Harry Horton, Golf’s All-Time Gentleman…

Garnet & Harry, two love birds forever...

Garnet & Harry, two love birds forever…

The world lost a dear soul today and Heaven is more special with Harry Horton teeing off there late this afternoon, embracing his new life. If you knew Harry Horton you knew that he transcended both worlds- a generous soul, always thinking of others and the truest gentleman I have ever known. My heart goes out to his widow Garnet who, like the precious gemstone, is the pretty version of Harry (not that he wasn’t a handsome man) with such a loving and gentle spirit. Their love for each other was so special that all in their presence felt it. I remember the crystal ball that hung over their kitchen sink, how it radiated all the colors of the rainbow. Their love was like that, it made everyone feel accepted and special.

The Three Musketeers in knickers!

The Three Musketeers in knickers!

I remember the day I met Harry walking out to join his group at Cherokee CC in Madison, Wisconsin. I went there after meeting Dick Donovan, the world’s foremost bibliographer of golf’s written word and being introduced to the Golf Collector’s Society (GCS). As I reached the par-3 fifth hole I saw this gentleman in knickers sink a 25-foot putt for a deuce with a hickory-shafted putter. From that moment on Harry and I knew we were “kindred spirits” as we share the same day of birth- the 15th of October. His birth year was the same as my mother’s- 1924. We would all be blessed to live the 89 years of life like Harry Horton did. God bless him and his dear departed soul tonight.

I just did a search on my PC for Harry and the list is rather long. Soon after we met there was the road trip home from the GCS show in Dayton, Ohio in January with the Horton’s and Joe and Elaine DeWulf. I drove Joe’s van and we had a merry time even though it was a few weeks after Christmas.

Harry Horton, Mr. Hickory Golfer.

Harry Horton, Mr. Hickory Golfer.

There was the time Harry flew to my hometown of Binghamton, New York. Why? Just because he was my friend and wanted to see my hometown and the golf course I grew up on- Ely Park Municipal Golf Course. We spent time with Dick Donovan and my brother “LP” who is a Cornell University golf course architect, trained in the same curriculum as Robert Trent Jones Sr. We played one of the golf courses Larry redesigned. What fun we had- four amigos- the book guy, the hickory club guy, the architect and me!

I read once that there is an old Chinese proverb that every 40 year old man needs an 80 year old man for a friend and every 80 year old man needs a 40 year man for a friend. Harry and I are 35 years apart and having known him for the last twelve years I could not agree more.

Harry was the world’s foremost restorer of Hickory-shafted golf clubs. I can go on-and-on but will let the pictures do a little talking too.

Harry Horton taught me a lot about restoring hickory clubs and a lot more about how to live and enjoy life. Good bye for now, I love you!

Harry Horton taught me a lot about restoring hickory clubs and a lot more about how to live and enjoy life. Good bye for now, I love you!

Of course there are tears and sadness tonight but more importantly there is an overwhelming sense of gratitude for having known Harry Horton the way I and many others did. There is that old golf joke about there being good news and bad news. The good news is that there are unbelievable nice golf courses in Heaven. The bad news is that you have a tee time tomorrow morning. If that is God’s will for me then so be it as I look forward to teeing it up some day with Harry, my dad and Uncle George among others. But until then, when I can (are there Scottish pubs in Lima Peru?), I will find a Guinness and toast my dear friend and kindred spirit Harry Horton.

The “Journey to Olympic Golf” started at the Glen Echo Country Club in St’ Louis playing with my hickory clubs (rather Harry’s). This journey has always been inspired by Harry’s love of golf and life. In fact one the earliest versions was to have Harry and Jack Fleck join in on the hickory golf kickoff. So let’s make it official, this “Journey to Olympic Golf” is hereby officially dedicated to Harry Horton!

God Bless you Harry Horton and a big hug to you Garnet!

Perry Dye in El Salvador at El Encanto

I had the distinct pleasure to meet and interview Perry Dye in San Salvador, El Salvador. Here is a three-part video interview where Perry tells stories about how golf came to the Dye Family, explains his passion and mission in life and shares the vision of golf in the future.

CLICK here for Video Interview with Pete Dye Part 1 of 3   How golf found the Dye Family.

CLICK here for Video Interview with Pete Dye Part 2 of 3   Perry’s Passion & Mission in Life.

CLICK here for Video Interview with Pete Dye Part 3 of 3  Drive Dye’s Designs in Central America.

 

Dye Designs has established a worldwide reputation for unique, environmentally sensitive, ecological, championship, resort and public golf courses.

Perry Dye (excerpted from www.DyeDesigns .com)

perry Perry Dye is the elder son in a family whose contributions have become an integral part of the history and tradition of golf course design and construction.  In 1922, Perry’s grandfather designed and constructed a nine hole golf course in Urbana, Ohio.  This is where Perry’s father, Pete Dye, grew up and received his early training. This heritage, which began in the Midwestern United States, has been carried from generation to generation and has provided the foundation for the creation of some of the world’s finest golf courses.

All members of the Dye family have contributed their unique talents and knowledge to the improvement of the game.  Altogether Perry, his father Pete, his mother Alice and his younger brother P.B. have placed the “Dye” name on over 200 courses around the world.  Golfers enjoy over 4 million rounds of golf per year on Perry Dye/Dye Designs golf courses alone.

Perry began his apprenticeship under his father at the early age of 12.  Perry’s tutelage began at Crooked Stick Golf Club in Carmel, IN, and The Golf Club in Columbus, OH, and continued at other Midwest courses until the early 70s.  During his college years, Perry worked on the construction of such well known courses as Oak Tree Golf Club in Edmond, OK;  The Country Club of Colorado in Colorado Springs, CO;  and Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic.  Full-time work in golf course design and construction began in the 80s, with Plum Creek Golf and Country Club in Castle Rock, CO;  Glenmoor Country Club in Cherry Hills Village, CO; Riverdale Dunes in Brighton, CO;  and Rancho Santa Fe Farms Golf Club in  Rancho Santa Fe, CA.

During his travels and work in the golf industry, Perry recognized the growing demand and market for worldwide golf services and challenging Dye golf courses.  Realizing there were no companies in the industry that could provide technical assistance and expertise to land developers/owners in creating golf operations that would enhance the environment and the community, Dye Designs went international in 1986.

Perry first took Dye Designs to Japan in 1986 and has since been involved in the design, construction and maintenance of 22 courses there.  Perry realized that golf courses can be a catalyst for bridging the gap between cultures and countries.  Designs for and completed golf course projects in Taiwan, Thailand, Japan, Korea, Australia, Austria, Spain, Germany, Brazil, Mexico, Guatemala, Panama, Honduras, and the United States are keeping Dye Designs busy around the globe.  The logging of millions of air miles are an indication of the amount of time Perry devotes to visiting projects to ensure that every detail of the design gives the course the Dye trademark of excellence.

Perry’s dedication and contributions to golf are evidenced by his work to promote the growth and economic structure of the golf course industry through mutual cooperation and support of allied industry and professional groups, civic organizations, and the general public.  Perry has been a featured speaker at conferences held throughout the world on various topics that affect golf course design and construction.

Dye Designs has received several awards of recognition for entrepreneurial leadership and contributions to the growth of business in the state of Colorado, including Colorado Company of the Year in both 1988 and 1989.

In March, 1996, Perry O. Dye was accepted into the prestigious American Society of Golf Course Architects (ASGCA).  The Society states, “A member of the American Society of Golf Course Architects is one by virtue of his/her knowledge of the game, training, experience, vision and inherent ability, in all ways qualified to design and prepare specifications for a course of functional and aesthetic perfection.  An ASGCA member is further qualified to execute and oversee the implementation on the ground of the plans and specifications to create an enjoyable layout that challenges golfers of all abilities and exemplifies the highest standards and traditions of golf.  He/she will counsel in all phases of the work to protect the best interest of the client.”

Perry 0. Dye is unique among golf course architects in his participation and support of the Golf Course Builders Association of America (GCBAA).  Perry is a Charter Member and past president of the association.  In 2004, Perry received the inaugural Perry Dye Award, which honors “exceptional individuals who have unselfishly contributed their influence to foster positive changes for the association and have continually endeavored to make it better.”

Dye Designs has established a working relationship with many of the “certified golf course builders” who are members of the GCBAA.  These companies have been certified by the GCBAA as a result of their experience and on-going participation in the golf course construction industry.  Dye Designs will gladly provide introduction to these companies during the cost estimation and bidding phase of the golf course project.

Perry was recently recognized by the country of Guatemala for his contributions to the tourist industry. To contact Perry, email him at perry@dyedesigns.com.

Jack Fleck, 1955 United States Open Champion

With Carmen & Jack Fleck at the Outback Steakhouse in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

With Carmen & Jack Fleck at the Outback Steakhouse in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

Right after starting the “Journey to Olympic Golf” at Glen Echo CC in St. Louis I headed south to Fort Smith, Arkansas to visit my friend Jack Fleck and his wife Carmen. I first met Jack and his buddy (and now my Czech mate) Ed Tallach at the 2008 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines. We met again at the 2010 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach where I interviewed Jack and since then we have always seen each other at The Masters as well. I was excited to interview Mr. Fleck again to capture his insights on the “spirit of golf within” as I felt that he, as well as anybody, had that special feeling when he won the U.S. Open at the Olympic Club in 1955.

Jack Fleck at lunch at Hardscrabble CC.

Jack Fleck at lunch at Hardscrabble CC.

Jack gave me all the time in the world for our interview early the next morning. His life in golf started as a caddie at age 14 during the Great Depression when he traveled 14 miles to get to the golf course. Immediately after high school he declared himself a “pro” and combined managing golf courses as a “golf professional” with traveling south during the winters to compete as a “professional golfer.” He spoke about his devotion to the game and his evolution into an “ambassador for golf.”

 

CLICK here for the VIDEO INTERVIEW with Jack Fleck, the 1955 United States Open Champion.

With Jack Fleck and Jeremy Moe at Hardscrabble CC.

With Jack Fleck and Jeremy Moe at Hardscrabble CC.

Jack drove me over to Hardscrabble CC in Fort Smith, Arkansas to introduce me to his friend Jeremy Moe, the Head Golf Professional. He wanted to give me a tour of his home golf course. I wanted to meet Jeremy and see Hardscrabble CC too. In addition I wanted to get a golf lesson from Jack, something I had dreamed of doing for the last 20 years since I saw an article where it noted he lived in Northwest Arkansas and gave golf lessons. If Jack Fleck is a stand-up golfer, a lover of the game and quite proficient at it (an understatement) then Jeremy Moe is his younger version. What a great guy! You can tell immediately there is something very special about him and Hardscrabble CC. I like that Jack Fleck introduced Jeremy in the video interview and the camera captures a bit of the special friendship between these two men.

CLICK here for VIDEO INTERVIEW with Jeremy Moe, Head Golf Professional at Hardscrabble CC.

Jack driving me around Hardscrabble CC.

Jack driving me around Hardscrabble CC.

What a treat to have Jack Fleck give me a personal tour of Hardscrabble CC. If Fort Smith, Arkansas is home to Jack Fleck (it is) then the Hardscrabble club is like his personal golf library or his favorite room in the house. As host of the LPGA and the Web.com Tour for 13 years (last in 2010 when called the Nationwide Tour) this golf course is a world class venue tough enough for the pros and enjoyable for the members. Jack loves trees and the trees and pleasant terrain at Hardscrabble make for a refreshing walk in the natural outdoors every round.

CLICK here for the VIDEO of Andy’s golf lesson with Jack Fleck.

Presenting a Champion at Olympic CC with an Olympic Golf Gold Medal.

Presenting a Champion at Olympic CC with an Olympic Golf Gold Medal.

What a treat to have a golf lesson with Jack Fleck, the 1955 United States Open Champion! What a great sense of humor this man has. Of course I hit a right-to-left shot and after seeing my swing his comment was “I hope it was a dogleg left!” I will always remember his summary comment of “you have a good swing and you should play more.” I will take his advice for sure. For the record and in response to Jack’s concern that I might not get to play much on the “Journey to Olympic Golf.” In hindsight it was a disguised golf trip where I played 42 times on 35 different golf courses!

CLICK here for VIDEO of Jack Fleck receiving an Olympic Golf Gold Medal.

Having come to Jack’s place directly from the Glen Echo CC in St. Louis an idea came to me on the drive south (unfortunately along with a speeding ticket for Torch). The wonderful folks at Glen Echo gave me a full-sized replica of the 1904 Olympic Golf Gold Medal. I realized Jack and his generation missed the opportunity to play golf in the Olympics. I knew that he won the U.S. Open at the Olympic Club and that club was named for and based on the modern Olympics which started in 1896. I thought it proper that Jack receive the Olympic Golf Gold Medal so I presented it to him just before saying good bye and leaving him at Hardscrabble CC.

Here are the pictures  and more stories in the captions from my visit with Jack and his wife Carmen in Fort Smith, Arkansas. What an honor and privilege!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Charlie Epps, Houston’s Preeminent Golf Professional

I spent the last two days interviewing Charlie Epps, also known as “The Golf Doctor” and the longtime coach, friend and trainer of two-time major champion Angel Cabrera. Charlie is a fascinating, generous and endearing sort of guy and I can easily see why he is such teaching golf professional and coach that can help professional golfers to the highest level.

I realized that as the “Journey to Olympic Golf” goes through Mexico, Central & South America there is only one World Golf Hall of Famer on the way- Argentina’s Roberto De Vicenzo. He was Charlie’s idol as he himself grew up in Argentina from age nine to twenty-one. Cabrera is likely to be the second Hall of Famer from Argentina.

Interestingly, Charlie did a similar road trip to the “Journey to Olympic Golf,” driving from Oakland, California to Buenos Aires, Argentina with some friends in 1967.

Here is a video interview I did with Charlie at Redstone

More videos, pictures, & posts coming… what would you like me to write about?

 

Interviewing 10 Champions Tour Players about Golf’s Olympic Spirit

Andy Reistetter with Mike Hulbert at the Champions Tour's AT&T Championship at TPC San Antonio.

Andy Reistetter with Mike Hulbert at the Champions Tour’s AT&T Championship at TPC San Antonio.

I have much to update on my thoughts on what defines the “Olympic Spirit of Golf and Golfers” with an Olympic visit to Atlanta, playing Glen Echo CC, host to the 1904 Golf Olympics, being with U.S. Open Champion Jack Fleck, being around the spirit of Byron Nelson at the Fours Seasons Resort & Club Dallas and Bloggers, Breakfast & Birdies (Twitter #BBBatTPC) behind me. I interviewed ten Champions yesterday here at TPC San Antonio and captured much more insight. As I digest these interviews and share what I learned I will begin to put down on paper what is emerging from this Odyssey- the “Olympic Spirit of Golf and Golfers!”

CLICK here for the video interview with Mike Hulbert.

More videos, pictures, & posts coming… what would you like me to write about?

Bess Turk, Woman Golf Spiritualist

CLICK here for VIDEO Interview with Bess Turk, Woman Golf Spiritualist.

CLICK here for Spiritual Golf, Fairway to Heaven, Golf in the Scottish Kingdom

The purpose of this programme is to expand our mastery and enjoyment of the game at whatever level we play. Ultimately, the way we play golf, like any other sport, is about our relationship to ourselves – seeking to enhance our understanding of life and reaching our potential.

Throughout the week, we learn about the ‘inner game’ – gaining insight into our playing strengths that ultimately bring us to our desired level.

The ‘inner game’ is about what goes on beneath the surface – our mental and emotional states not visible to someone watching. Often we may not be aware of them ourselves. Paying clear attention to our ‘inner states’ and external surroundings help us play more rewarding golf.

We work with techniques and approaches that enhance the way we play and enjoy the game.

There is a growing interest worldwide in a more ‘spiritual’ approach to golf, from the rise of Tiger Woods practising meditation and coming from a Buddhist background, to other golf professionals who embrace another dimension of the game beyond the purely technical.

More videos, pictures, & posts coming… what would you like me to write about?

Calvin Peete, 1985 PLAYERS Champion

I sat down and interviewed Calvin Peete on the terrace of the Clubhouse at TPC Sawgrass, Home of THE PLAYERS Championship and Mr. Peete’s biggest victory in the his professional golf career. He was engaging, humble and very interesting. Afterwards we went out to the back of the practice range where he hit the golf ball with a hickory-shafted golf club for the first time!

CLICK here for VIDEO Interview with Calvin Peete (Part 1).

CLICK here for VIDEO Interview with Calvin Peete (Part 2)

More videos, pictures, & posts coming… what would you like me to write about?

 

 

 

Jennifer Salles-Cunha with an Olympic Swimmer Perspective

CLICK here to see video of Jennifer Salles-Cunha Interview

Andy Reistetter interviewing Jennifer Salles-Cunha.

Andy Reistetter interviewing Jennifer Salles-Cunha.

I have always said Ponte Vedra Beach is the World Capital of Golf with the PGA TOUR headquartered here, THE PLAYERS and the nearby World Golf Hall of Fame. I thought I needed to go on a 13,000 mile journey to define the ‘Olympic Spirit for Golfers’ when in reality it has been in my own back yard. Along with recent experiences, the HEAL and First Tee events at the Clubhouse and being with Mike Reeder, ParaOlympic To Be Golfer Extraordinarie at Sawgrass CC I had an opportunity to interview Jennifer Salles-Cunha who brought an insightful look at what it takes to be an Olympic swimmer.

Connections between golf and swimming? Why not? When I interviewed surfer Kelly Slater he referenced utilizing Ben Hogan’s Five Lessons book and applying some golf techniques to surfing. One thing I realized speaking with Jennifer is that the Olympics all comes down to one day’s performance, there are no second chances. So the mindset of a swimmer and a golfer competing in the Olympics may be more similar than we think.

I first met Jennifer because of her connection with Brazil and Rio de Janeiro. I am happy I spoke with her about the logistics of my trip. But her insight applied to the ‘Olympic Spirit for Goflers’ was really interesting though she was careful to limit her expertise to swimming.

Here are some of my thoughts. She started at age 7 and dedicated her life for the next 13 years to preparing for the Olympic swimming trials in L.A for the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munic. when she was 20. Certainly no regrets there as she is in a perfect place in life coaching in her beloved sport and helping others achieve the Olympic aspiration. Olympic swimming is a ‘lifetime journey.’ So is golf evidence the Tiger Woods phenomenon. I love that you can play golf for a lifetime!

Swimmers, like golfers, need to stay calm and stay loose. As far as wanting adrenalin I think swimmers do and golfers would rather not have it. Though if they have adrenalin in a competitive situation (and most do even Tiger Woods), they need to be aware of it when making club selections.

Good food for thought as I journey to define the ‘Olympic Spirit for Golfers’ on my way to Rio!

Jennifer coached Anthony Ervin at the Canyons Aquatic Club in Santa Clarita, California.   At the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, he won a golf medal in the men’s 50-meter freestyle, and earned a silver medal as a member of the second-place U.S. relay team in the 4×100-meter freestyle event. He is the first swimmer of African American descent to medal in Olympic swimming (Wiki reference).

Jennifer also helps Stroke Victims at the UNF:

The lead trainer for the swim clinic is Jennifer Wish Salles-Cunha, who trained under two Hall of Fame coaches. She held many national records as an age-group swimmer and went on to several Senior National Championships and the U.S. Olympic Trials. She has produced Olympic Gold medalist Anthony Ervin, 16 nationally top-ranked swimmers as well as junior and senior national qualifiers.

 

 

Mike Reeder, Inspiring Paralympic Golfer in 2020

 

Interviewing Mike Reeder at Sawgrass CC after he played in a Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) fundraising event.

Interviewing Mike Reeder at Sawgrass CC after he played in a Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) fundraising event.

I had an opportunity to meet someone extraordinary today—Mike Reeder who plays competitive golf from a wheelchair. That is at least most of the time. Inside 60 yards and on the green he walks on his knees to pitch, chip and putt. Though a physical phenom, what is remarkable is his demeanor, wit and ability to live life to its fullest in the present moment. Ever have a touch of self-pity? Get over it and get to know this man. While he is hoping for golf to come to the Paralympics in 2020 like it is coming to the Summer Olympics in 2016, I think his attitude, perspective and spirit will be right there with the Olympic golfers in Rio de Janeiro.

CLICK here for the VIDEO Interview with Mike Reeder at Sawgrass CC

Listen to the birds tweeting in this interview and the words of Mike Reeder, a man who shot 79 on the Old Course and 77 on the Jubilee Course in St. Andrews, Scotland. What is his secret to being happy in life and on the golf course? It takes trial & error and to play within yourself. Find out what changed his life.

CLICK here for VIDEO of Mike Reeder teeing off and carrying his team!

CLICK here for VIDEO of Mike Reeder’s pre-shot routine teeing off on a par-3!

CLICK here for VIDEO of Mike Reeder’s pre-shot routine putting on the green!

CLICK here for link to Mike Reeder’s website ForeWheel Golf.com

CLICK Here for ESPN’s Ben Houser’s article & video on Mike Reeder playing the Old Course!

Okay enough clicking! A couple of more thoughts on Mike and his golf game. He has only one spike- the one he uses to anchor his wheelchair to the ground. We have anywhere from 7 to 10 on each of our shoes. The length of his putter is 18 inches and is legal per USGA rules. He makes Robert Garrigus look like he is using a long putter. Mike is a funny guy commenting after the round that “I am going to change wheelchairs and get into something a little more comfortable.

Mike Reeder has his name on his golf bag for a reason!

Mike Reeder has his name on his golf bag for a reason!

Mike gave me a lot of food for thought as I search for the meaning of Olympic Spirit for Golfers. He wears some of it right there for all of us to see- his patriotic shirt. So yes playing for your country, patriotism is surely a part of the Olympic Spirit. I liked when Mike said “you don’t have to be in a military uniform to be a patriot.” With the Olympics though there is less of a sense of competition among nations as there is an individual or a team striving to do their very best, perhaps set a new world or Olympic record to prove we have grown, we have advanced during the last four years.

For me, that is the story of Mike Reeder. Being the best we can be this very day given and accepting where we are in life. Maybe something tragic happens to us, maybe it doesn’t in our lifetime. Either way we search and find out who we are, what our talents are, what our contributions to the world are to be and simply be the person we were meant to be. Mike is right there for all to see, play golf with and enjoy time spent together. Like I said in the video I think it will be difficult to find a more inspiring person to meet as I go on the “Journey to Olympic Golf.”

As a postscript to this article Mike played the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass the next day and shot an 85 with a flat tire. Astounding performance! I am now on record as believing Mike will play in the 2020 Golf Paralympics! He deserves the opportunity to compete at that level, same as Tiger Woods in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

Sawgrass CC, an idyllic place to live, play golf and meet great people!

Sawgrass CC, an idyllic place to live, play golf and meet great people!

One quick plug for Sawgrass CC where their slogan “Ocean to Green and Everything in Between” rings true. From their oceanfront beach club to 27 holes of championship golf where five PLAYERS Championships were played between 1977 and 1981 before TPC Sawgrass was built this is the golfing community in Northeast Florida. Celebrating their 40th anniversary in 2014, please call Janet Collins at 904.273.3708 and click this link to go to the Sawgrass CC website.

Mike Reeder is a man on the move with wheelchair in tow!

Mike Reeder is a man on the move with wheelchair in tow!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mike Reeder Andy Reiistetter Sawgrass CC

An enjoyable day on the links at Sawgrass CC with Mike Reeder.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CLICK here for the link to the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF).

Here are some pictures from their signature event- The Sand Diego Triathlon Challenge:

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2013 The First Tee’s Taste Of Golf in the TPC Sawgrass Clubhouse, an Art Gallery!

The Clubhouse at TPC Sawgrass, an art gallery!

The Clubhouse at TPC Sawgrass, an art gallery!

Something I never saw before… The Clubhouse at TPC  Sawgrass turned into an art gallery by Unity Plaza Jax’s own Jen Jones… Artists galore, tasty food and another A-PLUS event at TPC Sawgrass… all for the kids of The First Tee of North Florida! (Facebook Post with 5 Pics, Andy Reistetter, 9/26/13)

Artist Will Dickey, Unity Plaza Jacksonville’s Jen Jones and yours truly.

The Clubhouse at TPC Sawgrass, an art gallery!

Artist Paul Ladnier creating on site!

Lady Artist from Pebble Beach Suzanne McCourt, the little girl in the red dress!

Lady Artist from Pebble Beach Suzanne McCourt, the little girl in the red dress!

Lady Artist from Pebble Beach Suzanne McCourt, the little girl in the red dress!

Mr. & Mrs. ’59’ (now ‘58’ too!), Tabitha & Jim Furyk getting the artists rendition of the Hogan pieces from Suzanne McCourt

That Lady Artist from Pebble Beach is coming back to Ponte Vedra Beach for the The First Tee of North Florida fundraiser 8th Annual TASTE OF GOLF at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach… it will be an exceptional night this Wednesday, September 25th… hope to see you there and at the Web.com Tour Championship this week! (Facebook Post with 1 Pic, Andy Reistetter, 9/23/13)

In honor of the PGA "The First Tee" Fundraiser this week, I invite you to experience the moment where Art and Golf come together.

In honor of the PGA “The First Tee” Fundraiser this week, I invite you to experience the moment where Art and Golf come together.

 

 

 

 

 

Artist Will Dickey, Unity Plaza Jacksonville's Jen Jones and yours truly.

Artist Will Dickey, Unity Plaza Jacksonville’s Jen Jones and yours truly.

Artist Paul Ladnier creating on site!

Artist Paul Ladnier creating on site!

Mr. & Mrs. '59' (now ‘58’ too!), Tabitha & Jim Furyk getting the artists rendition of the Hogan pieces from Suzanne McCourt

Mr. & Mrs. ’59’ (now ‘58’ too!), Tabitha & Jim Furyk getting the artists rendition of the Hogan pieces from Suzanne McCourt