In the very near future, I will be devoting a posting about the VGT (Vancouver Golf Tour)& a Q&A session with golfer Brandan Price, whom you can follow via Twitter @brandanprice
I hope to start this type of interview forum on at least a monthly basis. This will be with golfers from the various golf tours and follow a Q&A format as the inaugural one coming soon with Brandan Price!
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Women's US Open begins 1st round coverage tomorrow
For those waiting for the start of first round coverage of the Women's Open......the time has come! You can view the complete list and TEE times via http://www.lpgascoring.com/leaderboard.html Also as a reminder, tv coverage will be on ESPN for the first 2 rounds 3:00-7:00 ET. 3rd & final round coverage will be on NBC 3:00-6:00 pm ET.
Christina Kim will be off at 1:14, as will Cristie Kerr and a few others. Let's hope an afternoon start in this heat & humidity, is not too draining on these athletes who have the later tee times.
Eun-Hee Ji won last year's Open at "even par". Cristie Kerr finished in a tie for 3rd place at 2 over. Jiyai Shin finished in a tie for 13th at +7. Suzann Pettersen was in a tie for 6th at +4 and Christina Kim finished tied for 52nd place just to name a few. Michelle Wie did not play this event in 2009 and when she played in 2008, she missed the cut. Now two years later and swinging the club with much more authority, long hitters like Michelle will be the ones to keep an eye on, and the ones that this tough course just might favor.
There are many young faces to be seen at this weeks Open, although all eyes will be on Na Yeon Choi & Christina Kim, who recently held the lead each round in last week's Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic. Christina Kim has gone back to her "old/new" putter....the single bend Odyssey Sabertooth! It definitely appeared to have morphed w/her and became one hot club recently. Hmmm, I wonder if she's putting this bad boy under her pillow at night? Either way, best wishes to her and all the women playing in the sultry heat that the East Coast has
been hit with this week. Lots of G2 & H20 will be had by all!
So as we enter this week's tourney, the top 3 in The Rolex Rankings are; 1)Cristie Kerr, 2) Ai Miyazato and 3) Jiyai Shin. Cristie Kerr has one goal in mind; and she will continue to have her zen-like focus and work towards maintaining her stay at the top! The remaining 4-6
positions are as follows; 4) Suzann Pettersen, 5)Yani Tseng and 6)Anna Nordqvist.
Christina Kim will be off at 1:14, as will Cristie Kerr and a few others. Let's hope an afternoon start in this heat & humidity, is not too draining on these athletes who have the later tee times.
Eun-Hee Ji won last year's Open at "even par". Cristie Kerr finished in a tie for 3rd place at 2 over. Jiyai Shin finished in a tie for 13th at +7. Suzann Pettersen was in a tie for 6th at +4 and Christina Kim finished tied for 52nd place just to name a few. Michelle Wie did not play this event in 2009 and when she played in 2008, she missed the cut. Now two years later and swinging the club with much more authority, long hitters like Michelle will be the ones to keep an eye on, and the ones that this tough course just might favor.
There are many young faces to be seen at this weeks Open, although all eyes will be on Na Yeon Choi & Christina Kim, who recently held the lead each round in last week's Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic. Christina Kim has gone back to her "old/new" putter....the single bend Odyssey Sabertooth! It definitely appeared to have morphed w/her and became one hot club recently. Hmmm, I wonder if she's putting this bad boy under her pillow at night? Either way, best wishes to her and all the women playing in the sultry heat that the East Coast has
been hit with this week. Lots of G2 & H20 will be had by all!
So as we enter this week's tourney, the top 3 in The Rolex Rankings are; 1)Cristie Kerr, 2) Ai Miyazato and 3) Jiyai Shin. Cristie Kerr has one goal in mind; and she will continue to have her zen-like focus and work towards maintaining her stay at the top! The remaining 4-6
positions are as follows; 4) Suzann Pettersen, 5)Yani Tseng and 6)Anna Nordqvist.
Monday, July 5, 2010
2010 Women's Open @ Oakmont, PA July 8-11th
This week will be one of the LPGA's 4 Majors of the season. It will be at beautiful Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont,PA. This will be a 72 hole format and the course plays 6598 yards, Par 71. This event is the longest running one on the LPGA at that, even though it is not a co-sponsored LPGA Tour event. It began in 1946. Current defending champion Eun-Hee Ji will be back to defend her title. Last year she defeated Candie Kung by only 1 stroke.
I am pleased to say that FANS can follow this great tourney with television coverage back this week (after not having any at the exciting JFOCC)!
U.S. Women's Open
Jul 08 : ESPN 3:00-7:00 PM ET
Jul 09 : ESPN 3:00-7:00 PM ET
Jul 10 : NBC 3:00-6:00 PM ET
Jul 11 : NBC 3:00-6:00 PM ET
With the momentum generated by several players in yesterdays final round and 4-way playoff, this event promises to bring the strong will and talent of these great women athletes!
Now, Go Hit some BALLS..........
I am pleased to say that FANS can follow this great tourney with television coverage back this week (after not having any at the exciting JFOCC)!
U.S. Women's Open
Jul 08 : ESPN 3:00-7:00 PM ET
Jul 09 : ESPN 3:00-7:00 PM ET
Jul 10 : NBC 3:00-6:00 PM ET
Jul 11 : NBC 3:00-6:00 PM ET
With the momentum generated by several players in yesterdays final round and 4-way playoff, this event promises to bring the strong will and talent of these great women athletes!
Now, Go Hit some BALLS..........
Sunday, July 4, 2010
What a final round it was @ The JFOCC in Ohio!
Na Yeon Choi & Christina Kim were the 1 & 2 players throughout the tournament. Things did not change today either! After finishing in a 4-way tie for first place; a shootout was in store for deciding this events WINNER. Those 4 players were; NY Choi, C Kim, Song-Hee & IK Kim. Ultimately, it was Na Yeon who walked away the winner however, they are all winners in my eyes and the eyes of thousands of fans.
Na Yeon Choi posted an even round 71 today and Christina posted a -1 70. For those who followed this tournament via the LPGA.com site, it left many on the edge of their seats! The lack of TV coverage of this great event left me with more than a sour taste in my mouth to say the least. Of all tourneys.... probably what will go down as the most exciting one of the 2010 season with a 4 person playoff! Okay, enough whining about that.
Na Yeon Choi with her quiet nature and poise, maintained the lead with little if any signs of nerves. Christina Kim with her always lively and enjoyable personality, brought discipline and effort to this tourney. While Na Yeon now has 10 top 10 finishes in her last 11 tourneys; something tells me that she will have several more before the season is over. Christina Kim has started to ascend with the speed in which she likely drives those Porsche Panamera's...FAST!
There is nothing to not be proud of in the way these women played & finished. To finish 1st & 2nd are commendable and shows the athleticism and determination that these two women possess. I say Congrats to the both of them and hope the momentum from this weeks tourney, takes them into next week's Open at Oakmont on a very positive note.
The following pics were rounds 3 and 2 respectively. My local paper had this article of CK.
Na Yeon Choi posted an even round 71 today and Christina posted a -1 70. For those who followed this tournament via the LPGA.com site, it left many on the edge of their seats! The lack of TV coverage of this great event left me with more than a sour taste in my mouth to say the least. Of all tourneys.... probably what will go down as the most exciting one of the 2010 season with a 4 person playoff! Okay, enough whining about that.
Na Yeon Choi with her quiet nature and poise, maintained the lead with little if any signs of nerves. Christina Kim with her always lively and enjoyable personality, brought discipline and effort to this tourney. While Na Yeon now has 10 top 10 finishes in her last 11 tourneys; something tells me that she will have several more before the season is over. Christina Kim has started to ascend with the speed in which she likely drives those Porsche Panamera's...FAST!
There is nothing to not be proud of in the way these women played & finished. To finish 1st & 2nd are commendable and shows the athleticism and determination that these two women possess. I say Congrats to the both of them and hope the momentum from this weeks tourney, takes them into next week's Open at Oakmont on a very positive note.
The following pics were rounds 3 and 2 respectively. My local paper had this article of CK.
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Round 3 of JFOCC is in the books
Na Yeon Choi has managed to hold her lead position by 1 stroke over Christina Kim, who closed today with another round of 67. She is now -13, while Choi is at -14. Christina had 6 more birdies today, with only 2 bogies. Christina has made 8 cuts in her 11 events this year. She is hungry and ready to play her heart out Sunday and take the Title of this years Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic Champion. Next year will be an off year for the tourney due to hosting another major event. The tourney will pick up in 2012 and is committed through 2015. Na Yeon Choi had 3 birdies today, 1 HIO, and 2 bogeys. In her 11 events this year, she's made 10 cuts. She has had a 2nd place under her belt this year and has had an impressive 5 top ten finishes. Both of these talented athletes will be playing for their first win of the season. The only bad thing I can say, is that there is no scheduled televised coverage!
3 strokes behind our top duo, is Katherine Hull, Kristy McPherson and Inbee Park. Azahara Munoz and Song-Hee Kim follow them, with a tie for 6th place after 3 rounds.
One thing is sure, Na Yeon Choi & Christina Kim have certainly done some great ball-striking to fill the top of this tournaments leader board now, for the 3rd day in a row!
Tomorrow will no doubt be an exciting day, as we watch this struggle for this weeks winner t0 emerge. Our top two will be teeing it off at 1:15 pm tomorrow, while Katherine Hull and Kristy McPherson will be off at 1:07 pm. Additional tee times of Song-Hee Kim & Meena Lee will be at 12:51 pm, followed by Inbee Park & Azahara Munoz at 12:59 pm.
Now, Go Hit some Balls..........
3 strokes behind our top duo, is Katherine Hull, Kristy McPherson and Inbee Park. Azahara Munoz and Song-Hee Kim follow them, with a tie for 6th place after 3 rounds.
One thing is sure, Na Yeon Choi & Christina Kim have certainly done some great ball-striking to fill the top of this tournaments leader board now, for the 3rd day in a row!
Tomorrow will no doubt be an exciting day, as we watch this struggle for this weeks winner t0 emerge. Our top two will be teeing it off at 1:15 pm tomorrow, while Katherine Hull and Kristy McPherson will be off at 1:07 pm. Additional tee times of Song-Hee Kim & Meena Lee will be at 12:51 pm, followed by Inbee Park & Azahara Munoz at 12:59 pm.
Now, Go Hit some Balls..........
Friday, July 2, 2010
Round 2 at The JFOCC is a wrap!
Round two is complete and Na Yeon Choi is leading by 2 strokes. In a tie for 2nd is Christina Kim, Alena Sharp and Inbee Park. Following 3 strokes behind this pack, is a 6 way tie for 5th place.
Both Na Yeon Choi and Christina Kim posted rounds of -4 67. Jean Reynolds, Meaghan Francella and Jiyai Shin are in the next group of 6, for a tie for 11th place. One thing is for sure, this course is in good condition and has been welcoming BIRDIES this far. Na Yeon Choi has posted rounds of 64 & 67 while Christina Kim has posted 66 & 67 respectively.
Pairings for the 3rd round leaders are as follows; Na Yeon Choi & Inbee Park will tee off at 1:00 pm and Chriztina Kim & Alena Sharp will be right in front of them at 12:52 pm. M.J. Hur & Jiyai Shin will tee off at 11:48 am, while Meaghan Francella & Jean Reynolds will follow at 12:04 pm.
One thing for sure, our leaders aren't willing to give their positions away without a fight. As one of the LPGA's most vibrant players with both her personality and style, Christina Kim is going to be the one to watch. Shes ready to get the next WIN and by the way she's started to play last week and now at the Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic........... One can certainly say Christina's in THE HOUSE!!
Both Na Yeon Choi and Christina Kim posted rounds of -4 67. Jean Reynolds, Meaghan Francella and Jiyai Shin are in the next group of 6, for a tie for 11th place. One thing is for sure, this course is in good condition and has been welcoming BIRDIES this far. Na Yeon Choi has posted rounds of 64 & 67 while Christina Kim has posted 66 & 67 respectively.
Pairings for the 3rd round leaders are as follows; Na Yeon Choi & Inbee Park will tee off at 1:00 pm and Chriztina Kim & Alena Sharp will be right in front of them at 12:52 pm. M.J. Hur & Jiyai Shin will tee off at 11:48 am, while Meaghan Francella & Jean Reynolds will follow at 12:04 pm.
One thing for sure, our leaders aren't willing to give their positions away without a fight. As one of the LPGA's most vibrant players with both her personality and style, Christina Kim is going to be the one to watch. Shes ready to get the next WIN and by the way she's started to play last week and now at the Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic........... One can certainly say Christina's in THE HOUSE!!
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic first round
The first round of this great tournament is complete. Eunjung Yi who is the defending champion, finished today at E, 71. She is currently in a tie for 59th place.
The top of the leaderboard after day 1, is Na Yeon Choi with a -7 64! Alena Sharp soley holds 2nd place and 3rd is a 3-way tie with fan favorite Christina Kim, Marisa Baena and Karine Icher. Christina, who had another book signing in Ohio this week, appears to have one thing in mind.....BIRDIES! Katherine Hull started off strong today once again (like last week) and is currently is 6th with Inbee Park, Jiyai Shin and Momoko Ueda.
Highland Meadows Golf Club has a yardage of 6,413, and has a Par 34-37 for a 71. It certainly appears that this course is ready for some birdies, as many were had today. After the news yesterday, that this tournament will be taking 2011 off, play was all but somber. There are no definite plans for 2012 however, we all hope that the Pink Panther Classic will return!
It is great seeing Jean Reynolds sitting at -2 69 finishing in a tie for 25th place, with Meaghan Francella, Angela Stanford, Beatriz Recari and several more. Jean, who lost her Grandfather in recent weeks; appears to have her clubs swinging back in the right direction. I look for her to continue her climb up the ladder this week and yet boost her confidence even more! She is such a sweet & kind person whom I've had the opportunity to meet and speak with. I cannot leave out her equally sweet caddie Paulie. He carries the PINK bag (Pure Silk) and always smells good (at least at the start of the round he says). Another favorite is Karen Stupples, who finished with -1 70 and is in a tie for 41st. Maybe that new @59belts buckle will bring her some luck this week! Natalie Gulbis is in multi-tie as well in 12th place at -3 along with Kristy McPherson.
The top of the leaderboard after day 1, is Na Yeon Choi with a -7 64! Alena Sharp soley holds 2nd place and 3rd is a 3-way tie with fan favorite Christina Kim, Marisa Baena and Karine Icher. Christina, who had another book signing in Ohio this week, appears to have one thing in mind.....BIRDIES! Katherine Hull started off strong today once again (like last week) and is currently is 6th with Inbee Park, Jiyai Shin and Momoko Ueda.
Highland Meadows Golf Club has a yardage of 6,413, and has a Par 34-37 for a 71. It certainly appears that this course is ready for some birdies, as many were had today. After the news yesterday, that this tournament will be taking 2011 off, play was all but somber. There are no definite plans for 2012 however, we all hope that the Pink Panther Classic will return!
It is great seeing Jean Reynolds sitting at -2 69 finishing in a tie for 25th place, with Meaghan Francella, Angela Stanford, Beatriz Recari and several more. Jean, who lost her Grandfather in recent weeks; appears to have her clubs swinging back in the right direction. I look for her to continue her climb up the ladder this week and yet boost her confidence even more! She is such a sweet & kind person whom I've had the opportunity to meet and speak with. I cannot leave out her equally sweet caddie Paulie. He carries the PINK bag (Pure Silk) and always smells good (at least at the start of the round he says). Another favorite is Karen Stupples, who finished with -1 70 and is in a tie for 41st. Maybe that new @59belts buckle will bring her some luck this week! Natalie Gulbis is in multi-tie as well in 12th place at -3 along with Kristy McPherson.
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