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Archives for: April 2007

An NFL Draft for golfers, Anna Rawson and John Daly have Golf Bloggers feeling picky

Monday April 30, 2007 | 03:36:49 pm 165 words, 3522 views  
The two top picks in Golf Blogger Survivor II joined forces, as OobGolf and The Deep Rough ran their own NFL Draft for golfers. Take a look to see who’s playing what position among the best golfers out there. At the Hooked on Golf Blog, Tony may not have the same game as Jim Furyk, but he wears the same Chiliwear Performance Camp golf shirts. Golf Babes is admiring the fine form of Anna Rawson. At Golf Noise, the Noisemaker is wondering what the big deal was about the John Daly commercial that CBS refused to run. Finally, The Golf Blogger shares a little ...

Butch Harmon's priority: Mickelson or Scott? Plus, Golfchick gets down with Geoff Shackleford

Friday April 27, 2007 | 10:42:18 am 135 words, 3348 views  
A little bit of everything from golf bloggers this week, including some blogger-interviewing-blogger action, Butch Harmon’s priorities and a lesson well learned. At The Golf Blog, Mulligan is taking a look at Butch Harmon’s relationships with Phil Mickelson and Adam Scott, plus has Tiger Woods in The Golf Blog Situation Room. Golfchick unveils the second part of her interview with Geoff Shackleford, while Shackleford informs his readers about a big change in the works for L.A. Times sportswriter Mike Penner. Robert Thompson gives us a look at Jack Nicklaus’ Wyndansea design in Ucluelet, British Columbia. The Wounded Duck is trying to get the ...

Golf Blogger Survivor II has its champion - Andrew at OobGolf.com!

Tuesday April 24, 2007 | 12:00:40 pm 226 words, 3445 views  
It is with much excitement that I come before all of you to announce the winner of Golf Blogger Survivor II. After all the votes were counted, and after a stellar comeback by Deep Rough and an impressive showing by London Golfer, it wasn’t enough to stop the champion. Andrew at OobGolf.com is the Golf Blogger Survivor II Champion!! For winning, Andrew receives the above logo, as well as the admiration and adoration of his peers. His work and readers spoke loudest, and he was unstoppable in his usage of Secret Words. So congratulations to Andrew and OobGolf.com, and thatnks to all of ...

Golf bloggers think of Viginia Tech, Mickelson-Harmon team and more

Monday April 23, 2007 | 10:04:29 am 204 words, 3139 views  
With so much happening, golf bloggers are taking a look at the game of golf, as well as inside their hearts. The Armchair Golf Blog proudly declares “We are Virginia Tech” as he expresses his feelings about the tragedy at the university near him. “My family moved to the Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia from Seattle nearly four years ago to retreat from urban life and raise our daughters. We have no regrets. This is still a wonderful area and we are proud to be part of the Hokie nation. May God bless the families and friends of the victims. And ...

Golf Blogger Survivor II has no fear for final round: place your votes!

Tuesday April 17, 2007 | 10:51:34 am 620 words, 3764 views  
The final round is here at Golf Blogger Survivor II. Today we’ll take a look at the entries from our five finalists, and after the voting, next week we’ll have a new champion, joining Golfchick, the winner of Golf Blogger Survivor I. The Secret Word given to the finalists was: Anatidaephobia Anatidaephobia (in the world of Gary Larson’s “The Far Side") means: The fear that wherever you are, a duck is watching. Let’s see how our finalists did. Golf Blogger Survivor II: Final round Andrew at OobGolf.com found inspiration in a few shots of Nyquil and an “exclusive interview” with one “Timothy Mallard.” In 1982 ...

Luke Swilor takes on Canadian Tour as golf bloggers go for the action

Friday April 13, 2007 | 02:17:05 pm 195 words, 3303 views  
After earning his Canadian Tour card, Luke Swilor is battling it out in his first Canadian Tour event, the San Jose International Open. Luke’s battling to make the cut, and lets you in on his first-round thoughts. Keep an eye on WorldGolf.com, where we’ll have an exclusive interview with Swilor as he talks about his latest challenge. Golf Punk Online has 5 Pairs of VIP Tickets up for grabs for the William Hunt clothing store launch on Thursday, should you be near Manchester. The Reluctant Jam Boy tells about the sweet sounds of a triple-hit. At the Caddy Shack, Ian Andrew discusses ...

Golf Blogger Survivor II finds its finalists

Tuesday April 10, 2007 | 11:08:33 am 140 words, 3076 views  
Hey everyone. Well, after three great rounds of action, we are down to our finalists for Golf Blogger Survivor II. Each of these bloggers will be given one final word, which we’ll unveil, along with the bloggers’ usage of it next Tuesday. Then readers will have their say as we look to name the successor for last year’s winner: Golfchick. So, without further delay, here are the finalists: OobGolf.com Deep Rough London Golfer The Golf Girl Aspiring Golfer Each one of these bloggers was strong throughout the competition, and also received the most votes from readers. For the rest of you, I can’t thank you enough for ...

A Masters run amok: Golf bloggers have their say

Sunday April 8, 2007 | 10:44:18 am 237 words, 2906 views  
With the 2007 Masters being quite unlike any we’ve witnessed with scores going through the roof, some of our favorite golf bloggers have had a lot to say. Here’s what’s going on in the golf blogosphere: Geoff Shackleford has been all over Augusta, live blogging the event. Here are his Sunday Press Clippings of the Masters. Miranda at Even Par Round thinks this Masters has been like a John Steinbeck novel: “Very boring and very long and you can only think ‘gee they need to end this, I have a load of laundry to put in the washer.” The Golf Blogger hopes those ...

Golf bloggers go Masters crazy while USA Today picks on Chris Baldwin

Thursday April 5, 2007 | 04:14:42 pm 132 words, 3068 views  
While USA Today’s Larry Olmsted goes on a rant about TravelGolf.com’s Chris Baldwin, all anyone else can talk about is the Masters. The Deep Rough is watching video from Amen Corner, while Hooked on Golf got emotional seeing Arnold Palmer tee it up. Even Par Round gives a preview and wonders if Brett Quigley will be the heartwarming story of the week, as the Bogey Lounge looks at a few things to consider at Augusta. The Armchair Golf Blog takes a look at the Masters by 10s in honor of the 10-year anniversary of Tiger Woods’ breakthrough victory, while the Waggle Room takes ...

WorldGolf.com reader Curtis Medwid shares a golf course photo that has us over the rainbow

Wednesday April 4, 2007 | 09:23:51 am 191 words, 2912 views  
Hey kids, just wanted to send a quick note to let you know that WorldGolf.com gladly accepts reader photos of their favorite golf courses. A few readers have already shared their favorite shots and I would be completely remiss if I didn’t send you over to see Curtis Medwid’s gorgeous photo of a rainbow overlooking the 18th green at Palms Golf Course in Mesquite, Nev. You can find that photo by clicking here. It’s a beautiful shot and we’re thrilled Curtis shared it with us and WorldGolf.com readers. You can find out more about WorldGolf.com’s reader photos by clicking here. In ...

Golf Blogger Survivor II: Don't get stuck in the Sarcophagus

Tuesday April 3, 2007 | 08:46:53 am 984 words, 2860 views  
The third and final preliminary round is in the books for Golf Blogger Survivor II, and the Survivors have been knocking themselves dead trying to find a use for the Secret Word: Sarcophagus. Important Note: There will be no Secret Word this week. Instead, this will be the last chance for votes to be tallied for your favorite Survivor. Next Tuesday (I’ve given up on Mondays), I’ll post the Five (5) finalists, and send out the final Secret Word. I was only going to have three finalists like last year, but the competition has been so good, we’ll have five this ...

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