Just Got Back From The Masters
cincyredlegs
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Fellas,
I just got home from the Masters and all I can say is WOW!!!!! It was much more than a golf tournament, it was an expierience. This was my first time and I was not disappointed. I got there about 8:30 am and hung around the practice tees for about a hour. Next was off to walk the course for a couple of hours and found myself at Amen Corner just as the first group got to the 11th green. Now the great thing about where I was standing was you could see the approach shot to the 11th green, the tee shot and green on # 12 and the tee shot on the 13th hole without moving more than 5 steps. I was standing right by the rope not to mention the bathrooms and vending area was right behind me. Well, that did it for me and I watched every group come through.
Once Mickelson tee'd off on 13, I went over to the 17th tee box. There you could see the groups teeing off on 16. The 16th green is right behind the 17th tee box so you could see them putt on 16 and tee off on 17. I was literally 8-10 feet from Fred Couples, Tiger and Mickleson as they tee'd off (directly in front of them). By the way, Tiger is absolutely ripped.
Once Phil tee'd off, I went to 18 but the crowd was already 30 people deep so I went on up to the front and watched it on the TV. Just an absolute joy to witness. Here are a few things I found interesting:
1.) TV doesn't do the course justice. It is absolutely beautiful. It doesn't look real.....in a good way.
2.) I didn't realize how much elevation there is at Augusta. There are alot of hills.
3.) There are absolutely NO weeds....NONE. I can say that the grounds are Perfect.
4.) The people, spectators and workers were as nice as they could be. Everybody was friendly and talked to you. The workers actually made you feel like they were glad you were there.
5.) The food was cheap. Pimento sandwichs were $1.25, coke/water was $1.50 and beer was $2.75. That was crazy.
6.) Augusta is efficient. The lines were long in the vending areas and bathrooms but they went fast.
7.) Absolutely no drunks or rude behavior. Great place to take your family.
8.) They had people working the restrooms (4-5 people) and they were clean and didn't smell.
9.) The place was quiet, even when no one was playing. When someone did play, all you could hear were the birds.
10.) Finally, just an awesome expierence. One of the top 5 things I have ever done. Would go back in a second.
Anyways, just wanted to tell everyone and hopefully if you haven't been you will get a chance sometime.
Mark
I just got home from the Masters and all I can say is WOW!!!!! It was much more than a golf tournament, it was an expierience. This was my first time and I was not disappointed. I got there about 8:30 am and hung around the practice tees for about a hour. Next was off to walk the course for a couple of hours and found myself at Amen Corner just as the first group got to the 11th green. Now the great thing about where I was standing was you could see the approach shot to the 11th green, the tee shot and green on # 12 and the tee shot on the 13th hole without moving more than 5 steps. I was standing right by the rope not to mention the bathrooms and vending area was right behind me. Well, that did it for me and I watched every group come through.
Once Mickelson tee'd off on 13, I went over to the 17th tee box. There you could see the groups teeing off on 16. The 16th green is right behind the 17th tee box so you could see them putt on 16 and tee off on 17. I was literally 8-10 feet from Fred Couples, Tiger and Mickleson as they tee'd off (directly in front of them). By the way, Tiger is absolutely ripped.
Once Phil tee'd off, I went to 18 but the crowd was already 30 people deep so I went on up to the front and watched it on the TV. Just an absolute joy to witness. Here are a few things I found interesting:
1.) TV doesn't do the course justice. It is absolutely beautiful. It doesn't look real.....in a good way.
2.) I didn't realize how much elevation there is at Augusta. There are alot of hills.
3.) There are absolutely NO weeds....NONE. I can say that the grounds are Perfect.
4.) The people, spectators and workers were as nice as they could be. Everybody was friendly and talked to you. The workers actually made you feel like they were glad you were there.
5.) The food was cheap. Pimento sandwichs were $1.25, coke/water was $1.50 and beer was $2.75. That was crazy.
6.) Augusta is efficient. The lines were long in the vending areas and bathrooms but they went fast.
7.) Absolutely no drunks or rude behavior. Great place to take your family.
8.) They had people working the restrooms (4-5 people) and they were clean and didn't smell.
9.) The place was quiet, even when no one was playing. When someone did play, all you could hear were the birds.
10.) Finally, just an awesome expierence. One of the top 5 things I have ever done. Would go back in a second.
Anyways, just wanted to tell everyone and hopefully if you haven't been you will get a chance sometime.
Mark
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My favorite of the year. That place is so GREEN. Your so lucky. I like how the grass grows into the creeks and ponds.
And Phils my favorite player.
Do you live in Augusta?
Mark
T206 Set - 300/524
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EXCELLENT Review !
Have only been to Augusta one time since. I bought a new T'Bird in the early 90's and wanted to try it out. Drove to Augusta to see out local Gastonia Rangers play Augusta (single A teams). On my next visit to see the Rangers at home the team manager gave me a ball signed by all members of the team. They said they appreciated our making the trip. Sorry for getting off subject.
Ron
<< <i>I once had lunch with Tiger, it was great....
Did he buy?
Tiger is such a drama queen. He over reacts to every bad shot. Every bad swing the club is flying out of his hand or he limps like a man with one leg.
Yes he's still the best player in the world
<< <i>7.) Absolutely no drunks or rude behavior. >>
Except for Tiger with his expletives and club throwing.
Mark
T206 Set - 300/524
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<< <i>7.) Absolutely no drunks or rude behavior. >>
Except for Tiger with his expletives and club throwing.
I didn't see him throw any clubs or expletives but I heard he did.
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<< <i>This thread has made me want to go to Augusta. Now I have to do it. >>
I agree. My description really doesn't do Augusta justice. It's one of those things where you have to be there to fully appreciate it. Kinda like being a parent, you don't really know what it's like until you have kids.
Mark
T206 Set - 300/524
I guess the superbowl will always be the #1 sporting event, but Augusta must be up there. Seems like it would be even a better experience than the Kentucky Derby, or one of the tennis majors.
Ron
<< <i>I don't really follow golf, but it seems like Augusta is far underrated vs the world series, NBA finals, etc.
I guess the superbowl will always be the #1 sporting event, but Augusta must be up there. Seems like it would be even a better experience than the Kentucky Derby, or one of the tennis majors. >>
The Super Bowl is not even close to being number # 1 - That beloings to the event coming up in 60 or so days - The FIFA World Cup.
I enjoyed wantching the Masters - great report form Augusta, cincyredlegs !
cheers
<< <i>This thread has made me want to go to Augusta. Now I have to do it. >>
Same here....
<< <i>I would dare say that Augusta National is the most meticulously cared for and groomed sporting venue in the world. They work on the course for like 10-1/2 months of the year. After the Masters is over the memebers are allowed to play for the next month and then it starts getting groomed for the next years event. I can't think of anything else that even compares with this.
Ron >>
Ron ... are you saying that the members are only allowed to play on the course ONE MONTH out of the year??? So the course only gets played for the week of the Masters and the month following??????
Doug
Liquidating my collection for the 3rd and final time. Time for others to enjoy what I have enjoyed over the last several decades. Money could be put to better use.
Not to derail, but hopefully someone can answer this for me. I’m not a huge golf fan, but the only golf event I have ever been to in person was the final day of the 1999 Ryder Cup. Yes, I understand what a huge event this was, and I was fortunate enough to be present for the huge charge the US made on the final day.
But, unlike other sporting events, I was bothered by how little of it I got to see. You’d be watching the 11th hole, and hear about someone making a birdie on 14. Or you’d have a good view for the tee shot, but watch a green for that same hole from 300 yards away. I was comparing it to going to a baseball game, but only getting to see the 3rd and 7th innings.
Please help me out – I’d like to attend another golf event in person at some point – but how do you best watch it and not feel like you’re missing out on tons of stuff going on around you which you can’t see?
Larry - Concerning the vending. I am ashamed to admit it but I had the following from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm:
(2) pimento cheese sandwichs
(2) chicken breast sandwichs
(1) bbq sandwich
(7) beers
(4) cokes
(4) waters
Total $ spent - $38 (probably $125-$150 at any other sporting event)
Total weight gain - 10 lbs.
Mark
T206 Set - 300/524
<< <i>I live in Charleston, SC which is about 2.5 hours away. You are right about how green it is. It looks like the grass is painted on. I have never seen anything like it in my life.
Mark >>
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(2) pimento cheese sandwichs
(2) chicken breast sandwichs
(1) bbq sandwich
(7) beers
(4) cokes
(4) waters
Total $ spent - $38 (probably $125-$150 at any other sporting event)
Total weight gain - 10 lbs.
AWESOME! That is funny. Sounds like a blast. One of these years....
Congrats to Philly.
Also, any other human would have shot 80+ if they hit the ball like Tiger did yesterday and he shot 69!!
<< <i>If I may ask, what does it cost to attend? I had been on the Masters website and saw applications being taken for 2011 but no information. Thanks, Dave >>
exactly what I was wondering...
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<< <i>I would dare say that Augusta National is the most meticulously cared for and groomed sporting venue in the world. They work on the course for like 10-1/2 months of the year. After the Masters is over the memebers are allowed to play for the next month and then it starts getting groomed for the next years event. I can't think of anything else that even compares with this.
Ron >>
Ron ... are you saying that the members are only allowed to play on the course ONE MONTH out of the year??? So the course only gets played for the week of the Masters and the month following?????? >>
I have heard this mentioned on Masters TV coverage in the past and have read it also. I may noy be exact on the 1 month but it would be close. I have also read that there are only like 3 members that are from Georgia. I guess it's a presitige thing. Will try to look this up in a little and will post back. As impossible as it seems, I could be wrong.
Ron
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<< <i>
<< <i>I would dare say that Augusta National is the most meticulously cared for and groomed sporting venue in the world. They work on the course for like 10-1/2 months of the year. After the Masters is over the memebers are allowed to play for the next month and then it starts getting groomed for the next years event. I can't think of anything else that even compares with this.
Ron >>
Ron ... are you saying that the members are only allowed to play on the course ONE MONTH out of the year??? So the course only gets played for the week of the Masters and the month following?????? >>
I have heard this mentioned on Masters TV coverage in the past and have read it also. I may noy be exact on the 1 month but it would be close. I have also read that there are only like 3 members that are from Georgia. I guess it's a presitige thing. Will try to look this up in a little and will post back. As impossible as it seems, I could be wrong.
Ron >>
I just tried to look it up on line. Best I can tell the course is closed from June until October.. Sorry for posting incorrect information. Was doing it from my 61 year old memory. No intention to mislead anyone. Maybe someone can find more information than I could. I am at work and filters block a lot.
Ron
(2) chicken breast sandwichs
(1) bbq sandwich
(7) beers
(4) cokes
(4) waters
Total $ spent - $38 (probably $125-$150 at any other sporting event)
LOL, I was embarassed to post that I consumed:
3-Turkey and Cheese Sandwiches
2-Cokes
2-Bottles of Water
1-Pack of Aspirin
Total Spent $ 11
I did spend almost $400 in ther merchandise area though. It was so busy there, it was like a liscense to print money in the merchandise area.
<< <i>If I may ask, what does it cost to attend? I had been on the Masters website and saw applications being taken for 2011 but no information. Thanks, Dave >>
Tourney Badges are unavailable but if they were they are $200 per day per badge. They have been sold out since 1972, at which time a WAITING list was created and then subsequently closed in 1978. In 2000 the waiting list was reopened for a short period of time and then subsequently closed again. I have no idea how to get regular all week tourney badges unless you purchase from a source like EBAY, Stubhub, ticket broker, or have a friend with badges. As for practice roiund tickets, you can request an application for tickets from the Masters. Its a lottery format every year, if you are chosen, you have the right to purchase tickets to any of the days: Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday.
T206 Set - 300/524
I was stationed at Ft Gordon - Augusta - and I have to agree - the course is incredible! Alot of the courses in the area are really nice also.
Unless something changed - getting tickets for the rounds is practically impossible - they're handed down from family member to family member.
The practice rounds are more accessible.
I'm not a golf fan - but do enjoy watching the Masters - just because of the impeccable management of the course.
My uncle has been in the lottery for practice round tickets for about 20 years now, and he has been awarded them twice. It seems as though he gets them about once every 10 years. If I recall, the practice rounds are pretty cheap; maybe $15-$20 per ticket?
a friend of mine sent me this over the weekend on his trip there...don't know what hole.... practice green?? You can see the leaderboard in the background. Or at least looks like one.