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Best in Buffalo-Niagara: Scrambler’s Omission Series ~ Hole #12

Posted on April 22, 2012

I apologize for the lateness of this week’s submission.  I spent the week playing 162 holes of golf in the Pinehurst / Roanoke areas, and my iPad was not cooperating with my intention to submit the article during my ride … finish reading Best in Buffalo-Niagara: Scrambler’s Omission Series ~ Hole #12

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Hickory Golf – Gettin’ “Jigger” With it!

Posted on April 10, 2012

Yes, I know that was a lame pun.  But, there’s something I needed to admit to everyone. “Hello, my name is Scrambler, and I’m a Hickory Golf Addict.”

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Best in Buffalo-Niagara: Scrambler’s Omission Series ~ Hole #11

Posted on April 10, 2012

Continuing through our process, most of my “first pass” favorites were also selected by the nominating committee.  But a few were overlooked and worthy of mention.  As is often the case, this week’s edition is prominently affected by topography.

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Bob Labbance Writings ~ 10th Hole Nominated Courses

Posted on April 4, 2012

Before an untimely death in 2008, we were honored to have worked with Bob Labbance.  For too short a period, Bob provided some writings for BuffaloGolfer.com, related to the contributions of Wayne Stiles on our area courses. Coincidentally, two of these courses … finish reading Bob Labbance Writings ~ 10th Hole Nominated Courses

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Bob Labbance: Wayne Stiles and East Aurora Country Club

Posted on April 4, 2012

(Although Bob Labbance passed away in 2008, his words continue to inspire us to be better researchers and writers.  In his honor, we have left this introductory paragraph as it was when Bob joined us in 2007.) Bob serves as … finish reading Bob Labbance: Wayne Stiles and East Aurora Country Club

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Best in Buffalo-Niagara: Scrambler’s Omission Series ~ Hole #10

Posted on April 4, 2012

Heading off on the outward 9, I start looking back in time for some of the omissions from this week’s polling.  One brings back some nostalgia, another reaches back to the original works of William Harries, and the final recounts … finish reading Best in Buffalo-Niagara: Scrambler’s Omission Series ~ Hole #10

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In Memory ~ Byrncliff’s 10th Hole Eulogy

Posted on April 4, 2012

This week’s discussion of the Best 10th Hole has dredged up some painful memories for me.  In particular, I can’t help but be reminded of one of the great holes in Buffalo-Niagara that was lost due to natural disaster several … finish reading In Memory ~ Byrncliff’s 10th Hole Eulogy

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Best in Buffalo-Niagara: Scrambler’s Omission Series ~ Hole #9

Posted on March 25, 2012

 The 9th hole is an interesting place on the golf course.  For stroke players, it often serves as the first “check point.”  Because of that,  scores are often added after the 8th green, placing a ”target” in mind on the 9th tee.  Is there a … finish reading Best in Buffalo-Niagara: Scrambler’s Omission Series ~ Hole #9

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Enough from this Amateur – Thoughts from the Architectural Pros

Posted on March 24, 2012

Throughout this “Best in Buffalo-Niagara” series, we’ve all had the opportunity to act as “armchair” architect critics.  You’ve all been voting your approval on the work of many course designers over the past several weeks.  I’ve been adding my commentary … finish reading Enough from this Amateur – Thoughts from the Architectural Pros

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Best in Buffalo-Niagara: Scrambler Omission Series ~ Hole #8

Posted on March 24, 2012

A pressing work deadline and a Scrambler Jr. dental emergency delayed this week’s series, but I hope it’s worth the wait.  After comparing the Nominating Committee’s list to mine, I discovered two other holes that I think are worthy of mention.

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The Amazing Winter of 2011-12 ~ A Review

Posted on March 15, 2012

Now that the 2012 Season seems to be “officially” open, it’s an appropriate time to reflect on the most amazing Golfing winter I can recall.  After the long, morale-sapping,  soul-sucking winter of 2010-2011, the Golf Gods made it up to … finish reading The Amazing Winter of 2011-12 ~ A Review

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Best Holes in Buffalo-Niagara: Scrambler’s Omission Series ~ Hole #7

Posted on March 14, 2012

If you’ve been following my series from the beginning, you probably have detected some themes in my taste for golf holes.  In general, I enjoy the risk/rewards of 1/2 par holes, but  I am also heavily influenced by topography.  My … finish reading Best Holes in Buffalo-Niagara: Scrambler’s Omission Series ~ Hole #7

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St. Bonaventure Golf Course – Scrambler Memories

Posted on March 13, 2012

I know the Mouth has already written about SBU’s course, but since our alma mater has not one, but two teams playing in the NCAA Tournament this week, we hope you’ll accommodate our redundant pride. I still remember the first … finish reading St. Bonaventure Golf Course – Scrambler Memories

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Best Holes in Buffalo-Niagara: Scrambler’s Omission Series ~ Hole #6

Posted on March 6, 2012

I was struggling a little bit more this week to conjure up some righteous indignation about holes that were omitted from the Best of Buffalo-Niagara Poll.  Perhaps I used up all my indignation watching Tiger on Sunday. However, several weeks … finish reading Best Holes in Buffalo-Niagara: Scrambler’s Omission Series ~ Hole #6

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Scrambler’s Conversion to Hickory Golf: It’s Getting Real

Posted on March 5, 2012

For the last year or so, I have contemplated taking up Hickory Golf.  It seemed absurd to many of my friends.  While everyone is looking forward to the latest advancement in Golf club technology, I was yearning for an experience … finish reading Scrambler’s Conversion to Hickory Golf: It’s Getting Real

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