June 2021 Ohio Golf Journal

page read that gives readers glimpses into the 60- plus marriage of Jack and Barbara Nicklaus and how they navigated (and continue to navigate) the obligations of fame, with the obligations of family. “What resonates most is being there for your kids,’’ said Jackie, president of Nicklaus Design and vice-chairman of Nicklaus Company. “We had my parents’ full attention. I have tried to do that with my five children. I still watch my mom and dad attend all the grandchildren’s games. It’s been such an inspiration and has really made a difference in my life.’’ Some of the stories in the book are familiar, others, particularly those dealing with the relationship between his grandfather, Charlie Nicklaus and his father, are the foundation for the book’s subtitle, “18 Golden Lessons from a Father to his Son.’’ Each chapter title focuses on one of those lessons, beginning with “Listen to Your Children,’’ and ending with “See the Bigger Picture.’’ “So many stories,’’ Jackie said. “I had been writing in journals for years – really before the Masters in 1986. Don really helped me organize my thoughts and direct me. I think I could have gone on, but Don said, ‘That’s enough, 18 is a perfect number.’’ There are no deep, dark Nicklaus secrets revealed. That’s neither the Nicklaus way, nor the point of the book. But in “Best Seat in the House,’’ fathers will see their sons and sons will see their fathers through the eyes and experiences of a man tasked with the responsibility of carrying on his father’s unmatched legacy. “I know dad as my dad,” Jackie said. “Even when he was winning all those tournaments, he was always dad.” “My biggest goal with the book was to honor my father and to honor his legacy and try to give people an ‘inside the ropes’ look at what dad accomplished in ’86, what he accomplished in his career and give them a glimpse at who feel is the greatest man I have ever known.’’ Play 18. Repeat. Now’s the time to play two award-winning courses to their fullest. Our Pete Dye and Donald Ross Courses have been #1 and #2 on GolfWeek’s “Best You Can Play” in Indiana for 10 years running. Book your round in 2020, and replays are free the same day at The Pete Dye Course (forecaddie fee additional) while same-day Donald Ross replays are $50. Visit frenchlick.com/golf or call (888) 936-9360 to get that road trip rolling. Double Down on Bucket-List Golf Management reserves the right to cancel or modify any event without notice. Must be 21 years or older to enter the casino. Gambling Problem? Call 1.800.9.WITH.IT!