Posts by allin

I have played Sawgrass and Pebble Beach, plus several courses where pro events were held or are planned. I was not playing them under tournament conditions. Don't be intimidated, they usually up the green speeds and grow the rough for...

I would add that there is a pattern I often see. Higher handicap golfers under estimating the impact of in to the wind and up hill shots, over estimating the impact of downwind or down hill shots. Of course a short hitter like myself...

Quote:Originally Posted by turtleback  Why should that be?  The difference in eras is larger in the majors than other things.  All players have access to planes, hi-tech equipment, better balls, better training methods, etc.  When...

If you were a complete beginner no way. Still your odds of making the pro tour are similar to winning the lottery. Very talented golfers who have been working their backsides off since they were 15 often fail. Getting down to a 3 and...

I have played many times in 98+ temps. Many years ago I walked 58 holes in 96 - 98 degree with my then 62 year old father on Okoboji View golf course. There was a spot you could cut across and return to the clubhouse after the 4th hole,...

While the number of non major events is a small part of the equation I question how much weight it should be given. Because the money and rules now alllow it Tiger selects courses he plays best on. Much of the money in Jacks era was...

Quote:Originally Posted by MSchott At least in South Korea, the success of their women golfers is cultural. Check this out from the linked article: "Most of the South Koreans, like Ryu, are chosen at a young age to be golfers. They...

Quote:Originally Posted by Dave2512 I don't see many leaving it short because they chose the wrong club. Usually due to bad hits, not committing to the shot etc. Personally if I do miss I prefer to miss short rather than left, right...

IQuote:Originally Posted by reedf IMO, if you try to maintain lag, you're gonna screw something up! If you maintain a light grip pressure and relax, lag and release will just happen on it's own. I know thats over simplified, but it...

I think part of this is cyclical. A number of the best American players are quite young and could become dominant in the next few years. I also wonder if their are fewer opportunities for female Korean athletes, so a higher percentage...