I was there about 640 on Thursday
Got in about 715. Didn't even bother going for a gnome. They weren't letting people even get in line for the North Shop. We tried to hit the South Shop Tuesday afternoon and that was still a 30 minute wait. We were lucky enough to be there Monday too. We got into the North Shop with about a 10 minute wait when we were leaving around 530. Between flying in and going on Monday afternoon and then 10 hours on Tuesday, I was sore as hell flying back yesterday, and am still feeling it today. My back's f&cked though, so it's not that surprise. Saw a few Illinois hats -- golf team was there yesterday I guess -- and a few of my fellow Blue Devils too. Lots of Michigan hats. More Michigan hats than Bama or Georgia. Understandably.  Previous Message got up at 4am to be at the gates by 6ish so we could get in early. We did the North Gate merch shop right away. It was an hour wait. Very impressive operation. And I missed the gnomes by about 10 minutes. *cuss*. After that, like you said, the stores were jammed all day. If I ever get the chance again, I’ll probably check out the South Gate in the morning. Saw a few guys in Illini hats. Many more in Michigan hats unfortunately. Previous Message Unbelieveable day. So damned hilly. I was gassed after 10 hours out there. Merch building waw overwhemlmed all day. We'd done our shopping the day before. Spent a lot of time on the ropes at 14 Tee. Could watch 13 green from there too. Spent a good bit of time between 16 and 17. My wife got a kick out of the skipping. Took way too many pictures. Previous Message What a course and what a place. Previous Message
I missed this story about the US Mid Am champ being a 39 y/o former Redbird hoops player who's now a realtor in Blo/No. Pretty cool.
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- So, does Rory give himself the green jacket?* - bbonb April 12, 2026, 18:01:36
- Kind of crazy to go from everyone wondering if you'll ever get it done to - GrandmotherPearlsJam April 12, 2026, 17:57:46
- A traditional that’s close to the other ones, but is not* - bbonb April 12, 2026, 17:45:48
- Nice shot Rory * - MC April 12, 2026, 17:41:31
- Lulz. * - harb April 12, 2026, 17:42:20
- Rose can never quite go out and grab it at Augusta.* - voiceofreason April 12, 2026, 17:26:25
- That’s an impressive stat from Scottie. * - harb April 12, 2026, 17:21:15
- Sam Burns with the putt of the week* - assassin April 12, 2026, 17:14:32
- Yikes rory* - gvibes April 12, 2026, 17:10:22
- Scottie is relentless * - PapaDels April 12, 2026, 17:00:52
- Does everyone know that a top 12 (plus ties) finish earns an invite to next year's Masters?
 - IlliniSax05 April 12, 2026, 16:42:36
- Rose pulled that basically a full cup, right? He just saw it move in that direction* - gvibes April 12, 2026, 16:26:33
- Li had a 10 on 13? yikes* - gvibes April 12, 2026, 16:16:44
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- Would love a Rors choke, Rose win but don't think it will happen sadly.* - nash April 12, 2026, 15:41:01
- That top 12 cutoff might help a couple guys get back next year - Potomac April 12, 2026, 15:36:16
- This is sweet* - gvibes April 12, 2026, 15:22:37
- Let's go, Rosey! * - Tuscy April 12, 2026, 15:17:19
- Would love to see Rose win one.* - voiceofreason April 12, 2026, 15:08:45
- Rory going to have get his shit figured out in a hurry if he wants to go b2b* - GrandmotherPearlsJam April 12, 2026, 14:54:37
- henley and rose enter the chat.* - Ari Gold April 12, 2026, 14:36:18
- Feels like Scottie is primed for a run here.* - voiceofreason April 12, 2026, 14:33:40
- scheffler hanging in there.* - Ari Gold April 12, 2026, 14:32:50
- derp* - Orangeillini April 12, 2026, 14:23:48
- My goodness the bounces Young is getting* - PapaDels April 12, 2026, 14:06:10
- Oof thanks for playing Sam Burns* - PapaDels April 12, 2026, 13:55:42
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- Oof Cam * - jdl April 11, 2026, 16:16:38
- The quality of golf being played right now is incredible * - uofi1998 April 11, 2026, 15:32:12
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- Campbell 3 under through 10 - jdl April 11, 2026, 13:50:55
- Scottie Scheffler has joined the chat* - PapaDels April 11, 2026, 13:32:03
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- The Thursday morning / Friday afternoon waves (including Rory) had a nice advantage. - Orangeillini April 10, 2026, 18:15:25
- Rory is now nuclear.* - voiceofreason April 10, 2026, 17:33:06
- Lol, Bryson has been a disaster in bunkers the last couple days.* - voiceofreason April 10, 2026, 17:23:08
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- Jason Day looks like he's wearing pajama pants* - assassin April 10, 2026, 12:28:24
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- Campbell will play the weekend - jdl April 10, 2026, 11:44:54
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- LAM, I grew up playing pick-up sports with him in my neighborhood. He was a couple grades younger* - Franklin April 9, 2026, 18:29:54
- these Masters Merchandise sales numbers are staggering - Sounder April 9, 2026, 15:10:37
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- it's very early. but it kinda looks spicy out there. may get some super high scores this week* - John Coctostan April 9, 2026, 8:48:49
- Lots of aces at the par 3 contest - jdl April 8, 2026, 14:27:46
- Got to bucket list at Augusta today for a practice round. Holy shit, that was awesome. - voiceofreason April 7, 2026, 21:45:34
- Looks good on you.... - jdl April 6, 2026, 13:08:08
- Feeling the Brits this year... rooting for Rose, and feel like Fleetwood or Bobby Mac may emerge* - uofi1998 April 6, 2026, 11:23:10
- A Tradition That Doesn’t Look Like The Others^ - bbonb April 6, 2026, 11:03:30
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- I love the look of this year's gnome!... - shua April 6, 2026, 10:04:07
- Are there any Illini playing this week? Heading down to Augusta now for a practice round - voiceofreason April 6, 2026, 9:47:53
- We need to prevent pros from regaining amateur status to keep the coolness - gvibes April 6, 2026, 9:27:49
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