Monday, May 23, 2011
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Finals!!!!!!!!!!
We are taking a little break to focus on our final exams. Here are some pics to remember us by.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
I Got Style
By George Atabaev
Dearest Readers,
You may think that your unflattering pants and bright green golf shirt looks good, but let’s get real: everyone is laughing at you. After reading today’s post, you will be able to regain confidence in your style.
The writers of this blog, employees at Saddleback, and the entire world would like to beg you not to wear this:
(Source: http://www.pgatour.com/2010/r/10/27/fashion-insider/index.html)
The only thing worse than a single pair of these argyle pants is two pairs of these pants being spotted on the same hemisphere of the Earth.
Instead…………….
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Dearest Readers,
You may think that your unflattering pants and bright green golf shirt looks good, but let’s get real: everyone is laughing at you. After reading today’s post, you will be able to regain confidence in your style.
The writers of this blog, employees at Saddleback, and the entire world would like to beg you not to wear this:
(Source: http://www.pgatour.com/2010/r/10/27/fashion-insider/index.html)
The only thing worse than a single pair of these argyle pants is two pairs of these pants being spotted on the same hemisphere of the Earth.
Instead…………….
Sign up for our email blasts to receive the latest promotions (so worth it!) @
www.SaddleBackGolfCourse.com
DISCOUNTED GOLF, APPAREL, AND MORE!
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Monday, April 25, 2011
The History of Golf Fashion
By Jazmin Pando
Through the years golf fashion has evolved and changed in everything from color to shape, but the one thing that never changes is it’s distinct awkwardness with a hint of ugly. From it’s beginnings in 1700 through the 1800’s golfers wore kilts and animal skins; given no actual pictures exist it is possible they wore attire like the one pictured bellow.
Rawrrr so abnormally sexy.
Soon came the 1900’s and with it appeared an era of frigid and uptight golf clothing. Players often wore long trousers and full morning jackets with ties; hence, matching their stick up their butt attitudes. The women were not left behind, they too dressed extremely conservative, in fact their main goal was to look as similar to men as possible.
"Woooooa just look at those legs!
Mission accomplished ladies you look like dudes."
If by this point you’re thinking it couldn’t possibly get any worse, you are wrong from the 1960 to present day golf fashion has turned into a plethora of flashy colors and exceptionally tacky color combinations. Mixing stripes, with plaid, and looking as stupid as you possibly can is a must. Worrying about the clothing being flattering is pointless, for every golfer is a sexy golfer clearly.
So how did this fashion worthy of the runways begin?
Golfers such as Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Seve Ballesteros, recklessly began sporting exuberant colors, which became popular in sweaters, trousers, socks and polos. The colors included bright pinks, blues, oranges and yellows. YUCK!
Our only hope now is that Tiger Woods being the trendsetter that he is, starts wearing boxer briefs to tournaments, now wouldn’t that be fun?
http://www.time.com/time/photogallery/0,29307,1813195,00.html
http://www.ehow.com/facts_5175849_history-golf-apparel.html
http://www.golflink.com/facts_4910_history-golf-clothes.html
Through the years golf fashion has evolved and changed in everything from color to shape, but the one thing that never changes is it’s distinct awkwardness with a hint of ugly. From it’s beginnings in 1700 through the 1800’s golfers wore kilts and animal skins; given no actual pictures exist it is possible they wore attire like the one pictured bellow.
Rawrrr so abnormally sexy.
Soon came the 1900’s and with it appeared an era of frigid and uptight golf clothing. Players often wore long trousers and full morning jackets with ties; hence, matching their stick up their butt attitudes. The women were not left behind, they too dressed extremely conservative, in fact their main goal was to look as similar to men as possible.
"Woooooa just look at those legs!
Mission accomplished ladies you look like dudes."
If by this point you’re thinking it couldn’t possibly get any worse, you are wrong from the 1960 to present day golf fashion has turned into a plethora of flashy colors and exceptionally tacky color combinations. Mixing stripes, with plaid, and looking as stupid as you possibly can is a must. Worrying about the clothing being flattering is pointless, for every golfer is a sexy golfer clearly.
So how did this fashion worthy of the runways begin?
Golfers such as Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo and Seve Ballesteros, recklessly began sporting exuberant colors, which became popular in sweaters, trousers, socks and polos. The colors included bright pinks, blues, oranges and yellows. YUCK!
Our only hope now is that Tiger Woods being the trendsetter that he is, starts wearing boxer briefs to tournaments, now wouldn’t that be fun?
http://www.time.com/time/photogallery/0,29307,1813195,00.html
http://www.ehow.com/facts_5175849_history-golf-apparel.html
http://www.golflink.com/facts_4910_history-golf-clothes.html
Thursday, April 21, 2011
A More Masterful Masters
By Brandon Potthoff
Its April again and that could mean only one thing for us golfers the Masters. For those of you non-golfers the Masters is the most prestigious golf tournament played every year. All the big names in golf history have won the Masters Jack Nicholas won it six times, Arnold Palmer won it four times, and yes everyone’s favorite playboy Tiger Woods has four victories. The Masters is truly one of the most exciting sporting events in the world.
This year’s Masters was one of the closest in recent memory. With just nine holes left on Sunday there were ten players with in two shots of the lead. There were past major winners like Tiger, Angel Cabrera, and Geoff Ogilvy. There were also young guns like Rory McIlroy, and Jason Day. Yet none of them could hold off a total unknown in Charl Schwartzel. Charl won this year’s Masters after shooting a final round six under par. He fought off all other competitors including Tiger and his horde of strippers to come out on top. He provided no shortage of incredible moments, he chipped in for birdy on the first hole, and finished four under on the last four holes to take home the green jacket.
This years Masters was the best thing that could have happened to pro golf. You had the unknown come out of nowhere to take the crown. You had the superstar major winners behind him fighting and pushing to get the victory. Most people will agree that golf is at its best when Tiger is playing at his best and this week he was. Tiger’s legacy has changed though there are going to be people who will hate Tiger no matter what he does. Which makes the 26-year-old Schwartzel’s win even better.
This could be one of the most exciting times golf has ever seen; you have past winners trying to stay on top. There are twenty something’s contending and winning tournaments, even at 60-1 odds. If this continues we will have some very exciting years coming our way as golf fans.
http://images.ctv.ca/archives/CTVNews/img2/20110410/800_charl_schwartzel_masters_ap_110410.jpg
Its April again and that could mean only one thing for us golfers the Masters. For those of you non-golfers the Masters is the most prestigious golf tournament played every year. All the big names in golf history have won the Masters Jack Nicholas won it six times, Arnold Palmer won it four times, and yes everyone’s favorite playboy Tiger Woods has four victories. The Masters is truly one of the most exciting sporting events in the world.
This year’s Masters was one of the closest in recent memory. With just nine holes left on Sunday there were ten players with in two shots of the lead. There were past major winners like Tiger, Angel Cabrera, and Geoff Ogilvy. There were also young guns like Rory McIlroy, and Jason Day. Yet none of them could hold off a total unknown in Charl Schwartzel. Charl won this year’s Masters after shooting a final round six under par. He fought off all other competitors including Tiger and his horde of strippers to come out on top. He provided no shortage of incredible moments, he chipped in for birdy on the first hole, and finished four under on the last four holes to take home the green jacket.
This years Masters was the best thing that could have happened to pro golf. You had the unknown come out of nowhere to take the crown. You had the superstar major winners behind him fighting and pushing to get the victory. Most people will agree that golf is at its best when Tiger is playing at his best and this week he was. Tiger’s legacy has changed though there are going to be people who will hate Tiger no matter what he does. Which makes the 26-year-old Schwartzel’s win even better.
This could be one of the most exciting times golf has ever seen; you have past winners trying to stay on top. There are twenty something’s contending and winning tournaments, even at 60-1 odds. If this continues we will have some very exciting years coming our way as golf fans.
http://images.ctv.ca/archives/CTVNews/img2/20110410/800_charl_schwartzel_masters_ap_110410.jpg
Monday, April 18, 2011
An Interview with Whitey
By George Atabaev
For today’s blog entry, I conducted an interview with Whitey O'malley, the man who built Saddleback straight from the ground up. His initial idea of building a golf course has turned into an unbelievable reality. Saddleback is one of the most pristine golf courses in the state of Colorado. The building process began in 1998 and the course opened in 2001. Let’s just say Whitey did not get much time practicing golf during this period of time. To say the least, Whitey is quite the character. Let’s get to know the General Manager of Saddleback Golf Course.
I Asked….
Q: What would be your first question to the people of Antarctica?
A: “Exactly what the hell are you doing here?”
Q: Tell me how many hats you have in your home?
A: 10
Q: What do you often eat for your breakfast?
A: “Oatmeal man, lots of oatmeal, I’m getting old you know!”
Q: Which is your favorite language other than your native language?
A: “Russian.” (Good answer to give to a Russian interviewer)
Q: Mention some incidents when you laughed yourself out?
A: ….Long pause…. “We can keep this rated-R right?” Yes, Whitey
….longer pause…. “I only have rated-X, next question.”
Q: If I take a look inside your refrigerator what would I find?
A: “Lack of beer. Ha! Lots of beer in there when I was younger. Now there are Greek vegetables and yogurt.”
Q: What will your first thought be when you had learnt that you won a lottery?
A: “Who do I not tell?”
Q: So in reality, what is the best way to get the killer deals on golf and golf products at Saddleback?
A: “Honestly? Robbie’s email blasts. We have a great course with a funny just let-our-hair-down type atmosphere in the pro shop. I defy anybody in the state of Colorado or the United States in America to bring an email that is as clever and well written as our emails. Our emails should be on late night T.V. They are PG-13 at best, but closest to rated R.
Q: I have read some of these emails that walk the fine line. What kind of feedback do customers give you?
A: “Oh we have lots of people complain. But it kind of goes something like this, George: I get a complaint and I go and increase the email list by 100. We try to walk that fine line, but we don’t always succeed.”
For today’s blog entry, I conducted an interview with Whitey O'malley, the man who built Saddleback straight from the ground up. His initial idea of building a golf course has turned into an unbelievable reality. Saddleback is one of the most pristine golf courses in the state of Colorado. The building process began in 1998 and the course opened in 2001. Let’s just say Whitey did not get much time practicing golf during this period of time. To say the least, Whitey is quite the character. Let’s get to know the General Manager of Saddleback Golf Course.
I Asked….
Q: What would be your first question to the people of Antarctica?
A: “Exactly what the hell are you doing here?”
Q: Tell me how many hats you have in your home?
A: 10
Q: What do you often eat for your breakfast?
A: “Oatmeal man, lots of oatmeal, I’m getting old you know!”
Q: Which is your favorite language other than your native language?
A: “Russian.” (Good answer to give to a Russian interviewer)
Q: Mention some incidents when you laughed yourself out?
A: ….Long pause…. “We can keep this rated-R right?” Yes, Whitey
….longer pause…. “I only have rated-X, next question.”
Q: If I take a look inside your refrigerator what would I find?
A: “Lack of beer. Ha! Lots of beer in there when I was younger. Now there are Greek vegetables and yogurt.”
Q: What will your first thought be when you had learnt that you won a lottery?
A: “Who do I not tell?”
Q: So in reality, what is the best way to get the killer deals on golf and golf products at Saddleback?
A: “Honestly? Robbie’s email blasts. We have a great course with a funny just let-our-hair-down type atmosphere in the pro shop. I defy anybody in the state of Colorado or the United States in America to bring an email that is as clever and well written as our emails. Our emails should be on late night T.V. They are PG-13 at best, but closest to rated R.
Q: I have read some of these emails that walk the fine line. What kind of feedback do customers give you?
A: “Oh we have lots of people complain. But it kind of goes something like this, George: I get a complaint and I go and increase the email list by 100. We try to walk that fine line, but we don’t always succeed.”
Thursday, April 14, 2011
The Masters Egg Salad | Plain Chicken
The Masters Egg Salad | Plain Chicken
I want to point out this delicious Master's recipie from a Southern Belle.
Roll Tide!
Robbie Wallace
I want to point out this delicious Master's recipie from a Southern Belle.
Roll Tide!
Robbie Wallace
Saddlback Supports the Troops!
By Robbie Wallace
It sure has been windy the past few weeks at Saddleback. However, the surging winds support a good cause. The kind folks at Saddleback have opened the lakes on their golf course for the use of the United States Navy. Every year Saddleback gives multiple discounts to active and retired military personnel, but this year Saddleback is being even more proactive. Saddleback has four main lakes that affect play on at least nine of the eighteen holes. This Spring Saddleback is allowing Navy SEAL operations to occur on these lakes for two weeks. Chinook CH-47 helicopters will be operating live fire extraction exercises, and search and rescue diving training. Don’t worry these guys know what they’re doing.
Please visit Saddlebackgolf.com to learn more about Veteran and Active Duty DISCOUNTS!
Navy SEAL Extraction. WOW!!!!
“GO AMERICA!!!”
Military Discount Golf Pass at Saddleback
“Cavalry & College” Season Pass
* Golf after 12 p.m., space available, every day except Thursday’s, and after 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sunday’s & holidays.
* For college students you will be required to show a current valid college I/D
* For military you will need to fall into one of the following categories
* Retired personnel verified by a current U.S. Armed forces I/D card.
* Combat related service, verified by your DD214.
-Active duty personnel verified by a current U.S. Armed Forces I/D card; this is to include Reserve and National Guard.
The price for this pass is $600.00.
Saddleback Golf Club is conveniently located only minutes away from Longmont, North Denver, Boulder, and Brighton
It sure has been windy the past few weeks at Saddleback. However, the surging winds support a good cause. The kind folks at Saddleback have opened the lakes on their golf course for the use of the United States Navy. Every year Saddleback gives multiple discounts to active and retired military personnel, but this year Saddleback is being even more proactive. Saddleback has four main lakes that affect play on at least nine of the eighteen holes. This Spring Saddleback is allowing Navy SEAL operations to occur on these lakes for two weeks. Chinook CH-47 helicopters will be operating live fire extraction exercises, and search and rescue diving training. Don’t worry these guys know what they’re doing.
Please visit Saddlebackgolf.com to learn more about Veteran and Active Duty DISCOUNTS!
Navy SEAL Extraction. WOW!!!!
“GO AMERICA!!!”
Military Discount Golf Pass at Saddleback
“Cavalry & College” Season Pass
* Golf after 12 p.m., space available, every day except Thursday’s, and after 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sunday’s & holidays.
* For college students you will be required to show a current valid college I/D
* For military you will need to fall into one of the following categories
* Retired personnel verified by a current U.S. Armed forces I/D card.
* Combat related service, verified by your DD214.
-Active duty personnel verified by a current U.S. Armed Forces I/D card; this is to include Reserve and National Guard.
The price for this pass is $600.00.
Saddleback Golf Club is conveniently located only minutes away from Longmont, North Denver, Boulder, and Brighton
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Golf's Do's and Don'ts
By George Atabaev
Let’s imagine. Your father is about to go to his 20th high school reunion. He missed his 10th year reunion because Saddleback had a “FREE GOLF DAY” promotion (keep imagining). Ten years later he is ready to go to his 20th reunion because 3 feet of snow has just fallen at his favorite golf course. As he gets ready to buy his plane ticket, he remembers he is bald. “My old pals will all laugh at me,” Papa thinks. Being the mind reading human that you are, you decide it’s time to put things in your own hands and email an experienced specialist.
Dear George,
My father is bald. Sometimes when I go outside with him on a sunny day, the reflection off his head is so bad on my eyes that I usually just ditch him. What can I do? -Stu Paddaso
Stu,
First I will tell you what not to get your father. If you get your father a hat to cover his baldness, he will get very self-conscious and most likely not live to attend his 30th reunion.
I would like to introduce you to a product that will make your father want to be the keynote speaker at his reunion.
Click here to make your father stop crying
“Instantly go from chrome dome to hairy Larry - it's as easy as putting on a hat! Imagine the looks on people's faces when you show up wearing this Fun Hair Visor! Serious fun for all ages. That's what's in store every time you don this hilarious spiked-hair visor. It has a comfortable black fabric design plus thick, lush cotton/poly/acrylic hair with highlighted tips for that added touch of style. Adjusts to fit medium and large heads. Gray hair, black visor.” www.flairhair.com
Tune in next week readers!
Let’s imagine. Your father is about to go to his 20th high school reunion. He missed his 10th year reunion because Saddleback had a “FREE GOLF DAY” promotion (keep imagining). Ten years later he is ready to go to his 20th reunion because 3 feet of snow has just fallen at his favorite golf course. As he gets ready to buy his plane ticket, he remembers he is bald. “My old pals will all laugh at me,” Papa thinks. Being the mind reading human that you are, you decide it’s time to put things in your own hands and email an experienced specialist.
Dear George,
My father is bald. Sometimes when I go outside with him on a sunny day, the reflection off his head is so bad on my eyes that I usually just ditch him. What can I do? -Stu Paddaso
Stu,
First I will tell you what not to get your father. If you get your father a hat to cover his baldness, he will get very self-conscious and most likely not live to attend his 30th reunion.
I would like to introduce you to a product that will make your father want to be the keynote speaker at his reunion.
Click here to make your father stop crying
“Instantly go from chrome dome to hairy Larry - it's as easy as putting on a hat! Imagine the looks on people's faces when you show up wearing this Fun Hair Visor! Serious fun for all ages. That's what's in store every time you don this hilarious spiked-hair visor. It has a comfortable black fabric design plus thick, lush cotton/poly/acrylic hair with highlighted tips for that added touch of style. Adjusts to fit medium and large heads. Gray hair, black visor.” www.flairhair.com
Tune in next week readers!
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Tiger Blood
Last weekends PGA event at Bay Hill was your typical tournament. It had all the normal storylines for a PGA tournament, a relatively unknown won, not a lot of people watched, and all the TV sports reporters said that Tiger was in contention. If you have watched any golf this season you know that every tournament that Tiger has played in this year he has been said to be in contention at one point or another.
Now saying Tiger is in contention may not seem strange, only three years ago he was by far the best golfer in the world. But in those three years things have changed. This year alone he has only one top ten finish, and finished out of the top 20 the rest of the time. This week tiger shot four under par in his second round. Tiger was still six shots back and all you heard on ESPN was “Tiger in contention at Bay Hill”. Six shots is not that close, It would be like saying Charlie Sheen is in contention for the Boys and Girls Club’s Person of the Year Award.
To be fair it does generate excitement, if ESPN had the headline “Martin Laird in contention at Bay Hill” it would have probably only got one viewer (Martin’s dear old mum).
Everyone knows sex sells, and in the case of Pro Golf that seems to be no different. In the past two years Tiger has sold more People Magazines than golf balls. And it seems like a fair comparison to say he is a bit like Charlie Sheen. A large group of people that don’t normally watch golf, now watch to see if Tiger will get a lap dance on the 18th tee.
I guess for right now us Golf fans will have to wait for the next tiger and hope that he isn’t in to the whole strippers and pain killer thing. I mean we can hope right.
Friday, April 1, 2011
Saddleback's Five Commandments
By Jazmin Pando
For those of you who may not have extensive golfing experience or may simply be lacking common sense here are the basic proper golf etiquette rules:
1. Before you arrive make sure you are properly dressed . What this means is that bikinis, thongs, jock straps, high heels, pasties, and bras are typically not permitted (unless you are at Saddleback of course).
2. Make sure you have the proper equipment. Baseball bats, brooms, canes, or any other sort of stick is probably not going to get you to the PGA tour. As for balls, lets just say golf balls work best.
3. Do not urinate on the golf course, unless you can aim right into a hole. Otherwise run to the nearest restroom.
4. Do not drive the golf cart carelessly, in fact do quite the opposite aim to injure.
5. And finally, don’t throw temper tantrums. But if you absolutely must, make sure your colorful language is modified like “son of a beach” or “mother focker”. You can even use acronyms instead like WTF or FML. Or simply cuss in another language that way the people around you just think you are excited, I suggest Italian or Spanish for this.
So, now that you are properly informed make sure to visit your local golf course and practice your etiquette. Have fun!
http://www.suite101.com/content/golf-etiquette-for-beginners-a138181
Saddleback Rules Video
For those of you who may not have extensive golfing experience or may simply be lacking common sense here are the basic proper golf etiquette rules:
1. Before you arrive make sure you are properly dressed . What this means is that bikinis, thongs, jock straps, high heels, pasties, and bras are typically not permitted (unless you are at Saddleback of course).
3. Do not urinate on the golf course, unless you can aim right into a hole. Otherwise run to the nearest restroom.
4. Do not drive the golf cart carelessly, in fact do quite the opposite aim to injure.
5. And finally, don’t throw temper tantrums. But if you absolutely must, make sure your colorful language is modified like “son of a beach” or “mother focker”. You can even use acronyms instead like WTF or FML. Or simply cuss in another language that way the people around you just think you are excited, I suggest Italian or Spanish for this.
http://www.suite101.com/content/golf-etiquette-for-beginners-a138181
Saddleback Rules Video
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Sexiest of the LPGA
By Brandon Potthoff
Hello followers it Brandon, and since in our last post we had the hottest male golfers we are going to make all of the guys happy and do the hottest female golfers.
5 Erica Blasberg:
Blasberg modeled for Puma and was an average golfer even by LPGA standards. But judging by this picture it is safe to say that she has been spending more time practicing painful exotic looking poses than on the range.
4 Paula Creamer:
Creamer also plays on the LPGA tour. She is the only golfer on this list who has a picture of her golfing. This is because she is the only one on this list who actually wins on the LPGA Tour (she has 9). So no jokes here only props to Creamer who is hot and talented.
3 Michelle Wie:
First off yes that is Michelle Wie on a hornless unicorn, or I guess as some people like to call them horses. Wie started playing pro golf at the age of 16, and has sucked ever since. Like most other female golfers on this list she was able to turn her LPGA stardom into a modeling contract.
2 Anna Rawson
Rawson started at USC before turning to the LPGA. I don’t know why that matters I just wanted to say something new before I repeat myself for the third time, but here we go. Rawson has not won on tour, but turned her LPGA fame into a …. wait for it…. that’s right a modeling contract.
1 Natalie Gulbis
Now for the queen of the insanely stupid photo shoot poses Natalie Gulbis. Gulbis has been the sex symbol of the LPGA since she joined. She has also won a few tournaments which I think should land her at number one.
Well those are the hottest female golfers. Head down to Saddleback and see if you can find someone you think should be on the list.
Hello followers it Brandon, and since in our last post we had the hottest male golfers we are going to make all of the guys happy and do the hottest female golfers.
5 Erica Blasberg:
Blasberg modeled for Puma and was an average golfer even by LPGA standards. But judging by this picture it is safe to say that she has been spending more time practicing painful exotic looking poses than on the range.
4 Paula Creamer:
Creamer also plays on the LPGA tour. She is the only golfer on this list who has a picture of her golfing. This is because she is the only one on this list who actually wins on the LPGA Tour (she has 9). So no jokes here only props to Creamer who is hot and talented.
3 Michelle Wie:
First off yes that is Michelle Wie on a hornless unicorn, or I guess as some people like to call them horses. Wie started playing pro golf at the age of 16, and has sucked ever since. Like most other female golfers on this list she was able to turn her LPGA stardom into a modeling contract.
2 Anna Rawson
Rawson started at USC before turning to the LPGA. I don’t know why that matters I just wanted to say something new before I repeat myself for the third time, but here we go. Rawson has not won on tour, but turned her LPGA fame into a …. wait for it…. that’s right a modeling contract.
1 Natalie Gulbis
Now for the queen of the insanely stupid photo shoot poses Natalie Gulbis. Gulbis has been the sex symbol of the LPGA since she joined. She has also won a few tournaments which I think should land her at number one.
Well those are the hottest female golfers. Head down to Saddleback and see if you can find someone you think should be on the list.
Saturday, March 19, 2011
Spring Break
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Lá Fhéile Pádraig: St. Patricks Day
By Robbie Wallace
This week we have the honor of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. At the University of Colorado we take this holiday just as seriously as they do at Saddleback Golf Club: A beer in one hand a golf club in the other and a belly full of classic corned beef and cabbage.
Saddleback’s Connection with St. Patrick’s Day
Saddleback is home to a small leprechaun community. Forty to fifty Leprechauns ranging from two to 9849 years old have called Saddleback home since 2005. They relocated from Houston, TX after the Lucky Charms Famine of 2004. If you play this Thursday you might find yourself chasing a little green man instead of that little white ball.
Leprechaun Encounters
Ever lose a golf ball that you hit right down the middle of the fairway on the 18th hole? LEPRECHAUN! Ever had a full beer at the beginning of a hole and it’s empty before you finish? LEPRECHAUN!
"Saddleback’s leprechauns enjoy St. Patrick’s Day like my dog like peanut butter. A LOT! Last year while playing a round at Saddleback on St. Patty’s my roommate ,Tom Collin’s, had his shorts pulled down mysteriously during his back swing."
- James Walker Daniels Kahlúa – 7 Handicap
Check out Saddlebackgolf.com for special St. Patrick’s Day offers.
This week we have the honor of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. At the University of Colorado we take this holiday just as seriously as they do at Saddleback Golf Club: A beer in one hand a golf club in the other and a belly full of classic corned beef and cabbage.
Saddleback’s Connection with St. Patrick’s Day
Saddleback is home to a small leprechaun community. Forty to fifty Leprechauns ranging from two to 9849 years old have called Saddleback home since 2005. They relocated from Houston, TX after the Lucky Charms Famine of 2004. If you play this Thursday you might find yourself chasing a little green man instead of that little white ball.
Leprechaun Encounters
Ever lose a golf ball that you hit right down the middle of the fairway on the 18th hole? LEPRECHAUN! Ever had a full beer at the beginning of a hole and it’s empty before you finish? LEPRECHAUN!
"Saddleback’s leprechauns enjoy St. Patrick’s Day like my dog like peanut butter. A LOT! Last year while playing a round at Saddleback on St. Patty’s my roommate ,Tom Collin’s, had his shorts pulled down mysteriously during his back swing."
- James Walker Daniels Kahlúa – 7 Handicap
Check out Saddlebackgolf.com for special St. Patrick’s Day offers.
Monday, March 14, 2011
The PGA's Sexiest
By Jazmin Pando
Let’s face it, golf is not really known for having the most handsome of players. But beauty is within the eye of the beholder, and it can be found even in the most unexpected places. So don’t be afraid to turn on the TV and gawk at golf’s sexiest men, to give you an idea of the kind of potential we are working with here, here are my favorite picks:
Arnold Palmer
Just like my drinks (half lemonade, half ice tea) I like my men half wrinkle, half balding. This 1960 recipient of the Hickok Athlete of the Year and Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year awards is one tall drink of water.
Chi Chi Rodriguez
This Puerto Rican, eight time winner of the PGA tour, is not left behind just look at that smile and seductive look.
Jack Nicklaus
Wowzers! Yummy yummy in the tummy! No further comment.
Jim Furyk
This PGA tour player of the year 2010 has more to brag about than his astounding form, just look at those tree trunk legs!
And finally, Phil Michelson
What’s not to about love chubby cheeks, dimples and a goofy smile? And this is not a rhetorical question.
Honorable Mention
Saddle back’s own Pro Brian Richmond
The youngest of the bunch… He lost point because of the facial hair
So ladies, if you find yourself yearning for a sexy, hunky, golfer, visit your local golf course Saddleback Golf Club, and you’re bound to find one, or two, or three.
Sources
http://sandhillsonline.com/plantation/palmer.htm
http://golf.about.com/od/golfersmen/p/jim_furyk.htm http://www.chichigroup.com/chichi_rodriguez.htm
Let’s face it, golf is not really known for having the most handsome of players. But beauty is within the eye of the beholder, and it can be found even in the most unexpected places. So don’t be afraid to turn on the TV and gawk at golf’s sexiest men, to give you an idea of the kind of potential we are working with here, here are my favorite picks:
Arnold Palmer
Just like my drinks (half lemonade, half ice tea) I like my men half wrinkle, half balding. This 1960 recipient of the Hickok Athlete of the Year and Sports Illustrated Sportsman of the Year awards is one tall drink of water.
Chi Chi Rodriguez
This Puerto Rican, eight time winner of the PGA tour, is not left behind just look at that smile and seductive look.
Jack Nicklaus
Wowzers! Yummy yummy in the tummy! No further comment.
Jim Furyk
This PGA tour player of the year 2010 has more to brag about than his astounding form, just look at those tree trunk legs!
And finally, Phil Michelson
What’s not to about love chubby cheeks, dimples and a goofy smile? And this is not a rhetorical question.
Honorable Mention
Saddle back’s own Pro Brian Richmond
The youngest of the bunch… He lost point because of the facial hair
So ladies, if you find yourself yearning for a sexy, hunky, golfer, visit your local golf course Saddleback Golf Club, and you’re bound to find one, or two, or three.
Sources
http://sandhillsonline.com/plantation/palmer.htm
http://golf.about.com/od/golfersmen/p/jim_furyk.htm http://www.chichigroup.com/chichi_rodriguez.htm
Monday, March 7, 2011
Saddleback Cart Path Patrol: Golf Cart Safety
By Robbie Wallace
How NOT to Drive at Saddleback
As Spring nears more and more golfers are flocking to Saddleback to enjoy playing golf with the Rocky Mountains in the background. We want to take this opportunity to educate our readers about golf cart safety before they head to the links themselves. The most amazing piece of golf cart safety evidence that I bring to you today is a statistic from the TheStupidGolfer Stats Co. : 99.1420% of videos uploaded to YouTube featuring golf cart accidents contain the “idiot” or “drunk” in the title. Another vital “Internet” statistic is that 82.785% of golf cart accident victims were either looking at the beverage cart girl. 71.059% had consumed three or more alcoholic beverages, and 53.194% scored triple bogey or higher on the previous hole. Keeping these statistics in mind watch the following examples of what not to do with the golf carts at Saddleback. However, if you do encounter a problem, Outside Services Manager, Jeff Schust has oiled and lubed countless golf carts.
There are two safety rules we would like you to keep in mind when golfing at Saddleback.
1. When nearing your golf ball do NOT break abruptly!
2. When approaching water hazards, hit the brakes not the gas!
How NOT to Drive at Saddleback
As Spring nears more and more golfers are flocking to Saddleback to enjoy playing golf with the Rocky Mountains in the background. We want to take this opportunity to educate our readers about golf cart safety before they head to the links themselves. The most amazing piece of golf cart safety evidence that I bring to you today is a statistic from the TheStupidGolfer Stats Co. : 99.1420% of videos uploaded to YouTube featuring golf cart accidents contain the “idiot” or “drunk” in the title. Another vital “Internet” statistic is that 82.785% of golf cart accident victims were either looking at the beverage cart girl. 71.059% had consumed three or more alcoholic beverages, and 53.194% scored triple bogey or higher on the previous hole. Keeping these statistics in mind watch the following examples of what not to do with the golf carts at Saddleback. However, if you do encounter a problem, Outside Services Manager, Jeff Schust has oiled and lubed countless golf carts.
There are two safety rules we would like you to keep in mind when golfing at Saddleback.
1. When nearing your golf ball do NOT break abruptly!
2. When approaching water hazards, hit the brakes not the gas!
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Holiday Cheers and Jeers
By George Atabaev
Mixing Prescription Drugs and Alcohol? Bad Idea!
Now that’s not so bad is it? Today we’re going to look at upcoming Major Holidays, Festivals & Observances. A little spirit of golf will be associated with each holiday. Let’s recap the importance of today’s post:
• Mission: Recognize known days while incorporating appropriate golf humor.
• Purpose: Ensure these ‘significant’ days aren’t full of total suck-ness.
April Fool’s Day Sucks
I have never understood this “holiday”. As a matter of fact, I hate this holiday; I always have, always will. Every year a bunch of idiots run around and play unfunny pranks on people. Even supposedly educated people like my freshmen year teacher decide to participate in this stupid day. “Pop-quiz!!!!” That doesn’t even make sense there wasn’t any homework. “There’s something in your hair!!” If for even a split-second I believed that to be true, I would probably feel it, idiot. How is this scam of a holiday even recognized on 99% of calendars? The name of it fits perfectly. The people who participate are fools.
Did you know.....?
No Holiday is important enough for Saddleback to prevent our customers from enjoying our beautiful facility!
Don’t believe us? Just ask the members who were lucky enough to play rounds of golf with Santa this past Christmas.
Countdown to Cinco de Mayo: 61 Days
If you are saying to yourself, “I hate this day”, then you should probably log off the Internet right now and go join a covenant ASAFP. As humans, we are always looking to have a good time. A lot of people think that Cinco de Mayo is the equivalence of Independence Day for the United States. As a matter of fact, Mexican Independence Day is September 16th. So why is it that this relatively unimportant Mexican holiday is so widely celebrated in the United States? The answer can be found in a 12oz bottle of gold:
This year at Saddleback we are dedicated to your continuance of having a great time on this wonderful day. What other excuse do you need in order to invite a bunch of friends and family over for a party that would surely involve more delicious plates of food than the number of days in May? That’s 31 plates of food for you people reading who unfortunately didn’t hear “FORE” yelled on the golf course one time or another.
We would like to introduce an event for golfers that don’t have family and friends to be with on Cinco de Mayo, but enthusiasts that would still surely love to celebrate the Mexican in them.
The Corona Cup will be held May 5th at the Saddleback golf course. We will limit this event to only 5 people in order to minimize the number of possible deaths. The event will run all 18 holes. Rules are simple: You are not allowed to move onto the next hole until you finish one 12oz Corona. Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Mixing Prescription Drugs and Alcohol? Bad Idea!
Now that’s not so bad is it? Today we’re going to look at upcoming Major Holidays, Festivals & Observances. A little spirit of golf will be associated with each holiday. Let’s recap the importance of today’s post:
• Mission: Recognize known days while incorporating appropriate golf humor.
• Purpose: Ensure these ‘significant’ days aren’t full of total suck-ness.
April Fool’s Day Sucks
I have never understood this “holiday”. As a matter of fact, I hate this holiday; I always have, always will. Every year a bunch of idiots run around and play unfunny pranks on people. Even supposedly educated people like my freshmen year teacher decide to participate in this stupid day. “Pop-quiz!!!!” That doesn’t even make sense there wasn’t any homework. “There’s something in your hair!!” If for even a split-second I believed that to be true, I would probably feel it, idiot. How is this scam of a holiday even recognized on 99% of calendars? The name of it fits perfectly. The people who participate are fools.
Did you know.....?
No Holiday is important enough for Saddleback to prevent our customers from enjoying our beautiful facility!
Don’t believe us? Just ask the members who were lucky enough to play rounds of golf with Santa this past Christmas.
Countdown to Cinco de Mayo: 61 Days
If you are saying to yourself, “I hate this day”, then you should probably log off the Internet right now and go join a covenant ASAFP. As humans, we are always looking to have a good time. A lot of people think that Cinco de Mayo is the equivalence of Independence Day for the United States. As a matter of fact, Mexican Independence Day is September 16th. So why is it that this relatively unimportant Mexican holiday is so widely celebrated in the United States? The answer can be found in a 12oz bottle of gold:
This year at Saddleback we are dedicated to your continuance of having a great time on this wonderful day. What other excuse do you need in order to invite a bunch of friends and family over for a party that would surely involve more delicious plates of food than the number of days in May? That’s 31 plates of food for you people reading who unfortunately didn’t hear “FORE” yelled on the golf course one time or another.
We would like to introduce an event for golfers that don’t have family and friends to be with on Cinco de Mayo, but enthusiasts that would still surely love to celebrate the Mexican in them.
The Corona Cup will be held May 5th at the Saddleback golf course. We will limit this event to only 5 people in order to minimize the number of possible deaths. The event will run all 18 holes. Rules are simple: You are not allowed to move onto the next hole until you finish one 12oz Corona. Happy Cinco de Mayo!
Friday, February 25, 2011
Auburn did NOT pay Charles Barkley to play college golf
Hello followers its Brandon, and today we will be going through the twits, turns, and stops of Charles Barkley’s golf swing. Some of you may know about Sir Charles’ swing but if you don’t here is a quick rundown. When Charles was a little boy he made a deal with the sports gods to be one of the greatest basket ball players ever. The only catch was in return he would have to suffer a life time of humiliation on the golf course. Now would be a good time to watch the video if you haven’t already.
Warning:
If you suffer from heart disease or are pregnant it is advised that you look away.
Now to be fair I hear that Charles is a nice guy, so I admit that not everyone is good at everything. Clearly after seeing that video you can see Mr. Barkley isn’t good at everything, in fact there are some things he isn’t even competent at. Be that as it may let’s move on to the actual swing.
He starts off with good stance and posture, heck even his back swing looks good. He starts to bring the club down and all hell breaks loose. Mid way down simultaneously his ACL snaps, his femur breaks and he loses control of his bladder. Now he has no choice but to stop mid swing to come up with a new plan of attack. He pauses for around 4 minutes and 43 seconds before mustering up the courage to continue his swing. Charles now nearly halfway done with his golf swing has lost 99.9% of his power and 100% of his self esteem. He finally gets to his target and crushes it 15 feet down range. The crowd erupts (in laughter) and Charles continues to make his second shot, which will hopefully make it past the ladies tees.
Whew… Now that’s over we can look back on what is the most painful two second anyone should have to endure. We can only hope and pray that someone can help Charles with his life long battle with the shanks. If you have any ideas about who this miracle worker could be post it bellow, we would love to hear your ideas.
Warning:
If you suffer from heart disease or are pregnant it is advised that you look away.
Now to be fair I hear that Charles is a nice guy, so I admit that not everyone is good at everything. Clearly after seeing that video you can see Mr. Barkley isn’t good at everything, in fact there are some things he isn’t even competent at. Be that as it may let’s move on to the actual swing.
He starts off with good stance and posture, heck even his back swing looks good. He starts to bring the club down and all hell breaks loose. Mid way down simultaneously his ACL snaps, his femur breaks and he loses control of his bladder. Now he has no choice but to stop mid swing to come up with a new plan of attack. He pauses for around 4 minutes and 43 seconds before mustering up the courage to continue his swing. Charles now nearly halfway done with his golf swing has lost 99.9% of his power and 100% of his self esteem. He finally gets to his target and crushes it 15 feet down range. The crowd erupts (in laughter) and Charles continues to make his second shot, which will hopefully make it past the ladies tees.
Whew… Now that’s over we can look back on what is the most painful two second anyone should have to endure. We can only hope and pray that someone can help Charles with his life long battle with the shanks. If you have any ideas about who this miracle worker could be post it bellow, we would love to hear your ideas.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Ten Reasons To Get Your Kid involved in Golf
By Jazmin Pando
As summer approaches and kids prepare to spend three long months away from school, parents begin to tremble in agony and anxiety. But before you bust out the Xanax, and surrender to the mercy of your little monster reconsider your options. Enrolling your child in a Junior golf club or even just getting them involved with golf activities, will not only benefit your child but also your sanity. Given this, here are ten reasons why to get your kid involved with golf:
1. It will get them moving and off their lazy butts, and considering that one out of every three parents reading this blog have a tubby tot it is not a bad idea. (www.professorshouse.com/health)
2. It will get them out of the house and away from you for a period of time, and just maybe you can relax for a moment or two.
3. They will make new friends.
4. They will acquire a better understanding of the game, but there are no guarantees on acquiring better skills (some kids are just athletically challenged).
5. Your kid may be the next Tiger Woods. Hopefully, without the 11 floozies.
6. You can rub it in your snotty neighbors face when your kid kicks his kids butt.
7. There are many college scholarships available for young golfers. Like the Eisenhower-Evans Scholarship. This means less money out of your wallet.
8. They will have fun, and create funtastic memories!
9. They will probably reduce their drug and alcohol intake.
10. Did I mention they would be out of your hands for at least a couple hours?
As summer approaches and kids prepare to spend three long months away from school, parents begin to tremble in agony and anxiety. But before you bust out the Xanax, and surrender to the mercy of your little monster reconsider your options. Enrolling your child in a Junior golf club or even just getting them involved with golf activities, will not only benefit your child but also your sanity. Given this, here are ten reasons why to get your kid involved with golf:
1. It will get them moving and off their lazy butts, and considering that one out of every three parents reading this blog have a tubby tot it is not a bad idea. (www.professorshouse.com/health)
2. It will get them out of the house and away from you for a period of time, and just maybe you can relax for a moment or two.
3. They will make new friends.
4. They will acquire a better understanding of the game, but there are no guarantees on acquiring better skills (some kids are just athletically challenged).
5. Your kid may be the next Tiger Woods. Hopefully, without the 11 floozies.
6. You can rub it in your snotty neighbors face when your kid kicks his kids butt.
7. There are many college scholarships available for young golfers. Like the Eisenhower-Evans Scholarship. This means less money out of your wallet.
8. They will have fun, and create funtastic memories!
9. They will probably reduce their drug and alcohol intake.
10. Did I mention they would be out of your hands for at least a couple hours?
Friday, February 18, 2011
Fore! … Hawks! Bald Eagles and Barn Owns at the Denver Golf Expo?
By Robbie Wallace
Welcome to Saddleback Golf Club’s new blog. Our team of four University of Colorado undergrads will bring you satirical, witty and momentous golf news. We plan on bringing the Saddleback clubhouse mystique to your desktop. Plan on laughing and scratching your head as we joke our way through the golf season.
SaddleBloggers: The Strokes
Robbie Wallace - Finance - Junior "They call me Elvis"
George Atabaev - International Affairs - Junior "I'm the Mad Russian"
Jazmin Pando - Economics - Senior "The Terminator"
Brandon Potthoff - Finance - Junior "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air"
Our first blog post comes to you after our weekend at the 2011 Denver Golf Expo. The three day long expo, running February 11th through the 13th, hit its entertainment climax Saturday as golf clubs and raptors soared over the heads of the thousands of golf enthusiasts at the Denver Merchandise Mart. Last year's expo featured 120 exhibitors, this year at least 145 exhibitors signed up.
The events(slightly embellished events) began around 11:00am, when an unnamed golfer stepped up to take his shot at a hole in one at Saddleback Golf Club’s booth. Golfers waited up to fifteen minuets, all day to take their shot at the hole in one. The anonymous golfer chose to use a five iron on the virtual 185-yard island par three, designed by golf-savant Robbie Finley. Upon taking his swing the golfer lost grip of his club, and sent the five iron helicoptering towards a crowd of unsuspecting, expecting mothers.
The group of women were in line at Brian Richmond “From Due Dates to Tee Times: Kegel Exercises the key to success in golf and childbirth”, book signing. Eyewitnesses say they held their collective breath as the club seemed to hover in mid air as a miracle occurred before their eyes.
A rescued Bald Eagle from the Hawk Quest (non-profit wildlife education foundation, hawkquest.org) booth flew off of its perch, and plucked the five iron out of the air. The stunned crowed applauded raucously as the eagle glided down to its handlers with the club in its talons.
Unharmed the author also Saddleback’s new golf pro, Brian Richmond, gave away copies of his book to the unscathed fans. Following the harrowing events, spectators from all over the 30,000 sqr.ft. facility made their way to the Hawk Quest and Saddleback booths, to meet the heroic eagle and take a shot at a hole in one.
Golfers seeking to hit the hole in one were reminded to hold on tight to their club. Next year’s Denver Golf Expo has a lot to live up to.
- Be patriotic and support heroic birds of prey at Hawkquest.org
To learn more about the all golf weekend check out the Denver Post’s uninspiring review of the 2011 Denver Golf Expo visit “Something for everyone at Denver Golf Expo” by Tom Kensler The Denver Post Something for everyone at Denver Golf Expo - The Denver Post http://www.denverpost.com/sports/ci_14386334#ixzz1DueS3Rrk
Eagles are much more resilient
Welcome to Saddleback Golf Club’s new blog. Our team of four University of Colorado undergrads will bring you satirical, witty and momentous golf news. We plan on bringing the Saddleback clubhouse mystique to your desktop. Plan on laughing and scratching your head as we joke our way through the golf season.
SaddleBloggers: The Strokes
Robbie Wallace - Finance - Junior "They call me Elvis"
George Atabaev - International Affairs - Junior "I'm the Mad Russian"
Jazmin Pando - Economics - Senior "The Terminator"
Brandon Potthoff - Finance - Junior "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air"
Our first blog post comes to you after our weekend at the 2011 Denver Golf Expo. The three day long expo, running February 11th through the 13th, hit its entertainment climax Saturday as golf clubs and raptors soared over the heads of the thousands of golf enthusiasts at the Denver Merchandise Mart. Last year's expo featured 120 exhibitors, this year at least 145 exhibitors signed up.
The events(slightly embellished events) began around 11:00am, when an unnamed golfer stepped up to take his shot at a hole in one at Saddleback Golf Club’s booth. Golfers waited up to fifteen minuets, all day to take their shot at the hole in one. The anonymous golfer chose to use a five iron on the virtual 185-yard island par three, designed by golf-savant Robbie Finley. Upon taking his swing the golfer lost grip of his club, and sent the five iron helicoptering towards a crowd of unsuspecting, expecting mothers.
The group of women were in line at Brian Richmond “From Due Dates to Tee Times: Kegel Exercises the key to success in golf and childbirth”, book signing. Eyewitnesses say they held their collective breath as the club seemed to hover in mid air as a miracle occurred before their eyes.
A rescued Bald Eagle from the Hawk Quest (non-profit wildlife education foundation, hawkquest.org) booth flew off of its perch, and plucked the five iron out of the air. The stunned crowed applauded raucously as the eagle glided down to its handlers with the club in its talons.
Unharmed the author also Saddleback’s new golf pro, Brian Richmond, gave away copies of his book to the unscathed fans. Following the harrowing events, spectators from all over the 30,000 sqr.ft. facility made their way to the Hawk Quest and Saddleback booths, to meet the heroic eagle and take a shot at a hole in one.
Golfers seeking to hit the hole in one were reminded to hold on tight to their club. Next year’s Denver Golf Expo has a lot to live up to.
- Be patriotic and support heroic birds of prey at Hawkquest.org
To learn more about the all golf weekend check out the Denver Post’s uninspiring review of the 2011 Denver Golf Expo visit “Something for everyone at Denver Golf Expo” by Tom Kensler The Denver Post Something for everyone at Denver Golf Expo - The Denver Post http://www.denverpost.com/sports/ci_14386334#ixzz1DueS3Rrk
Eagles are much more resilient
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