I want to congratulate Padraig Harrington for being announced as the Team Europe Captain in 2020. Harrington joins the ranks of classy leaders who have led their team to resounding success over the past 10 Ryder Cups. He is a great choice and will bring that special something that teams need to continue winning. Continue reading
Returning Found Golf Clubs – It Is The Right Thing To Do!
During one of my few rounds last year, I left my 56º Vokey sand wedge on one of the holes. I only realized I lost it on the 18th hole and had no clue about how far back I left this valuable club. After putting out, I immediately headed to the proshop and to my dismay it had not been turned in. So, I put the rest of my clubs in the car and was about to start my search. My plan was to work backwards and talk to all the players I met. Fortunately, I never had to start because the group behind us and found my precious treasure and asked in the parking lot if it was mine. Whew! That was close. Unfortunately, many players are not as fortunate. Continue reading
A Golf Fix From Those Who Travel
There are lots of golf blogs and sites to see awesome pictures of golf courses. Although they provide a much needed service for those of us living in northern climes, I really do not have much of a connection to them. However, when friends send me pictures, I have a connection through them to the course and generally show more interest. Recently, a couple of friends sent me some pictures that I thought I would share. Continue reading
Shanking A Golf Ball
Have you ever shanked a golf ball? You also know it as a hosel rocket! I can tell you that it is not fun and very disconcerting for a player of my level. However, no matter your skill level, it happens. All I know is that when it does, I stand is disbelief and look at the club as if it is its fault. But what happens if hit happens twice on the same hole? Continue reading
What Is My Next Move To Lower My Golf Scores
My main objective this year is to shoot every round under 80. With any luck I will shoot a few rounds in the 60s as well. Of course, this is my ultimate goal and the reality of the matter is it likely will be tough to accomplish. But I figure there is no reason why I cannot set the goal and try to achieve it. It has worked in the past for other goals, so why not this one.
Having set the goal, the next question is what am I going to do different to make this happen? Continue reading
The Grateful Golfer 