Golf As a Way of Life
Park saw a new horizon for himself, outside of the backbreaking farm work. His passion was golf and he knew he could make a good living from it.
He had a superb touch on the greens but it was with his driver that he gained most respect. He was a very, very long hitter of the ball. As the legendary Allan Robertson said, "He frichtens us a' wi' his lang driving."
According to reports from that time, Park sometimes played matches using only one hand and standing on one leg. He lost only once.
In another he played all his tee shots off the face of a watch. The watch face was scratch free at the end of play.
He was a true showman and knew how to draw in large crowds, who were excited by his style, flair and deft skill on the course.
In a bleak Victorian world of black and grey, Park was a refreshing dash of colour.
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