Whaaaa? My man! I'm still in shock over the second half. I'm having some issues with my over the air antenna and it cut out with like 50 seconds left in the game.
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Whaaaa? My man! I'm still in shock over the second half. I'm having some issues with my over the air antenna and it cut out with like 50 seconds left in the game.
It sounds like you putt well with anything Snickerdoodle so maybe you don’t need a mallet, we make blades too for guys like you, whatever floats your boat.
It was two completely different halves, the Broncos has their chances at the end, but the D stood strong!
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Since I go to you with all aspects of the Vikings, GolferGal would like to know why the hell Abdullah is in the game ever and why Dalvin Cooke doesn’t dominate their backfield anymore.
Not to get too far away from Grandaddy banter. But, are you from Minnesota? What brought you to the Purple People Eaters?
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I believe he came over in the original Viking ship, which was a Cayenne.
@radiman @Luke WilliamsCG has a slightly better chance of beating me in singles than the Vikings ever do of winning a Super Bowl.
Both of my parents are from Minnesota, and most of m extended family still lives there, my dad is a big Vikings fan so I grew up a Vikings fan.
Since I go to you with all aspects of the Vikings, GolferGal would like to know why the hell Abdullah is in the game ever and why Dalvin Cooke doesn’t dominate their backfield anymore.
That’s a great question for which there is not a good answer. Does GolferGal have Dalvin on her Fantasy Football team by chance?
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That may be correct. 16 team leagues in THP, so getting Dalvin in the 2nd round and now seeing him not get the touches have left some screaming at THP HQ.
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I knew I liked you for a reason!
2 weeks...man it’s getting so close. Played 18 yesterday and while I didn’t score well, all I could think about was being at the hideaway with all new clubs hanging out with all my weird friends
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Team THP-
It’s almost Grandaddy time, and while I can’t wax poetically about how I closed out a member of the Zoo Crew in Singles and it changed my life. I can share some things from my experience, which might just help you as you attempt to have your moment in the Sun.
Pro Tips:
Hydrate- Drink more water than you think that you need, the climate is a lot different than other parts of the country, and drinks will be flowing. Drink a lot of water.
Chapstick- is a real need, make sure you have some with you. You will thank me later.
Sunscreen- You should be using sunscreen anyway, but this time of year in most of the country, sunscreen isn’t a thought. You will need it in California.
Course Management- Get a yardage book early, come up with a plan and stick to your plan. Depending upon who on the Zoo Crew you play, they might be able to bomb it past you. Don’t focus on what they are doing, focus on what you need to do in accordance to your plan. Stick to your plan.
Nerves-“Grandaddy Nerves” are a real thing, there is a lot going on and it is at times a bit overwhelming. Remain calm, be your partner’s calm. Bad shots happen, don’t let a bad shot get you too wound up.
Routine- It is hard to explain to anyone who hasn’t experienced walking through the gates at the Hideaway, but the experience is surreal and it’s easy to get distracted. In an effort, to take something surreal, and make it seem normal, stick to your same pre-shot routine.
Example: If you part of your routine is to check the yardage yourself with your laser, then do that. Anything to make the playing experience feel more normal to you, do that. (You will have caddies to give you yardages, but this isn’t about checking the yardage, it’s about keeping the same routine that you normally have).
Don’t play slow- No one likes slow play, and you don’t want to be that guy. I’m not saying to play rushed, just don’t be slow.
Fitting Engagement- Come to the fitting process at the ECPC, ready to be engaged fully in that process with your Fitter. You will have one of the best Fitters in the world; however, you don’t have all day. Be engaged, ask questions, understand what your Fitter is trying to accomplish. Have an open dialogue with your Fitter, have an idea what has worked for you in the past and communicate that with your Fitter. This engagement will help you get the most out of your time with your Fitter. It's an awesome experience, but you don't have all day, make the most of it. When in doubt, trust the Fitter.
Know your yardages- You are getting a brand new set of clubs, and you have to play with them the next day. Don’t leave the ECPC without asking for what yardages your woods and irons were carrying. This will take out a lot of guess work early in the round the next day. You’re welcome.
Grips- This isn’t the time to experiment with new grips, you know what works for you. This is just a personal opinion, stick with grips that you can trust, remember what I said about the nerves.
My opinion also expends to putter grips, if you have a putter grip that you like, just go with it. If it’s an exotic putter grip, and you aren’t sure they will have it, bring one with you. You are going to need to putt well to have a chance, don’t leave that putter grip up to chance.
Fitting Sheet- It’s a cool moment getting fitted at the ECPC; take a picture of your fitting sheet.
Wedges- If you are coming from a cold weather climate and haven’t been able to hit balls outside in a while, spend some time in the short game area at the ECPC and hit a lot of wedge shots. Get that feel back.
Updates- Make sure you do a great job keeping us sweating it out on the forum updated, but stay focused on your match, and try not to concern yourself with what is going on in the other matches. Stay in your moment.
Take a lot of pictures- This is a once in a lifetime experience, take a moment to take in each hole.
Putts- You will have caddies to help you read your putts, but if you aren’t sure, ask your member host to take a look. The guys like Al, know the course better than anyone, use them.
The Nest- Go and have fun, avoid Luke when he is ordering, and be on the first Uber out. Survive….
Don’t hold up the bus- Don’t be the guy who robs your teammates of prep time.
Warm up- Spend more time on the putting green than on the range. The breakfast sliders are amazing, but don’t put yourself in a food coma. There are comfort stations everywhere; you will have plenty of refreshment on the course. You don’t want to be standing over a big putt thinking, you need to take a bathroom break.
Reviews- Review the hell out of your gear, don’t ghost on your reviews or recaps. We want to hear all about your experience, and about the greatness of the gear.
That’s it for the tips; heed them if you think they will help you. Good Luck, Don’t die, Try to win, but Have Fun!
Remember that The Grandaddy is always one team away from extinction; I know y’all will do a great job representing yourselves and this community. We all want y’all to do well and do everything in your power to have this event that we all love return next year. That and @HuddieJ hasn’t gotten to play @JasonFinleyCG yet.
As for Odds, they are coming, unless the Team specifically asks me not to do them. There is an old friend of mine that likes videos, so I’m going to do that at least. Geaux Get’em...
Props to @jlew2144, a lot on this list came from random conversations that we have had in the past
JDax
It’s almost Grandaddy time, and while I can’t wax poetically about how I closed out a member of the Zoo Crew in Singles and it changed my life. I can share some things from my experience, which might just help you as you attempt to have your moment in the Sun.
Pro Tips:
Hydrate- Drink more water than you think that you need, the climate is a lot different than other parts of the country, and drinks will be flowing. Drink a lot of water.
Chapstick- is a real need, make sure you have some with you. You will thank me later.
Sunscreen- You should be using sunscreen anyway, but this time of year in most of the country, sunscreen isn’t a thought. You will need it in California.
Course Management- Get a yardage book early, come up with a plan and stick to your plan. Depending upon who on the Zoo Crew you play, they might be able to bomb it past you. Don’t focus on what they are doing, focus on what you need to do in accordance to your plan. Stick to your plan.
Nerves-“Grandaddy Nerves” are a real thing, there is a lot going on and it is at times a bit overwhelming. Remain calm, be your partner’s calm. Bad shots happen, don’t let a bad shot get you too wound up.
Routine- It is hard to explain to anyone who hasn’t experienced walking through the gates at the Hideaway, but the experience is surreal and it’s easy to get distracted. In an effort, to take something surreal, and make it seem normal, stick to your same pre-shot routine.
Example: If you part of your routine is to check the yardage yourself with your laser, then do that. Anything to make the playing experience feel more normal to you, do that. (You will have caddies to give you yardages, but this isn’t about checking the yardage, it’s about keeping the same routine that you normally have).
Don’t play slow- No one likes slow play, and you don’t want to be that guy. I’m not saying to play rushed, just don’t be slow.
Fitting Engagement- Come to the fitting process at the ECPC, ready to be engaged fully in that process with your Fitter. You will have one of the best Fitters in the world; however, you don’t have all day. Be engaged, ask questions, understand what your Fitter is trying to accomplish. Have an open dialogue with your Fitter, have an idea what has worked for you in the past and communicate that with your Fitter. This engagement will help you get the most out of your time with your Fitter. It's an awesome experience, but you don't have all day, make the most of it. When in doubt, trust the Fitter.
Know your yardages- You are getting a brand new set of clubs, and you have to play with them the next day. Don’t leave the ECPC without asking for what yardages your woods and irons were carrying. This will take out a lot of guess work early in the round the next day. You’re welcome.
Grips- This isn’t the time to experiment with new grips, you know what works for you. This is just a personal opinion, stick with grips that you can trust, remember what I said about the nerves.
My opinion also expends to putter grips, if you have a putter grip that you like, just go with it. If it’s an exotic putter grip, and you aren’t sure they will have it, bring one with you. You are going to need to putt well to have a chance, don’t leave that putter grip up to chance.
Fitting Sheet- It’s a cool moment getting fitted at the ECPC; take a picture of your fitting sheet.
Wedges- If you are coming from a cold weather climate and haven’t been able to hit balls outside in a while, spend some time in the short game area at the ECPC and hit a lot of wedge shots. Get that feel back.
Updates- Make sure you do a great job keeping us sweating it out on the forum updated, but stay focused on your match, and try not to concern yourself with what is going on in the other matches. Stay in your moment.
Take a lot of pictures- This is a once in a lifetime experience, take a moment to take in each hole.
Putts- You will have caddies to help you read your putts, but if you aren’t sure, ask your member host to take a look. The guys like Al, know the course better than anyone, use them.
The Nest- Go and have fun, avoid Luke when he is ordering, and be on the first Uber out. Survive….
Don’t hold up the bus- Don’t be the guy who robs your teammates of prep time.
Warm up- Spend more time on the putting green than on the range. The breakfast sliders are amazing, but don’t put yourself in a food coma. There are comfort stations everywhere; you will have plenty of refreshment on the course. You don’t want to be standing over a big putt thinking, you need to take a bathroom break.
Reviews- Review the hell out of your gear, don’t ghost on your reviews or recaps. We want to hear all about your experience, and about the greatness of the gear.
That’s it for the tips; heed them if you think they will help you. Good Luck, Don’t die, Try to win, but Have Fun!
Remember that The Grandaddy is always one team away from extinction; I know y’all will do a great job representing yourselves and this community. We all want y’all to do well and do everything in your power to have this event that we all love return next year. That and @HuddieJ hasn’t gotten to play @JasonFinleyCG yet.
As for Odds, they are coming, unless the Team specifically asks me not to do them. There is an old friend of mine that likes videos, so I’m going to do that at least. Geaux Get’em...
Props to @jlew2144, a lot on this list came from random conversations that we have had in the past
JDax
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Oh I forgot... Yes Lexi, the Nest Clown is a real thing...
Wait...who is that creepy bald guy with the clown?
I went through serious heartache when I lived there. '98-'05 and that was through the Moss-Cunningham "should've won a Super Bowl" year.
Those were some scary teams.
Dude, you've got Minnesota ties too? I feel like I heard this before and completely forgot.
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Yep. Went to high school in St. Paul and a year at the U of M before moving.
I don't miss seeing that hideous dash next to the temperature. (-15* was pretty normal.)
98 and 2009 probably shook my faith the most.
