May 23, 2007

While not a hole in one — Lee would have been impressed to see me make a 30 foot putt to save par this past weekend. He’ll remember that putting was my weakness in early March when I came to Wild Horse Pass. Now, I find myself saying, “Lee would have liked that putt”, or “Lee would have fussed at me about that one”. If he could have seen my long stoke, measured tempo, and the ball roll into the cup on Saturday he just might have graduated me!!

Brian Glines
May 23, 2007

The following is an exerpt from the Journal Times in Wisconsin. The young man being highlighted, Brian Glines, is a student of Jim Samsing’s. Brian has made some huge leaps with his golf game in the past two years and has the potential to become a very fine player. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK, Brian!

CRUSADER INVITATIONAL: Brian Glines of Prairie battled the wind and a highly-competitive field at Broadlands Golf Course. Glines, a junior, shot a 3-over-par 75 to place second overall in the 10-team event. Glines was at even par with four holes to play. He finished his round with three bogies.
"It's kind of an open course and the wind can affect your play," Prairie coach Kevin Will said. "But Brian did a good job with that and played really well." Brian's performance helped Prairie finish fifth with a 339 total. Host Catholic Memorial was first at 311, followed by Pius XI at 322 and Marquette at 332. St. Catherine's finished seventh at 345. The Angels' top golfer was Brandon Pana, who shot an 83. Teammate Max Oakes shot an 86.

UPDATE: May 23
More conratulations are in order for Brian as he has qualified (individually) for the Wisconsin High School State Championships.

Barb Lacy
May 15, 2007

CONGRATULATIONS to BARB LACY: Barb just recorded her best ever score of 77. In her words “I am so happy about the improvements in my game. the school was such a great experience.” Having had the chance to watch Barb make the changes that she did, we are certain that this is just the start of something big!

Dana Davis
May 15, 2007

CONGRATULATIONS: DANA DAVIS; Dana had a hole-in-one on May 10, at Deep Cliff GC, on the 18th. hole. Here are his words:

"I admit being quite shocked. It was a #7 Callaway Heavenwood Hybrid from 162 yards out to a slightly elevated green. The ball went dead at the stick, hit the green about 5 feet in front of the pin and rolled in. My partner and I both thought that it had come to rest just behind the pin, but when I got up to the green I found it in the cup! Way cool. Fortunately for me, it was about 9AM, and Deep Cliff doesn't have a bar, otherwise my wallet would be a lot lighter. However, I am sure my friends will be quite willing to soak me for a few drinks."