THESE GUYS (AND GALS) ARE GREAT!

Professional golfers are the greatest athletes in the world – not because of their bodies but because of their hearts and minds. It’s true that very few professional golfers have an impressive vertical jump, sprinting speed or weightlifting prowess but they truly embody my idea of a true “athlete” for many other reasons.

Golf is an honorable game and the golfers that have ascended to the ranks of the professional tours are honorable people who don't need referees to keep them in line. They impose penalties on themselves. Tour players are not in and out of jail on a regular basis. I can’t recall any fights at golf tournaments or reports of off-course violence.

There are no lock-outs, hold-outs, big contracts or inflated ticket prices in professional golf. Tour players are paid based upon their performance. Golfers don't hold out for more money or demand new contracts because of another player's deal. They are accountable, knowing that there is no one else to blame for their mistakes. Furthermore, the pro golf tours, led by the PGA TOUR, have raised more money than any other professional sport. It’s absolutely true that “these guys (and gals) are good” – they are the best on the planet.

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