JohnnyCockfight
Beer is God's proof that he loves us.
+3 not -3, and now Shipley has a 2 stroke lead on the next lowest amateur.
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calibuck
Too soon old, too late smart
The Donald Ross 'plateaus' got him good on a couple of holes. These pros are very good at imparting spin on the ball, but the greens of Pinehurst #2 aren't having any of it. And, have watched innumerable chips go up the hill, and then back down. Putting seems to be slightly more effective, but haven't seen any 'gimme' putts left after the ball climbs onto the green. Shipley doubled two in a row like this. On the bright side, just learned (thru the BP pages) that Mr. Shipley drove the 3rd green, and was the first out of this deep field to do so. Had about a 20 foot put, but apparently missed. However, I for one, do like two putt birdies. Leaderboard said he was +4 after the third round. Hopefully he finishes in the standings as to receive an automatic invitation for next year's US Open. Go Buckeyes!
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JohnnyCockfight
Beer is God's proof that he loves us.
Shipley just secured low amateur at the US Open, to go along with the same honor he achieved at the Masters. Great battle with the next lowest amateur - they were paired together and the TV coverage was very good covering them down the stretch.
Shipley joins Jack as the only Ohio State alumni to win low amateur at the US Open.
Shipley joins Jack as the only Ohio State alumni to win low amateur at the US Open.
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calibuck
Too soon old, too late smart
I do believe that Shipley will get an invite to the Masters next year as low amateur(?) Not entirely certain, but doesn't he also receive an automatic to US Open based up on his finish this year? also a question. And, read he's turning pro for next week's pro tournament. Sooooo, will his automatics still hold if he's a card carrying pro? Or rescinded because he's become a pay-for-pay person? Anyone help clear away the fog? I'm a bit fuzzy here. But always, pro Buckeyes. Go Bucks! Would be a great start to his career if he can/will get those invites.
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calibuck
Too soon old, too late smart
Seems like we might have our heir apparent! Hopefully there's another four players that can ascend to this level. Very much liked seeing tOSU playing in the NCAA finals....new year, let's do it again! Want to see another number on the board on the entry to S&G course. The 1961 and 1976 (memory is fuzzy here) Nati's need a number starting with a "2" on it.....Go Bucks!
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Wingate’s right about 1979, and the first Natty was In 1945.
In 1961, Nicklaus won the individual title, but Purdue (who hosted the event) won the team title.
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calibuck
Too soon old, too late smart
Thanks guys. Was member there for 15 odd years, and passed by it every time I teed it up. But, time and change surely showed that the memory has cobwebs in it. Anyway, tOSU was so very close last year. Had the Auburn player not hit the stands with his chip, we'd be hoisting the trophy. There were two exceptional, and four very good players last year. Hard to get such an accumulation of talent in cold weather states. Usualy when we get back to C'bus to visit daughter, it's too cold/snowy to play. Have taken family to clubhouse for lunch, but instead of scruffy golfers hoisting a brew or two, there's a bunch of suits chowing down. PS, still keep on 'Save', where Jimmy Hainline played Scarlet, with Coach coaching their ball placement and putts. Great stuff. Go Bucks!
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calibuck
Too soon old, too late smart
Will be back in C'bus over Thanksgiving. Want to take wife and daughter to Clubhouse for lunch. Does anyone know if I could sneak in to see what the new (since I've been gone - over 40 years) golf practice 'place'? Went into the pro shop last visit, and staff was distinctly cool, bordering on cold. Didn't buy anything (!). My OSU golf polo is wearing out....thanks in advance.
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calibuck
Too soon old, too late smart
Not that anyone cares, but just got back from C'bus and Thanksgiving. While there, ventured over to golf courses, and spent some money in pro shop. My 'Ohio State Golf Course' shirt is getting a bit tattered and thin, so got a new one, and an over-priced divot tool (lost my OSU one somewhere). Also asked, and Head Pro Brian Kelley agreed to walk me over to the inside practice area. Very sweet. Some young man was practicing, and from what I saw, knows what he's about. Apparently, also have a female side. Finally, Brian pointed out the 'garage' hitting stations a couple hundred yards away, with cameras, instant replay tools available. No one on course, but flags on the greens. In 'the day', Gray was open, and Scarlet was closed after a time. Great aspect, sorry left clubs back home. Thanks Brian, and Go Bucks!
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calibuck
Too soon old, too late smart
Wingate you were correct, 1979 was the year.....another bon mot. Am embarking in a week for a cruise in Australia/NZ. Part of the attraction will be my second golf trip with Perry Golf. Two years ago, wifey treated me on cruise from Barcelona to Lisbon, playing golf six times along the way. Had great time. Host and co-owner of Perry Golf, was Colin Daeglish (sp?). He played with John Cook, Joey Sindelar, and Ed Snead on that great Buckeye team. At welcome dinner, he noticed my Ohio State money clip, and recounted when he played on varsity with those guys, and that every five years or so, there is a golf team reunion in C'bus with Coach Jim. PS, unabashed plug for Perry Golf. These golf tours on Azamara Cruise Lines are exceptional. Everything done for you. From taking your bag when you board, until they deliver to your stateroom at end, plus everything inbetween. Busses to course, bags placed on carts with your playing partners, lunches laid out, sodas and beers at the turn, and party time after the round, meet-and-greet dinners, cocktail hours onboard, they've got it all. Our golf stops along the way were on exceptional courses. Am looking forward to doing it again. Failed to mention one important aspect. These meet-and-greets were for the players to meet, but more importantly, our golf widows did their own networking, and buddied up for port tours while we were teeing it up. Thoroughly enjoyable, and highly recommended. Turns out Colin and I were at tOSU same time, me working for my MBA, and him as an undergrad playing on golf team. I said OH, and he replied IO.....
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