2024 Concrete Classic Golfer Line-up

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  The OG isn’t the same golfer he was when he first won it all. Now a golfer instead of a guy who golfs, Tom’s game is much improved. After missing glory by 1 stroke last year, Tom’s performance didn’t go unnoticed. He shot his personal best in Mishicot. Even more impressively he shot 89 at Mistwood when the boys met back up in the fall. After much needed driver and wedge improvement, TCC’s sweetheart is soundly in the middle of the pack and maybe for the first time in his career, he jumps into the top 5. If ever there was a time for a repeat, this is it.

  Bob Wins… *Bob Swims. A long way from 2019, Bob is no doubt ready to return to the top after some less than eventful finishes in recent years. Always in for fun, Bob’s no doubt a mastermind out on the course. Whether he’s playing board games or mind games, Bob is always the competitor. The big stick still alludes Bob-O-Mania, but his trusty 3 stays in the bag with a full set of new clubs. If the short game stays at it’s best, Bob Swims can return to Bob Wins once again.

  The king of titles hasn’t been able to use his favorite one in a while, that of champion. Once regarded by some as possibly the best golfer in the field, now feels a little underrated. Still long off the tee and when the stars align, he has the talent to be one of the best golfers in the field. The final round in recent years has alluded the lawyer <allegedly>.   Always at the top of the leaderboard, if the penial expert can keep his head strong in the final round, he can get his old title back.

  Sometimes it pays to be number 2. The guaranteed number 2 golfer on the trip won big in his first year. KP also displayed his talents again with Harold in the final round of last year. After battling through some injuries last year, Kevin returns to his old form in 2024. Still plenty long off the tee, Kevin will provide the much-needed bridge between the number one player and the field. He will no doubt be integral on his Ryder Cup team, and if he can manage to team up with is favorite redhead in the final round, he’ll be headed back to the winner’s circle.

Perennial #1 ranked golfer on the trip, his play on the golf course can only be overshadowed by his love for this trip and the people on it. The golf trip is the highlight of Jake's year every year and come to think of it, it's the only thing Jake's cares about at all. For this reason, his win in 2023 was a special one. Jake's first green jacket was a memorable one being it was his first Concrete Classic win and the first one after the loss of our beloved Bryan. There will always be a special place in Jake's heart for his first win and for doing it in his father's memory. The questions remains, will it be his last win? Can he defend the title? Or will his constant work to make his friends and competitors better be the root of his demise? Only time will tell but one thing is for sure, Jake will give it to no one, if you want it, you'll have to take it from him. - GG

  High risk, high reward. That is Andy Terry’s golf game. Andy’s upside is that of a top tier player. He has a toolbox that allows him to hit any shot needed and coming off one of the greatest final rounds in history, Andy is ready to claim victory at The Concrete Classic. If Andy can secure an early victory, he will be an odds-on favorite given his ability to rise to the occasion in final rounds. See Chapter 1/3/6. If the Metallica blasting can keep him in the right head space, AT will Ride the Lightning all the way to the Blue Shirt Club.

  The ultimate competitor and original member finally takes his seat at the Ryder Cup Captain’s table. No one in Mishicot routinely plays more consistent golf than Troy. Whether he has spent the months before on the course and tearing up courses out west or hasn’t touched his clubs, he’ll be ready. Still soundly a top tier golfer, if Troy can reign in his wedges and keep his putter hot, he no doubt can break into the 70’s. With his Ryder Cup team on his back, Troy will be ready to tackle Mishicot for round 7.

  The ultimate student of the game, Big Papa Pump will be a force to be reckoned with. After last year’s opening round 100 and personal best, Dean-O will no doubt be ready to put the triple digits in the rearview mirror. With practice methods using VR and numerous training aids, the old green Nike clubs will be striking the ball better than ever. Dean’s dues have long been paid, it’s time the most deserving golfer on the trip finally wears that green jacket.

  Harold is one of the most tenured players in the field. Year 5 for the big man. Harold has spent the offseason tweaking an already powerful swing. He has shown his potential with fantastic final rounds and an ability to birdie any hole. See hole 1 last year. A sound long ball player, when Harold gets the wedge dialed in, low 90’s will be all but a given. He may not swing as hard as his son but expect the pride of Dent County to continue to top the leaderboards.

  The first child raised on the golf trip, the 20-year-old returns. No one takes in more of the comradery than Humpty. He has continued to wow in his final round performances, shooting a jaw-dropping 78 in 2023. No doubt the best raw talent on the trip, if the baby makes any effort to practice, he will have number one upside. He is quite possibly the only player that has upside that is as high as he decides to work. Let’s see what happens. 

  If the yearly rankings are a mountain, then Ryan is Edmund Hillary. He continues to move his way up and has his sights set on number one in the rankings and has the talent to do so. Still finding his way with the driver swing, he routinely keeps the ball in play. His short game is unconventional but effective and having posted all his personal bests on the trip last year, he’ll no doubt look to outdo himself again. Always in the mix in the final round, Ryan is poised to sit atop the mountain in Mishicot. 

  Finally, Caleb has come back to The Concrete Classic. Caleb returns after another year off. He has never been here on an odd numbered year, yet he managed to knab the Ryder Cup Captain spot. Caleb is the longest off the tee and has spent the most time practicing in the offseason. A big leap in the rankings feels imminent. If Caleb can keep the long ball in play and stays sharp with the short game his upside will put him near the second-best player in the field. If there ever was a year for him to take home that green jacket, this is it.

  Never has a newcomer made such an immediate impact to the golf trip. A mainstay now in year two, Triple G is ready to bring a whole new golf game to Mishicot. A student of the game, Garrett has worked on all aspects since he finished his final round last year. All parts of his game are refined, but the biggest will be his newfound wedge game. This was his Achilles heel last year and now looks to be a strength. Garrett remains a top 3 putter in the field and with his new American Made flat stick, he’ll surely climb in the rankings and the leaderboard.

  Excitement, that’s the best way to describe Reed and his love for The Concrete Classic. Once just a golfer waiting to be invited, Reed is now fully engulfed in all things TCC. The responsible one to the Ryan/Johhny combo, Reed continues to improve and has a naturally athletic swing. If he can refine his short game, he will definitely have the potential to push towards the middle of the field. Reed will no doubt keep the mojitos made and have more fun than anyone out here; but don’t let that happy demeanor fool you, there’s a tiger inside the king of urination.

  The substitute becomes the starter. Caleb’s replacement for last year heads back to Mishicot in a more permanent role. Soundly a top half golfer, Jer has made a point to improve in the offseason. Plenty long off the tee and a natural striker of the ball, if Jeremy can keep the spin down, he can no doubt top his final round 88 from last year. Don’t let that pale skin fool you, now that he knows everyone, expect the Rocky Mountain native to bring a little bit more trash talk this year. 

  God Bless Carl Flint. That was the last sentence of Carl’s bio in 2021. Known for rescuing the 2021 Classic, Carl returns with the same warm welcome. Providing some much-needed depth and fun, Carl will continue to be part of the family in Mishicot, regardless of the frequency. Since 2021 Carl has fell back in love with golf, and he should have a better showing than his already impressive past display. As long as his old skin doesn’t get too cold again, Cully’s game will ring as loudly as his hog.