Issue # 278 Different Strokes Golf Newsletter - June 8, 2005

Date: Jun 8, 2005
Subject: Issue # 278 Different Strokes Golf Newsletter - June  8, 2005

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YOUR THOUGHTS?
If you're a regular reader of this humble fare, you've perhaps
noticed that Golf World's Ron Sirak is one of our favorite
observers of the golf scene.  In a column last February
entitled Why We Love Daly (See SIRAK ON DALY below.), Sirak
nails down what makes for Daly's unflagging popularity.  This
week we ask for your take, not on Daly, but on other players
past and present who have managed to sustain similar fan
approbation.  Mention your favorites, and tell why.
rod@golfhelp.com

In this issue:
>> THIS WEEK
>> SIRAK ON DALY
>> DRAW AND FIRE
>> SITE TO SEE (GOLFGYM.COM)
>> THE BLOGS ARE HERE
>> PINEHURST SHOULD BE READY
>> NOTEWORTHY (ADAMS REDLINE RPM 460 DUAL)
>> NUMBER OF "CORE" GOLFERS DOWN
>> GOOD TO HEAR FROM YOU
>> HE SAID
>> SHORT GAME
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   THIS WEEK
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PGA
Booz Allen Classic
Potomac, Md.
June 9-12
2004 winner: Adam Scott (-21) $864,000

LPGA
McDonald's LPGA Championship
Havre de Grace, Maryland
Jun 9-12
2004 winner: Annika Sorenstam (-13) $240,000

CHAMPIONS
Bayer Advantage Classic
Overland Park, Kan.
June 10-12
2004 winner: Allen Doyle (-13) $247,500 (two rounds)

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   SIRAK ON DALY
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Ron Sirak knows how to turn a phrase.  His noting early this
year that John Daly's waistline is (was) like "a generous
scoop of ice cream spilling over the edge of a sugar cone" not
only calls up the picture of Long John, but also uses imagery
(ice cream) that "no one doesn't like" (to use a bad phrase).
Without in any way approving of Daly's over-the-top former
behavior, Sirak suggests that the reason for the sometime
portly golfer's popularity lies with the "Everyman" impression
he emits, the fans' perception that despite his prowess on the
golf course, he's just like us or like someone we know.  We
like him for his shortcomings and for his head-on approach to
life as well as to the green.
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   DRAW AND FIRE
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Here's another putting tip we feel has merit.  Setting up for
the putt, take one final look at the hole, then draw your eyes
back along the line.  When your eyes get back to the ball,
make a head-still pendulum swing to send the ball back down
the line your eyes had just traversed.  Bill Kroen calls this
"draw back and fire."
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   THE BLOGS ARE HERE
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As you may already know, "blogging" on the Internet has become
universal.  The web log is the means by which anyone, anywhere
can sound off on anything, and, not surprisingly, the world of
golf has not avoided blogger scrutiny.  In fact TaylorMade
Golf has its very own blog site ( www.carlsbadconfidential ).
We're not quite sure why, though, unless it's to lay some pipe
for forthcoming products - like the r7 TP Fairway Woods, due
out in mid-June, complete with moveable weights.  The blog
speculates that as moveable weight technology has apparently
caught on, consumers may ultimately have to carry a slew of
different wrenches to accommodate different club brands.  At
any rate, the new r7 TP Fairway Woods are said to be priced
at: $500, graphite; $450, steel.
Source: GolfBiz.net
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   PINEHURST SHOULD BE READY
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As we write, it's just a week until 156 U.S. Open qualifiers
begin to arrive at Pinehurst for practice rounds.  There has
been talk that owing to less than optimal spring weather
conditions the course may not measure up to USGA standards.
Not so, says Mike Davis, the U.S. Golf Association senior
director of competitions.  Davis walked the course and liked
what he saw.  The focus of concern is the rough, which needs
lots of water and heat to get to the stipulated 3" height.
Expected temperature increases should insure the goal is
reached.
Source: thegolfchannel.com
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   NUMBER OF "CORE" GOLFERS DOWN
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The National Golf Foundation since 1936 has been the industry
leader in providing accurate information about and insights
into the business of golf.  In a recent publication, the NGF
revealed figures showing a decline in the number of U.S.
"core" golfers since 2003. The NGF defines a core golfer as
one who plays at least eight rounds annually.  The number of
core golfers was 12.8 million in 2004, 4.7% lower than the
13.4 million recorded in 2003.  Additionally, fewer rounds
were played in April, 2005, than in April the year before.
Despite the recent decline, no trend appears to be taking
place.  Other than a spike referred to as the "Tiger effect"
between 1997 and 2000, the number of core golfers has remained
relatively stable.
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    GOOD TO HEAR FROM YOU
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About Cristie Kerr, sex appeal, and the LPGA:

"It is a shame, but sex appeal sells more than great golf when
it comes to the women.  I think it should be used within
reason. . . ."  Carol

"Good Grief!  Are we saying that adding sex appeal to the LPGA
is a bad thing!  Kerr, Natalie . . . what more could we ask
for?  Articulate, good golfers, and easy on the eyes.  Just
the ticket.  Call me a sexist and you would probably be right.
Viva the difference!"
CB Maxwell

". . . What's wrong with looking attractive and being good at
a sport at the same time . . ."  EG

"Agree absolutely with Cristie Kerr . . . sex sells . . . and
I would reckon that the LPGA Tour already have realized that,
and if they have not, (they should) take a look at the women
tennis players. . . ."  KH

"If you want to attract a larger male audience, Ms. Kerr is on
the right track.  The recent popularity of the PGA is, in
part, due to younger, stronger guys out there making older
courses obsolete.  The ladies just need to put their best foot
forward.  Looking your best is not illegal.  Although some on
the tour seem to think so." AF

". . . Sex will definitely sell products and the LPGA is a
product which could/should use the set of tools they've been
blessed with to increase their sales.  I wish the LPGA the
best of luck . . ." JR

". . . There has always been the stereotype of a masculine
lady golfer.  This look has changed dramatically, and, without
losing sight of  golfing ability, the (new look) should be
showcased and admired. . . . Kudos to Ms. Kerr for her birdie
contribution. . . ." jes (Ms. Kerr, who sponsors the charity
www.birdiesforbreastcancer.com  herself donated $250 for each
of the 11 birdies she made at the  Sybase Classic. Ed.)
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    HE SAID
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"All of us have known someone like Long John somewhere along
the way." - Ron Sirak
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    SHORT GAME
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= Bart Bryant finished The Memorial at 16-under on Sunday, a
winning score just one stroke better than Fred Couples' tally.

= It was Annika Sorenstam the winner all over again at the
ShopRite Classic where she eagled the final hole Sunday for a
final round of 67.

= Tom Jenkins birdied the second playoff hole Sunday to deny
2004 champion D.A. Weibring and win the Allianz Championship.

= The Orlando Sentinel has convinced a judge to release
evidence presented in the trial connected with the plane crash
that killed pro golfer Payne Stewart and five others.

= Aspyr Media Inc. has announced that Tiger Woods PGA Tour
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