Mr. Hogan, the Man I Knew Hardcover - 2010
by Kris Tschetter
Ben Hogan is known as the greatest ball striker of all time, and he was also one of the most private. These are the Hogan stories that you've never heard, stories that unlock the mystery to who he was as person.
As a collegiate golfer in the 1980's, Kris Tschetter was fortunate enough to gain membership to the prestigious Shady Oaks Country Club in Texas where Ben Hogan was a member. There was an unwritten rule at the club: Don't bother Mr. Hogan. But 18-year-old Tschetter was unaware of the spell he held over the golf world when she first passed him in the halls of Shady Oaks. Maybe it was Tschetter's work ethic, or maybe it was just her youthful enthusiasm, but Hogan noticed her practicing and offered to help her with her swing. And a unique friendship began.
By the time Tschetter met Mr. Hogan he was in his 70's and although his golf swing hadn't changed, his enthusiasm for the game had waned. The two spent countless hours practicing together on the "little nine" at Shady Oaks, and Tschetter saw a side of Mr. Hogan that few ever knew. While he taught her priceless lessons on golf and life, she helped him recapture his passion for golf by giving him the chance to take the journey all over again.
Mr. Hogan, The Man I Knew sets the record straight about this American icon,revealing his humor and sensitivity. It captures the magical connection that sometimes happens in life in a truly beautiful story about an unlikely friendship between two very different people who shared the same passion.
Summary
As a collegiate golfer in the 1980's, Kris Tschetter was fortunate enough to gain membership to the prestigious Shady Oaks Country Club in Texas where Ben Hogan was a member. There was an unwritten rule at the club: Don't bother Mr. Hogan. But 18-year-old Tschetter was unaware of the spell he held over the golf world when she first passed him in the halls of Shady Oaks. Maybe it was Tschetter's work ethic, or maybe it was just her youthful enthusiasm, but Hogan noticed her practicing and offered to help her with her swing. And a unique friendship began.
By the time Tschetter met Mr. Hogan he was in his 70's and although his golf swing hadn't changed, his enthusiasm for the game had waned. The two spent countless hours practicing together on the "little nine" at Shady Oaks, and Tschetter saw a side of Mr. Hogan that few ever knew. While he taught her priceless lessons on golf and life, she helped him recapture his passion for golf by giving him the chance to take the journey all over again.
Mr. Hogan, The Man I Knew sets the record straight about this American icon,revealing his humor and sensitivity. It captures the magical connection that sometimes happens in life in a truly beautiful story about an unlikely friendship between two very different people who shared the same passion.
Details
- Title Mr. Hogan, the Man I Knew
- Author Kris Tschetter
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition First Edition
- Pages 223
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Gotham Books, New York, NY
- Date 2010-10-14
- Illustrated Yes
- ISBN 9781592405459 / 1592405452
- Weight 0.7 lbs (0.32 kg)
- Dimensions 7 x 5.7 x 0.9 in (17.78 x 14.48 x 2.29 cm)
- Ages 18 to UP years
- Grade levels 13 - UP
- Library of Congress subjects Golfers - United States, Hogan, Ben
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2010033165
- Dewey Decimal Code B
Media reviews
-Booklist
"I never tire of hearing Hogan stories. These stories are special, though. My profound thanks to Kris for sharing her personal thoughts and remembrances of a man so few knew well. This book finally brings to light his humorous and sensitive side. I loved it."
-Ben Crenshaw, Masters Champion, 1984 and 1995
"This young lady obviously knew my friend, Ben, very well. Her anecdotes demonstrate his genuine character. I found her book very entertaining."
-Jackie Burke, PGA Golfer of the Year, 1956
"It's not only the best "golf" book I've ever read but also unveils a Hogan his legions of fans and followers never knew."
-Jim Mahoney, Legendary Hollywood Publicist
"You don't have to know the difference between a hook and a fade or a birdie and an eagle to enjoy this heartfelt story about an unexpected yet unlikely friendship of two people, in different stages of their lives, brought together by the game of golf. Once you start reading this book, don't expect to put it down anytime soon."
-Linda Cohn, ESPN Sportscaster
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