Camilo Villegas

[rednumbers69]

any one feel the same as i do?

camilo dominated the collage circut. he has the experiance of winning constently and i belive when you lean to win it is your greatest weapon. i got to watch him at the fbr on friday we (my cusin and i) were 2 of the 4 ppl folowing his group. my observations were that he is completely focased over every shot interacts with fans saying hello and he gave me a glims of his cameron and co gss and his composer when he hits a bad shot, he rebonds and makes a good shot. this kids got a great head on his shoulders to. he (as i belive) was at the top of his class in academics. For a rookie (under the age of 30) he is the most well spoken i have ever seen.

i have high hopes for him....i folowed him when he was playing at florida and on the nationwide tour. he seems to make great strides every month at trying to inprove his game. i seen numourous interview and in each he talkes about improving something.

i dont think hes here for the money i think hes here to be the best and i truly belive he has the best chance

Best Wishes
Andrew

[animalistic]

very true..he nearly has it all.....knock a few more 6footers in and hes a serious threat to tiger

[Lowpro]

CV does have th emost solid game outof all the rookies.. should win easly this year.. "wonder if his green reading skills will filter out to joe public golfer? ken,

[stickman]

all he has to do is get to be a better puter an i see him ranked in the top 20 in the world by next year.

[rednumbers69]

ya i deffinatley think hes going to shoot up the ranks real quickly

[Yellow Jacket]

They only thing I have against him is his pants...we don't need to see your package fella :)

[sandy]

The next Tiger or the next Sergio?? Time will tell. His amateur career certainly doesn't compare to Tigers and I don't remember Tiger spending a day on the hogan, nike, or nationwide tour. To me his interaction with the fans can get to be a distraction from his golf--notice Tiger's interaction from his youngest days--zip--part of his concentration on those 6 footers. Many did it as a stress relief over the years but were really lousy individuals off the course (Trevino among others). The reason I think it is different with Camillo is he appears to be a really nice guy. While acknowledging the fans is great for the fans I'm not sure it plays well with concentrating on golf. Palmer didn't start being a real "crowd pleaser" until he wasn't winning any more. Also over the years the real big fun guys haven't been the real big winners (Jacobson, Zoeller--1 major not much else, Chi Chi)

[mike0814]

camilo dominated the collage circut. he has the experiance of winning constently and i belive when you lean to win it is your greatest weapon. i got to watch him at the fbr on friday we (my cusin and i) were 2 of the 4 ppl folowing his group. my observations were that he is completely focased over every shot interacts with fans saying hello and he gave me a glims of his cameron and co gss and his composer when he hits a bad shot, he rebonds and makes a good shot. this kids got a great head on his shoulders to. he (as i belive) was at the top of his class in academics. For a rookie (under the age of 30) he is the most well spoken i have ever seen.

 

i have high hopes for him....i folowed him when he was playing at florida and on the nationwide tour. he seems to make great strides every month at trying to inprove his game. i seen numourous interview and in each he talkes about improving something.

 

i dont think hes here for the money i think hes here to be the best and i truly belive he has the best chance

 

Best Wishes

Andrew

 

yeah, big fan. i like his flair, his athleticism, his home-made swing, his sense of humility ... even like his attire. seems like a great kid ... glad to see him out there. he'll need to putt a lot better, particularly under the gun. to me, he's the polar opposite of a guy like dimarco, someone i can't stand.

 

the tour needs more guys like camilo ...

[canadian_mike]

very true..he nearly has it all.....knock a few more 6footers in and hes a serious threat to tiger

I dunno about a serious threat to Tiger. Maybe another challenger, but a serious threat. Tiger's not gonna lose sleep over another one coming. He may challenge tiger, but wont be a serious threat to where Tiger worries when he's right behind him.

[markus1*]

I think Camilo could become a great golfer and will win this season but Tiger is definetely better than Camilo and will be for a long time!

[CRutherford]

all he has to do is get to be a better puter an i see him ranked in the top 20 in the world by next year.

 

I can see that easily. I think he's got the talent to be in the top 10 in a few years.

[KevCarter]

The next Tiger or the next Sergio?? Time will tell. His amateur career certainly doesn't compare to Tigers and I don't remember Tiger spending a day on the hogan, nike, or nationwide tour. To me his interaction with the fans can get to be a distraction from his golf--notice Tiger's interaction from his youngest days--zip--part of his concentration on those 6 footers. Many did it as a stress relief over the years but were really lousy individuals off the course (Trevino among others). The reason I think it is different with Camillo is he appears to be a really nice guy. While acknowledging the fans is great for the fans I'm not sure it plays well with concentrating on golf. Palmer didn't start being a real "crowd pleaser" until he wasn't winning any more. Also over the years the real big fun guys haven't been the real big winners (Jacobson, Zoeller--1 major not much else, Chi Chi)

 

I actually feel the way he got on tour makes him even more exciting. If I remember correctly, last year he had no status on any tour. He Monday qualified for a Nationwide tour event. He played his way into full status on the NW tour, and proceeded to play his way into full tour privileges. Now he handles the fans and press like a seasoned veteran. I think the kid is hot and will go a long way. I haven't been this excited about watching a rookie since Tiger!

 

Kevin

[spookyfish]

Potentially Villegas can do for the game what Tiger did all those years ago, this time making the game popular in South America.

 

He is great to watch and I can see him in the World Top 25 before we know it.

[sandy]

The next Tiger or the next Sergio?? Time will tell. His amateur career certainly doesn't compare to Tigers and I don't remember Tiger spending a day on the hogan, nike, or nationwide tour. To me his interaction with the fans can get to be a distraction from his golf--notice Tiger's interaction from his youngest days--zip--part of his concentration on those 6 footers. Many did it as a stress relief over the years but were really lousy individuals off the course (Trevino among others). The reason I think it is different with Camillo is he appears to be a really nice guy. While acknowledging the fans is great for the fans I'm not sure it plays well with concentrating on golf. Palmer didn't start being a real "crowd pleaser" until he wasn't winning any more. Also over the years the real big fun guys haven't been the real big winners (Jacobson, Zoeller--1 major not much else, Chi Chi)

 

I actually feel the way he got on tour makes him even more exciting. If I remember correctly, last year he had no status on any tour. He Monday qualified for a Nationwide tour event. He played his way into full status on the NW tour, and proceeded to play his way into full tour privileges. Now he handles the fans and press like a seasoned veteran. I think the kid is hot and will go a long way. I haven't been this excited about watching a rookie since Tiger!

 

Kevin

 

Very well could be, but people need to stop with the Tiger comparison. Remember Tiger is now 30 and spent 10 years winning tournaments and majors all over the world. If I recall correctly Camillo is already 24 or 25 with no wins or majors. So the math would say he needs 8 or so wins a year and at least 1 or 2 majors a year to have what Tiger has by age 30. Seriously doubt that will happen with today's competition, also since Tiger hasn't retired he may have a few things to say in the remaining majors. Exciting youngish player with flair---absolutely-----new Tiger probably not. He will probably have more impact on the hispanic community than say Sergio or Loreno however.

[KevCarter]

The next Tiger or the next Sergio?? Time will tell. His amateur career certainly doesn't compare to Tigers and I don't remember Tiger spending a day on the hogan, nike, or nationwide tour. To me his interaction with the fans can get to be a distraction from his golf--notice Tiger's interaction from his youngest days--zip--part of his concentration on those 6 footers. Many did it as a stress relief over the years but were really lousy individuals off the course (Trevino among others). The reason I think it is different with Camillo is he appears to be a really nice guy. While acknowledging the fans is great for the fans I'm not sure it plays well with concentrating on golf. Palmer didn't start being a real "crowd pleaser" until he wasn't winning any more. Also over the years the real big fun guys haven't been the real big winners (Jacobson, Zoeller--1 major not much else, Chi Chi)

 

I actually feel the way he got on tour makes him even more exciting. If I remember correctly, last year he had no status on any tour. He Monday qualified for a Nationwide tour event. He played his way into full status on the NW tour, and proceeded to play his way into full tour privileges. Now he handles the fans and press like a seasoned veteran. I think the kid is hot and will go a long way. I haven't been this excited about watching a rookie since Tiger!

 

Kevin

 

Very well could be, but people need to stop with the Tiger comparison. Remember Tiger is now 30 and spent 10 years winning tournaments and majors all over the world. If I recall correctly Camillo is already 24 or 25 with no wins or majors. So the math would say he needs 8 or so wins a year and at least 1 or 2 majors a year to have what Tiger has by age 30. Seriously doubt that will happen with today's competition, also since Tiger hasn't retired he may have a few things to say in the remaining majors. Exciting youngish player with flair---absolutely-----new Tiger probably not. He will probably have more impact on the hispanic community than say Sergio or Loreno however.

 

Where did that come from? I don't think ANYBODY will EVER match the past 10 years of Tiger Woods. I still think it's OK to be excited about a new guy!

 

Kevin

[golfhawaii]

very true..he nearly has it all.....knock a few more 6footers in and hes a serious threat to tiger

I dunno about a serious threat to Tiger. Maybe another challenger, but a serious threat. Tiger's not gonna lose sleep over another one coming. He may challenge tiger, but wont be a serious threat to where Tiger worries when he's right behind him.

 

A serious threat to Tiger? What has Villegas done? Seriosuly? There are people on Tour now that have not been able to knock of Tiger and all of a sudden some young guy has a good start to the year and you think he is a threat to Tiger?

 

Are Lanny Wadkins by chance? Saying J.B. Holmes is a threat to win the Masters? :)

[DOUGLY]

Ah...Golf Hawaii....you are the voice of reason....

I read/hear this every time a new kid bursts on the scene and makes a little noise.

 

Bubba, JB, Sergio, Adam,.....the list goes on.

 

I sincerely hope someone steps up and challenges "The Man". I want to see just how good he can become. There is another gear that Tiger can use...I would like to see it.

[rednumbers69]

The next Tiger or the next Sergio?? Time will tell. His amateur career certainly doesn't compare to Tigers and I don't remember Tiger spending a day on the hogan, nike, or nationwide tour. To me his interaction with the fans can get to be a distraction from his golf--notice Tiger's interaction from his youngest days--zip--part of his concentration on those 6 footers. Many did it as a stress relief over the years but were really lousy individuals off the course (Trevino among others). The reason I think it is different with Camillo is he appears to be a really nice guy. While acknowledging the fans is great for the fans I'm not sure it plays well with concentrating on golf. Palmer didn't start being a real "crowd pleaser" until he wasn't winning any more. Also over the years the real big fun guys haven't been the real big winners (Jacobson, Zoeller--1 major not much else, Chi Chi)

 

I actually feel the way he got on tour makes him even more exciting. If I remember correctly, last year he had no status on any tour. He Monday qualified for a Nationwide tour event. He played his way into full status on the NW tour, and proceeded to play his way into full tour privileges. Now he handles the fans and press like a seasoned veteran. I think the kid is hot and will go a long way. I haven't been this excited about watching a rookie since Tiger!

 

Kevin

amen to that

 

now at this point there is no way you can compare him to tiger but over the next couple year we will see, and personaly i think the inderct insults are out of line so if we could keep this a little more friendly it would be great

 

thx

andrew

[bobobs]

Watch this cats swing, real closely. He loads at the top of his swing, amazingly well. I am not from S.A. , but it is nice to see more of the "world", playing this game. Hope he does well.....

[bobobs]

Watch this cats swing, real closely. He loads at the top of his swing, amazingly well. I am not from S.A. , but it is nice to see more of the "world", playing this game. Hope he does well.....

[Johnny]

flash in the pan....

[rednumbers69]

ya when i was in scottsdale watching him it was amazing how far he can hit it with such a short swing

[dorfblee]

I don't see any challengers to Tiger's supremacy. Vijay made a nice run, but it seems like his swing is breaking down on him (his putter failed him long ago). Phil, Ernie, Retief, etc they are all great players, but in the same class as Tiger? I don't think so.

 

Camilo a challenger- not quite yet. Maybe once he is more established on the TOUR and wins (a lot), then maybe we can add him to the Big Whatever they are counting to of Top Players/Tiger Chasers.

 

Success in college does not always equate into success on Tour. Camilo has a lot of the qualities that should equate into success, but he has yet to do enough for me to consider him.

 

The potential is definately there.

 

Again, just my humble opinions on the matter.

[sandy]

The next Tiger or the next Sergio?? Time will tell. His amateur career certainly doesn't compare to Tigers and I don't remember Tiger spending a day on the hogan, nike, or nationwide tour. To me his interaction with the fans can get to be a distraction from his golf--notice Tiger's interaction from his youngest days--zip--part of his concentration on those 6 footers. Many did it as a stress relief over the years but were really lousy individuals off the course (Trevino among others). The reason I think it is different with Camillo is he appears to be a really nice guy. While acknowledging the fans is great for the fans I'm not sure it plays well with concentrating on golf. Palmer didn't start being a real "crowd pleaser" until he wasn't winning any more. Also over the years the real big fun guys haven't been the real big winners (Jacobson, Zoeller--1 major not much else, Chi Chi)

 

I actually feel the way he got on tour makes him even more exciting. If I remember correctly, last year he had no status on any tour. He Monday qualified for a Nationwide tour event. He played his way into full status on the NW tour, and proceeded to play his way into full tour privileges. Now he handles the fans and press like a seasoned veteran. I think the kid is hot and will go a long way. I haven't been this excited about watching a rookie since Tiger!

 

Kevin

amen to that

 

now at this point there is no way you can compare him to tiger but over the next couple year we will see, and personaly i think the inderct insults are out of line so if we could keep this a little more friendly it would be great

 

thx

andrew

 

 

I don't see any "inderct" insults or for that matter I also don't see any INDIRECT insults either. Just the facts about a young player that has had a good start, is exciting, and should be good for the game but should only be compared to Tiger in ability to draw new fans. Right now he is 1 win behind another guy with a short swing JB something.

[rgk5]

I think your comments are spot on about his talent but it it too early to talk about challenging the game's best.

 

I also believe that you really need a remedial course in spelling. :lol:

[calc61]

he could be the Chi Chi of this era.

[shoe295]

I like this kid just as I like any of the guys who come on tour, which means they've got some game eh, and flash a personality. It's good to see some style, flair, panache for a change.

[bschmedindeed]

I love camilo but i have a feeling he may fall down the same road as sergio. He'll prolly have his fair share of wins but his putting may hold him back from winning many tournaments :drinks:

[kblakeney35]

I for one can't wait to see camilo and bubba compete during the majors. But I think Bubba has a greater chance between the 2 of actually winning a major(at the British, IMO).

 

 

-Kyle