Greetings Golfers,

Yesterday was my morning off. So … what did I do with my freedom? Watched the Golf Channel’s “Live at the US Open”. And, I can’t wait to watch the full coverage over the weekend.

My plan was to write about Pebble Beach. However, it became obvious that what I was really excited about was that golf was being PLAYED at Pebble Beach. It was more like I was excited that a good friend of mine was going to a really cool place.

Golf is a really good friend of mine.

There were years when I was so busy working at Deer Run GC that I seldom played golf. I felt like I’d lost a close friend. I had. Golf was always there – a loyal friend. Even when I wasn’t there.

Our staff has been talking about the importance of loyalty. If our staff doesn’t feel that we have each other’s backs … we have constant problems. All healthy relationships require loyalty.

People are always trying to figure out the special allure of golf. It’s more than a game. It’s a loyal friend. That doesn’t mean it’s a pushover. It doesn’t reward bad behavior – just like your other good friends … but, it doesn’t write you off – you can redeem yourself. That’s your decision.

You know that line “Golf is the game for a lifetime”? It’s more than that … it’s a friend for a lifetime. I’d call that a loyal friend.

I’m glad that my friend is having a special time at Pebble Beach this week.

Cheers,

Tom Abts
GM/Head PGA Professional
tabts@deerrungolf.com

Deer Run Golf Club
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Victoria, MN 55386
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