The USGA doesn't want to recognize the fact that today's players are better than ever. They seem willing to do anything to prevent us from shooting scores that would make us appear better than the great names of the past. — Hale Irwin Copy Share Image
I don't sleep well. I rehash everything in bed. The mind's still working. — Hale Irwin Copy Share Image
I can forgive the body breaking down. It's a little tougher to forgive that mental lapse. — Hale Irwin Copy Share Image
My dad was a good athlete. My mom had longevity. There were some athletic genes that certainly got passed down. — Hale Irwin Copy Share Image
The positions I played in football, being a quarterback and a defensive back, you had to kind of have a little independent thinking. — Hale Irwin Copy Share Image
You can talk about strategy all you want, but what really matters is resiliency. — Hale Irwin Copy Share Image
Golf is the only-est sport. You're completely alone with every conceivable opportunity to defeat yourself. Golf brings out your assets and liabilities as a… — Hale Irwin Copy Share Image
People, in whatever walk of life, would be surprised if they just gave themselves a chance by believing in what they are. — Hale Irwin Copy Share Image
I never underestimate my opponent, but I never underestimate my talents. — Hale Irwin Copy Share Image
Feeling tired should almost never be an excuse, because your body has huge reserves of energy. But if you eat badly, stay out late,… — Hale Irwin Copy Share Image
On the PGA Tour, guys finish in the top 10, make a ton of money and think they're great players. In my era, you… — Hale Irwin Copy Share Image
Do I want to tackle a 230-pound guy who's running like a deer? Heavens no, no one in their right mind would. But there… — Hale Irwin Copy Share Image
