2014 Masters Day Three Quick Roundup
/Bubba has a lead, even though it sure doesn’t feel like it.
Read MoreThe only course that will remain difficult under all conditions will be one that is designed and kept for golf of a stereotyped, monotonous character, and this makes a most uninteresting proposition. BOBBY JONES
Available via Amazon (US): Golf Architecture For Normal People
Barnes And Noble (online and in stores)
Bookshop.org option to support local independent bookstores.
Reviews:
"Golf Architecture for Normal People . . . should be required reading for those who are not ashamed to admit they know little about the subject, and for those who think they do . . . . Golf course architecture geeks have trouble slimming their thoughts down to bite-sized chunks, but Shackelford has achieved a remarkable success here." —Independent (Ireland)
"From the relative newcomer who’s slowly getting hooked to those that have played the game for most of their lives and think they know a thing or two, Golf Architecture for Normal People provides a solid and sober perspective that will help everyone recognize why some golf courses are worth playing more than once while a single trip around others is all you’re ever likely to want or need." —Links Magazine.
“It’s a wonderful book. An easy read that arrives just in time for your summer reading list. If you’ve never thought about how an appreciation for course design could heighten your enjoyment of the game, you must check this out.”—The Peterborough Examiner
"As in his prior publications, in his newest book Shackelford shows a deep appreciation for what can be done to create a golf course that appeals to the broadest possible golfing audience…Shackelford’s prose is succinct, often witty, and accessible."—Cape Gazette
"Author, blogger and golf architecture expert Geoff Shackelford, who helped Gil Hanse design Rustic Canyon and restore 2023 U.S. Open host Los Angeles Country Club, taps into his passion by creating a guide that helps every golfer understand the nuances of course design. Published by Tatra Press, the 164-page hardcover book is a must-read for every golfer to better understand the game they love." —Golf Pass
"Shackelford provides an informative picture [and]...sprinkles in history lessons about those who planted the game's architectural roots, defines common terms and helps you hone your eyes when it comes to identifying some of the tricks of the trade."—FORE Magazine
"This new book does a great job demystifying golf course design ideas for average players, but can also be a beneficial read fro PGA Professionals and other golf course employees to get a better understanding of their home courses." —PGA Magazine
Instant Poll: Who Is Going To Win The 2014 Masters?
/Still looks to me like Bubba's tournament to lose, but it also looks like just about anything could happen Sunday. But it'd be fun to see what the consensus is.
Improved Round Two 2014 Masters Ratings, Still Way Down
/Round two of the 2014 Masters did better
Read More2015 Masters Will Be Ben Crenshaw's Last
/The two-time champion told Rich Lerner on Live From The Masters that 2015 will be his swan song from Masters play.
2014 Masters Third Round Reminders, Open Thread
/The fun kicks off at 10:45 ET with Amen Corner Live at Masters.com
Read More2014 Masters Day Two Quick Roundup
/Bubba Watson was open about doing it his own way after a stellar 68.
Read MoreTiger Effect? First Day Masters Ratings Down 30%
/Ed Sherman analyzes the first day numbers from Augusta
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/Forget the bogey on 18. Remember the artistic chip shot from left of the green that only a real artist could conjure up.
Read More2014 Masters Second Round Reminders, Open Thread
/We here in the media center have quite possibly the coolest viewing device ever consisting of all the Masters.com feeds, plus the essentials (CBS, ESPN, Golf Channel, Sky Sports, live hole stats, leaderboard, etc...), so I can't really speak to how the online and app feeds were working. But based on your comments, the day one Masters.com experience was grand.
So remember, Masters.com and the apps are your friends until 3 p.m. ET when ESPN signs on. The fun starts at Amen Corner Live around 10:45 am ET.
Your day two groups.
Thanks to Ian Baker-Finch for the day two hole locations.
Pin positions 2nd rd of the 78th #Masters pic.twitter.com/eAYd9ocrCj
— Ian Baker-Finch (@IBFinchy) April 11, 2014
2014 Masters Day One Quick Roundup
/Bill Haas leads at 68 just two weeks after firing his brother as his caddie. (Weinman/GolfDigest.com)
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/Bloomberg's Michael Buteau takes
Read MoreTake That Timmy: NFL’s Goodell Spotted In Green Jacket
/Leave it to Golf Channel Digital, who I shared a Georgia Peach
Read More2014 Masters First Round Reminders, Open Thread
/The Honorary Starters have
Read MoreVideo: Golf Channel Errie Ball Feature
/A few of you who saw my appearance on Live From yesterday asked about seeing the 1934 Augusta National flyovers, but because of rights issues they are not viewable online. However, the outstanding feaure airing just prior can be seen.
Produced by Scott Rude and narrated by Rich Lerner, it's feature on the only man still alive who played in the first Masters tournament: Errie Ball.
Big Oak Rumblings And Bumblings, 2014 Edition
/Didn't get to spend as much time as I'd like under the Big Oak, but the industry heavyweights were out in force at Augusta National's premier hangout not called Berckman's Place.
- Weather was a big topic, and not because of the beautiful forecast in Augusta. But instead because of the brutal winter's likely dent on the 2014 golf business. The Masters really is the start of the golf season this year, to the chagrin of many.
- Tom Fazio, Rees Jones and Robert Trent Jones amounted to the star architect presence. Fazio was said to be tight-lipped about any possible remedy to the 17th hole post-Ike’s Tree.
- New IMG owners Patrick Whitesell and Ari Emanuel were conspicuous in their presence, announcing to the world that Hollywood's super agency intends to continue its major presence in golf.
- Phil Scott talked about his first round with son Adam and confirmed that he’s never played greens so fast (and that was last Friday). Phil five putted the first green and never could manage the pace. The group consisted of two side-saddle putters and of course, Adam the anchorer.
- The Paulina Gretzky cover was still part of many conversations, with most not quite understanding the outraged side for helping fuel more attention to the photos.
- There was much chatter about Monday night's NCAA Basketball Final featuring a Drive, Chip and Putt sign-up promo during the first half. There was a sense among the Big Oak dwellers that CBS might have voluntarily posted the promo after seeing the successful event. It's hard to imagine that this was anything but a contractual obligation, albeit one that seemed out of place on a college basketball telecast. Then again, Fox is already promoting the 2015 U.S. Open...
Let the Masters begin!
