Ohio Golf Journal July 2018

OHIOANS DOMINATE THE WORLD OF GOLF FRED ALTVATER You Know You are a Golfaholic if: You watched the US Open at Shinnecock on your smart phone or tablet, while the rest of the family was enjoying the beach and swimming. The most important shot in Golf (as in Life) is the next one.” July is always a big month for Golf, The Open Championship, the season’s thirdmajorchampionship, will be contested at Carnoustie in Scotland. Carnoustie has a history of creating unforgettable moments and worthy champions. Maybe Ohio’s adopted son, Jason Day will collect a Claret Jug to go with his Wanamaker Trophy. Speaking of Great Britain, our globe-trotting travel writer, Mike -AY MADE A GOLÚNG PILGRIMAGE to the county of Kent in England and submitted a wonderful article that will make our readers want to grab their passports to head to the southeast of England. One of Ohio’s own, the Golden Bear, Jack Nicklaus received another big award last month. The guy, who was seen as a threat to the King in his younger days, has become one of the most recognized and beloved golfers of all time. In addition, he and his wife, Barbara continue to raise millions of dollars for children’s charities. Another great Ohio Amateur golfer, Bob Lewis was inducted into the National Amateur Hall of Fame last month. Lewis has spent his life competing in amateur golf events and succeeding at the highest levels. EdTravis writes about the European Tour’s Shot Clock Masters. Professional golfers were put on a time clock for every shot. The results were surprising, and scoring did not suffer from faster play. Here in Ohio, tournaments are being conducted at every level, Men, Women and Juniors, to identify the best in their class in the state. Find the results inside this issue. Ohio State Senior Will Grimmer made a splash at the U.S. Open at Shinnecock and OSU also named longtime Women’s Head Coach Therese Hession, Director of Golf for both the men’s and women’s programs. As always Ohioans make a Huge Mark in the world of golf and will continue to do so. I hope you make your own golf history and we will see you on the Back 9. ~Ben Hogan Ohio Golf Journal