Happy birthday to my friend Jay Flemma

Written by: Tony Korologos | Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009
Categories: Golf Media • Miscellaneous

I’ve had the privilege of meeting some neat people in the golf world as a result of this golf blog. One of the best, coolest, most unique, most spunky and down right funny is my close friend Jay Flemma (pictured right in the blue doing his thing). Jay is a talented golf writer, golf blogger and NYC attorney. Jay’s passion and energy for golf is unmatched.

Jay and I have conquered many courses together from Black Mesa in New Mexico to Ballyneal in the plains of Colorado/Nebraska. Through Jay I’ve made many great friends and golf connections, played many incredible courses, and even met my pals from the fun rock band Bowling For Soup. I’ve also gained more knowledge and appreciation of golf course design and course designers like Tom Doak and Jim Engh.

Best wishes to you Jay. Happy birthday my friend and many many more. I look forward to our next adventure.

Jim Thorpe guilty of tax evasion

Written by: Tony Korologos | Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009
Categories: Champions Tour
Tags: Jim Thorpe

Sad story from Orlando. Champions Tour player Jim Thorpe (with the crazy swing) pleaded guilty on tax evasion charges. He didn’t pay over $2 million in taxes from income between 2002-2004. He could face up to two years in prison and a $4.1 million fine.

Pro Bag Ads puts LCD display ads on pro golfers’ bags. Tiger Woods’ teeth next…

Written by: Tony Korologos | Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009
Categories: Golf • Golf Media • Miscellaneous
Tags: Golf Advertising • Pro Bag Ads • Tiger Woods

Video ads in golf bags?

I was doing my regular blog reading rounds when I came across this nugget on my favorite stops at Geoff Shackelford’s blog. Pro Bag Ads is the first company I’ve seen who is putting paid advertising via an LCD screen in pro golfer’s golf bags. So far I see only Michael Allen on their list of players.

More “ED” ads on the way!

I’m surprised someone didn’t think of this sooner really. Obviously the golf industry could use some new avenues to distribute more erectile dysfunction ads. We don’t have enough as it is.

What’s next? I can see ’em now

I did some deeper research and found some new development on LCD ads and golf. Soon we’ll be seeing LCD video ads on golfer’s shirts, hats and even more…

Heavy rain threatening PGA TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP

Written by: Tony Korologos | Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009
Categories: PGA Tour • Tiger Woods
Tags: PGA Tour • Tour Championship

I’m not a “Twitter” fan. I think there’s a reason the first four letters are “twit.” But here’s a “tweet” from Stewart Cink on this week’s TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP:

It’s rained so much around ATL that many school systems are delayed or cancelled today. And East Lake closed all day — range and course.

Roads have been closed, schools closed and there’s flooding, with heavy rain expected through the week. Who is the best schlogger in the final group of 30? Could be worth $10 mil.

Rumor mill: Tiger Woods’ caddy Steve Williams to be replaced by llama

Written by: Tony Korologos | Monday, September 21st, 2009
Categories: Miscellaneous • Tiger Woods

Thanks to Vnello from The Golf Space for the tip on the new craze in caddies. Fluff and Steve Williams better watch out, or they may soon be replaced by llamas. Sherwood Forest Country Club’s caddy shack is full of llamas, who carry bags for $40. The players like the llamas and their “calm” demeanor.

It is possible that even Tiger Woods’ caddy Steve Williams could be replaced. Let’s do a side by side comparison table between Steve Williams and a llama to see who has the advantage. Perhaps Tiger’s drought in majors this year could have been avoided if he had a llama for a caddy?