Young Phenom Rises to the Top

Bobby Jones in 1930, Tiger Woods in 2000, Rory McIlroy in 2013…and now in 2015 we have Jason Gorrell. These are arguably the greatest seasons in golf.

After several years of struggling to find his way, young Gorrell has started off this year in historic form. He has consistently been among the low scorers every week. He leads the ringer board with a score of -4. And he is dressing at a level of coordination and country club sophistication that has John and Dave Gill sitting up and taking notice.

 

Most impressive among Jason's countless accomplishments is how he running away with the money list. After only four weeks of play, he is sitting $50 ahead of his nearest competitor with $96. To give you some perspective on Jason’s money total, last year the full season leader totalled $283 with only one other person over $200. Two years ago, only a single person cracked the $200 barrier. These were after 20 week seasons which extended into mid August. Jason is on pace to crack $200 by July if present trends continue.

Unnamed sources are suggesting that an alleged two week family vacation to Phoenix this past winter was actually an intensive 14 day work session with famed golf instructor Stan Utley.

 

When asked to comment on Jason’s rise to fame, a fellow golfer (who asked to remain anonymous) stated that he was proud of his friend. “Jason isn’t really that athletic so it makes it even more impressive” said his colleague.

 

Former Mens’ Night #1 Brad Benton was unavailable for comment due to the lifetime media ban placed upon him in 2011 by Commisioner Stephen David.  In any case, we are certain that Brad wishes nothing but the best for Jason.
 

Not surprisingly, Jason also had one of the two closest to the holes, hitting it tight on #5. Chris Kimpinski was best on the par 3 ninth hole.

 

The only downfall with Jason's rise to prominence has been a noticeable decline in the number of golfers coming to play. For example, despite the great weather only 28 played this past Wednesday.

 

Several players have stated off the record that they are simply not showing up because they feel they can't beat Jason Gorrell.  Robin Kimpinski's recent comments epitomized the general feeling. "I used to win every week but now it seems just pointless. It really is impacting my self esteem" lamented Kimpinski.

Another Jason (Hunter) partnered with Charlie McNabb to win two skins, taking in $20 for #3 and #9. The only other skin was won by Stephen David and Wes Arnfinson who took home $20 for their combined efforts on #7.
 

To see Jason Gorrell in action, please join us at the Lakeside Golf Club next Wednesday evening. He will be doing a media session at 4:30 pm followed by a meet and greet for fans. Free admission for children under 8 and Prairie Mountain Health employees.