Golfing in the Himalayas

Having wanted to hit the slopes of the famous Himalayas for over half a year, Dominik Endres shows off his first putting attempts against the backdrop of the the Royal & Ancient clubhouse. The red building to the right used to be university-owned Hamilton Hall, soon to be a hotel again.

A celebratory pose in front of the St. Andrews Links Clubhouse and inside later for some afternoon coffee and cakes. (Left to right: Jennifer, Dominik and Vinet)

Commentary found in international newspaper: "Hailing from South Africa, the 2007 LPGA rookie of the year, Vinet Coetzee, fired a 10-under-par 62 in the second round to move up the leaderboard at the British Open."


While "Hartmut" nested in his mother's womb, he would never really pick up a club until he was 18, which was about the same time he graduated from high school and decided to backpack in New Zealand and Fiji for six months. “I never knew what I wanted to do when I was in high school. So after I finished, I traveled,” he said. “It was an adventure. I bungee jumped, sky dived, I did it all.”

Upon returning home, "Harti’s" adventure continued as he spent the next few years bartending in St. Andrews. While “getting partying out of my system,” "Hartmut" started competing as an amateur and won his first three tournaments. They were small amateur events, but wins nonetheless that inspired him towards golf. His goal of earning a golf scholarship to a college worked when, at 21, he matriculated at the University of St. Andrews in 2030. "Hartmut" posted five wins while attending university that lead to thoughts of playing golf for a living afterwards.

When approached by reporters, "Hartmut" commented, "I think it was all that putt-putt golfing my mother did on the Himalayas while I was still in the womb."

It is very hard not to like Gözde Ozakinci. After a good shot, she jumps around joyfully and offers an infectious smile that spreads an enthusiasm that reminds you why you call her a "friend."

Seen on a golf advertisement:

"Unravel the mystery of ball flight control and learn why it goes the direction it does!"

ST. ANDREWS, Scotland -- Top-ranked women's golfer Jacorien Coetzee on Friday said she would consider following Vinet Coetzee and take on the leading male player, Dominik Endres.

When a reporter asked Ms. J. Coetzee if she would play against a man, the South African said, "I am not going to say no."

"Perhaps we'll change direction," she added. "I am flexible. We are willing to look at something fun, and it could be fun to play a man."

Ms. J. Coetzee did not mention any potential events or competitors other than her flatmate, Vinet Coetzee.


Yikes! Get this girl signed up for some lessons, someone!