Monday, July 24, 2006

It feels so good to have two winners in a row!

Yep, John Senden broke through for his first win at the John Deere Classic. He then hopped a quick flight to England and the British Open where he made it clear through the weekend.

And then there was Tiger... my man!

I loved the way he out funked Fred Funk... a 2-iron off of nearly every tee, and he actually hit 46 of 48 fairways... That was totally awesome!

Yes, I actually got out of bed before sun up to see Tiger play... and he didn't disappoint me at all.

Watching Tiger methodically go about his business, I was reminded of the great differences between him and Phil Mickleson.

I really believe Phil is in greater need of of a sports psychologist than the entourage he's travelling with. While Pelz and friends can prepare him in every way... twice now, I've heard him apologize for "poor execution". To me, that means his problem kis between his ears... not anywhere in the mechanics of his golf swing.

Tiger, on the other hand, has a mental toughness honed through years of discipline. Sure, he has gone through a two year period of swing changes... preparing his body for the long years ahead.

There's nothing natural about a golf swing when it comes to the impact on your body. Just ask any chiropractor or sports physio-therapist. You place an unbelievable strain on the back, the low abs, the knees and hips.

So, what's next? While I'm solidly in second place now in the Fantasy league, I've set some goals... improve upon my personal league stats. More on that in my next update.

Shari Thomas

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