Mar 29, 2023

Jim McCabe's front 9 musings

1 – But what does it mean?

In case you think it’s part of today’s lexicon and proof that these young’uns are cool and hip, think again. Back in 1934 when Ky Laffoon won his fourth PGA Tour tournament of the year – by closing 65-69 on the weekend, no less – several writers proclaimed that it was “Ky Laffoon doing Ky Laffoon things.”


2 – Mystery, even to Miss Know It All

Even Siri cannot predict when Anthony Kim will make his LIV Golf debut.


3 – Keep it to yourself

Pssst, no one cares to read about your round of 93 when and if you get to play Augusta National.


4 – Easier to stick to one color

Multi-tasking isn’t my thing, so playing combo tees confounds me.


5 – It’s the Name Game

It’s nearly upon us, ladies and gentlemen, so brush up on the names of the holes at Augusta National. Flowering Peach is my favorite. And it’s especially nice that they do not take the easy way out and call No. 18 “Home.”


6 – OK, a hot dog then

Picked up the phone on the eighth hole to order something for the turn. “A better partner,” I asked. “Sorry,” said the young lady, “you can’t order off the menu.”


7 – They don’t have staying power

Professional match play tournaments are like vegetables. You know they’re good to have, but do you really miss them if they’re not there?


8 – Does not compute

When told that it “was 232 to the front, 255 to the flag,” I had only one response: “What exactly am I supposed to do with that information?”


9 – If you’re looking for a sure thing

We’ll remain 0-for-ever on the Pimento Cheese sandwich.