Tiger Woods - Poor Example for Young or Old

Did you see Tiger make his incredible win Monday? Yes, he pulled it out. Another major victory. Number 14. Just 4 behind Jack N. Will he get there? Probably. If his body holds out.

Well, I must admit that I was pulling for Rocco. Not that I know that much about Rocco. I do like the underdog, but it was mainly a pull against Tiger. If you were watching close then you got to see Tiger on more than one occassion use the Lord's name in vain. Yep, right there on national tv. In fact, when coverage went from ESPN to NBC we not only got to read his lips, but also got to hear the entire thing. Embarassing for NBC. More embarassing for Tiger. Well, unfortunately he didn't learn his lesson and only a few shots later did it again. This time NBC was able to "dump" the sound before we got to hear the whole thing.

Folks, I am not trying to be a stick in the mud. Yes, we have all said things that are not worth repeating. However, I can assure you that I have not (not that I have had the chance), nor would I use the Lord's name in vain on national tv. What a great example! Impressionable people of all ages (young and old love this guy) got a couple of good examples of terrible language. You know what? He probably doesn't care. Why should I? Well, as a Christian it offends me to hear the blatant use of the Lord's name like that on tv. Actually, not just on tv. Anywhere or anytime.

I understand that he is competitive. Many of us are. Doesn't mean that you have to use those words in that setting. Again, how many impressionable people made sure to watch the tournament on Monday because of this guy? Millions!!!!

Well, good job Tiger on the win. You truly are the best in the world. However, you lack some self-control that the commentators say you have. The self-control to get a good grip on your mouth and not just the club.

Hey Dad (who loves Tiger and watches his every tournament), what if your kid used that language on tv in front of millions? Would it make you proud? I hope not.

Go Rocco!