PGA Tag

The largest field of the 4 majors belongs to the U.S. Open Golf Tournament.  Some say that the U.S. Open is one of the purest competitions in  sports because of the opportunity it creates for golfers all around the country and the world.  This events holds the top level of prestige, difficulty, and excitement.  Last year we got the pleasure of seeing amateur Beau Hossler compete for the championship until the last round.  The U.S Open is one of the few events where pro's and amateurs get a chance to compete for one of the game's highest honors.

The casual golf fan probably knows that the Masters Tournament happens every April, but can the average fan tell you when the U.S. Open takes place?  The Masters is on of the most covered sporting events in the US and I think the events proximity in time to the Final Four has something to do with it.  Especially since the same network carries both events (CBS).

Whoa!  The sports world is going crazy right now!  So much going on and it is all too exciting to miss.  To catch up with the sports world I have harnessed all the major news/results from the recent events.  I am going to briefly hit on each sport and give a few predictions for the Masters, MLB, NBA, and NHL.  Ready?  Lets go!

NHL

Seems like the season just started but it will shortly be coming to an end.  But I guess that's what happens when you are in a shortened and compressed 46 game season.  Thanks lockout.  The story early on in the season was the winning streak by the Chicago Blackhawks and then both the Anaheim Ducks and Pittsburgh Penguins went on their own winning streaks.  Although no one has matched a start like the Blackhawks, it seemed for a while like the Penguins might be the best team.  Now that Crosby is out the battle for best appears to be between the Ducks and Blackhawks.

First let me just welcome the golf community to the month of May.  Feels great!  To those of you residing in the warmer areas of the country it may not seem like a big deal, but it is a blessing for those of us who truly experience all four seasons.  The beginning of May marks the beginning of consistently warm temperatures in this part of the world.

Warm weather is great news for any golf enthusiast.  No one likes playing golf inclement weather.  It just makes the game more uncomfortable and difficult than it already is.

Most of the country has been experiencing surprisingly in-climate for the last week or so and no one is complaining.  With the weather getting warm early this year I can't help but think about cutting work early and squeezing in 9 before darkness poses as a bouncer of the links.  It is the middle of March and you could have golfed in the most northern parts of Maine this past week.  Needless to say, golf fans everywhere have a jump start on the excitement generated every year by the hopes of a new season and getting better.  I'm still anxiously awaiting the getting better part.

Luckily for me I don't have to feel too bad when I see Tiger Woods in the same boat.  Of course our talent levels are a far cry from comparable and the situations have less to with each other than my golf score and numbers below 100, but it is nice to know that even the best can struggle... for a while.

Starting today the PGA season will kick off in Maui with the sport's first tournament of the 2012 campaign.  Many top golfers will hold out from this tournament but the season will start nonetheless.  As the season gets under way the question on everyone's mind is will Tiger return to form in 2012?  At the end of last year Tiger made some strides in getting his game back but he still has a long way to go.  He must win a major this year to regain the prowess he once had over the game.  Lets hope that Tiger is back this year for the sake of golf.  The game of golf needs Tiger and I don't think he will disappoint any longer.

This Thursday the PGA will host the fourth and final major of the 2011 season at the Atlanta Athletic Club-Highlands Course.  The 93rd running of this annual event is full of excitement and intrigue.  All the buzz around this tournament comes from a few different angles, but they all seem to center around Tiger Woods.  I could write a short novel on Tiger's shortcomings but I will leave El Tigre alone for a moment.  Although, it is hard to ignore the impact Tiger has on golf whether he is playing golf/playing well or not.

The British Open is the oldest tournament of the four major golf championships. Established in 1860 at Prestwick Golf Club, the Open Championship (more commonly called), has become a fan favorite for years. The design of each course used during the Open always excites and baffles fans, as well as the players. The golfers have to battle with strong winds, deep bunkers, high grass in the fairways, and exceptionally strong rough.

The first round of the US Open Golf Tournament begins today at Congressional Golf Course in Bethesda, Maryland.   For many of the people who are traveling to Bethesda, this is the first time they are attending the US Open or a golf tournament.

Before you get to the course this weekend or plan your future trip, here are a few suggestions on how to spend your day at the US Open.

The 2012 Players Championship will be held from May 10-13 at the famous TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. The Players Championship has been called lately as the PGA's unofficial 5th major.

Low Deposits on 2012 Players Championship Packages

2012 Players Championship Travel Packages are now available for the Opening, Final, & All Rounds of the tournament. Players Championship packages include:

The 2011 US Open Golf Tournament moves to Bethesda, Maryland at  historic Congressional Golf Course.  The tournament will take place over  Father's Day weekend (June 16-19).  Make this a Father's Day gift your dad will always remember.

2011 US Open Golf Packages are available during the Opening, Final, & All Rounds of the tournament.  Purchase your package today with the following inclusions:

- Hotel accommodations in the Betheda area
- Guaranteed Grounds Passes to the US Open
- Roundtrip Transportation to the course each day
- Official Gift
- On-site staff for assistance
- Options on US Open Hospitality

2011 US Open Golf Tickets can also be purchased for any day during the tournament.  All tickets are guaranteed and can be purchased securely online.

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