April 28, 2008

COLUMBUS, OH — Allan Hench, a.k.a. The Truth, has signed a letter of intent to play golf at the 2008 Carl Spackler Open this summer. He strengthens an already rock solid Ohio while adding truth and integrity to the tournament.

"I look forward to make a run for the top," said Hench in a quick simple written statement. "Just like last year, but with an extra push on Saturday."

The Truth has been very competitive over the years and plans to do more than just show up.

"My first year went pretty much as planned, only to fall a little short on the final day," said Hench. "I will be honing my skills until June for the showdown at Rock Hollow.  After getting a chance to play with several Spackler members, I now have a better idea of who the real golfers are and who the sandbaggers are. I knew my prediction of victory last year was in trouble when I was paired with Brian Flanagan, a.k.a. Butter.

A quick story... On a particular par three, Butter hit his tee shot in the trap and I hit mine on the front of the green. Brian then took three shots to get out of the trap and he still got more points on that hole than I did. I knew it was going to be uphill from there.

It is an honor and privilege to be part of the Spackler tournament and it is with great pride and enthusiasm I await the 2008 event at Rock Hollow."

Allan finished in 7th position in Michigan after a disappointing final round of 45 points. "I choked," said Hench. "Zero birdies and just two pars in the final round spelled disaster against legends like Ridgeway, Cooper, and Golden Jacket winner Brian Flanagan."

Hench carded 1 birdie and 5 pars during both Round 1 and Round 2. The 8.7 stroke handicap averaged 7 pars and 1 birdie per round prior to the tournament.

"I am excited that Hench will return. He is a quality guy," Zabonik said from his cubicle at Nationwide Insurance. "He has a bouncer type frame with a very low handicap, which is rarely seen. He has never been very coachable, but he is a competitor."

Bill Bateson had another angle to cover when asked about Hench's signing. "The Truth needs to focus on fine tuning his game," said Bateson. "Not just his swing, but mixing it with a little beer without a stroke increase. I personally think his beard goes well with the Carl Spackler Outfit, but would never wish that on anyone."

Allan is the 66th player to play in the Carl Spackler Open. Rock Hollow Golf Club was chosen to host the 8th annual tournament back in September 2007. It will provide golfers ample room for error off the tee, however become very penal around the greens. Rookies continue to post the required scorecards to achieve a fully handicapped golf tournament.