The Year in Tiger Woods - As We Reported it

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2010 was clearly an interesting one for golf writers. It was a year that displayed, like never before, the divergent appetites for news about Tiger Woods.

Early in the beleaguered champion's "annus horribilis",  golf media outlets... large and small... formulated their strategies.

There were those who saw it as the perfect time for a segue into TMZ territory...

"Only Two Things" - 2010: The Year in Golf & Sex

Back in early June we aired our first episode of "Only Two Things".

Our inspiration was one of golf's most popular quotes: 

"Golf and sex are the only things you can enjoy without being good at them."    

Our formula was a half hour review of the week in golf, followed by a half hour discussion of a "Mars/Venus" topic of the day .  Over the ensuing weeks we covered some controversial topics..

Bunker Boost at Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship

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When the world’s top golfers convene at Abu Dhabi Golf Club for the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship next month, they'll be greeted by five unique new bunkers on The National Course.
      
The bunkers, which protect holes 2, 5, 6, 13 and 17,  feature the kind of steep faces and well-defined lips that will require players to adapt their games and "think long and hard about club selection.”

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays & Thank You !

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Just a quick post to wish all of our readers a Happy Holiday season!

We'll be around over the next couple of days,  maybe we'll even be able to finish our video message,  but in case we don't we wanted to make sure we said thanks,  many thanks, to our readers here at "Golf Girl's Diary", our listeners on "Only Two Things" and our social network followers.  ~ May you... and yours... enjoy this

Abu Dhabi Golf Championship & Other Cool Things

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The Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship is tees off a month from now and already it's clear that “Everybody wants to win this championship".  Motivations however, are varied.  

Ian Poulter has vengeance to extract, Martin Kaymer has a trophy to defend and two contrasting Irishmen are focused on an Irish win in the desert.  Oh, and all four 2010 major winners will be there intent on making a

Mercedes-Benz USA & The Twitter-Fueled Tweet Race

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It's the world's first Twitter-fueled race... a remarkable road rally where four pairs of contestants are selected to drive specially equipped Mercedes Benzes to Dallas, the site of Super Bowl XLV.  And the thing is, each duo is competing for a pair of Mercedes Benz 2012 C-Class Coupes and a pair of tickets to the big game. 

How over-the-top awesome does that sound?

You're probably

Fairways Magazine Highlights Golf Poster Design

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On this side of the Atlantic, the idea of choosing "a favorite golf poster" probably hasn't occurred to many of us.  In fact, most of the golfers I spoke to  yesterday at the holiday party for our "Fun, Fast and Friendly League" were a bit puzzled by the term "golf poster".

No one seemed to know exactly what I meant.  Some immediately thought of golf movies, and a heated debate about various

Golf's Most Inspiring: The Manuel De Los Santos Story

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When I first heard of Manuel de Los Santos, it occurred to me that his inspiring story would make an excellent movie.  The narrative - of a young man whose life was altered by a horrific accident - was was so moving, and the message, so uplifting, it seemed... made for Hollywood. 

I wrote about the young Dominican back then as he played at St Andrews in the Dunhill Links Championship ...

Only Two Things - Sexy Scrambles Gals Can Enjoy

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In early October... right around the same time the Ryder Cup was taking place at at a rain soaked Celtic Manor...  Jordan and I spent a glorious Autumnal afternoon at historic Dellwood Country Club.

We were there for The New York Playboy Scramble. Part of what Playboy Golf calls the the nation's hottest golf tournament.  Our day at Dellwood had been postponed from earlier in the summer due to

Pablo Martin: Dunhill Defense & Race to Dubai Redux

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Exactly one year ago upon winning the 2009/2010 Alfred Dunhill Championship, Pablo Martin proudly cradled the regal looking bronze leopard trophy.

His down to the wire, one-stroke victory over Charl Schwartzel at Leopard Creek Country Club  had earned him the impressive trophy and made him the first golfer to win on the European tour as

The Dubai Ladies Masters and "golf in DUBAi"

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Always a fun tournament to watch, The Dubai Ladies Masters turned five this year.  To that end I've chosen five of the many awesome stories to come out of the LET's 2010 season ending event.

Iben Tinning - As far as career endings go, they don't get better than Iben Tinning's win yesterday at the the Omega Dubai Ladies Masters. A 20-foot birdie on the final hole allowed the her to win what

Musings of a Golf Newbie - Golf ≠ Boring

.By Jordan FarrI resisted learning golf for years because of a preconceived notion. It's a notion that's rather widespread, but... I eventually found out... totally erroneous. It's the notion that golf is boring.If you google "golf is boring" you'll come up with aproximately 160,000 results. There are Facebook groups and YouTube videos entitled "Golf is Boring". Yes, I'm afraid it's a pretty

Only Two Things - The Golf Date vs Dinner & a Movie

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It's often said that the best way to judge some one's character is on the golf course.

Generally the adage refers to business situations but why not apply it when you feel you might want to get serious about a prospective mate?  That's the premise behind today's popular online golf dating sites.

If you've been in a committed relationship for awhile,  you may not even be aware such sites exist

Musings of a Golf Newbie - The Old & New

.By Jordan FarrWe all love change... don't we?Well, maybe not when it's just change for the sake of change, but there's something to be said for "keeping up with the times".Golf... more than many other sports... sometimes struggles with this concept. A small but vocal group of traditionalists would prefer to see the game played the way it was a century ago... and they're not particularly

Chevron World Challenge Sets the Stage for True Tiger Woods Rivalries in 2011

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 Rivalries take sports to the next level.

They light competitive fires in athletes and inspire passion in fans.  And for quite a few years, golf didn't have any rivalries.  No real ones anyway.

Golf had Tiger Woods, one player so dominant it seemed no one would ever step up to challenge him. Those whose job it was to write about golf, lamented the lack of a worthy adversary... and latched

LPGA Championship - Cristie Kerr's Pivotal Round

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Preparing to tee off momentarily in the final round of the LPGA Tour Championship, Cristie Kerr has more at stake than anyone in Orlando today.

Trailing leader Amy Yang by three strokes she's within striking distance of becoming the first American in 16 years to win the Rolex Player of the Year,  a lifelong dream she's worked unrelentingly to achieve.  In order to unseat points leader Yani

石川遼 - Ryo Redemption at the Nippon Series JT Cup

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It's going to be an ultra-exciting weekend as third round action begins tomorrow at the Golf Nippon Series JT Cup.


The tournament... and the top spot on the Japan Golf Tour money list... will be decided over the next two days, and Ryo Ishikawa, currently second in the money rankings, must win Sunday at Tokyo Yomiuri Country Club, in order to overcome Korea's Kim Kyung-tae and become Japan

Tiger Woods' Tournament gets Geosocial with Foursquare

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I've been a Foursquare aficionado since the early days... that's about a year ago... and my 8 mayorships currently include a country club, a golf course and a golf performance center.  Oh, and I've unlocked 23 badges.

The the thing I love about Foursquare is the competition... the game... But it's actually much more than a game.

For... those who don't know... Foursquare

Only Two Things - Of Bosoms, Bellies & Love Handles

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"Do boobs get in the way?"...  "Are my boobs ruining my swing?"... "How is a woman with large boobs supposed to swing a golf club?"

Here at Golf Girl Media we get a ton of mail about boobs. And that's not surprising really, when you consider the strategic position they occupy on the female (and in some cases, male) body.

In the mid-nineties, outspoken golf analyst, Ben Wright was quoted as

A Western Rush to Judgment on Tiger Woods Dubai?

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The story's been seized upon by western scribes of every stripe ... and it's still being rehashed and retweeted with surprising regularity.

It started with a piece by Lawrence Donegan which appeared Sunday,  in the Observer and on guardian.co.uk.  ~ Donegan writes of his visit to the site of the Tiger Woods Dubai golf course development, and in multiple, metaphorically-rich

The Dubai World Championship Golf Shoe Statement

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Hip, street-inspired footwear like PUMA's Cell Fusion Golf Shoes and Ecco's Golf Streets have been infiltrating the sea of traditional saddle shoes for a while now,  however when the affable Oliver Wilson appeared in his glove shoes at the Dubai World Championship, there was considerable curiosity...  and some consternation from the media.

Golf 24 Seven called them "horrible"

Musings of a Golf Newbie - Frustration and Elation

By Jordan FarrOver the past several weeks, I’ve become a true cheerleader for golf.However, even though I’ve been playing more often, and spending hours at the range, I still... by most standards... suck.Denying golf’s frustration is like... let’s see... it’s like denying a huge elephant which happens to be sitting in a barn with a bunch of small horses. Okay, that made absolutely no sense.

Thanksgiving Outtakes and Hot Rickie Fowler

.My last few days have included nine holes of golf,  a modicum of writing and an inhabitual amount of time spent in the kitchen.  I made four pies and a massive amount of cranberry sauce.  I also rediscovered my amazing  collection of antique French silverware... and actually remembered why I collected it in the first place.



We're having Thanksgiving at our house for the first time in years

Rickie Fowler is Hot, Justin Bieber is Cool

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A few week's ago As you probably heard,  Justin Timberlake gave a unique shout-out to Rickie Fowler at his Shriners Hospitals for Children Open when he declared "Rickie Fowler is like -- I don't know, I think he's cooler than Justin Bieber." 

Well we beg to differ... somewhat... with that assessment.  As far as we're concerned Justin Bieber can keep "cool".  After all he won four

Musings of a Golf Newbie - Life & the Game

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By Jordan Farr

We've all heard that golf is a great metaphor for life.

At its most basic, it's the highs and the lows... and the ups and the downs... that can be compared. ~ And a bad break sometimes leads to a good outcome, both on the course and off.

Though there are choices in the way one proceeds... through the years, or down the fairway... in both golf and life there comes a time

Sensationalist Story Surrounds Beirut Golf Course

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 When I was in Beirut for two weeks in the summer of 2005,  I spent each day on the beaches, basking in the Mediterranean sun and swimming in a swirling sea so blue it melded with the azure sky.

Our evenings were spent at outdoor eateries where, night after night, dozens of small dishes were delivered to our table, marking the start of another amazingly sumptuous feast.

I'd never

Only Two Things - Who Wears the Golf Pants?

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Are women the new men?  It's a question being asked quite frequently these days.

Earlier this year women became the majority of the workforce for the first time in U.S. history.  Most managers are now women too. And for every two men who get a college degree this year, three women will do the same. 

Consulting firm 20 First recently reported the following data regarding

John Daly - Globetrotting US Golf Ambassador

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The past few weeks have brought us compelling golf... and entertaining golf stories... from all corners of the earth.

China inaugurated the celebrity-studded Mission Hills Star Trophy in Hainan and welcomed a stellar field of the world's top players to Shanghai, for the WGC- HSBC Champions.  Many of those stars then went on to play in Singapore or Australia, and some are now

Laura Davies Shines in a Thrilling Indian Open Win

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2010 has turned out to be quite the year for Laura Davies.

In early September we saw her win the UNIQUA Open in Wiener Neustadt, Austria, becoming the oldest female player to win a professional tournament. On any tour, ever... then a couple of weeks later she broke her own record at the Open de España, her 76th career win... and this week, at the DLF Golf and Country Club, she

Australian Masters - Sergio Garcia Girlfriend/Golf Update

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Sergio Garcia experienced quite a reversal of fortunes on the golf course yesterday.  A rain-soaked third round at Australian Masters resulted in a six-over 77, mirroring... and effectively nullifying... his six-under of Friday.

Hopefully what's happening off the course (romantically speaking) will be enough to erase all images of the inauspicious, water-logged round.

So... here's what I

Sergio Garcia - A Bogey Free Round & A Beautiful New Girlfriend

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Sergio is smiling again  ... and it's the exuberant, unrestrained smile we haven't seen on Señor Garcia for well over a year.

But, it was clearly back today at the The Australian Masters.  So much so that all my Aussie friends were talking about it. ~ They were also talking about his bogey-free round... and his gorgeous new girlfriend.

Round One... it has to be said... wasn't a great one

A Veteran's Day Salute to Bunkers in Baghdad

.Bunkers in Baghdad has been working for over two years to bring a recreational outlet and a taste of home to our our armed forces stationed around the world and veterans here in the United States.

To that end they've provided more than 1,000,000 golf balls and over 35,000 golf clubs. Recently they expanded their mission to include Wounded Warriors.

On veteran's day we'd like to thank Bunkers

Awesome Abu Dhabi Attracts American Golfers

When talk turns to golf's global future...  which it often does these days... I immediately think of the 2010 Abu Dhabi Golf Championship. 















An amazing seventeen different nationalities were represented within the top twenty on the final round leaderboard... a group that included at least one player from every continent except... Antarctica! I wrote about the awesome event at

Azahara Munoz - Just the Latest Spanish Winner

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Sports-wise, Spain is on a roll.  So much so that some are calling the past few years a "Spanish sports Golden Age",  and there are solid reasons for such enthusiasm: A Spanish tennis player is number one in the world,  Spanish cyclists have won the past 5 Tours de France and Spain's team won the the 2010 FIFA World Cup... to name a few.  And now there's an impressive new Spanish winner in golf

Only Two Things - Of Women's Golf & The L Word

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Even in today's fast-paced, ever changing world, old perceptions sometimes linger long after they've been debunked.  This is never more apparent than when such perceptions reinforce a way of thinking that certain segments of our society are reluctant to abandon.

The perception I'm talking about here is that of the "mannish woman golfer" and beyond that, the idea that femininity and athletic

My Top 5 Golf Trophies - Weird & Wonderful

.By Jordan Farr aka Golf Girl JuniorGolf Girl, has been on the road a bit recently, so I’ve spent the past few days manning the Golf Girl Media offices. ~ My responsibilities have consisted of Facebook um, work (insert reminder to “like” our page here), singing, and of course...Golf Girl Media-related research. During that feverish research I happened upon an article on The 5 worst golf

Francesco Molinari's Cool Tramples Italian Stereotypes

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The stereotypes are well known, thanks to myriad films and a host of television shows.  
They suggest that Italians are overly-emotional, ultra-demonstrative and flamboyantly melodramatic; likely to celebrate the smallest victory with a conspicuous show of bravado... and just as likely to melt down at the mere hint of defeat.
Francesco Molinari didn't get much of chance to disprove the cliche

Golf Refugees - Black Balls, BinBags & Bathing Suits

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With just a passing reference to the brass monkey weather that's descended on much of the Northern Hemisphere, the fine gentlemen at Golf Refugees are presenting... bathing costumes.

Yes... swimsuits.  They've done just two designs so far, and each is quite awesome. One is based on graffiti, the kind you find on... old abandoned subway cars?  The other features symmetrical rows of Golf

Golf Giving - October is Over but Golf Gives On

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By Jordan Farr aka Golf Girl Junior
OK, what happened to October?

I just looked at the calendar noticed it was gone. Over. Finito. And it took four November days with it.

I guess I'm getting old because I'm thinking: it seems like the days just flew off the calender ...and I'm sure I remember my grandmother saying stuff just like that. ~ Actually, you certainly remember may remember I

Only Two Things - Short Hitters, Big Drivers & Sexism

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The photo's been confronting me for a couple of weeks now and I'm getting a bit really tired of it.

Now if you know me, you've probably noticed that I'm not particularly sensitive to many images and ideas that are deemed to be "sexist".  

I readily acknowledge that many sexual stereotypes are based on actual behavior, and whether the behavior is culturally imposed or genetically dictated,

Joakim Noah's Double-Double Golf Fashion Faux Pas

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In basketball news the Bulls beat the Blazers last night, in a game highlighted by Luol Deng's career-high 40 points and Derrick Rose's 13 assists.  Also of note within the impressive team effort were Joakim Noah's 10 points, 10 rebounds; his third straight double-double.

Off the court Mr. Noah is a colorful and controversial figure who's had a couple of run-ins with the law.  In fact several

Global Golf - France & Denmark Shine in Argentina

Any doubts about golf's global reach have got to be fading fast.

In a week that saw the international stars of the game playing in events across Asia, what was probably the week's most remarkable event from a global golf standpoint, was the World Amateur Team Championship which took place on the southeastern coast of the South American continent in Argentina.

With a 50 foot birdie putt on the

Happy Halloween from Golf Girl Media

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OK. We could have been sexy nurses or sexy police women... or sexy golfers. But we went for something decidedly more... blue PG.

Meridith, our "Fashionista", created the Avatar style  ...and as blue as we may look... we kind of like it.

Happy Halloween everyone!

Photo by Meredith Horton/Golf Girl Media

A Thur... Fri... Saturday post from Golf Girl World

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By Jordan Farr aka Golf Girl Junior

Once again the business of the week has gotten in the way of my famous Thursday Post... so from now on, it's going to be a Friday post... which will make my life easier AND lessen the chance of it being late... although this week I'm actually writing it at 2:ooam on Saturday morning?

OK... I assure you, I will get into the rhythm of the work flow around

Glitz, Glamour and Golf at Mission Hills Hainan

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He didn't do his triple back flip, but former Olympic gymnast Li Xiaoshuang was certainly in a celebratory mood today.

Together with his partner, Ryuji Imada, and three amateurs,  he won the Pro-Am Team tournament at the inaugural Mission Hills Star Trophy, now taking place in Haikou, China.  The team will split a back-flip-worthy $100,000 prize for their efforts.

The Pro-Am Team tournament

Sparkling Mission Hills Star Trophy Spotlights Hainan

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An eclectic melange of global glitterati have convened in Haikou, China for The Mission Hills Star Trophy. 

The celebrity golf pro-am tournament will run from today through Oct. 31,  and involves 20 professional golfers along with 20 celebrities and 120 amateurs.  It's part of a government-led initiative to make the Hainan island a leading international tourism destination in the coming

Only Two Things - Sluts, Stooges & Halloween Golfers

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The 31st of October is just days away, and it got me thinking  of a post I did last year. It's on Halloween costumes and it makes a a good topic for our show.  Here it is:
Yes, that quaint American holiday where the nation's young people dress up as ghosts and goblinsPimps and Hos and attend Halloween Parties Pimp & Ho Parties is right around the corner.

"Fashionista Golf Girl" - Introducing Meredith Horton

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It's my pleasure to introduce Meredith Horton, the latest member of the Golf Girl Media team.

She's going to be helping us out... here at Golf Girl's Diary... and with our myriad projects at Golf Girl Media.  She's a world traveler and recent college graduate who is determined to learn how to play golf... and she'll surely bring a unique perspective to our endeavors.

Hi everyone, my name is

Cristie Kerr is Again Number One in the World

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The life of a touring pro isn't an easy one.  As glamorous as it may seem, traveling the world to play golf requires a kind of nimbleness, adaptability and mental dexterity that few of us ever have to call upon in our day-to-day lives.













The resilient stars of the LPGA are needing to call upon all of those skills these days, as they continue their trek through Asia.

From Bangkok

Italian Kid is Youngest European Tour Winner Ever

. Earlier this year Matteo Manassero spoke about how journalists... particularly American journalists... had taken to calling him "The Italian Kid".

It was... he declared... a nickname he wore with pride. ~ After all, though his game is that of a far more seasoned player,  Matteo Manassero is only seventeen.

As such,  his win yesterday at the Castelló Masters made him the youngest European

Win Amazing Golf Prizes With the 2010 Golf Census

By Jordan Farr (with Meredith Horton)

So... we’re going to let you in on a little secret and you have to promise that you wont tell anyone you'll tell every golfer you know. Are you ready?? 
Okay, there's a really easy way for you to win the most amazing golf prizes ever!  

We’re so not talking about t-shirts and caps... not that we have anything against t-shirts and caps... but what we're

Golf Ghouls and Fairway Phantoms - October Golf

You needn't be a golfer to enjoy a twenty minute golf cart trip across the verdant fairways of River Bend Golf Course.  Everyone is welcome,  even those who've never held club.  There's no dress code either.
However,  if you're not a fan of murderous ghouls, haunted bridges and malevolent scarecrows, you may wish to abstain from this round... it's not one you can win.
It's the “Haunting at River

Cigar Guy Humor-Is there a Male/Female Disconnect?

. The finish was dramatic and the ensuing celebrations were raucous, but it's mid-October and the 2010 Ryder Cup has been relegated to history. 

We'll retain memories of lavender sweaters and rain delays... and the roar of the crowd at the 17th on that riveting final day when Graeme McDowell punched an iron to six feet.  We won't soon forget Hunter Mahan's tears at the press conference that

Exceptionally, A Tuesday Post from Golf Girl World.

By Jordan Farr aka. Golf Girl Junior

As you may have noticed... or not... I didn't post my normal Thursday update last week. There are a couple of reasons for this:

1) Thursday was my birthday and all the celebrating distracted me.
2) Golf Girl zipped off to Vegas without me and I was... irked.
3) I was diligently working on a multitude of admin projects and just didn't have a minute for the

A first LPGA victory for IndyCar Golfer Beatriz Recari

It's 2:00am Eastern time on Monday morning.

 I'm just back from a remarkable weekend in Las Vegas at Blogworld Expo. 

I was there as part of a panel on Women in Sports Media... a multifaceted topic to say the least.  I'll have more on the event later in the week but the highlight was without a doubt people I met.

On the panel with me was Kathleen Hessert, a true visionary in the "sports and

Why You Should Burn Your Scorecards

A guest post by: Greg D'Andrea 

People always ask me;  Greg, do you really stink at golf or is the Golf Stinks blog just a gimmick? Well, the truth is, it depends on what your definition of “stink” is. If you ask Rickie Fowler or Tiger Woods to look at my game, hands down they would say I stink at golf. In fact, most of you would probably agree.

But if you ask someone who’s just

Only Two Things - Mars, Venus & The Favre Sext Case

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There's been no shortage of sex scandals in the sports world of late. Some have flown under the radar, while others have dominated world news... and water-cooler conversation...  for days.

The latest...  now commonly known as the Favre Sext Case... has many of the elements seen in other recent scandals: a sexy sidelines reporter, a male athlete misbehaving and copious use of technology for

Birdies & Bunnies & Tillinghast - Playboy Scramble

 Here in the northeast our golfing days are numbered.

It's becoming more and more difficult to find our errant balls among the russet leaves that litter the fairways... and even at mid-day the sun is no longer warm enough to tempt us to remove our sweaters.

It's the time of year many of us reflect on our golf games and the progress we've made... or not made... during the summer

G Women Magazine - The Golf Girl's Choice

by Jordan Farr, aka Golf Girl JuniorLately I’ve been thinking, “what would Golf Girl put in a magazine if she were to create one?” Well, the other day I happened upon G Women Magazine, and it all came together... this is exactly the magazine she’d come up with! So, I guess it’s no surprise that I found it... in her living room.What really got me excited was when I saw the feature on a Spa Golf

Y. E. Yang - Korea Open Win & AsiaOne Ascension

Yang Yong-Eun has been know to come from behind.

He did it, famously, when he won the 91st PGA Championship; his memorable first major.  There, the unassuming South Korean overcame a two-shot deficit going into the final round, to finish three strokes ahead of his playing partner... who happened to be Tiger Woods.

It was a victory that changed his life. With it he became the first Asian-born

Cristie Kerr - 3 strokes ahead at LPGA Navistar Classic

If you were following the third round of the Navistar Classic today you probably found yourself thinking of the 2010 LPGA Championship, and the Sunday a few months ago in in Pittsford, NY, when Cristie Kerr won her second major ...by an unprecedented 12-shot margin.

That victory broke a number of records and allowed Cristie to achieve one of her life's goals: to become the number one female

The Thursday Post from Golf Girl World

by Jordan Farr, aka Golf Girl JuniorHey there GGD Readers!Once again it’s time for my Thursday post! But I don’t suppose I really need to tell you that as I assume it’s already on your Calenders... right? And, speaking of Calenders, October is a special month for Golf Girl Media. Not only is it my birthday month (a national holiday is in the works), but more importantly, it’s Breast Cancer

Only Two Things - Divergent Opinions on espnW

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As you  may have heard,  ESPN is planning to launch a new brand. It'll start out online  - with a blog, social media and mobile elements - and it'll be known as espnW.  The focus will be sports programming for women.   It's a concept that's been incubating for a while with the "worldwide leader in sports" and the idea is that if things go well espnW will eventually sit side-by-side with ESPN2,

Of Ryder Cup Jaegerbombs and Euro-US Banter

Rory McIlroy shared details of what sounds like a festive post-Ryder Cup evening.

It appears the solid gold trophy was put to good use.  Further tweets indicate that a rousing ping pong competition ensued, with Woods/Mickelson dominating the table.

Japan Women's Open - Mika Miyazato Breaks Through

She's the "other" Miyazato. Less famous... for the time-being... than current World Number 1.

Mika Miyazato grabbed her first professional title yesterday, by winning the prestigious Japan Women's Open by six strokes.

This maiden maiden victory on the JLPGA must certainly have been sweet for Mikan, considering what happened a year ago.  At the same 2009 event Miyazato entered the final

Ryder Cup Rain & Golf at the Commonwealth Games

Europe has been looking quite dominant at Celtic Manor since play resumed earlier today under a precarious double rainbow.
However, with the tournament set to spill into Monday, the outcome is far from decided.  The Monday finish... and controversy regarding tickets...  once again provided a Bethpage flashback.  It's inherently difficult to administrate weather issues at events this big.

But for

"Mashed Potato" and Other Acceptable Golf Shouts

Despite excessive sogginess,  the crowds on day one of the 2010 Ryder Cup held it together admirably.

As darkness fell on the saturated Celtic Manor course, fans filed out via muddy footpaths, dodging massive puddles.  Those with a flair for the dramatic called it a disaster. ~ However, watching the rain-delayed event from here on the east coast of the US, I was reminded... quite vividly... of

Thursday Update from Golf Girl World

I'll be doing a regular "Thursday Update" from now on. It's just a quick update on what's going on behind the scenes at Golf Girl Media.

This has been SUCH a crazy week!

As an official member of the Golf Girl Media team, I’ve been doing everything sending off various emails to various people.... for various reasons, and working on ways to make Golf Girl Media, not only a company but... um,

Of Princes & Ballgowns & Beautiful Ryder Cup Birdies

Team USA
Team Europe
They wore plumage of fine silk and frothy taffeta... in midnight black, icy white or one of several jewel tones.  
The inelegant acronym that's so often used to describe them was forgotten, at least for this one night. 
There were no WAGs at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium for the Ryder Cup's official function opening on Tuesday evening.  The wives and girlfriends were allowed,

Only Two Things - The Professional Athlete's Partner

Ryder Cup week has been underway for a couple days now and we're quickly getting to know an international cast of WAGs.

We saw them as they first set foot on Welsh soil... disembarking with their partners from the team's aircraft... and later, sitting primly in rows for a fashion show.  A classically posed group shot is already making the rounds.

There have already been numerous stories of

I Tweet U Not - The Ryder Cup Twitter Rule

by Jordan FarrWhether or not you think the newly-enacted Ryder Cup “no tweet law" belongs in the “Stupid Law Book” ... you should know it’s has been implemented for a reason. What that reason is, I don’t think anyone quite knows for sure. However, what is clear is that some golfers believe it’s down right silly, unfair and quite... um... ignorable.The European team’s ever-so-social Ian Poulter

Monday Eclectic - A weekly Collection of Notable Links

Interesting, under-reported golf stories... or well-written renderings of the most talked about events. ~ Innovative and unusual products, provocative people, inviting places. ~ That’s Monday Eclectic.

At Lisa Horn's awesome Fox Sports Tweet Tweet a sartorially sensitive exchange between @stewartcink, @IanJamesPoulter and @PaulAzinger was revealed. It seems to indicate that a certain lavender

Camilo Villegas, Nudity & The Messed-up Game of Golf

.by Jordan FarrHoly Nakedness... a gentleman golfer posing nude!?!Camilo Villegas, one of the World’s top golfers and a perennial Golf Girl favorite, will be appearing in the upcoming Body Issue of ESPN Magazine in the buff... nekkid, as they say in today’s lingo ~ And here’s the thing: no one’s really making that big a deal of it.At first this surprised me, you see, I’m still getting to know

Molinari - Rocca - Colmar : The Elegance of Italian Golf

Earlier this year Edoardo Molinari said that Colmar was "...a brand in sync with his personality and tastes".

He's a global ambassador for the iconic Italian apparel company and is often one of the best dressed golfers on the course. ~ For 80 years,  the company has been well known for its golf apparel...  ski jackets and snow suits as well.

The brand was actually launched in 1923, when

"Golf Girl Junior" - Presenting Jordan Farr

As you may have noticed, there's lots going on in Golf Girl World these days. So much so that it's become tough to keep up! Which is quite frustrating.

To that end, I want to introduce you to Jordan... or Golf Girl Junior, as she's been calling herself... who from this point forward will be assisting me here at Golf Girl Media. As such she'll be making regular appearances on this blog and will

Only Two Things - The World of a Beverage Cart Girl

On a warm summer day, when you've got a couple of hours of golf ahead of you, there's no sight more welcome than the beverage cart. As it pulls up to the tee... with an attractive young lady at the wheel... golfers tend to smile. The prospect of an icy brew and a bit of lighthearted banter is always inspiring.But what's life really like for these peppy purveyors of on-course refreshment... and

Swashbuckling Laura Davies & World Golf Hall of Fame

Like Arnold Palmer, Seve Ballesteros and Chi Chi Rodriguez, Laura Davies has a style that some have described as swashbuckling. Flamboyant, adventurous, swaggering ...at risk of sounding sexist, it's not a style one normally associates with ladies. But this lady is is a golf icon and without a doubt, the most accomplished English female golfer of modern times. That she's got a passion for

Monday Eclectic - Weekly Collection of Notable Links

Interesting, under-reported golf stories or well-written renderings of the most talked about events.Innovative or unusual products... provocative people... inviting places. Once a week..or so, I'll link you up with my discoveries, here at Tuesday Saturday Monday Eclectic.In case you didn't know it... because I sure didn't... irons can be really, really pretty. These, by Dbot5, certainly qualify.

A Busy Fall Week for LPGA Star Cristie Kerr

As green leaves turn gold and days grow shorter, summer is a fast-fading memory in and around New York City. However despite the tinge of regret that inevitably marks the season's end, a New York fall is always something to look forward to, as it inevitably brings with it a delightful, multi-hued foliage display and a new series of cultural events, festivals and museum shows. ~ September can be a

お誕生日おめでとうございます 石川 遼

"Happy birthday, Ryo-san :D" "I so love you Ryo ~ ♥" "かわいい happy birthday *<:-P" "Happy Birthday!! ずっと応援してます!! I love your smile(^^)" "I love everything about you Ryo and you're so handsome! I hope to see you one day,cause you make me scream whenever I see you, I LOVE YOU!!!! =DDDDDDD" "I love your trousers! youre awesome!" "Happy Birthday to you ♪♫•*¨*•.¸¸♥ ¸¸.•*¨*•♫♪ Happy Birthday to you

Only Two Things - The Female Sports Scribe's Plight

It's the water cooler topic du jour" ...and a great subject for today's show. It's being called the "Ines Sainz situation" by some, Ines Sainz being the little known NFL sideline reporter who's found herself at the center of a Media Maelstrom after an incident on Saturday involving several NY Jets, a pair of skin-tight jeans, and some stereotypically boorish behavior. The basic situation not new:

I'll Be Talkin Golf Today... at TalkinGolf Radio

TalkinGolf is a multi-faceted internet golf radio station founded and run by Rod Morri, a highly engaging, ultra-energetic Sidney, Australia-based golf writer.Rod covers all kinds of golf stories from all over the world... and always keeps it interesting. I'll be on with Rod today, Tuesday, at 5:00PM ET and we'll be talking about the fun side of golf. Listen in at TalkinGolf.com or at the

These Days No One's as Awesome as Rafael Nadal

For now, I think it's safe to say that Rafa is untouchable in his awesomeness. For one thing he just won his first U.S. Open and at the same time completed a career Grand Slam. And many feel that at only 24, he's on his way to becoming the best of all time. As I wrote just a few days ago he also plays golf... plays it well too. He played with Fred Couples a few months ago and the easy-going

Ryder Cup Aesthetic - Lisa Pavin vs Tommy Hilfiger

Normally we'd be expecting to see red at the upcoming Ryder Cup. Along with white and blue, the patriotic color pallet has always been considered de rigueur, with sometimes dubious results. According to what's been revealed thus far however, the 2010 team will be sporting a variety of looks... largely retro-inspired... and they'll be rather light on the red, white and blue. The 2010 collection

Summer's Over... But The Birdie Sisters Play On

The Birdie Sisters had an ultra-busy summer; working hard on their games while competing in tournaments all over the country. And though school is back in session, golf goes on for Myah and Erica Jackson. In fact, over the weekend they participated in "The Legend Tour" a Ted Rhodes charity event benefiting Local Junior Golf Programs and a Ted Rhodes Scholarship to the HBCU’S golf programs. It was

Saturday Eclectic - A Collection of Notable Golf Links

Interesting, under-reported golf stories or well-written renderings of the most talked about events.Innovative or unusual products... provocative people... inviting places. Once a week...ish, I'll link you up with my discoveries, here at Tuesday Saturday Eclectic.The Awesome Queen of Sports brought the Awesome Michelle Wie's new Kia commercial to my attention.Lee Myring, a reader from the UK,

The Links at Terranea - An Extraordinary 9-hole par 3

When talk turns to "growing the game of golf" ...as it frequently does these days in golf media circles... one of the most often suggested initiatives is the development... and promotion... of shorter layouts. Taking into consideration that cost, time and difficulty are the three most frequently cited factors in the decision to give up the game... or play fewer rounds... you'd think there'd be a

Only Two Things - Of Tiger Woods & Ryder Cup Wives

Choosing this week's topic was a classic no-brainer. Yesterday morning's announcement that the world's number one golfer would be on Captain Corey Pavin's US Ryder Cup team, launched into high gear the feigned indignation... not to mention the myriad jokes about resentful wives... that have been circulating since early summer. For weeks now in golf forums and on message boards, there's been

Rafa Nadal: Sexy Spanish Golf Guy Also Plays Tennis

Yes, he does play tennis. Quite well too, in fact he's currently No. 1 in the world. However, this is a golf blog so that's what we're focusing on here. You see, Rafa plays golf too. Often with fellow SSGG Sergio Garcia. Señor Nadal is a regular at the El Castelló Masters ProAm, which Sergio hosts in his home town. Both golf and tennis fans come out en masse for the event, particularly female

MAJ, Molinari, Manassero - The Sexiest Golf Video Ever

A Slow Week at the Omega European Masters is a four minute video brought to you by the European Tour... and as you will see, it takes SFW golf porn to a whole new level. I fully realize that "sexy"... more than most things in life... is subjective. However, in this particular case I'm quite sure most will agree with my assessment. After all, the leading man in this elegant court métrage is the

Like Fine Wines, European Golfers Improve With Age

On the European Tour today, 46 was the optimum age for winning. ...and it applied to the ladies as well as the lads.in Crans-sur-Sierre, Switzerland, European Tour veteran Miguel Angel Jimenez took home the OMEGA European Masters, while LET icon Laura Davies captured the UNIQUA Open in Wiener Neustadt, Austria. Both players have the kind of distinctive style and amazing talent that make them

Maria Verchenova's Awesome Facebook Profile Photo

She's a professional golfer and a fashion designer. Her favorite golf course is in South Africa, and when it comes to cuisine she favors Italian. Maria Verchenova is the epitome of a global golfer... and judging from her current facebook profile photo, she's pretty resourceful when if comes to air travel. Maria's got a fanpage too... and a website. If you're very intrepid, you can try to keep up

Only Two Things - Who Cheats More - Men or Women?

This week an LPGA cheating scandal hit the internet. In involves accusations based on secondhand accounts, and some suspect that an ugly element of anti-Korean xenophobia may have come into play because the accuser, LPGA caddy/blogger, Larry Smich has a history of "issues" with Korean players. The situation is currently under investigation and I think it's wise to reserve judgment until the facts

Of Tiger Stalkers, Sex Journalists & Golf Media Guidelines

No doubt about it, we're living in an era of unprecedented change when it comes to communications and media. "The old way of doing things just won't cut it anymore." ~ That phrase has become a well-worn cliche, and the changes that have taken place in reporting, writing and publishing sports news have already been epic. They've happened very quickly too. To the extent that lines are being blurred

Tuesday Eclectic - A Weekly Collection of Notable Links

Interesting, under-reported golf stories or well-written renderings of the most talked about events. Innovative or unusual products... provocative people... inviting places. Once a week I'll link you up with my discoveries, here at Tuesday Eclectic.Show and Tell: The Latest Video from Show me The Golf is fun and entertaining. As always.Meet Miss Par: An awesome new site by Christina Ricci, author

The Marvelous Molinaris Make History... Again

Over the past 10 months, Francesco and Edoardo Molinari have made history numerous times.It happened twice in one tournament when they won the OMEGA Mission Hills World Cup last November. There they were the first pair of brothers AND the first Italians to ever win the event.Then there was Accenture Match Play in February, where they became the first set of brothers to take part in a World Golf

Playmate Shannon James on the Art of the Golf Hookup

Shannon James is one of Playboy's most popular playmates; a brown-eyed platinum blonde with a stunning... smile. Among other attributes. As hostess at the Playboy Golf events that take place all over the country, this playmate spends quite a bit of time on the golf course. And in Playboy.com's popular column, The Hookup, she recently offered advice to golf guys on how to best link up with ladies

David Williams Solves Golf Memorabilia Mystery

My compliments to David Williams of Willow Golf in Melbourne, Australia.His response was the last one to come in today, and... he got it right. ~ The dainty looking object of mint green glass... with the tiny duffer on top... is actually a lighter that dates back to golf's golden age. There were many valiant attempts to identify the odd little item, but in the end, Mr. Williams' answer was the

The Mystery Deepens Around an Enigmatic Golf Item

NightLight, lamp, music box, egg-warmer, thimble, electric jello mold, snuff box, heater, radio, buzzer, envelope sealer. All good guesses but not one of them is correct. Or even that close. So I've posted another view of the enigmatic item. I'll also give you a couple of hints: * To clarify scale, the perforated circular inset shown above on the bottom of the piece is about the size of a nickel.

Golf Memorabilia: Rare & Wonderful, but What is It?

According to the experts this little item is probably from the twenties. It's made out of green jadeite, in an art deco style and yes that's a golfer on the top, made of base metal with remnants of silverplate. It is electric, and in full working condition. But what does it do?

Only Two Things - Do Guys Care What They Wear?

You've probably seen them at your course: Dowdy Dan and Sloppy Sam. Lumpy Larry and Baggy Bill will often round out the unfashionable foursome. The clothes they wear are classic... but not in the good sense. No... I mean in the unimaginative, oversize sense... that such men swear by. Muted colors, conservative cuts... outfits that look like afterthoughts. Meanwhile, many/most lady golfers dress

Did Journalists Inspire Obama Golf Style Makeover?

One of the more divisive dress code issues in golf is the one that involves cargo shorts; the enormously popular, sometimes voluminous, multi-pocketed shorts that first appeared on the fashion scene in the early 90s. Cargo shorts can be worn in varying lengths but are distinguished by the quantity and capacity of their pockets. Early on the look was almost exclusively associated with Fratboy

Arjun Atwal Win Adds to Golf Globalization Story

Early this year I wrote about the Avantha Masters, a € 1.5 million tournament, tri-sanctioned between the European Tour, the Asian Tour and the Professional Golf Tour of India. At that time many were pointing to it as evidence of the growing strength of the Asian Tour... and the increasing role India might play in it.India has tended to go somewhat "under the radar" on the Global Golf scene, when

Birdies & Bunnies & Tillinghast: Playboy Scramble NY

Let's say you love golf, but you've grown a bit weary of the ongoing Dustin Johnson/Whistling Straits story... and you don't quite feel ready to tackle that 82-page volume called, "The Rules of Golf". Perhaps it's the perfect time to consider a... lighter, less draconian... kind of golf event. I'm talking about the Playboy Scramble, said by many to be the worlds most unique and exciting golf

A Final Thought - Was Dustin Johnson Just too Cool?

When what's now come to be called "Bunker-Gate" went down... on the 18th hole at Whistling Straits a few days ago... there was something that immediately occurred to me. It's something that hasn't really been discussed, but I think it was illustrated... to a degree... in a recent post by the intrepid and engaging Stephanie Wei at Wei Under Par. Here's what I'm talking about: it seems there's a

Only Two Things - The Elusive Female Sports Fan

The LPGA is preparing to tee off tomorrow at Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club northwest of Portland OR and the mood is cautiously optimistic. The Safeway Classic is the tour's longest-running non-major event, and one player's particularly enjoy for what they describe as "a family atmosphere, of long-established friendships and warm relationships with sponsors and organizers". Then of course, there are the

Golfer Wins a Million at Zo's Million Dollar Shootout (updated)

It was an awesome event... made even more so by the fact that there was a winner! Alonzo Mourning's 7th annual Million Dollar Shootout took place today at the spectacular Trump National Golf Course... where on the par-three 13th, one player managed a hole in one... winning a cool million. I'm uploading some video and will have more for you tomorrow.Update: Check out some more of my photos from

The PGA Championship, Martin Kaymer & German Golf

When Martin Kaymer won the Abu Dhabi Championship in mid-January, he called his final round 6-under 66, "The nicest round of golf I have ever played on the European Tour.”

While he probably wouldn't call yesterday's contentious conclusion to PGA Championship "nice",  he did emerge as the winner... of a major championship... and Germany's first potential successor to Bernhard Langer's golf glory.

Zo's Million Dollar Shootout - 1 Day, 1 Shot, 1 Million

OK, How could this be anything but awesome? By being beyond awesome. ~ That would be my only guess. Zo's Million Dollar Shootout will take place on August 16 and it'll certainly be wonderful, because when it comes to hosting charity golf tournaments, Alonzo Mourning is as good as it gets. The seven-time NBA All-Star hosts several such events each year benefiting his Alonzo Mourning Charities. A

GolfStinks - One Year of Unorthodox Golf Insight

I'm notoriously bad with birthdays but occasionally I manage to catch one before it's too late. To that end, I want wish a Happy 1st to guys at GolfStinks. These days new golf blogs come and go like the wind on a coastal course, so a full year of consistently clever posts... at regular intervals... is something of an accomplishment. And when the posts are written in a voice I can relate to... ie.

Women on Course - A Great Way to Get Into Golf

As a passionate recreational golfer who always (seriously... always) has a great time on the golf course, I'm surprised at how often women tell me they hate the game. Upon further questioning it usually turns out that they've had "an experience"... on a golf course or at a golf center... that's made them uncomfortable. So uncomfortable that they've decided the benefits of the game... fresh air,

Golf Grows in Brooklyn - A Clinic with Cristie Kerr

Though the PGA of America was founded in New York City most don't think of the Big Apple as a golf town. In fact, for a time the city's public courses had been the subject of ridicule. Their club houses were crumbling and the fairways bedraggled. Greens were frequently bumpy and burned out.Changes came in 1983 when the Department of Parks and Recreation turned golf course operation over to

Only Two Things - Of Red Tees and Big Egos

This is a topic I've written about before: Playing from the ladie's tees... red tees... front tees. As I wrote last year, there seems to be an invisible emasculation demarcation line on American golf courses that men know not to cross. It varies depending on the number of tee boxes, but there's never any question about where it lies... and if a man crosses it, he may as well be playing golf in a

Golf Games: Sex + Justin Bieber = A Birdie on Twirdie

... and it happened at Rabbit Hill on my first attempt. OK you're probably wondering about my headline... and/or thinking it was the most gratuitous attempt at link baiting you'd ever encountered. But here's the thing, there's nothing gratuitous about it. I'm writing about an amazing online golf game, and once you try it I think you'll see what I mean.Twirdie looks... and sounds... like a lot of

Wanted: Excellent Golfer With a Classy Golf Wardrobe

Do you know Jill Flint? How about Jill Casey? I've got to say, I didn't know either of them until about a half hour ago. They're actually the same person, because Ms. Casey plays Jill Flint on the USAnetwork cable series, Royal Pains. A show about doctors practicing in the Hamptons, New York's elegant coastal community.It sounds like the requested golf wardrobe should be pleasingly preppy, after

Global Golf Adventures - Nepal's Lofty Links

In the 60s and 70 Nepal was a magnet for idealistic young globetrotters traveling overland on modest budgets in search of spiritual enlightenment... and/or cheap cannabis. They they came from all corners of the world and stayed for just a few dollars a night in the rustic hostels on Kathmandu's Freak Street. Flash forward a few decades. Freak street is still there, in the heart of Kathmandu,

Golf Course Streakers Use Velcro for Quick Stripping

Some called it a yawn... others labeled it a snooze fest. In both cases the implication was that the runaway win of affable, understated Louis Oosthuizen, made the 2010 Open Championship about as exciting as a slo-mo game of Shuckle.However, what few realized was that the potential for mayhem was, in fact there, lurking among the friendly faces of avid golf fans in the galleries of the Old Course

Women's Golf Equipment - Athletic vs Aesthetic

Tonight's show may deal with equipment, but it's actually about much more than that. You see, a couple of weeks ago I happened to be artfully procrastinating diligently networking on Twitter and caught a conversational snippet that intrigued me. It went something like this: Random gentleman asks popular professional golfer (male) for advice on buying women's clubs for his 17 year-old daughter.

Blue Law Bargains & BYOB for Stornoway's Sunday Golfers

Stornoway Golf Club lies on the grounds of a Victorian castle in the town of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Scotland. The 18 hole golf course has trim, sloping fairways lined with mature woodland, and panoramic views of Stornoway Harbour. Stornoway is reputed to be a friendly and sociable club where visitors are made to feel welcome. The course is host a number of amateur events including the recent

Pick a PGA Championship Look for Álvaro Quirós ...

... and see if you can make him look really good. Not much of a challenge there I'm afraid. The swarthy, 6'3" Spaniard would probably look good in a potato sack... or just about anything else you threw on him. So it'll be a breeze to choose a stellar PGA Championship look for sexy Señor Quirós from Callaway's awesome new Spring 2011 apparel line. You can vote for your favorite at the Callaway

For Bernhard Langer, Global Golf is Second Nature

Winning two majors... back-to-back... is an extraordinary feat in and of itself, but throw an ocean, a continent, and an eight hour time difference between them and it becomes a once-in-history achievement. That Bernhard Langer is the one who did it, demonstrates not only the stellar level of his current game, but also perhaps the fact that the German hall-of-famer has developed a particular

Celebrate Your Ace With Filet Mignon for Four

As if an ace wasn't awesome enough all by itself.Throughout the month of August, Omaha Steaks will add extra sizzle to the accomplishment with their “Hole in One” promotion. The fifth-generation, family-owned company would like to reward all golfers who hit a hole-in-one this month, with a 4-pack of their awesome Omaha Steaks Filet Mignon. Anyone in the US that achieves an ace (on a hole of at

Glam on the Green - A Shiny New Online Golf Shop

No two ways about it, the era of unattractive golf clothing is officially over. I'm not saying hideous golf fashion is extinct. Not at all... it's not even an endangered species... but nowadays there are definitely options. Myriad options... for golfers of all shapes and sizes. For young and old(er).And shopping has never been so simple. More and more online golf shops are launching... they're

A Cute Little Smiley Face Golf Girl

I'm not generally a fan of smileys, but I've got to admit I find this one pretty cute.

Only Two Things: A "Men Only" Grill - OK or No Way?

This is a touchy one. The Men's Grill, that bastion that exists at many clubs... it's often a bar/casual dining establishment... it may involve cigars and/or cards and/or a big screen TV or two. The common denominator however is that women are not permitted inside. Sometimes they're given their own "room" sometimes not, either way though the "Men Only" room is off limits to the "fairer sex"...

My Search for an Awesome Sunday Golf Bag

So that's what I'm looking for. They used to call them "Sunday bags", but now I hear people referring to them as "range bags". I want something like the one in the illustration at left. These over-the-shoulder appear to have been popular at the Home of Golf in bygone years, as illustrated in the charming vintage poster at left. I'm looking for something light... something that accommodates

Au Revoir Evian, a l'Année Prochaine.... Bisous!

I'm always sad to see the Evian Masters end. Falling as it does in late July, I tend associate the end of the tournament with the beginning of the end of summer. I know we still have a month or more left but the days are already getting shorter and subliminally I've already renounced some of the more ambitious summer adventures I fantasized about in late Spring. The garden party I talked about

Jiyai Shin - The Final Round Queen Wins Evian Masters

Just a few weeks after an emergency appendectomy, Jiyai Shin is once again living up to her nickname. She grabbed her seventh LPGA victory at the Evian Masters today with a nine-foot putt on the last hole, finishing one shot ahead of Morgan Pressel, Choi Na Yeon and Alexis Thompson.The win will likely place the the spirited South Korean back on top again in the rapidly changing Rolex Rankings.Oh.

Growing Golf: Of Shorter Layouts & Obvious Solutions

It seems like a classic no-brainer. The fact is, recreational golf is struggling. A spate of recent reports lament course closings, fewer rounds being played and Golf businesses battling with the bottom line and a shrinking customer base. There are numerous reasons given for the decline, but most will agree that at least one of three major factors: cost, time and difficulty can be found somewhere

Evian Masters 2010 - Maria Verchenova's Flirty Skirts

Flirty is actually an understatement. Bright yellow and ultra ruffly, the multi-tiered mini that Maria wore at the Evian Masters yesterday went beyond flirty. It's certainly the most... feminine... golf skirt I've ever seen. It brings a fun, festive look to the course... and I totally Love it. The designer of this flirty skirt is well known in golf circles, but not so much in the fashion design

Only Two Things: Are Americans Puritanical?

The best women golfers in the world are in Europe right now. They're in Evian-Les-Bains, a magically beautiful place between the shores of Lake Geneva and the towering peaks of the French Alps, getting ready for this week's the Evian Masters. We'll be talking about this popular tournament in the the first part of our show tonight... as well the recent Open Championship and the upcoming Ricoh

Rambling Rory McIlroy will Play in 2010 Egyptian Open

The increasingly global nature of professional golf was a hot topic during the Open Championship last week. As the final round played out on the windy fairways of the Old Course at St. Andrews, the leaderboard was festooned with flags of many colors, including a pair each from South Africa, England, Sweden and Spain and one each from Germany, Ireland and Northern Ireland. Asia was present too...

Awesome Alpine Golf - The 2010 Evian Masters

There's not a more breathtaking venue on any golf tour than Evian Les Bains. On the southern shore of Lake Geneva, its verdant landscape is backed the towering snow capped French Alps. There's a tree-lined lakeside promenade, lined with trees and elegant gardens, and there are numerous chateaus and spas. I spent a week in Evian almost 10 years ago when I lived in Paris, and was charmed by the

Of Turtlenecks and Polo Shirts - the 2010 British Open

It's a look that's been around forever, but I've certainly never see so much of it... at least not in one place. I'm talking about the "short-sleeved-polo shirt-over-a-long sleeved-undershirt" look.In the past, at the Open Championship... and other events where the weather was blustery... a more traditional sweater-over-a-polo-shirt, (possibly topped by a wind shirt or jacket) was the way most

At The Chiquita Classic: A Stenson-Inspired Striptease

While multiple layers were being worn by many at the Open Championship on the Old Course at St. Andrews, it was a far different story half way around the world in Cincinnati, OH. That's where the Nationwide Tour is this week for the Chiquita Classic, and with the temperature hovering around 90, and humidity factoring in, there is certainly no need for Under Armour. In fact, in a scene

Cristie Kerr Women’s Health Center Now Open

You may remember the hardhat Cristie Kerr wore almost one year ago to announce the groundbreaking for the Cristie Kerr Women’s Health Center in Jersey City, NJ. Well, a year goes by and the center is now open... along with the LibertyHealth Imaging Center... on the campus of Jersey City Medical Center, taking appointments and seeing patients at the first full-service breast cancer center in

St. Andrews Awesomeness - Ryo Ishikawa in Pink

A few weeks ago Ryo Ishikawa hit the fairways of Pebble Beach in an outfit so impressively pink it inspired an admiring tweet from Paula Creamer. The shade was bubblegum... but not just any bubblegum, I'm talking the really bright kind. As in, Bubblicious Strawberry Splash. That however, was California, the birthplace of Malibu Barbie. Clearly Scotland calls for something more understated...

Bonne fête aux golfeurs et golfeuses de la France

Défilés et feux d'artifices... et peut-être même une partie de golf. ~ Alors, bonne fête French friends!We call it Bastille Day over here, and generally we celebrate by drinking Champagne. Alors, yay! I played golf with my J'adore Paris tees today. It was awesome... and magnifique!All the other golfers were coveting them and... I might add... attempting to steal them. After all, what could be

Ladies at the 19th Hole-Tonight on "Only Two Things"

The proverbial 19th Hole, that pub on or near the golf course where golfers go for a drink after a round. It's a fun place where the delights... and disasters... of the day can be rehashed, convivially, over a beer or cocktail. ~ But are ladies always welcome? Or, on the contrary, are they welcomed... a bit too warmly? This debate arose out of a couple emails I received recently within days of

A Little Tartan Book Signing & Golf in New Canaan.

Elm Street Books is a warm and welcoming place. ~ It's an independent bookstore where general manager Kathleen Millard and her staff greet many shoppers by name. ~ They carry an awesomely eclectic mix of books plus a unique selection of toys and gifts.New Canaan and it's neighboring towns are home to a substantial number of golfers. The New Canaan Country Club features a tight, tree lined

Keeping Up With the Birdie Sisters

They're a lot busier than the Kardashians, and they don't even have a reality show... yet. Not to say there won't be one in the future, but for the time being, Erica and Myah Jackson have too much else going on. "Busy" doesn't even begin to describe what their days are like. To get an idea of what I'm talking about, check out their June/July schedule:June 1: Chicago Public Schools’ Golf

The Molinari Brothers - Inspired Italian Golf

Just a few months ago most Americans... including many who consider themselves ardent golf fans... knew nothing of the Molinari brothers. And if asked to name an Italian golfer they'd likely need to refer to the Google. Some however, would remember the 1995 Open Championship, when Constantino Rocca, a wonderfully demonstrative Italian, sank a 60 foot putt on the 18th at St Andrews to make the

A Saturday Signing at Awesome Elm Street Books

I'm going to be in the charming Southwestern CT town of New Canaan tomorrow, for a book signing event at Elm Street Books. New Canaan is a great place to spend a Saturday. It's a town with lots of history, many unique and eclectic shops a wide array of dining options. Elm Street Books is the quintessential community bookstore. It's warm and welcoming and clearly presided over with care. It's a

Win An Awesome Open Championship Tribute

As a golf history buff I would have loved to be at St. Andrews for the upcoming Open Championship and the 150th birthday of the renowned course, but there's just no way I could fit a trip to Scotland next week... and believe me I tried.Yesterday however, I received a copy of "THE OPEN: Golf's Oldest Major" a gorgeous new book by golf writer, architect and historian Donald Steele, which is

Spain & Netherlands Compete for World & Ryder Cups

So it turns out a couple of ancient adversaries (remember the Dutch Revolts back in the middle ages?) will be facing off in the 2010 World Cup final. The match will take place Sunday at Soccer City Stadium in Johannesburg. The Netherlands vs Spain? Who saw that coming? I mean really. When Spain lost to Switzerland in their first match even some avid España fans had their doubts... and since the

Oakmont Eats Golfers for Breakfast... One by One

That's what they say... and players are preparing for an epically challenging U.S. Women's Open, made more grueling by a record breaking heatwave. World number one Cristie Kerr called it "...one of the hardest courses I've ever seen" ...and I think we can assume she's seen a few hard courses. I'll be in Oakmont for Saturday's round which is especially awesome because I didn't think I'd be able

Only Two Things - The Career-Family Conundrum

The topic is cominig up a lot lately, particularly where the LPGA tour is concerned: Can women do both? Can they play golf at a top level, AND thrive as wife and mother? Does an increasingly global tour mean more "early retirements?" ~ That's what we'll be talking about tonight on "Only Two Things". We'll be broadcasting from 9:30 - 10:30PM ET. And you can weigh in, on Air. Use call-in number

Sexy World Cup Avatars & An Exotic Golf Discovery

OK, The World Cup. Not a golf event but a global sporting event significant enough that I'd feel remiss in ignoring it.So it's down to four teams. And that's part of the problem for us casual fans of futbol/Soccer. Like in golf when Tiger's not playing and the casual fans drop out... or just shift their attention elsewhere. Well the USA (for patriotic reasons) and Brazil (for other reasons) were

Alstom Open de France & The French Ryder Cup Bid

No matter how old you are, repeatedly being told you're the oldest... anything... has got to get old pretty quickly.

By the time Miguel Angel Jimenez lifted the ornate silver trophy yesterday at Golf National, I'd guess he was already quite sick of hearing how he was the tournament's oldest winner. As you've probably heard, he won the Alstom Open de France... and as soon as he did

And In Rickie Fowler News, The British Open Just Got Brighter

The news came in the form of a status update on his Facebook fan page: "Just found out I will be taking the John Deere Classic Charter flight over Sunday night to play in the British Open next week!!"Rickie, who's ranked 37th in the world, got into the Open Championship field... along with Jeff Overton... by being one of the two highest-ranked players, not already exempt.At this point the

Golf Just Got Sexier - Poodle at the Tenerife Ladies Open

There's no shortage of sizzle in Tenerife this weekend. The ruggedly beautiful Spanish Island... which lies off the coast of Africa... has long been a popular tourist destination for Northern Europeans in search of sunshine, and for the past several days it's played host to the LET's Tenerife Ladies Open. Buenavista golf course where the tournament is taking place designed by Seve Ballesteros and

Shannon Hall, Birdy & Grace Golf Woman of the Year

She's a real woman with a passion for golf, and that's just what golf apparel company Birdy & Grace was looking for when they set out to find their Golf Woman of the Year. Shannon Hall is a full-time registered nurse, she's also a wife and a mom and does tons of volunteer work. So much for those of us who complain about never having time for golf, right? Shannon makes time for golf because she

LeBron James & Dwyane Wade - Free Agent Swingers

They're clearly the world's most fascinating NBA free agents, but which one has the better golf swing? I don't know the answer to that but I'm guessing someone might. What I have learned is that LeBron tends to play with billionaires, which isn't surprising as he's made no secret of his desire to join their ranks. While sharing a golf cart with Warren Buffet may have allowed Mr. James to pick up

Can Women Golfers be Sexy AND Competitive?

How's that for a pertinent topic? OK, let me clarify. Because I fully realize "sexy" is different things to different people. For this discussion I'm using sexy in the formulaic laddy mag sense. I'm referring to a classic dude's definition... a Maxim-ish characterization that brings to mind women like Jessica Alba, Scarlett Johansson and Kendra Wilkenson ...and pretty much any lady who appears

Memorable Moments - 2010 Travelers Championship

As usual, it seemed to pass by in a heartbeat: the always awesome Travelers Championship. Here in Connecticut its something we've grown up with. For anyone who's spent more than a couple of years here, it's synonymous with summer ...and this year was better than ever. Actually, I think I say that every year, but with the 2010 event coming as it did on the heels of a particularly draconian US

Massive Win for Cristie Kerr at the LPGA Championship

Cristie Kerr's twelve stroke win at the LPGA Championship presented by Wegmans is... without a doubt... one for the ages. After all, it was a major championship on an very tough course, and she dominated (some said annihilated) an ultra-elite field. ~ The victory also broke two tournament records: the 72-hole total of 19-under 269 and the 12-shot margin were both unprecedented. It was simply the

Connecticut Falls in Love With Rickie Fowler

Seated on the sloping hillside that rises above the 18th green like a grass amphitheater, is one of many ways to experience the excitement and drama of the Travelers Championship. I've had the privilege of playing TPC River Highlands several times, and 18th is, by any standards, a dynamic and memorable finishing hole, both from a golfer's perspective and for the fans who flock to it during the

Ready for the Weekend at The Travelers Championship

Friday was awesome. ~ The weather was stellar... if you like Connecticut summer weather... which I do: sunny, high in the low 80s, 68% humidity. Yes, I call that perfect. I walked my favorite holes... 15 - 18 a couple of times then stationed myself at the signature 17th for a couple of hours and watched dozens of beautiful approach shots fly over the water and onto the green. It was

LPGA Championship Well Within Reach for Cristie Kerr

Cristie Kerr goes into the final round of the LPGA Championship Presented by Wegmans with the largest 54-hole lead in LPGA Championship history... and with the coveted Number One in the World title within touching distance.A couple of weeks ago Cristie won the State Farm Classic and I wrote about her sometimes overlooked consistency. The fact that she manages to perform well in whatever

Join us at the Travelers Championship Tweetup Today

You can't miss it. It's a monolithic gray slab and it'll generally have several humans suspended from it. As you head towards the Subway FanZone, there it is, and that's where we'll meet this afternoon at 6:00pm for the Travelers Championship Tweetup. It'll be a great way to... actually, um... meet some of your Tweeps in real life. A novel concept, I know. But it should be fun. So stop by if

Travelers Championship - Appreciation for the Sacrifices

When we spotted the helicopter on a bluff just above the FanZone, between holes 1 and 18, we knew we were in the right place. Ordinarily a military helicopter on a golf course might be disconcerting, but yesterday at at TPC River Highlands we weren't worried, because just beyond it was the Patriots' Outpost, a special hospitality venue for all active, reserve and retired Military Service Members

The Sexy Golfmoolah Girls Enjoy their First Tournament

I first noticed them earlier in the week at the practice range... then saw them again yesterday by the putting green; two very shapely young ladies in very skimpy littleoutfits. The outfits included knee socks, ultra-short skirts and body-hugging tank-tops emblazoned with the logo of their employer GolfMoolah.com.GolfMoolah.com is the home of the GolfMoolah iPhone app, which I've got to say,

Only Two Things - Eye Candy Advertising - OK/No Way?

That's our topic this week, inspired in part by an encounter I had today at the Travelers Championship. Walking the course among the golf fans, golfers, and golf media types. Were two young ladies in decidedly un-golf-like attire. As in tiny tank tops, short skirts and knee socks. They were voluptuous... to say the least. And as such they certainly stood out. People stared... as they would if a

Travelers Championship Golf in CT... for Everyone

CT Gov. M. Jodi Rell is a golfer. A recreational golfer who really works on her game, but that's not the only reason she proclaimed yesterday, Golf Industry Day in Connecticut. A recent study concluded that "Connecticut's golf industry generated a total economic impact of $1.1 billion, supporting nearly 11,570 jobs with $336.6 million of wage income". What's very clear is that golf is good for CT

Travelers Championship - A Fabulous Field Comes to CT

A big week for Connecticut golf fans begins today as Travelers Championship week gets underway at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell. ~ And 2010 is going to feature an awesome player field... as in: 11 Major Champions and 31 players who've won PGA TOUR events in the past two years.And, in addition to the fabulous field, Travelers has a whole slew of events and activities planned, that take fan

Gregory Havret - A French Golfer Rises Above the Fray

Just before going into the final round at the 2010 US Open, Gregory Havret updated his facebook status: "merci a tous.. sincerement, je ne sais pas trop a quoi m attendre, ce qui est sur c est que je me donnerai comme jamais jusqu au dernier shot, j espere vs faire vibrer autant que je vibre!! bises"In other words; "Thank you everyone. I don't really know what to expect, but what I do know, for

2010 US Open - Tiger Woods Brings Electrifying Back

It had been six months since the Tiger Woods accident and ensuing Tiger Woods Scandal... yet we were still waiting for the Tiger Woods return. And while... in the scheme of things... a half a year isn't long at all, this did feel long. ~ OK, it felt endless. To the extent that some had forgotten what it was like for golf to be electrifying. It was heartwarming when Phil Mickelson won the Masters

Rafael Cabrera-Bello & His Amazing US Open Adventure

When I saw the Spanish flag up towards the top of the leaderboard yesterday I didn't immediately think of Rafael Cabrera-Bello. You probably didn't either. Of all the Spaniards in the field he's probably the least known on these shores... and he hasn't really been playing all that well lately. To say the least.Jason Sobel broke it down with this succinct analysis: "Mired in a poor European Tour

Ryo Ishikawa Shines at Pebble in Bubblegum Pink

Of my five unconventional eclectic and quirky US Open picks it was Ryo Ishikawa who fared best in round one... and on so many levels. His game was superlative and his outfit was over-the-top... in a good way. The implausibly young Japanese champion, playing in his first ever US Open, finished just one back and wore and outfit took pink to a whole new level. Of course there were the inevitable

Golf on the Other Coast - The ShopRite LPGA Classic

If you're reading this you've probably spent at least some of the day watching familiar men navigate the dramatic Pacific Coast terrain of Pebble Beach Golf Links. A US Open in an iconic local: for many golf fans it doesn't get better.However, on the opposite side of the country, at Seaview Golf Course... and the ladies of the LPGA who are getting ready to play. They'll be teeing off at the

My Unconventional, Eclectic & Quirky US Open Picks

Tim Clark - I've been a fan of the tenacious South African for a while now, but I never knew he had a posse till I met the awesome Reluctant Jam Boy and he hooked me up with Tim Clark's Posse. I put my Tim Clark posse shirt on last night in support of my first U.E.& Q. pick. Some were skeptical but the way I see it Tim played Pebble Beach in 6 under during the AT&T in February and he's second

Only Two Things - Live from the Jersey Shore

As we always do on "Only Two Things", tonight at 9:30PM ET, we'll be talking Golf and Sex, but this week I'll be broadcasting from Atlantic City, New Jersey where I'm spending a few days at the ShopRite LPGA Classic.Our provocative topic suggested by Brenda from Bryn Mawr, PA: "Are golfer's more likely than non-golfers to be unfaithful?" In her email Brenda explained that the thought occurred to

Hilton Head - Where Golf & Beach Coexist Happily

... and when I say beach, I'm not referring to that biggreen side bunker. I'm talking about the kind that line the shore welcoming swimmers and sunbathers... and castle builders of all ages. ~ To be able to find beaches like that side-by-side with top golf courses is about as good as it gets. That's the first thing I thought about when I checked out some photos of Palmetto Dunes and other Hilton

Golf on the Jersey Shore at the ShopRite LPGA Classic

While others take in the sights and sounds of the Pacific at Pebble Beach, I'm heading down to the Jersey Shore for the ShopRite LPGA Classic. NOT looking forward to the 4 hour drive, but oh well. Anyway, stop back here a bit later today for a first report from the scene. In the meantime checkout the tournament website and facebook page. You can also follow them on Twitter.

Consistent Cristie Kerr Wins State Farm Classic

Weather is something professional golfers are used to dealing with. In fact, the ability to handle various climatic conditions is one of the skills that defines a top player and contributes to the consistency every golfer strives for.Cristie Kerr has been more successful than most in achieving it. So much so that State Journal-Register writer Dave Kane suggested she might be crown "the new queen

Cristie Kerr - Going for the Win & Giving to Her Cause

Cristie Kerr currently holds the lead as the third round continues into the fourth day at the LPGA State Farm Classic. As I write this she's among twenty players yet to finish the third after it was delayed, interrupted and finally suspended by yesterday's capricious weather. Cristie was pragmatic about the suspension that interrupted her stellar start yesterday... she opened with an eagle on the

Foxy Lola Taco - State Farm Scene Stealer

What could be better... on a rainy day... than cuddling with a soft, sweet puppy? You're right, nothing. So... not surprisingly,,, out in Springfield, IL a tiny, fox-like canine who goes by the name of Lola Taco is currently in high demand. She was presented to the world earlier on Black Flamingo by proud momMichelle Wie, who brought little Lola with her to this week's LPGA State Farm Classic.

Golf Digest U.S. Open Challenge - Different Perspectives

A couple of months ago, when the five finalists for the 2010 Golf Digest U.S. Open Challenge were introduced, I was among the many who applauded the selection. ~ One of the things I liked about these contestants... each of whom played at a very high level... was that they were so different from one another. ~ Whereas one year earlier the finalists had been practically indistinguishable... and

"Only Two Things" - Post-Show Wrap Up - 6/10/10

First of all... and once again... mega-thanks to all who listened, followed (in the chat room) and called in. If you didn't catch the show you can listen to a recording here. Note: sound quality is still a work in progress but we're putting a couple of changes in place and next week's audio should be great.The topic: Golf on Mars vs Golf on Venus - Sexual Stereotyping on the Golf Course is one

Brattleboro Country Club - Green Mountain Golf

With the Green Mountains as a backdrop, Brattleboro Country Club offers so many panoramic views and scenic woodland vistas that one could conceivably cry "distraction by dreamy landscape" for any errant shots or mishit drives. I did. Several times.

It's the kind of classic woodland track that undulates across sloping meadows, then winds through picturesque pine groves and into forest clearings.

A Golfer's Hidden Gem in Southeastern Vermont

In an economy that's still somewhat shaky, those dreams of far-flung golf destinations may have to remain on hold for a bit longer. But if you're the type of golfer who likes to explore 18 in a new setting from time to time, you're probably trying courses within a given radius... and just hoping for the best. This method doesn't always yield the desired result. I know because some of the courses

"Only Two Things" Golf on Mars vs Golf on Venus

Don't forget... this Wednesday evening at 10:00PM ET We'll be bringing you another episode of "Only Two Things". This Week's episode is called "Golf on Mars vs Golf on Venus" and it'll to look at the differences between the way guys and girls look at golf. We'll ask questions like: "Is it ever a good idea for men and women to play together?"... "Do men really want to share the golf course with

A Golden Golf Opportunity at Predator Ridge

Seeking a summer golf trip that's exceptional and affordable? If so, here's one that's as good as it gets: The opportunity to experience a spectacular new golf course... one that many say is destined to be Canada's number-one-must-play course... before it opens to the public. It's the Ridge Course at Western Canada's stunningly beautiful Predator Ridge. The Doug Carrick design is due to open to

Justin Rose - The Old, Young Gun Who Won

The years go by really quickly when you get past a certain age. From about 18 onward they start blending into one another, and before you know it a decade has flown by. ~ Then, as some of us know all too well, the pace really picks up. I took the photos here almost exactly two years ago but... cliche alert... it seems like only yesterday. For me it seems like yesterday. For Justin Rose, who was

Brendon de Jonge is Awesome & Not Scared of Food

There appears to be a growing obsession with weight on the PGA Tour, or at least among the golf scribes who cover it.It was brought to light a couple of weeks ago when Mark Calcavechia announced his retirement and was given a journalistic good riddance for having perpetuated the stereotype of the overweight golfer. Numerous fans objected to the characterization of Calc as... um, a schlub... and

Rickie Fowler Lighting up Memorial - #GoRickieGo

The intrepid and talented Greg Moore shot the candid photo at left early in the week... before the start of the Memorial Tournament. At that point the big talk was Tiger, and his return to competition for the first time since the Players-Championship-bulging-disc-withdrawal debacle. This morning however, Rickie Fowler holds three stroke lead going into the final round and the defending champion

Only Two Things & the Dawn of Cell Phone Chat Shows

First of all HUGE mega-thanks to everyone who tuned in last night for "Only Two Things", my Blog Talk Radio show and extra thanks to callers and chatroom commenters. If you missed it you can listen to a recording here.My apologies for the technical difficulties ineptitude that caused me to... um... cut off a couple of callers. I'll be better at the moderating part next week. Promise. Sound

Join Us Tomorrow Night for Golf & Sex...

... on "Only Two Things", my call-in show on Blog Talk Radio.I talked about it briefly last week. It's based on the oft repeated idea that Golf and Sex are the "only two things you can enjoy without being good at them" ...and so far the feedback's been great. This week we officially launch our one hour show at 10:00PM ET on Wednesday, June 2!We'll start with a recap of the latest golf news

World Cup Awesomeness: Team Brazil Gets into Golf

Sure golf is my passion, but for the next couple of weeks I'll also be following a somewhat louder, substantially faster game. The world's biggest sporting event is about to begin and I'm decidedly psyched. ~ I love the World Cup. I love the symbolism and universality. ~ At the international company where I worked for many years, our productivity was markedly lower for a couple of weeks in June

Come to CT for Travelers Championship & Tweet-Up

Believe it or not the Travelers Championship is coming up in a less than a month! As you probably know by now, it's my favorite PGA tournament, and something I look forward to all year. So yes, I'm definitely, thoroughly psyched.The field is looking quite stellar and there are tons of activities and events being held in conjunction with the tournament. Additionally, I'm working with a couple of

The Weight Debate - Are Portly Players Bad for Golf?

Golf has its share of image issues... there's no denying that. ~ It's often thought of as elitist and exclusionary, because at one point in history, it clearly was. In addition, there's the popular perception that it's excruciatingly boring... and for those who haven't played... who don't know a thing about it... I suppose it is quite boring. There are even some who question golf's very status

Only Two Things - The Talk Show About Golf & Sex

We've all heard it: "Golf and Sex are the only two things you can enjoy without being good at them."Hall of Fame golfer Jimmy Demaret said it first, but it rings true for many, and it's become one of the world's most popular golf quotes. It's also the basis for a new call-in show I'm doing at Sports City Chefs on Blog Talk Radio. "Only Two Things" will be live on BlogTalkRadio every Wednesday

The Ultra-compelling, Underreported Story of Jason Day

It's been almost two years since I took the photos in this post. ~ It was in Cromwell, CT on a hot, muggy day in late June and the 2008 Travelers Championship was just getting underway. We were only a couple of days past the most dramatic golf tournament in history and the vibe around the TPC River Highlands practice green was almost as listless and moody as New England's semi-tropical summer

A Monday Morning Date - The Little Blue Monster (updated)

You probably know of the reputedly treacherous Miami golf course they call The Blue Monster. We'll I've got a date with his little brother. I'm playing in a tournament for Autism Speaks today at Doral Arrowwood in Rye Brook NY.Update: An awesome time was had by all!

A Golf Girl on an Awesome Quest & Oregon Golf

If you haven't yet discovered Kristen Lewis... and her awesome quest... you're missing out on a stellar source of inspiration. Kristen is on a quest to see how good a golfer she can become, and she's aiming for scratch. The northern California golf girl plans to go from a 15.8 index to... essentially... 0.As she pursues her quest, those who follow her blog will be kept up to date... with regular

Cristie Kerr and Morgan Pressel Take "Time to Give"

Top US golfer Cristie Kerr shared a few swing secrets with rap superstar (and golf fan) Jay-Z earlier this week, at "Time to Give", a benefit put on by Audemars Piguet and the Tony Awards to fight AIDS. Fellow LPGA star Morgan Pressel, fresh from her Salonpas Cup win in Japan was also at the glittery event which featured a live auction at New York's Four Seasons Hotel. The auction featured unique

Christina Kim "Swinging from my Heels" in New York

What can I say about Christina Kim that hasn't already been said? The effervescent adjectives apply: bubbly, spirited, ebullient, exuberant... Christina is all of that, and she definitely brings energy... major energy... where ever she goes. Last night in Manhattan was no exception. The event was the New York City launch party for her audacious new book, "Swinging from my Heels". ~ It took

Christina Kim & Alan Shipnuck Party in New York

Good times... check in later for the story.

Golf Icon Se Ri Pak - Back in the Winner's Circle

A win at the Bell Micro LPGA Classic today, brought Stylish Se Ri Pak back to the once familiar world of winners. Her victory made me think of a story I wrote several years ago about the Hall-of-Fame golfer, her early years on the LPGA tour and her reaction to comments that were made about her looks. It actually inspired a chapter in my book and though I originally wrote the post in November 2007

Sex and The City, Golf Guys & Little White Balls

Remember how awesome "Sex and the City" was back when? I'm talking about the early years, when it was an HBO series and actually somewhat ground breaking. The time and place were special. It was turn-of-the-century America, circa Y2K, and though women had obviously been having smart, candid conversations about sex since... well, since sex was invented (ie. forever)... those conversations had

Arizona Golf - Planning an Autumnal Adventure

Generally, I don't tend to plan my vacations in advance. I hate to be locked into exact dates and specific destinations six months out. And who knows? my mood might be totally different once the departure date is looming. I'm a big fan of spontaneity too... I like the slight adrenalin rush that accompanies the unknown. And the thing is, I always seem to stumble upon the best places and the

Greece Welcomes Discerning Golfers Despite Debt Crisis

It's been a tumultuous couple of weeks for Greece. ~ The sun-soaked Aegean nation, normally thought of as the ideal destination for a romantic vacation, has quickly become an international symbol of debt and desperation. The fact is, Greece is having difficulties servicing its sovereign debt, and though most of us don't understand exactly what that means, everyone seems to be talking about it. ~

Erica Blasberg Lived Her Dream, Died Too Young

Erica Blasberg was talented and beautiful. She'd had a stellar college golf career, and at just twenty-five had been living her childhood dream of playing on the LPGA Tour. Erica was one of the photogenic faces of PUMA Golf and as such always wore awesome golf outfits. It seems implausible that this girl, with so much going for her, should die so young.I met Erica just once, briefly, at Cristie

Tim Clark Turns Tables - Wins Players Championship

A few months ago Tim Clark was roundly castigated, by golf scribblers and message-board minions, when an ill-fated lay up went awry. It was the par-5 finishing hole at the Bob Hope Classic. Clark had just birdied three of four holes ... including a clutch birdie at the par-3 17th... and found himself in a tie for the lead. Instead of going for the green on his second shot however, he cautiously

Italian Golf: Molinari, Manassero and Alberto Binaghi

I've got to admit it, up until recently the only kind of golf I associated with Italy was Beach Golf, a game (event? party?) played on Italian beaches by beautiful people in swimwear. What's not to like about that concept? ~ Very little, it turns out, except that it's not really golf... not in the classical sense.No, golf in the classical sense was something I didn't connect with Italy until just

Sandra Gal's Shorts & The Lady in The Locker Room

A couple of weeks ago I wrote a post about country club dress codes.
It was inspired by an unfortunate aquatic incident that took place at the Kia Classic, when Michelle Wie lost her balance while trying to hit her ball from a water hazard. Some surmised that her ultra-short skirt... and her concern for keeping it in place... might have distracted her and contributed to the two point penalty

Cristie Kerr & Kwiat: Beauty, Brilliance & Benevolence

On an crisp Spring evening in midtown Manhattan, a small section of Madison Avenue sparkled. Last night at 725 Madison Avenue, the flagship boutique of iconic New York jeweler Kwiat ... with its glass storefront and elegant platinum colored cove... hosted a glittering launch event for the amazing (translation: breathtakingly beautiful) jewelry collection born of the collaboration between the

Vince Spence, One-Eyed Golfer: You'll Sure be Missed

Vince Spence often wrote about golf history. He presented stories from bygone days where clubs were called mashies, and cleeks and niblicks. Players with familiar names... but forgotten stories... were resurrected by the affable Baltimore native, and presented to us in frequent posts that were a pleasure to read.Then there were One-Eyed's stats. He had a bit of an obsession with stats. And I've

Ryo Ishikawa is Lovin' it - Golfers & McDonald's Ads

If you're any kind of "online-golf-content-consumer" you've probably seen the Michelle Wie McDonald's Commercial. It's made the rounds... and then some. Most viewers seem to agree with Shane Bacon, the mild-mannered and mega-talented golf writer behind Dogs That Chase Cars. Shane called it "endearing and kinda cute." And it is.But what about Ryo? Have you seen Ishikawa Ryo's homage to the golden

Ryo, Rory & Rickie - Golf's Young Guns Gone Wild

Have you been fretting about the future of professional golf lately? ...Do you live in fear of Tiger throwing in the towel and Lefty just never getting hungry enough? ...Are you clinging to Couples, wedded to Watson and hoping there's another Champions Tour player waiting to be resurrected?Well stop worrying and make way for the new kids. What? You heard the talented youngsters were over-hyped,

Awesome Alvaro Quiros wins Spanish Open Playoff

Local hero Alvaro Quiros captured the Spanish Open today in a playoff with England's James Morrison.Morrison's watery approach shot at the first playoff hole allowed the swarthy Spaniard to grab the title with a simple par... and produced a Spanish Open home-winner for the first time since Sergio Garcia took the tournament in 2002. It's a fourth European Tour win for the already-iconic

五十八: Fifty-eight, Ryo Ishikawa's Brave New Number

We knew he was extraordinary, but this is ridiculous. Ryo Ishikawa, the delightfully idiosyncratic... multi-chromatic... Japanese golfer broke at least a couple of records yesterday with an exceptional score of 58.Five. Eight. It's the lowest score ever recorded on a major tour. And with it he won The Crowns event, on the Japan Golf Tour."Ishikawa recorded seven birdies over his first nine holes

Darren Clark Turnaround & Other Spanish Open Stories

It's been a little crazy at the Spanish Open these past several days, with a couple of pretty drastic reversals of fortune early on, (Johan Edfors was leading at one point, wasn't he?) and rather circuitous trip to the third round for Ryder Cup star Darren Clarke. In the final stretch two Englishmen, Mark Foster and James Morrison, are vying for the lead with charismatic, big-hitting Spaniard

Hawaii Golf, Danielle Tucker & A Little Tartan Book

Ever since I first took up golf I've dreamed of playing in Hawaii. ~ In fact, I often fantasize about the breathtaking scenery, unforgettable signature holes and championship courses that play host to the PGA Tour for the SBS Championship and the Sony Open during the depths of our New England winter. So I was intrigued when I first got to know Danielle Tucker, and started listening to her radio

Happy Friday - Cute Girls doing Golf Tricks Together

OK, first of all: pleated golf skirts! They're definitely hot right now and a number of companies are featuring them in current and upcoming collections. I'll be doing a post on this trend in the coming days. And don't worry ladies, they come in all lengths... you just choose the one that's right for you. I think these girls made the right choice.Thanks go to Victor Minuesa, from Barcelona, for

Rickie Fowler & The Mayor of Quail Hollow Putting Green

The ever intrepid Greg Moore is on the scene this week at Quail Hollow, armed with his camera and a keen sense of observation. In addition to his skills as a roving reporter, Mr. Moore is also an avid user/player of Foursquare, the ultra-popular, geo-social networking service/game. I'm into Foursquare too, but I'm not a great player because I always...um... forget to "check in". So naturally I

Fast & Fearless meet Glitz & Glamor - Mojo 6 Golf

The players are elite, the action is intense and the prize money is impressive. As in: ★ The world's Top players★ Raceway Golf (Fast/Short/Cut-throat)★ A $1 million purseOK, enough said. It's Mojo 6 and it's on CBS this weekend... May 1 & 2... from 2-3PM ET. ~ It's golf like you’ve never imagined it. Tip: ~ Get a few "non-golf fans" or "on-the-fence golf fans" to watch it with you. You know the

Strong Start to the Golf Season for the Birdie Sisters

Chicago was chilly and wet this past weekend but that didn't deter the Birdie Sisters as they headed to the course for the Illinois Junior Golf Classic. The tournament took place at St. Andrews Country Club in West Chicago about 34 miles from their home, and several times on the drive out, the girls looked skyward, hoping a warming sun would appear. But that didn't happen. Temperatures remained

ENC - Of Hamster Balls & Making Out With Matadors

Sweden won its first ever European Nations Cup today at La Sella Resort in Dénia, Alicante Spain. Anna Nordqvist and Sophie Gustafson were completely in synch; each did exactly what was called for to produce the eagle needed to force a playoff. In Gustafson's case it was an extraordinary approach shot with a seven-wood from 212 yards... which Nordqvist followed with a steely six foot putt... on

Dear Japan, Why is Your Golf Stuff so Damn Awesome?

I try not to look, because when I do I tend to get frustrated... and wind up in a state of agitation, stress and anxiety.Well this morning I succumbed. Knowing it would be a full day of writing, editing and admin, I convinced myself it wouldn't hurt to take a quick peek at some of my "To Read" bookmarks. I breezed through the WSJ story on the waning art of stamp collecting and the Times Online

The Birdy & Grace Golf Woman of the Year - Is it You?

Do you know a woman with a passion for golf, family, community and healthy living? Or maybe you are that woman.That's the type of woman who inspires golf apparel designer Birdy & Grace, and that's what they're looking for in their Golf Woman of the Year.When they find her she'll be flown to New York City, then whisked up to gracious Greenwich, Connecticut (my hometown!) for a photo shoot with a

"1 Million Shirts" Jason Sadler's New Initiative

From the creative, caring mind of Jason Sadler comes 1 Million Shirts, a charity that has as its goal to get 1,000,000 t-shirts donated to clothe people in Africa. As you might remember, I've worked with Jason on a couple of social media... initiatives... in the past, and his talent, enthusiasm and humor have made them hugely successful.For well over a year now shirts have been Jason's thing.

PUMA - Clever Little Bag, Awesome Little Golf Shoes

I've loved their golf shoes forever. In fact, I just ordered my fourth pair. Now I love their Clever Little Bags too.

I ♥ Rickie Fowler's Incandescent Awesomeness

My friend Greg is down in Hilton Head this week, taking in the action ... and taking some awesome candid shots... at the Verizon Heritage Classic. Yesterday he sent me this one suggesting it might "brighten my mid-week morning". He was right, it did. Mr. Fowler's radiant pointsettia golf polo seems to glow in the South Carolina sunshine as the exceptional young PUMA golfer once again

Golf, the Sport - Of Reputations and Perceptions

The past year, by any measure, has been a tumultuous time for golf. An economic crisis and a salacious sex scandal, each hit the sport at hitherto unimaginable levels and a general feeling of malaise prevailed.As a result there was a collective sigh of relief from golf business and media people last weekend when the Masters turned out the way it did, and a palpable ambiance of euphoria now

Giveaway: New SkyGolf Mobil Scoring iPhone App

If you're like me, this is going be the year you make some quantifiable improvements to your game. I know it's not easy, but I've got a great instructor and I've the perfect on-course scoring companion: SG Mobile Scoring. SG Mobile Scoring is a new iPhone app from SkyGolf for scoring your round and tracking your advanced stats. It's got tons of functionality and everything's explained at the the

The Return of Tiger and The Hollywood Ending

The 2010 Masters could have turned out a lot of ways. Think back just one week, to last Sunday night... when it was anyone's guess. The excitement was electrifying on the eve of Tiger's return as players arrived at Augusta National from around the world. Some speculated that the cloistered course and it's privileged patrons would be plagued by the Paparazzi, and that the beleaguered returning

"I Hope Tiger Wins So They Can Kiss His Butt"

That was the sentiment expressed by one fan at Augusta National yesterday, as Tiger Woods battled through a tough third round. It was a visceral reaction, on a moving day that featured a brilliant display of Mickelson magic and nearly relegated Mr. Woods to final round irrelevance. The Woods-Mickelson dream rivalry of the past decade has not always lived up to expectations but it tends to shine

The Time Warner Cable 3D Masters Viewing Event

On Thursday afternoon, in a cloistered lounge at New York's bustling Time Warner Center, pimento cheese sandwiches were served to several dozen guests in dark glasses. It was a taste of Augusta National in the middle of Manhattan, provided by Time Warner Cable. The event was held to allow guests to watch live coverage of the Masters in 3D, which... if one can't physically make it down to Augusta

The Awesome Tiger Nike Ad That Most Find Creepy

The Twitteratti has weighed in... with "creepy", "ultra-creepy", "shameless", shameful"... and quite a few less printable adjectives. Many golf bloggers are echoing these sentiments. ~ Personally however, I think the ad is awesome. That's not to say it isn't creepy... but who says awesome and creepy have to be mutually exclusive. Because we now know quite a bit about Earl and Tiger Woods, their

Not Afraid of Color, Ernie Els Dons Ishikawa Stripes

Intrepid photographer and PGA Golf Professional, Greg Moore is in Augusta this week and... as usual... he's captured some details others missed.Ernie Els, is definitely on a roll going into the year's first major... but can he roll with Ryo Ishikawa? Style-wise, I mean? The Big Easy, known for his decidedly dull sober khaki-and-white-shirt esthetic is playing with the kaleidoscopic wonder-kid

The 2010 Masters Spectator Style Award

The young man at left captured the prestegious Masters Spectator Style Award in 2009 for his subtle but elegant color pallet and artful use of accessories. Now we must find the 2010 champion. The standards are high and competition is bound to be fierce. The only requirement: The outfit must contain green and the Masters badge must be visible. That's it. ~ Other than that... cuteness is key,

Masters Traditions - My Pick is Sergio Garcia

It's a Masters Tradition for me, I always pick Sergio Garcia to win. And even after the... um... events, of last year, I'm upholding that tradition. So yeah, I'm for Sergio in 2010. And to that end, here's the 2010 version of my Sergio Garcia Masters Champion video.Sergio Garcia - My Masters Tradition from patricia hannigan on Vimeo.

Golf Fans Have No Desire to Punish Tiger

A decidedly unscientific survey of 32 golf fans gathered yesterday afternoon at Zody's 19th Hole... the on-site restaurant and bar at Gaynor Brennan Golf Course in Stamford, CT... revealed something I'd suspected for a while: recreational golfers and golf fans, for the most part, will warmly welcome Tiger Woods back to the game of golf.The golfers at Gaynor yesterday were predominantly male -

Happy Easter - Happy Spring - Happy Golf Season

Just in time for Spring comes a cute little book about golf. I know... there are some folks who still find it shocking to see "golf" and "cute" in the same sentence. And those individuals probably won't be big fans of this publication. But for everyone else Golf Girl's Little Tartan Book is now available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Borders and many fine independent book stores.More on the book

U.S. Open Challenge - What a Difference a Year Makes

It's becoming almost like a ritual of Spring: The unveiling of the "average golfer" finalists for the U.S. Open Challenge.Tiger Woods was the unwitting instigator of the Challenge several years ago when he suggested that a 10-handicapper could not break 100 at Oakmont Country Club the way it had been set up for the 2007 U.S. Open. That's when Golf Digest, the United States Golf Association and

Kraft Nabisco 2010 - Of Barbie Swings and Easter Balls

.Suzanne P. went bogey free... and took the first round lead at The Kraft Nabisco Championship. ...And the first major of the season is underway for the Ladies of the LPGA Tour. It hardly seems a year ago that Brittany Lincicome won in Rancho Mirage with that amazing final hole eagle, and if this year turns out to be even half as exciting as last year... it's going to be a fun weekend.There are

The Long & the Short of the Golf Skirt & Skort

.At many country clubs the rules on skirt length are quite clear. As in: "Skirts must be no greater than 4 inches above the middle of the kneecap" or how about: "Skirts/skorts must measure at least fourteen (14) inches from the waistband to the bottom of the skort and to within a scorecard width measure or four (4) inches of the top of the knee". OK...gulp. While not all dress code directives

Sergio Garcia's New Haircut Gets Mixed Reviews

.Who'd've guessed Sergio Garcia would create such an endearing social media presence? A relatively late adopter, he's only been part of the social media landscape since the beginning of the year. Sergio Garcia shares the kind of intimate details fans love to hear... but don't often get from athletes or actors. ~ He posts lots of photos too... snapshots actually, the kind we all take these days.

Stylish Seo Wins at The Kia Classic by J Golf

.Hee Kyung Seo is trying to decide: Should she grab the chance to join the LPGA full time in 2010, or just keep focused on the KLPGA?After winning The Kia Classic yesterday with a 12-under 276, that decision has become somewhat more pressing. She even suggested there was a house on the course at La Costa she had her eye on. She played on a sponsor's exemption there and won quite handily. And {

Bold, Blonde Golf Blogger Stealthily Stalks John Daly

.Heather Jones, for those of you who don't know, is a mid-western Mom and editor of the popular blog Real Women Golf. She's resplendently blonde and beautiful... and though she's been playing for less than five years she's already flirting with a single digit handicap. Let's face it, as a raven-haired, wannabe blonde... who's handicap hovers around 25... I might be tempted to... you know... hate

Front Row Experience - Swing With the LPGA Stars

.If you're like me, one of the things you love about golf tournaments is watching the players practice. Whether it's the methodical drills on the putting green or the impressive swing-tuning on the practice range, I find it fascinating to observe the multitude of techniques players and their coaches use and... I'll admit it... I've gleaned quite a few insights (golf and gossip) through artful

Ryo Ishikawa in the Awesomest Golf Outfit... Ever!

.I know, I know... he always wears awesome outfits but this one, well... this outfit pushes wow-factor to sizzling new heights. His bubblegum pants and matching belt are perfectly complemented by the variegated vibrancy of his golf shirt. All Yonex all the time. I'm not much of a visor fan but no one wears a visor like Ryo. Oh, except for his Ryo Ishikawa headcover. My good friend Greg Moore

A Trip to the 2010 Masters... is Still Within Reach

.It's going to be a Masters to remember. The much anticipated return of a prodigal player will ensure that. Of course everyone and his brother wants to go. And not just because Tiger's coming back. ~ There's something about Augusta National and the Masters that moves people in profound ways. Year after year. But tickets are always scarce and expensive, so what does one do ... particularly at

Tiger Woods Puts a Bit More of the Past Behind Him

.A gradual return to normalcy is what Tiger Woods seems to be hoping for. Not that his life was ever normal by average standards... and that's probably part of why things got... shall we say... totally out of hand... for a while there. A childhood spent on a singular path toward greatness, certainly must have isolated the aspiring young golf champion. I don't think it's unrealistic to imagine

Oh Yoko - A New Ishikawa on Course - Ryo's Little Sis

She's Yoko Ishikawa. Big brother is Ryo, he's part of the "Rickie, Ryo, Rory" triad that's come to symbolize the future hopes of the PGA Tour; the high-profile threesome often seen as the most promising of the promising young guns.Young Yoko is making her Japan LPGA Tour debut at this week's T-Point Ladies golf tournament...and has made it clear that she hopes to follow in her brother's

Male Sports Scribbler Sees Sexism in Tiger's Comeback

.It's been ten rumor-filled weeks since the Tiger Woods Scandal broke, and you know what I'm getting really tired of? Guys chastising Tiger for cheating. ...In fact, it's starting to annoy me. Big time. Probably because the consternation is frequently followed by a self-congratulatory segue into how they've never cheated on their spouse. ~ As I've said numerous times since Thanksgiving, I'd far

Tiger's Return & The Awesomeness of Angel Cabrera

From the moment speculation began that Tiger might be making his return at the Masters, there were those who lamented the possibility. The sanctimonious have suggested that repentance requires more than a few months, while expounding on the evils of adultery, while some players have implied that an Augusta comeback might hurt the hallowed tournament by turning it into a Tiger-centric, tabloid

Enviable Assets : Sophie Sandolo's Golf and Glamour

Here in the US, many know Sophie Sandolo from Big Break Kaanapali. Others are admirers of her calendars which have featured elegant, erotic photography... and liberal amounts of artful nudity, since 2005, years before the arrival of the ESPN Magazine "body issue". I wrote about Sophie back in December of 2007. She had just published her 2008 calendar and was again ahead of the curve. She had

Awesome Early Commitments for the 2010 Travelers Championship

Here in Connecticut mid-March is generally when we start looking forward to summer. Well this year... after a particularly cold, snowy winter... we're literally longing for it... collectively yearning for warm, sunny days and green fairways.The Travelers Championship, our state's biggest sporting event has practically become synonymous with summer in CT. For almost two decades the tournament once