SPY VIP The Dansome Posted December 13, 2016 SPY VIP Share Posted December 13, 2016 What does Greg have up his sleeve? http://sports.yahoo.com/news/greg-norman-secret-plan-disrupt-175136135.html c) 2016 Time Inc. Greg Norman on His Mega-Business, the State of Golf and His Incredible 1986 Season Greg Norman joins GOLF LIVE to talk about the state of the PGA Tour, becoming a business mogul, and to reminisce about his historic 1986 season.Greg Norman has long been a major figure in the game of golf. On the course, the Great White Shark captured two major victories (and a handful of heartbreaking near-misses) while sitting at No. 1 in the World Golf Rankings for 331 weeks, second only to Tiger Woods. But Norman's off-course activities have arguably had a bigger influence on the game, including his prolific golf course design company and his many business ventures in and around the game. But now, the Australian golf legend is planning something even bigger. Norman is inviting media members to a summit in mid-2017 to announce his newest and perhaps greatest venture, one that is shrouded in secrecy. "In the middle second quarter of next year, I'll invite you guys down to my office. We will tell you exactly how we're going to break this cast iron that's been wrapped around golf for so long. We're going to shatter it. The institutions (USGA, R&A, PGA of America, PGA Tour) will eventually buy into it because they will have to buy into it. They won't have a choice," Norman told reporters last month at the unveiling of his latest design, the Greg Norman Signature Course at Vidanta Neuvo Vallarta, Mexico. Greg Norman Thinks Donald Trump Will Succeed as President As reported by Rick Young for scoregolf.com, the venture will involve Verizon, with whom the golfer signed an eight-year deal with recently. Details are thin, so we will all be waiting patiently to see what Norman has in store to disrupt the golf world in 2017. Yo #JustPlayBetter Follow @GolfSpyMBP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPY VIP GolfSpy Dave Posted December 13, 2016 SPY VIP Share Posted December 13, 2016 Is it... New Coke? XFL? Crystal Pepsi? The Mullet? PokeGolf? Bottomless Golfâ„¢ Feel The Breeze Between Your Knees Roo scrotum valuable pouches? Volvo Intorqueo All the cool kids follow me on twitter: @GolfspyDave If you are not a cool kid, following me on twitter will make you cool... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Golf Guy Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 I heard he has a team golf league concept. I like watching golf so will watch if it's televised, but I'm not sure it's anything that could be ground breaking, mainly because I don't see how he could attract the best and most famous names away from their tour schedules. More power to him, but seems more like something motivated out of spite than anything else. WIT Sta Dry Bag: Driver: '17 M2 Woods: M2 3W and 5W Hybrids: Apex 3h and 5h Irons: MP 18 MMC Wedges: MD PM Grind, 56* and 60* Putter: California Sonoma Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfSpy Barbajo Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 Given the news of the last day, what if he starts his own rules/governing body? Hell, the only reason the USGA has the power it has is because everyone agrees they should have it. What if there was a serious alternative? Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy What's in the bag: Driver: TSR3; DynaPWR Carbon FW Wood: DynaPWR 3-wood; TSR 2+ Hybrids: PXG Gen4 18-degree Utility Irons: ZX MkII 20* Irons:; 699/699 Pro V2 Combo; D9 Forged; MT86 (coming soon!); VIP 1025 V-Foil MB/CB; Wedges: RTX6 Zipcore Putter: HB Soft Milled 10.5; Newport Special Select; Willamette, BB8; 8802; MATI Monto Ball: Tour B RXS; Z-STAR Diamond; Triad Stat Tracker/GPS Watch: Follow @golfspybarbajo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McaseyM Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 I'm guessing it's a combo of Spartan Races and golf, called Tartan! You will play varying lengths of courses, from "Sprint" 18s, "Super" 36s, "Beastly" 54s or Ultra Beast 72 holes with only 3 clubs, one of which must be a driver. you will have to shoot over pits of fire, through mud traps, crawl through tunnels and over natural obstacles like fallen trees and plateaus, and scale severe crevices and small mountains alike to reach the greens. You must also drink Greg Norman Estate wine at the aid stations, while wearing Greg Norman clothing and his signature straw hat during the competition. Good luck What's in my bag: Driver : F9 10.5, Fujikura Speeder 757 TR Fairway F9 15.5° Aldila Rogue White 80X Hybrid: King F7 18° KBS Tour PROTO Hybrid 95 S+ Irons: z585 4i - 6i, z785 7i-PW, Nippon Modus 120X Wedges: CBX 50.11, 55.11, 60.10 TT DG S400 Black Putter: Honey Badger 34" Ball: Q-Star Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philly Golf Guy Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 Given the news of the last day, what if he starts his own rules/governing body? Hell, the only reason the USGA has the power it has is because everyone agrees they should have it. What if there was a serious alternative? Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Interesting possibility. I anticipate the USGA and R&A merging into a global rules body. The USGA's move to exclude solo rounds seemed like a way to make for a smoother transition since I think only tournament rounds are considered for your handi with the R&A. Whether or not this happens, how would Norman be able to create enough leverage to rival either governing body? Even if he could, how would it be an attractive alternative? WIT Sta Dry Bag: Driver: '17 M2 Woods: M2 3W and 5W Hybrids: Apex 3h and 5h Irons: MP 18 MMC Wedges: MD PM Grind, 56* and 60* Putter: California Sonoma Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 I can't even phantom a guess. But he sure sounds like Donald Trump. Ha Will be interesting to see what he has in store. G430 Max 10K TSiR1 15.0 Aldlia Ascent 60g TSR2 18.0 PX Aldila Ascent 6og TSi1 20 Aldila Ascent Shafts R T350 5-GW SteelFiber I80 SM10 48F/54M and58K S159 48S/52S/56W/60B Select 5.5 Flowback 35" ProV1 Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GolfSpy Barbajo Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 Interesting possibility. I anticipate the USGA and R&A merging into a global rules body. The USGA's move to exclude solo rounds seemed like a way to make for a smoother transition since I think only tournament rounds are considered for your handi with the R&A. Whether or not this happens, how would Norman be able to create enough leverage to rival either governing body? Even if he could, how would it be an attractive alternative? Not really sure, but the USGA has authority over the game only because the Tour, equipment manufacturers and the PGA of America agree to it. That's all any governing body is - a consensus agreement. Moses didn't come down from the Mount saying the USGA is that it is. Norman might have the juice, and the money, to at least try. Seriously doubt that's what it is, but it would sure be fun to watch... What's in the bag: Driver: TSR3; DynaPWR Carbon FW Wood: DynaPWR 3-wood; TSR 2+ Hybrids: PXG Gen4 18-degree Utility Irons: ZX MkII 20* Irons:; 699/699 Pro V2 Combo; D9 Forged; MT86 (coming soon!); VIP 1025 V-Foil MB/CB; Wedges: RTX6 Zipcore Putter: HB Soft Milled 10.5; Newport Special Select; Willamette, BB8; 8802; MATI Monto Ball: Tour B RXS; Z-STAR Diamond; Triad Stat Tracker/GPS Watch: Follow @golfspybarbajo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigtazzGolf Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 Is it... New Coke? XFL? Crystal Pepsi? The Mullet? PokeGolf? Bottomless Golfâ„¢ Feel The Breeze Between Your Knees Roo scrotum valuable pouches? roosack.jpg Oh I hope it's XFL. I really did enjoy those games and the tailgating was top notch. #HeHateMe Sent using the MGS app! @bigtazzGOLF on Twitter Grip n Rip it Chicks dig the LONG ball In my staff bag King F7+ Mitsubishi Tensei CK Pro White 60 - Graphite Tour X-Stiff CBX 13.5 3 Wood Atomic Irons 4-AW (reviewing) CG16 Satin 52* 588 RTX 2.0 56* and 60* Sentio Sierra 101-M Putter Proud tester of the Tommy Armour ATOMIC Irons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattF Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 Roo scrotum valuable pouches? roosack.jpg Well...we have one of those hanging from our kitchen dining light. In the bag: Driver: Darkspeed X 9° UST Mamiya LIN-Q M40X Blue 7F4 Fairway: Apex UW 19° & 21° Project X HZRDUS Smoke RDX Black 5.5 Irons: JPX 923 HMP 5-PW UST Mamiya Recoil 95 F4 Wedges: T-22 Denim Copper 48°, 52° & 56° UST Mamiya Recoil 95 F4 Putter Sycamore 005 Wide Blade Bag: Fairway 14 stand bag Balls: Chrome Tour X Cart: CaddyLite ONE Ver. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revkev Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 Norman has always understood that his primary product is his persona. His agent started the world rankings devising a formula that allowed him to dominate them during his playing career. Looking back on the era Norman was the 3rd or 4th best player. Ballesteros and Faldo were better players with more world wide wins. Norman is in the group with Price and Langer. When it comes to business he's tops. Clothing, course design, wines, he's done a great job. He has the potential to shake things up by appealing to everyday golfers. I will look forward to seeing what he has in mind. Sent from my VS986 using MyGolfSpy mobile app Driver: Taylor Made Stealth 2 10.5 Diamana S plus 60 R flex - 44.25 Fairways: Ping G410 5, 7, 9 wood Alta CB red 65 R flex Hybrid: Ping G410 26 degree Alta CB Red 70 R flex Irons: Ping G430 7-PW, 45, 50 Alta CB black 65 soft R flex Wedges: Ping 195 S54, E58 Wedges and irons are - 1/2” and one degree flat Putter: Sacks Parente Duke 32.5” Ball: Titleist Pro VI or Callaway Chrome Soft X ls While not at the same time I was fit for every club in my bag as well as the Pro VI ball. I use the chrome soft x ls on my league course. It has much softer softer greens than the club that I belong to. I’m on a mission to shoot my age - lifetime lowest round is 66 and I’m currently 67. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sixcat Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 I can't even phantom a guess. But he sure sounds like Donald Trump. Ha Will be interesting to see what he has in store. I couldn't help but think the same thing as I was reading his comments. Taking a page out of the Trump playbook to "make golf great again"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 He might be thinking that the timing is right with the merging of USGA and R&A ruling bodies to resurrect his "World Tour" program that he wanted to do years ago. What's interesting to me is that he was fired from Fox Sports after his dismal attempt at commentating, and now he is partnering with Verizon. So, I suspect that he has some idea to promote a combination of PGA Tour, USGA, European, Australian, Asian, S. African(?) tours into a World Tour with television or internet broadcasting. Of course, it may be a ploy to sell more wine. “We don’t stop playing the game because we get old; we get old because we stop playing the game.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaskanski Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 He might be thinking that the timing is right with the merging of USGA and R&A ruling bodies to resurrect his "World Tour" program that he wanted to do years ago. What's interesting to me is that he was fired from Fox Sports after his dismal attempt at commentating, and now he is partnering with Verizon. So, I suspect that he has some idea to promote a combination of PGA Tour, USGA, European, Australian, Asian, S. African(?) tours into a World Tour with television or internet broadcasting. Of course, it may be a ploy to sell more wine. My thoughts exactly. Naturally, the prize money on offer would be the attraction to the players and the rest would all follow suit. It seems to be a formula that has worked for a number of sports that work across multiple countries. The only real flaw is the traditional reluctance for US golfers to travel too far from their own back yard, but this is less of a problem when US golfers no longer dominate the golf rankings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWahoo Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 If he's planning on resurrecting his effort for a world tour, he will need to have "his ducks in a row", not to mention corporate sponsors with deep pockets. Of the four majors, only one, the Masters, is not affiliated with either the USGA, the R&A or the PGA. Plus I'm not sure how a renewed effort for a world tour would shake up these organizations. The bottom line is that I have no idea what he may be planning, but it is sure going to be interesting and maybe even entertaining. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaidJacket Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 I've never liked mystery deals that might take place months and months from now. Just spit it out. What's the point in even talking about it? Buzz? Meh. If anything I'd hope it would be a deal of some kind for amateur golf and not the freaking pros. But it probably isn't. I'm dreaming. I'm in a grumpy mood today and not feeling the love for tour pros. How bout some power to the Amateurs for a change? Guys like us. My Sun Mountain bag currently includes: 771CSI 5i - PW and PFC Micro Tour-c 52°, 56°, 60 wedges EXS 10.5*, 929-HS FW4 16.5* Willimette w/GolfPride Contour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted December 14, 2016 Share Posted December 14, 2016 I'm in a grumpy mood today and not feeling the love for tour pros. How bout some power to the Amateurs for a change? Guys like us. No birdies today huh? “We don’t stop playing the game because we get old; we get old because we stop playing the game.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnosil Posted December 15, 2016 Share Posted December 15, 2016 I am thinking amateur golf tour with relaxed rules to appeal to the everyday golfer. If successful, the expectation would be for the ruling bodies to take note and create two sets of rules one for pros and one for amateurs. Driver: G400 Max 9* w/ KBS Tour Driven Fairway: Paradym AI Smoke Max HL 16.5* w/MCA TENSEI AV Series Blue Hybrids: 915H 21* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype 915H 24* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype Irons: TR20V 6-11 w/Vizard TR20-85 Graphite Wedge: 54/12D, 60/8M w/Accra iWedge 90 Graphite Putter: Render w/VA Composites Baddazz Backup Putters: Sacks Parente MC 3 Stripe, Milled Collection RSX 2 Member: MGS Hitsquad since 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liberty Ball Markers Posted December 15, 2016 Share Posted December 15, 2016 I am thinking amateur golf tour with relaxed rules to appeal to the everyday golfer. If successful, the expectation would be for the ruling bodies to take note and create two sets of rules one for pros and one for amateurs. I like the way you think! Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy http://www.instagram.com/libertyballmarkers/ http://www.birdie-bomb.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnosil Posted December 15, 2016 Share Posted December 15, 2016 All I have to say is Greg Norman likes secrets Driver: G400 Max 9* w/ KBS Tour Driven Fairway: Paradym AI Smoke Max HL 16.5* w/MCA TENSEI AV Series Blue Hybrids: 915H 21* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype 915H 24* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype Irons: TR20V 6-11 w/Vizard TR20-85 Graphite Wedge: 54/12D, 60/8M w/Accra iWedge 90 Graphite Putter: Render w/VA Composites Baddazz Backup Putters: Sacks Parente MC 3 Stripe, Milled Collection RSX 2 Member: MGS Hitsquad since 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAGolfore Posted December 15, 2016 Share Posted December 15, 2016 On the topic of the USGA and R&A, it would not be hard to come up with rules that would govern the recreational golfer. I feel there should be 2 sets of rules anyway and 2 styles of handicapping. One for Elite golfers, or competitive golfers and one for everyday golfers. These rules would not vary much, but just enough to make the rounds faster and more enjoyable. We all know we need to grow this game, and having a recreational set of rules would do so. Driver: Callaway Rogue 9* FW: Sub 70 Pro 4 wood Hybrid: Sub 70 949 Hybrid 19* Irons: Sub 70 659 CB 4 - 6 Black 639 MB 7 - PW Wedges: Sub 70 JB - 50* 54* & 60* Putter: Odyssey White Hot #2 Ball: Titleist Pro-V1x Handicap index: +3.9 Instagram: joshandersongolf Twitter: @jacustomgolf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 Anyone have any updates on this topic? Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Severtheties Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 Was it this? http://secondshelters.com/2017/04/14/greg-norman-golf-homes-rancho-san-lucas/ Driver - Tour Edge Exotics XCG 7 Beta w/ Paderson shaft 44" Fairway Metal - Vapor Fly 15* w/ Mitsubishi Tensei CK Blue 65F 43" Irons - SLDR 4i-pw w/ KBS Tour C-Taper 90S Wedges - 54* and 58* Digger grind Putter - 2015 GoLo 3 33" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 Was it this? http://secondshelters.com/2017/04/14/greg-norman-golf-homes-rancho-san-lucas/ ? The Verizon thing wouldn't make sense. - Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaidJacket Posted June 5, 2017 Share Posted June 5, 2017 So I guess the Playsight technology and a partnership with Verizon is the BIG news that Norman announced late last year. I guess this is a training and sport performance system using HD cameras, etc. to help a player develop. I took a quick look at the Playsight website and that's my takeaway. At this time Golf isn't mentioned that I could tell. I'm not sure how this will transfer to a golf course either. Maybe some of you hackers smart guys will be able to unravel this thing. My Sun Mountain bag currently includes: 771CSI 5i - PW and PFC Micro Tour-c 52°, 56°, 60 wedges EXS 10.5*, 929-HS FW4 16.5* Willimette w/GolfPride Contour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaidJacket Posted June 6, 2017 Share Posted June 6, 2017 Interesting that nobody has any info or comments regarding Greg's BIG announcement & partnership. Some of you hackers smart guys help us out if you can. My Sun Mountain bag currently includes: 771CSI 5i - PW and PFC Micro Tour-c 52°, 56°, 60 wedges EXS 10.5*, 929-HS FW4 16.5* Willimette w/GolfPride Contour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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