The 2016 Ryder Cup – Day 2

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Day 2 of the 2016 Ryder Cup did not disappoint. Unfortunately, I did not see much, but reviewing all the action, I missed quite a bit. I am not surprised to see the US Team still up by 3, but it took an outstanding effort on Saturday afternoon to get there. They rallied when needed and their performance was unexpected by many golfing fans.

The match-ups were solid and the Team Captains did their job. The players executed as expected, however, Team USA rose to the occasion on Saturday afternoon and now need only 5 points to win their first Ryder Cup since 2008! Saturday was as exciting as moving day at the Majors! Continue reading →

The 2016 Ryder Cup – Day 1

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What an exciting first day! The US team came out on fire in the morning and the European team quickly responded in the afternoon. With at 5 to 3 lead, the US team is poised to extend their lead today. However, I am not convinced it will be that early.

The first day had some controversy and plenty of great play. If you believe everything read or heard then more unconventional excitement will be delivered during the Saturday foursomes and four ball. Continue reading →

THE 2016 RYDER CUP – PREDICTION

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The Ryder Cup is finally here. The players are ready, the media has created a frenzy, and the fan’s are ready. The European and US teams are all decked out in the cool duds as they tee it up this morning. Question now remains, who is going to reach 14 1/2 points first to claim the Ryder Cup? Continue reading →

The 2016 Ryder Cup – Advice

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It is difficult to imagine what is going through the mind of the players preparing for the Ryder Cup. Each will have their own methods of preparing for the most famous team competition in golf! Regardless of how they prepare, it is important that on Friday morning, they bring their A game.

Reading many articles on the Ryder Cup, I can honestly say that there is plenty of ‘white noise’ that might be a distraction to the competitors. Keeping the players focused is the heavy task of the Team Captain and the Vice Captains. Chosen for their experience and understanding of what the players are going through, they will likely offer sage advice, however it is ultimately the job of the players to step up and play well.

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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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