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PUBLISHER’S LETTER Spring Ahead.... The changes of spring are all around Florida’s first coast. Plush local foliage is coming alive before our eyes, temperatures are rising, convertible tops are coming down, and beach festivals seem to be popping up every week. This year spring signals change at PVL as well. This is the first issue developed under our new publishing team, and we promise you will be delighted with the additions ahead. We will continue with PVL’s traditional stunning fashion spreads and will be expanding the range and usability of our content. We are expanding sections to promote new products or technologies that might positively affect our clients’ lives. We see PVL becoming an information source for our area businesses and readers alike. This issue we call attention to a local spring favorite: The Players Championship. PVL is your guide to the TPC highlighting exactly where you want to be and when to get the full experience. Your social calendar will be full if you check with PVL first. We’re also giving our full attention to the men of Ponte Vedra with a special TPC guide just for them. We’ve sought out everything a guy needs for TPC week including nearby hangouts for a meaty meal and a few happy hour specials, tips on cigar selection, post-tourney parties, the latest in golf gear and attire, and even tips from TPC golf pros to fix your bad golf swing habits. If golf isn’t your thing, maybe red wine is. Our travel section highlights our vacation to Napa Valley complete with a list of can’tmiss vineyards. And of course, we would never abandon our loyal fashionistas! This issue showcases a stunning layout with America’s Next Top Model winner and Jacksonville native Yoanna House in a vintage airplane–inspired shoot in the magnificent Marco Hangar. In closing, I would like to express sincere thanks to our readers and advertisers without whom PVL would cease to exist. I am very excited with this new challenge and look at it as an opportunity to make a great magazine even better. Suggestions are always welcome at PVL, so please don’t hesitate to contact us. I hope you enjoy the issue. Kim Ponte Vedra Life
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Departments Featured Story: Discovery Montessori | 12
Inspiring children to become passionate lifelong learners one child at a time
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Discovery Montessori’s largest fundraiser event
Prime and Prep: Intensif-eye Your Lids and Lashes | 38 Sassy eyeliner techniques for any occasion
Five Minutes of Face Time: Shane Matthews | 16
Legendary University of Florida quarterback shares why he’s excited for his post-NFL career as a high school coach and dad
Escape: 48 Hours in Napa | 34
Swirl, sniff and sip your way through this world-class wine country
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Jacksonville Fashion Week Events
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by Tracy Margol
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here is only one place in Jacksonville where a 3-year-old can eat a salad made of vegetables she grew from seedlings, learn Mandarin Chinese, mentor a 2-year-old, and share artwork via Skype with a child living in the Congo. And that place is Discovery Montessori in Jacksonville Beach. Utilized in some 20,000 schools worldwide, the Montessori method of education, developed by educator and physician Maria Montessori in the early 1900s, supports the development of each child at his or her own pace through independence, self-discovery, and multi-age classroom learning. Discovery Montessori was founded in 1990 by dedicated parents who wished to further the Montessori experience for their children. Located on
two wooded acres in a quiet residential area of Jacksonville Beach, Discovery maintains a carefully planned and stimulating environment where children discover materials specially designed for their maturity level. Discovery’s campus-like learning environment, known as the Montessori Village, creates an integrated and dynamic community of students, families, teachers and friends. “Our campus is very warm and inviting,” said Kim Bednarek, head of the school. The school is nonprofit and holds accreditations from the Florida Kindergarten Council, American Montessori Society, and Independent School Management. Younger children are grouped with older children providing an opportunity for mentorship and behavior modeling. As students give lessons to other students, they exercise leadership and also master the subject matter. “If you’ve taught a subject, you’ve mastered the concept,” Bednarek said. In an effort to teach conservationism, Discovery implemented their Youth Philanthropy Initiative this year. As part of the initiative, students visit the White Oak Conservation Center in Northeast Florida to learn about some of the world’s
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rarest animals and related research and conservation efforts. They then sell Endangered Species organic chocolate to raise funds for conservation causes. “We want to teach the difference between philanthropy and charity,” Bednarek said, “and philanthropy is looking for solutions to problems.” Discovery also values green living and teaches children to cultivate, eat and even sell produce that they grow in their own “edible schoolyard.” Some of these plants are grown from seedlings in an on-site greenhouse. “We’re having an Earth Day festival in April where the children will sell items from their garden to raise money for future supplies and seeds,” Bednarek said. The school building itself is consistent with the conservation and green living values the school teaches. Discovery has been awarded a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certificate by the U.S. Green Building Council. The certificate verifies that the school was designed and built with consideration to sustainable materials, water savings, energy efficiency, and indoor environmental quality. Children at Discovery Montessori are grouped by age into four categories: Toddler Community (18 months to 3 years); Preprimary, (ages 3 to 6); Lower Elementary, (first and second grades); and Upper Elementary, (third, fourth, and fifth grades).
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morning class or a four-day morning class that is designed to assist children toward independence, social awareness, respect and the development of motor skills and language. Toddler classrooms are prepared to provide nurturance, security and challenges in an orderly environment.
Preprimary Education (ages 3 to 6) The multi-age classroom allows students to learn from their experienced peers. Older children benefit from a leadership opportunity while younger children have daily positive role models aside from their teachers. Students are encouraged to focus on their own progress and develop to their fullest potential.
Elementary Education (ages 6 to 11) In this multi-age classroom, students are able to learn from their experienced peers and are encouraged to concentrate on their own progress. These students acquire an awareness and appreciation for people beyond their own community. They learn about the universe at large as well as other areas of the world where students live and how they relate to those microcosms. For more information on Discovery Montessori, go to dmsonline.org.
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iscovery’s largest fundraiser of the year was a huge success! Their annual silent auction event was held in the downtown library. Many thanks to our volunteers, supporters and contributors who made this happen.
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OF FACE TIME: 5 MINUTES Former NFL player and University of Florida star quarterback Shane Matthews chats with PVL about life on the side lines PVL: Your college football career is noted as one of the most memorable in the history of Florida. You have set records and acquired awards throughout your college and NFL careers. How were you able to transition from breathing football every day to living an ordinary life? SM: I retired from football in 2006, and since then I have kept very busy being a dad and spending time with my kids. It is sometimes difficult realizing that something you’ve done your entire life is over and now it’s time to focus on something new. However, being a competitive person, I have naturally been steered back to football, but now as a high school football coach. PVL: What is it like being an educator and mentor to Allen D. Nease High School students? SM: Being a high school coach is something that I always wanted to achieve. In my opinion, a high school coach has much more influence on a kid than any other coach he will ever play for. I enjoy it because not only are we coaching the fundamentals of football, but we are also coaching the fundamentals of life — teaching kids to do the right things and make smart choices that will allow them to be successful in life. My dad was my high school coach in Mississippi. He helped develop our team into state champions. Those are memories that will last a lifetime and ones I will never forget. I hope to follow in his footsteps.
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PVL: What are your goals for Nease High School’s football team? Are you planning on grooming the next Tim Tebow? SM: Bottom line: To win! Win championships — district, state. That is what we preach. That is why we do all of the hard work in the off-season and during the season. Nease will win and win doing it the right way. We will be a first-class organization. Our kids will do well in the classroom, no exception. We will have measures in place to ensure that our kids act appropriately on and off the field. On Friday nights our fans will see that we are a well-coached team, fundamentally sound and one that plays extremely hard. My goal is to develop a top-notch football program in Northeast Florida as well as
the entire state. I want to create an atmosphere where kids want to play for Nease and will cherish playing there on Friday nights. I plan on grooming a lot of good, solid football players. My staff and I are committed to pushing and developing all players in the Nease football program. I am excited about the staff I have put together and feel like it’s possibly the most qualified staff around. Our goal is to challenge our kids athletically and academically and develop them into solid young men. PVL: When we hear the name Shane Matthews, we automatically think: quarterback for the Gators. When your children hear your name, what comes to their minds? Who is Shane Matthews to them? SM: I am just a normal dad to them. I am a dad that drives dance carpool, spends time with my daughter at dance recitals and competitions, and coaches youth sports. I coach my son’s football, basketball, and baseball teams. I can’t be more proud of my kids and the young adults they have matured into. They have moved with me throughout my NFL days and loved every minute of it. They know that I will always be there for them no matter what. They are my pride and joy. PVL: Tell us about your family life. What is a typical weekend in the Matthews household?
SM: Not really. Sports are still a very big part of my life — always have been and most likely always will be, especially now that I’m a high school coach. For the last five to six years I have thoroughly enjoyed training and motivating young quarterbacks. For the last 12 years I have run Camp QB (www.CampQB.com) with my good friend and Jacksonville University coach, Kerwin Bell. Camp QB is one of the top quarterback camps in the country for kids in sixth to 12th grades. We have kids attend from all over the country. It’s extremely rewarding watching their growth and development each year. I am also hosting a Youth Football Camp this summer on July 20 and 21 called the Shane Matthews Fun-N-Gun Youth Football Camp. I really enjoy taking everything that I’ve learned throughout my playing days and instilling it into these young kids. PVL: Now let’s get personal. What is your idea of the perfect day? SM: Lots of golf. I always enjoy a challenging round of golf when I have time. I love going fishing with my son and basically watching my kids do anything they love to do. My life right now is pretty hectic, so a perfect day to me would be low-key, relaxing at home, taking it easy, and spending time with my kids.
SM: My typical weekend is usually pretty chaotic. There is usually some type of sporting event that my son is involved in or a dance recital or dance practice for my daughter. I can tell you there is never a dull moment. If there is some down time, I’ll usually sneak out for some golf. PVL: Your passion, love and dedication has always revolved around the sport. As you’ve matured, has your focus detoured and evolved in a different direction? Ponte Vedra Life
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he charms of Northern California’s Napa Valley stay the same year-round: a bucolic setting, stellar hospitality, and world-class wine and food. Depending on when you visit, the character of these charms varies thanks to that delicious inevitability that is the changing of the seasons. Most visitors tour the valley in the summer months as the vines are ripening in a comfortable 85 degrees, but late winter and spring are equally ideal with a bumper crop of mustard plants turning the rolling hills bright yellow. At just one-eighth the size of Bordeaux, France, Napa Valley is internationally known as one of the world’s greatest wine regions. More than 400 wineries of every stature dot the 30-mile valley of over 45,000 acres, each cultivating grapes of popular varietals.
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Small family-run or boutique-style wineries offer the most authentic wine country experience, where the owner or winemaker personally gives a tour and conducts the tasting. The experience teaches the taster about how the soil, weather, aging process and wood barrels influence the final product. These boutique aficionados are passionate about the wine they produce, and their personal stories only richen the experience. Ponte Vedra Life took a journey through Napa this winter. In between dining at premier restaurants like The French Laundry, a hot spring mud bath in Calistoga, and wandering the lush grounds along the Napa River at the Milliken Creek Inn and Spa — all of which we highly recommend — we did not neglect the main draw of Napa Valley: wine tasting.
HERE IS A FORETASTE OF OUR FINDINGS. ENJOY. Schramsberg Vineyards Schramsberg has been served at state dinners by every U.S. president since Richard Nixon used their Blanc de Blancs for the “Toast to Peace” in Beijing in 1972. Since then, Schramsberg Vineyards has become widely regarded as America’s best producer of sparkling wine. The tour is captivating telling of German founder Jacob Schram, who was the first in California to dig caves into the mountain to keep the wines cool during the hot summer. The tasting agent describes in great detail how champagne-style wines are made and how smaller bubbles generally indicate a better quality champagne.
Larkmead Vineyards On 145 acres on the floor of Napa Valley, Larkmead produces primarily Cabernet Sauvignon although they have begun to offer small quantities of white wines. The 2009 Cabernet is spectacular with an up-front taste
and a long, smooth finish. We sipped reds by the fire and discussed the unique growing environment afforded Larkmead by nature. The Meritage style offerings are heavy in Cabernet Sauvignon and equally delicious. Anyone who enjoys big red wines will love Larkmead.
Morningside Vineyard George Grodahl founded Morningside Vineyard in 1991 and first produced Chanticleer wines as a hobby in 1994. He expanded production in 2000 but still only produces a few hundred cases a year. Growing only red varietals, the vineyard produces Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese grapes, which are used to produce what most would call “Super Tuscan” style wines. The Cabernet has just enough Sangiovese to soften it and make it unique. The Sangiovese is a lighter, fruity red that gathers body and complexity from the Cabernet. Both are delicious.
Allora Vineyards Terry and Nancy Klein, owners and founders of Allora, are relative newcomers to the wine scene producing their first harvest in fall of 2002. Their 10-acre vineyard produces only red varietals. All of the wines are spectacular here, but the two high-end Cabernet Sauvignon offerings stand out. The Tresca has about 10 percent Cabernet Franc mixed in to produce a complex, powerful ripe berry taste. The 100 percent Cabernet Sauvignon Lusso is a decadent wine that explodes on the palate. But the story of the Lusso label, which includes the “Empty Glass” painting by Margaret Keane, is reason enough to visit Allora.
Anomaly Vineyards When Steve and Linda Goldfarb’s hobby of winemaking in their garage led to high demand from friends, they decided to expand their process. They added a winery next to their small vineyard, and more wonderful Cabernet Sauvignon followed. The Cabernet is smooth yet rich and tastes big without overpowering the palate. On a beautiful piece of property, the stone winery looks like it has been around much longer than its 11 years. Ponte Vedra Life
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ized guidelines to get the perfect level of lift and intensity for any occasion.
THE TAILORED SUIT A favorite look for 2012 is the tailored deep eyeliner on the top lash. Try a gel, liquid, or pen formula for this look. Start by applying the product on the inner corner of the eye and sweep out to the outer lash line. Make sure to get the product as close to the lash line as possible. Simply extend the eyeliner slightly beyond the eye for the retro glam cat eye effect. Always keep Q-tips and a little bit of eye makeup remover handy to clean up any
mistakes. Customize the thickness of the liner to the occasion: really thin for every day and super thick and dramatic for evening. This technique creates lift and a bright-eyed look making it great for those who have darkness or puffiness under the eyes.
RUN-OF-THE-MILL For a quick everyday look, use a basic pencil eyeliner. Even if you don’t have time to apply any eye shadow, liner is the fastest and easiest way to make your eyes stand out. Depending on the look you are going for, line the top lash line only or line the entire eye, top and bottom. Always make sure you connect the top and bottom liner on the corner of the eye if you decide to line the entire eye. Choose a shade that is darker than your eye color as this will help to define your eyes.
ALL THE DRAMA For a more dramatic or smoky-eye look, use a dark eye shadow for eyeliner. Apply it with a damp eye liner brush or a pencil. Line the eyes from the inner corner to the outer cor-
ner using a sweeping motion with the brush or pencil. Line the eyes on the top and bottom lash line making sure to connect the top and bottom together on the corners. The top liner should be slightly more defined or deeper than the bottom liner as this will lift the eyes. Play with colors and shimmer for more drama.
TOOLS OF THE TRADE To make sure your liner always looks fresh, modern and fabulous, buy products that are smudge-proof or water-resistant. If using a gel or powder liner, keep the brush clean so each application goes on as smoothly as the day you purchased it. One final tip: Never line just the bottom of the eye. This causes a very heavy look and does the opposite of lifting the eye. With the eyeliner trend this season, don’t be afraid to experiment. Makeup is about expressing oneself and trying new things. If you don’t like it, just grab a Q-tip, some eye makeup remover, and start again.
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TPC REVEALED
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Photographer: Vincent Pierce Models: JR Vance and Jacob Overeem Wardrobe Stylist: Melissa Intemann Hair Artist: Chuck Puttman Makeup Artist: Jill Brittain Wardrobe Contributor: TPC Sawgrass Creative Director: Inger Williamson
The 411 What to Know Before You Go Where to See and Be Seen TPC Hot Spots Happenings
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Philanthropy The Game That Keeps On Giving | 66
Pink, The Color of Champions: THE PLAYERS teams up with the Donna Foundation
Business Economic Impact | 102
It’s not just the golf course that’s green
Aerial Map of TPC Sawgrass | 104
Mens Guide 19th Hole Hangouts | 68
The top stops to rehash, recoup and rendezvous
Gentlemen’s Choice | 72
Seven area courses, one dream week of golf
Bag Check | 74
Gear up with the newest equipment on the market
Stretch Factor | 77
Loosen up your impediments
Golf Tech | 80
Six game-changing apps for on and off the course
Exclusive Party Pass | 82 Good times for a good cause
Stogie Tips | 84
Five rules for selecting a golf course cigar
Bad Habit Fixes | 86
1-on-1 lesson with a PGA Tour Academy golf pro
Watering Holes | 92
What tops the leaderboard in TPC’s signature libations
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Vincent Pierce behind the lens
the ultimate social guide to THE PLAYERS
The Players Championship– Get in the Know
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A S T Y E A R T H E P L AY E R S C HA M P I O N S H I P D E L I V E R E D O N its promise to bring spectators an unforgettable golf tournament and an enjoyable fan experience. Building on the success of that edge-of-your-seat sudden-death playoff, THE PLAYERS 2012 is on track once again to show fans what can happen when the deepest field in golf takes on the sport’s most recognized course, THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass. We’ve got all the details to get you in the know. When: May 7–13, 2012 Where: TPC Sawgrass, Ponte Vedra Beach Military: THE PLAYERS supports the local military by offering complimentary admission every day of the tournament to active, retired, and reserve members of the military and their dependents. Military guests may also enjoy complimentary food and beverage at the Patriots’ Outpost, a hospitality tent located on the course. Parking: All parking is onsite at THE PLAYERS Championship. General parking Monday through Wednesday is free. Parking passes for Thursday through Sunday are $20 and can be purchased at Publix or at www.pgatour.com/theplayers prior to the tournament or at will call the day of the tournament. Cell Phones: Cell phones are allowed at the tournament. Upgraded towers at the tournament will allow for additional coverage and service. Tickets: Tickets can be purchased at Publix or at www.pgatour.com/theplayers. One-day grounds tickets, good on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday, are $20. Daily grounds tickets, good Thursday through Sunday, are $55. Family plans, which include two adult grounds tickets and a $20 food and beverage voucher, are for sale online and at Daily’s for $89. Children 18 and younger are admitted free with a ticketed adult.
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TPC REVEALED
See and Be Seen Where To Be Seen
Everyone who’s anyone is at THE PLAYERS, and if you’ve been at least once, you know that hole No. 17 is a major hub of activity. But check out these other hotspots, and you’ll be sure to run into someone you know — or want to know.
The Turn
You’ll need to purchase an upgraded ticket to gain access to The Turn, but it is well worth it. Located between holes No. 18 and No. 9, this hospitality venue gives an excellent view of both holes from either the air-conditioned interior or the outside stadium seating.
The No. 1 Tee
The No. 1 tee is your chance to be seen by friends and family watching at home and possibly a worldwide television audience. Be part of the crowd when the best players in the world tee off, and you just might make the Golf Channel or NBC broadcast.
Clubhouse Lawn
If you have an upgraded Clubhouse ticket, don’t spend all your time indoors. Hang out on the clubhouse lawn and enjoy food and beverages available for purchase from the awardwinning Nineteen restaurant. In the shadow of the beautiful 77,000-square-foot clubhouse, the lawn offers ample seating, umbrella tables and a view of No. 18 green.
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WHERE TO SEE THE GOLFERS
Check out these sneaky locations to get a close-up of the action and some of the best players in the world.
The Practice Area
True golf fans know that the practice area is a must-stop at THE PLAYERS. Grab a spot up against the rope line and be this close to the world’s best as they hone their craft — sometimes for hours on end. Players will usually stop and sign autographs as they come and go from this area.
The Scoring Area
Another area where players let their guards down and interact with the fans is outside the scoring area. Located between the clubhouse and the JELD-WEN Stadium Village, the scoring area is where players stop to sign their scorecards after they finish their rounds Thursday through Sunday. This is one of the best places to hang out and collect player autographs.
BEST CHANCE FOR CELEBRITY SIGHTINGS
Sure, there’s Tiger, Phil, Ernie, Rickie and the rest of the gang. But THE PLAYERS has its fair share of celebrities who are big fans of the world’s best golfers, just like you. You never know who you’ll see strolling along the rope line and enjoying the action, but here are a few additional locations where celebs flock throughout the week.
The Jaguar Den
Hang out near the Jaguar Den by No. 17 tee for a glimpse of some of your favorite Jags, the coaches and mascot Jaxson De Ville as they relax and enjoy THE PLAYERS Championship.
Military Appreciation Day
Don’t miss Military Appreciation Day on Wednesday on the Clubhouse Lawn, where local celebrities and PGA Tour players can often be spotted at the concert and expressing thanks to our service members, so keep your eyes peeled.
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TPC REVEALED
Hot Spots THE PLAYERS is introducing three new venues this year for fan and family entertainment. Each provides a chance to cool off in the shade, grab a drink, relax with friends and watch the tournament on large LED video boards. Here’s a rundown of the new venues and a refresher of last year’s additions in case you missed them.
Wine and Dine on 9
Spearheaded by Matthew Medure, one of Northeast Florida’s most renowned chefs, Wine and Dine on 9 is a new venue that will offer tournament-goers the chance to enjoy a gourmet meal, a glass of wine, and the opportunity to take in their surroundings in style. Wine and Dine on 9 will be located to the left of No. 9 fairway.
Kid Zone
With face painting and temporary tattoos, the Kid Zone is a fun interactive place to take your kids when restlessness comes into play. Adult concession areas are also available at the end of the Nicklaus gate walkway.
JELD-WEN Stadium Village and PwC First Tee Challenge
JELD-WEN Stadium Village is the ultimate destination to cool off. This completely tented and air-conditioned venue features cell phone and mobile device access, restrooms, and a cash bar as well as the PwC First Tee Challenge, a scaled down version of the famous 17th island green. The Stadium “Snapshot” is available for commemorative photos as well as a ball-fitting and custom door–fitting exhibit. JELD-WEN Stadium Village’s newest site is The Ketel One Vodka Bar, a hot spot for grabbing a drink, mingling and shopping for THE PLAYERS clothing and memorabilia.
The Terrace
Located on the lawn area between the clubhouse and the practice facility, The Terrace has the perfect view of the chipping green and practice area, where you can watch players warm up and work on their games. It’s also a great hub to meet your friends for cocktails.
Four Points
Located south of the clubhouse, west of the No. 18 green, and adjacent to the practice area pond, Four Points is an exterior fan zone with seating for the public and food and beverages for purchase.
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The Grove
Located in the area behind No. 17 tee and No. 16 green, The Grove is a shaded outdoor area open to the public that is being expanded this year. The venue features tables and umbrellas and is located next to The Food Court, a venue with food and beverage items for sale from various local establishments.
The Patio
The fan-favorite Patio is a shaded area with tables, food and beverage for purchase, and a large video board to watch the tournament live. Located southeast of JELD-WEN Stadium Village, close to No. 10 tee and the No. 18 hospitality area, The Patio provides fans with the ultimate outdoor venue for taking in the tournament.
The Bluff
The Bluff replaced the grandstands around No. 18 green to allow fans to get closer to the action as the best players in the world finish their rounds. The Bluff features casual seating and provides fans the opportunity to order food and drinks from wait staff. The first 200 fans to arrive at The Bluff each day can sit in a comfy chair at no charge and watch the action on No. 18 green for the entire day. If you are sitting in the chair at the end of play, the chair is yours to take home.
The Courtyard
Located to the left of The Food Court venue behind No. 16 green, The Courtyard is a picket-fenced, private, open-air hospitality location serving beer, wine and soda as well as light snacks. This private venue offers an affordable daily hospitality option.
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Thursday, May 3
• The Jacksonville Jaguars’ annual party at JELD-WEN Stadium Village. Invitation only.
Happenings
Saturday, May 5
• THE PLAYERS 5K with Donna – This 5K run kicks off tournament week as runners and walkers of all levels enjoy a 5K route through the back nine holes of THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass. The race begins at 7:30 a.m., and participants will receive a T-shirt and a Championship Sunday ticket to THE PLAYERS with access to an exclusive Courtyard venue. A post-race celebration and awards ceremony will take place in the JELDWEN Stadium Village. Register at www.breastcancermarathon.com. • The MS Society Cinco de Mayo Party at The Patio.
Monday, May 7
• Executive Women’s Day – More than 280 local business women will come together for the second annual Executive Women’s Day from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the TPC Clubhouse. The event will facilitate networking through breakfast, a panel discussion, a behind-thescenes tour, breakout sessions, and keynote speaker Michelle Peluso, chief marketing and Internet officer for Citigroup and past CEO of Travelocity. • Military Veterans Job Fair at the Patriots’ Outpost. Hosted in partnership with the Jacksonville Military Veterans Coalition.
Tuesday, May 8
• Community Day at THE PLAYERS – PGA TOUR Commissioner Tim Finchem will host an education conference. The day will also feature a Youth Golf Clinic, a Rob Strano Golf Clinic for Deaf and Blind Children, and a Community Celebration. Additionally, the Charity of the Day, Teach for America, will be recognized.
Wednesday, May 9
• Military Appreciation Day – Ceremony begins at 5 p.m. followed by a Luke Bryan concert on the clubhouse lawn. • Monique Burr Foundation party at the Lot. Contact the foundation for tickets.
Thursday, May 10
• Governor’s Reception at the JELD-WEN Stadium Village. Invitation only.
Friday, May 11
• The Cut Boselli Foundation party at the Lot. Contact the foundation for tickets.
Saturday, May 12
• Dreams Come True party at the Lot. Contact the foundation for tickets.
Sunday, May 13
• Pink Out for Mother’s Day – THE PLAYERS hosts the first-ever “Pink Out” event in celebration of mothers and in support of breast cancer awareness. Players, caddies, sponsors and fans are encouraged to wear pink to TPC Sawgrass. For every fan in attendance wearing pink, THE PLAYERS will donate $1 to the 26.2 with Donna Foundation. If more than 50,000 fans are in attendance, THE PLAYERS will double its donation to $100,000.
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ne mission of the PGA TOUR is to give back to the communities where tournaments are held and where the players live. The tour is actively fulfilling this through its “Together, Anything’s Possible” campaign. In our community, THE PLAYERS Championship has a committed goal to generate $50 million for youth-related charities over the next 10 years. Since THE PLAYERS moved to Ponte Vedra in 1977, more than $46 million of its revenues have gone to benefit Northeast Florida charities, including a record $5.9 million donation in 2011. Approximately 71 percent of the revenue from THE PLAYERS Championship 2011 benefitted children’s charities along the First Coast. With this dedicated effort, the
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event is well on its way to making a significant financial impact on area non-profits that promote education, character development, and health and fitness for young people. This year THE PLAYERS will feature a Charity of the Day throughout tournament week starting on Tuesday, May 8. The goal of this outreach is to increase awareness of the charities and to recognize the charitable impact THE PLAYERS has on the local community. The Charity of the Day will post volunteers at each of the entry gates to the tournament, where they will hand out materials about their charity. In addition, the charity will have a feature article in the daily pairing guides, a mention on the LED boards around the course and the opportunity to showcase creative elements around the course.
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FEATURED CHARITIES FOR THE PLAYERS 2012 INCLUDE:
Tuesday: Teach for America Wednesday: The Boy Scouts of America Thursday: Wolfson Children’s Hospital Friday: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Saturday: The National MS Society Sunday: The 26.2 with Donna Foundation Here are some other initiatives and programs implemented by THE PLAYERS during the past year that will continue to benefit the Northeast Florida community for decades to come:
THE PLAYERS Center for Child Health at Wolfson Children’s Hospital Wolfson Children’s Hospital and THE PLAYERS opened THE PLAYERS Center for Child Health in October of last year. Made possible by a gift of $1 million from THE PLAYERS Championship and donations from the tournament’s volunteer leadership, the Red Coats, the center will focus on community education, prevention, access to care and child wellness.
Scholarship Endowment for the University of North Florida and Florida State College at Jacksonville As part of its ongoing commitment to education, THE PLAYERS has expanded its partnership and commitment to two local colleges — University of North Florida and Florida State College at Jacksonville — by creating a $500,000 scholarship endowment at each school over the next five years. By the completion of the new and enhanced endowments, these funds will become the largest scholarship in the Jacksonville area.
Chip in for Youth Fundraising Program THE PLAYERS Chip in for Youth program was created to give schools, parent-teacher organizations, youth athletic programs and youth-related charitable organizations a unique opportunity to raise funds for their programs. These groups will sell tickets to THE PLAYERS tournament, and a portion of their sales will be given back to them. The remaining proceeds will be donated to The First Tee, a non-profit organization whose mission is to impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values, and promote www.caraenglish.com healthy choices through the game of golf. People. Events. Life
Birdies for Charity Charities in the five-county metro area can earn unlimited funds by participating in Birdies for Charity. Through this program, charities solicit donations for their organization. Donors guess how many birdies will be made at the 2012 PLAYERS Championship, and the donor who guesses the correct amount of birdies can win a grand prize of $5,000. Additionally, THE PLAYERS will award $5,000 to the charity the winner supported with his or her guess. In addition to providing an incentive for donors, each participating organization is eligible to receive additional funds from THE PLAYERS $250,000 Bi Birdies Bonus Pool.
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Thetopstopstorehash,recoup,rendezvous By Jackie Hanson
Bogey Grille Just south of Palm Valley Road on A1A (904) 285-5524 www.bogeygrille.net
• Lunch or Dinner: 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Monday– Saturday; 11 a.m. –10 p.m. Sunday • Happy Hour: 4 p.m. –7 p.m. Monday–Friday
Get in and get on your way or take a load off and refuel at this comfy, casual sports bar. With plenty of bar seating and patio seating as well, enjoy a pitcher of domestic beer or one of their daily drink specials during Happy Hour. Munch on wings, buffalo shrimp, or pulled pork nachos to start, then choose from an extensive menu for lunch or dinner including hamburgers, Reubens, cheese steak subs, French dips, BLTs, blackened fish tacos and more. • Breakfast: Daily 6 a.m. –10:30 a.m. Sawgrass Marriott on PGA Tour Boulevard • Lunch: 11 a.m. –2 p.m. Monday–Saturday (904) 285-7777 www.sawgrassmarriott.com/dining
Café on the Green
A refreshing place to start your day, Café on the Green, on the main level of Sawgrass Marriott, offers casual dining with a tropical flair. The comfortable indoor veranda overlooks the 13th hole of The Players Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass, where from Thursday to Sunday, you can work your way through as many mimosas as your time allows for $9. Wake up with the Good Start Buffet of fresh cut fruit, sliced cheeses and cold cuts, and assorted breakfast breads and pastries. Or opt for meatier All-American buffet with all of the above plus eggs, potatoes, bacon, and sausage. • Lunch: 11:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Saturday • Dinner: 5 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Sunday–Thursday; Sawgrass Village Shopping Center Just outside the gates of TPC, across from 5 p.m. –10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday • Bar: 11:30 a.m.–1 a.m. Monday – Saturday; Sawgrass Marriott 12:30 p.m.–1 a.m. Sunday (904) 285-3017 • Happy Hour: 5–7 p.m., Monday–Friday www.aquagrill.net
Aqua Grill
A 24-year staple of Ponte Vedra’s dining scene, Aqua Grill remains a regular choice of locals because of its professional wait staff, classy atmosphere, extensive menu, and central location. It’s a place for a sit-down dinner (with every savory option from oysters, scallops and mussels to New York strip steak, filet mignon, and lobster), casually elegant cocktails on their lakefront patio, or a beer over lunch while tuning into the tourney on their HDTVs in the lounge.
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• Dinner: 5 p.m. –10 p.m. Monday–Thursday; 5 p.m. –11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; Shoppes of Veranda Just south of PGA Tour Boulevard on A1A 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday • Inside and Patio Bars: Open at 4 p.m. (904) 285-0014 Thursday, Friday and Saturday of TPC Week www.ruthschris.com • Happy Hour: 4:30 p.m. –7 p.m. Sunday–Friday
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse
Nothing quite hits the spot after taking in the entire Players experience like a perfectly seared steak … or market fresh seafood, lamb chops, or stuffed chicken — all equally satisfying options at Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse. Thursday through Saturday of the tournament the upstairs outside patio area overlooking the lagoon next to PGA Tour Boulevard will be open with a patio grill and bar menu available. Or sample from their new $7 Sizzle, Swizzle and Swirl Happy Hour menu from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday to Friday with options like a New England lobster roll, tenderloin skewers, and prime sliders.
Mulligan’s PGA Tour Boulevard Just outside the gates of TPC (904) 285-1506 www.mulliganspubpontevedra.com
• Open: 4 p.m. –11 p.m. Sunday–Thursday; 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday • Kitchen: Daily from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. • Happy Hour: 4 p.m. –7 p.m. Monday–Friday
In golf a “mulligan” gives you one more shot if your first was less than impressive, but at Mulligan’s Irish eatery and drinkery, “one more shot” refers to none other than your favorite liquor. Mere yards from the gates of TPC, Mulligan’s is the hangout with the closest physical proximity to the tournament. So if the Rory McIlroy in you needs a pint of Guinness and some bangers and mash, you’re within walking distance. Whether you’re coming to celebrate your player’s victory or wallow in their loss, Mulligan’s is offering one free shot to TPC tickets holders the week of the tournament.
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Pusser’s Caribbean Grille Shoppes of Veranda Adjacent to Sawgrass Marriott on A1A (904) 280-7766 www.pussersusa.com
• Lunch: 11 a.m. –5 p.m. Monday–Saturday; 11 a.m. –2 p.m. Sunday Brunch • Dinner: 5 p.m. –10 p.m. Monday–Thursday; 5 p.m.–11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. –10 p.m. Sunday • Bar: 11 a.m. to midnight Monday–Thursday and Sunday; 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday • Happy Hour: 4–7 p.m., Monday–Friday
Creamy coconut Painkiller cocktail on a lakefront party patio with an upper deck? Yes, please. And painkillers are only the start of signature tropical concoctions that Pusser’s bartenders have up their sleeves. The menu doesn’t take a back seat offering Caribbean favorites like jerk chicken and every kind of fresh seafood garnished with pineapples and peppers or mango salsa; every plate is colorful and every dish has a kick.
Skewers 880 A1A N. (904) 834-2269 www.skewersbytento.com
• Lunch: 11 a.m. –2 p.m. • Tapas: 4 p.m. –6 p.m. • Dinner: 5 p.m. –10 p.m. • Happy Hour: Daily from 4–7 p.m.
Opening the end of March, Ponte Vedra’s newest eatery brings a Brazilian flare to the dining scene. Create your own skewers of assorted meats, fish, and veggies and watch them cook over an open-flame fire. Everything is homemade and healthy, including a soup of the day and an all-natural salad bar with hearts of palm and couscous. The grill master will be preparing special signature skewers related to the Players Championship. And don’t leave without trying a Caphrinia, Brazil’s mojito-like national cocktail.
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Gentleman’s Choice:
7 area courses, 1 dream week of golf By Jackie Hanson
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H AT T I N G U P T H E L O C A L G O L F E N T H U S I A S T S ,
one will find that every golfer has his course preference. But that’s not to say he doesn’t frequent other courses every now and then to change up the scenery and challenge himself with new hazards. We’ve compiled a list of seven area courses that seem to come up often in conversation as the local favorites. Playing one every day of tournament week would be a dream that most likely won’t come true, but getting in a couple? No problem. Most of these courses are private, but luckily, golf is a social sport, and you can always find a guy who knows a guy who’d be happy to invite you out.
Jacksonville Golf and Country Club 3985 Hunt Club Road, Jacksonville, FL 32224 (904) 223-5555 • www.jaxgcc.com/golf Jacksonville Golf and Country Club is a private, member-owned championship course in a gated community. Designed by Clyde Johnston and PGA TOUR Professional Fuzzy Zoeller in 1989, this par-72 course features a few wide-open fairway shots intermixed with narrower ones that demand accuracy. Deviating from the straight-away on these holes will land you in some tight spots. The 6,892-yard course ends back at a grandiose Southern plantation-style clubhouse. Seven sets of tees, including two sets for children, make this an accommodating course for families and golfers of all skill level.
Ocean and Lagoon at the Ponte Vedra Inn and Club 200 Ponte Vedra Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 (904) 285-1111 • www.pontevedra.com Ponte Vedra Inn and Club is home to the region’s original resort golf course, The Ocean Course, built in 1928. The course’s layout, formed by mule power before large machinery came into play, provides a spontaneous, rippling landscape that would not have been possible with modern excavators. British architect, Herbert Bertram Strong included 99 sand bunkers, adding beauty to the course and the occasional frustration. Three decades later in 1961, Joe Lee and Robert Trent Jones, Sr., designed the Lagoon Course to complement the Ocean Course and offer a different playing experience. Shorter in length and somewhat more forgiving, Lagoon still requires accuracy to conquer the narrow fairways and water hazards on 11 of 18 holes. Par-72 Ocean and par-70 Lagoon measure 6,574 yards and 6,022 yards, respectively.
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Palencia Club 600 Palencia Club Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32095 (904) 599-9040 • www.palenciaclub.com Designed by Arthur Hills in 2002, the private champion course of Palencia winds its way alongside the Intracoastal Waterway and the Tolomato River. Immersed in the landscape of North Florida, golfers enjoy an ocean breeze off the Intracoastal Waterway and fairways bordered by trees and parkland. Averaging 5,000 square feet, the greens are an ultra-dwarf Bermuda grass, which allows for an enhanced ball speed and consistency. The practice areas are equally inviting with a range tee complex and 10,000 square feet of putting greens. The par-72 course measure 7,073 yards.
St. Johns Country Club 205 St. Johns Golf Drive, St Augustine, FL 32092 (904) 940-3200 • www.stjohnsgolf.com Just north of St. Augustine, St. Johns Country Club course works its way through a pine forest, joining only a handful of Jacksonville area courses to be Audubon-certified as cooperative sanctuaries. Aside from being known for its abundant wildlife, St. Johns Country Club has been nationally recognized for its customer satisfaction and agronomic performance and was named Facility of the Year for 2010 at the World Golf Village’s annual conference. Designed by Clyde Johnston in 2001, the course is public and accepts tee times one week in advance. Challenging winds have been known to increase the difficulty of the par-72 course, and length of play varies from 2,400 yards from the family tees to 7,250 yards from the other five tee sets.
Timuquana Country Club 4028 Timuquana Road, Jacksonville, FL 32210 (904) 389-0477 • www.timuquana.net One of the oldest country clubs in Jacksonville, Timuquana Country Club, dating to 1923, spans 290 acres along the St. Johns River. Its view of the downtown Jacksonville skyline is juxtaposed with a grand “Gone With the Wind” plantation-style clubhouse. Named for its original architect, the 18-hole Donald Ross golf course was renovated in 1996 under the direction of Robert Weed. The 6,859-yard, par 73, traditional-style course has hosted numerous USGA events and is where 1999 Players Champion David Duval grew up golfing. Timuquana is a private club, open only to members and their guests.
Pablo Creek Club 5660 San Pablo Road S., Jacksonville, FL 32224 (904) 992-6900 Tom Fazio designed the Pablo Creek Club golf course in 1996 to embrace Northeast Florida’s terrain. In a gated community along the Pablo Creek Reserve, the private course is surrounded by mature pine forests and thick Northeast Florida ground cover to frame each hole. Being in the wetlands of Florida, the course’s challenges are a series of naturally occurring water hazards and the wildlife that come along with them. The par-72 course features Bermuda grass and measures 7,026 yards. Visitors are permitted to play with Pablo Creek members.
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Bag Check
Gear up with the newest equipment on the market. It’s all designed to take your game farther and make you look really good. She’s a Beaut Cleveland Classic Driver Inspired by the colors and design of the old persimmon drivers, this titanium driver has the largest club face ever produced by Cleveland Golf allowing for maximum distance and shot-shaping control. Like the Cleveland Launcher driver series from 2011, the Classic series uses the Right Weight Fitting System, allowing each player to use the most beneficial weight. Each with premium graphite shafts, the 270 model is designed for distance and the 290 for a combination of distance and accuracy.
Star Quality Callaway Odyssey ProType Tour Series Putter Callaway’s new ProType Tour Series consists of putter head shapes that tour pros have not only used in competition, but have won with. The six models are made of 1025 carbon steel, which is intended to produce a similar performance to stainless steel but with a softer feel. The faces boast deeper, sharper milling patterns designed to launch the ball a bit lower and promote topspin, so putts roll more consistently.
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Need for Speed Adams Golf Speedline Super XTD Fairway Metal and Idea Super XTD Hybrid
The new Speedline Super XTD fairway metal features a multi-material construction: a titanium body fused with an ultra-thin formed titanium crown. With tungsten weights in the sole to lower the center of gravity and Adams’ Velocity Slot Technology for speed, the club is designed to shoot long at high speeds. The Idea Super XTD hybrid utilizes a brazed construction process. The crown and face are titanium, and the sole is stainless steel. Velocity Slot Technology is employed on both the sole and crown improving ball speed and launch angle while reducing spin.
A Little Forgiveness Goes a Long Way Wilson’s Ci11 Irons
The new Ci11 irons are perfectly designed for the aspirational and middle-range golfer looking to lower his handicap. The club maker has installed a one-piece, soft-response insert to dampen vibration on mis-hits. The irons are available with a trio of stock shafts: True Temper TX Flighted steel, Aldila VS Proto II graphite and Wilson’s own patent-pending Half & Half, which employs a technology using both graphite and steel that had success with baseball bats and is now used throughout the Wilson club line.
On Speed Dial TaylorMade Rocketballz Driver TaylorMade’s new Rocketballz Driver has one ultimate goal: speed. Its lightweight shaft and aerodynamic head shape were designed specifically to promote a faster swing speed for more distance. The clubface features an inverted cone technology to deliver distance even for off-center hits. The club’s Flight Control Technology dial at the base of the shaft allows the player to easily adjust the face angle and tune the loft to 1.5 degrees in either direction.
A Sound Improvement TaylorMade Rocketballz Irons TaylorMade has given its irons a new face — literally. The Rocketballz irons feature reengineered faces with “toe-bar” controls to keep shots straight. Their ultra-thin profile flexes freely to promote high ball speed. Even the sound of these new irons is satisfying with a new sound control system implemented in the design.
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Finely Tuned Machine TaylorMade R11S Driver The TaylorMade R11S just may be the most in-tune driver yet. With three dimensions of customizable settings, golfers can set their desired loft, face angle and flight path. The first dimension increases or decreases the loft by 1.5 degrees using Flight Control Technology to get added distance. The second dimension adjusts the face to one of five angles using Adjustable Sole Plate Technology. And the third dimension shifts the center gravity between the heel and toe using Movable Weight Technology to promote a fade or a draw on the flight path.
Well-Grounded Adidas Samba Introduced in the 1950s as a hard-terrain indoor soccer shoe, the Adidas Samba has been molded into an innovative golf shoe. The golf version retains the shoe’s original silhouette and the company’s famous three-stripe design, but now features a durable suede toe guard and a tan gum sole equipped with six cleats and an array of nubs for optimal traction. Adidas engineers also employed the company’s low-profile technology to get golfers’ feet closer to the ground for improved stability and support. The shoe is water-resistant and designed to be as durable as it is lightweight.
Going the Distance Bushnell Hybrid Laser GPS Can’t decide between a GPS or a laser rangefinder to get you closer to the tee? Bushnell’s new Hybrid Laser GPS is the world’s first device that uses both technologies. Using Pinseeker Technology, the hybrid provides highly accurate readings and target retrieval within 1 yard. Check distances to the front, center, and back of the green from 5 yards to 1,000 yards. Over 16,000 courses in North America come pre-loaded. Golf products may be purchased at Edwin Watts Golf in Jacksonville Beach
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THESTRETCHFACTOR: LOOSEN U P YOUR I M P E D I M ENTS Relying on the same muscles and joints with each swing can really separate the men from the old men over the course of 18 holes. Stay loose and limber with these game-winning stretches. Rhomboids 1. Stand in an open doorway. Bend forward at the waist at a 90 degree angle and bend both knees. Keep your weight evenly distributed on both legs. 2. Twist your torso toward the doorjamb and with your bottom hand, grab the frame in front of you. 3. Place the other hand slightly above shoulder height on the same side of the doorjamb. 4. With an exhale, push away from doorjamb with the top hand and pull toward the other side with the bottom hand. 5. Repeat on opposite side.
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Short Adductors (Hip Flexors) 1. Step the right leg forward into a lunge, and drop the left knee to the floor. Lunge forward until you feel a stretch in the groin or hip flexors. 2. With each inhalation, reduce the intensity of the lunge to decrease the stretch; with each exhalation, increase the depth of the lunge or slightly change the foot position to increase stretch. 3. Repeat with opposite leg forward.
Glutes 1. From the last hip flexor position, let the knee of the front leg fall to the outside and lower to the floor, using your arms for support on either side and keeping the front leg bent inward. The outer side of the front leg should be flat on the floor in front of you with the opposite leg extended straight behind you. Lengthen your torso as you exhale. 2. Bend your elbows and bend your upper body toward the floor as you exhale. Move around in different positions toward your front knee. Continue using your breath to wave into and out of the stretch until you feel the tissue release. 3. Repeat with opposite leg forward. Long Adductors 1. From the kneeling position, slide one leg out to the side. 2. Try to straighten the knee of the leg being stretched and lean the body forward, planting your arms in front of you and relaxing the hips. 3. Change the angle of the stretch by rocking the torso forward and backward. 4. Repeat with opposite leg.
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Trunk 1. Get on all fours and place your right hand behind your head. 2. Rotate your spine and elbow as far as possible in a clockwise direction. 3. Try to touch your right elbow to your left knee by bending forward and rotating your spine counterclockwise. 4. Keep your eyes on your elbow and return to the starting position. 5. Repeat on other side.
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Exclusive Party Pass
Good times for a good cause, and you’re invited THE CUT What:
An outdoor charity event benefitting The Boselli Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by former Jaguars player Toni Boselli that provides at-risk children on the North side of Jacksonville with a safe after-school learning environment.
When:
6 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, May 11, 2012
Where:
The Lot, TPC Sawgrass (just inside the entrance to Lot 11 off of CR210)
Tickets: General admission tickets are $100. Discounted tickets, available until May 7, are $75. VIP All-Access tickets are $150. Purchase tickets at www.thecutparty.com. Following Friday’s round of THE PLAYERS, The Cut party will kick off with local music acts followed by Gainesville-based musical group Sister Hazel. Beverages will be provided as well as alcoholic beverages for purchase, and food will be provided courtesy of Bono’s BBQ. All of the proceeds from the event will benefit The Boselli Foundation to help at-risk youth in the Jacksonville community.
The Plaid Party What:
The 11th Annual plaid-attire-only debauchery-filled party in support of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
When:
8 p.m. to 2 a.m. on Friday, May 11, 2012
Where:
Sawgrass Marriott
Tickets: $30 before April 20, $40 after April 20, and $50 at the door. Purchase tickets at plaidparty.com. After the tournament on Friday, sport your best plaid attire and head to Sawgrass Marriott for complimentary cocktails and beers on tap. Special guest DJ Rock City will be spinning the best dance music from all eras until well after midnight.
The Pool Party What:
A day-after The Plaid Party party, also benefitting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
When:
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 12, 2012
Where:
Sawgrass Marriott pool complex
Tickets: $40 in advance, $50 at the door. Purchase tickets at plaidparty.com. Once you’ve recovered from the night before, keep The Plaid Party alive all day Saturday. Hang out all day at the Sawgrass Marriott pool with the DJ and complimentary cocktails and Bloody Marys, or if you have a Round 3 tournament ticket, get escorted by boat over to watch the pros. Tickets include entry to the pool party, complimentary cocktails, all-day parking at Sawgrass Marriott, and a boat pass to TPC.
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MAKE THE CUT!
As the PGA Tour’s finest sink their last putts, The Boselli Foundation is making strides to help Jacksonville’s youth make the CUT. The Boselli Foundation is proud to announce the second annual THE CUT party presented by Lexus. Enjoy fantastic drinks and delicious food and dance the night away with Sister Hazel on stage! Friday, May 11th • 6pm THE LOT at TPC Sawgrass For tickets, visit: www.TheCutParty.com
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or Selecting a Golf Course Cigar By Patrick Semmens, www.StogieGuys.com
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H E G O L F C O U R S E I S A G R E AT P L A C E T O S M O K E A C I G A R . In what other sport is it acceptable for a competitor, with hundreds of thousands of dollars on the line, to light up a fine stogie mid-competition?
You’re outdoors in presumably good weather, free — for the most part — of smoking bans, and playing a game with very long pauses in action. Still, there are a few things to consider when selecting a smoke for the golf course.
1. Length
There’s really no cigar too long for golf. Even if you’re just playing nine holes, you’ll probably be out there for two hours. This is the time for those toros, double coronas, and Churchills that you otherwise might not have time to smoke.
2. Ring Gauge
There’s a lot to like about thin cigars, but generally you’ll want to shy away from lanceros, panatelas, and coronas. Thicker cigars tend to have a sturdier ash and a more consistent burn. On the course, you’ll want a smoke that won’t completely destruct if it gets dropped. Usually 50 ring gauge and larger can handle the rigor of the links better.
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3. Strength
You don’t want a cigar so strong that you need to sit down while you smoke it. On the other hand, you also don’t want a cigar that’s too mild to enjoy without your complete attention. That’s why I usually grab medium to medium- to full-bodied smokes when I’m playing.
4. Price
While everyone has his own definition of an expensive cigar, I’m of the thought that pricey cigars have no place on the golf course. When you’re playing golf, a cigar is a secondary activity. That means it’s best to leave the special-occasion smokes at home and bring something that offers value instead.
5. Number
CabinetSelection Aromas Cigars, Wine and Martini Bar 4372 Southside Blvd. # 101
Jacksonville, FL 32216 (904) 928-0515 www.aromascigars.com
Island Girl Cigar Bar
108 First St.
Neptune Beach, FL 32266 (904) 372-0943 7860 Gate Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32256
How many cigars to bring on the course is a matter of personal choice. With a typical round going five hours, two or three cigars is probably about right — and you’ll be glad you have that third one when you’re stuck behind a particularly slow group. In addition, think about bringing a few extra smokes to give to your fellow golfers. You may be slowing the group down with your horrible putting, but they’ll be glad you came along when they’re enjoying the fine cigars you generously shared with them.
Remember that smoking a cigar on the course won’t lower your handicap. But by following these few simple rules, you may find that you’ll enjoy your round of golf more than ever. Patrick Semmens is publisher and cofounder of StogieGuys.com, a leading online cigar magazine featuring daily cigar news, reviews, commentary and more. You can subscribe to the free StogieGuys.com email newsletter at www. StogieGuys.com/email.
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Tour Academy Golf Pro By Jackie Hanson
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he game of golf is conflicted. Part of the game requires power and distance, while other parts call for accuracy and finesse. Perfecting all the nuances of these polar opposite skills is an ever-evolving process. Dave Myers, golf pro at the PGA Tour Academy at TPC Sawgrass, works with golfers — both amateur and pro — daily on the every last detail to improve their performances. Here are the bad habits he sees most often and how he coaches his clients to correct them.
Bad Habit: Scooping to get more height on the launch
What’s Happening: Scooping is when the hands and club shaft get behind the club head as we swing. When this happens, we lose power. The Fix: Feel yourself hitting down on the ball with your hands and club shaft ahead of the club head. It may feel like you will hit the ball low, but with the dynamic loft of your club, the ball will launch high into the air.
Bad Habit: Shifting the hips laterally, also known as swaying
What’s Happening: Swaying occurs when we move our hips laterally off the golf ball in the backswing. This causes our weight to get too far behind the ball and makes it even harder to get our body and club back to the ball. The hips need to turn and coil rather than shift to the side. The Fix: Put a club on the outside of your back shoe and feel yourself twisting instead of swaying off the ball. If you feel yourself pressing against the club, you are swaying. Focus on turning the upper body, which will turn the hips naturally instead of moving them laterally off the golf ball.
Bad Habit: Putting with the wrists
The Fix: The engine of the putting stroke is the shoulders. The hands should stay very quiet. Put your hands together without a club and attempt to putt. Feel your shoulders moving back and forth without any hinging at the wrists. Practicing without your putter gets the forearms and shoulders involved as the primary engines of your stroke and eliminates the urge for any wrist movement.
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Bad Habit: Not shifting your weight
What’s Happening: Just like in every sport, we need to use our weight for maximum force. To throw a ball, we need to load our weight to the back foot, then shift it forward and rotate the body toward the target. Many players load the weight in the back foot, but then leave the weight there as they attempt to swing through. This drains the momentum resulting in a powerless swing. The Fix:
Take a golf ball and throw it shifting your weight from the back foot to the front as you release. This weight shift should be the same in your golf swing.
Bad Habit: Relying on upper body strength
What’s Happening: The lower body and core are the power accumulators in the swing, and by using only the upper body and arms for power, we can only hit the ball so far. The Fix: Focus on turning your entire body toward the target. At the top of the backswing, start your transition down by turning your lower body first, then rotate both upper and lower body together toward the target. This creates a lot of speed without much effort. Feel your belt buckle and shirt logo turning toward your target together. At the end of your swing, both lower body and upper body should be facing the target. The PGA Tour Academy at TPC Sawgrass provides personalized golf instruction for all skill levels. Contact them at (904) 280-2424 or www.touracademy.com.
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Nolet’s Silver Dry Gin, fresh lime juice, simple syrup and muddled raspberries garnished with a fresh raspberry
Fairway Fizz
Nolet’s Silver Dry Gin, cranberry juice, fresh lime juice and simple syrup served tall over ice, topped with ginger ale and garnished with a fresh raspberry
The Royale
Nolet’s Silver Dry Gin, sugar, drops of bitters and Chambord served in a champagne flute, topped with sparkling wine
Sawgrass Splash
Ketel One Citroen Vodka, fresh lemonade, fresh orange juice, fresh lime juice and simple syrup served tall over ice and garnished with a slice of lime
Dutch Lemonade
Ketel One Citroen Vodka served in a tall glass with ice and topped with lemonade
Oranje Crush
Ketel One Oranje Vodka served in a tall glass, topped with soda water and garnished with a slice of orange
Citroen Bloody Mary
Ketel One Citroen Vodka and Daily’s Thick and Spicy Bloody Mary Mix served in a tall glass over ice with lemon and olive garnish
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It’s Not Just the Golf Course That’s Green by Tracy Margol
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OR THE 30TH CONSECUTIVE
year, THE PLAYERS Championship returns to the Stadium Course in Ponte Vedra bringing a slew of media, CEOs, corporate clients, and diehard golf enthusiasts. The tournament generates a positive economic impact to the area that’s as solid as Paul Azinger’s venerable 9-iron hole-in-one on the 17th. With a typical PLAYERS week generating over $150 million in revenue, coupled with the area’s global exposure, holding the championship in Ponte Vedra is like having the Super Bowl here every year.
Both Jacksonville and St. Augustine airports, hotels, bars and restaurants claim it’s their busiest week of the year. “TPC week is definitely our busiest week,” said Derek Prince, owner of Bogey Grille in Ponte Vedra Beach. “Our restaurant is right outside the back gate of the 17th hole, so if it rains, people come to eat and drink until it stops. It’s a wonderful week … lots of golf fans and lots of fun.”
casts of the event reach over 700 million households worldwide, many of which are homes of decision-makers who can directly impact North Florida. During the tournament, more than 350 corporate business clients invest in a myriad of hospitality and sponsorship programs ranging from supporting our troops through Military Appreciation Day to six-figure customer development initiatives. In addition, many Fortune 500 companies bring employees and clients to the First Coast for the event, including PricewaterhouseCoopers, who brings in 500 executive-level guests from around the world, as THE PLAYERS Championship is their number one client-entertainment venue. Local businesses, charities, and the military are well aware of the tournament’s impact, and with over 200,000 visitors walking the course throughout tournament week, everyone benefits. Data provided by Clockwork Marketing Services Inc. of Ponte Vedra Beach
Not only does the tournament pump millions into the local economy, but TV broad-
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PINK
the Color of CHAMPIONS
THE PLAYERS Celebrates Mother’s Day with a 5K and Championship Sunday Fundraiser In recognition of Mother’s Day on Championship Sunday, May 13, THE PLAYERS tournament will be hosting “Pink Out,” an event in celebration of mothers and in support of breast cancer awareness. Players, caddies, sponsors and fans are encouraged to wear pink to TPC Sawgrass on Championship Sunday. For every fan in attendance wearing pink, THE PLAYERS will donate $1 to the 26.2 with Donna Foundation, a local charitable organization that raises funds for women living with breast cancer and for ground-breaking breast cancer research at Mayo Clinic. If more than 50,000 fans are in attendance, THE PLAYERS will double its donation to $100,000. As an additional partnership with the 26.2 with Donna Foundation, the tournament will host THE PLAYERS 5K with Donna 2012 on Saturday, May 5. The race will kick off tournament week as runners and walkers of all levels enjoy a 5K route through the back nine holes of THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass. All participants will receive a T-shirt and a Championship Sunday ticket to THE PLAYERS with access to an exclusive Courtyard venue. The post-race celebration and awards ceremony will take place in the JELD-WEN Stadium Village giving participants a sneak peek inside this fan venue before tournament week begins. For race information, go to: www.breastcancermarathon.com
Three Generations Strong: A daughter-mothergrandmother team celebrates their completion of the 15K Gate River Run on March 10, 2012. Love keeps them together. Dedication and a common vision to battle breast cancer strengthen them. From left to right, Amber Le Blanc, Darla Bennett and Barbara Troy.
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The Benefactor
The Turn
Shared hospitality venue. Ticket required for entry.
Shared hospitality venue. Ticket required for entry.
• BERINGER Wine Bar • NOLET'S® Silver Bar
• ULTRA Bar
ELKINGTON GATE
The Grove
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The Terrace
Shaded fan zone with seating located next to food court. Open to public.
Four Points
Practice Area
Food Court Menu items from various local establishments available for purchase. Open to public.
• Bono's • Tropical Smoothie • M Shack • Brucci's • Firehouse Subs
Wine & Din on 9
GATE 6
Wine & Dine on 9 Upscale beverages and small plate dining. Open to the public. • BERINGER Wine Bar • Medure
SUT
LOT 11
Kid Zone
The Oasis Shaded fan zone with open air seating; food and beverage for purchase. Open to the public.
Kid-friendly area with concessions. Open to the public.
Four Points Exterior fan zone with seating; food and beverage for purchase. Open to public.
• NOLET’S® Silver Lounge (air conditioned)
MOBILE DEVICE POLICY: Please silence your mobile device. Calls only permitted in designated areas. No video recordin
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ATMs Concession First Aid Restrooms Wheelchair Accessible Merchandise Tent Admission Gates Mobile Talk Locations
THE PLAYERS Marquee Stadium Chalet Spectator Viewing Sawgrass Suites Dye’s Pavilion Proud Partner
GATE A GATE B LOT 5
LOVE III GATE
LOT 3
Clubhouse Stadium Village & PwC First Tee Challenge
s The Bluff
The Patio
The Turn Patriots’ Outpost
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COUPLES GATE
The Oasis
Food Court
The Courtyard
LOT 9
The Grove The Benefactor NICKLAUS GATE
TTON GATE
Kid Zone
The Terrace Exterior fan zone with clubhouse food and beverage for purchase; open to public. No access to clubhouse.
LOT 11
The Patio Shaded fan zone with open air seating; food and beverage for purchase. Open to the public. • ULTRA Bar • Videoboard
Stadium Village & PwC First Tee Challenge Completely tented and air conditioned. Open to public.
• Ketel One® Vodka Bar • Charles Schwab Swing Analysis • EA Sports Games • Verizon Hot Spot • Nature Valley Sampling
ng at any time. No photos after Wednesday. Violations will result in confiscation of device or removal from tournament.
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