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April 10, 2008
2008 MASTERS Websites, Links, and Live Video Filed under THE MASTERS
Here are a few sites I'll be visiting during the next few days... Boy, it's hard to believe that the Masters is already here...
- Live Video and Scoring at the Official Site: Masters.org
- Tony is doing his normal great coverage over at "Hooked on Golf Blog"
- TV Listings at Golf.com
- Always one of my favorites during Masters week is Augusta.com
- Nice Leaderboard here at the PGATour's Masters Site
Must Reads: The Sand Trap | GolfBlogger | Golf Punk
Enjoy!
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April 9, 2008
Masters Video: The Par 3 Contest Filed under THE MASTERS
It's Masters time,so I couldn't stay away from posting. More on what I've been up to for the last few months later, but for now enjoy this great clip about the Masters Par 3 Contest.
See also: Live Masters Video Post
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August 1, 2007
Paula Creamer and the girls take on St. Andrews Filed under TOUR NEWS
If a picture tells a thousand words, then the photo below of Paula Creamer doing a cartwheel in front of the famous Swilcan Bridge tells us that the girls are ready to rock the Royal and Ancient right out of St. Andrews.
St. Andrews, where until recently, a sign hung outside the clubhouse behind the 18th green that read, “No dogs or women allowed”, hosts the Women's British Open for the first time in history.
Links: A New Day at St. Andrews Golf Course [NY Times]
Old Course has some surprises for first Women's British Open [Herald Tribune]
2007 Women's British Open Information [LPGA.com]
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July 29, 2007
Gublis gets her first win; Compared to Kournikova nevermore Filed under TOUR NEWS
Way back on March 9, 2005, I wrote: "She may be interested in photo shoots and improving her Q-rating but not at the expense of her golf. She's got game, and it looks like she's got heart... only time will tell if she can be a champion." [link: Gulbis: Calendar queen or golf ball-striking machine?]
That was in reference to Natalie Gulbis, who at the time was being compared to Anna Kournikova for being all show and no go.
Today, Natalie Broke through by winning her first LPGA Tour title at the Evian Masters with a birdie on the first hole of a playoff with Jang Jeong of South Korea on Sunday. Gulbis, who won $450,000, gave part of the credit for her win to a back injury two months ago that forced her to take a month off and make some adjustments.
Way to go Natalie! We knew you had it in you... Now that you're an LPGA winner, you can shoot as many swimsuit calendars as you wish and no one can complain.
Link: Masterful Gulbis [ESPN.com]
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July 25, 2007
My Favorite Training Aid: The Leadbetter SwingSetter Filed under TRAINING TOOLS
Golf's best selling training aid worldwide, David Leadbetter's SwingSetter can help you with the most important elements of the golf swing. Grip, Plane, Tempo and Release.
To purchase the Leadbetter SwingSetter or any of David's Training Aids: Click Here [Leadbetter Online Store]
This is a product I have used for over a year now and still think it is the single best way to get back on track or understand the basics of a proper golf swing. As regular readers know, I've always been a big fan of Leadbetter products, but the SwingSetter is my favorite. My wife could do without all the click-clacking, but it's an almost addictive feeling once you get into a nice groove.
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Want to improve your golf game? $5,000 can get you there. Filed under INSTRUCTION
In what is certainly the golfing opportunity of a lifetime, golfers (6 of them) will have the opportunity to get hands-on training from the godfather of golf instruction David Leadbetter.
As part of a promotion for the David Leadbetter Golf Academy location at the luxurious Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, David will host an exclusive six-person TWO-DAY RETREAT on Tuesday, August 21st and Wednesday, August 22nd of 2007.
The package (available to the first 6 students who reserve a spot) costs $5,000 and will cover all aspects of the game, including all areas of the short game. Extensive video and computer analysis will be utilized and instruction will be custom tailored to each individual's personal swing.
Each participant will receive a gift package, a specific plan for ongoing improvement on a personal take home DVD, lunch each day with David and his staff, and a five-star dinner experience on Tuesday, August 21st in the company of David Leadbetter.
This guy has tutored players to over a dozen major championships and more than 100 worldwide tour wins, so while $5,000 sounds steep it also sounds real intriguing.
Maybe Mrs. BogeyMan can consider it as an early 40th birthday present for her favorite hubby.
Link: Attention All Golfers [DavidLeadbetter.com]
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July 23, 2007
Padraig Harrington fails in his bid to join Van de Velde Filed under BOGEY RANTS
Harrington (leading by a stroke) takes driver off the tee, puts two in the water and still wins the Open Championship.
Can we now please put Jean Van de Velde's meltdown to rest? The 18th at Carnoustie is tough and no lead is safe (sort of like Fenway Park), Harrington overcame a catastrophy and won, Van de Velde's was more of a circus, but not that much different from Harrington's.
Cheers to Padraig Harrington, 2007 Golf Champion!
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July 21, 2007
Crazy Theory? Do clothes make the player? Filed under GOLF APPAREL
Silly as this may sound, I was talking to friend at lunch yesterday about how I thought Sergio Garcia (who at the time had just finished up his second round and remained in the lead at -6) looked like he was serious about this week and that is was nice to see him in more mature looking apparel. "He finally looks like a golfer who could win a major", I said.
While I like the crazy and trendy look sported by some of the tour's younger players, it seems as though those guys never break through because they are worried more about style than substance.
So when Sergio comes out on the final day of a major wearing canary yellow from head to toe, I have to wonder how serious he can be taken or how serious he is taking himself... and sure enough after 5 holes he's already out of contention. Coincidence? I think not.
This morning, TNT shows Sergio warming up in this ridiculous outfit. Trendy, yes. Conducive to taking on the world's best and holding a lead at the Open Championship? Probably not.
I could be wrong (and I hope I am), but I think Sergio drops 6 shots and will be lucky to be at even after today's round.
UPDATE (11:30am) - OK, after nine holes Sergio is -2 and -8 for the tournament, so maybe my theory is wrong... or maybe it's because he's covered up those heinous red pants with black rain pants? Hmmm....
UPDATE (2:00pm) - Sergio stands atop the leaderboard 3 strokes ahead of Steve Stricker (who went an amazing -7 today). So much for my theory, but then again, he was wearing black rain pants all day that covered up the blood red pants.
What color will he show up with tomorrow. A simple black, white, brown or navy? Think again, I'm sure it will be a bright blue, green or maybe even pink? Cheers to Sergio... I hope he gets his first major tomorrow.
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July 19, 2007
2007 British Open TV Times Filed under TOUR NEWS
Here is the latest on TV times for British Open coverage
(all times eastern US):
Thursday (TNT 7am - 7pm)
Friday (TNT 7am - 7pm)
Saturday (TNT 7:00am-9:00am) (ABC 9:00am-2:30pm)
Sunday (TNT 6:00am-8:00am) (ABC 8:00am-1:30am)
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Carnoustie looking fair as Open Championship begins Filed under TOUR NEWS
It Open Time and we're looking forward to some high-def golf goodness on the telly.
There has been a sense, at least before the first official shot was struck, that this Carnoustie is a softer one than in 1999.
“Very fair,” said Jim Furyk, among the favorites this week.
2007 Open Championship Live Scoring [PGAtour.com]
Open Coverage: Golf.com | Golf Digest | ESPN |
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June 19, 2007
Tiger Woods becomes a dad Filed under BOGEY RANTS
Congrats to Tiger Woods and his wife on the birth of their daughter Sam Alexis Woods.
I don't know what it feels like to win the Masters but I do know that it can't top the feeling I have every morning when a look over my daughters crib and she looks up, recognizes me and lights up with a big smile.
Perspective will change for Tiger, but I don't think it will affect his golf in a negative way.
Tiger's comments (from TigerWoods.com) can be found after the jump.
Link: Tiger Woods' wife gives birth to first child - Reuters
Continue reading "Tiger Woods becomes a dad"
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June 17, 2007
US OPEN: Eye of the Tiger or Bad to the Bone? Filed under TOUR NEWS
Eye of the Tiger or Bad to the Bone? Tiger Woods and Aaron Baddeley will be the final group out in today's US Open, but will they be able to fend off Oakmont and the rest of the field and give us an unforgettable finish? Or will someone from the field emerge with a low score and then sit in the clubhouse and watch Tiger and Badds try and catch them?
One thing's for sure and that is that anything can happen. Enjoy the show...
More: Tiger flirts with near perfection but settles for 69 [PGA]
Baddeley leads, Woods stalks [NewsDay]
Woods coming on strong in U.S. Open [IHT]
Aaron Baddeley Leads the Open, but the Story Is Still Tiger Woods [AOL FanHouse]
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June 15, 2007
Golf Blog World Continues to Grow Abroad Filed under BOGEY RANTS
Welcome to another fine golf blog!
I've add UK Golf Blog to our blogroll and invite any other golf blogs to write us in request of a link exchange. You can reach us at staff[at]ilounge.tv
Here's a little secret for our friends at UKgolfBlog... BogeyMan is secretly pulling for a Euro to take home the US Open. Hey, Tiger and Phil are getting on my nerves and if Ben Curtis can take home a Claret Jug than why not have a Dougherty or Poulter go home with whatever the US Open trophy is called?
I'm just saying.
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June 14, 2007
TV Schedule: 2007 Men's U.S. Open - Live from Oakmont Filed under TOUR NEWS
Here's the TV Schedule for this week's Men's U.S. Open ... Tee 'em up and hit 'em well gentlemen!
Thursday
ESPN 10am-3pm
NBC 3pm-5pm
ESPN 5pm-7pm
Friday
ESPN 10am-3pm
NBC 3pm-5pm
ESPN 5pm-7pm
Saturday
NBC 1pm-7pm
Sunday
NBC 1pm-7pm
If an 18–hole playoff is necessary on Monday, ESPN will begin coverage at noon, with NBC picking up play at 2 p.m.
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June 6, 2007
Wie Watch: Things are heating up and not in the good way... Filed under BOGEY RANTS
The Lounge has never had a problem with cat fights, but when the scuffle involves the first lady of golf (Annika Sorenstam) and the gonna-be-great Michelle Wie, we are inclined to look the other way.
This isn't the kind of controversy that raises interest and increases ratings... No, this is the kind of awkward situation that exposes the ugly side of professional sports - full of out-of-touch athletes parents, greedy agents and enabling sponsors.
Annika is no angel, but she has the results and history to back up what she says. Michelle Wie, on the other hand, continues to come off as an arrogant, immature and spoiled kid (which is expected of a 17-year-old).
The problem with Camp Wie isn't the star, it's the people who should be giving her guidance and helping her go from unpolished kid to adult professional. If her agent, father, mother, public relations handler and sponsors really cared about Michelle, they would hand her her ass after some the responses she has been giving the media regarding her latest controversy.
"I don't really feel like I have to apologize for anything. I just have to take care of my body and move forward and only think of positive things." - Michelle Wie
Continue reading "Wie Watch: Things are heating up and not in the good way..."
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May 31, 2007
Michelle Wie - From Prodigy to Sideshow Act? Filed under BOGEY RANTS
A recent internet search for the definition to "sideshow" rendered the following response: Sideshow - A diversion or spectacle that is incidental to a larger set of circumstances or a bigger issue of concern.
Is there a better way to describe Michelle Wie and what has quickly gone from a promising career to a letdown of biblical proportions?
Today, she withdrew after 16 holes with a +14 score... just a two more strokes over par and she would have been banned from LPGA tour events for a full year.
What is going on? Here are a few opinions.
1. Her parents are pushing her too hard.
2. Nike is pushing her too hard.
3. She is using the injury as a safety net for when she doesn't perform.
4. Deep down, she is rebelling against her pop by performing poorly.
5. She should go to college and continue to practice and come back in two years.
6. She should focus on dominating the LPGA before trying to prove anything else.
7. She needs to grow up but can't until number one stops being a factor.
I hope Michelle "recovers" in time for next week's LPGA Championship at Bulle Rock. I thoroughly enjoyed watching her during the event last year when she contended into the final day.
Michelle Wie still has the potential to become one of the greatest athletes we'll ever see. I just hope she doesn't have to reach rock bottom in order to get to the top.
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