Perhaps the biggest name in recent history will be heading to San Antonio next week when the Valero Texas Open tees it up at TPC San Antonio. Rory McIlroy has decided to commit to the the tournament and is by far the the biggest name to finally come to San Antonio to play. With a schedule spot the week before The Masters, all eyes will be on McIlroy as he makes his first visit to San Antonio. Larson Segerdahl, the Tournament Director for the Valero Texas Open, claims he has been "working … [Read more...]
Is Tiger Woods About to go on Another Multi-Year Domination Run That Ends with his Retirement?
Let’s start by looking at the facts. 1.) Tiger Woods is 37-years old. 2.) Tiger Woods has 14 major championships under his belt. 3.) He’s two years in with his new swing coach. 4.) Tiger Woods is poised to win his third PGA Tour tournament of 2013 before The Masters. What does all this mean? To be honest, it might mean nothing at all. But for me, it begs the question: Is Tiger Woods about to go on another multiple-year domination run that ends with his retirement? It’s an … [Read more...]
What Does The Greatest Golfer Ever and My Son Have in Common?
On Monday January 21, 2013, my first son joined the world. That happens to be birthday of the greatest golfer ever; Jack Nicklaus. When I shared with my wife that our first son would share a birthday with the greatest golfer of all time, she rolled her eyes. You see, I think he's destined to be a golfer. She on the other hand tells me we will never force him into anything he doesn't want to do. While I agree with that 100%, there's no doubt he will magically have a golf club in his hand at … [Read more...]
Top 10 Reasons for Getting Custom Fit
Despite its rise in popularity, there are still those with reservations when it comes to Dynamic or Custom fitting. If you're still unsure about it, here's a run-through the top 10 reasons for getting with the crowd: Don't Spoil Technique! Regular practice using ill-fitting equipment can cause bad habits which are difficult to undo! A club customized to your size, shape and swing will ensure your developing technique isn't compromised! Ergonomic handling. Why risk injury on an improper … [Read more...]
What does Rory McIlroy signing with Nike mean for Tiger Woods?
If you follow golf news closely and believe all the speculation floating around during the past week, then you would know Rory McIlroy has reportedly signed a $200 million endorsement deal with Nike to become the new face for golf. Team Rory and Team Nike have no comment for the moment (shocker!), but reports say Rory was seen filming a new Nike Golf commercial with Tiger Woods and two other PGA Tour pros who are rumored to be joining Nike in 2013- Nick Watney and Kyle Stanley. When Nike and … [Read more...]
San Antonio Golf: Caurso Golf Center
What is so difficult about greeting a customer as they walk through door? Is it really that much of an inconvenience? I hate to write things like this and act like I am all high-and-mighty just because I have this golf blog, but sometimes it just irritates me to no end. But then again, I guess I shouldn't be surprised with any of this since it's common at this place. So today I went to Caruso Golf Center to work on my short game. Caruso Golf Center is less than 5 minutes from my house and … [Read more...]
San Antonio Golf: The Repubilc Golf Club
I recently started a new job and during my first week on the job I got word from a couple people that my new company had a large golf association available to employees and retirees. So guess what I did my first week of work? Yes, I joined the USAA Eagle Golf Club. It's open to current employees and retirees, but you can also bring guests to play as well, which is a nice perk. They hold a golf tournament once a month with some special events mixed in throughout the year as well. All … [Read more...]
Volunteering at the U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship
This weekend, I had the chance to volunteer at the U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship held here in San Antonio at Briggs Ranch Golf Club. I have to complete 45 hours of volunteer service to fulfill my degree requirements, so I thought why not get 12 hours out of the way volunteering doing something involved with the game of golf! But after spending the last two days out at Briggs Ranch as a forecaddie, I think I might have found much more than getting 12 hours of volunteer work towards my … [Read more...]
Worst People to Golf With
This is a guest post by David Bryce. David is an online publisher for Thousand Hills Golf Resort in Branson, MO. He blogs on the topics of golf, travel, and vacations. Golfing is already a frustrating sport that mocks your inability to control a silly white ball, and playing with certain types can make my favorite game that much more aggravating. Over the years I’ve come to believe I’ll never be free of the “T-Offs,” as I’ve come to dub them. They are often my coworkers or friends who I … [Read more...]
San Antonio Golf: Mission Del Lago settles court battle with gun range
A little more than six months after a San Antonio golfer was shot in the chest while playing the 12th hole at Mission del Lago, a court battle between the San Antonio golf course and a nearby gun range has finally ended. The two sides, err, the gun range got bullied into making modifications and changes to its rifle section in order to reopen for business. The rifle range section of A Place to Shoot has been closed since a court injunction forced the business to close it in May. In my … [Read more...]
Valero Texas Open and Greg Norman Productions Team up to operate historic tournament
The possibility of having Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and Rory McIlroy playing in San Antonio might have gotten a little closer on Tuesday. The Valero Texas Open and Greg Norman Productions announced a multi-year deal on that brings some clout to an already historic PGA Tour event. Greg Norman’s company will take over leadership and operations of the Valero Texas Open immediately and get to work at hopefully making the event one of the premier stops on the PGA Tour. Larson Segerdahl will be … [Read more...]
Patriot Golf Day: Are You Playing For A Good Cause Today?
Patriot Golf Day turned five years old today. Founded on Labor Day 2007, the event has raised more than $12.8 million in an effort to provide scholarships for the children of men and women who have died or been disabled while defending our nation. Major Dan Rooney started the event by asking golfers to donate an extra dollar to their green fees at participating golf courses across the country. In 2007, the response was overwhelming and he was able to raise $1.1 million from 3,200 golf courses … [Read more...]
Frosted Tips and All; Roger Clemens Finishes Ninth at Golf.com World Amateur
I couldn't resist reading a recent article on Golf.com about Roger Clemens playing in the Golf.com World Amateur Handicap Championship, with his frosted tips and all. He finished ninth in the senior division ages 50-59. This is the third time Clemens has played in this tournament, which is a handicap flighted event with over 3,000 entries. His wife also played in the event, but didn't play as well as her husband. Clemens is an average golfer, playing to an eight handicap. It seems he … [Read more...]
Oosthuizen Goes Low, Tiger Still Lurks and DJ Makes His Case
With Brandt Snedeker and Dustin Johnson both making a good case on why they deserve one of the four Ryder Cup captain's picks, Louis Oosthuizen ended up stealing the show on Sunday. Oosthuizen shot a 29 on the front 9 and after letting a few get away on the back 9, he finished the day with a blistering 63. That number is good for a 3-shot lead over Rory McIlroy and six shot lead over Tiger Woods and Dustin Johnson. I believe Dustin Johnson is already a lock for one of the final Ryder Cup … [Read more...]
Davis Love III Makes His Ryder Cup Picks
Okay, so he doesn’t actually announce his picks until Tuesday morning, but I decided to make it easy for Davis and announce my selections for the United States team now. If he follows Front9Back9, which I am sure he does, then my picks should help him sleep a little better tonight because these four players will help ensure the Ryder Cup won’t be leaving the United States. Dustin Johnson – Dustin has been playing great golf lately, with three top-10 finishes in his last five tournaments. … [Read more...]
Front9Back9 Golf Picks & Predictions: Deutsche Bank Championship
The PGA Tour Playoffs move to TPC Boston this week and it's an understatement to say there is a lot riding on this tournament. It seems people are more interested in who is going to be the final four Captain's picks for the Ryder Cup then the fact $10 million is up for grabs in a few weeks. To be fair, the attention will probably shift more to the Tour Championship once Davis Love III makes his picks on Monday. But until then, the attention will be on the 5-6 players who are on the short … [Read more...]
Another Over-Par Weekend Drops Tiger Woods Down The Leaderboard
I rushed back home from a weekend at the coast with the hopes I would get to see Tiger Woods making a run up the leaderboard. Instead, I got home in time to see him miss another putt on the 12th hole for a double bogey and then make three more bogeys in the final six holes to shoot a final round 76. This capped off another over-par weekend for Tiger after starting with two solid rounds on Thursday and Friday. This begs the question whether the pressure of weekend golf is actually getting to … [Read more...]
Do You Want to Be Added to My Golf Blog Directory?
Why should you be added to my golf blog directory? Well, frankly because everyone is doing it and it's the cool thing to do. Just kidding actually. But I am really trying to revamp Front9Back9 Golf Blog with an updated look and possibly make new friends in the golf world who would like to be added to the golf blog directory and share some links between blogs. If you are interested, hit me up on Twitter @Front9Back9 or contact Front9Back9 here. I am also looking for guest golf bloggers … [Read more...]
What Are Your Thoughts on the USGA TEE IT FOWARD Initiative?
I got into a discussion with a couple of buddies recently in regards to the TEE IT FORWARD initiative set forth by the United States Golf Association and the PGA of America. The basic idea of the initiative is to encourage golfers to play for tees that are better suited to their playing abilities. The concept actually makes great sense, but the feeling I get from a lot of the guys I play with is they are "too macho" to play from one or two tee boxes closer. I am a 10.6 handicap and post all … [Read more...]
Front9Back9 Golf Picks & Predicions: The Barclays
First and foremost, it's been quite a while since I last wrote anything. In fact, it's been a little over two months. That's pretty sad for someone who loves the game of golf so much and basically watches every tournament every weekend. I am going to make a better attempt to get back into it more consistently going forward, and I hope you still visit! The first leg of the the PGA Tour Playoffs start tomorrow, and what a better way to kick it off then with the event being held at the famed … [Read more...]