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…………….
Sign up for our email blasts to receive the latest promotions (so worth it!) @
www.SaddleBackGolfCourse.com
DISCOUNTED GOLF, APPAREL, AND MORE!
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.”
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