by Jeff Skinner So much for the predictions of horrible weather at the U.S. Open. Believe it or not the golf Gods showed favor upon us and we got to see plenty of golf today. Even though our drive from… Continue Reading
by Jeff Skinner I am getting ready to head down to Philadelphia to spend some time on the hallowed grounds of Merion Country Club. But with the ominous weather reports I’m afraid that it might be washed away before I… Continue Reading
by Jeff Skinner U.S. Open Countdown: 23 days As the U.S. Open at Merion grows closer you may want to bone up on your U.S. Open history or just relive some of the greatest moments in golf. Here are three… Continue Reading
by Jeff Skinner The February issue of Golf Digest includes their latest list of the 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses. The list is full of familiar names that host majors, PGA Tour events and even Ryder Cups. But what the… Continue Reading
by Jeff Skinner Last Sunday I opted to pass on the sickening ritual of watching the New York Jets imitate an NFL football team and along with some friends played Bethpage Black on Long Island. Little did we realize that… Continue Reading
by Jeff Skinner What do you do when a hurricane is approaching and everyone one around you is preparing for 60 mph winds, ten inches of rain and everything else associated with a hurricane? If you’re a normal person you… Continue Reading
by Jeff Skinner Last week I was able to get back to Bethpage Black and spend some time taking in the pros at The Barclays. I rarely miss the chance to get on one of the best courses in America… Continue Reading
by G. Rennie For most amateur golfers at Bethpage Black the par four 15th hole poses the biggest challenge of the round. Watching the pro’s take it on from a green side seat to the left of the green I… Continue Reading
by Jeff Skinner An Open Letter to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and Parks Commissioner Rose Harvey In 2002 when the USGA brought the U.S. Open to Bethpage Black it was nicknamed the “Peoples Open” and having the Open at… Continue Reading
by Jeff Skinner 1. Nick Watney went from Zero to Hero with his win at The Barclays. After two wins last season his 2012 was disappointing: 2 top tens and a T9 at The Match Play. He was first in… Continue Reading