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N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-11-20 | John | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-11-12 | Evan Ballard | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-10-22 | Bob | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks, Mike. I had always heard that there was a rule that required a minimum of ten feet from the edge of the green. |
| 2009-10-09 | jon | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-09-17 | Matthew | 10 | 10 | 9 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for this, I'll be sure to try it out tomorrow when I go out to practice then play! |
| 2009-09-16 | ken | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks for the information. I will work on this. Regards Ken |
| 2009-09-15 | Ed | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | A very prompt response and he made understanding the ruling very to read. I, also am a member of the PGA and it's great to know about this site. Many Thanks Ed Tulowiecki PGA |
| 2009-08-20 | Ken | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-08-02 | Dale | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Very fast response thank you |
| 2009-07-29 | Neil | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you ; very helpful. |
| 2009-07-22 | Paul | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I had an awesome expeirence with Michael Hoffman...Got back to me fast with great detailed responses... |
| 2009-07-18 | Douglas | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | We've discussed this situation quite a bit and Michael answer is very concise and well stated. It has cleared up the confusion and helped us reach a consensus. |
| 2009-07-17 | Penny | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks a lot. |
| 2009-07-12 | Phil | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks Michael. I didn't know they were quite that old, but they're great clubs. If I hit them correctly, they respond MUCH better than the lessor quality clubs I have been playing even if they are "Older Technology" Thanks again |
| 2009-06-28 | Brian | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-06-27 | Brian | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you. What a great service! |
| 2009-06-26 | Blaine | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks, I'll give this a shot a get back with you! |
| 2009-06-20 | Al | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks Michael. I'll continue to use the club. |
| 2009-06-20 | Tony | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Spot on thanks very much. |
| 2009-06-19 | Rich | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for your time.I'm definately going to use the advice. |
| 2009-06-18 | SAM | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-06-10 | Francois Haughton | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you very much Michael. That should help me a lot. |
| 2009-06-08 | Ned | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Many thanks for the prompt answer and for actually citing some authority for your response. That is most helpful. I'm surprised that this issue has not made it into the DRG's. It must come up with some regularity. I wonder how the top level pros play it or if they even run across it on the velvet courses that they play. I tend to think you're right, when you get right down to it, it's simply dirt, that's through the green, without grass growing on it. Play it as it lies. Thanks again for offering your professional assistance to help us wannabe's learn more. |
| 2009-06-08 | Joe | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Very clear and detailed explanation and an extremely timely response. I received an answer to my question in less than 24 hrs. Thanks Michael. |
| 2009-06-04 | Josh | 10 | 7 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-06-03 | Melissa | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-06-01 | Ben | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for the answer Michael. I will know for next time now! |
| 2009-05-21 | Christy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-05-13 | Pete | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Great information - even more than I asked for. Thank you! |
| 2009-05-11 | jerome | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No |
Answers by Expert:
I have been a golf professional since 1981. I was elected into the PGA in 1987. I attained my master clubfitter certificate in 1992. I have given thousands of lessons over the years and I can answer questions about instruction, golf in general, rules, equipment, practice techniques etc. I have served served on the board of directors of the Southern Texas PGA for twelve years and was the President from 2002-2003.
I started as as assistant golf professional in 1981. I have been a head golf professional at several clubs as well as the general manager at two clubs. I am master clubfitter and have given many individual as well as group lessons over the years. I was the President of the Southern Texas PGA 4 years ago. I have been a rules official for the tour qualifying school as well as other events. I have won the Merchandiser of the year award in our section twice.

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