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McIlroy Finishes 1 back of winner at Abu Dhabi

McIlroy Finishes 1 back of winner at Abu Dhabi

Dustin Ashby January 20, 2014 Comments Off on McIlroy Finishes 1 back of winner at Abu Dhabi

In what was shaping up to be a drama free start to the 2014 season, Rory McIlroy just can’t seem to handle prosperity. During his downtime this winter, McIlroy got engaged to his girlfriend,

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Predictions for 2014

Predictions for 2014

admin January 4, 2014 Comments Off on Predictions for 2014

It’s that time again when people are prone to reflecting on the year that just wrapped up while looking ahead at what’s in store. You can do the reflecting on your own, but I’ll

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You Go Daddy, You Go

You Go Daddy, You Go

admin December 16, 2013 Comments Off on You Go Daddy, You Go

While we’re big supporters of grow the game initiatives here at The Back Nine, not everything has to be for everybody. Case in point, the former Golf Club of Scottsdale is embracing change whether

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Two 59’s we won’t remember for long

Two 59’s we won’t remember for long

admin December 13, 2013 Comments Off on Two 59’s we won’t remember for long

As a professional golfer if you are able to post the magic number of 59 over an 18-hole competitive round your name will find the historical record books.  But that’s not the case for

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Audio – USGA Modifies Decisions – Armchair Rules Officials Take Notice

Audio – USGA Modifies Decisions – Armchair Rules Officials Take Notice

admin November 19, 2013 Comments Off on Audio – USGA Modifies Decisions – Armchair Rules Officials Take Notice

The USGA and R&A made an announcement today regarding several noteworthy Rules of Golf Decisions.  Armchair Rules Officials will want to take notice of the changes.

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Audio – Peter Uihlein – A Trend Setter

Audio – Peter Uihlein – A Trend Setter

admin November 19, 2013 Comments Off on Audio – Peter Uihlein – A Trend Setter

Peter Uihlein won the European Tour’s Rookie of the Year Award this week.  Could he be showing young American players another path to playing professional golf? LISTEN HERE  

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Gateway PGA Golf Sale – November 15-17

Gateway PGA Golf Sale – November 15-17

admin November 14, 2013 Comments Off on Gateway PGA Golf Sale – November 15-17

Josh Riley, Executive Director of  the Gateway PGA, joined Dustin Ashby on The Back Nine Radio Show to discuss this weekend’s Gateway PGA Golf Sale at the Missouri Athletic Club West – Friday thru

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The Woodlands Country Club – A Golfer’s Dream Destination

The Woodlands Country Club – A Golfer’s Dream Destination

admin November 14, 2013 Comments Off on The Woodlands Country Club – A Golfer’s Dream Destination

Several former members of the University of Missouri-St. Louis Men’s Golf team will be headed to Houston next week for the 2nd annual golf getaway.  Last year the group traveled to Kiawah Resort for

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Meadowbrook Country Club’s Betz Starts Strong at PGA Assistant’s Championship

Meadowbrook Country Club’s Betz Starts Strong at PGA Assistant’s Championship

admin October 31, 2013 Comments Off on Meadowbrook Country Club’s Betz Starts Strong at PGA Assistant’s Championship

The 37th Annual PGA National Assistant’s Championship presented by National Car Rental is being played in Port St. Lucie, FL this weekend.  Representing the Gateway PGA are Adam Betz of Meadowbrook Country Club and

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Chamblee Addresses Situation with Tiger on Golf Central

Chamblee Addresses Situation with Tiger on Golf Central

admin October 30, 2013 Comments Off on Chamblee Addresses Situation with Tiger on Golf Central

Brandel Chamblee made a special appearance on Golf Channel’s Golf Central program this evening to address the situation with Tiger Woods.  It was just over a week ago when Golf.com released an article penned

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