Tag Archives: Mike May
THE PFAU GOLF COURSE AT INDIANA UNIVERSITY: A STUNNING MASTERPIECE
By Mike May Thanks to a very generous gift, the golf program at Indiana University has received a huge ‘shot in the arm.’ The championship golf course at Indiana University, which first opened in 1955, has re-opened after a complete re-design by highly acclaimed golf course architect Steve Smyers. “We built a brand new golf […]
A Train Runs Through Florida’s Historic Golf Trail
By Mike May Over the last 100+ years, Florida’s development can largely be attributed to the ambition of the late Henry Flagler and Henry Plant, plus their strategic use of the railroad. Not only did the railroad bring visitors to Florida, it was the key to the growth of many of its golf courses, as […]
THREETOPS AT TREETOPS: AN EXPERIENCE UNLIKE ANY OTHER
By Mike May Threetops at Treetops, in Gaylord, Michigan, packs 18 holes of drama into just 9 holes, yet every hole is ‘simply’ a par three. There are not enough superlatives in the English language to provide a fair and accurate description of the beauty, diversity, and the amount of fun to be enjoyed at […]
FITNESS TIPS FOR GOLFERS: TRY ‘DESKERCIZES’
By Mike May The ‘Inactivity Pandemic is now impacting more than 80 million Americans, especially those people who happen sit behind a desk all day. But working at a desk doesn’t mean your time at the office has to be a sedentary experience. Believe it or not, but you can incorporate exercise and fitness […]
GOLD TOE GOLF SOCKS ARE SECOND-TO-NONE
Any car mechanic will tell you that the key to a smooth ride in any kind of automobile, regardless of the vehicle’s sticker price, is a good set properly balanced and aligned tires. That same theory applies to golfers, as well. Regardless of the quality of your golf clubs and the rhythm of your swing, […]
England’s Atlantic Links: An Irresistible Golf Destination
This is a condensed version of the original article written by Mike May. The complete article can be read at: http://back9blog.com/ One specific golf destination in the southwest of England worth putting on the top of your ‘bucket list’ is the group of six championship links golf courses known as the Atlantic Links. This grouping, […]