Why am I a fan of golf? It probably started when I met my husband. He was on the high school golf team and I walked the course with him once. He helps me understand the intricacies of the game. It's hard to like and follow any game that you can not understand. Tiger has brought a lot to the game too. For me, it's impossible not to become infatuated with someone who has clearly demonstrated super human athletic ability. That kind of ability comes only from 1000% dedication to the sport. I can get behind almost any sport if I know what's going on. I'm simply a SPORTS FAN. (Except MLB... they make a $h!t ton of money and complain a lot... and then there's the steroids...)
I started golfing recently. I'm not good enough yet to say that I play golf. I'm certainly not a golfer. I got my own clubs two summers ago. I like to hit wiffle golf balls out back in the courtyard and go to the driving range. I'm not consistent enough yet to hit the course. But I'm quite excited about it. Golf is hard. It's especially hard when I'm used to being good at things. But when you play (or attempt to play) the game, you begin to understand what kind of dedication it takes to be that good. But come on... I played golf at my wedding!
Unfortunately, when you have been labeled with that super human ability I mentioned earlier, humility and modesty begin to crumble away. It's easy to say that someone has talent, money and fame and that's more than most people have so be happy with it. But truly, the material things are not what makes someone a complete person or a happy person. Clearly there was something going on with Tiger that fame and fortune could not fix. I'm not making excuses for his actions. He has personal issues that are obviously going to be played out in public... it's the price he pays for his fame and fortune. You can't forget, but maybe forgive. Besides... has it ever been our place to judge?
If you have watched ESPN or any kind of news lately, you probably know the Masters starts today. And Tiger is making his comeback today. It will be interesting to watch how he plays. I predict he will show some humility and potentially less ferocity. I believe he understands more than anyone what his personal decisions have done to his professional career. That said, his indiscretions have been separate from golf. He has not disrespected the game. He has not used steroids, he has not cheated or broken the rules. He has disgraced himself personally, and that is something he and his family will have to live with and deal with.
And I respect those who feel differently about Tiger. But I also hope that those people can be respectful in expressing their opinions. Besides, you just sound ignorant and close minded when you rant like that.
Nike's new Tiger commercial
I'm going to go watch Masters coverage.
I agree.. it wasn't a public offense or something against golf. Let him deal with his private family issues PRIVATELY. Am I ok with what he has done? No. But why would it matter if I am ok with it? My opinion is of no consequence, and it doesn't affect his golfing. Let the man be.
ReplyDeletePS I tried to gold last spring, but it bothered my hip for running. I want to try again tho!!!