The excitement of the holiday season has reached an almost unbearable climax for kids who have dared to sit on the knee of Santa Claus and whisper their wishes. Once the Christmas tree lights go out and the blanket is pulled overhead, every rush of wind, creek of the floor and bump in the night will make the heart jump. They will know that the morning will arrive quicker if only they can fall asleep. That type of innocent anticipation may be only a memory to adults, but for those who love golf, the experience is similar to the night before a round. Knowing that you have a morning tee time is like knowing that a gift-wrapped present is waiting for you under the tree.
Golf offers all the mystery of a gift-wrapped present.
The PGA TOUR is about to unwrap a new season of golf and, like kids at Christmas, anticipation among the contestants is no doubt high. Rookies who finally advanced through the qualifying school will be eager to prove themselves during restless days on the world's premier golf circuit. Golf fans are eager with a sense of anticipation. Television viewers, gallery patrons and Web readers have learned to expect the unexpected. Not only has Tiger Woods carved out some amazing victories, he has proven that he's human by the manner in which he handles defeat.