Wednesday, May 26, 2010

“Your chance to quiz golf fanatic Donald Trump” plus 3 more

“Your chance to quiz golf fanatic Donald Trump” plus 3 more

Your chance to quiz golf fanatic Donald Trump

Posted: 26 May 2010 05:46 AM PDT

(CNN) -- American billionaire tycoon Donald Trump could never be accused of underselling himself and his myriad of business projects so it came as no surprise when he said wanted to build the "world's best golf course" in Scotland.

Trump is visiting the site at Menie, just north of Aberdeen, where he has been given permission to start the ambitious development, and CNN's Living Golf has been granted exclusive access.

Love him our loath him, Trump is certainly a man who courts strong opinions and now you can get the chance to put your questions about this project and other golf-related matters.

It's a simple process, just add your question to the bottom of this page.

You may want to ask him about his love of the sport, he describes himself as an "avid golfer" and on why he believes his signature course, one of two planned for the project, can one day host the British Open.

The plans have also met with considerable local opposition and it needed a decision by the Scottish Government to give it the go-ahead, so does Trump believe he can eventually win over residents and allay the fears of environmentalists who want to preserve nearby ancient sand dunes at the seaside location ?

Bullish Trump presses ahead with Scottish course

Trump's golf course portfolio currently boasts 10 courses, 11 if his Aberdeen project comes to fruition.

But across the world, other similar developments have run into trouble due to the worldwide recession and the move away from traditional golf course membership.

In these times of financial uncertainty, are they good investments and will all flourish ?

Trump, who is a regular competitor in prestigious Pro-Am tournaments on the PGA Tour, has rubbed shoulders with the golfing elite, so who in his opinion is the best player in the world at the moment ?

The 63-year-old has also been a tournament host to a top event on the LPGA circuit.

Does he believe the women's golf circuit will continue to flourish after the retirement of Annika Sorenstam and more recently Lorena Ochoa ?

And what really makes him tick and does he still have the same hunger to succeed as when he started out in business over 40 years ago ?

CNN's question and answer session with Trump will take place on Thursday May 27.

We will do our best to put as many of your questions as possible to him and publish his replies.

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Complimentary Golf Program to Return for Juniors 18-and-Under

Posted: 26 May 2010 11:01 AM PDT

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- PGA Golf Club, in Port St. Lucie, Fla., is returning its annual "Home to the Pros, Free to America's Youth" summer golf program for kids. As is tradition, from Memorial Day through Labor Day, young golfers 18-and-under can enjoy complimentary rounds of golf at PGA Golf Club, when accompanied by a full-paying adult on Mondays-Thursdays after 11 a.m.; and Fridays-Sundays and holidays after 2 p.m. The popular program also provides juniors with the opportunity to play from special "Family Tees," which are designed to enhance the entire golf experience at PGA Golf Club.

Owned and operated by The PGA of America, PGA Golf Club showcases 54 holes of Championship golf designed by Tom Fazio and Pete Dye. Along with the nearby PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance instruction, practice, technology and fitness golf park; and the PGA Historical Center golf museum, the home of the Ryder Cup Trophy, PGA Golf Club is part of PGA Village, which is ranked among America's "75 Best Golf Resorts" by Golf Digest.

In addition, the facility's complimentary six-hole Short Course features holes 25-to-50 yards long, which makes for a great setting for beginners and young children to learn the game; gives juniors with a limited amount of time available the ability to play golf; and offers advanced players a means to focus on their short game. Meanwhile, PGA Golf Club also offers an innovative family golf "pay-per-hole" program year round, where parents can play golf with their children starting at $7 for one hole on up, depending on the size of the family and number of holes played.

"You are never too young to learn the game, as well as the important fundamental lessons, such as courtesy, proper etiquette and respect that comprise the integrity of the game for golfers of all ages," said Bob Baldassari, PGA general manager for PGA Village, which encompasses PGA Golf Club. "With 'Home to the Pros, Free to America's Youth,' young golfers 18-and-under of all skill levels have a special opportunity to experience PGA Golf Club for free all summer long, as they enjoy The PGA of America's home to golf for juniors and adults alike."

Parents may accompany more than one child in their group. For tee times, reservations and more information, please call (800) 800-GOLF. Be sure to ask for the "Free Youth" special. Rounds of golf can also be reserved on www.pgavillage.com/stlucie.

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2 teens charged in golf course burglary

Posted: 26 May 2010 10:24 AM PDT

Police soon found Mulderink's car, parked on the course's tennis courts. When officers followed golf-car tracks from the pro shop to 17th hole tee, they found 64 golf clubs, six boxes of golf balls, four pairs of socks and three pairs of shoes abandoned, according to police.

The goods are valued at $17,311, police said.

Soon after, officers found Mulderink and Honath across the street from the golf course, walking on the street. Police arrested them, and the two gave detailed confessions about the burglary, according to the sheriff's office.

Mulderink, of the 6000 block of Brittney Lane, and Honath, of the 6600 block of Ravinia Drive, both in Tinley Park, appeared in the Bridgeview branch of Cook County Circuit Court on Monday, and both had their bail set at $10,000. They have posted bail, and are scheduled to appear in court again June 18, according to the sheriff's office.

--Liam Ford


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2 teens charged in golf course burglary

Posted: 26 May 2010 10:02 AM PDT

Police soon found Mulderink's car, parked on the course's tennis courts. When officers followed golf-car tracks from the pro shop to 17th hole tee, they found 64 golf clubs, six boxes of golf balls, four pairs of socks and three pairs of shoes abandoned, according to police.

The goods are valued at $17,311, police said.

Soon after, officers found Mulderink and Honath across the street from the golf course, walking on the street. Police arrested them, and the two gave detailed confessions about the burglary, according to the sheriff's office.

Mulderink, of the 6000 block of Brittney Lane, and Honath, of the 6600 block of Ravinia Drive, both in Tinley Park, appeared in the Bridgeview branch of Cook County Circuit Court on Monday, and both had their bail set at $10,000. They have posted bail, and are scheduled to appear in court again June 18, according to the sheriff's office.

--Liam Ford


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