Golf is full of miracles
There have been so many miracle shots over the years that in retrospect some of them don’t quite seem so miraculous anymore. Until, of course, one of them is yours.
Jim Deeks
Does modern equipment work better?
In his fruitless quest to recapture a golf game that deserted him years ago, Fairways columnist Jim Deeks ponders a return to persimmon and balata.
This Dame is not for turning
Fairways columnist Jim Deeks tracks down Dame Laura Davies at the Manulife Classic to find out what keeps her going on the LPGA Tour at the age of 53.
Further thoughts on the art of putting
Fairways columnist Jim Deeks reflects back on the varied instruments of torture that caused him such grief over a lifetime of lousy putting.
Mastering the art of putting
By his own admission, Fairways columnist Jim Deeks is a lousy putter. A succession of putters, myriad tips from the pros and countless changes to his set-up have improved nothing. His final desperate act is complete distraction.
Captain Canuck
As Bruce Mitchell gets ready to assume his new duties as the first ever Canadian captain of the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews, Fairways columnist Jim Deeks has a few requests.
Jimbo Cliffs … in my dreams
During bouts of insomnia, Fairways columnist Jim Deeks is venturing into the darkest recesses of his mind to design his perfect golf course.
Playing by the Rules …. or not
Fairways columnist Jim Deeks rants that the Rules of Golf are stupid, confusing, picayune, unfair, irrelevant, archaic, and virtually unenforceable. It’s time to re-write them ALL.
Is Raymond Floyd Top 15 All-time?
Floyd’s numerous accomplishments are often overshadowed by his prickly personality and legendary playboy image but Fairways columnist Jim Deeks has to make the call.
