April 8, 2003

COLUMBUS, OH — The kitchen pass is not always the easiest thing to achieve; especially when the wife is expecting four weeks before a major championship.  Bill Bateson knows this all to well as he tries to balance life On Tour and life at home.

"I am really excited about the Open Championship, The Reserve at Thunder Hill and the field of players", said rookie Bateson.  "I asked for these kitchen passes eleven months ago and really did not know if they would stand firm.  I am really looking forward to a wonderful weekend." Bill will know whether the passes are still valid in just 64 days as the 3rd annual Carl Spackler Open will begin play in Madison, OH.

Bill Bateson, a rookie for 2003, receiving great reviews from the Captains Club with his drink ethic and his 30 point outburst at the Golf Club in Dublin, OH.  "Bill is a great athlete and even a better drinker", said Rick Dosky.  "And granted he is a hacker, but no one should hold that against him."

Bill Bateson is one of 13 players coming from the state of Ohio.  He plans to be on hand for a Wednesday practice round and clinic on alcohol consumption planning on Wednesday evening.  Bill is one of the best golfers in the field as he may not receive a point for bogey.  Expect Bill to be ready to play golf in two months and possibly make a run at glory.