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merlin · #31 (**permalink**) October 21st, 2007, 11:08 AM

I assume then that the players in question dont mind that they are being noticed and talked about for there appearance over ability in the first instance. Sexism sells!!?!?

Diane · #32 (**permalink**) October 21st, 2007, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by merlin

I assume then that the players in question dont mind that they are being noticed and talked about for there appearance over ability in the first instance. Sexism sells!!?!?

I would assume they do mind in the sense that they want their ability noticed as well - after all they are professional athletes. However, I'd be surprised if you can find any woman who doesn't dress to show her "assets" to full advantage. I'm not trying to be hard on my own sex, but it's innate - look if I have great legs, of course I want to show them. If you're looking at my legs, maybe you won't be thinking that there's another darn woman on the course that day.

Bump - it's taken many years for the LPGA to get over the stigma of the 70's. Middle America wasn't comfortable with their fan base at that time. So I think yes, Sex sells, not Sexism.

bump-n-run · #33 (**permalink**) October 21st, 2007, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by merlin

I assume then that the players in question dont mind that they are being noticed and talked about for there appearance over ability in the first instance. Sexism sells!!?!?

Dig the avatar...not the best player in the world but makes a calendar every year (Sophie Sandolo of the Ladies European tour)...'nuff said..

merlin · #34 (**permalink**) October 21st, 2007, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by bump-n-run

Dig the avatar...not the best player in the world but makes a calendar every year (Sophie Sandolo of the Ladies European tour)...'nuff said..

Sophie's calendar is a xmas gift to myself every year,couldnt tell you much about her, but oh my god she is beautiful.

merlin · #35 (**permalink**) October 21st, 2007, 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Diane

If you're looking at my legs, maybe you won't be thinking that there's another darn woman on the course that day.

Personally speaking the more of the fairer sex on the course the better.I have never understood what some men object to when they see women playing golf, i have had several arguements with peopl about this.

gintonic · #36 (**permalink**) October 24th, 2007, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by merlin

Personally speaking the more of the fairer sex on the course the better.I have never understood what some men object to when they see women playing golf, i have had several arguements with peopl about this.

I just heard someone I was playing with this past weekend comment on this, his reasoning was that women are too much of a distraction on the course, they slow things down, and often make too much noise. I personally have never witness acts to support this opinion, but this guy is a club member that plays almost everyday.

merlin · #37 (**permalink**) October 24th, 2007, 11:14 AM

They wouldnt be a distraction if he played his own game,have they never seen women before??

gintonic · #38 (**permalink**) October 24th, 2007, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by merlin

They wouldnt be a distraction if he played his own game,have they never seen women before??

Well, he said he's been married for over 25 years, so probably not.

okay, lame joke I know

Diane · #39 (**permalink**) October 24th, 2007, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by merlin

They wouldnt be a distraction if he played his own game,have they never seen women before??

Merlin - My Hero

merlin · #40 (**permalink**) October 24th, 2007, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Diane

Merlin - My Hero

CallawayFanX~20 tour · #41 (**permalink**) October 24th, 2007, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by straightshooter

I too prefer to see the tour players in long pants. Why do I care? Just a preference! No big deal, but as a 'customer' of the PGA Tour (for example through watching TV), I might as well state my preference!

fin i think they should be able to choos the things they wear

royalwulff · #42 (**permalink**) October 30th, 2007, 11:55 PM

I think the players should be able to decide for themselves, as long as there are some guidelines. Some of the shorts I have seen out for men are a bit much. I would also have to chime in and say that IMHO the LPGA also needs to set some guidelines for the ladies also. I saw Wie in a tourney this earlier year that I thought were...shall we say showing to much of her assets. I think people would be suprised as to how some of the guys would present themselves, and how many would stay in long pants.

Martini78 · #43 (**permalink**) October 31st, 2007, 02:33 AM

I absolutely hate the idea of PGA Tour players wearing shorts. Pants are so much more professional looking, IMO. Only on 90+ degree days with 90%+ humidity will I not wear slacks and a belt with a collared shirt tucked in.

s.morgan · #44 (**permalink**) October 31st, 2007, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Martini78

I absolutely hate the idea of PGA Tour players wearing shorts. Pants are so much more professional looking, IMO. Only on 90+ degree days with 90%+ humidity will I not wear slacks and a belt with a collared shirt tucked in.

I have to agree with you Martini78

dieter · #45 (**permalink**) November 2nd, 2007, 06:44 PM

As far as the LPGA goes, Royalwulff, short shirts are a desired outfit for the hotter players. Seriously, a couple of years ago, that was suggested to get more viewers.

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