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OCdude12 Well Established Member

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I just found my new favorite golfer hands down. The guy is in no way an emotionally disturbed person. He just likes to have a lot of fun and doesn't get caught up in what everyone expects as the norm for a professional golfer. I just watched almost all the videos on his Youtube channel and to me that explains a lot. The guy is pure comedy. He's an extremely talented player, knows it and just goes about his business in a way that makes him happy, hence no swing coach. Really, he's just a 13 year old kid stuck in a 31 year old man's body and I think a lot of people in life could probably benefit from looking at things like him. The man seems like he has everything he needs to be content, except for a PGA Tour win, but I'm sure he's not losing a ton of sleep over it. Sure he's probably pissed he came so close this weekend and let it get away, but thats because he's a competitor, who wouldn't be pissed? I really hope he wins his first tournament soon and will be paying attention to his results much more frequently now. GO BUBBA!!!

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joepro23 Well Established Member

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Bubba is awesome. The guy kills the ball on the course...if only he could putt. I saw the clips on his youtube channel too. They are hilarious and he seems pretty down to earth. The trick shot into the hot tub followed by jumping into the pool was my favorite. He was on the Ellen DeGeneres show earlier this month and told a cool story of how he spotted a kid watching one of his practice rounds by himself at last year's Bobe Hope and found out he lived like two houses from the course and brought him a full set of junior clubs this year. He also donated $15,000 to Haiti at the end of the show. Good stuff.

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GolfBear Well Established Member

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I don't know how many of you saw Bubba Watson's press conference today after his first round at the PGA but that guy is genuine beyond belief an is now the guy I'm rooting for.

He told a story today about his prior win being emotional because of his dad's cancer fight. He then went on to tell a story about his wife and a tumor scare.

I LOVE athlete's who aren't afraid to show real emotion. Bubba is the man!

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3 wiggle Established Member

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I agree. I just wish he wasnt a lefty! I dont know why but i have a harder time rooting for a southpaw! The only reason is i cant relate to their swing as well. He does seem like an awesome guy though and boy can he play! Especially lately! I really hope he pulls out his first major victory here!

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NI4NI Dedicated Member

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For me, there's Family, and then EVERYTHING else. Good to see others with the same perspective.

Plus, Bubba hit Driver and 56-degree Wedge into the 18th green today (598 yard). Freak...

Koth Well Established Member

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How did he get the nickname "Bubba"? He really doesn't look like a Bubba. Every time the announcers say "And now we'll head over to Bubba Watson on the 7th green..." I keep thinking I'm going to see some huge linebacker guy, not a tall thin guy.

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3 wiggle Established Member

3 wiggle

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I agree...i would think a big southern accent...but nothing...just seems like a normal guy that isnt afraid of what others think of him to me. Im a big fan so far.

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Irons: G5 3-GW
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senorchipotle Great Member

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How did he get the nickname "Bubba"? He really doesn't look like a Bubba. Every time the announcers say "And now we'll head over to Bubba Watson on the 7th green..." I keep thinking I'm going to see some huge linebacker guy, not a tall thin guy.

here in the southern u.s., brothers are called ''bubba'' by their siblings, conversely ''sissy'' is often used for sister. from time to time the nickname transcends family boundaries and is used by friends and peers alike to refer to the ''bubba'' in question. hopefully this satisfies your query.


Jay-Bird Great Member

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Gerry Watson was nicknamed for former professional football player Bubba Smith.

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xxsoultonesxx Great Member

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Bubba rocks! Look him up on youtube if you need more evidence. He's hilarious on his little short videos and he hits some sweet trick shots around his house. "The ollll wooden stick"

darkhunter139 Great Member

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Bubba rocks! Look him up on youtube if you need more evidence. He's hilarious on his little short videos and he hits some sweet trick shots around his house. "The ollll wooden stick"

Hahaha that video was great!


motteler621 Great Member

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did anyone see the interview on tv when he said he hasnt had one single lesson before? He takes the biggest divot ive ever seen a player take. Awesome golfer, love to watch him play.

golfro Great Member

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he's definitely winning over a lot of hearts. great golfer, great personality, great sense of humor, and just flat out entertaining to watch. i'd be very happy to see him take the PGA Champ

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Bug Bunny Well Established Member

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He played my home course in college and won. He was awarded the trophy and said something very negative and tossed the trophy in a trash can and said he'd never be back. Can't pull for him because of that!!!

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osean79 Established Member

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I also never took a lesson, but can't hit the ball like Bubba. Amazing natural athlete, great golfer, and great person. It's entertaining to watch him murder the ball off the tee as well. =)

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3-PW: : MP-57 4-PW, Rifle Project X 6.0Wedge: Solus 51, 56, 61Putter: White Hot XG Teron 34"Ball: ProV1x "Practice"


PingGKEN Established Member

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When he got his first win a few weeks ago and he started crying, I could not help but join with him. GO BUBBA :*-(

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