Once again we were treated to some of the most amazing..........discussions in
golf history. By the end of the 5th pint of Guinness he had shaved 3 shots from
this 1st day last year, and was looking for a ruling from Murphy on Aul Dear who
put off his game. Anyway, Mr. Phil Kelly showed us on the second day why he is
regarded as one of the more serious treats on a yearly basis when he got into a
good run and was at one stage only 1 shot from the leaders approaching the last
coupe of holes. Unfortunately he fell at the last hurdle, sure that hill on the
18th would shake the bones of many a tired puppy.
Final odds yet to be decided on this, could all depend on the final selection of
courses. Wait for mere
Odds: 9:2 subject to change
Honours: Winner '99
3rd '01
Mr. Steady Eddie once again got into the last group on the final day of this
fantastic spectacle that is the PJ Murphy Invitational. We must check out the
stats to see if Michael has been in the last group on all tournaments, one to
look into PJ.
Again he came into this competition under the watchful eye of most of the
competitors as they check out this form ( Golf form Andy!!!!) As is the norm these
days
Mick was steady round the 1st day and Qualified for the last group. Many thought
that this was Michael?s year, as there were Chinese whispers which faintly sounded
like no bottle, will choke, lost the touch etc etc. Michael again fell on the back
straight, which could call for a steward?s enquiry. Is Michael taking this
competition seriously enough, or is it a rouge to avoid putting the Green'ish
Jacket on in public.
Last year the bookies took him out of the equation by once again putting their
faith in the steady man by having him even 'steven jointers but this year they
have decided that they need to resurrect some interest in Mr. Frawley. The bookies
think he has no bottle and hence,
Odds Even Money JF
Honors: Winner '97
Connor's golf has suffered a major blow this year, as Intel found him on their
payroll books as an Employee, sought him out and implemented a "back to work "
program for him.
Connor is also one who we expect to shine every year. He had a bad start last
year when he was damaged physiologically by the antics of Dave (driving Miss
Daisy) Mc's trip to Athlone from Mullingar. Also the dry reaching incident on the
2nd green didn?t help either. No not Connor, Dave, but sure he had to witness
that. Connor came into the clubhouse, and after seeing the pairings for the 2nd
day proceeded to the bar to get skulled. He was overheard to be saying, "how do
you expect me to play golf when I am paired up with that Muppet for tomorrow".
So the 2nd day approached and low and behold, he struggled round, accepting
defeat, and we all know that Connor does not like to loose.
Still, Ladbrokes like Mr. Shields and I feel those recent performances not only
in this tournament but also in other outings, they are seeing Connor as the steady
even
money bet.
As per every year the other bet is being honoured Even money he sinks his putter
into any green after a missed 2 foot par!!!!
Honours: Winner '98
Odds: 6:1
People were under the impression that because he was the reigning champion that
he would not try too hard this year, and from comments made it seems that he
didn?t. PJ as always gives us men a fantastic tournament, with all the trills and
spills you would expect from a gang of degenerates like ourselves.
Mr. Murphy showed us the way on the first day and unfortunately did not qualify
for the final grouping was in fairly good standings.
On the second day PJ went out, and after the first couple of holes realised that
they would have to relinquish the Green Jacket. We were honoured to see him take
the turn in Glasson to some fantastic shots, and even the audience was treated to
the infamous PJ wit, "take your applause and bow"
Last year he has not taking a lot of bets due to the ridiculous odds, set by Phil
Kelly, this year the odds will be a true reflection. Jet Ski Lady 50:1 outsider
No, Mr. Murphy's odds will be as follows
Odds: 8:1
Honours: Winner 2000
Mr. Gartlan is destined to have to resort to violence in order to get that green
jacket on his shoulders. Mr. Nearly man will now be known as "Mr. "what the f**k
are they doing down there. Did you see it, WHAT,
Dickheads........................BOOM...........................Well.....................Jesus..................can
they not see the f***ing thing......................BOOM....................Andy,
would you not take a 7 iro....shut the f**k
up..........................BOOOOOOOOOOM.......................Dickheads, F**kin
Dickheads Man"
Andy needs to be more controlled if he is too take this jacket home.
Unfortunately the temptation to murder the ball was, is and will always be there
and this is why ( and I take my life in my hands here when I say) he will not win
this competition in the next 5 years. Andy is however a very good each way bet,
each way that is to fall asleep and spill gargle all over himself. We have
although, to take into account that Andy has recently joined a club and is getting
lessons for his temperament, lets hope it works.
Odds: 10:1
Honours Shomers!!!
Last year we said "Why the hell does McEvoy make an arse of it, every year?"
This year we say the same bloody thing!!!!!!!!!!!!
Macker did prove one thing though, and that is that he does care
about "The Jacket" and dare I say it.....even more than Andy!!!!!
Although he would be a very popular winner, one has to wonder what he
has to do to win this title. Involved in a stupendous playoff last year
with
Barry (albeit the loser), unfortunately Macker is falling rapidly into the
"only original member not to win" category, so you have to wonder if the
mounting pressure is just too great i.e. will anyone ever forget that
ridiculous
numbskull chip followed by the mind boggling fantastic putt, that sadly was
a little too much, a little too late!
A serious contender but haunting memories may plague him!
Odds: 9:2
Honours: Runner-up 2001 (other than that.....fuck all)
As was predicted Mr. Collins shone through. Rob played some amazing Golf on both
days and was right there at the end sniffing out that musty smell which emanated
from the Jacket. In true style, and we would not expect any less, Rob and Turbo
went down to sort out the boozers for the arrival of the "Aul Blokes". We were
treated to some fantastic shots both on the off the course and I am glad to say
that Rob's alter ego Mr. St. John's Wart was with us all the way.
Odds: 10:1
Again Turbo entertained us on and off the golf course, a man once again who has
his focus clearly on squeezing 6 vodka?s out of the bottle of red bull. Options
changed of Turbo from the hard North Sider to the soft sweet excitable young man,
and we all thought he was taking a piss.
This year we hope to see him in the last group fighting for a top 3 finish, if not
the top spot. An issue has been raised, and it is that it was Turbo?s idea for
Westport. If so we are guaranteed to be in some good night spots
Odds: 15:1
The sad news has been filtered down that Mr. Beegan is a no runner for this year.
His wife, and his doctor have withdrawn him. Ray you will be missed, especially by
me. It was a pleasure staying in a room with a guy who takes care of his roommate
and orders him breakfast in bed.
You have a wonderful holiday, we will have a beer in your honour.
Odds Smodds for our buddy beego..
Mr. Show-off, Mr. Trickster. Who would have believed that in only 1 year he would
go from hacker to hacker who can hit a ball full whack, catch it mid flight and
hurdle the thing at the green. A surprise man at the session, with a few good
tunes coming out of him. Who will ever forget those famous words ? He is a
Businessman, I want drink?.
We are all looking forward to seeing Jim again this year, hopefully we will not
have to be bantered with the new selection of Swedish Pine barstools now in stock.
Odds: 15:1
Odds on Jim controlling Andy on the second night: Bookies not taking bets.
Well what can you say, first year in the tournament and already a winner.
An honour previously coveted by Mr. Frawley, which he now has to share with
Barry. However. Now Barry has the chance to covet the other major honour
that
has eluded the previous 4 winners.........and that is the back to back Green
Jackets.
All others have failed miserably at the task, so now we'll see what the
elder
Tyrone man has to offer.
A few points to note though :
1. Although he held his bottle well in the playoff hole with Mr. McEvoy,
does
this really prove anything........considering his opposition!!!!!! (Sorry
Macker)
2. The other point to note is that at one stage in the final round (around
Hole 9)
it was estimated that Mr. Kelly held approximately a 9 stroke lead (after an
outstanding front 9) and then proceeded to completely "drop his bags" and
let the hangers on catch up. It could be viewed that only that we ran out of
holes, he could possibly have come last (nearly??).
Overall, a real strong contender, however the tournament history stats
indicates
that the pressure will be just too much.
Odds: 4:1
Honours: Winner '01
