I know this post is probably too late for all you shoppers out there buying gifts for the golfers in your life. I’ve already survived my first of four family Christmas celebrations and the office party, and I’ve already experienced the “bad golf gift” first-hand. Here’s a quick guide: Good golf gifts: Golf Balls – Doesn’t it amaze you that no matter how many people give you golf balls as gifts, you still need more by the end of the season. Tip: Don’t buy low-budget balls for serious golfers. They’ll mock you behind your back. Golf towels – Chances are ... full post »

As a personal witness to the collapse of the U.S. team at the 2004 Ryder Cup at Oakland Hills Country Club in Michigan in September, at least I can take solice in one thing – the embarassing loss helped changed the U.S. Ryder Cup selection process for the better. The PGA of America announced the changes on Dec. 2. One thing became sorely evident during the 2004 matches – none of the U.S. players were playing to their world ranking, or their potential. In other words, none of them were on a hot streak. The new selection format will ... full post »