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 |  | | July 12th, 2010 | Volume 502 Issue 84 | The Inside Scoop on the World of Golf | |  | Birdie Blitz
Hard to believe that anyone could be even mildly disappointed with shooting 26 under par in a 4 round tournament, but after 3 days of torching the TPC John Deere course with birdies, that’s exactly how Steve Stricker felt. Stricker made an incredible 27 birdies in his first 54 holes(yep, half birdies in three rounds, wow), and “only” made 4 on Sunday. Nevertheless, for the first time in his career, Stricker successfully defended a PGA Tour title and has some great momentum going into this week’s Britisht St. Andrews. Having played TPC Deere Run earlier this spring, I can tell you that seeing what the pros shot at that course this week truly makes you appreciate how good these guys really are. The TPC course has trouble on both sides on nearly every hole, and for the average golfer is quite the challenge. Thinking about 26 under par winning the tournament and just the 4th PGA Tour round of 59 in history being recorded this past week after having played there is incredible! It was an exciting tournament to watch, and Goydos’ 59 has given the game some much needed buzz heading into the season’s third major. Should be a great week of golf. | |
|  | A Great Day For Paula
The second happiest person at Oakmont yesterday was LPGA commissioner Mike Whan. The LPGA had been languishing since Annika Sorenstam and Lorena Ochoa retired. No big stars, endorsements going elsewhere, and tournaments being canceled. Then along comes a pretty, perky, 23-year-old blonde that ripped up the same venue the boys played several years ago. Paula Creamer is just what the game needs. She’s poised, polished and very mature for her young age (see Michelle Wie for the other extreme). She is also a fiery competitor that does not like to lose. Her 9th win on Tour and her first major puts her ahead of schedule all the greats of the LPGA. I hope she keeps it up, heck, I might even switch to a pink ball. |
|  | Johnny Miller Lite
It was a great day for the LPGA and Paula Creamer as she was crowned the Women’s U.S.Champion. Watching the telecast, I was wondering what happened to the normally candid Johnny Miller. There were no “choke” comments, no trashing of the world’s #1 Cristie Kerr, as she went from contention to 9 over in the final round by missing every putt within 6 feet. I was wondering who I was listening to as he continued to marvel at the accuracy of the women’s 250 yard drives. I really don’t enjoy the smug, self-righteous Johnny that shows up at every PGA event. I don’t really care for the “Johnny Miller nice” that showed up at the Women’s U.S.either. |
|  | Midseason Review
Yes, hard to believe it, but the golf year is over half completed. In general, the year has been a disappointment. This was supposed to be the year golf “got it back”. The U.S.t Pebble, a strong Masters field, and lots of new golfers coming into the game. In reality, a guy named Graeme won the U.S. more focus is still on Tiger’s personal life than on his on course performance, and bad weather and the economy are keeping new golfers away. It is expected that close to 1000 golf courses will close within the next 5 years due to lack of revenues. In the meantime, it’s a great time to be a golfer. In all my years in the industry I can never remember a time when there were so many great deals on equipment and green fees. Let’s hope this week’s Britishis a barn burner, and in the meantime, buy a new driver and play some more…..for the good of the game. |
|  | Playing Tip
One of the most common mistakes that amateurs make on the greens is failing to keep their head still while putting. Not keeping your head still means that an unnecessary weight shift or extraneous movement is occurring, which can be detrimental to your putting result and consistency. The best way to improve on this fault is to practice putting while keeping your head down until the ball has finished rolling. Sound easy? Go try it; if you’ve never practiced like this before, it’s more difficult than you think. Putting with your head down and still throughout your stroke allows your shoulders and arms to swing more freely, and keeps the unwanted wrists and hands from making a jabby stroke. It’s a simple way to improve the most important part of your game, so go give it a try today. |
|  | Trivia Question: Steve Stricker won the John Deere Classic on Sunday, recording an amazing 31 birdies for the 72 hole tournament, putting him 1 birdie short of the all-time birdie mark for a PGA Tour event. One of the record holders of 32 birdies made in a single tournament was Paul Gow during the 2001 B.C. Can you name the other player to make 32 birdies in a single PGA Tour event? A) John Huston
B) Phil Mickelson
C) Mike Souchak
D) Mark Calcavecchia
For the Answer |
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July 12th, 2010
Volume 502 Issue 84
The Inside Scoop on the World of Golf
Birdie Blitz
Hard to believe that anyone could be even mildly disappointed with shooting 26 under par in a 4 round tournament, but after 3 days of torching the TPC John Deere course with birdies, thats exactly how Steve Stricker felt. Stricker made an incredible 27 birdies in his first 54 holes(yep, half birdies in three rounds, wow), and only made 4 on Sunday. Nevertheless, for the first time in his career, Stricker successfully defended a PGA Tour title and has some great momentum going into this weeks Britisht St. Andrews. Having played TPC Deere Run earlier this spring, I can tell you that seeing what the pros shot at that course this week truly makes you appreciate how good these guys really are. The TPC course has trouble on both sides on nearly every hole, and for the average golfer is quite the challenge. Thinking about 26 under par winning the tournament and just the 4th PGA Tour round of 59 in history being recorded this past week after having played there is incredible! It was an exciting tournament to watch, and Goydos 59 has given the game some much needed buzz heading into the seasons third major. Should be a great week of golf.
A Great Day For Paula
The second happiest person at Oakmont yesterday was LPGA commissioner Mike Whan. The LPGA had been languishing since Annika Sorenstam and Lorena Ochoa retired. No big stars, endorsements going elsewhere, and tournaments being canceled. Then along comes a pretty, perky, 23-year-old blonde that ripped up the same venue the boys played several years ago. Paula Creamer is just what the game needs. Shes poised, polished and very mature for her young age, (see Michelle Wie for the other extreme). She is also a fiery competitor that does not like to lose. Her 9th win on Tour and her first major puts her ahead of schedule all the greats of the LPGA. I hope she keeps it up, heck, I might even switch to a pink ball.
Johnny Miller Lite
It was a great day for the LPGA and Paula Creamer as she was crowned the Womens U.S.Champion. Watching the telecast, I was wondering what happened to the normally candid Johnny Miller. There were no choke comments, no trashing of the worlds #1 Cristie Kerr, as she went from contention to 9 over in the final round by missing every putt within 6 feet. I was wondering who I was listening to as he continued to marvel at the accuracy of the womens 250 yard drives. I really dont enjoy the smug, self-righteous Johnny that shows up at every PGA event. I dont really care for the Johnny Miller nice that showed up at the Womens U.S.either.
Midseason Re
Yes, hard to believe it, but the golf year is over half completed. In general, the year has been a disappointment. This was supposed to be the year golf got it back. The USt Pebble, a strong Masters field, and lots of new golfers coming into the game. In reality, a guy named Graeme won the US more focus is still on Tigers personal life than on his on course performance, and bad weather and the economy are keeping new golfers away. It is expected that close to 1000 golf courses will close within the next 5 years due to lack of revenues. In the meantime, its a great time to be a golfer. In all my years in the industry I can never remember a time when there were so many great deals on equipment and green fees. Lets hope this weeks Britishis a barn burner, and in the meantime, buy a new driver and play some more..for the good of the game.
Playing Tip
One of the most common mistakes that amateurs make on the greens is failing to keep their head still while putting. Not keeping your head still means that an unnecessary weight shift or extraneous movement is occurring, which can be detrimental to your putting result and consistency. The best way to improve on this fault is to practice putting while keeping your head down until the ball has finished rolling. Sound easy? Go try it; if youve never practiced like this before, its more difficult than you think. Putting with your head down and still throughout your stroke allows your shoulders and arms to swing more freely, and keeps the unwanted wrists and hands from making a jabby stroke. Its a simple way to improve the most important part of your game, so go give it a try today.
Trivia Question: Steve Stricker won the John Deere Classic on Sunday, recording an amazing 31 birdies for the 72 hole tournament, putting him 1 birdie short of the all-time birdie mark for a PGA Tour event. One of the record holders of 32 birdies made in a single tournament was Paul Gow during the 2001 B.C. Can you name the other player to make 32 birdies in a single PGA Tour event?
A) John Huston
B) Phil Mickelson
C) Mike Souchak
D) Mark Calcavecchia
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