Last week we shared the story (“Behind the Counter”) of my post-retirement role at a local golf course with national and international notoriety. Within moments of our post, our good friend and loyal follower, John Sokolowski, an outstanding teaching professional at the Highlands of Donegal in Mount Joy, PA responded with a few of his “Behind the Counter” experiences in Texas. John, thank you for your contribution, get well and we will see you in May! Staff: Golf course, may I ... continue reading...
Behind the Counter
I have finally wrapped up my business career, gravitating to a more sedate time of my life. Not wanting to rest on my laurels, three days after my official “last day” on the job, I secured a position at a local golf course with national, and international, notoriety. My role is “Behind the Counter” in the Pro Shop, a few days a week, one of the many faces of the organization, welcoming our patrons, catering to their needs (directions to the rest rooms, the 19th hole, range balls, the driving ... continue reading...
Hey, Who Is This Guy?
A few days ago, I headed out to the course for a late afternoon nine-hole walk. I have been spending more time on the range lately, attempting to sort out some concerns and wanted to check on the fruits of my labor. Suffice it to say, holes one through six did not go according to plan, losing three balls and hitting two balls that ricocheted off of trees, returning to their original locations. I will spare you the details, but trust me, it was horrific! On the seventh tee box (a 498 yard, ... continue reading...
Back Nine With Paul Romano; 2019 Rules of Golf, Part 3
2019 brings many new changes to the “Rules of Golf” as detailed in the USGA’s link, Golf’s New Rules: Major Changes. The link reviews and explains (with video’s) thirty-six recent modifications. The week we wrap up our conversation with Paul Romano, USGA Rules Officials, getting his thoughts and interpretations a number of our “new” Rules of Golf. The new embedded rule allows for the removal of an embedded ball with the exception of a sand trap. Why was the sand trap excluded? A few points ... continue reading...
Back Nine With Paul Romano: 2019 Rules of Golf, Part 2
2019 brings many new changes to the “Rules of Golf” as detailed in the USGA’s link, Golf’s New Rules: Major Changes. The link reviews and explains (with video’s) thirty-six recent modifications. Paul (USGA Rules Official) shares his thoughts and interprets a number of our “new” Rules of Golf. You are now allowed to leave the flagstick in the hole while putting. For the weekend warrior, I believe this new Ruling may add time to the round as some players will opt for the flagstick in the hole ... continue reading...
Back Nine With Paul Romano: 2019 Rules of Golf, Part 1
2019 brings many new changes to the “Rules of Golf” as detailed in the USGA’s link…Golf’s New Rules: Major Changes. The link reviews and explains (with video’s) thirty-six recent modifications. The information is extremely well done and, if interested, worth the investment of time. For the weekend warrior, the majority of the modifications make complete sense. Truth be told, right or wrong, the weekend warrior has long implemented a number of the changes prior to the actual January 1, 2019 ... continue reading...
Back Nine With Brad McMakin: Part 3
What is the size of your staff? I have one full time assistant. We have eight players and two coaches. This is fairly standard among our competitors. Please share the details of an in-season, non-tournament day. The players have class from 8:00-11:00, three classes a day. We get them from 1:30-4:30. We alternate between practice days and qualifying days. On practice days we typically begin with short game and putting drills, followed by hitting balls with hands on ... continue reading...
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