Gary McCord
Gary McCord
Gary Dennis McCordis an American professional golfer, commentator, author, and actor...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionGolfer
Date of Birth23 May 1948
CountryUnited States of America
struggle years magic
Many years ago, in the throes of my struggles on the PGA Tour, I had difficulty even getting into pro-ams. I needed money, so I put together a 45-minute magic show I'd perform at corporate events surrounding the tournament.
above announcer bad fun golfer golfers good guys held million spoke talk
I wanted to be an announcer that spoke to the everyman. I did not want to be a golfer who held his abilities above the audience. I wanted to talk to them, not down to them. There are 30 million golfers out there and they all suck. So I'm just going to tell them how bad I am and how good these guys are and have fun with it." ()
balls bet close five james mouth named player tried
In Valdosta, Ga., during a mini-tour event, a player named James Black bet me $20 he could put five golf balls in his mouth and then close his mouth all the way. I tried it but could get only two in there.
made happens things-happen
I made nothing happen very slowly.
careers
My career started slowly and then tapered off.
pants scream golfers
Golfers don't scream. Golfers just adjust the pleats in their pants and go from there. That's about as antagonistic as we get.
mind way faces
I don't putt face-on exclusively, but in the back on my mind I'm haunted by the notion that I'm sure it's the best way to putt.
hate trying lines
I hate to repeat lines, to say the same damned thing. I try to rewrite cliches and make what I say sound fresh.
sports morning games
He's got an overall flair for the game. It looks to me like he really loves what he does and he can't wait to get up in the morning, go hit some balls and go play.
school comedian magic
My interest in magic was kindled by Steve Martin, the comedian I'd gone to high school with.
eye hands nerves
I'm nearsighted in my right eye, have glaucoma in my left, and the nerves in my hands are on Medicare. Basically, I'm on the wrong end of a short sale.
fall law ideas
If you are going to make a change, don't go halfway. Make it with conviction and stick with your new idea. Ignore the scoffers. Remember, it is a law of nature that if something is different you're going to be taunted, jeered, and told the world is flat. Let the doubters fall off the edge.
golf player two
In Valdosta, Ga., during a mini-tour event, a player named James Black bet me $20 he could put five golf balls in his mouth and then close his mouth all the way. I tried it but could get only two in there.
sunday play feelings
The first time I played a PGA Tour event at Tucson was 1975. I came off the course on Sunday feeling very good about myself. I'd finished at even par, and I knew I could play even better if I worked at it.