It is not surprising that there is a widening and growing market for golf collectibles. Golf has always been among the oldest popular sports globally. Its long history could be dated back to the 15th century and its roots could be traced to England.
Through the centuries, the sport had followed colonists that cross ocean borders until it landed to the American shores, where it has always been among the most sought-after and celebrated sports of all time.
There is a big potential for golf in the United States. It is estimated that more than 50% of total golf courses globally are located in the country. That is how warmly Americans brace golf. However, the sport still has a worldwide popularity. Many play golf for leisure, but only a few play it as a career. That is why any fanatic could only name a handful of icons and golf superstars.
Who are the icons of golf? In the past, the icons in the sport included Arnold Palmer, Vijay Singh, and Lee Trevino. During the 1950s, women started getting into golf. Some of the women golf icons are Nancy Lopes, Karrie Webb, and Babe Zaharias. They all have inspired many generations of men and women who are eventually seeking professional golf careers.
These days, the most popular golf players are of course Annika Sorenstam, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods. Sorenstam is considered the flag bearer of modern women golfers, while Nicklaus has always attracted golf fanatics for all times. Woods is undoubtedly the most popular golf player today. His name has been a household name for quite some time already.
Among all these superstars, Woods is obviously the most popular and most marketable as far as golf collectibles are concerned. It is not surprising that many golf collectors’ items involve him. Many manufacturers and collectible designers are dying just to enter into a collectible and merchandise deal with Woods. Since the early Woods collectible materials were released, the bankability of this superstar in appealing to golf fanatics, enthusiasts, and fellow players could not be underestimated.
Today, Woods has a growing collection of different pro-sports memorabilia, which ranges from shirts, photographs, and traditional golf balls. Any item with his autograph could be considered a valuable possession by just about anyone. One could easily wonder if it could be appropriate to compare him to mythical Midas, whose every touch is instantly turned into gold. It seems that even the cheapest and most invaluable golf items could immediately cost like diamonds or gold once Wood signs in it. How powerful his signature could get!
However, golf collectibles from many other stars and veteran golf players could still remain as top sellers. For instance, Nicklaus collections are still the most sought-after in different online auctions. Photographs of Woods together with Nicklaus could surely cost thousands to millions of dollars, more especially if signed by both icons.
Aside from superstars, commemoration of golf events could also be hot items for collectibles. Items related to PGA main events could be as in-demand as those associated with and signed by the golf superstars. Golf clubs, balls, and magazines could even be included in the roster of sought-after golf collectibles. This could be possible if those items would bear important signatures from Woods, Nicklaus, Sorenstam, and other iconic golf players.
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Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Monday, October 3, 2011
Golf Course Guide For Costa Del Sol, Spain
The Costa del sol golf course guide is a "rough guide" and is purely the personal opinion of the author. Please take in to consideration that these comments are subjective, personal opinions and standards of golf differ. Please take this rough guide as exactly that, an honest, personal opinion from a fellow golf addict.
Alcaidesa Links Golf Course, Costa del Sol, Spain.
Alcaidesa golf course is a 18 hole, par 70 golf course.
Address: Ctra de Cadiz (N340), Km 124.6, La Linea, Cadiz. Tel: +34 956 791 040.
This is a beautiful and tricky golf course for every standard of golfer from 28 handicap to scratch. Allis and Clark have made and admirable attempt to create a rare links course on the Costa. Stunning views across the bay to Gibraltar and hilly terrain make it a delight to play. Take plenty of balls, as the fairways are tight and unforgiving surrounded by gorse and ravines.
A buggy is needed - even for the fittest amongst us- and as you play consider taking an extra club up on par threes because of deceptive wind.
Alhaurin Golf Course, Costa del sol, Spain.
Alhaurin golf course is a 18+18+9, par 72 golf course which was designed by Severiano Ballesteros.
Address: Ctra Mijas-Alhaurin, (MA485) Km6, Alhaurin el Grande. Tel: +34 95 259 5970.
Tight beyond belief, difficult beyond anything I have every seen before.
The first hole is extremely difficult with a narrow fairway and rocks to the sides of the fairway, which send your ball bouncing high in to the sky, never to be seen again. As you progress the course gets tougher and if you are not really on top of your game you could easily become more and more disheartened as you progress around the course. I stopped counting shots after I lost my tenth golf ball! By the 18th I had suffered several episodes of golf rage and was close to a nervous breakdown.
I've read course guides say that this course "compels golfers to concentrate on their game and choose with care which club they should use for every stroke." Personally I would say this course is one of the toughest golf course on the Costa del Sol. This course is at best described as a challenge for an experienced player who is on top form, at worst its tight and downright cruel.
Alhaurin golf course is generally cheaper to play than most other local golf courses.
A buggy is essential as is an ample supply of golf balls.
Cabopino Golf Course, Costa del Sol, Spain.
Cabopino golf course is a 18 hole par 71 golf course.
It's a relatively new course but it has matured very quickly and is very well maintained. The marshal's are friendly and very welcoming.
There is a driving range on the approach road to the course, so if you arrive early you can loosen up your swing. Alternatively you could take the approach Andy and I prefer, loosen up with a San Miguel at the bar before you tee off.
Cabopino golf has a pleasant clubhouse, with a pleasant sun terrace where you can sit, eat, drink and enjoy the views of the ocean. The staff in the bar and restaurant are friendly staff and they serve good quality food.
The short at only course is only 5,170 meters long but it's has tight fairways and is challenging.
The greens are large and were of fantastic quality when we last visited. The third hole is the one most people enjoy the most and it's not one you will forget, it's a par 4 which drops dramatically from the tee to the green and has outstanding views. A buggy is advisable on this course, which is hilly.
Dama de Noche Golf Course, Costa del Sol, Spain.
Dama de Noche golf course is a 9 hole, Par 70 golf course.
Centro Commercial Plaza, Oficinas 51-52, 29660, Nueva Andalucia, Marbella.
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