Monday After The Masters, Myrtle Beach's Tournament!

Monday after the Masters in North Myrtle Beach gets Furyk

Strand keeps tourney for three more years

By Alan Blondin - ablondin@thesunnews.com

 

 

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH -- Reigning FedExCup champion and PGA Tour Player of the Year Jim Furyk has committed to make his second consecutive appearance in the Hootie & the Blowfish Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am on April 11.

And he'll have an opportunity to return to the Barefoot Resort Dye Club for several more years if he chooses.
Tournament organizers and marketing cooperative Myrtle Beach Golf Holiday, a primary sponsor of the tournament, have agreed to a three-year extension to stage the event on the Grand Strand through 2014.

 

 

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The 17-year tournament originated in Columbia and will be held for the ninth consecutive April at Barefoot Resort, where it moved from Kiawah Island in 2003.

"Walking up here to the Dye course today, it honestly feels like coming back home," Hootie & the Blowfish bassist Dean Felber said. "Of all the places we've been with the tournament, it just feels so good to have a place we can come back to every year that is absolutely wonderful. I don't think it could get any better."
The "Mike & Mike in the Morning" radio show, which is broadcast on ESPN Radio and simulcast on the ESPN2 television station every weekday from 6 to 10 a.m., will broadcast live from the tournament this year.
"This event has been such a perfect marriage between the band and everything this event brings to Myrtle Beach and what we're able to do promotionally, it's such a great marriage and a great match for our destination that we don't want to see this event go anywhere," Golf Holiday President Bill Golden said.
"That [extension] allows us to plan long-term promotional opportunities, something like 'Mike & Mike.' It really gives us flexibility to get real aggressive and leverage the event with all the things we do."

Other early 2011 commitments include longtime tournament supporters and PGA Tour members John Daly and Woody Austin, as well as Conway native and LPGA Tour member Kristy McPherson.

Tournament director Paul Graham believes Tommy "Two Gloves" Gainey and Clemson alum D.J. Trahan will be added to the field, and he hopes Myrtle Beach resident and four-time PGA Tour winner Dustin Johnson will return for a second year. The tournament pairs a professional golfer with a celebrity and four amateurs in each competing group.

"We've gotten a lot of interesting e-mails from a lot of different actors and football players and things like that," Graham said. "...We always look to get new names, and a lot of times they're coming to us, which has been great. We're just trying to keep the pedal to the metal."

It was announced at a news conference Friday at the Dye Club that the event in 2010 raised $300,000 for charity, which nearly doubled 2009 proceeds.

Graham said sponsors decreased their involvement in 2009, but increased it back to previous levels in 2010 and are equally if not more supportive this year.

"We continue to be blown away by the support we receive in this economy, especially from the Myrtle Beach community," Graham said. "We were very pleased with the [donation] we were able to put up. I think there are a lot of tournaments that just want to have that $155,000, so the fact that we could do $300,000 or more is unbelievable."

A check for $10,000 was presented Friday to The First Tee of Myrtle Beach, an organization that provides character building and golf instruction and opportunities to area youths.

The Hootie MAM has raised more than $4 million in its 16 years for the Hootie & the Blowfish Foundation, which supports South Carolina education and junior golf causes. The tournament, a live and silent auction on the eve of the tournament, and a concert the night of the tournament are part of the fundraising.

The Hootie MAM has sold out both playing spots and spectator tickets for the past five years, and $5,000 playing spots are again sold out in 2011 with more than 30 teams registered.

"Our commitment has been as strong this year as it's ever been," Graham said. "It's a daily e-mail or phone call, 'Can we play in the tournament?' At this point I don't have any spots to sell."

Spectator tickets to the golf tournament are $15 for adults and free for children 12 and younger, and will become available at 11 a.m. on Feb. 26 at the House of Blues, Barefoot Resort pro shops and Ticketmaster outlets. Up to 6,000 tickets will be sold.

The Battle For The Cip Cup 2011

 Here is the information about Joe's golf trip in July, if anyone is interested. I will be attending it for a second year, it was a ton of fun, as is every Myrtle Beach Trip.

Just let me know if anyone is also interested.

Hello All,

Here is the info on the 2011 Myrtle Beach "Battle for the Cipp Cup".

Courses:

Thursday July 21, 2011:  Thistle Golf Club  Tee Times: 12:12 - 2:00 PM

Friday July 22, 2011:  Oyster Bay  Tee Times: 8:36 - 9:08 Double Tee (Includes Breakfast, Lunch and 2 Beers/Soda)

Saturday July 23, 2011: Tigers Eye  Tee Times:  9:00 -10:30

Sunday July 24, 2011: Leopards Chase Tee Times: 7:30 - 9:00

Condo: We are staying at Crow Creek Condos

Cost: Total cost of trip is $328.00 per person includes Golf/Cart and Condo

Deposit: $100.00 deposit is due by March 1, 2011  Final payment is due by July 6, 2011

You can make your deposit payment online at www.seasidegolf.com or by calling 1-877-732-6999 (toll free)

Please ensure that you register for the Joe Cippolini group when making payments.

As always we will play with the Callaway Handicap system to determine the Cipp Cup Champion for 2011 and also the daily winners of the pool payouts.

George "the hammer" Bryant will be back to defend his title!!! 

Anyone wishing to get in the money will contribute $25.00 to the pool. Payouts will be paid each night after the round. There will be a total of 10 payout each round. Amounts will be determined by the number of players competing.

Please send me an e-mail when you make your deposit to let me know that you are in.

If you have any questions shoot me an e-mail!!!!

Take Care!!!

Cipp

Thistle New, Mature Look

Thistle is a course we have played a long time ago, when it first opened, and the club house was being built. It's been open a couple years now, and I got to play it last year on the Cip Cup Trip. Thistle has grown in and the club house is amazing!

Thistle Opens Stunning New Clubhouse

By

Chris King

  on October 15, 2008 9:44 AM | Comments (1)

Thistle's new clubhouse opened in mid-June and is one of the area's finest

The clubhouse is as stunning as it is large. Built with stone, timber beams and stucco and rising from the ground like an ancient Scottish mansion, the new clubhouse at Thistle Golf Club is among the finest in region, if not the country.

Thistle, a 27-hole facility and one of the Grand Strand's best kept secrets, opened its 15,600-square foot clubhouse in mid-June to rave reviews. From the 38-foot ceilings to the collection of rare golf memorabilia, the clubhouse adds to the experience at the Sunset Beach, N.C. property.

      "Folks just walk into the pro shop and look at the 38-foot ceiling and go, 'Wow'," said Gene Weldon, Thistle's head pro. "I've heard awesome, unbelievable, and phenomenal (from golfers describing it). It's definitely unique. There is nothing like it I've ever seen."

Beyond the grandeur of the clubhouse, which incorporates the same type of stone used throughout the property, the golf memorabilia is a must-view for players. Named after the original Thistle Golf Club, which was founded in 1815 in Leith, Scotland, the modern-day Thistle has preserved the heritage of its namesake through the memorabilia.

Thistle purchased the Scottish club's original documentation, the official rulebook and a host of other material, including scorecards from the 1820s, at a private auction. Much of that material is on display in the new clubhouse.

"The original scorecard (is one of the coolest items), to see how they actually marked with lines for each stroke and the dash for the fifth stroke, it's just unique," Weldon said. "To read some of the letters from people who wrote applying for the club, it's just unbelievable. It's like calligraphy at its finest; the way they talked back then comes across in the letters. I actually started reading it one afternoon  - you can's touch it under glass because it's so fragile - I read it for about a 1 ½. You just can't stop."

One thing that does occasionally stop the browsing is the clubhouse restaurant, complete with several high definition televisions and a deck that offers panoramic course views.

"We have golfers that finish a round and rather than drive back to their hotel, they will come into our pub and spend a good portion of their afternoon," Weldon said. "Sunday afternoons and Saturday afternoons are a big here. Everybody seems to like standing around having the cold beverage of their choice and enjoying the view."

It is a view that is nearly impossible not to enjoy.

Barefoot Golf And Resort, Maybe Myrtle Beach's Finest Resort/Golf Destination

Myrtle Beach Golfer's Dream: Barefoot Golf and Resort

INTRODUCTION:




Myrtle Beach is known world-wide as "The Golf Capital of the World".
If you're planning a golf trip to the Grand Strand this year, Barefoot Golf and Resort is an absolute must-visit. This luxurious Myrtle Beach Golf Resort boasts four of the nicest golf courses in the area: Dye, Norman, Love and Fazio. Also, this first-class establishment has two full-service clubhouses. No, that's not a typo..I said TWO full-service clubhouses. Both clubhouses have a Bar, Restaurant and Pro Shop. Sounds impressive already, right? It doesn't end there. This Myrtle Beach Golf Resort also has on-site accommodations, making for the perfect stay and play golf experience.



THE COURSES:



Barefoot Dye Course: Designed by Pete Dye. This Myrtle Beach golf course is well-known for being both beautiful and challenging.



Barefoot Love Course: Designed by Carolina native Davis Love III. Gorgeous views, medium difficulty, but still enjoyable for the average golfer.



Barefoot Fazio Course: Designed by Tom Fazio. Spectacular views, strategically filled with trees, sand and other natural elements that are sure to put your golfing skills to the test.



Barefoot Norman Course: Designed by Greg Norman. Seven holes gently hug the Intracoastal Waterway. This 7,200 yard long Par 72 will definitely provide you with a memorable Myrtle Beach Golf experience.




THE ACCOMMODATIONS:



The pictures we've provided below should be enough to put a twinkle in your eye. Barefoot Golf and Resort has some of the most breathe-taking views of the Intracoastal Waterway, as well as some of the most luxurious amenities available. What more can you ask for in a Myrtle Beach Condo Rental?









THE EVENTS:






So, what exactly is Monday after the Masters? MAM is an exclusive golf tournament with celebrity guests that is hosted at the Barefoot Dye Clubhouse and golf course. This event got it's name because it is held on the first Monday after the highly coveted PGA Master's tournament. Also, the Sunday prior to MAM, there is a charity auction which in recent years has included an autographed guitar by Taylor Swift, classic automobiles and various sports memorabilia. For more information regarding this event, please visit: Hootie Golf




2011 UPGRADES & MAINTANENCE:



Some pretty important changes will be happening in 2011 for Barefoot Golf and Resort. Both the Fazio and Norman golf courses will be converting their putting greens from Bermuda to Ultra Dwarf. Barefoot Golf representatives tell us that these changes will occur starting May 6th for the Fazio golf course, and July 7th for the Norman golf course.
Maintanence should last an estimated 6 weeks, depending on the weather.



If you'd like to learn more about these changes, and what they'll mean for your golf strategy, please feel free to visit our other blog post covering the different types of golf course grass.




CONCLUSION:



WOW! That was a lot to take in, and that's because there is a lot to experience at Barefoot Golf and Resort. It's almost like a small city that is completely centered around 4 of the top Myrtle Beach Golf Courses in Myrtle Beach. And just when you thought it couldn't possibly get any better, the location will shock you. Located in the heart of it all , with direct access to all of the greatest restaurants and attractions that Myrtle Beach has to offer. So if you're planning a golf trip to Myrtle Beach this year, make sure you start with Barefoot Golf.

Ping brings Out Forged Irons, Prayers Are Answered!

Ping's New "Anser" to Forged Irons

Ping Golf has never been a company to follow the crowd. Hence, it's taken the company more than 40 years to make a new forged iron. That iron has a familiar name: Anser. Most people at first glance would think that the Anser forgings (suggested retail price $190 per club) are named after Ping's popular putters. Nope.  The irons are named after an early iron model that Ping founder Karsten Solheim produced before he transitioned to the popular investment-casting process that spawned the Eye 2 irons, perhaps the most popular irons in golf history. Combining an 8620 steel body and tungsten sole, Anser forged irons offer what people have come to expect from a Ping iron, forged or cast. The Anser features a machined face and grooves for better spin and control--something Ping knows more than a little about--as well as a set design for forgiveness in the long irons and greater control in the short irons. for spring, with the Ping Anser forged irons.

My Golf Ball Shop-Value For Golfers

Here is just a sampling of all the golf balls and grades they sell. Want to talk about diving for balls, they are in the water more than frogs to keep their supply full:

All of our balls are recovered from water.  Each ball is separated according to its quality anywhere from perfect to hit away.  Allowing you to golf for less. We carry all different types of golf balls, here are just a few... Titleist ProV1 and ProV1 X Ranging from $11.95 to $24.95 per dozen
Titleist NXT, NXT Tour, NXT Extreme and more...  Ranging from $9.95 to $12.95 per dozen
Callaway Warbird, Big Bertha, HX Tour, HX Hot, and more...Starting at $7.95 per dozen
Top Flite Dimple and Dimple, Strata, and more... Starting at $6.95 per dozen
Nike One Platinum, One Black, TW, Mojo, and more... Starting at $7.95 per dozen
Maxfli Tour Fire, Power Max, Black Max, Noodle, and more...  Starting at $5.95 per dozen
Slazenger RD, RD Speed, RD Tour, and more...From $5.95 per dozen

Brand New Iron Sets From Hireko Golf

Introducing the Dynacraft Prophet Tour CNC Forged Irons Part 2 of 2 by Hireko Technical Director Jeff Summitt In Part 1, we discussed how the exciting new Dynacraft Prophet Tour CNC forged iron was constructed. In this segment we will talk about the playability and fitting aspects of the iron. As I said in Part 1, forging is only a process – plain and simple. What makes an iron perform is not exactly how it is constructed (forged versus investment cast), as much as it is about other things like weight distribution, hosel configuration and the like. > Continue with Rest of Article

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