From the bland and downright annoying to informative and fun, golf’s on air personalities entertain and sometimes irritate viewers. Here’s a review of the best and worst of golf’s more notable announcers, analysts and commentators: (Listed alphabetically) Paul Azinger (NBC) “The Zinger” is opinionated and he draws his opinions, analysis and assumptions from...
Top 5 Bogey-Proof Whiskies
As a public service announcement, let me state unequivocally, I’m not a whisky/whiskey connoisseur. I’m not even close. So please whisky snobs, take it easy on me. I just know there’s no better way to celebrate a round of golf than enjoying a shot of this smooth, liquid gold. I’m a devout whisky drinker...
10 Absolutely Stupid Golf Fashions
1. Long Sleeve Dress Shirts Lately, Phil Mickelson has been wearing these at tournaments. He looks like a rules official or some bored office worker that wants to pull off a quick nine after a long day toiling away in a cublicle. Even Phil the Thrill can’t pull this look off, so puh-leeze,...
10 Most Ridiculous Golf Course Antics
It’s part of the Guru’s job description to play lots of golf courses. I’ve been lucky to play everything from high-end Top 100 courses to no frills munis and nine-hole layouts. Believe me, I’ve seen the good, the bad and the ugly. Some golf courses just don’t get it. Here are 10 of the...
10 Amazing Golf Superstitions and Quirky Situations
The Guru has teed it up around the world with all sorts of golfers. There are, of course, differences in golf courses, cultural attitudes and drink choices at the 19th hole. (I love a chilled Vinho Verde wine in Portugal and a frosty Tsingtao in China after a round). One thing that seems to...