The Masters, arguably one of the greatest sports events each year is underway! Arnold Palmer, and for the first time, Jack Nicklaus served as the Honorary Starters and hit the first shots of what should be another great Masters.Certainly the Tiger Woods story, both his on-going recovery from his personal problems as well as his return to professional golf, have received much of the media coverage thus far. Despite his absence from golf for nearly five months, one cannot overlook him as a possible champion. He has proven his ability to play the course better anyone else in the field (four victories in 16 starts) and, well, he consistantly amazes us with his ability to do the unbelievable.
However, Tiger should not be the only story. There are so many great players capable of winning. While this event tends to favor the more experienced players, this might be the year a younger player comes from the pack to "shock the world" (such as Zach Johnson a few years ago). It will be especially fun for me as I have been invited to watch it in 3-D on Friday afternoon. I'll report back on the experience.
Lastly, this has been such a great start to the golf season here in Minnesota. Not in my previous 12 seasons (springs) have we had such a positive and exciting start. People are really into golf as a result. This is just what golf needs in this area. Let's hope it continues throughout the year!
Until next time-
Doug
