CONGRATS TO STEVE STRICKER ON WINNING THE 2011 JOHN DEERE
CLASSIC, KNOWN BY THE BRITISH TABLOIDS AS "THE TRACTOR TRIPLE".
(PHOTO COURTESY OF BARRY CRONIN AND THE JDC)

YES..The Gog Blog finally got this years shot of the 2011 John Deere Classic
winner Steve Stricker with the JDC trophy. Many things didn't happen as
fast as we would have liked this past week, but no power was an issue
for many folks so our coverage is a bit behind after almost 33 hours in our
dark Gog Blog offices.

My apologies to all that were waiting for our photo and virtual audio tour
of 2011 US Amateur site Erin Hills WI.. After falling two days behind this
past week the feature will  now run this week. Erin Hills is also the site of
the 2017 US Open, more information visit www.erinhills.com.

In addition, please enjoy our wrap up of the Womens Western Golf
Association (WWGA) 85th Annual National Girls Golf Championship
from Flossmoor CC. Congrats to Ashley Armstrong of Flossmoor
on the win, that came on hole 20 of a sudden death playoff. Our planned
coverage during the week, was also reduced due to the storm and
power loss.

The same goes for our British Open coverage, The Gog Blog plans
a short wrap up on the seasons third major, after the "Champion
Golfer of the Year" is decided at Royal St. Georges later today.

MORE BRITISH OPEN..talk and GM/Head Professional Brian
Bechtold of The Bridges at Popular Creek in Hoffman Estates..join
Ed, Mike, Billy and the Gog Blog Guy on Monday night on Golfers
on Golf Radio WJJG AM-1530. Or on line www.golfersongolf.com.
Tee-Time is 6 PM. Other Guests TBA...

THE 2012 US WOMENS OPEN...July 2-8 in 2012 now has tickets
on sale. Volunteer positions are going quickly, even with the $150
registration fee. But what volunteers get in return is quite a package
of goodies. One volunteer badge allowing access on all days, two
golf shirts, one wind jacket, one hat or visor, a volunteer pin, food
and beverage vouchers, free parking all week and more. To sign
up, or order tickets please visit www.2012USWomensOpen.com.
Or call (920)-453-2889.

ARCHITECT TOM DOAK..is moving along with his new course
project at the Stream Song Resort in Central Florida (located in
between Orlando and Tampa). The routing is done and six holes
are grassed with the remaining holes to be done within 60 days.
The resort will have 36 holes, with another course designed by
Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. For more information please
visit www.streamsongresort.com.

CONGRATS TO MEDINAH MEMBER MARK SLABY...
and his crew of 150 plus volunteers who made Medinah Patriot
Day a success on July 7th at Medinah CC. A full day of fun,
golf and entertainment raised over $75,000 for needy military
families in Illinois. Stay tuned for details on next year's event
at www.medinahpatriotday.com. Updates also will be available
here as they become known for the 2012 event.

PATRIOT GOLF WEEKEND OUTINGS AT TREETOPS
RESORT IN MICHIGAN...All Labor day weekend long,
Treetops Resort in Gaylord will host events to raise funds for
Patriot Golf Day and the Folds of Honor Foundation. There
will be multiple outings with ways to donate. For more info.
(888)-TREETOPS or info@treetopsgolfresort.com.

THE CROSSTOWN CLASSIC IS BACK...thanks to the
folks at Cog Hill in Lemont and Pine Meadow Golf up in
Mundelein. On Saturday and Sunday July 30 and 31, golfers
can play an event that includes golf at Pine Meadow and
on Dubsdread Course #4 at Cog Hill. For more information
contact Dennis@pinemeadow or call (847)-566-GOLF.

OTHER GOLF DEALS..visit websites and get coupons
for, Settlers Hill GC in Batavia (630)-232-1636. Weekday
and weekend deals now running. Tanna Farms for info call
(630)-232-4300 or visit www.tannafarms.com. Foxford
Hills GC, specials for juniors, seniors and more. Please
visit website www.foxfordhillsgolfclub.com. (847)-639-0400.
In the south burbs...visit Ravisloe GC more information
please call (708)-798-5600.

THANKS FOR READING ALONG..hope your watching
the end of the British Open, Champion Golfer of the Year
to be named soon...and then GO PLAY.

The Gog Blog Speaks Out returns tomorrow on Monday.