I have played in two events since last posting. The Tarheel Tour event in Bermuda Run was a minor disappointment. I shot 77-70=147 to miss the cut by 4. I had a double each round, and keeping the big numbers out of my rounds continues to challenge me. The good news is that I played well the second day and shot 31 on the back nine. I even had a gallery! Joey Perkins and Bryan Andrews came out to follow my final 9, and I told them they need to travel with me all the time. Walter Hall also watched me play, as he is recovering from wrist surgery and home in Winston-Salem for a few weeks.

This past week I was in Lagrange GA. for a Sunbelt event. I had my first round in the 60's, shooting 69 in the second round with 5 birdies and an eagle. Unfortunately I sandwiched that round with a pair of 76's that hurt my chances of placing well. I actually had my best ball striking tournament of the year, which is encouraging. Again, I had a double each round and was unable to make pars when I got a little off cycle. My up-n-down percentage was better, and the practice I am putting in is starting to pay off.

Next week I am playing in a Tarheel event in China Grove, and the following week I will go to West Virginia for the local US Open qualifying, and then to South Bend for the Hooters event there May 17-21.

I did learn some good news recently about one of my sponsors. Brian Cook and Traci are expecting twins in October!! They live in Jacksonville and have been very kind by allowing me to stay with them while traveling. Those days may be numbered once the babies arrive, and I told Brian that I would happily give up the guest room and sleep with "Deacon" their dog out by the pool! More after China Grove.