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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
28-year-old dies after getting struck by lightning on golf course
A man struck by lightning while golfing at a tournament in New Jersey on Tuesday July 8, his died from his injuries, according to information from his family and local authorities. Simon John Mariani, 28, was struck during a competition at the Ballyowen Golf Club, a Hardyston Township Police spokesperson confirmed to USA TODAY on Wednesday, July 16. The club is at Crystal Springs Resort in Hamburg, a borough in Sussex County near the New York state line and about an hour drive from New York City. According to his obituary, Mariani died on Monday, July 14. Mariani lived in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, about 30 miles southeast of the golf course. Health officials: 4 dead after contracting 'flesh-eating bacteria' in Florida this year Reports: Golfer's father performed CPR on golf course Brian Delia, who witnessed the lightning strike while golfing, told WABC-TV the victim was about 300 yards in front of him when the bolt struck him. "We got up to the 14th hole... we saw lightning off in the distance for at least a half an hour before that," Delia told the outlet. Delia said two golfers and the victim's father ran to perform CPR on him before he was taken off the course in a golf cart and then transported by medical helicopter to a hospital. When reached by USA TODAY on Wednesday, July 16, Michelle Abate, spokesperson for Crystal Springs Resort, declined to comment about the incident citing the family's request not to release information. But WPVI-TVI reported the resort released a statement after the incident saying, 'course personnel sounded warning horns to clear the course and that the golf course had been operating under normal conditions before the storm, which developed rapidly.' "The safety of our guests is one of our top priorities," Abate told the outlet. "Our primary concern right now is the well-being of the guest and his family." Preacher arrest: Alabama pastor accused of leaving 5-year-old alone in car to drink in bar Golfer had a 'zest for life' A 2019 University of Notre Dame graduate, Mariani was, "driven, dedicated, smart, likeable and exceptionally talented," according to his obituary. At the time of his death, the obituary says, he worked as an associate at MTS Health Partners in New York City. "Outside of his professional life, Simon embraced all things family and enjoyed painting, photography and baking," his family wrote, adding he loved the New York Yankees, New Jersey Devils, New Jersey Jets, his college alma mater's football team and the Manchester United Football Club. "Simon's love for his family, career, the outdoors and sports reflected his zest for life," his obituary reads. "Simon had the heart of a Champion." Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@ and follow her on X @nataliealund. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Man struck by lightning at New Jersey golf course dies Solve the daily Crossword
National Post
08-07-2025
- Sport
- National Post
Hockey fight breaks out on a golf course in viral clip appearing to feature ex-NHL enforcer
On the golf course, there are few things more annoying than fellow golfers that are taking too much time when playing ahead of you. Article content It's even worse when they might have had a bit too much to drink and become stubborn and argumentative. Article content But in a clip that has gone viral on social media, one player exhibiting all of those irksome traits messed around a bit too much and found out the hard way that perhaps they need to rethink their on-course behaviour. Article content And the person that they squared off with clearly had some previous experience, handling themselves as if they've dropped the gloves more than a few times on the ice. Article content The two-and-half-minute long clip, which was posted to reddit by user YEGG35, shows the argument beginning with a large man in a white shirt arguing with two other golfers off to the side of a tee box on a cart path. Article content Article content The man in white accuses the two men in front of him – one in a black-and-white patterned shirt and shorts, the other in a light shirt and a hat – of taking far too much time to tee off at the hole. Article content 'Let's get going,' the large man is heard saying to the two, 'Or you can play behind us all and you can take all the f****** time you want.' Article content The cameraman then insinuated that the other two have perhaps had too much to drink. Article content 'You guys can't even stand and tee your ball up,' he says as the man in the patterned shirt approaches the tee box, appearing to struggle to place his ball. Article content 'This is f****** bulls***,' the large man is heard saying. 'He's been sitting there for 23 minutes!' Article content That's when the man in the tee box seemingly gets triggered, standing up and walking towards the group and telling them to 'Go cry about it.' Article content Insults and threats fly between the man in the patterned shirt and the larger man in white before the first golfer charges at him. Article content Can you imagine running your mouth at the golf course only to get fed by former NHLer Nick Tarnasky 😂 The Bangs were straight out of the WWE and the guy was warned. Mess with the bull you get the horns! Hockey players are the best — The Morning Skate (@morning_skate) July 8, 2025 Article content It doesn't end well for the slow player, who ends up being easily roughed up and tossed into a nearby water hazard. Article content Article content After he gets back up, he again comes at his foe to disastrous results. Article content The man in white grabs him by the shirt and lands two punches to his face – yelling 'bang!' for dramatic effect as he sends the first man to the ground. Article content Seemingly not content with the damage received, the slow golfer stands up and again comes at the large man, only to be greeted by three more punches and three more 'bangs.' Article content After getting back up off the ground again, the larger man then proceeds to toss the first man several feet through the air and down a hill. Article content At this point, the first man's friend steps in to keep his buddy from any further suffering. Article content It is unclear at which golf course the incident occurred, but several commenters believed that the parties involved all were Canadian, judging by their accents. Article content According to several posts on social media, it's alleged that the man dishing out the hits is none other than Nick Tarnasky, who played five seasons in the NHL from 2005-10 and racked up 297 penalty minutes in 245 career games with the Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers. Article content
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
How to Increase Club Head Speed With Your Driver
How to Increase Club Head Speed With Your Driver originally appeared on Athlon Sports. If there's one question every amateur golfer wants answered, it's how to increase club head speed — since we all want to bomb tee shots like pro players do. Advertisement Problem is, we're not pro players like Cameron Young or Justin Thomas, so we don't have the fundamentals to just swing as hard as we can to make the ball go farther. In fact, in most cases, swinging a club harder actually leads to worse shot results! So what's the secret to unlocking more power by increasing club head speed without being out of control? The Rainmakers Golf Club spent some time on the tee box with top-ranked golf teacher Jake Thurm, who gave us a quick golf lesson to give us some answers. How to Increase Club Head Speed Like a Pro In the video above, I don't beat around the bush when telling Thurm exactly what I want off the tee, jokingly saying, 'I want that distance, man!' Advertisement While Thurm admits that he's all for trying to get more distance, he says the key to increase club head speed is staying under control — which is a major golf swing flaw for most Joe Schmoes. 'I don't like the misconceptions that I hear from amateur players,' he says. 'Their beliefs are what's creating a lack of speed in their golf swing.' So, in essence: You actually have no clue how to increase club head speed efficiently without swinging as hard as you can. This is where Thurm goes into mega golf lesson mode, telling me what I (and most recreational golfers) do wrong. '[These average golfers] don't understand how much work is being done early in an elite-level player's golf swing,' Thurm shares. 'If you put a lot of these elite players on force plates, there's a lot of work done in the takeaway. Advertisement 'I hear a lot of guys say, 'go low and slow' when it comes to getting more speed, but that's not a way to get more speed.' So Thurm has me go through a drill that he likes to use with some of his students. He first has me address the ball, then instructs me to try to start my golf swing and my takeaway — while he's holding the club head to give me some resistance. By doing this, it makes me want to sway back and pull the club with my arms, shifting into my trail foot too early. 'You pushed down on your lead side to try and load the trail side,' Thurm says. 'The club hadn't moved an inch and you already started shifting.' Advertisement Instead of making this common mistake, Thurm instructs me to try again with a proper rotation of the hips, bringing the club with me — rather than just trying to use my arms for more power. 'You're going to shift from your lead side to your trail side,' he tells me. 'By starting your golf swing there, you have more potential for club head speed.' So remember that it's not just swinging your arms as hard or fast as possible that's going to increase club head speed. Instead, it'll happen by using ground force, a proper weight shift, and efficiently getting your whole body to load up from the backswing through the follow through. Related: Ask a Golf Caddie: What's the Most Common Mistake Rec Players Make? Related: Want to Hit a Stinger Golf Shot? Just 3 Adjustments Make it Easy Related: Cameron Young Shares 3 Types of Tee Shots to Better Maximize Your Driver This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
24-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Tommy Fleetwood Net Worth 2025: How Much Money Does He Make?
Tommy Fleetwood, a professional golfer, has drawn attention to his net worth in 2025. With over a decade on the international golf circuit, Fleetwood has built a name for himself through consistent play on the PGA and European Tours. Now, many are curious to know about the wealth he has built over the years. In this article, we will delve into the details of Tommy Fleetwood's net worth in 2025. What is Tommy Fleetwood's net worth in 2025? Tommy Fleetwood has an estimated net worth of 10 million USD in 2025. Advertisement Tommy Fleetwood's net worth in 2025 consists of earnings from years of success on the PGA and European Tours. His income comes from tournament winnings, appearance fees, and endorsements with major brands. What does Tommy Fleetwood do for a living? Tommy Fleetwood is a golfer. Most recently, Tommy Fleetwood was very close to winning his first PGA Tour title at the Travelers Championship. However, lost by one shot to Keegan Bradley. Talking about the match, he said, 'I'm gutted right now. I've not been in that situation for a long time. It's probably the worst way to finish.' Tommy Fleetwood's earnings explained — how do they make money? Tommy Fleetwood earns money from various professional pursuits. Advertisement Golfer – Tommy Fleetwood has built a strong reputation as one of the most consistent golfers on the professional circuit. Ranked 14th in the Official World Golf Ranking, Fleetwood continues to demonstrate top-level performance across both the PGA and European Tours. His career earnings reflect that consistency. He has earned approximately $1 million each from two runner-up finishes and a third-place finish. Beyond those top-three showings, Fleetwood has added significantly to his wealth with several other top-20 placements at major events over the years. Off the course, Fleetwood has built a premium image through a number of high-end brand collaborations. He uses TaylorMade equipment and represents Nike in his golf apparel. His endorsement portfolio also includes luxury brands such as TAG Heuer, Omega, and BMW. In addition to these partnerships, Fleetwood has reportedly invested in real estate, high-end automobiles, and even in golf course developments. The post Tommy Fleetwood Net Worth 2025: How Much Money Does He Make? appeared first on Reality Tea.
Fox News
23-06-2025
- Fox News
Texas father of 3 dies after sudden lightning strike at golf course
Print Close By Adam Sabes, Ashley Papa Published June 23, 2025 A father of three in Texas died on Sunday after a lightning strike hit him while he was golfing. Spencer Loalbo was golfing in Gunter, Texas, with his dad on June 8 when lightning hit him, Gunter Police Chief Danny Jones told NBC DFW. Four hours before severe storms were expected to move into the area, a single storm cloud moved over the golf course. Lightning followed the storm cloud moving over the golf course, hitting Loalbo and killing him. Kaylee Loalbo, Spencer's wife, told the outlet that the lightning strike "came out of nowhere." RODEO STAR'S SON REMEMBERED BY FAMILY ON 1-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF DROWNING DEATH Spencer Loalbo's father was also injured and is still hospitalized at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in McKinney, Texas, following the lightning strike at The Bridges Golf Club, according to KXII. Spencer Loalbo's wife told Fox News Digital that her kids loved their father. BULL RIDER, 24, TRAMPLED TO DEATH IN 'FREAK ACCIDENT' AT RODEO EVENT: 'DEEPLY UPSETTING TO ALL OF US' "That they loved and would do absolutely anything for them. But most of all how FUN he was! Always take them individually on dates, dances. I'm a stay at home mom but occasionally work weddings," Kaylee Loalbo said. "Their favorite time was when they got to pour apple sauce all over his face." Despite losing her husband, Kaylee Loalbo said she is looking to God for guidance and protection. "We are still trusting him and know that we have one another and a faithful God that loves and will never leave us," she said. A GoFundMe organized by family and friends of Spencer Loalbo described him as a "devoted follower of Jesus, a loving husband, a proud father, a cherished son, a loyal friend, and a selfless giver." CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP "His life was a reflection of his faith—serving others, uplifting those in need, and always putting his family and friends before himself," it continued. Print Close URL
