Able Quote by Dan Jenkins
“You can't have a U.S. Open anymore without an extra course to store all the hospitality tents. I used to be able to drive up to the clubhouse and park like the players. Now, there are seven corporate hospitality guys who have my spot, and I'm on a bus.”
About This Quote
Source Column: Golf commentary, 2018
The writer laments that increased corporate hospitality at the U.S. Open has displaced regular players, reflecting commercialization of sport.
In simple terms: Corporate tents crowd out players.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for player access over corporate space.
Themes
sports
commercialization
accessibility
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
opinion
sports
When to use this quote
- tournament planning
- facility design
- player logistics
Key Concepts
golf industry
venue management
fan experience
Questions to Reflect On
- Should tradition outweigh profit in sports venues?
- How can events balance player needs and sponsorship?
A Different Perspective
May ignore revenue benefits of hospitality.
