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Is Alfonso Riberio Killing The Pro Am?

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Every year the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro  Am is one the most anticipated events of the golf season. Not because it’s adrenaline pinching golf but this event gently guided us into the golf season.

It’s a light hearted event filled with celebrities on one of the most iconic courses in the world.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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But I’ve noticed something this year that I didn’t know was an issue but then again, I wasn’t paying much attention to it.

The question has to be asked. Is Alfonso Riberio, better known as “Carlton,“ killing the Pro Am? He’s become a staple at this event and he’s a pretty good player but many think the Carlton dance has run its course.

The general thought from a lot of golf fans (on Twitter anyway) when they turn on the tournament is “here we go again”.

 

 

For people who grew up in the late 80’s and 90’s the Fresh Prince was a can’t miss show. Hell, I still watch it to this day while having my morning coffee. That stupid dance still brings me joy although I prefer the ones from the show over the ones on the putting green. So is he killing this event? Honestly I don’t think so. He’s just having fun and yes, he’s giving what a lot of fans want to see.

The issue is that golf fans don’t want to see the same “old” celebrities playing this course year after year. How about bringing in the top golf YouTubers to play this event? Way more people would be interested in seeing Rick Shiels, GM Golf, Coach Rusty, the Golficity Guys and countless others out there over the same usual pairings. I think we can all agree that we still want Bill Murray to get his annual invite. He can stay.

 

 
 
 
 
 
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So what are your thoughts? Is Carlton killing the event or is it just boredom with the same celebrities year after year?

Cover Image Via golfweek.usatoday.com

 
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Ed started playing golf when he was 18. It started out as a hobby and something he liked to do but by 2014 it had turned into a full blown obsession. Since then Ed has committed himself to improving and learning more about the game. He doesn’t work in the golf industry, he’s not a teaching pro, he’s a guy who just loves the game and enjoys sharing his thoughts with others who share the same passion.

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