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British Open…You Bet.

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charl-club-1-1-590x442Literally. Every year  golf goes back to it’s motherland for a stop along the tour. Not just any stop but a major. Which I’m sure we all know. The opportunities to win some serious money and a major fuels these golfers to give it their all.

Since I’m on the topic of winning, I recently came across something interesting for any of you that like to bet on golf. Now we all know it’s the return of the Open Championship and mybettingsites.co.uk have put together a list of promotions from betting sites. It never ceases to amaze me what people can gamble on. For instance, betting that an Englishman will not win the British Open.

After watching a bit of it yesterday, it was quite entertaining! I couldn’t stop laughing when Charl Schwartzel threw his club and broke it. Not for nothing, he was hitting out of some serious caliche, but come on man, there’s no reason to throw a club when you’re a professional. I guess emotions fly high during times like this. I wouldn’t know for sure, the only thing I know about majors is what I took up in college for 8 years. It was actually 6 with a break in between…hey at least I finished.

I might watch more today. The course looked great yesterday and I’m looking forward to seeing what’s in store today. Now, if I just could figure out who’s going to win…

Hit’em long…yell FORE!!!

Golfing One Over On The Man…

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Time for a skip day at work? The golf course is calling...
Time for a skip day at work? The golf course is calling…

If you tell me you have never skipped work, a family function or some sort of event you were invited to for a golf fix, you’re a big fat liar. Come on man, you can lie to your parents not to your friends. I believe 99.9% of golfers have done this at some point. The remaining .1% golf for a living and that doesn’t count. It’s almost a rite of passage and blatant proof of our passion for the game…sport, whatever.

Ok, so you still swear you never did it but find it intriguing and want to partake in this ritual. First thing, grow a set. Secondly, stick it to the man and get out there in all your hacking glory. If you get caught you are on your own. Remember, united we stand divided we fall and nobody likes a rat.

Still having second thoughts, are we? How about this, hop on to the ol’ world wide web and check out some fun golf games. Pick one of them and start playing. If you find yourself a little paranoid the boss will catch you, watch the movie “Office Space” for some inspiration and try again. If you get the feeling you are living on the edge and like it, kick it up a notch and carpe diem.

Please do understand that this is meant for entertainment and in no way do we condone risking your job or relationship because you are chicken. Ultimately, it is our jobs we love so much that allow us to pay for golf and putting that in jeopardy is foolish. Speaking of jobs, the late Steve Jobs once said “Stay foolish.”

Hit’em long…yell FORE!!!

Music To A Golfer’s Ear…

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usa-flag-9Wide open, as in “The course is wide open today.” I’m sure most golfers are always on the look out for the best time to play. Unfortunately, there are some that can only play once in a while and  it’s during peak hours. But, if you are like me, I search for optimal times (and deals) and note them for future use. For example, yesterday, we squeezed in a quick nine between hot dogs, beers and fireworks. Before heading out we called to see if they were open and they were. We proceeded to ask “Are you busy today?” Their reply, just as the title hints, “We are wide open today. Only 2 groups out there.”

Sweet! I think I just found one of those notable times to go golfing. Yeah I know it was the 4th of July but man it was great! We were hitting 2 or 3 balls off every tee…got our money’s worth! It was also a bit weird too. Not a person in sight. It almost felt as if we snuck on when they were closed. Not for nothing, why were they even open?  Three groups all day does not bode well for the bottom line. I’m guessing it would be cheaper to stay closed.

This also makes me wonder about golfing on holidays in general. Come to think of it, in all my years of golfing I might have went out 5 or 6 times on a holiday. And the more I think about it the more I remember the courses were a ghost town every time. Hey now, this could be a new tradition I start. Get a bunch of the guys together for an earlier round, have a holiday celebratory beverage and then everyone does their thing after.

This seems to be getting to the core of what I love about golf. Besides the shot that keeps you coming back and the first eagle and the beers at the turn and the beers after. Did I mention the beer? It’s great to share this time with people you want to be around. The “holidays” aren’t just Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year’s…there’s a whole other season with a few great opportunities to get together. No gifting either which is a bonus.

Hit’em long…yell FORE!!!

With All The Money Involved In Golf…

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Where did golf get all this money?
Where did golf get all this money?

How do I get some? It’s no secret that golf isn’t the cheapest game to play. It’s also no secret the stereotypical golfer is an affluent male with a wardrobe worthy of Judge Smails’ approval. The game reeks of money. Between financial institutions and non-sport related sponsors of every tournament to the same sponsors on a player’s shirt, hat or visor – it’s a cash game, literally.

Could you imagine if pro athletes in other sports had these companies sponsoring them on their clothes? What would happen with the sneaker industry? I could see it getting a bit confusing.

Friend 1: “Hey did you see the new Air Barclay’s?”

Friend 2: “No! Charles Barkley has a new shoe?”

Friend 1: “No…Barclay’s the bank.”

Friend 2: “Wait…Charles Barkley has a bank?!?!”

Friend 1: “Forget it…”

See what I mean? I can only imagine what the Hooter’s cross trainers look like. Hmmmm…maybe I’m on to something here. This could be my entry point into the golf biz. Or I could just gamble on a couple tourneys. The problem is that I don’t know much about golf betting but, I’m sure there’s all sorts of tips from betfair.

Well, for now I think I’ll just hit the local track and let my entrepreneurial juices marinate the master plan. It sure would help if I had a master plan though…oh well.

Hit’em long…Yell FORE!!!

Catching Up On Golf.

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strong antUsually, I’ll check in every so often and see what’s happening on the tour. For some reason, this year I’ve been following a little more than usual. Or so I thought. When did Tiger become ranked #1 again? So much for thinking I’ve been following golf this season.

After going back and checking his stats, this guy has really been doing well. I guess I’m used to the days when Tiger’s every move was broadcasted. I mean, this guy’s farts were even documented. Remember that? Maybe it was Steve Williams that broke wind but you get the point.

Moving on. Phil…WTF! All 37 of us left handed golfers in the world were counting on you maybe even some righties. That’s OK though, we still think you’re great! What can you do? Crap happens and I’ll take a 2nd place prize of half-a-mill any day. That’s the greatest thing about pro golf, you can come in 25th place and still walk away with some extra scratch in your pocket.

Even though 2nd place does pay out well, I’m sure this has reached “Eleanor” status for Mr. Mickelson. Come on man, don’t let that old saying about the bridesmaid crap be true. Dig deep brother and win a U.S. Open for the southpaws. You can do it! Win it for the Gipper too, if that helps.

That pressure must be ridiculous at times. I’ll give it to him though, he can definitely carry it. I’m sure a lot of people would have buckled under that weight like a one legged asthmatic ant with a bad back.

Ah ha! Now the picture makes sense, kind of.

Hit’em long…yell FORE!!!

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