Thoughts From a Foolish Golf Course Superintendent

A putting green and a marathon runner have one thing in common: when they look terrible, they often perform well. (10/21/17)

A Superintendent who tries to create the same playing conditions on every day is like a golfer who tries to hit the same shots on every round. (10/20/17)

Long before an architect designs a golf course, the earth waits for a Superintendent; I say it again, long before an architect surveys a property,  the insects, weeds and disease plot against a Superintendent. (10/19/17)

Being a successful businessman is different than being a successful man…much different.  (10/18/17)

‘Not bad’ is different than ‘good’; I say it again, a staff that strives for ‘not bad’ is destined for ‘not good’. (10/17/19)

Rookies will make rookie mistakes; new guys will try new-guy moves. (10/16/17)

[New assistant pro makes first pin sheet and new greenkeeper tries short-cut across tee.]

Not all monsters are alike. (10/15/17)

Vacuuming wet leaves is like arguing with a drunk spouse. (10/14/17)

A young Superintendent finds confidence in his knowledge; an experienced one knows his own knowledge is flawed. (10/13/17)

A Superintendent who travels towards the horizon will remain close to the ground; one who aims for the heights may soar in the winds or crash to the ground. (10/12/17)