Seen...
At the Friday night shindig in La Quinta, football greats Emmitt Smith, Bruce Smith, Vinny Testaverde and Andre Reed, all of whom look fit enough to still strap on the pads.
Heard...
Dozens of suggestions as to how to prop up the sagging fortunes of the Bob Hope, including ideas like adding LPGA stars to the mix, Freddy Couples and Kevin Costner as combo hosts, and more posh amenities for celebrities.
Seen...
Bruce McGill, whose character D-Day from ‘Animal House’ is legendary, and whose knowledge of golf history is impressive given his role as Walter Hagen in Baggar Vance.
Heard...
From a well-connected Tour pro that Tiger Woods will be coming back at the Masters.
Seen...The beautiful grounds of the old La Quinta Resort, as peaceful and pretty as could be.
Heard...
That the Hope needs to go to four rounds to attract better players ... That the Tour’s expansion into World Golf events has hurt traditional events like this ... And that Anthony Kim should’ve been here instead of Abu Dhabi, considering he went to La Quinta High School and could have been the unofficial tournament ambassador.
Seen...
On television Sunday morning from my hotel room, the riveting finish in Abu Dhabi with Martin Kaymer again serving notice he’s among the best in the world.
Heard...
A great philosophy on life from comedian Ron White, who says that if life has dealt you lemons, make lemonade. And then find the guy whose life has given him vodka and have a party
