What a day....

Good evening everyone. It's Mike here, and I would like to share an unexpected surprise that occurred today that I never forget. Due to a last minute vacancy on Annika's Pro-Am team, I had the privilege of joining her group. We played with Tony Ponturo, VP of Global Media & Sports Marketing for Anheuser-Busch (AB) who was voted the most influential person in sports marketing by the Sports Business Journal, Bob Lachky, Chief Creative Officer at AB who helps design all the Bud commercials, including the popular “Dude” spots and the award winning Super Bowl ads each year, and Chris Higgs, the Chief Operating Officer of the LPGA Tour. From a business standpoint it was a truly humbling and exhilarating experience! From a golf standpoint, I showed my true chopping colors and did not help our team at all! We still had a wonderful time and finished 14 under in the scramble format on the strength of Annika and Chris’ play.  Annika is hitting it well and in a great frame of mind. She’s paired with Lorena and Suzann tomorrow, and we’re looking forward to an exciting week! She'll check in after her round. Cheers....

Comments

[Peg]

WOW Mike!!!
Wonderful day golfing with Annika and the team. I am sure Annika loved playing with you. It didn't matter how you golfed.
14 under is pretty good score.
Good luck Annika tomorrow. Have fun!!!!

[Annika the Cat]

Hi Mike,

I was doing a little tree climbing and I thought I saw you down there.. No need to worry about your game. There is always The ANNIKA Academy!

I would say that Pro-Am team surrounding you put you on talent overload. Not a bad thing! Have a great time!

AND Go Annika!

[Howard & Helen]

Sounds like you had fun and wonderfully successful (in real life) partners. I hope you had your Annika Academy hat and shirt on for all the fans to see. Maybe Annika can set you up for some lessons at the Academy for next time. We are happy Annika is playing so well and that you are having fun. You are making Howard jealous!

[LoJo]

Hey Mike.... Glad you were able to play in the Pro-Am and I'd guess Annika was thrilled too.

No squeezing stress balls this week! haha

Enjoy your time in Williamsburg.

[Golf54deciple]

Mike,
You are soooo funny!! And humble . . . those big trees didn't get the best of you, no sireee!!

And having seen Annika's round for today, you have been saying for some time how well she's been hitting the ball and that her attitude and confidence are at an all time high.

I'm with you that we're all going to get to experience a very special year from a very special person.

Can't wait to get to the Ginn Tribute and serve as a volunteer with the same great attitude!!!

[Christine]

Mike
I'm glad you are a humble chopper with a good sense of humor. Your story made me smile. One might assume that you're much better than the average duffer due to your relationship with Annika. Bet you keep her laughing.....a good thing no doubt while she's recovering from the neck issue and back in play.

[Mike McGee]

Thanks for the comments everyone. Yes, with a Dad who played over 25 years on the tours and a fiance who's the best ever, one would expect a better game....definitely a Black Sheep!

Anyways, that doesn't matter....how about our girl!!!! Excellent start and I love her mindset! It's going to be a fun weekend!