Archives for: 2008

Catch Lorena Ochoa documentary on Fox Sports Espanol

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It was 18 months ago that I spoke to long-time friends and filmmakers Christopher Vitiello and Jonathan Ochoa about their work on a documentary on Lorena Ochoa, the world's No. 1 female golfer. This month, their work has come to life as Fox Sports Espano… more »

Wie have an accomplishment

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Few professional athletes have dealt with as many as up and downs before the age of 20 than Michelle Wie. But now, the young woman that has created so much positive and negative attention over the past several years has something she never really had bef… more »

In Brazil I am a Golfer

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Just thought I'd pass this little tidbit along. I was recently involved in a media story about a couple guys who hoaxed their way on to MSNBC. Because of this, I am now a golfer in Brazil: Click the image to enlarge it. Here's what it says about m… more »

If Scientologists are allowed to take our golf courses, what's next?

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Golden Era Golf Course was a pleasant nine-hole run in Gilman Hot Springs, Calif. It was a nice challenge for golfers looking to get some holes in while enjoying the local area. And then the Scientologists came and took it all away. For the most part,… more »

Bernie Mac left his mark as a golfer - on the back of Samuel Jackson's skull

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On August 8, the comedy world lost a unique talent when comedian and actor Bernie Mac died from complications from pneumonia. Mac was one-of-a-kind, and whether you were a fan or not, it was sad to see him go at the young age of 50. And while Mac left… more »

Curt the Golfer's five aces proves Barack Obama's victory was pre-ordained

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By now, you've likely heard the main reason why John McCain lost the Presidency - Sarah Palin. Yes, it was all the Alaska Governor's fault. She was a diva that was unaware Africa was a continent, didn't know what countries were in NAFTA, was not positive… more »

A letter to John Daly from a fellow traveler

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Dear John Daly, We've never met but I know you. Like you, I am an alcoholic. So when I saw the story of you being arrested at a Hooters for public intoxication, I thought I'd write to you. Because in a few months, I'll celebrate my sixth year of sobri… more »

Smells like Annika Sorenstam

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Ladies, been wandering around thinking how much life would be better if only you could smell like golf superstar Annika Sorenstam? Well wait no longer: HALL OF FAME GOLFER ANNIKA SORENSTAM PARTNERS WITH SA FRAGRANCES TO LAUNCH SIGNATURE FRAGRANCE WORL… more »

Erik Compton: You gotta have heart

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Erik Compton probably won't earn his PGA Tour card after shooting a 76 at the first round of first-stage PGA Tour Qualifying at Crandon Golf Course in Key Biscayne, Fla., but it won't be for a lack of heart. Born with heart problems, Compton underwent… more »

Seve Ballesteros diagnosed with brain tumor

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It's a very disconcerting day for golf fans, as one of the most important golfers in the last few generations has a huge new challenge ahead. Seve Ballesteros has been diagnosed with a brain tumor. From the Associated Press: MADRID, Spain -- Seve… more »

President Tiger Woods? Gary Player thinks so

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Gary Player is fond of speaking his mind, which makes the world in general pretty fond of Gary Player. Player's latest proclamation? Tiger Woods could have the U.S. Presidency some day if he wanted it: Speaking at the launch of the Gary Player Invitat… more »

This golf blog needs a bailout

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Dear Members of Congress, I write to you not in my own self-interest, but with a clear vision of the larger picture. As you discuss the bailout of the U.S. financial industry, I ask that you take a moment to think about what type of bailout you can of… more »

After Ryder Cup loss, Europe hits the whine

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Following Europe's loss to the U.S. in the 2008 Ryder Cup, Europeans are reacting to it by cracking open a big bottle of whine. Here's a fairly standard example from the Belfast Telegraph: However, the disappointing thing which stood out was the bad s… more »

Ryder Cup victory more proof that America is hungry again

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Having reclaimed the Ryder Cup, the United States is back on top of the sporting world. And all it took was a massive financial calamity. The victory by Paul Azinger's squad is the latest glorious victory for Americans in international competition. In… more »

Ryder Cup can wait for Michelle Wie at LPGA Tour Qualifying

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Following her final round at the LPGA Tour sectional qualifying tournament in Rancho Mirage, Ca., Michelle Wie made a comment that truly encapsulated how many feel about the 18 year old: "When I came the first time [this week], I didn't know where any… more »
 
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