Will we miss Johnny Miller?
The lead analyst for NBC is retiring after a 29-year career on the air, marked by insightful commentary, controversy and a knack for saying what we’re all thinking.
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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.
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.
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.
Is Tiger Woods the modern day Humpty Dumpty?
PGA professional Kevin Mumford pens an excellent perspective on Tiger Woods, written before Woods’ arrest on a DUI charge. It seems all the more appropriate now.
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.
A true character bids adieu
Fairways columnist Jim Deeks fondly recalls some time spent with the late Simon Hobday.
John Wedge: how I spent my summer vacation
Former Chief of Surgery at Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children immersed himself in golf and history by living, learning and caddying at Cabot Links in Nova Scotia.
Arnold Palmer (1929 – 2016)
Arnie commanded an army, conquered the golf world and reigned over it his entire life yet all he wanted to do was play golf.
