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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.