John Daly

John Daly missed his tee time this morning at Arnold Palmer's Invitational (Pro-Am round) and was disqualified for the tournament. This mishap comes shortly after Daly's coach, Butch Harmon decided to drop him as his student. Now the onslaught of negativity is pouring down from all over the sports world. Sports writers, commentators, spokespeople, and fellow golfers are all sounding off and taking shots at golf's easiest target, John Daly. Calling him an alcoholic, irresponsible, self destructive, etc...

Hey people, it's JOHN DALY!! What do you expect? Has anyone ever covered this topic before? Daly's misfortunes is what makes him one of the most popular guys on the tour. He's a guy's guy of golf. How many tee times have you ever been late for? How many beers do you drink during a round? How many times have you been spotted at your local Hooters bar?

You can save all the "he's not acting like a professional," or "he gets paid to play" or "he is being disrespectful to the game" comments. Long John does what Long John does. He drinks beer, smokes cigarettes, plays the guitar, and is treated like a god at Hooters. But you know what? He is one of the most honest and sincere players on the PGA Tour. So he has some flaws. Don't we all? He still attracts one of the biggest crowds in the game.

I am not condoning missing tee times or withdrawing from events. But, I think, everyone needs to simmer down and realize that what John is doing is what John has always done. If you liked him before, then the recent events should not sway your opinion of him. And you may find yourself rooting for this guy even more.