I had followed the Caedus thread and, to be honest, didn't really think it warranted discussion or comment. I had seen Brian play previously and knew what he was capable of scoring on a golf course. The whole thread contributed more heat than illumination on the issues Brian was trying to raise.
About three weeks ago I had the pleasure of playing with Brian on a classic Donald Ross design track in the western suburbs of Chicago, playing at about 6800 yards. He hadn't played in a while and the front nine looked a bit ragged but the minute we hit the turn, he began throwing darts. I teased him about "finding Jesus" but he told me he was just concentrating on some thoughts that Aaron Zick had on timing force across the shaft. Three birdies and a bogey on the back (due to some untidy putting) for two under on the back. What was impressive about it, however, was the quality of his shots into the green. While distance from the pin varied, everything on the back was hit no more than 4 or 5 feet to either side of the flag. Lots of fun to watch.
I contribute this only to say it wouldn't matter to me if Brian couldn't hit the ball out of a phone booth. What's of interest to me is the information being shared by Brian and a lot other professionals here in this forum. Pick any of the "Top 25" and no one talks about what kind of game they have. The only question is: "Are they good teachers?" While reasonable minds can, and should, disagree as to the answer to that question, nobody should dispute that the central inquiry should be whether the instructor can make me a better player.
But for what it's worth, I've seen him and he can play.
About three weeks ago I had the pleasure of playing with Brian on a classic Donald Ross design track in the western suburbs of Chicago, playing at about 6800 yards. He hadn't played in a while and the front nine looked a bit ragged but the minute we hit the turn, he began throwing darts. I teased him about "finding Jesus" but he told me he was just concentrating on some thoughts that Aaron Zick had on timing force across the shaft. Three birdies and a bogey on the back (due to some untidy putting) for two under on the back. What was impressive about it, however, was the quality of his shots into the green. While distance from the pin varied, everything on the back was hit no more than 4 or 5 feet to either side of the flag. Lots of fun to watch.
I contribute this only to say it wouldn't matter to me if Brian couldn't hit the ball out of a phone booth. What's of interest to me is the information being shared by Brian and a lot other professionals here in this forum. Pick any of the "Top 25" and no one talks about what kind of game they have. The only question is: "Are they good teachers?" While reasonable minds can, and should, disagree as to the answer to that question, nobody should dispute that the central inquiry should be whether the instructor can make me a better player.
But for what it's worth, I've seen him and he can play.
