The Huron Expositor, 1984-06-20, Page 114,4
THE HURON EXOOSiTOR, JUNE 20, 1984 — All
Pro tourney just
ON THE
GREENS
BY CAROLANNE DOIG,
Arnold Palmer and colored television have
done a lot for golf. Although they didn't come
upon the scene at the same time, the
combination of the good looking talented
golfer with personality plus, and later the
close-up color coverage of great golfing
events, led many people to golf courses all
over North America.
I remember Sunday afternoons with Dad
watching tournaments on the old black and
white set. Boring! Hushed voices describing
monocolored golfers in monotone voices.
After each shot there were several seconds of
"air time" when the unseen ball would be
followed through the sky by the camera, as
viewers tried to figure out what that passing
cloud resembled.
Somehow, for non -golfers, this was the
worst of sports coverage, because of our own
lack of interest in the game. It wasn't until
colored television gave us the deep blue of the
sky to find the ball against, the 40 shades of
green found on every golf course, the good
looking suntanned pros, in their colorful
clothing that people in general began sitting
down in front of the telly and following the
golf.
Today, golf coverage is one of the
masterings of sport media presentation. The
staff required to bring the U.S; or Canadian
Open into your living room is tremendous,
coupled with truck loads of equipment, and
experts in every aspect of the game.
Enjoying the game in the airconditioned
comfort of your living room is one of the true
pleasures of our modern living. The instant
replays, color commentary rind close-up shots
of players, along with the new idea of wearing
microphones, gives at home viewers the
feeling of being right in the action. T.V. golf
is a great way to spend a pot so nice afternoon
when you caret be out on the course yourself.
For a really exciting day, it's great to head
for a professional golf tournament and see the
live action close at hand. Living in this area
we are fortunate that many professional
tournaments are within reasonable driving
distance. The Firestone C.C. in Akron, Ohio
is not all that far away nor is Jack Nicklaus'
course just outside of Columbus, Ohio. There
are tournaments in Michigan and in New
York State too that can be visited easily from
our area.
For many of us though, the big chance to
see the pros play is when they visit Glen
Abbey in Oakville for the Canadian Open.
Just two hours from Seaforth, Glen,,Abbey is
easy to get to and once a year it's nide to take a
day and follow the pros over the exciting and
challenging course.
This year the Canadian Open has been
moved ahead a month to the end of June and
firstof July weekend instead of the usual time
at the endof July. The pros will begin arriving
in Oakville on Monday June 25 and their ,
practice round is Tuesday June 26.
This is also Junior Day and any youngsters
under 18 will beadmitted to the course free of
charge. Juniors will also receive a free golf
holland cool drink at the clinic put orf by some
of the pros. During the day the kids can follow -
their favorites and get autographs, pictures,
and buy some souvenirs. On this day it is an
informal and relaxed atmosphere which will"
allow the juniors a chance to talk with their
favorites before the heat of competition.
Wednesday is the Pro -Am day with
professionals and amateurs teaming up to,
raise money for charities and have some fun,
but on Thursday it gets serious as the first
round of the four day competition begins.
On Friday the field issreduced leaving only.
the top scorers in for thermal two days of play
on Saturday and Sunday. Last year after 72
holes ofplay there was a tie that went several
moreholes before John Cook finally won itt
the exc ting playoff.
Visiting the Canadian Open is not expen-
sive aIf:tay passes can be obtained for just $10
on thel°non-competitive days and $19 on the
day's of the actual tournament. These passes
give -you access to the grounds, the.
concession tents, equipment displays, and
the pro shop. The course itself is something to
see with its many sand traps. steep inclines,
water hazards, and tight fairways. It's really
hard to imagine- that those fellows can get
such low scores on a course like Glen' Abbey.,
If you do decide to head for the Canadian
Open this year or even the Ladies Canadian
Open at St. Georges in Toronto at the end of
July there are a few things that will make your
day more pleasant and productive.
Golf courses are huge expanses of land and
when you arrive at the gate there is no
guarantee that you will see all of the
excitement that is occurring out there. It is
not like entering an arena or stadium. finding
your seat and letting the game unfold before
you. it's really not that simple. It's up to you
to find the action and if you're new at it you
could spend all day wandering around and
never see your favorite player hit a shot. The
rules of thumb when attending a major
golfing event are basic.
'Dress comfortably and for the weather.
Shoes are the most important piece of
clothing since you will be on your feet most of
the time. Cool loose fitting clothing is great
on the hot days and usually it is hot and humid
down in the valley at the Abbey. An umbrella
will not only protect you from the rain but also
from the beating sun, as well as acting as a
walking stick.
Don't bother carting your camera with you
if it is a competitive day since cameras are
only allowed for the practice round and
pro -am. Binoculars are handy for finding the
fellows yoti want to follow an also' for giving
you a close-up on,thc action
A map of the.course Is available' when you
go...through the gate and during the
competition locator boards provide you with
information about where a particular group is
on the course. Pairing sheets will tell you who
is playing with who, What time they teed off
andwhere they are standing score wise. This
information is essential to keep up with the
top players.
Although the course will be roped off to
:prevent fans from streaming onto the
fairways and greens, you will still be able to
get a bird's eye view from the side lines and
Glen Abbey is hilly enough to provide you
with - elevated areas for a great view.
Sometimes it's fun to follow a few groups over
some of the terrain to give you an idea about
the course and hoof it is played.
2 ::.
If you,get a little bred, find a shady spot
beside the green on a'par three and get ready
for some action. Here is your chance to see
some. great shots and maybe even a hole in
one. Later you may want to find a spot near
the 18th or finishing hole and see each group
as they come in. This is where many of the
fans like tosit and relax, while watching the
last couple of tough holes. •
Tents are available with refreshments:
iunehes, and souvenirs, Remember never to
run; or make unnecessary noises, while the
players are playing. Always cross the
fairways at the cross over points and treat the
players and the course with respect. Visiting
the'Canadian Open is a great way for young
and old to enjoy a day of great golf and believe
'me it is entertaining.
There are still a fewseats available for the
'busto.the Canadian Open on June 26 leaving
sere at 8 a;m ; juniors and adults are invited
to signup right,awayy. Our trip to see the lady
pros is set for July 28 and anyone interested
must sign by June 26.
Winners -at last week's men's night were
Karl Teichert and Pete Jansen, while Dave
Ellis won -the golf balls. Ladies night winners
were Gail Turner, Gail Price, Betty Watson,
Mary Doig, Kathy Turnbull, and C.A. Doig.
Everyone was a winner though as Ken Doig
helped us with a chipping clinic, so we should
be getting lots of chip ins now.
On Tuesday the Optimist sponsored Junior
Golf Tournament was a great success with
about 30 youngsters competing. After golf
the hotdogs and pop went down well.
Winners in the divisions that go . on to
Chatham in July were Ray Anstett Jr., Dave
Campbell, Dave Akey, Ron Pryce, Sean
'Cook, Brian Cook, Deb Core, Jennifer Watt,
and Allyson Scott, while Mike Watt won the
under 10 section.
;. The Firemen's Two Ball was a great
success with 98 golfers taking part. Bonnie
.Bedard and Jim Watson were the winners
wbileBetty Watson wop closest to the pin and
Jerrjr'Cooper had the longest drive.
This Saturday afternoon the Seaforth
Legion Mixed Two ball gets underway at 2
p.m. On Monday night the ladies are hosting
Mitchell, Listowel and Wingham and Tues-
day Jupe 2fi we head for the Canadian Open. I
gue"ss summer, is here.
SEAFORTH SOCCER -A new trophy for the
Junior house league champions was dedi-
cated to the memory of the late Robert Ste.
Marie, a former coach of Seaforth and area
Ladies recreational softball
season is in full swing
In Ladies Recreational Softball action on
June 5 the early game saw Ken Smith Pools
win over McNichols 16-6.
Hitting for the winning team was Patty Ann
Gridzak 3 doubles, Mary Margaret Nash. 2
doubles and'Diane. Gridzak 1 triple.
Linda Van Dyk bit a triple for McNichols.
In the late game K. Murray defeated the
Queens 7-5.
Linda Gridzak and Rose Bisback. hit 2
doubles apice for K. Murray while Judy
Scarrow and Cathy Coombs hit doubles for
the Queens.
soccer players. Sibyl Miller accepted the
trophy -for the league from Anne Ste. Marie.
(Hundertmark photo)
rmbro Arctic a winner
BY i.OIS GIBBINGS
Armbro Arctic, owned by Stewart McCall
of Seaforth, was a winner of a $10;300 page
_at Greenwood Raceway on Jung 8, timed in
1:57.4, while J.D•.'s Davidlmished third in
a 1:57.4 mile on June 4.
Another horse from the same -stable,
Results of Ladies Recreational Softball
games of June 12 are as follows:
In the 6:45 game Ken Murray and Ken
Smith Pools met with the end result 12-6 for
K. Murray.
Linda Brown hit •a triple for the winning
team while Patty Ann Gridzak belted 2
doubles for Ken Smith.
In the late game the Queens and McNichols
played with McNichols winning their first
game of the season with a score of 11-10.
STANDINGS
T PTS.
0 10
0 2
0
0 2
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K. Murray
Queens
Ken Smith
McNichols
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5 0
2 3
1 3
1 . 3
K. Murray
Queens
Ken Smith
McNichols
STANDINGSW L T PTS.
4 0 0 8
2 2 0 4
1 2 0 2
0 3 0 0
Fergus Hanover, took second in -a 1:58 mile
at Kingston Raceway on June 3 in the first
Ontario Sires Stakes event of the year for
three -year -bid colt pacers.
On Wednesday night at London, Joellas
Knight, owned by Bill Bennett of Seaforth,
finished third in a 2:06.3 mile.
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