Tag Archives: The Masters

The Best Seat in the House

Posted on July 20, 2020 by Keith Hirshland

” Should I stay or should I go” The Clash   I used to work in sports television. I was one of the guys who sat inside a converted tractor trailer in a maintenance area, parking lot, or the bowels … Continue reading →

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My New Masters Tradition

Posted on April 9, 2018 by Keith Hirshland

“A Tradition Unlike Any Other” Jim Nantz   I have been watching The Masters on CBS ever since I can remember (and I can’t remember when I started). The first weekend in April always included the network’s coverage of the … Continue reading →

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Why Aren’t We More Inspired?

Posted on March 29, 2018 by Keith Hirshland

I get no respect.” Rodney Dangerfield   One of professional golf’s best events of the year started today. No, I’m not a week early. I’m not talking about a little “toonamint” in Georgia. I’m referring to The ANA Inspiration, or … Continue reading →

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2018 Predictions Sure To Be Wrong

Posted on December 13, 2017 by Keith Hirshland

If you know me, you know this story. In 1996, when both Scott Van Pelt and I were working for The Golf Channel, I made a bet that Tiger Woods would NEVER win on the PGA TOUR. Yes, that Scott … Continue reading →

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Nothing Changes If Nothing Changes

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Keith Hirshland

“Put it back.” My Mom (about a gazillion times)   I’m a huge fan of The Masters. I have been for as long as I can remember. I have been fortunate to attend several tournaments, actually work a couple (thank … Continue reading →

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It’s Official!

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Keith Hirshland

“The referee is going to be the most important person in the ring tonight besides the fighters.” George Foreman   There is so much to talk about dear readers. First and foremost, let me give some hearty congratulations to the North … Continue reading →

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Pick A Winner

Posted on March 29, 2017 by Keith Hirshland

I am a terrible prognosticator. I realize it. I readily admit it. I know why it’s true. I bet with my heart and not with my head. All you have to do is look at my 2017 March Madness Bracket … Continue reading →

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It’s High Time We Cut Jean van de Velde Some Slack

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Keith Hirshland

This past Sunday Jordan Spieth stood on the 12th tee at Augusta National on a collision course with history. He was seven holes away from becoming the youngest player ever to win two Masters’ green jackets. He was a great … Continue reading →

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My Heartfelt Thanks To Arnold Palmer

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Keith Hirshland

“Mama, put my guns in the ground I can’t shoot them anymore. That long black cloud is comin’ down I feel I’m knockin’ on heaven’s door.”   Bob Dylan     Like millions of golf fans, I watched the ceremonial … Continue reading →

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The Masters Needs THIS Guy To Start Winning Green Jackets

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Keith Hirshland

Let me correct myself right out of the gate. The Masters doesn’t NEED anything or anyone. But I firmly believe the annual Augusta golf get together would benefit most going forward if one player started winning the most coveted coat … Continue reading →

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