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The 2016 Ryder Cup – Is It All About The Rookies?

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Let the games begin! The 2016 Ryder Cup is about to start and social media is on fire with all the predictions. Depending on which side of the ocean you are standing, your choice of victor is different. All I know is that some great golf will be played, emotions will run high, and at the end one team will be celebrating and the other….well….that is a discussion for another day.

The Ryder Cup will be played at Hazeltine National Golf Club, Chaska, Minn., USA. This is a fun track and since 1966 it has hosted 9 prestigious tournaments that include the US Open, US Women’s Open, PGA Championship, and 2 amateur events. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, this 7628 yard track will test the mental and physical limits of all 24 players. With this in mind, who do you see running around like kids at recess at the end?

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Thank You Mr. Palmer – RIP

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I really do not have much to say about the passing of this golfing legend.

Rest in Peace Arnold!
You were one of the greatest!

You are gone, but never forgotten!

 

The Extra Gear in Golf

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Do you have the ability to step up your game for a short period in the attempts to improve your score? As I watch some of the pros focus on their rounds, it seems that, in some instances, they can reach deep and squeeze out the extra 25 yards off the tee or an extra 15 yards with their wedge on an approach shot. Am I crazy or what?

I know that in some sports that extra shot of adrenaline will make a player run faster, jump higher or perform feats of strength. I have always accepted these amazing movements as a part of sports, but I was never convinced that golfers had that ability. Now, I am not so sure.

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Good Golf Reads of the Week

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Normally, The Grateful Golfer is all about original content. I think that is why most readers stop by and is the foundation of my golf blog. However, sometimes it is important to share other articles and to give credit where credit is due. So I thought I would highlight some of the interesting, fun and edgy golf articles worth reading.

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Walking 27 Holes in Golf

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Not the brightest decision of my golfing season. On Wednesday past, I did just that….I walked 27 holes carrying my clubs. I have carried for 18 holes plenty of times, but 27 holes, very rarely. As I looped the course, I realized that carrying clubs for 6 hours is not an easy feat.

As I was entering my 5th hour, I started to think about the benefits and necessities of carrying a golf bag for so long. As I thought about it later, I realized a couple of important tips that might be of use to everyone. You never know who is going to want to loop 27 holes carrying their golf bag.

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