Fred Funk

I am a Maryland grad and a Fred Funk follower. I noticed that Fred has missed the last couple tournanments and he is not listed as a participant in the upcoming tournament in Korea. I know he hurt his thumb in the Senior Open. Does anyone have an update on his injury status?

Thanks.

Bill

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Reply-to:Hope you have time to read this 3/20/2010.  How is your recovery coming from the total knee replacement?  We both have had one on the right knee and I desperately need advice from a golfer.  Did you need to alter your twist/rotation of your right knee on the backswing?  Does it still hurt?  Are you on meds for pain?  How long before no pain per your doctor?  Have you lost distance?  What does your PT say about lunges and squats?  Thanks 

Hi, Fred.

Just wanted to know what kind of surgery you are going to have on the knee you just had replaced. I had my knee replaced also, and am still having some pain on the outside. The joint seems to be fine....just wanted to know what you are doing.

James Dixon

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Fred, you are GREAT! Congratulations on your outstanding Senior Open victory today. My wife and I met you at the Dick's Open in Endicott NY a few weeks ago.  We were volunteers on the driving range and I had the privilege and honor of talking with you on Wed. afternoon.  You were hitting balls in your bare feet due to excess rubbing oil on your feet. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation.

Since they I have won our county tournament....nice to beat the kids one more time. Watching your rythm and tempo certainly has helped my game. This week I will be playing in our senior county tournamnet.

Did you switch to a new driver from the R9 you used at the Dick's Open? You were hitting it great on the range at En Joi. If I were to switch from my R7 do you have any recommendations?

At any rate, great job this week and keep up the good work. Sure hope your knee surgery goes well and that we get to see you back here in NY. Loyal fans, Jack and Kathy Jordan, Pine Hill, NY

Hey, Fred it's Teri Shoemaker - Watson from high school.  Mama Shoe says hi and she has watched yous for you every week for the last 20 years.   How's Tom Cason?  I Would love to hear from you, we are in NE now and if  you are planning to attend the IA Senior we would love to put you guys up.  Please contact us if you would like to have a "calverton" reunion on Labor day next year in NE 20 mins from IA.   email teri.watson@cox.net.  Congrats on beating the Senoir record. 

Teri Shoe -  Watson  (chocolate milkshake through the nose)