them into public housing projects. Venezuela still has 23 golf courses but they are risk of being taken over by Chavez. Take a look: Permalink | News Feeds

  • Nullarbor Links is the World's Longest Golf Course

    25 Oct 2009 | 7:00 pm
    Nullarbor Links is the world's longest golf course. The 18-hole par 72 golf course will span 1,365 kilometers with one hole in each participating town or roadhouse along the Eyre Highway, from Kalgoorlie in Western Australia to Ceduna in South Australia. Each hole includes a green and tee and a somewhat rugged outback-style natural terrain fairway. Hazards include You can find more information and photos of the course on the official website. (via On Deadline) Permalink | News Feeds

  • Annika Sorenstam Says She's Happily Retired

    14 Oct 2009 | 7:00 pm
    Annika Sorenstam says she is happily retired. She still serves as an advisor to the LPGA tour but she won't be coming out of retirement. She says the LPGA is in survival mode because of the economy. She also helped get golf in the Olympics in 2016. Take a look: Permalink | News Feeds

  • Golf Back as Olympic Sport in 2016 Olympics

    10 Oct 2009 | 1:00 pm
    Golf will be returning as an Olympic sport for ths first time since 1904 at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Golfers are excited about the chance at a gold medal. It is also exciting for fans. It should be interesting to see golfering competing for such a huge non-monetary prize. Too bad we have to wait until 2016. Tiger Woods said, "I think it's great for golf. It's a perfect fit for the Olympics and I think we are all looking forward to golf getting into the Olympics." Permalink | News Feeds

  • Golfer Makes $1 Million Hole-in-One

    29 Sep 2009 | 4:00 pm
    Jason Hargett, a Utah restaurant manager, made a hole-in-one that earned him $1 million at the Mark Eaton charity golf tournament in Utah. Take a look: Permalink | News Feeds
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    Troon Golf

  • Troon Golf Insiders: November Challenge

    bbrooks
    6 Nov 2009 | 3:05 pm
    In the spirit of Thanksgiving, what are you most thankful for about the game of golf? Share your answer in 140 characters or less in the comment section of the Troon Golf Blog, on Troon Golf’s Facebook Page or in a tweet to @troongolf. Everyone who participates will be entered into a drawing to win a free foursome at any Troon Golf daily-fee facility, a $50 Callaway Gift Card and one (1) dozen Callaway Tour ix golf balls. Extra Credit (for those overachievers): Anyone who posts a 12-second video of themselves giving thanks for the game of golf on our Facebook Page will be entered into the…

  • 2010 Troon Cards: World-Class Courses at Great Values

    bbrooks
    30 Oct 2009 | 1:31 pm
    Here’s a chance to save some “green” on the greens. We’ve officially launched the 2010 Troon Card program with 9 new participating facilities. There are six different card options to choose from, all of which offer green fee discounts of up to 50 percent. We realize that value is more important than ever to our golfers, which is why we are offering cards priced lower than we’ve ever had before. For example, the Arizona TwoSome card is priced at $375 until November 6, 2009, offering a $150 savings compared to last year’s price. The National Twosome card is priced at $500, saving…

  • Troon Golf Insiders Club: Halloween Challenge

    bbrooks
    9 Oct 2009 | 1:28 pm
    As promised, we are excited to announce this month’s Insider Challenge, giving Troon Golf Insiders an opportunity to win some prizes. Remember, you qualify as an Insider by meeting two of three criteria 1.) Fan of Troon Golf’s Facebook page. 2.) Follow @troongolf on Twitter. 3.) Subscribe to the Troon Golf Blog. That’s all there is to it. If you qualify, you don’t have to sign up for anything - just start participating! Your current Insider Challenge encourages you to be creative and have some fun by getting into the Halloween spirit a little. You’ve seen how Tour pros…

  • Troon Golf Insiders Club

    bbrooks
    7 Oct 2009 | 4:02 pm
    Troon Golf is proud to introduce the Troon Golf Insiders Club.  What is it? in-sid-er [in-sahy-der] – noun: a golf enthusiast who meets two of the following criteria. 1.) Fan of Troon Golf’s Facebook page. 2.) Follow @troongolf on Twitter. 3.) Subscribe to the Troon Golf Blog. We all know you can’t argue a definition so if you meet two of these three criteria, then congratulations because you are a Troon Golf Insider! If you aren’t, then cheer up and do something about it! Visit Troon Golf on Facebook, Twitter, and the Troon Golf Blog to start following us. OK, so… what’s the…

  • “75 Best Golf Resorts in North America”

    bbrooks
    23 Sep 2009 | 1:52 pm
    Golf Digestrecently named the “75 Best Golf Resorts in North America.” We are happy to say that nine of the resorts on the list feature Troon Golf-managed courses. Here’s a slideshow highlighting each Troon Golf facility. So, what would your ultimate golf vacation look like? Would it include staying at a particular golf resort?  “75 Best Golf Resorts in North America” No. 11 One&Only Palmilla, Los Cabos, Mexico No. 25 Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, Scottsdale, Ariz. No. 27 One&Only Ocean Club, Paradise Island, Bahamas No. 38 The Phoenician, Scottsdale,…
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    Mr Business Golf

  • Businesses Need Retraining to Deal with New Economy

    I walked into a business networking gathering recently where there was a storm of concerns brewing amongst many attending who now realize the new economy will require them to be retrained on how to do business.  I was not really surprised since many businesses are finding the old “Throw an ...

  • The ‘Earn Money to Spend Money’ Economy

    As we all go about trying to make a living I am sure everyone has run into the new economy developing out of this recession.  Yes, a New Economy is developing and it is a reversal to how business was done as recent as yesterday.  So what will be the ...

  • Quick Nine: The BGCC Re-Beginning

    Hole 1: Business Golf Country Club Reignited Innovative Business Golf Solutions, the owner the Business Golf Country Club, announces its joint venture with PlayOnGolf.com in the development of the new BGCC platform.  Tim Flaherty, head of PlayOnGolf.com, has thrown his company’s hat into the arena to ...

  • Do You Know How Your Market Sees You?

    Outside of the major iconic brands established over the years there are not many businesses, especially golf businesses, that can catch their market’s attention for more than a few seconds.  Why? Have you taken a look at how the market sees you or your business?  Sometimes this this is not Good ...

  • Q School would help Duval

    David Duval, a British Open champion and former number one player in the world, has over the past five years to slipped below the 125 player mark that the PGA holds as the benchmark for players eligible to play in all PGA sanctioned tournaments. David’s performance of recent has ...
 
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    Golf Swing Secrets Revealed

  • Be Realistic When Overcoming Weaknesses, Don’t Kid Yourself…

    George Beardsley
    2 Nov 2009 | 7:16 am
    One of my students, Angela Won, is playing the Futures Tour Qualifying School this coming week in Lakeland, Florida. Angela is a talented girl, with a great golf swing and owner of, perhaps, the best putting stroke on Earth. But unfortunately, she has an issue — an issue that has scared her to death and has kept her from reaching her true potential. Angela’s issue is chipping. Angela has basically had the yips with chipping for the last 5 years. During practice, she’s fine…but when she plays for something that matters, and has a chip shot, watch out — because it…

  • You Cannot Declare Your Ball Lost

    Barry Rhodes
    31 Oct 2009 | 1:51 pm
    Here is an interesting question that I recently received on my blog site: RULES OF GOLF QUESTION: “Hi Barry, I’m confused over you saying that you cannot declare your ball lost. If it is reasonable to assume that it is not in a hazard or out of bounds, I was under the assumption that you could declare it lost without looking for it? And I actually thought Phil Mickelson did this once in a tournament? So I play ball A and it’s so far in some junk that I know unplayable lie relief would get me no-where. So without looking for ball A, I declare that I’m hitting a…

  • Hitting the Ball Sideways? Check Your Alignment

    PatrickKeegan
    13 Oct 2009 | 1:08 am
    After a couple of recent horrendous ball striking adventures, I returned to my hometown over the weekend to attend a friend’s wedding. It couldn’t have come at a better time for my golf game, because this enabled me to fit in a much needed lesson with an old instructor of mine who has known my game for 12 years. With numerous tournaments coming up in the next month or so, I wanted to make sure I didn’t have to worry about hitting the ball on the club face. After hitting numerous balls in front of him, he couldn’t understand what I was talking about, because he didnt…

  • Learning To Go With The Flow

    George Beardsley
    10 Oct 2009 | 3:13 pm
    The great martial arts instructors talk often about pulling as your opponent is pushing. What does this mean? Basically, it’s a simple way of maintaining balance. Think of it this way… If your opponent pushes you in the chest with all of his force…and you resist…it won’t take long before you lose balance. But if instead of resisting, you let your body step backward — you would easily keep balance. This is a great example of not fighting the laws of nature. Another example is water. Imagine a river finding it’s way. It doesn’t try and ram…

  • The Billion Dollar Man

    Fergus Jack
    8 Oct 2009 | 6:27 am
    According to Forbes magazine 2009 will be remembered as the year that Tiger Woods became the first dollar billionaire in sport. That’s not bad going,is it? I don’t pretend for a moment – and at this point my bank manager would nod forlornly – to have any understanding of such things. Except to whistle quietly and say “a billion” with some incredulity. In truth I’m surprised he hasn’t already surpassed that figure but I’m guessing Forbes have based their calculations on earnings that can be traced directly to his day job. 20 or 30 years ago people would…
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  • Points birdies No. 14 in round 4 of the 2009 Children's Miracle Network Classic

    SeeMore Admin
    15 Nov 2009 | 3:17 pm
    In the final round of the 2009 Children's Miracle Network Classic D.A. Points makes his 8th birdie of the day at the par-5 14th hole.  Points put the putter in play for the first time at HP Byron Nelson Championship.  He finish in 3rd place earning $442,000 for his efforts.  Since then he has had it in play for the rest of the 2009 PGA Tour season.  See his results here.  Points understood how the system benefitted his putting and it shows.  Congratulations D.A. on a great 2009 year!!!

  • Team SeeMore - Asia

    SeeMore Admin
    2 Nov 2009 | 9:50 am
    Chan Song Team SeeMore - ASIA My name is Chan Song and I am currently a member of the Asian Tour and the Japan Challenge Tour.  I am 27 years old. This is my 3rdyear on the Tour.  As a junior golfer, I was ranked the 2nd in the United States and I was nationally ranked as high as the 14th when I graduated from college.  My aspirations are to make it successfully to the top-25 on the Asian Tour, eventually reach the Nationwide Tour and finally the PGA Tour  My college golf career was spent with one of the nation’s perennial powerhouse golf…

  • Technical Questions about SeeMore Putters - Loft, Lie, Arc Stroke, Pendulum Stroke

    SeeMore Admin
    27 Oct 2009 | 1:05 pm
    Very quickly the SeeMore Putter has become the choice when golfers are looking to improve their putting stroke.  Each day more and more are contacting us about questions on the putter.  Golfers wanting to improve their putting google us on the internet and learn very quickly why SeeMore helps in all areas of the putting stroke - alignment, set-up, posture and grip.  Learning this simple system leads to confidence when using the putter - which leads to lower putting strokes per round - which leads to lower scores. Below are some technical answers that we have been asked from golfers…

  • SeeMore M8 Putter Review - www.thehackersparadise.com

    SeeMore Admin
    19 Oct 2009 | 8:50 am
    SeeMore M8 Putter ReviewPosted on October 19, 2009 by Josh BWhen the folks at SeeMore contacted The Hackers Paradise about reviewing one of their new putters we were eager to see what they had to send over to us. We had no idea what was coming, but as you can see from theunboxing pictures that we put up on the forum, we were a delighted with what arrived.The SeeMore Putter company is no stranger to the readers of The Hackers Paradise. We have reviewed almost their entire line and they were the winners of the2009 Huge Putter Shoot Outa few months back. More recently the readers of THP got a…

  • Team SeeMore - Japan

    SeeMore Admin
    13 Oct 2009 | 3:02 pm
    By Charlie Nootbar (VP - Japan Sales - SeeMore Putter Company)One of the great things about my position at SeeMore is I get to travel to Japan from time-to-time to stay on top of our sales there and keep up with the trends in the world's second largest golf market.  I just returned from a 9-day swing in Japan, and although the jet lag hits hard, I always come back with interesting new bits of info from our neighbors across the Pacific.  Here are a few things I noticed while I was there. First off: Ryo Ishikawais EVERYWHERE - on magazine covers, newspapers, commercials, you name it! …
 
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  • Check The Line Of Your Divot On A Hook

    14 Nov 2009 | 12:18 am
    One of the telltale signs of an excessively in-to-out golf swing will be shown in the divot you take. Look carefully at your divot after you've hit your shot. If it's pointing to the right of the target, you're swinging too much in-to-our, thus causing the hook shot. A great cure for the hook is to give control to your left arm and try to cut across the ball as though you are trying to fade or slice. Make sure to check your body alignment - this is often the root cause of the problem. ...

  • Curing Posture Problems: Part 2

    13 Nov 2009 | 12:08 am
    A good way to focus on posture and balance is to think about swing plane. If the upper body's position lifts during the backswing, it creates a swing plane that is too flat. And when the upper body drops dramatically, it sets up too high a swing plane, with the arms lifting in the air, independently of the body. Remember that swing plane is formed by the initial posture at set-up, and that the angle of the spine dictates the plane. We want the spine to stay in one place throughout the swing, and if that angle remains constant, ...

  • Curing Posture Problems: Part 1

    11 Nov 2009 | 11:59 am
    Good posture is the cornerstone of an athletic golf swing. The correct posture gives your swing balance, which will enable your overall movement. But poor posture can intefere with balance, and then everything can start to go wrong.  Your body weight should be slightly backwards of centre, towards the heels of your feet. If a golfer's weight moves forward of centre, an out-to-in swingpath will result, causing the club to cut across the ball. When your weight moves forwards, your upper body will generally begin to sway forwards ...

  • Golfers With Most Runner-up Finishes At Major Championships

    30 Sep 2009 | 1:30 am
    Now every golf fan worth his salt knows Jack Nicklaus is the man when it comes to winning majors - 18 wins, his last coming in 1986. Most know Tiger is only 4 behind and gaining every year, well ok he never won one this year but we'll let him off. Maybe you know about Walter Hagen's 11 "big ones" or Gary Player and Ben Hogan sitting pretty on 9. But if second place is first loser, who are the most successful losers in golf? Take a look, you may be surprised.   Golfers with most second places in majors ...

  • Curing Common Golf Swing Faults

    29 Sep 2009 | 1:00 am
    Such is the fickle nature of golf that all players, including the best in the world, develop faults in their game from time to time. Part of the skill of becoming a good player is being aware of your problem shots or swing flaws so that you know how to deal with problems as and when they arise. Drills and practice exercises are particularly effective at grooving good habits and eliminateing damaging flaws from your game. Keep feet together for better balanceBobby Jones used to practice his footwork and balance by hitting shots ...
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  • LPGA Tour Championship delayed by rain

    TeeOff
    20 Nov 2009 | 7:25 pm
    The second round of the LPGA Tour Championship at The Houstonian Golf & Country Club in Texas was suspended due to darkness after rain kept play delayed until the afternoon.  Only 58 of 116 players started the second round as play will resume Saturday morning. There will be a first cut made after the second round is complete, trimming the field to 70 players.  After 54 holes, there will be a second cut made to bring the final round field to 30 golfers.

  • Ochoa leads LPGA Tour Championship

    TeeOff
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:45 pm
    Lorena Ochoa leads the LPGA Tour Championship with a first round 66, six-under par, to lead Reilley Rankin by one shot at The Houstonian Golf & Country Club in Houston, Texas. Ochoa started her round on the 10th hole with a birdie and added another on the 12th hole before finishing the side bogey-birdie.  After a par on the first hole, Ochoa made birdies on the second and third holes to get to four-under par.  She made birdie on the sixth hole followed by a bogey on the seventh before finishing with consecutive birdies on the eighth and ninth holes. Ochoa is looking to also take home…

  • Preview: LPGA Tour Championship

    TeeOff
    17 Nov 2009 | 11:16 am
    The LPGA is in Houston, Texas for the season-ending LPGA Tour Championship, presented by Rolex. The Houstonian Golf and Country Club will play host as the top 120 players in the world fight for a share of the $1.5 million prize. The two top ranked players in the world – Lorena Ochoa and Jiyai Shin – are not only gunning for their fourth wins of the season, they are playing for the Rolex Player of the Year trophy. For Ochoa, it would be her fourth straight honor. Shin, who already won the Louise Suggs Rolex Rookie of the Year, is looking to become the first player since Nancy Lopez…

  • Wie gets first LPGA win at Lorena Ochoa Invitational

    TeeOff
    15 Nov 2009 | 6:13 pm
    Michelle Wie won her first LPGA tournament with a final round 69 at the Lorena Ochoa Invitational to beat Paula Creamer by two shots at the Guadalajara Country Club in Mexico. Wie, who shared the lead with Cristie Kerr at the start of the day, had to fight off a great charge by Creamer, who shot a two-under par, 70, as Kerr fell off pace with two late bogeys. Wie took a slight edge over Kerr with a birdie on the first hole. Both players made birdie on the third hole. After a bogey on the fifth hole, Kerr fell back into a tie for second place with Creamer, who made a birdie on the second hole…

  • Playoff win for Ames at Children’s Miracle Network Classic

    TeeOff
    15 Nov 2009 | 5:38 pm
    Stephen Ames beat Justin Leonard and George McNeill in a playoff to win the Children’s Miracle Network Classic for the second time in three years. Ames shot 64 on Disney’s Magnolia Course to move up from eighth place in the final round. Ames got off to a great start, making four birdies in the first seven holes. His only bogey of the day came at the par-5, eighth hole. After the turn, Ames made three straight birdies on the 12th, 13th and 14th holes. He added another on the 16th hole before dropping the final one on the 18th hole to get to 18-under par for the week. With Ames in…
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  • Watson and Norman force British Open age change

    Brian O'Hare
    16 Nov 2009 | 5:34 pm
    TOM WATSON’S heart stopping performance at the British Open this year has led to the Royal & Ancient rethinking its age exemption rules. The 60-year-old five-time Open champion finished runner-up this year but would have lost his exemption status because of the R&A’s age rules. But golf’s governing body said yesterday it had amended one of its rules so that former champions who finish in the top 10 in the previous five Opens get a five-year exemption, regardless of age. “We have introduced this exemption as a direct response to seeing two of our great Open champions…

  • Couples a welcome Australian Open addition

    Brian O'Hare
    16 Nov 2009 | 4:54 pm
    FRED COUPLES is a welcome addition to the 2009 Australian Open field and the charismatic former World No 1 golfer has provided an instant extra interest in the Sydney event. Yes, he may not be Tiger Woods and for many his recruitment will not cover the disappointment of losing Greg Norman to injury, but the 50 year old is a hugely popular figure with lots and lots of long time golf fans. Many will be fascinated to see in person how that renowned slinky smooth golf swing is standing the test of time. It certainly hasn’t served the American badly this year with four top ten finishes on the US…

  • Thanks Tiger. Come Back Soon

    Brian O'Hare
    15 Nov 2009 | 2:08 am
    TIGER WOODS has claimed the winner’s gold jacket at the Australian Masters and while it may not mean as much to him as a green one, the world number one seemed to enjoy his sojourn Down Under. The $270,000 first prize cheque should be enough to cover the petrol money for his private jet home, with enough left over for plenty of nibbles for the friends and family accompanying him. As Woods said after accepting the cheque, his mum has spent about that much on furry kangaroos and other souvenirs whilst in Australia. Of course there is also the matter of the $3.3 million paid to him by the…

  • Australian Masters Live Leaderboard

    Brian O'Hare
    13 Nov 2009 | 3:06 pm
    For live Australian Masters scoring updates click on the link below Australian Masters Live Leaderboard AUSSIES Greg Chalmers and James Nitties share the overnight lead with world number one Tiger Woods all on 10 under going into the final day of the Australian Masters at Kingston Heath. Two strokes further back the suddenly high profile Cameron Percy will boost that spotlight considerably when he lines up as Woods Sunday playing partner. Woods was hot and cold all day and later said he had to “turn it around” just to salvage a par 72, highlighting the fact that the comparatively…

  • Just in time for Christmas - the putting green bra!

    Brian O'Hare
    12 Nov 2009 | 12:27 pm
 
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  • $22,000 for Michelle Wie? Is it worth the price?

    Christian
    19 Nov 2009 | 12:12 pm
    Michelle Wie wen't for a whopping $22,000 on Tuesday night at the LPGA Tour Championship pro-am pairing party.  Michael Maggi, 43, an energy trader from Houston successfully bid $22,000 for the opportunity to play in the Wednesday pro-am with the recent LPGA winner.  Maggi said he figured it would take about $10,000 to secure the winning bid, and he wasn't planning on paying double that.  Wie commented that she figured about fifty bucks would be the winning bid was there to watch the frenzied bidding. She said she couldn’t quite ...

  • Golf, Drugs & Testing

    Christian
    17 Nov 2009 | 9:40 am
    After reading the recent article at Golf.com about how the PGA isn't going to allow Doug Barron a chance to go to Q School after testing positive for testosterone and some beta-blockers, I started thinking about how drug testing on the PGA tour might not be as good of a thing they initially hoped.   I mean look at this guy, he's 40 years old, not a marquee player by any means and has a medical condition that required him to take these "banned" substances in order to lead a healthy ...

  • The 2009 Adidas Ascend Stand Bag Giveaway

    Christian
    13 Nov 2009 | 1:16 pm
    We haven't done any contests or giveaways in quite some time, so we figured it was about time to hook up our loyal readers with a nice piece of golf equipment.  Up for grabs is a 2009 Adidas Ascend Stand Bag, which is a very cool, lightweight bag that you will definitely want to win.  2009 Adidas Ascend Golf Bag       Adidas Ascend 2009 Stand Bag - The Adidas Ascend 2009 Stand Bag features a 10 inch, 6-way compressed nylon top with 4-way full length dividers to minimize club impact. The Ascend ...

  • Mickelson in the lead in Singapore

    Christian
    7 Nov 2009 | 10:20 am
      SHANGHAI (AP) -- Tiger Woods stalled with pars. Phil Mickelson poured it on with birdies. The back nine Saturday at the World Golf Championships-HSBC Champions changed names atop the leaderboard, as Mickelson made three birdies over the last five holes for a 5-under 67 that took him from a two-shot deficit to a two-shot lead over Woods and Nick Watney in the final World Golf Championships event of the year. What didn't change was the excitement level at Sheshan International, especially with what awaits on Sunday. Mickelson and Woods will be in ...

  • Big Break Disney & Andrew Giuliani

    Christian
    29 Oct 2009 | 9:40 am
    For those of you who are following the latest season of the Golf Channel's Big Break, you'll by now have heard of the aspiring PGA Tour player Andrew Giuliani, son of Rudy Giuliani.  You'll also probably have realized that the guy has the gift of gab, and it seems to be rubbing some of his competitors the wrong way (and we're only 3 shows deep).  I've been trying not to get caught up in the "Anti-Andrew" fever that seems to be spreading on the show, but I have to admit that ...
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  • Golf Tournament Planners

    18 Nov 2009 | 6:42 am
    If you are planning a golf tournament in 2010, you probably have already started working on it. If not, you'd better get with it. Most people who have planned tournaments know that if you don't get to your sponsors early in the year, you may miss out on donations. Companies normally put together their donation budgets in January, so get with it. Swing Reminders Golf Tip Tokens are a great tournament gift bag idea. So, I've decided to run a huge special for tournament planners. If you're a tournament planner, drop us an e-mail (info@swingreminders.com) to get the details. I promise it will be…

  • Weekly Swing Reminder - Finish The Swing

    20 Oct 2009 | 2:34 pm
    You’ve probably heard it before, finish the swing. So, what does that mean? It means get your weight to your left sideon your finish. When you finish the swingis your weight on your left foot? (or right if you’re a lefty) If you are off balance and your weight is not on your left side at the finish, you have not finished the swing. Take a few minutes to slowly swing a club and feel the weight transfer from your right to left side. Do you feel it? Now, take that to the range….have a great round.

  • Weekly Swing Reminder - Slow Down

    5 Oct 2009 | 8:46 am
    Have you ever seen someone swing so fast youthought they were going to lose their balance?A fast swing doesn’t equate to fast swing speed orfast ball speed. It’s all about timing. Slow downyour back swing and keep a good tempo. I knowyou’ve done this; take the club back too fast,then decelerate coming through and hit a big chunky shot?Try to visualize going back and through at the samespeed. I’ll bet you have more consistent shots.Have a great round.

  • Swing Reminders Gear

    25 Sep 2009 | 10:23 am
    You can now order Swing Reminders Gear from Cafe Press. Check it out....

  • Weekly Swing Reminder - Straight Back-Straight Through

    24 Sep 2009 | 2:31 pm
    Have you ever thought about taking the club back and through on the same straight line. More than likely youhave heard this hundreds of times. It’s really hard to visualize, but if you think about a set of railroad tracks for your visual aid, you’d be right on track. Visualize your feet/body on one track and your club traveling on the other track. Now do you see it? If your club travels inside or outside the line your shots will be offline. Placing two golf clubs on theground parallel about a foot apart will give you the samelook and it’s a great drill to use on the range. Keep theclub…
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  • Rivalry weekend

    SoCal Bob
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:16 pm
    Over the next two weekends, most of the big college football rivalry games are going to be played. In our house, the big game is always USC / UCLA - and it comes with a twist that always makes for a rather unique viewing experience: I'm for SC :thumbsup:, while my wife (who was led astray by her family as a child) roots for UCLA. :thumbsd: It doesn't matter if we watch the big game by ourselves or with a room full of partisan friends - it gets pretty loud and boisterous. Some years we've gone so far as to run masking tape down the family room floor & declaring SC and UCLA territories, and…

  • Stop & Go

    NorEaster
    20 Nov 2009 | 8:52 am
    How does one keep their rhythm during the course of the round with the stop and go nature of today’s game? At the range, as has been stated on these boards in the past, one can get into a nice rhythm. So another question is how does one train for the eventual stops & the grind of slow play? I have tried to take a few practice swings while waiting but you risk becoming a social outcast & sometimes you risk wearing yourself out. Also, how does one combat boredom and a complete loss of focus? These are issues that plague a good deal of players and it is not one you can go to your local…

  • Sign Ups for Monmouth League!!

    cli59vette
    19 Nov 2009 | 6:39 pm
    Are there guys that live in Middlesex, Monmouth and upper Ocean county that would like to start a leauge for next year. We can structure it like the two big guys that are in north Jersey. I was looking to join them but the far traveling is to much. I figure if we can get 6 guys or better to commit to 10 to 15 outings for next yr (or better) we can meet new people, go out and have fun with some friendly competition. Any one interested!!!

  • Our Kids in Golf

    gatonet
    19 Nov 2009 | 5:44 am
    Hello! I am new to this particular forum. But I just wanted to share a recent experience with my fellow golfers who have children in the game. My wife and I have two teenage daughters. Recently the younger of the two decided to try golf. I am very supportive! She joined the Golf Team at her school. Soon afterward my older daughter joined as well! Needless to say, we were delighted they had chosen to play golf. But my proudest moment, and most emotional, was when I spoke with the Golf Coach. He told me that my younger daughter, when asked why she wanted to play golf, told him she wanted to…

  • Mx-200's or Mx-300's

    allatoonagolf11
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:50 pm
    Hello, I am a golfer that hasnt been playing long that shoots in the low 90's. I am hitting callaway x18r's and im wanting a new set of irons. I am wanting some new irons becuase I want more feel. Also my pro wants me to get my clubs fitted, will since the x18r's are cast you cant get them fitted. I really like both of these irons because they are forgeed and they have good feel and i was wondering what yall think i should do. Please include what you think and your pros and cons. Thanks Evan
 
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  • How to Choke-Proof Your Game

    Frank
    29 Oct 2009 | 8:13 am
    You practice your heart out on the range but can’t take your skills to the course. That’s because you don’t practice and play with the same timing and rhythm, and the problem only gets worse under pressure. You have to practice like you’re going to play, so under pressure you can play the way you’ve been practicing. That’s why NBA players, for example, practice free throws with the same pre-shot ritual they use in real games. You’ll find this in all sports—even dart throwers establish a “1-2-3-Go” ritual in practice, then use it in…

  • Overcoming Distractions

    Frank
    31 Aug 2009 | 7:28 am
    Expert professionals that deal with sports psychology and the mental side of sports agree that the first step to dealing with fear and distractions on the sporting field is to make the conscious decision to recognize that you are indeed in the middle of a stressful situation. Don’t ignore what’s really happening. What you need to do is focus and turn things around. Say something to yourself like the following: “Yes I am a little nervous, but that’s okay it’s just normal. Any golfer facing the same shot on the golf course would feel the same way. It’s…

  • Golf Swing Strength Training

    Frank
    7 Jul 2009 | 7:43 am
    It is no secret that most of the male and female tour players who want to play their best golf, do golf weight-training exercises. There is a HUGE misconception of what and how this type of program should be done. It does not take going into a gym and lifting heavy weights; nor does it take a 2-3 hour daily routine. Golf is a dynamic movement done on your feet. Just sitting in a machine in a “controlled” environment will not improve your swing. The golf swing incorporates most of the muscles of the body in a sequential motion. What works is doing a lot of exercise ‘on your…

  • Perfection: The Golfers Error

    Frank
    25 Jun 2009 | 11:15 am
    Here are 4 Tips for you when you find yourself seeking perfection in your golf game: Identify Strict Expectations That Impede Success. Expectations, especially strict ones such as to hit perfect shots, do more harm than good. Expectations, good or bad, high or low are harmful to performance because they keep you stuck. Placing high expectations on yourself puts you in a win-lose or success-failure situation. If you don’t reach your high expectations, it’s easy to judge your effort as a failure. Setting simple goals is a better option. Set simple manageable goals like hitting a certain…

  • The Basketball “Free Throw” Experiment

    Frank
    16 Jun 2009 | 8:40 am
    A study was conducted on 30 basketball players. 10 were asked to practice one hour daily for a month on specific shots. Another 10 were asked to practice mentallymaking the same shots for an hour each day for a month.  The last 10 were asked not to practice and to do nothing for a month. The results: ·The group that didn’t practice showed no improvement. 
  ·The group that practiced the shots daily saw an improvement of  24%
. ·The group that practiced mentally improved equally 24%!
  They were given one Simple instruction, “Practice mentally making …
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  • Tour Black Mesa Golf Club near Santa Fe, New Mexico

    3 Nov 2009 | 11:30 am
    Click to Play In this older video segment from Golf Life we take a beautiful tour of Black Mesa Golf Club outside Santa Fe, New Mexico in a place called La Mesilla.Formats available: Quicktime (.mov), MPEG-4 Video (.m4v), MPEG-4 Video (.m4v), Flash Video (.flv)contact Michael Billingsley at video@colorado.net

  • Legends Challenge Golf Tournament

    1 Oct 2009 | 8:56 am
    Click to Play Think you have what it takes to play with the pros? Come check out The Legends Challenge, presented by GOLF magazine and exclusive equipment partner Cobra Golf. For more information visit www.LegendsChallenge.com to earn your way into The Legends Challenge Tournament today!Formats available: Quicktime (.mov), Flash Video (.flv)contact Michael Billingsley at video@colorado.net

  • Mizuno 2010 Iron & Wedge Preview

    9 Sep 2009 | 12:40 pm
    Click to Play Back in 1933 the first Mizuno golf clubs went on sale. Now nearly 80 years later, Mizuno is still expanding it's golf equipment world wide. Watch as Inside GOLF Magazine hears what is new for the 2010 Mizuno year. Preview the MX1000 Iron built specifically for the mid to high handicap player. It's spring effect for added distance makes it feel like a driver but with the range of an iron.Formats available: Quicktime (.mov)contact Michael Billingsley at video@colorado.net

  • Increase Power in Your Drive Golf Tip Video

    12 Aug 2009 | 4:59 pm
    Click to Play Increase Power in your drive with this golf tip from GOLF Magazine's "Lighthorse" Harry Cooper in 1968. By making a level hip and shoulder turn at the top of your swing and eliminating it at the bottom you can ensure to get the most power out of your swing path. By making sure your hips bump into your forward foot and changing your center of gravity, this will cause the club to lag and create a whip-like motion. contact Michael Billingsley at video@colorado.net

  • Fix Your Slice Golf Tip Video

    12 Aug 2009 | 4:51 pm
    Click to Play GOLF Magazine's Tom Stickney shows you how to fix your slice with a tip from Paul Segerlund from 1970. Make sure everything is parallel in alignment and then pre-cock your right hip backwards that allows the arms for an end to out swing path. contact Michael Billingsley at video@colorado.net
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  • Deck the Halls With Golf and Holly

    20 Nov 2009 | 3:33 am
    A golf holiday list simply wouldn't be complete without an ornament.The Great Golfin ornament by Angela Moore is beautiful and fun. This unique ornament is hand-blown and hand-painted yet only $10. All of Angela Moore's ornaments are generously sized at 3" in diameter. They are individually packaged in a clear container for easy viewing and solid protection. This is a perfect gift for all your golfing pals, or someone who made your golf season a little extra special this year. These ornaments also make excellent hostess gifts.Bring a little color to the winter with an Angela Moore bracelet…

  • Chasing Daylight

    18 Nov 2009 | 4:14 am
    This past Saturday we were filled with kid activities until a moment of opportunity opened up.Hubbie called at about 2:45 p.m. and said he thought we could make a 3:30 p.m. tee time. "Let's do it!" I said. We knew the course would be dead because OSU was playing Iowa, each vying for the Big Ten title. For the record, I like college football. I just like playing golf more...a lot more.I assumed we would play nine holes before heading to dinner, but when we arrived at the course we realized we might be able to fit in 18 holes before we completely lost daylight. I don't know why that was so…

  • Cincinnatus: Making Golf a Best Seller

    17 Nov 2009 | 3:26 am
    Despite my continued efforts to play golf here in Ohio, I am in complete denial that winter is quickly closing in on me.Yesterday my mom pulled me away from the computer to get some Christmas shopping done. This is kind of an annual shopping trip to the Ohio-grown Bath & Body Works and White Barn Candle Company. We stock up on holiday candles and soaps and lotions. My favorite flavors ran out one year and I haven't let it happen since.With the candle craze of the last few years, I'm pretty sure reporters across the nation will replace the famous interview question, "What's on your iPod?"…

  • All By Myself

    16 Nov 2009 | 3:10 am
    This photo really stinks. It's hard to take a photo of yourself with your iPhone.Many of you know that I like to make up my own golfing songs. Lately I’ve found myself singing Eric Carmen on the course. I much prefer his original song to Celine's remake. So, I hum and sing.All by myselfDon't wanna playAll by myselfAnymore Let’s just say some of my golfing gal pals are not as addicted committed to their games as I am. They think a 55 degree day (sometimes 45 degree) is best spent working, doing laundry, shopping or having lunch. Can you believe that? For me, those things can all be done…

  • Creative Golf Gifts Make the Hit List

    13 Nov 2009 | 3:19 am
    I'm going to have to start stepping up these Friday reviews because I have found some incredible golf gifts that I am really excited to share with everyone. Don't forget you can find all my favorite gifts by clicking on "Heather's Holiday Hits" on my sidebar.My first find today comes from Paris, where Nicholas O'Connell is currently working as a golf architect. I actually gasped when I saw Nicholas's sketches from golf courses in England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. The simplicity of these pencil sketches makes them all the more beautiful and stunning. You can almost see the clouds moving…
 
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    Macali Communications Blog

  • Five New PR & Social Media Measurements

    Kevin Donnellon
    6 Nov 2009 | 7:00 am
    PR and social media accountability is more important than ever, and new measurement ideas are valuable. Metricsman Don Bartholomew recommends five new ideas including: 1. the total value of PR 2. an updated model 3. three zones of measurement 4. new metrics and 5. impact/value and ROI. I appreciate the updated model and new metrics ideas that seem easier to understand and more comprehensive and more integrated than traditional measurements. Specifically, they measure exposure, engagement, influence and action. All can be important in determining a campaign's ROI, and Metricsman…

  • Callaway YouTube Video Keeps Growing; 10 Tips To Improve Video

    Kevin Donnellon
    4 Nov 2009 | 8:00 am
    As promised, I have been tracking the YouTube popularity of the Callaway Golf Amazing video. Two weeks ago, it had 777 views, and now 63,069 views as of this post. That's not huge numbers but that's a 8100% increase. Tell me a mainstream media ad can compete with that. This video works because of humor, relevancy, simple message and subtle but transparent brand identification. Want to improve your viewership? Here are 10 tips on improving your YouTube video content, thanks to Michael Miller, author of YouTube for Business: 1. Be entertaining enough to keep viewers watching the entire…

  • Ford Gets It. Golf Brands Pay Attention!

    Kevin Donnellon
    28 Oct 2009 | 8:00 am
    Plain and simple, Ford gets social media. Golf marketers can learn a lot from Ford. Through its social media hub The Ford Story, the brand combines brand-generated and customer-generated content into a vibrant, compelling and interactive platform. The brand also uses Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Flickr to humanize, connect to all its constituents (retirees, buyers, dealer, suppliers, etc.). Here's why I like Ford's efforts: 1. There's a strategy to integrate its brand messages and consumer needs and interests. 2. It's a central source for the brand's comprehensive social media efforts from…

  • Five Ways to Better Leverage Social Tribes

    Kevin Donnellon
    22 Oct 2009 | 8:00 am
    Brands and organizations are struggling with how to fully harness social media's full potential. They are developing their social media marketing by paying closer attention to "lurkers" and by pursuing important business objectives. Those are two important findings of the Deloitte 2009 Tribalization of Business Study of 400 companies including Fortune 100 organizations. Active users and their community participation were considered top measures of success, Now, brands are paying close attention to "lurkers" -- people who observe the community, but don't participate in the…

  • Amazing Performances Callaway Golf & Five YouTube Tips

    Kevin Donnellon
    20 Oct 2009 | 9:00 am
    I have received this Callaway Golf video from five different people who copied at least ten people. On YouTube, this video has been viewed 777 times as of this posting (it was 450 last night). Talk about viral. I'm going to follow this on YouTube this week, and keep you updated on views and email distribution. Here's some tips for getting more exposure for your YouTube video as suggested by Tamar Weinberg: 1. Forget about the advertising mindset as people will fast forward through them like they do on TV. This Callaway video is being shared because it was simply fun and relevant to the…
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  • Hello World!

    Chris Collins
    7 Nov 2009 | 8:38 am
    Briefly, the goal here is to create a good golf novel.The hope is the game might also be enjoyed this way — with eyes fixed upon a rich moral tale. Golf in the Field of Time tells the story of a 17-year-old’s attempt to scratch out some understanding of his place in this world. It is a quite unsentimental rendering of a youth’s anxieties while traversing the brutally harsh wild. Aspects of The Big Three — Arnold Palmer, Gary Player and Jack Nicklaus — are included in the project, in an imaginative sense, as I wanted to make this something of a giveback from the…

  • Inspiration for — Golf in the Field of Time

    Chris Collins
    6 Nov 2009 | 11:25 pm
    I was living in Cambodia at the time, in the Khmer ghetto surrounding Boeung Kok Lake in Phnom Penh, writing my first short story. I had just finished reading Golf in the Kingdom by Michael Murphy  (the recognized classic of the genre). And I came downstairs from my little rented room hot, wanting to talk to somebody about it. The first person I ran into was Pico Iyer, the well known travel writer. He was in the Same-Same Cafe visiting a mutual friend who ran it, the American monk in his book Lady and the Monk. Pico said he’d heard of Golf in the Kingdom, and knew it was a…
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  • 7 Steps To A Better Golf Swing

    Golf Exercise DVDs
    16 Nov 2009 | 10:33 am
    Achieving a better golf swing is not impossible, but for most high handicap golfers and beginners it seems like a pipe dream. I’ve heard horror stories of golfers spending hundreds, if not thousands of dollars on lessons, equipment, and golf training aids to never see improvement in their swing and game. Man… is that a frustrating position to be in! Would almost want to make you quit the game. I know myself, I have hit thousands of balls, and saw just minor improvement, and it can drive you to drink. Here’s 7 Simple Steps To A Better Golf Swing Grip Posture Ball Position…

  • Off Season Golf Program To Improve Swing Power

    Golf Exercise DVDs
    12 Oct 2009 | 2:18 pm
    Can I ask how your golf season went? Did you see improvement, or where you about the same as the year before? In golf, we all strive to do better, but as statistics our handicaps are not going down. With the off season coming near, it’s time to diagnose our swing inefficiencies and implement a golf swing training program during the winter months, to shoot you into next season with lower scores and longer drives right at the start! The focus of your winter (off season) golf program should be technique, golf swing strength and flexibility. That combination will dramatically improve your…

  • How To Grip A Golf Club

    Golf Exercise DVDs
    6 Oct 2009 | 11:18 am
    I can an eye-opener a couple of months back. I never thought how to grip a golf club would be something I was doing wrong, since I play to a 7 handicap and have literally studied the golf swing. I took a lesson from Geoff Jones in Texarkana, who is a fantastic teacher, and is a huge Hogan believer. The first thing he noticed was my grip on the golf club. It was WAY WRONG! So wrong in fact he said I had no chance at any consistency because I could never get the clubface back to square with such a grip that was not correct. After Geoff showed me how to grip a golf club the proper way, it felt…

  • Sun Mountain 2009 MPB Crossover Carry Golf Bag

    Golf Exercise DVDs
    11 Aug 2009 | 6:18 pm
    Recently I have been in the market for a new bag. Here’s the thing! Here in Arizona unfortunately we cart 99% of the time. So for the past 10 years, I’ve been playing cart golf, but when I visit Oregon (where I’m from) I walk the courses. So the dilemma is I want a bag that can carry all my accessories (phone, wallet, food, etc.), but not be huge and weigh a ton. I came across such a bag, called the Sun Mountain 2009 MPB Crossover Carry Bag. I have not purchased it, but I took a long, hard look at it, and did a review of it. Click on Sun Mountain 2009 PMB Crossover Carry…

  • Taly Mind Set – Good Or Not?

    Golf Exercise DVDs
    10 Aug 2009 | 6:44 pm
    I’ve been hearing a ton about a golf training aid called the Taly Mind Set. Go to any of the top golf forums on the net, and you’ll find plenty of opinions both good and bad, but mostly good. If you are a thrower or a caster of the golf club you should look into it. In order to hit compressed irons that go straight and a consistent distance you must have certain requirements met. Forward leaning shaft. Center face contact. Hands ahead driving through the golf ball. The Taly Mind Set will help you get a better feel for these sensations. I’ve put together a thorough review of…
 
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  • Transition on PGA Tour

    Mark
    17 Nov 2009 | 5:27 am
    The season is winding down. The PGA Tour finished up at Disney and Stephen Ames, the winner, wasn’t the happiest man in Mickey’s Kingdom, Nicholas Thompson was ecstatic after going low Sunday moving from 138 on the money list inside the top 125 and retaining his playing privileges for next year. Without that low round Nicholas would have been traveling the Nationwide Tour with a few stops on the PGA. Big name players who lost their exempt privileges, David Duval, Tim Herron, Billy Mayfair, to name a few, will still see plenty of action through sponsor exemptions. Once you’ve established…

  • PGA First Drug Offender - Doug Barren

    Mark
    4 Nov 2009 | 8:52 am
    Well, they caught a really big fish. Doug Barren has never been a household name until now. He’s the first caught for use of performance enhancing drugs but I’ll bet there have been a few recreational drug users recognized during last year’s drug testing. Professional golfers are a reflection of society, there’s a few boys out here partaking of a few vices, it’s not that big of a deal though. You really don’t hear anyone talking about the drug testing, and I can’t remember seeing the doctor waiting for anyone with a jar after a round. It’s such…

  • Caddy For A Cure Charity

    Mark
    3 Nov 2009 | 9:45 pm
    If you haven’t heard of Caddy for a Cure yet, you likely will this upcoming 2008 PGA TOUR season. As a professional golf fan, a lover of the sport, the family member, friend or associate of a golfer, it’s one of the most exciting opportunities in professional sports to take advantage of. And for those who have already experienced Caddy for a Cure, the planning and anticipation for the next opportunity is filling calendars, conversations and gift lists. So what is all the excitement about? How about having the opportunity to go inside the ropes, side-by-side, with some of the world’s…

  • LPGA CVS Classic, Danville, CA - The Worst Tournament Course Ever

    Mark
    3 Nov 2009 | 8:23 pm
    This is a KK from a few weeks ago that I wasn’t able to send because of techinical reasons. Since I was off last week I thought I’d send it along. Hey all, Kris Tamulus called Monday afternoon asking if I was still interested about working in California. After a little negotiation, she offered to pay for my flight, and I realized the tournament was close enough to some good friends so I could stay with them, I agreed to caddy. I flew in Sunday afternoon, spent a relaxing day with Jim and Lolita and met Kris Monday morning for the pro-am. Nobody told me this was the worst course…

  • PGA Tour Viking Classic - Madison, MS

    Mark
    2 Nov 2009 | 7:44 pm
    PGA Tour Viking Classic – Madison, MS It was a long drive for a Monday pro-am and watching a divots all week. I caught the 11 0’clock ferry Sunday morning and pulled into Annandale CC about 10:30 Monday morning. The pro-am went off as scheduled with carts on path only because of wet conditions; it was the only thing that went off as scheduled all week. We decided, well Willie decided, to walk the course. I was a tired puppy when I showed up at my in-laws by marriage, Brad and Joni Garrison, that night. Rain had been falling on the Jackson, MS area for the last month, and the clay…
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  • myFitnessCaddy blog now on Alltop

    admin
    19 Nov 2009 | 4:47 pm
    We’ve just been notified that we are now included in the ever popular and growing website Alltop. What is Alltop you ask? Think of Alltop as an “online magazine rack” of the web with thousands of sources to provide “aggregation without aggravation.”  Their goal is to enhance your online reading by displaying stories from sources that you’re already visiting plus helping you discover sources that you didn’t know existed. I’ve made my Alltop page my first stop with my morning review of worldwide news, sports, google and gadgets. We are at the end of the golf page (for…

  • New way to follow myFitnessCaddy

    admin
    5 Nov 2009 | 11:42 am
    Ah, new technology, you have got to love it (at times). I am in the process of converting to a more robust backend connection platform called MailChimp. If you want to join the mailing list, get the golf fitness tips, win prizes and connect with your fellow golfers,  here is the new link to do so: More exiting news soon to follow….

  • myFitnessCaddy to hit Hawaii radio airwaves Saturday, October 31 2009

    admin
    31 Oct 2009 | 10:10 am
    Celebrate Halloween with me on the Golf Club Radio Show hosted by Danielle Tucker heard around the island of Hawaii (and around the world) this Saturday, October 31, 2009. UPDATE:  Click here for the link to the radio show We will chat about golf, fitness, the White House and even throw in a few listener prizes. Click the logo for your special workout. Time: Dublin time:  5:00pm Eastern time:  1:00pm Pacific time:  10:00am Hawaii time:  7:00am Stations:  Broadcast Worldwide from Hawaii, Saturday mornings:  7:00am – 8:30am HST KONI FM – 104.7 in Maui, Oahu, Kauai and Hilo…

  • Ted and Life and Fitness Magazine on Dublin radio Thursday 29 Oct at noon

    admin
    28 Oct 2009 | 4:30 pm
    Short notice but wanted to let you know that I will be on the Voice of Dublin 100.3 FM on Thursday 29 October. The segment will be just after the Noon news (that’s 8am Eastern time) with Marty Miller and Dee Woods talking about fitness, how to avoid the holiday weight gain and budget fitness tips. You can listen live on the web at www.realradio.ie.   I will post the segment as soon as possible at www.myFitnessCaddy.com/blog.  Don’t forget to sign up for the updates on that page to follow my travels.  You can also follow me on Twitter (tedvickey) and LinkedIn…

  • Former Executive Director of the White House Athletic Center joins Life and Fitness Magazine in Ireland

    admin
    27 Oct 2009 | 1:42 pm
    One of America’s top fitness management consultants, Ted Vickey has joined the editorial team of Life and Fitness Magazine Ireland.Ted is the former Executive Director of the White House Athletic Center under the Bush, Clinton and George W Bush administrations. He is also a member of the Board of Directors for the American Council on Exercise. He joins the team of Life and Fitness magazine as a contributing editor, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the magazine. Life and Fitness Magazine Ireland Life and Fitness is Ireland’s leading healthy lifestyle magazine and is the…
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  • Correct knee bend in the golf swing

    15 Nov 2009 | 7:00 pm
    In this tutorial, Bobby Eldridge will demonstrate the proper knee movement in doing a golf swing step by step. Bending over the through the hips with the left leg slightly flexed than the right leg is the proper posture in doing a golf swing. No knee movement should be done during the upswing and only after you hit the ball and the golf club pass through your body can the right leg begin to slowly straighten up.

  • Avoiding Obstacles

    8 Nov 2009 | 7:00 pm
    None

  • Keeping your Head Down when doing a Golf Swing

    1 Nov 2009 | 7:00 pm
    In this tutorial, bobby Eldridge will teach you the proper head movement when doing a full swing. Do not turn the head as you do the backswing. Do not turn your head before your hands start to go down and do not keep your head down after you hit the ball. Let the velocity of the hands and arms coming past the golf ball turn you and pull you through

  • Proper Tee Height When Driving

    25 Oct 2009 | 8:00 pm
    In this tutorial, Bobby Eldridge will demonstrate that instead of adjusting the tee height to hit the ball solid on impact you can do two things instead. If you are constantly topping the golf ball you can adjust your posture and bend over a little bit. On the other hand, if you are always hitting the ball underneath you can lift your chin up an inch or two right before you hit the golf ball.

  • Fix Your Golf Swing

    18 Oct 2009 | 8:00 pm
    In thes tutorial, Bobby Eldridge will teach you how to correct your golf swing by determining the direction of your divots. Hit a pile of grass a couple of times and see if the direction of the divots is to the left or right. If it is going to the right it means that your swinging the club too much in to out while if the divots are going to the left it means that you are swinging too much from out to in. To correct, if your divots are going mostly to the left, put the ball back in your stance a little bit. If your divots are going to the right, put the ball a little forward in your…
 
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  • Jesper Parnevik Sues J. Lindberg

    The Common Golfer
    19 Nov 2009 | 7:09 pm
    Jesper Parnevik is suing golf clothier J. Lindberg for not paying for his use in the company’s marketing.  The lawsuit seeks $1.3 million. For years, Parnevik was the primary player on tour for J. Lindberg and at one point was a shareholder in the company.  Stefan Engstrom with J. Lindberg said, “It is sad that it has been like this, but his contract was in 2008. It is not true that we have used him in our marketing. Jesper has been valuable for the company and built up the brand, but our primary name the last five years is a Colombian player Camilo Villegas.” I have done…

  • Royal & Ancient Changes Rule For Watson and Norman

    The Common Golfer
    16 Nov 2009 | 7:03 pm
    After the remarkable performances recently of “older” past champions, the age rules for the British Open have been changed.  The rules change guarantees that Tom Watson, who finished runner-up this year, will be exempt for the next five years.  It also ensure we will see more of Greg Norman, who tied for third in 2008. Today the Royal & Ancient, which governs golf outside of the United States, announced that former champions with a top ten finish will receive a five year exemption.  Prior to the rules change, Watson’s exemption as a past champion would have expired…

  • Casio Exilim EX-FS10 Analyzes Your Golf Swing

    The Common Golfer
    12 Nov 2009 | 7:00 pm
    It’s getting easier to analyze your own golf swing.  Casio’s new Exilim EX-FS10 camera is the first handheld to offer golf swing analysis.  The camera looks at your stance, posture, and swing angles.  It then provides feedback, as shown above. A lot of the details (like price) aren’t out yet.  However, it comes with 9.1 megapixels, 1000 fps burst mode, 720P video recording and 3x optical zoom.  Would you use something like this at the driving range?  I’m wondering if there will be a way to use the camera by yourself, without having someone else photograph your…

  • Only In Japan – Lingerie Doubles As Putting Green

    The Common Golfer
    11 Nov 2009 | 7:38 pm
    This was too good to not pass along.  If your wife/girlfriend is wearing Triumph International Japan’s new “Nice Cup In Bra,” you can practice your putting as soon as she takes her clothes off!  Because that’s what everyone wants to do when their significant other gets naked…right? The artificial grass top, when taken off, unrolls into a 1.5 meter putting mat.  If you make a putt in one of the two holes, built in speakers say “nice putt!”  The bra also includes pockets for storing extra balls and tees, as well as a detachable flag pin that doubles…

  • Golfers Are Litterbugs

    The Common Golfer
    10 Nov 2009 | 6:30 pm
    Perhaps Congress needs to stop focusing on gas-guzzling cars, and start looking at golfers.  Researchers with the Danish Golf Union have discovered it takes 100 to 1,000 years for a golf ball to decompose.  Those numbers are shocking, when you consider that at least 300 million golf balls are lost or abandoned each year in the United States! Personally, I never lose golf balls…but the rest of you hackers are seriously hurting the environment.  The researchers found that during decomposition, the golf balls “dissolved” into hazardous heavy metals.  Dangerous levels of…
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  • Tom Wishon and the Truth About Golf Equipment

    doug
    18 Nov 2009 | 3:00 pm
    I’m a big fan of Tom Wishon. I think he is one of the smartest guys out there. I have a number of his books (he has written 9) including, The Search for the Perfect Golf Club and The Right Sticks: Equipment Myths That Could Wreck Your Golf Game. And I really love his simple, no B.S. delivery. Here are just a few of his fans: “A few years ago, Tom Wishon, with his experience as a designer, helped me understand more about a particular aspect of golf-club performance. With this book, Tom will help you understand the entire field, make good buying decisions, and get the most from your…

  • Is Golf a Waste of Time?

    doug
    15 Nov 2009 | 10:53 am
    Sometimes, yes, it actually feels like a complete waste of time to me. However, at other times golf has become a completely sublime experience. Why is it a waste of time? For me, I like to play golf fairly competitively. Heck, I am not even a single digit handicap (but was very close a few years back) but I have tied enough decent rounds together to know what a good round feels like (my lowest score being a 76). To know the effortless beauty of a golf shot, to actually feel like you have control of your golf ball, to feel that “thud” of solid contact, to make those 6-8 footers…

  • Golf at the Elite Liberty National Golf Club

    doug
    12 Nov 2009 | 6:18 am
    I found this article by Mike Palmer on Liberty National Golf Club and thought you might enjoy it. “When we hopped out of the golf cart on the second tee, we took in one of the most spectacular views on a golf course I’ve ever seen – the Statue of Liberty stood right behind the pin. Beyond that, the entire Manhattan skyline. That’s when my friend, David Galland, turned to me and said: “It’s just another sign that we’re in the declining days of the Empire.” You see, David’s had a theory for years that America’s extravagances and…

  • Golfing the Fox

    doug
    9 Nov 2009 | 12:44 pm
    Anytime you play golf in November in New England you consider it an immense gift from the golf gods. And yesterday I and a few friends played the Crumpin Fox Golf Club on just about a glorious golf day as could be found (temps in lower 70’s). You can see from some of the pics I included that there are not many leaves left on the trees – almost all have fallen. Just a bleak reminder of what’s around the corner for us Northern folks – namely that white powdery stuff (and I’m not talking about drugs!) I DO love this course. It’s not the easiest golf – as…

  • Professional Golf in 2010

    John
    6 Nov 2009 | 12:35 pm
    Looking back at this year in professional golf, can we get some insight into where it might be headed in the next couple of years. 2009 definitely had it’s challenges all around. The global economic crash affected just about everybody everywhere and golf was no exception. While the U.S. PGA tour held it’s own, the LPGA lost sponsorship and it seems the European PGA has begun to fade along with the Dubai Championship purse. Golf is expensive compared to a lot of leisure-time activities. I’m no economist, but I have to say it’s going to be a long time before the job…
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  • Jesper Parnevik Sues J. Lindberg

    The Common Golfer
    19 Nov 2009 | 7:09 pm
    Jesper Parnevik is suing golf clothier J. Lindberg for not paying for his use in the company’s marketing.  The lawsuit seeks $1.3 million. For years, Parnevik was the primary player on tour for J. Lindberg and at one point was a shareholder in the company.  Stefan Engstrom with J. Lindberg said, “It is sad that it has been like this, but his contract was in 2008. It is not true that we have used him in our marketing. Jesper has been valuable for the company and built up the brand, but our primary name the last five years is a Colombian player Camilo Villegas.” I have done…

  • Royal & Ancient Changes Rule For Watson and Norman

    The Common Golfer
    16 Nov 2009 | 7:03 pm
    After the remarkable performances recently of “older” past champions, the age rules for the British Open have been changed.  The rules change guarantees that Tom Watson, who finished runner-up this year, will be exempt for the next five years.  It also ensure we will see more of Greg Norman, who tied for third in 2008. Today the Royal & Ancient, which governs golf outside of the United States, announced that former champions with a top ten finish will receive a five year exemption.  Prior to the rules change, Watson’s exemption as a past champion would have expired…

  • Casio Exilim EX-FS10 Analyzes Your Golf Swing

    The Common Golfer
    12 Nov 2009 | 7:00 pm
    It’s getting easier to analyze your own golf swing.  Casio’s new Exilim EX-FS10 camera is the first handheld to offer golf swing analysis.  The camera looks at your stance, posture, and swing angles.  It then provides feedback, as shown above. A lot of the details (like price) aren’t out yet.  However, it comes with 9.1 megapixels, 1000 fps burst mode, 720P video recording and 3x optical zoom.  Would you use something like this at the driving range?  I’m wondering if there will be a way to use the camera by yourself, without having someone else photograph your…

  • Only In Japan – Lingerie Doubles As Putting Green

    The Common Golfer
    11 Nov 2009 | 7:38 pm
    This was too good to not pass along.  If your wife/girlfriend is wearing Triumph International Japan’s new “Nice Cup In Bra,” you can practice your putting as soon as she takes her clothes off!  Because that’s what everyone wants to do when their significant other gets naked…right? The artificial grass top, when taken off, unrolls into a 1.5 meter putting mat.  If you make a putt in one of the two holes, built in speakers say “nice putt!”  The bra also includes pockets for storing extra balls and tees, as well as a detachable flag pin that doubles…

  • Golfers Are Litterbugs

    The Common Golfer
    10 Nov 2009 | 6:30 pm
    Perhaps Congress needs to stop focusing on gas-guzzling cars, and start looking at golfers.  Researchers with the Danish Golf Union have discovered it takes 100 to 1,000 years for a golf ball to decompose.  Those numbers are shocking, when you consider that at least 300 million golf balls are lost or abandoned each year in the United States! Personally, I never lose golf balls…but the rest of you hackers are seriously hurting the environment.  The researchers found that during decomposition, the golf balls “dissolved” into hazardous heavy metals.  Dangerous levels of…
 
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