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Golfer Jim Rossol of Door County.

I caught up with Jim this spring shortly after scoring his first hole-in-one. After playing golf on and off for the past 53 years, Jim recorded his first ace on May 20 on #6 at The Orchards. (See “Short Shots” from last issue’s Pulse).

Age: 62

Current handicap: 15

Home town: Baileys Harbor

Home course: The Orchards

Occupation: Retired for 7 years. Volunteer work – Chairman, Baileys Harbor Parks and Recreation Committee; Treasurer, Baileys Harbor Community Association.

Years playing the game: On and off (with a 20 year hiatus) for 53 years

Best 18-hole score: 78 at Maxwelton Braes

Favorite golf memory: Breaking 80 for the first time

Golf accomplishment most proud of: Hole in One. #6 at The Orchards.

Nicest golf course ever played: Bellrieve Country Club, St. Louis, MO

Favorite pro golfer: Tom Watson

Favorite foursome: Devin Burke, Gary Kriek, Fred DeMaio

Game strength: Driving

What needs work: Putting

What’s in the bag?: Wislon Staff Ci7 irons with UST Proforce V2 stiff graphite shafts. Odyssey white hot 2 ball SRT putter. Vokey spin milled wedge, 56-14. MG Golf 460 square Driver.

Who’s your caddy? (if you could choose one): Jason Daubner

Golf tip to share: Swing easy, let the club do the work.

Interests outside of golf: Cooking; photography; top-down motoring; winter vacationing in Mexico.