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Web: http://westmichigangolfshow.com

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__/ MG ON THE ROAD
Niagara-Legends on the Niagara and Thundering Waters
__/NELSON, SINGH, SMITH, MCCORMACK AND HENRY PICARD ELECTED TO WORLD GOLF HALL OF FAME
__/MIKE MCCAFFERTY, A.K.A., WALTER HAGEN, IS IN NEW DODGE NITRO COMMERCIAL
__/FOXHILLSANDCRYSTALMOUNTAIN GOLF SCHOOLS TO PART WAYS
__/ MICHIGAN GOLFER-TV
__/ BOOK REVIEW: "A DISORDERLY COMPENDIUM OF GOLF"
__/LOVERS OF HYPOCRISY AND AMBIGUITY
__/ PGA OPENS UP CHINA
__/ ARCHIVES-MICHIGAN GOLFER
__/FALL EDITION: MICHIGAN GOLFER MAGAZINE
__/ 2006-07 MICHIGAN GOLF CALENDAR
__/ ASSOCIATION LINKS
__/ MICHIGAN GOLFER ONLINE RESOURCES
__/ COURSE VIDEOS

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MG ON THE ROAD
Niagara-Legends on the Niagara and Thundering Waters
The honeymoon is not necessarily over for Niagara Falls, but there are increasingly other things to do besides getting married. In the past five years, four new golf courses have come on board. The initial three are at the Legends on the Niagara, which features the work of two of Canada's most storied architectsThomas McBroom (Ushers Creek) and Douglas Carrick (Battlefield) . In addition, they both collaborated in the design of the 9-hole Chippawa. A Jim McLean golf school is also part of the facility.

http://www.niagaraparksgolf.com/legends/

Thundering Waters, a John Daly Signature course, opened up last year. As part of the festivities, John was asked to drive a ball over the Falls. He was allowed 20 swings to do it, but fell short as the mist was blowing in his face and thus knocking down his shots. It was great theater though and the media was all over the event. John Daly is continuing to design golf courses with another Canadian golf architect, John Robinson, working with him. Robinson designed, Hawk's Eye and The Chief in Bellaire.

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NELSON, SINGH, SMITH, MCCORMACK AND PICARD ELECTED TO WORLD GOLF HALL OF FAME

The World Golf Hall of Fame will welcome five new members into the Hall of Fame at its annual Induction Ceremony Monday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. The Class of 2006, which includes Larry Nelson, Vijay Singh, Marilynn Smith and the late Mark McCormack and Henry Picard, will bring the Hall of Fame's membership to 114.

Selected in the Lifetime Achievement category, McCormack, the founder of IMG, will be introduced by Hall of Fame Member Arnold Palmer. Palmer became McCormack's first client in 1960, initiating the era of sports management and marketing that was the foundation for IMG, considered the world's foremost sports, entertainment and media company.

Nelson, elected on the 2006 PGA Tour ballot, will be introduced by Hall of Fame Member Gary Player. Nelson credits a Player-written golf tip as serving to inspire him early in his golf career. For years, Nelson has regarded Player as a close friend and an individual who is a "consummate professional."

Picard, the Veteran's category selection, will be introduced by Hall of Fame Member Beth Daniel. Picard, a highly respected teacher, worked with Daniel on her game at the Country Club of Charleston, where they were both members.

Singh, elected on the 2005 PGA Tour ballot, will be introduced by Ted Forstmann, chairman and CEO of IMG Worldwide. Singh and Forstmann have been partners in the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am and in the Dunhill Links Championship, and they share a business relationship and close friendship.

Smith, a Lifetime Achievement inductee and one of the 13 original founders of the LPGA, will be introduced at the ceremony by Hall of Fame member Kathy Whitworth. Whitworth and Smith enjoy a friendship and camaraderie having played against each other in the 1960s and 70s. http://www.wgv.com.

Taken and edited from a World Golf Village release.

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MIKE MCCAFFERTY, A.K.A., "THE HAIG", IS IN NEW DODGE NITRO COMMERCIAL Mike McCafferty, son of the MGN editor and the actor that played Walter Hagen in the Ryder Cup series MG TV did with host Bill Shelton, is now featured in the new Dodge Nitro commercial that is playing during the World Series. Mike is in the car that is "blown up" getting a jump. Mike has had roles on ER, West Wing, Six Feet Under and The Invisible Man series on the Sci-Fi . An EMU grad, Mike is living in L.A. Yes, we are very proud.

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0564530/

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FOXHILLS AND CRYSTALMOUNTAIN GOLF SCHOOLS TO PART WAYS
According to Kathy Aznavorian, a principal at Fox Hills, their three year partnership with the Crystal Mountain Golf School is coming to a close. " We have enjoyed a wonderful relationship over the last three years and appreciated the joint-venture opportunity with Crystal. Fox Hills will now be setting up its own school -- Director of Instruction to be determined. We have a great year-round facility with heated bays and we hope that in the transition we won't miss a beat. Scott Wilson plans to still teach some of his students this winter."

http://foxhills.com

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LOVERS OF HYPOCRISY AND AMBIGUITY
1. Don't sweat the petty things and don't pet the sweaty things.
2. One tequila, two tequila, three tequila, floor.
3. Atheism is a non-prophet organization.
4. If man evolved from monkeys and apes, why do we still have monkeys and apes?
5. The main reason Santa is so jolly is because he knows where all the bad girls live.
6. I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman, "Where's the self-help section?" She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.
7. What if there were no hypothetical questions?
8. If a deaf person swears, does his mother wash his hands with soap?
9. If someone with multiple personalities threatens to kill himself, is it considered a hostage situation?
10. Is there another word for synonym?

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PGA OPENS UP CHINA
The PGA of America struck global by meeting with The Peoples Republic of China. PGA Chief Executive Officer, Joe Steranka, traveled to Beijing to meet Zhang Ziaoning, director general of the Multi-Ball Games Administrative Center of the General Administration of Sport.

"The globalization of golf is evidenced by the strong interest that Chinese officials have in growing the game in this country, said Steranka. "I believe The PGA of America's leadership in the training of PGA Professionals and growing interest and participation in golf canhelp Chinese sports officials accomplish many of their goals."
Taken and edited from a PGA release

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MICHIGAN GOLFER TELEVISION CHANNEL
League Championship Series
The weather was cold but the hospitality warm at The Majestic at Lake Walden in Hartland, as golf league players from all over Michigan participated in the 2nd League Championship Series. The tournament, the brainshild of MGCOA and Handicomp, has caught on in Ohio and Iowa areas as well. Bill Fountain, Jim Scott and Kate Moore were the MGCOA hosts for the game, which will move next year to the East course at the Gull Lake complex.

http://michigangolfer.tv/2006shows/MGCOA/

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Jack Berry's Ireland Golf V
We bring you the ffith installment of a five part series on Irish golf, by internationally acclaimed golf writer, Jack Berry. Our final show takes you to the East course of Ireland.

http://michigangolfer.tv/2005shows/golfireland/

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BOOK REVIEW: "A DISORDERLY COMPENDIUM OF GOLF"
-By Lorne Rubenstein and Jeff Neuman
In the spirit of John's Bathroom Reader, Loren Rubenstein and Jeff Neuman have assembled a book full of quick and informative reads. Here is but one of many of their snap hooks;

TOP 10 LINES FROM CADDY SHACK
1."Cinderella story. Out of nowhere. A former greenskeeper, and about to become the Masters champion, It looks like a mirac-it's in the hole."
2."I bet you have a lot of ties...you want to tie me up with some of your ties, Ty?
3."Oh you are a funny kid. When are you due back in Boys Town?
4. "We're just about to tee off now, so call the hospital and have them move my appointment with Mrs. Bellows back thirty minutes. Oh well,just stick a tube down her throat and I will be there in four hours."
5.This is the worst looking hat I have ever seen. You buy a hat like that, I bet you get a free bowl of soup with it."
6. "If you ever want to rap or talk, or just get weird with someone...you know, buddies for life."
7. "The last time I saw a mouth like that, it had a hook in it."
8. "This calls for the old Billy Baroo."
9. "You're a lot of woman, you know that? How would you like to make $14 the hard way?"
10. "Did somebody step on a duck?"

Taken from " A Disorderly Compendium of Golf" by Loren Rubenstein and Jeff Neuman

Want more?

TOP 10 CLUBS IN WILLIE PARK'S BAG WHEN HE WON THE 1887 BRITISH OPEN
1. Bulger Driver
2. Straight-faced Driver
3. Spoon
4. Brassie
5. Cleek
6. Iron
7. Massie
6. Iron-nibblick
9. Wooden Putter
10. Park's Patent Putter

Taken from " A Disorderly Compendium of Golf" by Loren Rubenstein and Jeff Neuman
Workman Publishing
http://workmanpublishing.com

More? The King Speaks

"Golf is full of quirky bits and pieces along with stories and information. There's something on every page of this entertaining book to interest and amuse every golfer. Not surprising with Loren Rubenstein involved-one of the best."

Arnold Palmer

"A Disorderly Compendium of Golf"
by Loren Rubenstein and Jeff Neuman
Workman Publishing
http://workmanpublishing.com

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FALL EDITION: MICHIGAN GOLFER MAGAZINE - NOW ONLINE
http://www.michigangolfer.com/fall06/index.html

Catching Up With Calvin Peete: Motor City Miracle-byJohn Berkovich
Detroit's own Calvin Peete is kicking back in Jacksonville, enjoying his second family and helping out his wife Pepper with the area's First Tee Program. Ontario writer,John Berkovich, caught up with Calvin and brings up this story.
http://www.michigangolfer.com/fall06/index.html

Jud Heathcoat and Idaho Golf-Jason Deegan
Jason Deegan continues his golf travel and brings us a story about Idaho golf and a visit with Sparty, Jud Heathcoat. Jason matches his prose with pictures in this delightful read. You will also encounter a floating island green, just the thing for an aquaphob.

http://www.michigangolfer.com/fall06/index.html Golfing Gaylord-by Dr. Sam Fullerton, Photos by Kevin Frisch
Sam Fullerton, spends most of his time teaching Eastern Michigan University students about his specialty, Sports and Event Marketing. However, Sam is just as comfortable with a putter as a podium. Sam tells the story and Kevin Frisch of Resort and Golf Marketing supplies the photos as we take yet another look at the Gaylord Golf Mecca.
http://www.michigangolfer.com/fall06/index.html

Sip and Chip-by L'Anse Bannon
The American pairing at the Ryder Cup will soon be forgotten. However, there is a new pairing, wine and golf or Sip and Chip that might last a little longer in your memory. L'Anse Bannon checks our the vineyards of the Leelanau Peninsula and Old Mission Point and pairs them up with some great golf destinations.
http://www.michigangolfer.com/fall06/index.html

Tournament Roundup
We have more roundups then Roy Rogers and Gene Autry combined. Everything you wanted to know about tournament golf is brought to you by a stable of writers from the Michigan Golfer, the Michigan Section PGA and Summer Tournament Wrapup-Kelly Hill
v Gregg Davies Wins the 2006 Michigan Amateur-by Jack Berry
Mike Harris Wins the Tournament of Champions-Michigan PGA Staff
Kris Tamulis WinsMichigan Womenıs Open
Scott Hebert Wins his 6th Michigan Open-by Jack Berry
Final Ford-John Wukovits
http://www.michigangolfer.com/fall06/index.html

Our Michigan Television Show also brings you coverage of these tournaments:
Native American Cup http://michigangolfer.tv/2006shows/nativeamericancup/
Michigan Amateur http://michigangolfer.tv/2006shows/boynegolf/
Michigan Women's Golf Association http://michigangolfer.tv/2006shows/mwga/
Michigan Open http://michigangolfer.tv/2006shows/michiganopen/
Michigan Golf Course Owners Association http://michigangolfer.tv/2005shows/mgcoaleaguetournament/

Slice of Life-Terry Moore
Terry Moore takes us through a tour of his golf bag and muses about the decisions he has made in creating an awesome arsenal of worthy weapons for golf's challenges.
http://www.michigangolfer.com/fall06/index.html

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2006 MICHIGAN GOLF CALENDAR
http://michigangolfer.com/calendar.html" ASSOCIATION LINKS
American Association of Golf Course Architects
http://asgca.org
Golf Association of Michigan
http://www.gam.org/
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
http://www.gcsaa.org
Michigan Section PGA
http://www.Michigan.PGA.com
Michigan Golf Course Owners Association
http://mgcoa.org
Michigan High School Athletic Association
http://www.mhsaa.com/
Michigan Interscholastic Golf Coaches Association
http://migca.com
Michigan Publinx Seniors Golf Association
http://mpsga.net
National Golf Course Owners Association
http://ngcoa.org
National Golf Foundation
http://ngf.org
National High School Golf Coaches Association
http://www.nhsgca.org

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MICHIGAN GOLFER ONLINE RESOURCES
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Ezine http://michigangolfer.com
News: http://www.webgolfer.com/news.html
Video: http://michigangolfer.tv
Podcast: http://glsp.com/podcasts.html

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