Fog City

Since 2009 we have gathered as a family in Palm Desert for the Hanucup Golf tourney. Initially it was played in December and coincided with Hanukkah. Weather mandated a seasonal change and now it falls on Mother's Day weekend in the Spring. The name remains even though it's closer to Passover. Children play in the pool, sumptuous food is served constantly and we have our Friday morning tourney. Eight players teed up this year, all of varying degrees of competence, hence we use the handicap system to equal the playing field. Our winner this year was Adam Gautier, with a 31 handicap, edging out myself with an 11 handicap. It was great fun. Cassidy created these humorous introductions, and I wanted to save them.

From: Cassidy Raher <cassidyraher@hotmail.com>
Date: May 9, 2019 at 6:45:38 PM PDT
To: Larry Brooks <larrybrooks@me.com>
Subject: Golf introductions

Golf introductions:

From Cedar Rapids, Iowa, this golfer is the owner of 2 green jackets. As well as 2 gray sweatshirts and 3 white pullovers. A man who’s social media presence rivals that of the Kardashians. A golfer who moves through life at the pace of a lawn bowling match. 3 time Hanucup champion: Tom Raher!

This next golfer’s swing hasn’t changed in two years, which was also his last swing. A man who needs no introduction. The dark horse of this tournament, and within his family. The king of cuisine. Captain of cutting. Chairman of chopping. The barista of the boardroom. Danny Brooks!

Next on the tee, an estate planner from Agoura Hills, CA. He’s the lost member of the rat pack. And the proud owner of a back pack. A seasoned traveler who hasn’t seen his own home since the last Hanucup, he plans on beating all of today’s opponents.... with jokes and sarcasm. Let’s hear it for Adam Gauthier!

“Next on the tee, a fashion icon in his own mind; a golfer who’s had more hairstyles than Lady Gaga; a man who keeps the local dispensaries in business. San Diego native and Former hanucup champion; Steven Dratler!”

Next on the tee, a lawyer from Alameda, CA. This golfer is just excited he’s getting fresh air. A former member of the Avengers, which is the name of his litigation team, he swings his driver like he’s just mainlined a triple shot of espresso. Last year’s runner up, Casey Kaufman!

“First on the tee, the defending champion and family videographer; this guy has lanes reserved at Fantasy Bowling this evening at 11 if anyone wants to join, always representing the Bay and looking to be the first repeat winner, 1 time Hanucup champion, Cassidy Raher!”

“Next on the tee, from Rancho Santa Fe, Ca, this golfer returns to the Hanucup after a 4 year absence. After only playing his home course since then, he’s most looking forward to getting back there as soon as possible. Ready to compete for the crown, Howard Dratler!”