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What If You Could Never Golf Again?

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There are a lot of things I take and have taken for granted. There are simple things in life that I overlooked and never really was thankful for. My health (for starters) is something that never really posed any problems. Generally speaking, it’s been pretty normal and participating in all types of activities was never an issue.

Recently, a visit to the doctor’s office (for a sinus infection mind you) uncovered another potentially dangerous problem and put a lot of stuff into perspective…quickly. The doc told me to lay off anything physically exerting for a while. Now, now…don’t worry I’ll be fine and back to normal in no time. What got me thinking was; What if I never went for that doctor’s visit?

I’m not getting any younger (or handsome-er) and I really look forward to hacking up the course whenever I can. This was something that got me thinking – “Holy S%#@, I could have screwed myself good.” I don’t know what I would do if I couldn’t play golf or engage in other physical activities. It’s time to really take a look at what I’ve got and be thankful.

What’s planned for the future? More golf and more gratitude. After further reviewing the situation at hand, I don’t want to hang up the sticks and miss out on any great memories or stories or the elusive hole-in-one (yet to be had). So, I’ll be thankful, take care of what needs to be done and be there when golf season opens.

Hit’em long…yell FORE! See you on the course…

Counterfeiting Golf Clubs (Follow-Up)

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Callaway authenticA little over a year ago, I posted about the growing problem of counterfeit golf clubs. But recently, Callaway has come forth with a new innovation to help combat this problem.

According to a company press release, its new labeling system (which has been rolled-out only in Australia and New Zealand thus far) will require a polarized film to view the authentic label (see picture at left). Callaway says this safeguard will provide consumers a guarantee of authenticity (I hear you, it would suck to buy a set of clubs for $500-plus and find out they are fugazi’s).

Apparently, club counterfeiting at this level is something that has been going on for a few years now. Back in 2007, the folks at globalgolf.com, along with WRAL, did a story on phony clubs (check it out HERE). And then there’s this great video from last year explaining how to spot a counterfeit (will the beginning golfer be able to tell?):

This makes me wonder; if these counterfeiters put the same effort they exerted in counterfeiting into something legit, they would probably be doing just as well. Needless to say, they also wouldn’t have the stress or fear of getting caught lurking over them. But, I guess if this world didn’t have counterfeiters, we wouldn’t know what’s real.

Hit’em long…yell FORE!!! Use a real club…

Kids Say The Darndest Things

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A few days ago I was at a local golf shop checking out new clubs I probably won’t buy and can’t afford. As I was waiting to demo the club in their little area in the back, I see a 8 year old kid knocking the snot out of some drives. “Holy crap, this friggin’ kid is killing the ball!” I thought to myself.

After a few more drives the kid finishes and leaves the demo area. As he walks towards his father the in-store pro asks “Do you want to be a professional golfer when you get bigger?” The kid replies “Nahhh…that’ll mean I have to practice all the time. I just want to play!” Everybody there laughed at the cute comment but after a few minutes I thought about it. Why did this kid say that?

Are kids today exposed to too much emphasis on working hard with the whole “practice makes perfect” and “push it to the limit” theories? Don’t get me wrong, I am a firm believer in putting in the time and working hard, but does all this hard work really pay off? Just ask your friends and family who might be pushed aside while you do “whatever it takes to get there”.

Moreso, I thought it was rather odd that an 8 year old would have formed this opinion. I think it’s great that he wants to “just play” but I hope his view changes; He seemed to have a natural gift at playing golf and it would be a shame to see it wasted. I guess as long as you follow your heart, you’ll be happy.

Hit’em long…yell FORE! Don’t grow up too fast.

Golf Super Series World Cup Bowl Finals?

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Hey pro golf, can you feel that excitement in the air? It’s electric…and it’s called the Super Bowl. Take heed to the NFL’s example on how to get people wanting to watch a sports championship.

Considering it is right around the corner, I thought it would be a great sample to use. If you’re not a football fan then baseball has the World Series, basketball has the NBA Finals, hockey has the Stanley Cup and soccer has the World Cup. Pick one.

As a golf lover and fan, I just don’t get that “Oh man! I can’t wait for the FedEx Cup” feeling. Seriously, where is the excitement? The pro’s don’t even exude any! I’m sure they are happy with the pay-out but I don’t see any after-tourney shenanigans (a fist pump does not count as a celebration).

Here’s my idea: The Money List…get rid of it. This will be based on wins. If you consistently make the top ten and never win you can lead the money list. So, take the top records and make the cut at 72 and have them battle it out. Throw in a “wild card” to the four golfers that just miss the cut and make it start a day earlier. That’s it. A winner takes all (or most of it) tournament once a year.

As for now, I’ll just settle in and let my snow shovel rest while I indulge in a traditional Super Bowl fair of wings and beer.

Hit’em long…yell FORE!!

The Oldest Swinger In Town

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“Golfer Richie McKay has been crowned the oldest swinger in town because he still plays his favourite game – at the age of 100.”

Maybe I’ve had too much time to think with all of this snow we’ve gotten here in the northeast. I couldn’t help but wonder what it would be like to reach 100 years old…nevermind still being able to golf! Stories like this make me look forward to getting out there and playing.

This is really something special. It’s pretty cool to know that this game we love lasts a lifetime plus. Funny, he took up golf at 56 years of age and still has 44 years of hacking up the course under his belt. That means he has more years at golf than I do alive…I just hope to make it to 44…

I find myself relating to this story. Obviously, not in the age or years of playing category rather the passion for the game. Just get out there and have fun…

Hit em’ long…live longer…yell FORE!

To read the full story click HERE.

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