Box on Doorstep From TaylorMade – No Way This Sucks

Written by: Tony Korologos | Tuesday, February 18th, 2014
Categories: Golf Clubs • Golf Equipment • Golf Gear
Tags: TaylorMade

Today’s doorstep photo is the the definition of “does not suck.” Inside the tall box should be my set of custom made TaylorMade SpeedBlade Irons, which I was fitted for about two weeks ago. The small box on the right is from China. Parts for my new golf aerial photography rig.

Box o’ Clubs From TaylorMade and Parts for My Aerial Photo Rig…

Man I wish I had these SpeedBlade Irons two days ago when I lost $9.00 to my local pro in our Sunday game. Stay tuned for pictures of the clubs themselves.

Augusta National Golf Club Eisenhower Tree Photos

Written by: Tony Korologos | Tuesday, February 18th, 2014
Categories: Golf Courses • The Masters • Tiger Woods
Tags: Augusta National • The Masters

Tiger Woods tees off on the 17th at Augusta National with Eisenhower Tree on left

After yesterday’s news that the famous Eisenhower Tree was destroyed in the recent ice storms in Georgia, I dug through my library and found a couple of photos of the tree. Above Tiger Woods tees off and is trying to hit a high cut over the tree.

Below shows the size of the tree and how much of the fairway it guards.

Eisenhower Tree guards left side of fairway on #17 at Augusta National

Ice Storm Does What President Dwight D. Eisenhower Couldn’t, Brings Down Augusta National’s Famed 17th Pine Tree

Written by: Tony Korologos | Monday, February 17th, 2014
Categories: Golf Courses • The Masters • Tiger Woods
Tags: Augusta National • The Masters

Sad news from the home of the Masters Tournament, Augusta National Golf Club. The famous Eisenhower Tree lining the left side of the 17th hole was destroyed by the recent ice storm in Georgia. The Club tried everything they could but the Eisenhower Pine Tree has been removed.

Augusta National Eisenhower Tree Damage

The Eisenhower Tree became famous because of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. He hated the tree and motioned for the tree to be removed. That’s when Augusta National’s co-founder Clifford Roberts declared the president “out of order.”

The tree has caused many a player problems, including Tiger Woods.

Eisenhower Tree (left)

Rumor has it that Augusta National has had a backup tree picked out, ready for a time like this. I suppose we will find out what they decide to do in a couple of months when the 2014 Masters Tournament begins.

Below is a statement from Augusta National’s Billy Payne on the loss of the Eisenhower Tree:

“Like so many of our family, friends and neighbors in this community, Augusta National Golf Club has been busy cleaning up after the historic ice storm this week. Everyone affected remains in our hearts and prayers, and we likewise hope for a speedy and complete recovery for all.

“The loss of the Eisenhower Tree is difficult news to accept. We obtained opinions from the best arborists available and, unfortunately, were advised that no recovery was possible.

“We have begun deliberations of the best way to address the future of the 17th hole and to pay tribute to this iconic symbol of our history – rest assured, we will do both appropriately.

“I can report that the golf course sustained no major damage otherwise. We are now open for Member play and we will be unaffected in our preparations for the 2014 Masters Tournament.”

Sand Hollow Championship Course Hole 15 Flyover

Written by: Tony Korologos | Friday, February 14th, 2014
Categories: Golf Courses • Golf Videos • HOG World Tour

My golf aerial photo/video setup is improving very well. Since shooting this clip below I’ve put a lot of work into it to make it even better. Still, this is awesome. This is the 15th hole at the Sand Hollow Championship Course in Hurricane, Utah. This is an awesome par-3 about 195 yards.

This Week on Tour – PGA Tour, LPGA, Champions Tour, European Tour

Written by: Tony Korologos | Wednesday, February 12th, 2014
Categories: Champions Tour • European Tour • LPGA Tour • PGA Tour • Pro Golf

PGA TOUR
Northern Trust Open
Dates: February 13-16
Venue: Riviera Country Club, Pacific Palisades, Calif.

Tournament Airtimes On Golf Channel (Eastern):
Thursday 5-8 p.m. (Live) / 8:30-11:30 p.m. (Replay)
Friday 5-8 p.m. (Live) / 8:30-11:30 p.m. (Replay)
Saturday 1-2:30 p.m. (Live) / 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m. (Replay)
Sunday 1-2:30 p.m. (Live) / 8 p.m.-1 a.m. (Replay)

In the field: Dustin Johnson, Justin Rose, Keegan Bradley, Jason Dufner, Hunter Mahan, Charl Schwartzel, Jordan Spieth, Matt Kuchar, Louis Oosthuizen and Fred Couples.

LPGA TOUR
ISPS Handa Women’s Australian Open
Dates: February 13-16
Venue: The Victoria Golf Club, Victoria, Australia

Tournament Airtimes On Golf Channel (Eastern):
Wednesday 11 p.m.-2 a.m. (Live) / 1-4 p.m. (Thursday replay)
Friday Noon-2:30 p.m. (Tape Delay)
Saturday 5-9 p.m. (Tape Delay)
Sunday 5-7 p.m. (Tape Delay)

In the field: Lydia Ko, Suzann Pettersen, Lexi Thompson, Jessica Korda, Paula Creamer, Morgan Pressel, Beatriz Recari, Azahara Munoz, Cheyenne Woods and Karrie Webb.

European Tour
Africa Open
Dates: February 13-16
Venue: East London Golf Club, East London, South Africa

Tournament Airtimes On Golf Channel (Eastern):
Thursday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. (Tape Delay)
Friday 9 a.m.-12 p.m. (Tape Delay)
Saturday 5:30-9:30 a.m. (Live)
Sunday 5:30-9:30 a.m. (Live)

In the field: Robert Rock, Thomas Aiken, Peter Hedblom, Darren Fichardt, Soren Hansen, Simon Dyson, Shiv Kapur, Michael Hoey, Gregory Bourdy, Oliver Fisher and David Horsey.

Champions Tour
ACE Group Classic
Dates: February 14-16
Venue: The Talon Course, Twin Eagles Golf Club, Naples, Fla.

Tournament Airtimes On Golf Channel (Eastern):
Friday 2:30-4:30 p.m. (Live) / Midnight-2 a.m. (Replay)
Saturday 3-5 p.m. (Live) / 2:30-4:30 a.m. (Replay)
Sunday 3-5 p.m. (Live) / 2-4 a.m. (Replay)

In the field: Tom Lehman, Tom Watson, Bernhard Langer, Colin Montgomerie, Nick Price, Kenny Perry, Mark Calcavecchia, Fred Funk, Jay Haas, John Cook and David Frost.

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