Our dogs will be dressed in purple this week to welcome a first-time visitor to the DogLegNews Dog House: Harold Varner III.
This past week at The Heritage, just about every Tour player was supportive of the return of Morgan Hoffmann, who was diagnosed nearly three years ago with muscular dystrophy.
Harold Varner III was a bit insensitive — to say the least. And perhaps it was karma taking a bite out of Harold’s behind on the back nine on Sunday when he couldn’t buy a birdie and finished in a tie for third at Harbour Town.
Varner’s quote regarding Hoffmann’s return:
“I did not, but I’m not a very aware person, never have been. I’m out there to beat Morgan. I don’t really care. I get that he’s been through a lot, but everyone on this planet’s going to go through something, and that’s his battle. My battle may come down the road later. When you’re on the golf course, it’s time to compete. I want to win. I don’t know. That’s kind of messed up, but it is what it is.”
Sorry Harold, even though you’re a fellow ECU alum, that’s wasn’t really cool to say something like that.
So, we’ll dress the dogs in purple and gold so you’ll feel right at home in our Dog House!
2 Comments
baxter cepeda
It’s pretty harmless Tom.
Most fans and most players truly don’t care about these side stories.
Harold is being truthful.
As you know Harold is awesome.
Funny he mentions his battle may come in the future considering he is one of the very few black players on tour. Maybe it is true he is unaware of things. Helps him stay focused and positive.
Like everyone, I really like Varner. He golfs well but looks and sounds different. He says interesting funny things.
And this to me is preaching to the choir. It’s game time. He’s there to win …no time for other players feel good stories at game time.
I love Hoffman’s story but I also Love the thirds mentality here.
Tom Edrington
Harold is one of the best-liked players out there; This time, though, I wish he had not said what he said…..karma bit him on the back nine Sunday when he couldn’t find a birdie anywhere……