President’s (and Ryder) Cup Kits
This is something that has absolutely drove me nucking futs since I was a child, the uniforms of the USA in both the Ryder and President’s Cups. They’re horrible. Always. And, if Michael Jordan can be an adviser (not that I don’t like him on the team, just saying), I should be able to consult (for free!) with the captain on what is necessary to look good because I believe you need to look good to play well. So, I’ve outlined what I think needs to happen. Some of my inspiration comes from how Umbro thought about England’s Kits.
/Hats/ How come we can’t get fitted hats for these guys? Tiger doesn’t look himself with an adjustable lid, but Justin Leonard does. Second, who says they all have to wear the same style? I want visors, painter, floppies, straw, caps and baseball hats for my guys. Let them pick. All will be the same color on the designated day so as to keep the team look, but let them have some individuality. The International Team follows this concept and they all look like a team.
/Outerwear/ Sweaters will all have the same pattern and in different cuts; crew neck, v-neck and vest. Players pick so as to be comfortable. Did did you notice on Saturday that Phil Mickleson was the only one without an argyle sweater? I did. He was wearing white. Also, this year I haven’t gotten to see the rain wear, but I have definite opinions on it. Maybe I’ll add more to that later.
/Pants/ This year’s aren’t terrible, but I believe in the Bonobos (use code ‘joshpremuda’ if you want to save a bit of cash on a pair) philosophy that all pants aren’t created equal for men. So, my suggestion is let’s get one company to tailor our pants to the guys. No more out of the box measurements. I want my guys comfortable. I want a breathable, athletic fitting and stylish pant. Let’s face it, Kenny Perry and Phil Mickleson need a traditional cut while Anthony Kim and Tiger can wear a more tailored pant. Why make AK and Tiger look like Phil?
/Shirt/ Same mindset here as on pants. Let’s lose the boxy cut for some of the guys. Shouldn’t the women in the audience get to see Tiger’s pipes? Or maybe Tiger wants a loose fit to swing freely? I don’t know. And, that’s the point…let’s let the players decide what they want in a shirt. It’s my guess that no one gives the players a choice. Maybe we offer mock, zip, button-down collar and traditional button shirts?
/Shoes/ This has to change. Make the shoes all the same style and color. I don’t want to see a mix of white, saddle and black shoes. All my guys will have the same colored shoes. I may ask Hunter Mahan who his shoe guys is.
/Fit/ I’ve already hinted at this but it’s been my thought (for a while) that fit is something not considered in golf apparel. There are fabrics that stretch, breath, protect from sun and bugs, but they’re all cut in a way to fit “every man”. I’m not “every man” so in my wardrobe there are only a few shirts I’ll golf in (Green Lobster anyone?). For me, I like a higher sleeve, but longer torso. I’m guessing Steve Stricker likes a loser fit, but why should he have to have only one fit? He shouldn’t. I want bespoke shirts and I want my guys measured to the extreme.
/Style/ BIG issue here. Let’s have a bit of fun with this. Would it hurt they guys to pay tribute to Payne Stewart and wear knickers? Me thinks no. But if we’re keeping it traditional, let’s talk colors. To be patriotic, I believe you don’t need wear red, white and blue together. We can get across our patriotism in different ways. My suggestion for a 4-day team play is as follows (I put this together quickly, so I may need to tweak a few things):
- Thursday – setting the tone that we’re here to walk all over you, with our style and play; white pants, white/red ribbon belt, red shirt, red hat, red/white saddle shoes.
- Friday – we’re toning it down a bit here; navy/white pinstripe pants, white shirt, white belt, navy hat and white shoes.
- Saturday – just another day at the office, time to work boys; grey pants, navy shirt, navy hat, navy embroidered belt, black/white saddles shoes.
- Sunday – the opposition will think they’re at a funeral; black pants, black shirt, black/red hat, red belt, black shoes.
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