Phil Mickelson at the US Open 2008 (3rd Round)

Phil Mickelson, it seems that the US Open will not be yours this year. People question your 'Driver Strategy', and point to your 'meltdown' at the 13th hole. It was your candor and humor in the interview after the round that reminded me how much I love and appreciate your game, as well as how you deal with us, the fans.

When asked if you have ever had a 9 at the 13th hole, you replied that, yes, you had, but you were only 8 years old at the time.

Hang in there Lefty, and make us proud. You have great days ahead.

Laudizen

Tennessee, Stanford, and my Dad

I'm watching the women's collegiate basketball championship tonight on TV, and thinking of my Dad, who died last year. My father was way ahead of the rest of the nation in his love for women's basketball. He liked the movement of the game, the give and go, and the hustle. He hated the men's game, the in-your-face attitude, slam dunks, and the worship of self that seemed to dominate the men's contests.

Let's hope that the women's game remains the beautiful show that so many around the country have come to love.

I have my doubts.