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 So what does 2010 have in store? No one knows for sure, but everyone seems to have a wish list this time of year. I asked a few of my golfing friends and professionals in the business what they’d like to see happen in 2010. Some responses are hopeful while others are humorous, and both attitudes seem to be a good way of coping when it comes to the unknown. “The economy has kept people from playing as much golf as they’d like. Ironically, they’re spending more time practicing and taking lessons. In 2010 I hope my students get to play more so they’ll see the fruits of their efforts.” Dennis Wright, PGA head golf instructor at Heartwell Golf Course in Long Beach. “I would like myself and many others to play more ‘fun golf’ in 2010. By that I mean an experience that isn’t slow, filled with some good swings, lucky bounces and bonus birdies.” Eric Lohman, PGA director of golf at Oak Creek Golf Club in Irvine. “In 2010 I want to remind everyone that golf is a game — the greatest one of all, and people need to enjoy it as such. We are outdoors, almost always in a beautiful setting, hopefully with friends, and involved in a leisure activity. What’s not to enjoy!” Mark Wilson, PGA director of golf at North Ranch Country Club in Westlake Village. “In 2010 I’d love to invite Sarah Palin to hold a book signing at Strawberry Farms. The club could use the publicity.” Rick Howard, general manager at Strawberry Farms Golf Club in Irvine. “In 2010 I will complete my Level 3 PGA training. I look forward to finally putting the letters ‘PGA’ on my business card after my name.” Randy Lerner, 24, assistant golf professional at Woodland Hills Country Club. “To all my colleagues in golf, let’s all be positive that 2010 is a breakthrough year, that we see the economy turn back to the positive side, that as golf professionals we can get back to doing what we do best — help raise money for those that need help and inspire those who have an interest in our grand game.” Larry Atlas, PGA head golf professional at Robinson Ranch in Santa Clarita. “I would love to have four days to head to Cabo Real, Pebble Beach or Turtle Bay with the boys, to swing the clubs, drink a few cold beers, play cards, make fun of each other’s lives, and maybe catch a little surf. Is that so much to ask?” Casey Ueberroth, area managing director of Americas West. “Here’s hoping in 2010, when you travel to play golf, the only thing in your golf bag is your sticks, no deep dark secrets or a mistress.” Jeff Herold, founder and president of Club Glove. “Mark Twain said, ‘Golf is a good walk spoiled.’ In 2010, I’d like to have more of those spoiled walks.” Jed Francese, group sales manager at Angel Park, Aliante and The Legacy in Las Vegas. “I’d like to let more people play through.” Arik Nordby, founder and president of BogeyPro.com. “I hope golfers find more time in 2010 to tee it up and I hope they use our tee when they do.” Jeff Farley, president of Certain Tee. “In 2010, I hope we hear nothing about the personal lives of Tiger Woods or any other athlete.” Bob Thomas, retired director of communications of the Southern California Golf Association. I hope these perspectives made you think, reflect or smile — and I hope all of your dreams come true in the next 12 months. Happy New Year. Eric Tracy is also known as The Mulligan Man. He can be reached at eric@themulliganman.com. |
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