Atypical for the Grateful Golfer, I have not written for a while. With all going on in my life, I was less than motivated to write something. Well that changed tonight when I was checking my comments and Kevin (an avid reader and supporter of the Grateful Golfer) sent me something that brought back the writing juices and an interest in writing about golf. Thanks Kevin, I appreciate the support. So, keep reading and I hope this article brings a smile to your face! Continue reading
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A Hole In One on Opening Day!
How would you like to start your 2018 golf season with a hole in one? I know I sure would! My friend Jeff did that exact thing. Although our season has not started, Jeff’s home course of Paragon Golf and Country Club opened yesterday and he took full advantage of playing golf as early as possible. Continue reading
The Masters is Here!
It is difficult to share any sage advice to anyone teeing it up today at Augusta National. I, for one, am excited to watch the best in the world battle head to head. How about you?
Are Golf Fans Getting Out of Control?
Justin Thomas was another of recent golf professionals who have had enough of boisterous fans stepping over the line. The slow increase in rowdiness by the gallery at golf tournaments is grating on some professionals and they are having fans removed. Unlike other sports like team football, hockey and baseball, golf is a supposed to be a gentlemen’s game where focused heckling should not be tolerated. Except for the 16th hole at the Waste Management Phoenix Open, fans are expected to maintain a certain level of decorum while on the course. On the weekend past, Justin Thomas felt that one fan had sprinted past that level. Hence, the fan went home early. Continue reading
The 2018 Masters
Is it too early to be thinking about the 2018 Masters. Generally, this is the time of year that I get anxious for the first Major of the golfing season. It is cold, there is lots of snow and the courses will be open in less than two months. I need something to look forward too. How about you? Continue reading
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