brandon184
08-13-2000, 03:46 PM
Are there any fellow sysopt members here which are golfers?
- Brandon
- Brandon
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waferdog
08-13-2000, 03:48 PM
I golf whenever I have the time and/or spare cash.
daveleau
08-13-2000, 04:07 PM
I love to golf. my scoresusually stay around 110 or 112 though (yes for 18 http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif). My most frequent partner is taking lessons and is killing me right now. I have gotten to my grand status as a golfer by self-taught techniques. Guess I need a lesson or two myself/ http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
Dave
Dave
brandon184
08-13-2000, 04:36 PM
http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
My score is usually about a 73 - 78 for 18 holes here. 9 Par 5's, 6 Par 4's, 3 Par 3's...
I can usually get around 40 on 9 holes (par is 37)...
- Brandon
My score is usually about a 73 - 78 for 18 holes here. 9 Par 5's, 6 Par 4's, 3 Par 3's...
I can usually get around 40 on 9 holes (par is 37)...
- Brandon
Chainsaw
08-13-2000, 04:40 PM
Love it, time and money permitting.
We have some really beautiful courses here in the Pacific Northwest. In fact, got a great one within about 1/2 mile of here, now if I could just get those graphite clubs I've been wanting...
I'm just a duffer though, I'm happy if I break 60, yea, that's 9 LOL.
Later,
c:::CHNsaw
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We have some really beautiful courses here in the Pacific Northwest. In fact, got a great one within about 1/2 mile of here, now if I could just get those graphite clubs I've been wanting...
I'm just a duffer though, I'm happy if I break 60, yea, that's 9 LOL.
Later,
c:::CHNsaw
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Apostle 83
08-13-2000, 04:51 PM
Love the sport =) Just have a nasty slice, and as I'm taller than normal and had to have custom clubs made, the balance on em isn't quite right and I pancake (a local high school team term) with anything below a 5 iron =(
But, I get 85-90 on 18.
But, I get 85-90 on 18.
chipbgt
08-13-2000, 04:54 PM
i love golf, its just a shame that You have to pay everytime you want to play. If I want to go shoot a few jumpers down at the local park, I dont have to pay 30 bucks. Wouldn't it be great to have a public free golf course? Who cares whats shape its in, just show me where the hole is and and I'll get it in....
EDIT....Oh yeah, I shoot in the low/mid 80's.
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EDIT....Oh yeah, I shoot in the low/mid 80's.
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smokin1
08-13-2000, 05:33 PM
I am a professional..teaching, not tour. Not working at it for a living right now, but it's good for a few $ in a nassau now and again...
http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/wink.gif
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Gutter Ball
08-13-2000, 05:46 PM
I play once in awhile. It really sucks being left handed :/ All the courses are designed for right handers! Heh, I usually shoot 136 for 18 holes http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif I just go for the fun. I never know which club to use for what distance. All I know is 1 iron for tee off, 3-5 iron to get it closer, PW for sand and putter for putter http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif Everybody keeps telling me to use drivers to tee off, dunno why..I can almost drive it as far as they can http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
daveleau
08-13-2000, 06:44 PM
Our Charleston Municpal course is $5 after 4:00 which works out great over the summer. Great for the hacker. (IE me) http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
Dave
Dave
brandon184
08-13-2000, 08:32 PM
Well, The course I go to is within one of the 20 top ranking courses in Western Canada.. And within 5 of Southern Saskatchewan.
I'm a member there, so that helps a LOT.
You have to buy whats called a "gold card" which is a $3000 one time fee. That is per person. Then you have to buy/renew a membership each year which costs $900.. But its worth it, since I go out everyday, sometimes twice a day... Whether it is with friends, family members, etc...
What also comes in very handy, is a family range pass, which allows unlimited amounts of balls to shoot on the driving range.. That also has to be renewed each year for a smaller fee of around $500, I believe... But its well used. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
- Brandon
I'm a member there, so that helps a LOT.
You have to buy whats called a "gold card" which is a $3000 one time fee. That is per person. Then you have to buy/renew a membership each year which costs $900.. But its worth it, since I go out everyday, sometimes twice a day... Whether it is with friends, family members, etc...
What also comes in very handy, is a family range pass, which allows unlimited amounts of balls to shoot on the driving range.. That also has to be renewed each year for a smaller fee of around $500, I believe... But its well used. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
- Brandon
smokin1
08-13-2000, 10:08 PM
Are you trying to impress someone?...hold on...hmmm...nope..didn't work....
stylin19
08-13-2000, 10:55 PM
brandon184
Par for your course is a 78 ? and you are shooting 73's ?? How long is the course ? What exactley is your handicap? scratch ? minus handicap ?
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Guy & his wife ( both scratch golfers ) playing this dogleg right. Husband's tee shot nestles inside a barn. He wants to take a drop with penalty and play on. His wife opens the barn doors and says, you have a clear shot to the green, you can make this shot. Husband doesn't want any part of it, but his wife convinces him to try.
He takes a three iron and try's to hit a knock down. He gets it up a little, the ball hits a cross beam, ricochets back and hits his wife right between the eyes that kills her.
He is so distraught, he gives up the game for ten years. He marries a woman, who is a scratch golfer, and he finally takes up the game again.
New wife, same course same hole, same tee-shot. His is adamant about taking the drop and a stroke, but his new wife opens the barn doors and says "you have this shot in your bag, you can make this".
Husband starts to tremble at the thought of this happening all over again.
He tells his wife "Ijust can't do it! I'm afraid the same thing will happen now, as happened the last time I tried to played this hole this way"
His wife asks "What happened the last time ?"
Husband says " I double bogeyed this hole"
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Par for your course is a 78 ? and you are shooting 73's ?? How long is the course ? What exactley is your handicap? scratch ? minus handicap ?
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Guy & his wife ( both scratch golfers ) playing this dogleg right. Husband's tee shot nestles inside a barn. He wants to take a drop with penalty and play on. His wife opens the barn doors and says, you have a clear shot to the green, you can make this shot. Husband doesn't want any part of it, but his wife convinces him to try.
He takes a three iron and try's to hit a knock down. He gets it up a little, the ball hits a cross beam, ricochets back and hits his wife right between the eyes that kills her.
He is so distraught, he gives up the game for ten years. He marries a woman, who is a scratch golfer, and he finally takes up the game again.
New wife, same course same hole, same tee-shot. His is adamant about taking the drop and a stroke, but his new wife opens the barn doors and says "you have this shot in your bag, you can make this".
Husband starts to tremble at the thought of this happening all over again.
He tells his wife "Ijust can't do it! I'm afraid the same thing will happen now, as happened the last time I tried to played this hole this way"
His wife asks "What happened the last time ?"
Husband says " I double bogeyed this hole"
[This message has been edited by stylin19 (edited 08-13-2000).]
jjsole
08-14-2000, 07:32 AM
I just started playing this year. I've been to the range and had a couple of lessons. Right now, instead of paying 13 cents a ball at the range (which added up after doing it 3-4x a week), I bought this practice ball swing thing - sort of like a little 1' hangman arm with a ball hanging from it by a tether- and I practice my swing in the back yard with it. I'm just trying to get myself used to the swing and develop some golf coordination, so I'm fine doing this for now.
I'll hit the greens next year. I've been wanting to learn for a long time, but knew I'd have to wait until I was ready to make an 'emotional' commitment first, and want to take my time so as to make it more palatable when I finally go out on a course. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
**EDIT** Oh, yeah, anyone recommend any instuctional golf videos? I know there are a ton out there.
[This message has been edited by jjsole (edited 08-14-2000).]
I'll hit the greens next year. I've been wanting to learn for a long time, but knew I'd have to wait until I was ready to make an 'emotional' commitment first, and want to take my time so as to make it more palatable when I finally go out on a course. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
**EDIT** Oh, yeah, anyone recommend any instuctional golf videos? I know there are a ton out there.
[This message has been edited by jjsole (edited 08-14-2000).]
qball
08-14-2000, 09:14 AM
Hardest thing I was ever any good at, though considering yesterday....
skai
08-15-2000, 05:04 AM
I love the game I play two times a week one nine hole round and one eighteen hole round,I am in a social golf club we {about 20 of us}play every 3 weeks we all get on a bus owned by one of the group and play one of the 17 or 20 courses here on the north coast of NSW Australia. Cost for the day? $20 each :green fees $12 bus $5 Prizes $3, Booze :heaps more! Good Golfing, skai
dgardner
08-15-2000, 06:42 AM
I dont play the game!!! But I drive the car, surperb car, absolutly great!!!
~Dave~
~Dave~
dexmax
08-15-2000, 06:51 PM
I love the car too, although it doesn't have the power of a Ferrari, its still fun to drive.
I play some golf, but not often due to a busy shed. But i do drive some shots about 2 a month.
I play some golf, but not often due to a busy shed. But i do drive some shots about 2 a month.
Nathan
08-15-2000, 07:07 PM
I usually shoot in the low 90's for 18. If I got out more, I'd be in the low 80's and maybe in the high 70's. I'm a better golfer than a bowler. I use to bowl in handicap tournaments. Then we had scratch tournaments. We had a $500.00 shot on Friday nights after 10:00 P.M. along with some $20.00 ones that kept the evening interesting. I hit some of the big ones too. Made for a nice dinner and other things for the weekend. That was a lot of fun too.
brandon184
08-15-2000, 07:11 PM
smokin1...
What exactly are you talking about? What exactly am I trying to present as impressive? The fact that I can golf at a course like that.. Or that there is one like that? The main reason I even golf here, is because my mom owns and operates the course.
I got that wrong, stylin19...
Its 4 Par 5's, 10 Par 4's, 4 Par 3's...
72 Is par over all 18.. 37 is par on the front nine.
There will soon be 9 additional holes, as of next summer.
- Brandon
What exactly are you talking about? What exactly am I trying to present as impressive? The fact that I can golf at a course like that.. Or that there is one like that? The main reason I even golf here, is because my mom owns and operates the course.
I got that wrong, stylin19...
Its 4 Par 5's, 10 Par 4's, 4 Par 3's...
72 Is par over all 18.. 37 is par on the front nine.
There will soon be 9 additional holes, as of next summer.
- Brandon
ILC
08-15-2000, 07:46 PM
I love it...suck at it, and normally dont have time to play it http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
ILC
ILC
smokin1
08-15-2000, 09:29 PM
Brandon..I could care less where you golf... I had just never heard of a layout such as you first described..it is curious how you can get the holes and pars for them at a course owned by Mommy so wrong....
brandon184
08-15-2000, 10:00 PM
smokin1...
I was thinking of another course she owned, up until 4 months ago.
If you don't like this thread - don't visit it. You seem to have a problem with me judging from the profane emails you send out to Sysopt forum members which are DISLIKED BY YOU.
- Brandon
P.S. - Since I'm an actual sysopt patron, unlike yourself this will be the last of my messages to you on this thread. If you have something constructive you need to say feel free to email me.
Now, Back to topic...
[This message has been edited by brandon184 (edited 08-15-2000).]
I was thinking of another course she owned, up until 4 months ago.
If you don't like this thread - don't visit it. You seem to have a problem with me judging from the profane emails you send out to Sysopt forum members which are DISLIKED BY YOU.
- Brandon
P.S. - Since I'm an actual sysopt patron, unlike yourself this will be the last of my messages to you on this thread. If you have something constructive you need to say feel free to email me.
Now, Back to topic...
[This message has been edited by brandon184 (edited 08-15-2000).]
smokin1
08-15-2000, 10:17 PM
I didn't realize you own this thread..you asked me a question directly and I answered it..I'll respond if I feel like it, and gee..I felt like it...If you don't want a response, don't ask..last time I went outside and looked around it was a free world....Who made you the head of the speech police? Do you prefer to make comments and have them unanswered? Is the only argument you won with yourself? I call a spade a spade...still never heard of a par 78 golf course..and I have never sent a profane e-mail to anyone on this board...you included. I think maybe you should cut down on your sugar intake...or take a deep breath...and hold it...LOL
BTW
I love golf...
BTW
I love golf...
stylin19
08-15-2000, 10:21 PM
brandon
thanx for clarifyin. U still shoot great numbers.
I stink at golf...love it, but stink....look up the word stink in the dictionary and you'll see my picture.
jjsole
I just registered here: golfspan (http://www.golfspan.com)
they have a video library that's not too shabby
thanx for clarifyin. U still shoot great numbers.
I stink at golf...love it, but stink....look up the word stink in the dictionary and you'll see my picture.
jjsole
I just registered here: golfspan (http://www.golfspan.com)
they have a video library that's not too shabby
brandon184
08-15-2000, 10:29 PM
Stylin19.. Thanks. I think anyone can do great.. Just as long as they keep at it, and keep practicing.
Smokin1... Never sent me anything? Whats this.
According to your info, its from your email address.
Here's the email (quoted)..
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A word of advice for you...don't EVER threaten me with violence...
quote:
You just don't do that. You do not talk to someone like that. You people obviously live in small towns where you can talk to people like this everyday with being SHOT!
People go to jail for less...you stupid phuck..
and yeah..I know who you are and where you live
Take it for what it is...advice
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Get your free full featured email @ http://www.apexmail.com
In fact, I forwarded this on to Mntsnow as soon as I got it on July 17th. So if you don't believe me, ask him to "refresh" your memory.
P.S. I never said drop the subject, I said if you had anything constructive to say, email me instead of wasting the forum bandwidth.
Anything that is not an email will be ignored.
- Brandon
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Smokin1... Never sent me anything? Whats this.
According to your info, its from your email address.
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A word of advice for you...don't EVER threaten me with violence...
quote:
You just don't do that. You do not talk to someone like that. You people obviously live in small towns where you can talk to people like this everyday with being SHOT!
People go to jail for less...you stupid phuck..
and yeah..I know who you are and where you live
Take it for what it is...advice
____________________________________
Get your free full featured email @ http://www.apexmail.com
In fact, I forwarded this on to Mntsnow as soon as I got it on July 17th. So if you don't believe me, ask him to "refresh" your memory.
P.S. I never said drop the subject, I said if you had anything constructive to say, email me instead of wasting the forum bandwidth.
Anything that is not an email will be ignored.
- Brandon
[This message has been edited by brandon184 (edited 08-15-2000).]
smokin1
08-15-2000, 10:37 PM
I don't consider that profane...it was advice..the words in the quote were yours..and yes people DO go to jail for less ....more advice... if I were you, I'd edit that post..your IP, and your naivety is showing..
brandon184
08-15-2000, 11:33 PM
Well I consider it profane..
My IP address is dynamic, go get a life.
And, you accused me of something I didn't do - threaten anyone.
I was saying that you could not say these types of things without someone ELSE shooting you, you illiterate.
i know who you are and where you live
That was a threat towards me.
You have no idea where I live.. You don't even know if "Brandon" is my real name!
- Brandon
[This message has been edited by brandon184 (edited 08-15-2000).]
My IP address is dynamic, go get a life.
And, you accused me of something I didn't do - threaten anyone.
I was saying that you could not say these types of things without someone ELSE shooting you, you illiterate.
i know who you are and where you live
That was a threat towards me.
You have no idea where I live.. You don't even know if "Brandon" is my real name!
- Brandon
[This message has been edited by brandon184 (edited 08-15-2000).]
Joel Kleppinger
08-15-2000, 11:52 PM
Ok, children... which one wants to be in the red corner and which wants to be in the blue corner? Oh, you can't even decide that without arguing? Is big mean ol administrator gonna have to bend you over his knee?
The past is the past. What's now is new. Move on.
The past is the past. What's now is new. Move on.
dgardner
08-16-2000, 01:24 AM
Who is taking the bets for this??? I wanna put some money down
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Actually scratch that, wouldn't want to start an argument.
I would just like to point out I tryed to play golf once, spend about 45 mins on the first tee trying to hit the ball, not my game I think, but golf buggies are fun!!!
~Dave~
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Actually scratch that, wouldn't want to start an argument.
I would just like to point out I tryed to play golf once, spend about 45 mins on the first tee trying to hit the ball, not my game I think, but golf buggies are fun!!!
~Dave~
tonym
08-16-2000, 04:12 PM
I love to golf...
but I always hit the little windmill http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/wink.gif .
As for that other kind of golf, if it was all driving and no putting, I'd be Tiger! I can hit 'em long and straight, but I can't putt for anything!
So, I usually cut out the middle-man and go straight to the driving range!!
Tony
but I always hit the little windmill http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/wink.gif .
As for that other kind of golf, if it was all driving and no putting, I'd be Tiger! I can hit 'em long and straight, but I can't putt for anything!
So, I usually cut out the middle-man and go straight to the driving range!!
Tony
brandon184
08-16-2000, 04:14 PM
I'm going to be working as a CPGA Professional at the proshop at this same course next (?) summer.
Yeah, I'm usually really good at the driving range, for some odd reason my drives usually don't go as long and straight on the course, as they do on the driving range.. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
- Brandon
Yeah, I'm usually really good at the driving range, for some odd reason my drives usually don't go as long and straight on the course, as they do on the driving range.. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
- Brandon
smokin1
08-16-2000, 05:22 PM
The CPGA is an old and established entity with a few rules for membership...here's a good read for you. http://www.cpga.com/AB/about_01.html
Pay special attention to the Mission Statement...
Pay special attention to the Mission Statement...
smokin1
08-16-2000, 05:25 PM
Or...did you would be working "with" a CPGA member/pro...
chipbgt
08-16-2000, 05:45 PM
smokin1 let it go....sheesh..
for anyone looking for a great handicap calculator that has a bunch of course ratings on file (dont know about Canada though) that make it more accurate.
http://www.freegolfinfo.com/gametrack/
for anyone looking for a great handicap calculator that has a bunch of course ratings on file (dont know about Canada though) that make it more accurate.
http://www.freegolfinfo.com/gametrack/
smokin1
08-16-2000, 05:57 PM
Consider it done chipbgt...I should probably apologize to the board while I'm at it..
I didn't realize I was getting bent at a minor..it all makes sense now..again my apologies.
I didn't realize I was getting bent at a minor..it all makes sense now..again my apologies.
brandon184
08-16-2000, 07:07 PM
Although I am not one yet, I consider being a CPGA Professional a major success in the golf-aspect of my life.
*Please* do not ruin a good thread.. I mean, can't we just get along?!
In all my posting on this board, I cannot remember doing anything even remotely horrible to you, directly.. I have no idea why you have a "dislike" for me, and continue to ponder that.
- Brandon
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*Please* do not ruin a good thread.. I mean, can't we just get along?!
In all my posting on this board, I cannot remember doing anything even remotely horrible to you, directly.. I have no idea why you have a "dislike" for me, and continue to ponder that.
- Brandon
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chipbgt
08-16-2000, 07:52 PM
He has apologized now Brandon, and we should respect him for doing that (not many people will do that) http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
I played Golf yesterday and shot a 82. I'm happy with the score but mad cause it lowers my handicap more than needed http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/frown.gif guess I need to play more!
I played Golf yesterday and shot a 82. I'm happy with the score but mad cause it lowers my handicap more than needed http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/frown.gif guess I need to play more!
brandon184
08-16-2000, 08:26 PM
I catch your drift.
I just finished a two day tournament today, and I shot 161 on all holes combined over the two days (18 holes per day) which is not good for me - at all. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/frown.gif
Although, I did place second.
- Brandon
I just finished a two day tournament today, and I shot 161 on all holes combined over the two days (18 holes per day) which is not good for me - at all. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/frown.gif
Although, I did place second.
- Brandon
LiLRiceBoi
08-16-2000, 11:03 PM
I love playing golf. I just wish it wasnt so expensive. I usually shoot in the 80's (18 holes)
bdog
08-16-2000, 11:14 PM
I am just getting into golf. I bought my first set of clubs today. I am going to go to the driving range tomorrow with some friends and try to learn. It seems like it is going to be fun.
brandon184
08-16-2000, 11:22 PM
bdog.. Golf is usually pretty bad for beginners, and if thats the case for you - don't sweat it!
To become a good golfer, all you have to do is work closely on your game. Going out everyday is a great idea. I find, that if I don't go out for even 3 or 4 days, it can and does affect my game.
Remember - the short game (putting, chipping) is an integral part of the game! Don't overlook it!
- Brandon
To become a good golfer, all you have to do is work closely on your game. Going out everyday is a great idea. I find, that if I don't go out for even 3 or 4 days, it can and does affect my game.
Remember - the short game (putting, chipping) is an integral part of the game! Don't overlook it!
- Brandon
Mntsnow
08-17-2000, 12:01 AM
Yep thats right Brandon! Remember - the short game (putting, chipping) is an integral part of the game! Don't overlook it!
When I do play I stink at Driving down the fairway but I putt with the best of them http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif (Me thinks it's all the putt-putt golf I play with the family!) lol
I just keep telling myself that "putter's commercial slogan" Drive for show...Putt for dough!
When I do play I stink at Driving down the fairway but I putt with the best of them http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif (Me thinks it's all the putt-putt golf I play with the family!) lol
I just keep telling myself that "putter's commercial slogan" Drive for show...Putt for dough!
brandon184
08-17-2000, 12:06 AM
Yeah!
It doesn't matter if your first drive gets to the green. If you have to putt 6 times to get the ball in the hole, then you really hinder your score.
My putting still needs a bit of improvement, thats why I've been spending less time at the driving range, and more time at the putting green.
I golfed with a kid today who could putt it in the whole no problem from 20 feet away. I have to concentrate hard from 6 feet! But, I usually come close to the whole since I've learned to synchronize my chipping with my putting much better.
But I think, overall, I'm having just a bad week golf-wise. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
- Brandon
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It doesn't matter if your first drive gets to the green. If you have to putt 6 times to get the ball in the hole, then you really hinder your score.
My putting still needs a bit of improvement, thats why I've been spending less time at the driving range, and more time at the putting green.
I golfed with a kid today who could putt it in the whole no problem from 20 feet away. I have to concentrate hard from 6 feet! But, I usually come close to the whole since I've learned to synchronize my chipping with my putting much better.
But I think, overall, I'm having just a bad week golf-wise. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/smile.gif
- Brandon
[This message has been edited by brandon184 (edited 08-17-2000).]
U-96
08-17-2000, 03:05 AM
hehe golf rubs me up the wrong way just like SUVs get krusty going.
I don't have a problem with the regular amateur/hobby players, but Pro golf stretches the idea of "sport" as much as ice dance (I do concede there is skill involved), and seems afforded a prestige out of proportion to it's worth - especially by TV networks. Then again, I don't know if anywhere outside of Britain televises bowls, darts and snooker, so I can't really complain LOL! http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/wink.gif
In my mind, it's no different to any other "ballistic" sport - rifle shooting, archery etc - none of which (due to the lack of pretty artificial landscapes, imagined tradition and elitist snobbery) attract money and TV audiences...
...and the fashion sense?! Oh the humanity! Brandon, if you succeed in your ambition (and I hope you do!), please retain some dress sense and steer clear of patterned sweaters http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/wink.gif
I don't have a problem with the regular amateur/hobby players, but Pro golf stretches the idea of "sport" as much as ice dance (I do concede there is skill involved), and seems afforded a prestige out of proportion to it's worth - especially by TV networks. Then again, I don't know if anywhere outside of Britain televises bowls, darts and snooker, so I can't really complain LOL! http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/wink.gif
In my mind, it's no different to any other "ballistic" sport - rifle shooting, archery etc - none of which (due to the lack of pretty artificial landscapes, imagined tradition and elitist snobbery) attract money and TV audiences...
...and the fashion sense?! Oh the humanity! Brandon, if you succeed in your ambition (and I hope you do!), please retain some dress sense and steer clear of patterned sweaters http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/wink.gif
brandon184
08-17-2000, 05:44 PM
Hey, I kinda like the clothes. The dress code where I'll be working, is pretty much just golf shirt and dress pants. Patterned sweaters? I rarely see that here.. Where, it is a bit more normal. Yet, on the odd occasion there will be a group of Seniors come in whereing those. http://sysopt.earthweb.com/forum/wink.gif
Really, I RARELY watch professional golf on TV. A big reason being, I can't stand Tiger! He really shows bad sportsmanship, and I can't stand people pouting when they screw their game up. I really haven't figured out who on earth he is trying to impress..
- Brandon
Really, I RARELY watch professional golf on TV. A big reason being, I can't stand Tiger! He really shows bad sportsmanship, and I can't stand people pouting when they screw their game up. I really haven't figured out who on earth he is trying to impress..
- Brandon
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