One of the most controversial posts in the short history of this site involved Tiger Woods and his lack of presence in the black community. I held the stance that although Tiger was under no obligation to help anybody, he should take a more hands on approach in less fortunate areas.
Yes, I’m fully aware of the Tiger Woods foundation, but it’s always seemed like something he threw money at, did photo ops, and politely went about his day not giving a damn. There’s a difference lending your name and cash to something, and REALLY getting out there with your hands in the dirt.
Anyways…. ESPN’s “Outside The Lines” did a segment how there are no black golfers on the PGA Tour and if Tiger Woods was under any responsibility to help black golfers make it. They also interviewed two black golfers who are trying to make it, and asked them what they thought of Tiger’s refusal to get involved.
Tiger Woods will always be able to skirt the issue and mention that he gives money to poor people through his foundation, which is far less invasive than taking a young black golfer under his wing and really making a difference in the sport.
So, we all know Tiger doesn’t HAVE to do anything….. but do you think he should?
To say that the golf world is a little excited about Tiger Woods is coming back would be a huge understatement. The mainstream has pretty much ignored the sports since Tiger has been gone, so there have been little commercials hyping his return.
The golf channel recruited Samuel L. Jackson to recite Ezekiel 25:17 aka “path of the righteous man” aka “the shit Jules said before shooting someone in Pulp Fiction“. The only thing missing from the commercial are a few well placed curse words. Something like… “TIGER WOODS IS COMING BACK TO THE MUTHAFUCKIN PGA TOUR”.
So I watched all six hours of the 108th U.S. Open golf tournament today. I know I’m not breaking any news with this…. but Tiger Woods is flat out amazing at what he does.
Tiger struggled most of the day, and rightfully so since he’s coming off of knee surgery. You could see him wince in pain frequently throughout the course and it was beginning to look like he’d fall just short. The round concluded in dramatic fashion with Tiger Woods alone on the final hole. He could either make the shot and continue, or miss the shot and go home…. in true Tiger fashion he drained the damned thing.
My regular readers already know that I don’t particularly care for Mr. Woods, but as a sports fan… you can’t help but admire what he does in competition. I started out the day rooting against him, but by the final hole I couldn’t help but pull for the guy.
We haven’t seen a professional athlete bring opponents to their knees like this since Jordan. Here’s a video of the dramatic final hole to force a playoff, my homie Starter would appreciate the double fist pump.
One of the most controversial posts in the short history of this site involved Tiger Woods and his lack of presence in the black community. I held the stance that although Tiger was under no obligation to help anybody, he should take a more hands on approach in less fortunate areas.