Top Sports Callers of the Decade

Anyone who knows me knows without question I am a sucker for a dramatic sports call. Obviously this whole blog was spawned from my boy Jim Nantz and his cheese whiz covered one-liners. Placing Jim aside, the following are the top 3 sports announcers (aside from Jim of course) that made a dramatic impact in the decade.


3. Dan Hicks – This guy came on really strong as the decade progressed. He was always a solid golf announcer but at the 2008 US Open he went from solid to legendary. As Tiger Woods dropped that 10 footer on the 18th green to force an 18 hole playoff with Rocco Mediate, Hicks was the voice of the moment. As the ball curled around and into the hole and Woods and the crowd were basked in insanity Hicks delivered a line that will no doubt be the sound of that moment when he exclaimed, “Expect anything different!?!”


Only two months later came the 2008 Olympic games and Hicks was on the call of all swimming events with Rowdie Gaines. The Water Cube in Beijing was the venue for the best event of the 08 summer games. The US were underdogs to France in the 4 x 100m freestyle relay. And going into the anchor leg the US was one full body length behind the French, until Jason Lezak did what Rowdie Gaines called the most “incredible relay split ever seen.” And fortunately enough Hicks was there to capture the moment. Lezak began to catch Alain Bernard of France (as Hicks discussed the US securing silver) and then all of a sudden as Lezak made a strong move Hicks screamed, “Here comes Lezak!” In the background Gaines began to yell, “He’s locking, he’s locking up;” in reference to Bernard. And as they touched the wall and the US lit up as number one and new world record; and Phelps, Lezak, Weber-Gale, and Jones were going crazy; Hick’s delivered a message to the French when he bellowed out, “Who’s talking now!”


2. Verne Lundquist – Verne has been a sports voice of a generation on CBS. College Football, Golf, and College Basketball are his forte. My favorite College Football moment with Verne happened in a 2006 game in The Swamp between Florida and LSU. The Gators were at the one yard line ready for Tim Tebow to punch it in when he did something crazy…The Jump Pass. But as Gary Danielson and the Gator faithful were scrambling trying to figure out what was happening, Lundquist was all over it with a quickly stated “Jump pass” as soon as Tebow took one step back. Although in my mind that play hadd’nt been seen since the 1947 Army / Navy game, Lundquist remembers the good old days of football. Classic.


But Lundquist may be best known for arguably the best call in the past 20 years. I usually try to YouTube this clip once a week if I can find the time. Tiger Woods stimied behind the storied 16th green at Augusta National in the final round of the 2005 Masters, he executed one of the most amazing shots in the history of the game, which led to one of the best calls ever. The ball was chipped to the top of the slope and as the ball curled around and started its descent down the hill there was a small but apparent buzz in the crowd. As the ball got closer and closer to hole the buzz grew more and more. The ball came to rest for a split second just short of the hole before finally rolling over and disappearing the Nike Swoosh to the bottom of the cup. The crowd exploded and wrapped up in the pageantry of the moment Lundquist exclaimed something as good as his, “Yessir” in the 1986 Masters. He started with a classic Verne, “Oh Wow!” And then uttered one of my favorite lines of all time when he yelled, “In your life, have you seen anything like that!” The moment was slightly ruined by the uncoordination of caddie Steve Williams failure to execute a simple high five. What a douchebag.


1. Gus Johnson – I love Gus, plain and simple. He is without a doubt the most enthusiastic most entertaining announcer in sports. Although he has had great moments in NFL football he is best known for his work in College Basketball. His first year at CBS in his first NCAA Tournament he called Princetons upset of defending National Champion UCLA, a little foreshadowing I would say. I could describe Gus’ calls for pages and pages, but I’ll just mention a few of my favorites: “Slipper stillllll fits!” “Lewis, he’s been awesommme!” “And we’re going to overtime…Innn Lexington…Haha.” “Sylvesterrrrrr, OHHHHHH” “Sorrentine hit that one from the parking lot!” “He banked in a three!” “Larry Bird…Maybe.”


Gus’ best call came in the Sweet 16 of the West Region at “The Pond” in Anaheim in the 2006 NCAA Tournament. Gonzaga led UCLA by 17 points in the late first half, only to let the lead deteriorate in the second half. And with 19 seconds left in a one point game, television gold was struck. The energy and intensity of Gus was so prevalent, that it rubbed off on the usually stoic Len Elmore. There is absolutely no way of capturing the essence in words but here are my fovorite quotes from this epic moment. “And a steal! Farmar! Inside! The freshmannnn…up OHHHH! And they go in front! Ravio, last chance to dance!” “Oh, what a game! What-A-Game! UCLA!” (all with Len repeating ‘Unbelievable’ and finishing with, ‘Are you kidding me!?!’) “After being down by 17…Heart, Break, City! 2.6 to go UCLA has climbed the mountain!” (with a classic Len ‘Holy Mackerel’) “(Interrupting Len) In the front court…Batista with the Caaaaaetch! That’s it! What a comeback! UCLA defeats Gonzaga, 73-71, after being down by 17!” In a 2008 interview with Michael Smith, Gus claimed that he might have gone a little overboard with the call. I beg to differ. Forget “Do You Believe in Miricles” this was the most amazing call in the history of sports.

Hughes...Huge Loss

As a year or era comes to an end, we as a society like to reflect back on events, people, and memories made in that particular time period. I think we like to finalize things, as it makes it easier to move on to the next step. 2009 was known for a lot of things in a lot of different themes and genres; but what most people can agree on, is that within Pop Culture it was the year of influential deaths.

The real shot that got everyone talking was Michael Jackson who was a legend of his era and industry. But there were plenty others that were talked about in their own right. Ed McMahon, Patrick Swayze, Farrah Fawcett, Ted Kennedy, Marilyn Chambers, David Carradine, Bea Arthur, Billy Mays, Chris Henry, and many others who are and will be missed and certainly remembered.

But we lost another cultural genius this year in writer, director and producer John Hughes. Inevitably you have seen at least one, and I assume even more, of Hughes films in you're time. In the 80's he made his mark with films focused on teenage angst and coming of age. His films always had a comedic drama, and had a way of standing the test of time.

Just look at the characters that have spawned from Hughes brilliance. Clark W. Griswold, John Bender, Samantha Baker, Duckie, Richard Vernon, Blaine McDonnagh, Andrew Clark, Ferris Beuller, Kevin McCallister, Brian Johnson, Wyatt Donnally, Jake Ryan, Cameron Frye, Carl the Janitor, Andie Walsh, Long Duk Dong, Claire Standish, Sloan Peterson, Cousin Eddie, Allsion Reynolds, Steff (my all-time fav) among many many more.

So if you have some time over the next few days, take Pretty in Pink or The Breakfast Club or Weird Science or Sixteen Candles or one of the Vacation movies or even Home Alone, and place at least one in your Netflix queue so you can remember the comfort of a Hughes film. And after that you will no doubt realize that in 2009 we lost an icon in the industry of film.

"WE ARE RUNNING OUT OF TIME!!!"

Time Warner ugh...

These clowns have made my life difficult on more than one occasion over the years. Whether it was a faulty digital box, my DVR not working and the whole struggle with an agreement to carry the Big Ten Network in Columbus Ohio, TWC has been at the forefront of a lot of my angry F-Bombs.

And now it is no surprise that going into 2010 TWC has pissed me off again. They are in a contract dispute with Fox (aka News Corp aka Rupert Murdock) regarding the all mighty dollar. TWC does not want to pay the extra cash that Fox is requesting and in the matter of two days in the Columbus Ohio market we could wake up in the morning without Fox, F/X, Speed, Fox Soccer and Rox Reality.

Now most of those channels I could care less about, but Fox I can't live without, especially this time of year. As season premires roll out the much anticipated return of Jack Bauer is in jeopardy. If I miss 24 because some suit wants to line his pockets with more cash, then I might just do something irrational.



Good thing It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia is over for the season or I would be even more angry. Time Warner just needs to sack up and do the right thing.

LPGA Pro of the Week - Week of 12/28

As we step into 2010 it is well documented that the LPGA has fallen on tough times so in order to boost a little moral amongst the ladies on tour, Jimothy will do a weekly profile on one of the tours finest.



Our first profile is 24 year old Floridian Brittany Lincicome. Brit is the defending Kraft Nabisco Champion (LPGA's first major) and 3 time winner on tour (see 2006 Match Play and 2007 Ginn Open). 2009 was Brittany's finest season as she enjoyed her first major along with a winning spot on the Solheim Cup. She was considered the bounce back player of the year as she was absolutely dreadful for her standards in 2008. She is known for her super long drives and lack of consistancy with the putter. She had the shot of the year in 09 sticking her second shot on the par 5 18th to within five feet and a tournament winning eagle. I look for big things from Brittany in 2010.

Can't Read, Can't Write, Kent State Still in the Masters

Congrats Mr. Ben Curtis. With the moratorium expired for a Masters invite from your 2003 Open Championship, you sacked up in 2009 just enough. With the final World Golf Rankings coming out this week; Curtis finished 50th, right on the line by just hundreths of a point better then Fidel capped Ryan Moore. Although I grew up just down the road from the home of the Golden Flashes I have no affiliation and actually no love for Kent State University. But it's good to see that Curtis is not just a one hit wonder and can continue his success even after exemptions begin to expire.

2010 PGA Tour Preview

This offeseason has gone from just regular yearning for Hawaii to full out anticipation to see what is going to transpire moving forward. Although the talk about Tiger will continue to dominate the early season, I’m interested to see what will happen with the actual play. The early season has never been a real active time for Tiger, so we won’t see much of a change on the West Coast swing. He usually makes his debut at Torrey Pines, which I know will not happen this year. In fact, I don’t think he will participate at all out west, including even the Accenture Match Play. If I had to guess I think Tiger will return at either the CA Championship, but probably more likely at Bay Hill.

As for the season itself, I’m telling you it’s going to be the year of…The Tiger! Again. Woods will bounce back stronger than ever and will be in contention to win the Grand Slam. Look at the courses we’re playing at and tell me you don’t agree: Augusta, Pebble Beach, St. Andrews and Whistling Straits. Tiger has dominated a Major field in the past at 3 out of the 4 venues. So I’m telling you, if it’s possible, this could be the year for redemption.

Here are my champion picks for the main 2010 tournaments:

Accenture Match Play – Rory McIlroy. This up and coming, in my opinion within five years, world number two will make his first big splash in the States in 2010. He plays with no fear and has the game that suits match play. I love his chances to conquer the 64 man Tigerless field.

CA Championship – Sean O’Hair. He seems like the perfect candidate to tame the Blue Monster. He has had success in the past in the State of Florida. And If my anticipation is right that Tiger will sit this one out, he has the skills to win a big time tournament.

The Masters – Tiger Woods. In his first big appearance on the main stage Tiger will do what Tiger does, namely win championships. He loves Augusta almost as much as I do, and I know redemption will taste sweet when ‘El Pato’ helps him into his 5th green jacket.

The Players Championship – Camilo Villegas. Probably one of the most recognizable young players on the Tour. He has a way about him that makes him easy to like. He has won the Tour Championship in 08, and if he can win at Sawgrass, it will no doubt eclipse that victory.

U.S. Open – Paul Casey. This guy finally got a win in the States in 09 in Houston, and will build on that stong with a major in 2010. He’s got the game to win and I know a lot of people, including his coach Peter Kostis, are waiting for him to put it together. I think this will be the year he gets it.

The Open Championship – Tiger Woods. A second major for Tiger and the contraversy will begin to slow down. You can basically count The Old Course at St. Andrews in the mix as one of his bitches. If there is one major championship combination that is almost a lock, it is Tiger at St. Andrews.

Bridgestone Invitational – Phil Mickelson. I know I know this tournament is Tiger’s to lose, and he will this year. It’s tough to go a whole season without a big win from ‘Lefty’ so I dreamed up a tournament that most wouldn’t pick him to win and…voila there’s your Firestone champion.

PGA Championship – Henrik Stensen. This docile Swede has the game, length, mentality and caddie to win the big one. This defending champion of the 5th major will cap a great year for foreign born players with his first major win. He’s due and Whistling Straits is a great track for his game.

Tour Championship – Stewart Cink. My prediction is that Cink will Twitter his way thru most of the season with high finishes and multiple wins. In the year’s final event he seems like a solid candidate to take home the crown. I see another very solid year for Stewie.

Fedex Cup – Tiger Woods. Two majors and at least 4 other victories will be enough for Woods to take home the Fedex Cup. I’m predicting other wins at Bay Hill, Memorial, Deutsche Bank and BMW. The last two wins will all but lock up the season long race for Tiger.

Ryder Cup – Europe. It pains me to say as the competition moves to Celtic Manor in South Wales, so will the Cup. Westwood Stensen, Garcia, Casey, Fisher, Kaymer, McIlroy, Poulter, Harrington, Karlsson, The Hansen clan and so on. The Euros love the format and layout of British golf and this year will recapture the Cup.

Individual Awards:

Player of the Year: Tiger Woods – See Masters, Open Championship and Fedex Cup. Others to contend: Phil Mickelson, Geoff Ogilvy and Anthony Kim.

Rookie of the Year: Blake Adams – 3rd in money on the 2009 Nationwide Tour he is the eldest of the 2010 Tour rookie class. Although he didn’t capture a win a year ago I like his consistancy throughout the season last year. Three others to watch: Cameron Tringale, Derek Lamely and Ricky Fowler.

Comeback Player – Adam Scott. Something tells me this previous world top 5 will be back in the mix in some capacity in 2010. I think he has at least one win in his back pocket and who knows maybe more than that. Look for his recent hard work to pay off. Others to watch: Chris Dimarco, Scott McCarron, or Luke Donald.

Falling Star – I think age will finally start to catch up with Kenny Perry in 2010. I have no real reasoning for this accusation, but I just think it’s that time in his career to pump the brakes. I predict no wins and a fall out of the Top 30 in earnings for this top player. Others to watch: Steve Stricker, Jim Furyk, or Padraig Harrington.

The Next Big Step – Hunter Mahan. Although I did not pick Mahan to win a major this season he is more than capable. I think he has the game, attitude and mentality to make some serious noise in 2010. I predict him as a multiple winner and top 5 in Fedex Cup points. Others to watch: Anthony Kim, Nick Watney and Ryan Moore.

‘Drea’MTV - RW/RR All Star Challenge

As you can tell I watch a lot of TV and have an abundance of free time; with those two things being synonymous with one another, it is no real surprise that I have a bevy of favorite shows. I love 24, Lost, It’s Always Sunny, Kitchen Nightmares, Heroes, Greek, Chuck, The Office, and even Private Practice (it’s one of my vices – that’s all I’m gonna say). But out of all of those shows none match up to the intrigue and drama of the Real World / Road Rules Challenge franchise. Whether it’s the Duel, Gauntlet, Inferno, Ruins, Fresh Meat, Battle of the Sexes, or even the Island, this show is amazing in any format.

I’m pretty well versed in the history of the Challenge not to mention The Real World. I remember some of the greatest moments in the history of reality TV (before Jersey Shore came along) happening right there in whatever random destination paradise. Ahh, the moments I remember. I remember the men’s upset of the women in the ‘Cast a Spell’ challenge down a man and down a letter after Steven bitch-slapped Shane on the Battle of the Sexes 2. I remember CT’s heart rate dropping below 60 as his partner Tonya went ape-shit on the ‘Heart Rate Bungee’ challenge on the Inferno 2. And of course I remember when Kenny, Johnny and Derrick sold Paula down the river and opted for Ev in the final challenge on the Island. There are a million and one other stories, but I won’t get into any of those.

Throughout the history of the show there have been too many amazing challenges, competitors (both men and women) and prizes. And with that thought in mind I started to try and think of who and what a RW/RR Challenge All-Star Season would consist of. I know it brings a smile to my face every time I even think about it. First off I would think it would have to be setup in the format of like a Gauntlet or an Inferno. Two teams, a challenge, some sort of voting process, and then an elimination. That is a go-no-wrong time honored dynamic. Also, I would have to suggest that the payout eclipse seven figures. But even those were the boring parts of the whole plan. The exciting part…formulating the cast.

For all of you Challenge-alolics out there, you may find some exceptions here and there to my allustrious cast of bros and hoes. But I think all and all the 32 competitors I eventually narrowed it down to, would create the overall best TV experience. As I said earlier, I decided to keep it pretty traditional with a Gauntlet / Inferno format, which would result in dividing the competitors into two even matched teams consisting of eight men and eight women: Blue and Red. I don’t want any theme to it (ie vertrens v. rookies, or good guys v. bad guys), because I feel that a theme like that could stand in the way of the best possible matchups. So I guess without further ado I will unvail my RW/RR All-Star Challenge competitors.


Blue Team Men:

Evan (Fresh Meat) – Evan is known as the Alphadog in recent challenge history. He has compeated in 5 challenges and has won his last two. He is a born leader and maybe the most balanced competitor of brains and brawn.

The Miz (RW Back to NY) – The Miz has been one of the most contraversial men in RW/RR history. A two time challenge champion, he has recently been a superstar in the WWE. I think it’s about his time to step his game back up.

Abe (RR South Pacific) – Abe may in fact be the most insane men in the history of the challenge. He too is a two time winner but has been there a few times near the end without cashing in. He has competed in 6 challenge seasons and 2 RR season.

Wes (RW Austin) – Wes is one of the most difficult people for teammates to get along with. He is brash and at times cocky and has rocked the boat with almost every person. But he can be a one man show at times and showed it in Fresh Meat and the Ruins.

Kenny (Fresh Meat) – Kenny and Evan must be on the same team, that should be a mandatory rule. He may be as cocky and arrogant as any competitor in the game, but this two time winner has backed it up, holding Evan’s hand along the way.

Theo (RR Max. Velocity Tour) – Theo has not competed since Fresh Meat, which means this also two time winner is well rested. He has only competed in four total challenges but his is batting .500 and has always been in contention.

Eric (RW New York) – Eric is the old codger on the blue team. As a man who was on the very first Real World, you know he’s been around. Although he officially retired from challenges after Battle of the Sexes 2, I’m sure he’ll make time for a hefty payout.

Johnny (RW Key West) – Johnny Bananas is the final piece to a team with Evan and Kenny. They are like the dysfunctional three musketeers. Johnny is one of the hottest players coming off of two straight victories, but has also had a hard time playing nice with teammates.


Blue Team Women:

Rachel (RR Campus Crawl) – Rachel is six time competitor and two time winner. She is seen in most circles as one of the most complete players on the womans side of the draw. She is that great combo of smart and tough.

Ruthie (RW Hawaii) – Ruthie may be the scrappiest player in the game. This one time drunkard brings a boat load of experience, fight, and agility to the game. Althought she’s never been a challenge champion she is still seen as one of the toughest chicks.

Kelly Anne (RW Sydney) – Kelley Anne is strong, tough and a lot crazy. But you’d have to be to voluntarily date Wes. I figure I’d put her on a team with her beau so that the integrity of the game is not sacrificed by throwing challenges.

Aviv (Fresh Meat) – Aviv has the best all time winning percentage amongst challenge contestants at 100%, although she’s only one for one. She was extremely successful the first time around and needs to be brought back to prove she isn’t a fluke.

Tonya (RW Chicago) – Tonya in my opinion is the most crazy female in the history of the show. She has won one challenge, but has been marred in contraversey almost every other time she’s been there…she’s an entertainment no-brainer.

Beth (RW Los Angeles) – Beth is the Grandmother of the challenge, that is if you’re grandmother is a sneaky conniving weasel. Although she has made seven appearances over the seasons, she has never won and many times has been self-sabbataged / martyred.

Kina (RR Extreme) – Kina is a tough athletic girl who captained her way to a victory on the Gauntlet 2. She is one of those girls who have that mix of smarts and competitive juice. She is a one time winner of the challenge.

Sarah (RW Brooklyn) – Sarah is one of my wild cards. In her first challenge she made it thru a few Ruins and almost pulled the upset of the boys with Kelly Anne. She proved she is tough, and I just had to put her on a team with Kenny.


Red Team Men:

CT (RW Paris) – CT is possibly the most polarizing figure in challenge history. Twice he has been booted for fighting and other the times he has failed to win a challenge. But there is no man who has ever been comfortable against the beast.

Landon (RW Philadelphia) – Landon is the resident nice guy, and only a two time competitor on the show. He was on a winning team in his first effort and dominated on his second before being upset. He will need to be the cool to counteract CT.

Darrell (RR Campus Crawl) – Darrell is the all-time winningest competitor in challenge history. He has competed in five challenges and has brought the crown home four times. He only loss was for fighting Brad when he was already locked in the final.

Alton (RW Las Vegas) – Alton is cool calm customer, but a beast when he needs to be. What he lacks in challenge experience he makes up for in pure power, speed, atheletism and leadership. He was the main man in his only challenge apperaence / victory.

Derrick (RR Extreme) – Derrick has participated in more challenges than any other male contenstant in the history of the show. I refer to him as pound for pound the toughest man to ever step in the challenge ring. He has three championships for his efforts.

Syrus (RW Boston) – Syrus is another one of those veterns whose been around the block. He has appeared in five seasons and has brought home one title. What he lacks in youth he more than makes up for in want-to, strength and pure mass.

Mark (RR Season 1) – Mark is the elder stateman amongst the red group of male competitors. Although he is in an uphill battle against age, he has the experience and mental know how to be a leader of the game. He is the holder of two championships.

Brad (RW San Diego) – Brad holds the unfortunate moniker of the best player to never have won the big one, and that’s not out of lack of effort. His experience in seven challenges makes him a force of will and knowledge. He just has not been able to seal the deal.


The Red Team Women:

Ev (Fresh Meat) – Ev was once referred to by Evan as his teams “9th man.” She’s been known by many as the best ever female player. This two time challenge champion is so money she has been seen as an overall number one pick in challenge fantasy leagues.

Coral (RW Back to NY) – Coral is one of the most storied chicks in challenge history. She has a competitive mean streak that is matched by no one. She has had some bad luck in winning final challenges, with only one, but will always vie for dominant female in the group.

Jodi (RR Extreme) – Jodi is another one of those competitors batting 1000. She is two for two on challenges and has put forth dominating efforts in both her victories. She is another total package consisting of strong, smart and atheletic.

Susie (RR Down Under) – Susie is the kind of girl that seems sweet and innocent, until the games begin and then she’ll play her game. She is a strong player because she combines gritty determination with down right dirty political angling and head games.

Paula (RW Key West) – Paula will always be salty from being played by the alliance on the Island. She too has done virtually everything except be a challenge champion. But she has fire and heart and most of all a hatred for men on the blue team.

Veronica (RR Semester at Sea) – Veronica and the challenge are as comfortable together as spaghetti and meatballs. She is tied with all time number of challenge appearences and three time winner. She is a crafty vetern and heated rival with both Tonya and Beth on the other team.

Jamie (RW San Diego) – Jamie is one of the most level headed competitors to ever participate in the challenge. When it comes to efficiency she is right up there at one for one as a champion. What she lacks in size she makes up for in speed and smarts.

Brittini (RR Hollywood) – Brittini is my red team wild card. Although her first and only appearance in the challenge ended in a runner up showing, she proved she was tough. But can she shake the fact that Landon was her partner? I think she can.


Lastly I need to address who the host will be. I’ve thought about Puck, Dave Mirra, Johnny Mosley and even Dan (RW Miami), but when push comes to shove I could never be more stoked then when I’m watching TJ Lavin. How can you not love when TJ tell a competitor that he/she “killied it.” Or watch how angry TJ gets when a player quits or fails to participate. There is just no way I could logically select any other host but TJ Lavin.

That’s it…the greatest competition specticle of all time. It makes the Olympics look grade school stuff. If only it could happen I could die a happy man.

At Least Somebody is Back Out of Hiatus

Laziness. That’s about the only thing I can say about why I haven’t blogged anything for quite sometime. I missed basically the last third of the PGA season, and although I kept myself aprized of what was happening amongst The Tour, I have not written a word since The Open Championship. Let me first congratulate YE Yang as a major champion and also the US for it’s domination at the Presidents Cup. Other than than that there hasn’t been much happening in the world of golf…

Well I guess there’s that whole Tiger Woods cheating on his wife with whores thing. I have neglected to write anything because although what he has allegedly done is absolutely unconscionable, Tiger is the straw that stirs the drink that is The Tour and it’s hard for me to get too negative. But this saga is getting crazier and crazier by the day. As of now the skank-o-meter is sitting in the mid-teens, chock full of hostesess, escorts and pornstars. And Tiger remains silent. No words. No admittance. No apologies.

People say, “Why would he cheat on Elin, she is so hot?” Well you’re not in his shoes. She is the mother of his children; she is his rock; she is not a skank. Although I am in no way defending anything Tiger is accused of, but when you’re a multi-multi-multi millionaire and you’re on the road and want sex, you’re gonna find sex with the sleeziest chick you can find. His problem, he got too attached to some of them. He should screw and pay, like every other self-respecting millionaire.

His other real problem, he’s a ‘blerd’ and there is no way he even saw a titty let alone get down to the nasty before he made a first few million. Nothing against Tiger, he’s now a cool dude, but that’s what money and fame can do for you. But growing up all he did was practice golf, play in tournaments around the country and hang out with his parents. Not exactly what normal high-schoolers are doing. And then he went to Stanford to play golf. College is college but Stanford isn’t exactly Faber College when it comes to sex and partying. But as I said, after you make the cash, the sluts will find you.

Things to come soon: I will be previewing the 2010 PGA season soon as we are just a couple of weeks from teeing it up in Hawaii. Although Mr. Woods is taking an indefinite break it will not affect The Tour’s early season as Tiger rarely plays until Torrey Pines anyway. Also be on the lookout for other sports and pop culture blogs in the near future, including current events and even one on the culturally explosive MTV show Jersey Shore, and I will do my best to keep up. But if the sluts come a calling, I may go into hiding too!