The Good Morning Thread

[Irish-Assassin]

Naughty, Naughty. 
Scottie doesn’t come across like an entitled brat like some pro’s but if you think the law doesn’t apply to you then this is what happens and of course do we really know Scottie. 
On the other hand, the cop may have been stressed out and on a power trip and just wanted to make a name for himself which some like to do. 
Scottie remember. 
"With great power comes great responsibility" 

[GolfSpy_APH]

33 minutes ago, Rob Person said:

Well well... my weekend plans for golf is at a halt!  Mother nature has better plans than I do I suppose,  as she definitely decided she needed a vacation, and left the wet weather on auto-pilot.  

Hope everyone has a good weekend!

Am I reading thay correctly that a player has a handicap over 60 in the first tee time?  Good for them for getting into the game and in a tournament to play!  Hopefully not a sandbagger!!!

That's the course handicap. 54 is max and the course will give them 63 strokes. 

Great on them for sure. 

It's actually thing in Switzerland where only tournament and competition rounds count to handicap go avoid manipulation. You need someone to sign for it and normal weekly rounds unless you have someone attest and sign your card cannot be submitted for you handicap.

[ILMgolfnut]

3 minutes ago, Irish-Assassin said:

do we really know Scottie. 

Coincidentally, I read an article earlier this week about how Scottie is an all-world trash talker. Just vicious. Knows exactly where to slip in the needle. Which certainly doesn't match his public persona.

[J7Hawkins]

Woke up this AM trying to figure out the situation in KY at Valhalla. Man, I fell bad for Scottie. There’s no better man in professional golf than Scottie and it sucks to see this happen to him, a week after his kid is born and hours before round 2 of a major tournament. What a joke. Someone needs to check that officers Fanduel account and see how much $ he had on Scottie not winning the tournament today . 

[GolfSpy_KFT]

6 minutes ago, ILMgolfnut said:

Coincidentally, I read an article earlier this week about how Scottie is an all-world trash talker. Just vicious. Knows exactly where to slip in the needle. Which certainly doesn't match his public persona.

Competitive personas rarely match or correctly reflect an individual outside of the lines of field, court, etc.

One of my former high school classmates was and still is arguably the kindest human being I have ever met in my life. He also was an all-state football, basketball and track athlete, played football at the University of Wisconsin, and was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons. He was a completely different person when he stepped onto the field, court, or track. Just because someone talks trash well doesn't make them a bad person or reflect their day to day personality. I would argue that the best athletes in the world are the best for that reason. They can get to a different place mentally during competition that allows them to perform at the highest level possible with no regard for who their opponent is.

I was more or less the same way with baseball. I could flip a switch and mentally get to a different place when it was time to go out and perform. Nice wasn't part of my demeanor when I was competing. 

[Shrek74]

Good morning, Spies!! TGIFF!!

Another rainy morning here. Was heavy early and it's tapered off lately. It's supposed to continue through at least tomorrow morning. So no golf Saturday morning and I'm still crossing my fingers we get to play on Sunday. Looks clear and 80* on Sunday, so let's hope that holds for our 10:18am tee time.

Nice quiet morning in golf this morning.

Have a great day everyone.

[ILMgolfnut]

1 minute ago, GolfSpy_KFT said:

Competitive personas rarely match or correctly reflect an individual outside of the lines of field, court, etc.

Agree. I spent enough time around athletes in my sportswriting days, and was sorta one myself, to see that. But I can also surmise that when Scottie was driving to the course this morning, he already had shifted into competition mode.

[taylorjonasher]

Goooooood Friday morning! Workout complete, and I'm working my way through a half day at work today. Packing up for a weekend baseball tournament a few hours west in Des Moines - depending on what time I get back on Sunday I may try to get at least 9 holes in - I'm itchy! Weird situation going on with Scottie this morning, looks like he'll get to play. My guess is that the charges get dropped later, maybe some fines or community service. Looks like they threw as many charges as they could at him, we'll see how it plays out. Anway, I hope everyone has a wonderful Friday - go get some and make it great!

[ILMgolfnut]

Scottie's people put out a statement from him:

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“This morning, I was proceeding as directed by police officers. It was a very chaotic situation, understandably so considering the tragic accident that had occurred earlier, and there was a big misunderstanding of what I thought I was being asked to do.

“I never intended to disregard any of the instructions. I’m hopeful to put this to the side and focus on golf today.

“Of course, all of us involved in the tournament express our deepest sympathies to the family of the man who passed away in the earlier accident this morning. It truly puts everything in perspective.”

 

[ILMgolfnut]

Scottie teed off on time. Abbreviated preparation to be sure.

There were jokes from the gallery about "you look great in orange!" Of course Scottie played his college golf at Texas, which wears ... orange.

And he birdied the first hole.

Edited May 17 by ILMgolfnut

[KC Golf]

Good Morning!  Having a nice coffee and seeing the crazy events on TV and on Twitter.  Can’t believe it.  Hope Scottie plays well today.  

 

[Erin B]

Good Friday morning spies! Had breakfast with the spousal unit and her team.

Then hauled you know what over to the tint place for her 8 am appointment for the mini to get tint.

Now a little relax time before tee time at noon. Ugh the wind is back up. Anyway, hope you all have a great Friday!!! Happy birdie hunting!!!

[Erin B]

40 minutes ago, GolfSpy_APH said:

That's the course handicap. 54 is max and the course will give them 63 strokes. 

Great on them for sure. 

It's actually thing in Switzerland where only tournament and competition rounds count to handicap go avoid manipulation. You need someone to sign for it and normal weekly rounds unless you have someone attest and sign your card cannot be submitted for you handicap.

I LOVE that concept!!! I shot my handicap but was beat by a golfer who was -5 with his handicap in the last tournament. Thing is, I know the guy and I know he’s better than his cap. Ugh.

[ILMgolfnut]

50 minutes ago, GolfSpy_APH said:

It's actually thing in Switzerland where only tournament and competition rounds count to handicap go avoid manipulation.

Scotland sort of does that too. You post competition rounds, or other rounds where you're playing with someone who can attest to your score, but you have to declare those other rounds in advance. Can't just go out solo, and decide to post your 96 to bump up your 'cap for the next tournament.

[William P]

Good Friday morning Spies!

Fair weather prevails today and is much needed after the rain yesterday. Still not out of the woods south of us due to heavier rain and high potential for flooding.

Shame to hear of Scottie's lack of judgement this morning. Won't speculate on what actually occurred at this point, internet is doing enough of that for everyone, but definitely not a good situation for all concerned.

It will be interesting to see how he responds on the course today after such an eventful morning.

Everyone have a great start to their weekend.

[jbern]

Good morning! Made it to the airport for work travel and I was shocked to see Scottie got detained. Weird situation, but glad it seems to have dissolved and he’s back at the course. Thanks for the well wishes regarding my rib situation. It was rough getting the luggage through the airport. Now that I’m settled it’s doing better. I’m excited to spend a couple days in a new city (SLC, UT), but unfortunately there will be almost zero extra time!

 Have a good day everyone! 

Good luck at the tournament @GolfSpy_APH!

 

[Shankster]

Tee time @0930 PST today.  Can’t wait to get out on the course.  I am paired up with 3 rando’s… hopefully I don’t have to listen to any modern music today.  

[Irish-Assassin]

News, ladies and gents this is huge news regarding Scottie’s arrest.

Here is the police officer that arrested him. 
Something a little fishy here.

[ILMgolfnut]

The police have released their report:

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“Detective Gillis was directing traffic into Gate 1 of the Valhalla Golf Course due to the road being closed in both directions from an earlier fatal collision. Listed subject was driving eastbound to gain access to the course.

“Subject pulled into the westbound lanes, where outbound traffic was flowing and to avoid backed up traffic. Detective Gillis was in the middle of the westbound lanes, in full LMPD uniform and a hi-visibility yellow reflective rain jacket.

“Detective Gillis stopped subject and attempted to give instructions. Subject refused to comply and accelerated forward, dragging Detective Gillis to the ground.

“Detective Gillis suffered pain, swelling, and abrasions to his left wrist and knee. He was transported to the hospital for further medical treatment by emergency medical personnel. Detective Gillis' uniform pants, valued at approximately $80 were damaged beyond repair.”

 

[CFreddie]

Good morning from beautiful Antigua! Following the news this morning has been both crazy and entertaining (thanks Twitter ). 
 

Hope everyone is having a great end to the week - Happy Friday!

[Steve F]

2 minutes ago, CFreddie said:

Good morning from beautiful Antigua! Following the news this morning has been both crazy and entertaining (thanks Twitter ). 
 

Hope everyone is having a great end to the week - Happy Friday!

... I will not even take a picture of outside here... it'll just depress you. I'm taking this picture and blowing it up and putting it in the window over my desk! Enjoy @CFreddie!!

[tdc1]

Good morning, y'all.

i knew better than to proclaim victory over the chipmunks.  Spent yesterday in a renewed battle with the little guys.  We'll see what happens.  The dog, aka She Who Must Hunt, is more than happy to show their hideouts.

Also spent some time closing up gaps at the end of gutters where some starlings were scouting out nesting sites.

And, played what I felt was a horrible 9 holes of golf that turned out to be good enough to tie with one player and win two skins from another.  Back to the course again after lunch today.  We’ll see how it goes.

Have a great weekend, everyone!

[EnderinAZ]

Good morning spies! Can you say HOT! Yep temperatures will top 100 for today's round. I don't care. I love the heat. Just have to remember to take a lot of water along, and I don't walk the courses this time of year unless I am out early in the morning. 

@Northern Monkey Good write-up on the putter. I wonder if they do an armlock putter. So many of the small companies do not. 

@Cfhandyman I enjoyed your stuff on the L.A.B. putters as well. I would really like one of those putters, but an armlock price point just under 600 dollars makes me cringe. 

Playing with the Wild Bunch today then off to see if the D-Backs can beat Detroit tonight. We ride the light rail to and from the games. A stress-free hour each way for 8 whole dollars and free parking where we get on. Americans' love affair with their cars, SUVs, and pickups make driving down to the ballpark a nightmarish situation. Still takes an hour to get to the ballpark an hour or more to get home and a pair of Andrew Jacksons to park. 

[Rob Person]

21 minutes ago, CFreddie said:

Good morning from beautiful Antigua! Following the news this morning has been both crazy and entertaining (thanks Twitter ). 
 

Hope everyone is having a great end to the week - Happy Friday!

You know, someone must have said

" you can stick it where the sun don't shine" 

and I believe that HERE with me is that place!  

Love the view!  Enjoy.

[Javs]

Good morning everyone! The rain is finally gone. We tee off at 1 pm and tonight is pizza night, perfect day! Hope everyone has a great day!

[Northern Monkey]

3 hours ago, GolfSpy_APH said:

Group set for tomorrow...let the fun begin!

Good luck tomorrow Jamie

[Cfhandyman]

51 minutes ago, EnderinAZ said:

@Cfhandyman I enjoyed your stuff on the L.A.B. putters as well. I would really like one of those putters, but an armlock price point just under 600 dollars makes me cringe. 

Thank you for your kind words.  The L.A.B. putters are not inexpensive, however, they are high quality/premium putters that are competitively priced versus other premium, high end putters (e.g. Scotty Cameron).  The problem is we all begin to cringe when the cost of putters are $450 or more, i.e. we are getting close to driver prices for putters.  In a later segment of the L.A.B. putter testing, I will do a section on do they provide good value with a comparison to the competition.

[Byrnzee]

Good morning (early afternoon) Spies!

Got in late last night to the St. Augustine area for a family wedding this weekend. Woke up early this morning to play some golf with @Swood1994 at King & Bear - the only Palmer/Nicklaus co-designed course. Course was great, but didn’t play good overall. Happy to get a round in regardless!

Low key rest of the day planned at our Airbnb. Beautiful, big house with a pool and lots of quality time with family. Welcome party for the wedding this evening where we’ll meet up with the bride and groom. I’m sure a few beverages will be consumed!

I hope everyone has a great rest of their Friday! May golf be part of your day ️ 

[Irish-Assassin]

The world four ball tournament has just been announced, Tiger is happy that he can now assemble his team, they are the favorites to win.  Team name: Arrested Development 

[Jim Shaw]

lol!!