Nine Holes with Severiano Ballesteros

We take a look back at one of the true legends of golf.

ProfilesAs I’m sure everyone in the golfing community has heard, Severiano Ballesteros passed early on the morning of May 7th. Seve was a larger than life figure in the world of European golf and golf around the world, and he is one of the few superstar athletes to have gained universal acclaim. Seve is widely considered to be the best European golfer of all time, and his death before his time comes to great dismay for golf fans across the globe. Ballesteros will be remembered as being one of the most exciting and creative golfers of all time, and one of the legends of the sport.

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When is it Time to Make an Equipment Change?

Stay with what’s in the bag now, or shell out the money for that shiny new set? Maybe I can help you make that decision.

Bag DropThis past week, while trolling the forums, I happened to notice this thread about new equipment versus using what you’ve got, and thought I could offer some assistance to those pondering the decision of whether or not to spend your hard-earned money on new clubs.

If you’re dead set on always having the latest and greatest, this week’s column might not be for you, as you’ve already justified your frequent purchases. I can’t really blame you, if I had the means, there’s a chance I might fall into that habit too. If you’re perfectly happy with the state of your bag at the moment, bookmark this page, as it may be useful to you in the future. Finally, if you fall into the group of those on the fence about whether to stick with what you’ve got a little longer or buy something new, by all means, read on!

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Volume Two Hundred Seventy Eight

Choi wins and Poulter shows off his sprinting ability.

Hittin' the LinksHello out there golf fans and welcome to another edition of Hittin’ the Links. The weather might have been the winner this weekend at The Players. That was one first class rain storm on Saturday. Congratulations has to go out to K.J. Choi. He has been right there several times this year, its good to see him finally break through.

In this newest edition of HTL we begin with an accusation against Tim Finchem, then test our Players trivia, and find out how one of the older guys passed the time during the rain delay. Also, we investigate the bouncing driver accident, find out why Ian Poulter did the 300 yard dash, and do a wrap-up of the week’s events. Read on!

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2011 Players Final Round Live Chat

Join us for the final round coverage of the 2011 Players from the TPC Stadium Course in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.

Tiger Woods Drama More Fun When He’s Struggling

This week’s soap opera, starring Woods, Foley and Bubba makes for a riveting sideshow.

Thrash TalkHas the eighth ranked golfer in the world ever been this big a deal? Because no matter how badly Tiger Woods struggles, the embattled superstar continues to gobble up nearly every ounce of golf attention. Few weeks offered as much evidence as this one, with fans and detractors hopping on Woods’ relationship with his coach, his fellow competitors and even his equipment.

Chalk it up to the layoff and the fact that Woods has been off the scene for a while, but there was no lack of drama surrounding the great one when he arrived at TPC Sawgrass for this week’s Players Championship. The most glaring storyline was borne out of Bubba Watson’s recent comment.

“I’ll just go ahead and say it. I think Tiger is going the wrong way,” said Watson.

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Volume Two Hundred Seventy Seven

Celebrating and remembering the life of the legendary Seve Ballesteros

Hittin The LinksIt’s been a week of ups and downs in the world of golf as we witness the passing of a titan in the great Severiano Ballesteros. Yes, he was a five time major winner, but to the golf world, he was so much more.

On the lighter side, though Danny might be out for the week, another week on Tour passes and for the third straight Sunday we’re treated to an exciting playoff. From there, we touch upon yet ANOTHER rules controversy, Lucas Glover’s win at Quail Hollow, The Champions Tour’s first major, Tiger drops further down the OWGR, and more. So let’s get to it!

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The Players: Fifth Best But Still Not a Major

For a multitude of reasons, the Players still falls short.

Trap Five LogoI’ll make no bones about it – I love the Players. There is something about it that makes me happier than Jim Nantz dreaming up his next final-second call.

But as we know, the Players is not a major. It’s not ahead of the PGA, it’s not the Fifth Major, and it’s not the PGA Tour’s answer to anything. Don’t get me wrong, I’d love nothing more than to see the Players hyped as much as the U.S. Open, but realistically it’s just not there.

Here are the top five reasons why.

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Miura Passing Point 9003 Irons, Adams Idea Pro a12 Hybrids, Irons

Check out the latest forged cavity backs from Miura and while you’re at it, take a look at the latest in the Idea Pro line from Adams Golf.

Bag DropWe’ve got a good mix of stuff to cover this week, one being Miura’s new Passing Point 9003 irons which were actually released right around a month ago, and the other being more new stuff from Adams in the form of their latest in the Idea Pro line, the a12 hybrids and forged irons.

While Miura marches along at their own schedule, taking their time painstakingly crafting their forged irons, Adams on the other hand, who we actually just visited a couple of weeks back, rolls along with their yearly release of game enhancement hybrids and irons. Lets dive right in and have a look at both.

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Volume Two Hundred Seventy Six

Let’s play some Bubba Golf!

Hittin' the LinksHello again golf fans and welcome to everyone’s favorite little column, Hittin’ the Links. After a week’s hiatus, call it Easter vacation, I am back with all that is going on in the golf world. And what a week it has been! Bubba wins, a sixteen year-old leads through 54 holes on the LPGA Tour, and a Monday qualifier wins on the Nationwide Tour.

In this weeks column we begin with some Tiger Twitter, investigate the latest rules gaffe, and find out what Notah Begay is up to. Also, we look into the U.S. Open Qualifying, find out what’s happening to Brazilian golf, and do a wrap-up of the week’s events. Read on!

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