Make no mistake about it the Black course is back – as host of the 2009 US Open. This warning sign on the first tee box is no joke – enough to scare the faint of heart (faint of heart -Fig. people who are squeamish; someone who is sickened or disturbed by unpleasantness or challenge.), shorter drivers or the poorest of putters.

The next few days will test the best of the best.  Even before the event started some golf greats were celebrated. At the Met Golf Writers dinner D.J. Gregory received the Mary Bea Porter award- recognizing an individual, who through an heroic or humanitarian act, saves or betters the lives of others. D.J. grew up with cerebral palsy and was told he would never walk. He had a dream to walk every hole on the PGA Tour. In 2008 he did just that and blogged about it.  In 44 weeks he covered 3,200 holes and over 1,000 miles with only 29 falls.  His message is simple and clear ” From this, I just want people to know that if they have a dream, they need to chase it,” Gregory said, “and never take no for an answer”. If you have not seen DJ walking with friends you can check it out on you tube.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUSHN5EB0v8

You can find DJ this week signing copies of his book Walking with Friends in the merchandise tent Friday.

With predictions running wild and records to be set one thing is for sure if the weather does not cooperate we could convert this event into the worlds largest slip and slide party. Believe me this is the time you wish you owned a Lexus or you may want to think about buying one if it gets you into their hospitality tent.