Yesterday would have been Ben Hogan's 97th birthday. Ben Hogan, unlike so many left a legacy which has outlived him. Due in large part to the golfers who have made Mr. Hogan a point of interest to so many.
One of those golfers is quite possibly the most sought after speaker in all of golf; Johnny Miller. Miller's nineteen year stint with NBC has been a series of tributes to Mr. Hogan. The desert fox enjoyed a highly successful career on tour but his contributions to golf and Mr. Hogan have since been a boon to the current generation.
With any luck Johnny Miller's message will persevere in an era when many would rather believe that Ben Hogan isn't so prolific. As long as Johnny Miller is in the booth Ben Hogan's name will be visited with the reverie he deserves.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Golf isn't supporting Ben Hogan's Legacy
In Mr. Hogan's lifetime he did more for the game of golf than we give him credit for. Unfortunately too many golfers would rather Mr. Hogan had done nothing at all. At least nothing in the arena of instruction.
Instead Hogan had the foresight and courage to co-author the most comprehensive golf instruction book to date. Golfers and teaching professionals who can't understand "Ben Hogan's Five Lessons; The Modern Fundamentals of Golf" are shamelessly compelled to discredit anyone who can. It's a sad state when "for the good of the game" no longer matters to so many.
One sizable golf forum won't even permit golfers to post threads on the subject of "Ben Hogan" anymore. Not surprisingly this forum was started and is administered by persons who are in the business of instructing golf. Just not Ben Hogan's Five Lessons.
Although the heading at the top of their forum reads "This forum was created to help golfers of all skill levels to improve their game. As this forum is named, it is an Academy with Instructors that will come from different schools of thought. One is not necessarily better than the other nor will one method fit all. We will allow thoughtful and spirited discussions but, no personal attacks. This is an opportunity for everyone to bring their thoughts and issues to the range without fear of being ridiculed." The very man who is credited by many with being the best ball-striker to have played the game can't even be discussed.
For instruction most golf pros would rather you didn't see click here.
Instead Hogan had the foresight and courage to co-author the most comprehensive golf instruction book to date. Golfers and teaching professionals who can't understand "Ben Hogan's Five Lessons; The Modern Fundamentals of Golf" are shamelessly compelled to discredit anyone who can. It's a sad state when "for the good of the game" no longer matters to so many.
One sizable golf forum won't even permit golfers to post threads on the subject of "Ben Hogan" anymore. Not surprisingly this forum was started and is administered by persons who are in the business of instructing golf. Just not Ben Hogan's Five Lessons.
Although the heading at the top of their forum reads "This forum was created to help golfers of all skill levels to improve their game. As this forum is named, it is an Academy with Instructors that will come from different schools of thought. One is not necessarily better than the other nor will one method fit all. We will allow thoughtful and spirited discussions but, no personal attacks. This is an opportunity for everyone to bring their thoughts and issues to the range without fear of being ridiculed." The very man who is credited by many with being the best ball-striker to have played the game can't even be discussed.
For instruction most golf pros would rather you didn't see click here.
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