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Tom_Doak

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Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« on: October 07, 2020, 12:32:05 PM »
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Jeff_Brauer

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #1 on: October 07, 2020, 02:06:26 PM »
Add my congrats to my buddy Forrest!  Not many people have worked harder on many issues on behalf of the ASGCA and game than Forrest.  The honor is long overdue.  Three points -


1. - If you need an ear, I'm always available to assist.
2. - Don't do what I did, which was to transfer the one full day a week I spent marketing to ASGCA biz, at the expense of your own firm.
3. - Enjoy the ride and try NOT to be too quotable (Don't ask how I know this......) :)
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Terry Lavin

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #2 on: October 07, 2020, 05:19:11 PM »
Congratulations!  A solid leader, to be sure.
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Adam Lawrence

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #3 on: October 07, 2020, 05:53:01 PM »
VIVA EL PRESIDENTE
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Tommy Williamsen

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #4 on: October 07, 2020, 06:31:59 PM »
Good on ya Forest.
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Forrest Richardson

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #5 on: October 07, 2020, 07:23:23 PM »
I appreciate the congratulations. As I said to someone earlier — "And I managed to get elected with doing any debates."
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Mark_Fine

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #6 on: October 07, 2020, 07:51:19 PM »
Congratulations to Forrest!  This is a more than well deserved honor!  Forrest has not only been a partner with me on many design projects but also a mentor and most importantly a very good friend.  It was back in 2002/3 when I first met Forrest.  I owe a lot to Forrest as he took me under his wing. You won’t find anyone more passionate or more generous with his time and energy and expertise.  He is fun to be around and we have had many great times together. 


This will probably all go to his head and I will have to deal with it  :)  but it’s worth saying because it is true.  Well done Forrest!
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Forrest Richardson

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #7 on: October 07, 2020, 08:24:32 PM »
Wow Mark — who wrote that for you?   ;D   And, yes, I recall that meeting. Something must have been in the water, because we agreed to write book about hazards — what were we thinking?
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BCrosby

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #8 on: October 07, 2020, 08:52:55 PM »
Great news Forrest!
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Mark Fedeli

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #9 on: October 07, 2020, 09:06:05 PM »
Congrats, Forrest!
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Mark_Fine

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #10 on: October 07, 2020, 09:20:38 PM »
Darn it, Laurie must have logged in as me and wrote that post  >:(   Forrest, you know I know better then that to say such nice things about you  ;D
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Bret Lawrence

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #11 on: October 09, 2020, 09:43:27 AM »
Congratulations Forrest!
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Doug Wright

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #12 on: October 09, 2020, 11:33:29 AM »
Congratulations Forrest! Well deserved.
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Lou_Duran

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #13 on: October 09, 2020, 06:24:42 PM »
I am sure that whatever Doug wrote goes for me too.


I've met Forrest at a trade show in SoCal circa 2008 and found him to be candid and willing to share his considerable knowledge.  I regret not making the trip to Mexico around that time to sample his work.


His book on routing is on my desk ready for a deep dive, next to Tom Doak's.  The one on bunkers and hazards is somewhere in my bookshelves in wait for a second reading.  Both are valuable contributions to the gca literature.


Congratulations Forrest!  I hope that your term is successful and filled with many memorable experiences.
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Ronald Montesano

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #14 on: October 10, 2020, 07:27:07 AM »
Doug wrote: Congratulations Forrest! Well deserved.

Forrest, I've enjoyed reading your commentary over the years in this Dgroup. I wish you great success, and hope that you leave your mark on the only organization that wouldn't have Tom Doak as a member (or was it a Marx brother?)
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Forrest Richardson

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #15 on: October 11, 2020, 07:55:34 PM »
Such kind words, and I appreciate hearing from names I have met — and others I only recognize from reading here and elsewhere.
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Garland Bayley

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #16 on: October 12, 2020, 12:45:29 AM »
Quote from: Doug Wright on October 09, 2020, 11:33:29 AM
Congratulations Forrest! Well deserved.

Let me echo Doug. (So you can see what he wrote. And, so I can commend Forrest. )
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Jason Topp

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #17 on: October 12, 2020, 11:08:40 AM »
Forrest - I really appreciate the expertise you have provided on this board.  Congratulations on the position and best wishes. 
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Jeff_Brauer

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #18 on: October 12, 2020, 12:40:50 PM »
Quote from: Doug Wright on October 09, 2020, 11:33:29 AM
Congratulations Forrest! Well deserved.


Doug, I just hope the short letters were not a joke about Forrest's height.......He may be short but not short on skill, or small, but not of small stature.


At least in my humble opinion.
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Ronald Montesano

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #19 on: October 12, 2020, 06:51:46 PM »
cough ... back of hand ... cough ... compliment ... cough
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Joe Hancock

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #20 on: October 12, 2020, 07:57:00 PM »
Quote from: Ronald Montesano on October 12, 2020, 06:51:46 PM
cough ... back of hand ... cough ... compliment ... cough


You’ve posted twice on this thread without fully making your point. What gives?


I’m not a member of the ASGCSA, but fully understand the sacrifice it takes to be involved, and lead, an association. Congrats, Forrest!
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Jeff Schley

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #21 on: October 13, 2020, 03:54:36 PM »
Well done Forest and congratulations. You are respected by your peers and may you enjoy your rein.  ;) ;)
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Mike Sweeney

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #22 on: October 13, 2020, 07:05:25 PM »
Forrest,


I have always appreciated your post. I hope to make Olivas Links (CA), a home course next summer:


http://www.olivaslinks.com/-golf-course-overview


It looks great, and we love Ventura. I just did not have time to get there last trip.


I do believe that ASGCA should have a "value" model in their awards and such. Obviously you would be seen as "nominating yourself", so just take yourself out of the equation.


Congrats.

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Steve_ Shaffer

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #23 on: October 13, 2020, 07:18:49 PM »
Good to see an Arizonan reach the pinnacle of the presidency of the ASGCA. Congratulations !


As an homage to Forrest, I played one of his " value courses" https://coldwatergolfclub.com/  A fun course to play and very reasonably priced.





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Forrest Richardson

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Re: Congratulations to Forrest Richardson
« Reply #24 on: October 14, 2020, 08:22:53 PM »
So refreshing to hear kind words, and for Steve S. to venture to Coldwater! Wow. I hear the course is in good condition...my regret was not arguing more when Bill Kubly (original owner, and founder of Landscapes Unlimited) ripped out the railroad ties at my massive sleep-lined bunker at No. 15. I played like I didn't care, but I did. I miss them :(
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