His Toes Twinkled

Twinkle Toes waited all year to play his best round and walk away with most of the skin money.  Over the last two day period he won at least five skins.  I think his four yesterday was a one day record (at least as far as I know).  The rest of us were just players in this black comedy.  Come to think of it it is Halloween.
Anyway,  it was a great day to play for the end of October.

Bob D told us he was playing by himself the other day and decided to go down into the hazard on #17.  Ten minutes later he emerged with 49 golf balls.  He said there was probably more there, but his pockets were so full his pants were falling down.  I guess I've been looking for balls in the wrong place.

If you're still confused about the hazard rules there is a short quiz in the current issue of Golf Digest.  It only takes few minutes to take and is a good refresher on the rules.  In fact,  it would be a good idea to tear the page out and keep it in your golf bag for future reference.

Remember October 31 is the last day for score posting in the TDGA.  The only scores that will count until next April 1 will those played in an active season (ie Florida).  So your basically stuck with your current handicap.

Keep your fingers crossed for more good weather.  Historically we usually get to mid November before we really have to call it quits.

CC

Saturday Morning

Saturday morning turned into a coffee klatch due to the blustery cold winds.  That is until OTR challenged our manhood.  Throwing good sense in the trash OTR and three others (including myself) teed it up for a little skins game.  Several others (names to withheld to protect the sane) decided this was not a good idea and headed home for college football.

OTR's idea was that the first player to win a skin took all the money and we return to the warmth of the grill room, and Bloody Mary's.  He thought one hole would probably be enough and we could all retain our honor and not suffer from hypothermia.  Well the best laid plans don't always work.  After playing the loop we didn't have a winner.  We decided the new par 3 tee on #18 would be the playoff hole.  After a lot of drama ABE won all the money.  Check with OTR for the details since he had his heart broke on #17 when he had what appeared to be a sure winner.

I witnessed hillbilly logic first hand on Saturday.  We were going to start on #1 until some body suggested the loop was a better venue because we couldn't get too far from the clubhouse.  Well OTR had already hit one when this suggestion was readily agreed to by the rest of us (Slap Shot, ABE and myself).  We stood there in amazement as he teed up another ball.  We questioned what he was doing.  He said you don't think I'm going out there for just one ball do you!  How do you refute that.  Here's the real irony -  He couldn't find his first tee shot.

Indian Summer may be here this week.  See ya at the training table.

CC

You Never Know

You never know when the last round of the season will be.  So three of us teed it up yesterday despite the overcast skies and cold wind.  We didn't get all 18 holes in since they were working on the fairways, but Twinkle Toes did manage to win the most skins.  Based on history we have a few more rounds left this season.  The reason I can say this with certainty is that I always par 18 on my last round.  Didn't happen yesterday so we will play again.  Plus it isn't November.

I finished my Halloween ccostume this AM.  I can't wait to see who shows up as what tomorrow night.  We have a lot creative members.  Some would say they have a warped sense of humor.  But, I'm one who thinks they just want to have fun (to paraphrase a song sung Cindy Lauper).  Hope to see many of you there.

CC

Lightning Strikes

Yes lightning can strike the same spot more than once.  I've heard important events occur in multiples of three.  The SOTD fits into that theory.  Tuesday Twinkle Toes hit the SOTD for the third winner in one week.  While his winnings were small, only $46, by some standards he did win.  And yes he kept the fives.  So while the pot hasn't been completely depleted it is rather small. 

His winning was insult added to injury since his team won the daily game in a scorecard playoff.  I even tried to stretch the rules in a feeble attempt to win, but couldn't make it work.  That should tell you something about bad we were.  Even the score posted by Twinkle Toes, the Appraiser and Bob B wasn't anything to be proud of.

I don't know about today.  The weather looks iffy and they are working on the fairways.  But I have to show up with some money and prove I didn't invest it at the casino.

CC 

He Took Our Money

This is a three part story. 

It first starts with Gilhooley.  I  think he has been setting this up all season.  He had planned a trip to New York and knew he needed gas money.  I am sure he figured we would let our guard down in October since we get kinda laid back about JRSR golf.  The first phase of his plan involved winning the majority of the field skins on Tuesday ($18).  Knowing that would only get him to the border he convinced me to play FBT, winner take all on Wednesday.  He then proceeded to play well below his handicap and walk away with another $35.  Of course then he announced he was leaving "Dodge" and we 'd see him after the weather turned cold when we couldn't play golf.  The only bright side his handicap came down to where it should have been in the first place.

The second and third part of the story involves the SOTD.  After Gilhooley won the FBT the Appraiser says he rolled 4's (two rolls) to win $146.  I questioned the validity of this claim since the requisite number of witnesses weren't present.  But our barmaid swore it was a good roll (remember she is in good standing with the Ohio Bar), and I reluctantly paid off that night at the Prime Rib Dinner.  You should have seen the look on Mrs. Appraisers face when I handed him an envelope with 146 singles. 

The third part is when the next day JJ proceeds to roll five twos in 2 rolls for another win. Since I was sitting there when it happened I couldn't really question it.  He won $76.  All is not lost we still have $82 in the pot looking for a new home.  These things seem to come in three's so another winner could be close at hand.

Saturday golf was a wash out.  But, Sunday was a sunny day for the couples par 3 event.  There were 32 players who met for brunch and golf.  The course played tougher than people thought it would.  The Team of Dr. AH and I with our wives won in a closely contested tournament.  That's the first time I've won anything in a long time.  The permanent markers are in on the backside.  We hope to have the front done shortly.  If you want to practice your short game or just something different give it a try.  The Pro Shop has a scorecard prepared for your use.

The weather is turning cooler this week.  We'll play when we can.

CC

PS - For those of you who aren't aware we have put in tee markers to make every hole play as a par three.  No hole will be longer than 150 yards and none shorter than 55 yards.  But all the holes require skill and will challenge you game.

Not Much New

Not much was really new yesterday.  We had seven show up under overcast skies.  The rain held off until early evening.  Anyway we played a little field skin game and Gilhooey walked away with most of the loot.  Surprisingly the course was playing firm and fast.  The greens are pretty well healed, but running a bit slower due to Eric's preparations for cold weather.  Speaking of the greens,  I posted a chart on the bulletin board that shows the change in soil composition due to Eric's efforts over the past ten years.  It's a little technical, but shows we have made a big change and can now be considered to have a sand base.  Thus, the greens are healthier, and putting like we all would like. 

I'm still having problems with updating the SOTD info.  Currently we have $292.00 in the kitty that is looking for a new home.  Only one close call yesterday.   We have also played 553 rounds.  That is well behind 2012, but I'm sure weather related.

Currently the sun is shinning.  I think I'll play today to build up an appetite for the prime rib.

CC

Guest Day (?)

Well not really a true guest day since most of the guests were from the FGG, plus one alumni in the form of the Local Weatherman.  But anyway it made the field rather large at 15 players.  The group voted against a Silly Season format so we had a 3BB of 3 competition that turned into quite a challenge for most.  That was really true for the FGG guys who normally play something a bit easier.  Anyway The Lr DR. and his cohorts managed to post minus 6 and walk away with the big prize.  My group was dragged down by LTG, who could only manage to shoot 75, and lost a scorecard playoff at minus 2.  We started out at minus 2 after 2 and then proceeded to lose 5 shots on #5.  It was ugly is all I will say about that.  But what a great day weather wise.

Saturday saw the return of the SD.  His time away didn't improve his game.  As is his pattern he has  moments of great brilliance and periods of "what is going on".  The short of it is we took $4 from him and the GWH.  But another great day in October for golf.  I couldn't stick around for the post round banter.  I had to hustle off for a memorial service for a former neighbor.  This is happening with way too much frequency, but I guess it comes with getting older.  No matter I still don't like it.

Several of our friends have started the winter migration.  Dickie G, Silk, and KC were leaving for Florida this week.  They'll miss the Prime Rib Dinner Wednesday.  Hope the rest of you can make it.  Also if you missed the "Don't Give Up The Ship" presentation you missed a really interesting evening (regardless of what OTR says).  Thanks To Dave W. (not Lof A) for sponsoring the evening.

Great weather is expected for the next few days.  Look forward to seeing you at the training table.

CC

Taking Advantage

Yes we took advantage of the weather yesterday.  Ten JR/SRS showed up to show off their skills (well some did).  And, four took advantage of the other six and took their money.  It wasn't a runaway, but enough to win.  Twinkle Toes, The Appraiser and I thought we couldn't lose after picking up 8 strokes on two holes.  We forgot who we were playing against.  Dickie G, and Uncle Bob are tough to beat (no matter who their teammates are), and then throw in Dr. AH and we had no chance.

Now about the skills part.  Gilhooley was seen hustling Dr. J to the range immediately after the round for some remedial work on everything.  L of A was heard making an appointment for an eye exam.  He couldn't find his ball in the middle of the fairway on #1.  We didn't have any trouble finding his brand new Pro V1, and put it our cart.  And, no we didn't give it back to him. 

The course continues to be in great shape.  The greens are healing nicely, and should be back to normal within the week.  The weather forecast looks great for the next few days.  Make sure you show up because you never know when the weather will change.  I'm on the road today, but plan on playing Thursday.  If we get enough A players we can have a Silly Season game.

See ya,

CC

PS - It looks like the SOTD stats updated.

Washed Out

Yesterday was a wash out for golf.  I felt bad for the FGG since they were holding their championship.  It was supposed to be a 36 hole affair with varying formats.  I'm not sure  what they decided, but I did overhear that OTR had the most points at the time they quit playing.  I think we can blame the day on Jack N..  Every time he has a big event at Murfield (ie President's Cup) we get rain and lousy weather. Any way we tried to wait it out, but ended up going home for a nap before a big afternoon of college football.

LTG called late in the afternoon to say he was going to resume play if I wanted to tag along.  I passed since we decided to go to the movie to see Gravity.  Go see it if you get the chance.  It was really good with great special effects.  We were home in time to watch OSU and Northwestern.  A darn good football game.  It never should have been that close , but you have to give Northwestern credit for a heck of a game plan.  The Bucks hung in there when they could have folded.  I sure hope they are recruiting linebackers.  I also hope they take Roby's press clippings away from him.  This is the second week in a row he's been torched.

SOTD is now $265.00.  Some close calls, but no winners.  We're long overdue.  The weather looks good for Tuesday.

CC

Going Low

That's what most did yesterday.  Scores were exceptionally good for several people.  Bob D, in particular, shot even par, and recorded 5 birdies.  That's the best score I've ever heard of during one of our weekly games.  Rumor has it that Twinkle Toes had a season best after receiving a swing tip from yours truly while on the practice tee.  Even your humble blogger hit the ball really well off the tee after using this tip.  The Pilot let KC and I hit a second tee shot on 18 with his driver.  He had replaced the shaft with a super expensive exotic one made from some secret material.  We both hit the ball about 20 yards farther. Maybe it was a fluke, but I'm considering spending the $$ to upgrade.  Who says you can't buy a game?

I don't really remember who walked away with the cash.  The LR Dr. was running the show and money was flying every where.  No SOTD winners. The pot continues to grow.  We've got to have a winner soon.

The weather continues to hold.  Scattered showers are predicted,  but temperatures are still holding.

See ya,

CC

The Agony

That's what LTG felt after he made a natural eagle on #6 and couldn't win a skin.  We watched the shot disappear into the hole and thought he would be a lock to win a skin.  His effort was canceled by the LR Dr. who made a natural birdie with a stroke.  Both were last seen walking off mumbling to themselves.  Actually they were babbling incoherently.  So much for extra special play.  We had invoked the two putt rule because of the greens aerification, and played skins.  Competition was really keen and those fortunate few won $12 per skin.

No SOTD winners, and $10.00 was added to the pot.  Yesterdays update didn't take so I'm relegated to updating you this way until I find out what is wrong with edit command.  Anyway, the total in the pot is $240.00

The weather looks spotty for the next few days.  Hope to see you at the training table.

CC

Problems

Due to some unknown problem with the blog site it hasn't taken my uodate to the SOTD history.  Currently there is $230.00 in the pot.  Maybe this will self correct.  It's all a mystery to me.

CC