What is your perfect day of golf? That is one of many questions that golf geeks pose in casual conversation, and it does indeed elicit thought provoking answers, especially when one’s buddies are well traveled. There’s the obvious: “Getting the magic invite to experience Cypress / Pine Valley” or “Attending Sunday at The Masters”. There’sContinue reading “Geek Dad’s Diary – Part 1 (The Best Birthday Gift)”
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MY MUSINGS ON GOLF
If you are reading this blog, and you are not my wife or parents, it still surprises me a little that you are here. When I started GeekedOnGolf, I didn’t expect that it would ever be more than a collection of musings about my rediscovery of the game 20 years after my junior playing daysContinue reading “MY MUSINGS ON GOLF”
5th ANNUAL NOREASTER – BACK TO LONG ISLAND
After two years in Boston, our group was longing for a return trip to Long Island, and Friar’s Head. Planning began over the winter, but took a detour. Two of the original four members of the Noreaster crew, Brian and Shawn, weren’t able to make the trip this year. They are good dads, and hadContinue reading “5th ANNUAL NOREASTER – BACK TO LONG ISLAND”
Journey Along the Shores – Part 15b (Metra Corner Update)
After all of the improvements that we have made to the 15th hole, it is really shining right now. I took a quick walk this morning to grab final photos of the bunkers in the bright summer sunshine to complete this update on our work on #15. The larger Metra Corner Makeover project (as outlinedContinue reading “Journey Along the Shores – Part 15b (Metra Corner Update)”
Old Sandwich Tour by Jon Cavalier
OLD SANDWICH GOLF CLUB – A COURSE TOUR & APPRECIATION Plymouth, MA – Bill Coore & Ben Crenshaw After a recent round at Old Sandwich at the peak of fall, I thought that the many fans of the work of Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw, and fans of New England golf in general, might likeContinue reading “Old Sandwich Tour by Jon Cavalier”
Exploring America’s Great Golf Clubs
As the pre-season comes to an end, and the rainy days in Chicago delay the start of the peak season, I find myself reflecting on the year-to-date, which has already been filled with great golf adventures. My favorite experience thus far was my visit to Calusa Pines. The course at Calusa Pines, created by theContinue reading “Exploring America’s Great Golf Clubs”
Journey Along the Shores – Part 15a (Metra Corner Makeover)
Our generous volunteers and donors helped us complete pilot projects along Sheridan Road at our north end (6th hole) and on Central Ave in our middle (12th hole). We are grateful for their support and dedication. Our attention has now shifted to the south end of the property, or what we call the “Metra Corner”. ThisContinue reading “Journey Along the Shores – Part 15a (Metra Corner Makeover)”
A Modern Throwback – Andy Staples at Meadowbrook
The past decade has seen a number of wonderful renovations of classic golf courses – Philadelphia Cricket Club, Moraine CC, Cal Club, Orchard Lake CC and others are exciting for golf geeks at several levels. One in particular has risen to the top of my radar as I have watched it unfold from a distance.Continue reading “A Modern Throwback – Andy Staples at Meadowbrook”
AMERICA’S GREAT 18s
After seeing an article in a golf magazine about the perfect 18 holes, I got to thinking about what my favorite 18 holes would be. After all, I love a good list. With no offense to the publication in question, I find the typical lists to be a bit too easy to create. It’s moreContinue reading “AMERICA’S GREAT 18s”
2016 Geeked on Golf Tour
A pattern seems to be developing. As I watch the snow fall out my window, I reflect back and think, “It can’t get any better than this year’s golf tour.” And then the next year comes around, and it does. That was the story of 2016. Just when I thought golf adventuring couldn’t get anyContinue reading “2016 Geeked on Golf Tour”