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Years ago, a young Navy pilot was injured while ejecting from his A-4 Skyhawk due to engine failure during a catapult shot from a carrier. Due to the heroics of the rescue helicopter crew and the ship's hospital staff, his only permanent injury was the loss of one ear. Since he wasn't seriously physically impaired, he remained on flight status, and eventually became an Admiral. However, after the accident, he was always sensitive about his appearance. One day the Admiral was interviewing two Navy Master Chiefs and a Marine Sergeant Major for a position on his personal staff. The first Master Chief was a surface Navy type, and it was a great interview. At the end of the interview, the Admiral asked him, "Do you notice anything different about me?" The Master Chief answered, "Why, yes, Admiral. I couldn't help but notice that you’re missing your starboard ear, so I don't know whether this impacts your hearing on that side." The Admiral got very angry at this lack of tact, and threw him out of his office. When the next candidate, an aviation Master Chief, was asked this same question, he answered, "Well, yes, Sir, you seem to be short one ear." The Admiral threw him out as well. The third interview was with the Marine Sergeant Major. He was articulate, extremely sharp, and seemed to know more than the two Navy Master Chiefs put together. The Admiral wanted this guy, but ended the interview with the same question: "Do you notice anything different about me?" To his surprise, the Sergeant Major said, "Yes Sir. You wear contact lenses." The Admiral was impressed, and thought to himself, what an incredibly tactful Marine. "And how would you know that?" the Admiral asked. The Sergeant Major replied, "Well, sir, it's pretty hard to wear glasses with only one freakin' ear.”

Lesson #5 Today's lesson was really focused on my footwork and where the forces/pressure points are in my feet at different parts on the swing. My new hip turn and rotation has been working out well, but I haven't been getting onto my front foot as well as I should. I have been sitting around 65% of my weight on my front foot at impact and we'd like to see the number closer to 80% (and the number to go up even more after impact to show acceleration through the ball). We focused on keeping the weight in the middle of my feet so that I didn't get too far out over my toes at any point. On the downswing I really concentrated on getting that weight into my left food through the middle of the foot. I really had to concentrate on a feeling of the weight going to my front outside heel so that I wouldn't get out over my left toes. Syncing up the torso and hip movements with the footwork is definitely a work in progress, but I left the lesson understanding exactly what I needed to work on and I was able to match up everything with a few swings before the lessons ended. The last thing we worked on today was a little better setup with my shorter clubs. I had a habit of setting up with my hands too even with the head on my wedges, which caused me to add loft and expose the leading edge to the ball (two not very good things). We worked on ball position (slightly further back) with my hands slightly forward and it allowed me to compress the ball much better and get a better launch angle. All in all, another fantastic lesson with progress being made and a good understanding of what I need to work on leading up to the next lesson.

OK. We should be square now. Here's what we've got: 1) The Truth division draft is locked in and your rosters will not change. 2) The Digest draft has been rolled back again. 3) New draft for Digest is Feb 2 @9pm EST 4) Previous pre-rankings should be restored. I didn't do mine so can someone please test this one? I know it's frustrating to have these issues but there is a noble cause here that we're helping them improve their platform. I don't expect any further issues once we get the rosters set. As others can attest, the seasons have gone smoothly thus far. Lastly, I wanted to add in a nice little message from the Fantrax team. "You and your league members have been awesome, not just in your detailed bug reporting, but your patience for using such an early beta function, so thanks for that! We would like to offer you some credits, but golf doesn't have any fees since all premium leagues are free. If you (or others in your league) are interested in setting up league(s) in other sports, let us know and we will waive the fees for those." If you want to take advantage of the offer, just let me know and I'll help you redeem it.

A college math professor and his wife are both 60 years old. One evening the wife came home and found a note from her husband that said, "My dear, now that you are 60 years old, there are some things you no longer do for me. I am at the Holiday Inn with my 20-year-old student. Don't bother waiting up for me." He returned home later that night to find a note from his wife: "You, my dear, are also 60 years old and there are also things I need that you're not giving me. So I am at the Motel 6 with one of your 20-year-old students. Being a math professor, I'm sure you know that 20 goes into 60 way more than 60 goes into 20. So, don't you wait up for me." Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy

Started 91, current 98.8 Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy

So, its official. I'm turning old this year. My daughter graduates high school and heads off to college. We just had our 25th wedding anniversary, and I turn 50 in 10 months. I figured that in order to remind myself that life is for living, I would try to make this year about playing 50 different courses before I turn 50 years old. For those of you who do not know me, I live in Oregon, work in the golf industry, and I haven't played 50 rounds in a year for over 20 years. I will try my best to chronicle my journey to 50 in this space. I love the community here at MGS. I have been a loyal reader and contributor since day one. My post count is down the past 2 years. I attribute this to much less time looking at a computer, and more time working on my game. I will list the course, city, tees I played, score and any notes/reflections about the facility. Course#1 - Tetherow GC, Bend Oregon. Sage Tees - 42: Only got to play the front 9 here. Green complexes were nutty. Very large, very fast and VERY undulating. Fair from the tee, but super difficult putting. Course #2 - Talamore, Southern Pines NC, Blue Tees - 78: Nice layout, very hilly. Course was wet from rain and recent hurricane, so there was no roll on tee shots. Greens were good. Would play again Course #3 - Pinehurst #4, Pinehurst NC, Blue Tees - 82: Conditions were wet, cold and windy. Didn't detract from the round. Awesome layout. Very difficult approach shots. Felt pretty good with 82. Course #4 - Pinehurst #2, Pinehurst NC, Blue Tees - 85: Tough putting for someone not used to the bermuda greens. I missed everything. Just a fantastic course. I would love to play again when I was fresher. Course #5 - The Cradle, Pinehurst NC, standard tees - I played 27 holes on this 9 hole par 3. It was the most fun I have had on a golf course in years! 10/10 would travel to Pinehurst to play the Cradle all day. Course #6 - Arrowood GC, Oceanside CA, Blue Tees - 76: Very hilly layout. Decent conditions. Greens were difficult to read. Some of the tee shots were undefined. Staff was inattentive. Range and practice green were acceptable. Course #7 - Eagle Falls GC, Indio CA, Eagle Tees - 76: Very well maintained.Good layout, could be very difficult if it was windy. Would play again. Course #8 - Pacific Dunes, Bandon Oregon, Green Tees - 74: My favorite course. Views are amazing. Bunkers are incredible difficult. Avoid avoid avoid. Greens are firm and subtle. I love this place.

Also shot 79 today - it was a mixed bag of good shots and incomplete turns leading to blocks - Only missed 2 fairways though and the good ones were really good. Finally made birdie on 18. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy

If there is another Cobra Connect Challenge It might be the most epic test session EVER!!!.. We have 96 pages, 1907 replies, and 45,203 views for this challenge, and it still is drawing interest.. Thanks to @fozcycle @HardcoreLooper, @Joyzee10, @MDGolfHacker, and Myself. If Cobra is game I'm ready for another run at Foz.. We all spent all summer playing are best and had a blast doing it.. Cobra Golf I'm ready for Cobra Connect challenge III if you are...

With all of the F9 hype, if there's another CC challenge I fully expect the forums to explode. Sent from my Pixel 3 using MyGolfSpy mobile app

Week 2 of the second level is in the books. Had my best session yet today, which was a surprise because my right should has been a little stiff & sore the past few days (Why? Who knows, I'm 56 ) and with the outdoor temperature about 7 right now, even the garage is pretty cold. Broke the 100 mph barrier in a couple of new columns, pretty psyched about that! Like some others have mentioned, I was a little concerned early on about what trying to swing as fast as I can would do to my form, but I'm starting to feel that is actually is starting to help because my body needs to move more efficiently to swing faster and my brain is now starting to make adjustments which turn into better form. And I believe that is the whole basis underlying SuperSpeed Golf's system. I don't believe that specifically stated on SuperSpeed's website, unless I missed it, but it fits right in with Adam Young's training philosophy - and that's kind of how I got here: Adam Young's blog mentioned Jon Sherman's Practical Golf Site, where I read Jon's review of SSG, which had a comment from someone that linked to this review.

MMMMMM Love this, You go get 'em.. I will follow all the way to the end.. @MmmmmmBuddy, @GolfSpy Dave I turned 50 in Oct. Last Summer I played the best golf I ever have. Life has never been better Enjoy it there is still plenty to go..

I tried the Spider X at a demo day a few weeks ago and I can say the feel is noticeably different from the standard Spider. The rep said its significantly more face weighted making it super smooth for a straight back and through putting style. If it wasn't $350 I would have bought one already. Sent from my SM-N960U using MyGolfSpy mobile app

Ok, good thread/topic. Here's another 'slight' dimension to it. I bought my Titleist blades off the shelf, no idea about length, lie, lofts, shafts, kick points etc played everyday and worked out how to hit it well, in my eyes. Got down to a 3 h/cap after 3 years. Next set of Mizuno blades I bought off the shelf as the pro said it was a cancelled order and do I want them at cost. No idea what shafts they had or anything about Mizuno blades. Used them for 12 years and h/cap stayed around the 4 or 5 mark. Occasionally shot under par. Then I 'discovered' tons of info about the technicalities of the game, equipment specs, kick points, lie angle, bounce and proceeded to get lessons (occasionally I would have a swing breakdown with shanks, pulls, duffs etc) and then fitted for a driver and irons. There now follows years and years of tweaking and chasing a good game thru equipment and quick fix lessons. I could go two seasons without breaking 80 and my game was one shot brilliant, next shot a duff or thin. I'm still kinda chasing my game but recently found the root of all my issues and working on that myself with excellent results, so far. So in summary I think if you have a good swing you can play anything and will adapt to any shaft or head or lofts. Lessons and fitting really help to narrow down the key areas that you as an individual and unique person must work on, within your own physical limitations. I've seen teachers trying to give a pupil the perfect swing when they physically or mentally will never achieve this repeatedly, but that doesn't mean they will never play well, the tour and sub tours have guys with swings a coach would never teach but they do exceptionally well. /sorry for the long reply, it started as a 2 liner

@matt416 casually carrying it 330. Cobra should put you on staff -- I can't think of a better promo video than your last 2 YT vids.

After watching the TXG fitting today this just shot up to the top of my must try list. Doubt I’ll see speeds like Matt but if I could crack into the 160s I’d be excited.

I feel like I want to make the switch to Evnroll so bad, but I've got to be able to demo one first and no one in my area has them. In fact, I've not yet seen one in person anywhere... I believe their groove tech works - it certainly makes logical sense and MGS backs it up - but if I can't demo one against my gamer (which works great for me) then I doubt I'll drop the $$$ on one. The only reason I have a Scotty in my bag is because I was able to borrow the pro shop's demo every round I played for nearly a month. After you see enough putts drop, you don't too much question cost or brand loyalty or anything else. You just fork over the money!!! LOL

@revkev we are glad you saw your speeds spike again at the end of the Level 2 training. You may still get more gains if you continue to the next level. The great thing now is that if you choose to take a break from the training you should pick back up close to where you left off. Typically the gains after the first 2 protocols levels are now permanent baring some type of physical injury after you stop training. We always want the last swings of the day to really attempt to max it out and imprint that into the brain.

Update to my previous post: Got my new PXG Gen 2 driver today in the mail! My first impression is that it is lightweight.. It has to be the carbon fiber crown. I have the 0811x Gen 2 9 degree loft with a Tensei CK Pro Blue 70tx shaft which is 77g - and it feels way lighter than my old M1 which had a Tour AD BBx7 shaft which was 76g. Face looks like it sits very square, and the alignment aid is great.. Also I got the midsize grip which doesn't seem midsize, it seems like a couple extra wraps but is super comfortable. Haven't hit it yet, but hopefully will early next week. But wanted to give you guys some pictures.

Played my first round of 2019 (and first round in 3 months) yesterday and somehow shot 67 (-5). Hopefully I can score like this in my tournaments this year. Definitely happy to have my Cobra irons back in the bag and not the Hogan’s Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy

Ha. Lot's of good courses in and around SA. Hope you played well.

Beautiful day! Marvelous golf course! Playing with wonderful friends! Only down side: it takes for ever to find your ball...

I gave my black SM7s the vinegar treatment, but I also polished them with 600 grit sandpaper and 00 steel wool. I think they came out perfect!

Now that is exactly what I can hardly wait to do once spring rolls around!

I’m at about 150 but a lot of that is due to having to time the epic up. I can’t swing as freely as I’d like and keep it on the planet

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I totally agree with you, me finding them was pure luck..They are a really small company and marketing is pretty expensive, so I think that is why.. I like the style of the review! Couldn't help laughing a bit.. That Titleist guy is only playing them when he has to go over water!

I wouldn´t say that I became already a "fan" but the first impressions are really good. I try to get some words together: That´s what I was looking for. The balls arrived quickly – I´ve ordered a dozen of each (Puresoft, Puresoft X, Pure Pro, Pure Pro X) to see what´s best for me. Yesterday I was golfing with 2 buddies and one of them is a guy … how can I explain … There´s no other things you see in his bag, only Titleist. From the balls to the towel to the clubs and even his cap. Let us call him a fanboy . So I brought my new balls and we´ve started viewing them, feeling in the hand and so on. What you do with every new thing you buy. So far, nothing really special. White, dimples … it´s a golfball. I like the “feel” of the purepro more than the puresoft, but that’s just my opinion. Not important anyway. Our ritual when we start is drinking a shot, no one knows why but without them we are very sad :P. There was the time to say “someone likes a brezel and a beer”? I´ve shown them my new ball markers and at that point we all had a big smile in our face. (and for sure we tried to bite off a piece and take a sip of the beer ) - our fantasy still works :D:D So, now the important thing: The balls. Well, first thing I have to say that I was really impressed. No one has ever heard from them but they do a good job as far as we can say. We are no Pros, just guys having fun. Our Titleist-guy was the first and he decided for the PureProX (he plays the ProV1X) and normally he hits a ball and immediately tells you that´s crap (when it´s not a ProV). Not this time, there was no praise but also nothing negative. I decided to go for the PurePro and wow, driver distance is pretty good. As I mentioned we are not Pros and we don´t care about a yard or two, but after all the ball should fly and it does. Straight away with a nice sound and a relative stable ball flight (was a bit windy this day). The third person in our group tried the PureSoft (he plays everything, really everything, he doesn´t care that much about balls) and in driver shots theres no big difference to talk about. But he likes the PureSoft and also gave the SoftX a try, but for his swing speed I guess a 4-piece ball doesn´t support him that much so he stayed at the Puresoft. During the whole round we´ve really tried every iron and wedges what we brought in our bags and the Pearl balls performed very nice and – for me the most important thing – very constantly. Good control, spin rates where you need and not to forget at very reasonable prices. Even our Titleist-guy said that he is surprised but he will stay at his ProVs (just for info he kept the rest of the PureproX … maybe we´ll see a wonder ) Oh lord so many letters. Sorry, but when I start writing someone has to stop me After all I can recommend this brand to everyone to give them at least a try. I am still wondering that I don´t see much advertising or anything else from them round the US. They should do more advertising to get the attention they may deserve.

Putting my TS3 up against it tomorrow. Will see how they compare. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy

Just started playing Battlefield 4. So far so good! This is the one reason why I want a PS4. Xbox has no good options for baseball games.

Let us know if you have any “cool” putters you want to get rid of. Post them in here so us lefties can see seriously though, at least you now know what type of putter fits your game.

That's awesome Rev! Sent from my SM-G955U using MyGolfSpy mobile app

I have 4 little ones at home so the later the better. I can rank players if others need it in the middle of the day.

I used to like the look of the Spider but it just doesn't suit my eye like it used to for some reason. I liked the Spider Mini's. My issue is the reports of the paint chipping, but I love the compact look of the mini more than the original spider shape.

No, Truth is going to remain as-is. Good job getting them collars! I'm getting pretty close to a resolution on Digest so I'll post an announcement when we're there. How does a Saturday re-draft work for everyone?

I just got into my place from the office. I am now judging the temperature by the number of f bombs I drop between the truck and my front door. Right that number was about 37 in 40 seconds. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

One week from now, I’ll have completed the PXG Gen 2 driver fitting. Can’t wait! If it doesn’t beat the G400 Max, no big deal... Still going to be fun! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

It is such a pleasure as MOD not to have to constantly settle things down. John isn't on here as much in his new role, so I'll say it for him as he often did. You guys truly rock! Hate to hear that Steddy. But unfortunately there are a few in every bunch that feel belittling Is the way to make their point. I know your not the run to the mods and tell type. But we definitely would like to know when someone needs a reminder of the MGS way. Unfortunately we can't read every post of every thread. You guys Rock ---part 2!

Based upon your experiences, you of all people have the right and authority to speak on how social media can truly ruin or frustrate someone to their wits end. There’s a decorum here that doesn’t necessarily force the moderators to state the rules. I have said it 100 times and I’ll say it again. The tone here is pleasant and self-governance does a very good job of making MGS a pleasant alternative to the social media world where it’s a competition to see who can shout the loudest.

Would completely agree with that analogy but for myself I don't have access to the PGA show so I'll take my par 3 muni haha. Sent from my SM-G950U using MyGolfSpy mobile app

I’ll be in Yorktown around September/October it looks like for a week. We have to get that round in this time.

Why Parents Drink A father passing by his son's bedroom was astonished to see that his bed was nicely made and everything was picked up. Then he saw an envelope, propped up prominently on the pillow that was addressed to 'Dad.' With the worst premonition he opened the envelope with trembling hands and read the letter. Dear Dad: It is with great regret and sorrow that I'm writing you. I had to elope with my new girlfriend because I wanted to avoid a scene with Mom and you. I have been finding real passion with Stacy and she is so nice. But I knew you would not approve of her because of all her piercing, tattoos, tight motorcycle clothes and the fact that she is much older than I am. But it' s not only the passion...Dad she's pregnant. Stacy said that we will be very happy. She owns a trailer in the woods and has a stack of firewood for the whole winter. We share a dream of having many more children. Stacy has opened my eyes to the fact that marijuana doesn't really hurt anyone. We'll be growing it for ourselves and trading it with the other people that live nearby for cocaine and ecstasy. In the meantime we will pray that science will find a cure for AIDS so Stacy can get better. She deserves it. Don't worry Dad. I'm 15 and I know how to take care of myself. Someday I'm sure that we will be back to visit so that you can get to know your grandchildren. Love, Your Son John PS. Dad, none of the above is true. I'm over at Tommy's house. I Just wanted to remind you that there are worse things in life than the Report card that's in my center desk drawer. I love you. Call me when it's safe to come home.

Have you heard about the new ball that automatically goes in if within 6 inches of the hole? Yup, it's true... just don't keep it in your pocket.

Recently a routine police patrol was parked outside a bar in the Outback. After last call, the officer noticed a man leaving the bar so apparently intoxicated that he could barely walk. The man stumbled around the parking lot for a few minutes, with the officer quietly observing. After what seemed an eternity, in which he tried his keys on five different vehicles, the man managed to find his car and fall into it. He sat there for a few minutes as a number of other patrons left the bar and drove off. Finally he started the car, switched the wipers on and off; it was a fine, dry summer night, flicked the blinkers on and off a couple of times, honked the horn and then switched on the lights. He moved the vehicle forward a few inches, reversed a little, and then remained still for a few more minutes as some more of the other patrons' vehicles left. At last, when his was the only car left in the parking lot, he pulled out and drove slowly down the road. The police officer, having waited patiently all this time, now started up his patrol car, put on the flashing lights, and promptly pulled the man over and administered a breathalyser test. To his amazement, the breathalyzer indicated no evidence that the man had consumed any alcohol at all! Dumbfounded, the officer said, "I'll have to ask you to accompany me to the police station. This breathalyser equipment must be broken." "I doubt it," said the truly proud Redneck. "Tonight I'm the designated decoy."

Went back to Battlefield 4 recently- actually pretty good fun online and servers still very full.

Titleist TS2 with Fujikura Atmos Black TS 6X

Had a chance to hit this during my Club Champion fitting. First impression - looks nice, but felt REALLY heavy. Dispersion was good, but ball speed wasn't. Did not like the sound or feel either - felt kind of dead. Was my first time ever hitting a PXG club and I came away severely underwhelmed

You can schedule a fitting thru their website

wondering if you'd PM me the reps contact info? I'm in Tampa area but could drive up to Orlando for a fitting. Thanks

Waiting to hear how it went!

I think there was an old post, that I may have started, on this topic. Studies have shown that the stability of the shoe and the individual golfers needs may impact the performance of a golfer. Have I seen this, not really since I don’t have multiple pairs of golf shoes and when replacing I just go with the updated model. Been wearing FJ Contours as long as I can remember.