The dog days of summer are here as August is winding down. The Nurse and I played with the Gilhooley's yesterday and I thought we all were going to need a nurse because of the heat. But, we all survived but I can't say the same for our games. We took on the women and got Shanged and Ziemed all afternoon. Chef Kiel did a great job with the grilled food after the round.
Saturday was interesting. the SD headed west and the GWH was off somewhere doing what GWHs do when they aren't hunting. So we had 2 cameos for the Saturday fun. One was TTS and the other was the Chairman. The Chairman made 4 on 18 this time and is now averaging only double par plus for the week. Not sure how the scoring went, but I was still on the paying side of the bet.
Pretty good party Saturday night with over 110 people showing up. The patio was rocking with a good DJ and I didn't know we had so much vocal talent. Hope everyone had fun. I know we did.
BCC came close at SOCC on Friday. Second place and not far behind SOCC's team. One more event left at HMGC. Let's keep it up, and win one for the Commish.
I think we are back to our afternoon schedule starting Tuesday. See ya at the training table.
Monday, August 30, 2010
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Into To The Valley Of Golf Played The Nineteen
Into the JR/SR history book another chapter has been recorded. It was truly a day for great things to happen and some of the guys didn't disappoint. It all started innocently enough with Twinkle Toes and I on the range discussing the literary merits of a recent Brad Thor novel we had read when Roy MacAvoy (from Tin Cup) aka the LR Dr. showed up firing hosel rockets at us. With a sheepisp look on his face he was heard to mutter " I didn't think you'd notice".
The assembling for the group photo was interesting. The Commish would have had trouble trying to heard these cats. Getting nineteen JR/SRS to follow instructions is almost impossible. What was even more interesting was to see who couldn't get up from kneeling for thirty seconds while the picture was taken. Considering the number of knee replacements in the group it was amazing anyone could knee at all.
After the picture the first group teed off and the fun really started. Most everyone had at least one blowup hole. Some even had blowup rounds. The most memorable was John B (aka The Chairman). Seems he managed to shot 17 on hole No. 18. When interviewed after the round on how that happened he said with a straight face, " I one putted." His playing companions confirmed the one putt and also the fact he feed the fishes with 5 balls. I guess it got so confusing they had to put pencil to paper to try to reconstruct the carnage. But, the positive side is we have a new term - A Bachey, any hole where you score more than double par.
After a lengthy wait for the last group the pro shop was able to complete the scoring so we could have the awards ceremony. By the way, thanks to Brad and his crew for doing a great job. The winners were John L (low gross) and JJ (low net). It was then on to the photos. We dusted off the trophy (literally), took a picture and got back to Golf Talk Live, telling tall golf tales and generally having a good time. There were several near misses with the SOTD but no winners like last year. For those interested the full tournament summary will posted on the bulletin board.
Finally the Executive Comm. met and started the planning for the Third Annual JR/SR Championship to be held about the same date in August of 2011. Mark your calendars because this thing is only getting better with time.
The assembling for the group photo was interesting. The Commish would have had trouble trying to heard these cats. Getting nineteen JR/SRS to follow instructions is almost impossible. What was even more interesting was to see who couldn't get up from kneeling for thirty seconds while the picture was taken. Considering the number of knee replacements in the group it was amazing anyone could knee at all.
After the picture the first group teed off and the fun really started. Most everyone had at least one blowup hole. Some even had blowup rounds. The most memorable was John B (aka The Chairman). Seems he managed to shot 17 on hole No. 18. When interviewed after the round on how that happened he said with a straight face, " I one putted." His playing companions confirmed the one putt and also the fact he feed the fishes with 5 balls. I guess it got so confusing they had to put pencil to paper to try to reconstruct the carnage. But, the positive side is we have a new term - A Bachey, any hole where you score more than double par.
After a lengthy wait for the last group the pro shop was able to complete the scoring so we could have the awards ceremony. By the way, thanks to Brad and his crew for doing a great job. The winners were John L (low gross) and JJ (low net). It was then on to the photos. We dusted off the trophy (literally), took a picture and got back to Golf Talk Live, telling tall golf tales and generally having a good time. There were several near misses with the SOTD but no winners like last year. For those interested the full tournament summary will posted on the bulletin board.
Finally the Executive Comm. met and started the planning for the Third Annual JR/SR Championship to be held about the same date in August of 2011. Mark your calendars because this thing is only getting better with time.
Sunday, August 22, 2010
The Peck On The Cheek
Now that we have turned into fair weather golfers we decided 9 holes was enough yesterday. While it wasn't raining hard at the turn we thought a spot of lunch would be good before returning for the backside. The rain became heavier and our decision became easy - quit. The bright side was Dr. AH and I were able to hold the GWH and the SD off and break even. That is in spite of the GWH continuing to play his above skill level for the second straight week. Thus a half kiss of your sister (aka a peck on the cheek).
The JR/SR Championship field continues to fluctuate, but promises to be big. Look for final details coming out from the SD in the next day or so.
Now to something a little more serious. One of our members pulled me aside and said a member from another club was complaining about one of our own cheating at the last Senior Inter Club. He related a story of one of our guys moving his ball repeatedly during the round. I don't who the reference was to, but I am sure we don't want a reputation like that with other clubs. Remember this is a game of honor. Besides we are only playing for "socks". Enough said.
Today will be the first time Nurse Crachcit and I have played couples golf on Sunday in a long, long time. This is a test to see if I hold up. I'm not sure which way she is betting.
See ya Tuesday.
The JR/SR Championship field continues to fluctuate, but promises to be big. Look for final details coming out from the SD in the next day or so.
Now to something a little more serious. One of our members pulled me aside and said a member from another club was complaining about one of our own cheating at the last Senior Inter Club. He related a story of one of our guys moving his ball repeatedly during the round. I don't who the reference was to, but I am sure we don't want a reputation like that with other clubs. Remember this is a game of honor. Besides we are only playing for "socks". Enough said.
Today will be the first time Nurse Crachcit and I have played couples golf on Sunday in a long, long time. This is a test to see if I hold up. I'm not sure which way she is betting.
See ya Tuesday.
Friday, August 20, 2010
Many Were Called, But Few Answered
Thursday was just the opposite of Tuesday. Only 4 brave souls showed up to play. Plus we pretty much had the whole course to ourselves. Wonder where everyone was? Golf was just so so with a lot of heroic shots when I had a good hole.
Plans are pretty much for complete for the JR/SR Championship. The field keeps growing and I think the last count was 19. Should be an interesting time. I suggest everyone brush up on the rules since we are going to be playing this one by the book. Remember OB is stroke and distance. A lost ball is also stroke and distance. If anyone has any questions about options when in a water hazard see me. I've got some good explanations for you to look at. Golf is a game of honor but everyone has a responsibility to know the rules and if you don't then be prepared for your playing partners to correct you in the rare instance where needed. As noted recently it can be pretty costly when you make a mistake.
See ya at the training table.
PS Bring those dollars for the SOTD. We had at least one winner last year at the championship celebration.
Plans are pretty much for complete for the JR/SR Championship. The field keeps growing and I think the last count was 19. Should be an interesting time. I suggest everyone brush up on the rules since we are going to be playing this one by the book. Remember OB is stroke and distance. A lost ball is also stroke and distance. If anyone has any questions about options when in a water hazard see me. I've got some good explanations for you to look at. Golf is a game of honor but everyone has a responsibility to know the rules and if you don't then be prepared for your playing partners to correct you in the rare instance where needed. As noted recently it can be pretty costly when you make a mistake.
See ya at the training table.
PS Bring those dollars for the SOTD. We had at least one winner last year at the championship celebration.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Big Crowd
Everyone must like playing in the morning. We had one of the biggest groups of the year. The weather was absolutely great and I wish my golf was too. I left a lot of singe marks around the cups. It could have a decent round if my putter was working. Needless to say I wasn't in the money.
The SD and I are almost finished with the plans for the JR/SR Championship. Ask for an extra $10.00 next week in your allowance since you'll need it for the entry fee for the prize and skins pools ($10 entry and $5 skins). We'll pay 3 places for low gross and low net and have a field skin pool. Wear your best golf clothes for the group picture to be taken before we play. We'll also take a picture of the low gross and net winners at the trophy presentation before dinner. Just a heads up, only one ball off the 1st tee; putt everything out; and no equitable stroke control when you reach your max. Also USGA rules will govern play along with any local rules as indicated on the score card. We'll also be going off in assigned tee times, with groups aligned by handicap. This should keep things moving along at a nice pace. To date we have a field of 16, and I expect a few more to sign up before the cutoff Sunday night when the club closes.
See ya Thursday.
The SD and I are almost finished with the plans for the JR/SR Championship. Ask for an extra $10.00 next week in your allowance since you'll need it for the entry fee for the prize and skins pools ($10 entry and $5 skins). We'll pay 3 places for low gross and low net and have a field skin pool. Wear your best golf clothes for the group picture to be taken before we play. We'll also take a picture of the low gross and net winners at the trophy presentation before dinner. Just a heads up, only one ball off the 1st tee; putt everything out; and no equitable stroke control when you reach your max. Also USGA rules will govern play along with any local rules as indicated on the score card. We'll also be going off in assigned tee times, with groups aligned by handicap. This should keep things moving along at a nice pace. To date we have a field of 16, and I expect a few more to sign up before the cutoff Sunday night when the club closes.
See ya Thursday.
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Same Song, New Verse
Dr AH and I showed up with great expectations yesterday and even started out with very positive results. Somewhere along the way the golf gods awoke and gave the GWH the power to play beyond his skill set. To the best of our knowledge he had the best round of the season, especially with his putter. While we didn't lose as much as we have in the past it was the same song with a new verse. At least the loses were minimized with the skins and the SD went "Oscar Meyer" for a change. As they say, "there is always next time".
The course was drying out and the weather promises to be better next week. I wonder where all the players were? Getting ready for the Divorce Open? Probably not. My guess is a lot of vacations before school starts and the hangover from the club championships. Anyway play looked to be below what we have been experiencing this summer. Don't forget to sign up for the JR/SR Championship. Had dinner on the balcony Friday with our granddaughter (she's five) and have to say there isn't a better place in the area to dine (with the view and everything.) It was very pleasant even with the heat and humidity.
I continue to read news articles about tough weather conditions around the country. One course after another having major turf problems. To date we've been really lucky, but you can see stress signs around the course. Keep your fingers crossed that it doesn't get any worse. Most of our problems seem to be in the rough but things can change in a flash.
See ya at the coffee bar.
The course was drying out and the weather promises to be better next week. I wonder where all the players were? Getting ready for the Divorce Open? Probably not. My guess is a lot of vacations before school starts and the hangover from the club championships. Anyway play looked to be below what we have been experiencing this summer. Don't forget to sign up for the JR/SR Championship. Had dinner on the balcony Friday with our granddaughter (she's five) and have to say there isn't a better place in the area to dine (with the view and everything.) It was very pleasant even with the heat and humidity.
I continue to read news articles about tough weather conditions around the country. One course after another having major turf problems. To date we've been really lucky, but you can see stress signs around the course. Keep your fingers crossed that it doesn't get any worse. Most of our problems seem to be in the rough but things can change in a flash.
See ya at the coffee bar.
Friday, August 13, 2010
Really Wet
After Wednesday's rain the course was really wet. Very unusual for August but there was casual water everywhere. Slow greens made for an interesting round. In fact the GHIN computer didn't believe my score at first. The cast of characters was pretty much the same as were the winners. There wasn't even any entertainment value to my $5.00 entry fee. The only real positive was the sun stayed behind the clouds and the humidity was tolerable.
Watched a lot of the PGA at Whistling Straights and am glad I don't have to play with 1200 bunkers every day. I imagine the pros feel the same way. Should be an interesting three days to see who can survive. I wonder how many wedges will be worn out?
I think I'll go practice today. I need to work on everything so I won't embarrass myself too much on Saturday. But, my handicap is approaching parity with the opponents so maybe I'll have half a chance.
Watched a lot of the PGA at Whistling Straights and am glad I don't have to play with 1200 bunkers every day. I imagine the pros feel the same way. Should be an interesting three days to see who can survive. I wonder how many wedges will be worn out?
I think I'll go practice today. I need to work on everything so I won't embarrass myself too much on Saturday. But, my handicap is approaching parity with the opponents so maybe I'll have half a chance.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Two Shirt Day!!
Not only two shirts, but two gloves and hats. That's what I went through yesterday morning I was so wet. Now I know why I have a locker even though I live less than 1/2 mile from the course. I think most of us were soaked before leaving the range and it didn't take long to warm up.
You can always tell when TTS thinks he's in the money. First of all he is still there when the last group comes in. Second, he drools and gets a dumb look on his face. Seems he and his posse finished one better than everyone else. While an audit was demanded it was impossible to decipher the chicken scratching they called a score card.
The final round of the women's championship went out in front of us. Holly B held off Trina M for a well earned win. Sounds like it was a good match with a lot of back and forth. Also understand Mrs. Gilhooley took second in her flight and won more glass for JG to dust. Congats to all.
Thursday looks to be another hot one. Let's keep cool and hydrated. See ya at the iced coffee bar.
PS We were all so wiped out we forgot to roll the bones, so no change in the pot.
You can always tell when TTS thinks he's in the money. First of all he is still there when the last group comes in. Second, he drools and gets a dumb look on his face. Seems he and his posse finished one better than everyone else. While an audit was demanded it was impossible to decipher the chicken scratching they called a score card.
The final round of the women's championship went out in front of us. Holly B held off Trina M for a well earned win. Sounds like it was a good match with a lot of back and forth. Also understand Mrs. Gilhooley took second in her flight and won more glass for JG to dust. Congats to all.
Thursday looks to be another hot one. Let's keep cool and hydrated. See ya at the iced coffee bar.
PS We were all so wiped out we forgot to roll the bones, so no change in the pot.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Still Holding Up
The knee is still holding up. I wish I could say the same for my game. The SD decided to change things up since the GWH was running his golf course yesterday. He decided that his luck was running out and he thought mine was on the upswing. So he and I partnered against Silk and Dr. AH. Well he was partially right since we "kissed the sister" and broke even. There was some skin money lost and a lot of missed putts from Dr. AH. (we played our match while trying to compete in the SR Club Championship). Not much to show for the championship. I hope the Golf Comm. revisits the idea of combining the championships. Personally I thought keeping them separate was much better and fairer for everyone.
For all you complaining about green speed there is a great article in Saturday's WSJ addressing the issue of hot, humid weather and the impact on greens and golf courses. I'll live with what we we've got versus the alternative. I'm going to post the article on the bulletin board for those of you who don't get the WSJ. Kudos to Eric and staff for the condition of the course.
Based on what I saw on TV the hot, humid weather is returning this week. My guess is that will translate into morning golf. See ya at the coffee bar. Stay cool.
For all you complaining about green speed there is a great article in Saturday's WSJ addressing the issue of hot, humid weather and the impact on greens and golf courses. I'll live with what we we've got versus the alternative. I'm going to post the article on the bulletin board for those of you who don't get the WSJ. Kudos to Eric and staff for the condition of the course.
Based on what I saw on TV the hot, humid weather is returning this week. My guess is that will translate into morning golf. See ya at the coffee bar. Stay cool.
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Test Passed
Well I showed up Thursday AM just intending to play along chipping and putting. But the SD had other ideas and threw me into the fray. While I was able to play without physical discomfort my game showed the effects of not playing for the prior week and half. Once I realized there wasn't any pain I started drive the ball OK, but the rest of the game was pretty rusty. While my two partners were very gracious I'm sure they were thinking how did we get this chop as a third. You guessed it. I didn't really contribute a lot and we came in DFL. I'm not sure who won, but there was a lot of money and BS flying around the room. But I was glad to be back and hopefully will show some game by the time the JR/SR Championship rolls around.
I noticed the green speed was a bit off. Based on the high humidity I'm not surprised. Humidity can have a real impact on how fast they run. This weekend should have better conditions and maybe they will speed up for the Championship.
How about Tiger? Hard to believe he is playing that poorly. Maye Hank and Butch really know what they're talking about. Or maybe The Golf God is upset. It is also possible the pendulum took a really long time to swing back. Whatever the case Tiger sure doesn't look good. And, how about Phil shortening his driver to 44 inches? He doesn't seem to have lost any distance and gained better control. Any message there guys?
Gotta go. See you on the tee.
I noticed the green speed was a bit off. Based on the high humidity I'm not surprised. Humidity can have a real impact on how fast they run. This weekend should have better conditions and maybe they will speed up for the Championship.
How about Tiger? Hard to believe he is playing that poorly. Maye Hank and Butch really know what they're talking about. Or maybe The Golf God is upset. It is also possible the pendulum took a really long time to swing back. Whatever the case Tiger sure doesn't look good. And, how about Phil shortening his driver to 44 inches? He doesn't seem to have lost any distance and gained better control. Any message there guys?
Gotta go. See you on the tee.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Free At Last!
Well, I went to see Dr. Steve for my my first post op visit and was given clearance to resume normal activity, including golf. Having learned a lot of lessons over the past few weeks I decided to work my way back into golf gradually. So I didn't rush to the course but rather went to Five Guys for a burger and fries and then home for a nap. I told the Nurse C that I would ride around with her on Tuesday and just chip and putt. Probably Thursday will be my first day back at full go. Even though they took the stitches out there is still some healing going on at one of the puncture spots and there was a little leakage last night. Nothing serious but just enough to remind me this has gone very quickly and well and I shouldn't push my luck.
How about Appleby shooting 59 Sunday at the Greenbrier?! I don't care what you say about an easy course you have to be doing something right to put up a number like that. By the way, the 18Th hole is where the LR Nurse (aka Mrs. LR Dr.) got her hole in one last year. Too bad they weren't offering a million dollars that day. Now back to Firestone for one of my favorite tournaments and then on to Whistling Straights for the PGA.
Are you getting ready for the JR/SR Championship. If not, you should be! This becoming a very prestigious event and a real feather in the cap if you can win it.
See ya.
How about Appleby shooting 59 Sunday at the Greenbrier?! I don't care what you say about an easy course you have to be doing something right to put up a number like that. By the way, the 18Th hole is where the LR Nurse (aka Mrs. LR Dr.) got her hole in one last year. Too bad they weren't offering a million dollars that day. Now back to Firestone for one of my favorite tournaments and then on to Whistling Straights for the PGA.
Are you getting ready for the JR/SR Championship. If not, you should be! This becoming a very prestigious event and a real feather in the cap if you can win it.
See ya.
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