Columnist: Len Ziehm
Book Reviews: “Tiger Project” & “Rory”
By Len Ziehm Two books on prominent golfers — “Project Tiger’’ by Gavin Newsham and “RORY’’ by Alan Shipnuck – came out very close together earlier this year. Both were somewhat updated when they were released, as Tiger Woods had since been involved in another auto-related catastrophe and Rory McIlroy was about to repeat as […]
The Florida Historic Golf Trail Preserves Golf History
By Len Ziehm with pictures by Joy Sarver The Florida Historic Golf Trail puts a premium on preserving the state’s golf history. The trail was created by the Florida Department of State, in 1991, to enhance public awareness of the Sunshine state’s public, semi-private, military and resort courses. It underscores the proud history of what […]
Return Visit To The Omni Homestead Resort
Written By Len Ziehm with Pictures By Joy Sarver We first visited the Omni Homestead Resort in 2014, but a lot has changed at America’s first resort since then. Golf legend, Sam Snead grew up near the resort and began his golf career at the Homestead. The Omni Homestead first opened in 1766 and underwent […]
Putters Galore At PGA Show
By Len Ziehm. Pictures By Joy Sarver. I’m fascinated by putters, as well as the wide variety of makes and models. I have used a Scotty Cameron for over 10 years, although it doesn’t always function quite as well as I would like. I’m not one to experiment with different putters, but I do like to […]
Jekyll Island Transforms & Honors Its Rich History
Written by Len Ziehm with Pictures by Joy Sarver Without question, Jekyll Island is the very best state park in Georgia and it has received a sparkling new look. The 600 residents on the island, located on Georgia’s Atlantic Coast, between Savannah, and Jacksonville, enjoy the relaxed life only an island oasis like Jekyll Island […]
Tiger’s Life As Never Told Before
By Len Ziehm Another book about Tiger Woods? When I first heard about “Tiger, Tiger,” by James Patterson, I wondered why. After all, his playing career is in obvious decline. But, then I considered the author, James Patterson, one of the most prolific writers over the last few decades, and also one of the very […]
Pinehurst No. 10 To Open In April…No. 11 Coming Soon
By Len Ziehm with Pictures By Joy Sarver Pinehurst is truly the “Cradle of American Golf’ and continues to grow. The Pinehurst Resort has announced that it will open Pinehurst 10, in April next year. Soon after, the USGA will open Golf House Pinehurst in July, with the World Golf Hall of Fame to be […]
BOYNE Has Become An International Travel Destination
By Len Ziehm (pictures by Joy Sarver) Boyne Mountain, the first of three Michigan destinations to open, is celebrating its 75th anniversary. The Highlands, a few miles down the road, is celebrating its 60th and long-time senior vice president of golf operations Bernie Friedrich has been named the winner of the prestigious PGA Golf Executive of the […]
Mississippi Offers Great Golf Opportunities
By Len Ziehm With cooler temperatures beginning to creep into our area, golfers in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana may want to consider heading south to Mississippi for great golf and amenities. Top-notch golf is spread across the state from the Gulf Coast’s No 1 rated Fallen Oak, No. 6 Grand Bear and No. 10 Shell […]
Gulf Shores, Alabama: More Than Beautiful Beaches
By Len Ziehm Let’s make this perfectly clear, Gulf Shores-Orange Beach, sandwiched between Pensacola and Mobile offers much more than beautiful white sandy beaches and great golf. Gulf Shores is a unique spot for golfers. Not only are its courses good, but they’re not far from each other with a total of 15 courses […]