Dispatches from Northern Ireland, Part 2
In Part 2 of his golfing adventure to Northern Ireland, Jim Deeks experiences the challenge of Royal Portrush and the perfection of Portstewart.
Jim Deeks
Jim Deeks has been writing for Fairways for over a dozen years. He is a former Executive Director of the Canadian Open and Canadians Skins Game, and currently the Executive Producer of CANADA FILES on PBS.
Ahh, to be in balmy Northern Ireland
Even though he found himself ill-equipped for the Irish Sea weather. Jim Deeks recounts his thrilling first ever golf trip to the Emerald Isle.
Masters win may be an opportunity for Patrick Reed
Jim Deeks is no fan of Patrick Reed, particularly his brash, in-your-face style, but thinks winning the Masters may mellow him a bit.
Thanks Vanessa – another green jacket for Canada
Jim Deeks comments on 11-year old Vanessa Borovilos of Mississauga winning the Drive Chip and Putt competition at Augusta National.
Troubles in the clubhouse: Redtail partners in business spat
Jim Deeks comments on the troubles brewing at Redtail and the fate of other personal golf courses he has played.
Viva Lost Vegas – another course bites the dust
As the Wynn Golf Club gives way to another theme attraction, Jim Deeks laments time spent playing golf right on the Strip.
Ernie Els – one of golf’s great people
The Big Easy tops the list of players that Fairways columnist Jim Deeks would like to speak to – not so much about his playing career – more about his humanitarian and charitable achievements.
Muskoka – the world’s best least-known golf destination
There’s no better place to relax than Muskoka and the golf is second to none according to Fairways columnist Jim Deeks.
The end of American women’s golf?
Fairways columnist Jim Deeks is concerned that American women are slip sliding away on the LPGA as the South Koreans dominate week after week.
