It was about twenty years ago when Lester Thorp and I went to a golf tournament in Portland, Texas. It was a Ben Hogan tournament for young men trying to make it to the PGA pro tour. We didn't know any of the golfers so simply picked out a foursome to follow. One of the golfers was David Toms from Shreveport. He wasn't very big, but was really good. We were allowed to walk along with the golfers. They caddied themselves. We talked to David while we walked from shot to shot, encouraging him as he played. At the end of the round this young golfer came over to us and shook our hands, thanking us for walking with him. I thought right then how I would love to see him make the "big leagues" and do well. He did and he has! He has placed second once this year already. He is a past winner of the prestigious PGA Tournament. He is ranked among the best golfers in the world.
Yesterday on his website I saw an address so e-mailed him about that long-ago event. To my utter amazement I received this reply: "Mr. Pogue: Thanks for taking the time to write me an e-mail. I do remember the course, the tournament and the conditions. I hope you are doing well. I hope the hurricanes stay clear of you this fall. David"
How is that for class? A man making millions each year taking time to write an old coot like me.Join me in pulling for David Toms on the pro tour.
