Aren't You That Golf Guy? Doglegs and Detours from a Life in the Game | Triumph Books

Overview

Rich Lerner, a familiar voice from Golf Channel, invites you into a lively gallery of golf stories that reads like a love letter to the game. From early mornings at a family-run driving range with his three brothers to decades documenting the sport’s biggest moments, the collection blends humor, nostalgia, and sharp observation. The narrative follows a winding path through encounters with icons and characters, all set against a sport that evolves while remaining defiantly personal.

The book uses warm humor and candid reflection to capture the texture of golf life, offering readers a window into the culture, camaraderie, and quiet drama that accompany a lifetime around the course. It’s a raw, emotional, and relatable look at the game and the people who live it, brought to life by a storyteller who has watched the sport from near and far.

What to expect

• Vivid anecdotes that paint clubhouse chatter, crowded driving ranges, and the hush of a championship fairway
• A blend of humor, history, and heartfelt moments that illuminate the human side of golf
• Colorful portraits of golf legends and the personalities who cross their paths, both famous and offbeat

Inside the pages

The collection moves through the Tiger era, the Arnie era, and everything in between, with behind-the-scenes glimpses that feel intimate without spoiling the magic of the moment. Expect sensory details—the scent of fresh-cut grass, the clang of clubs at the range, the buzz of a crowded press tent—that ground the stories in real-life experience.

• Celebrity encounters and bawdy, affectionate tales from the driving range that add warmth and humor
• Personal journeys from a family range to national television, revealing the pace and pulse of a lifelong pursuit

Who will enjoy this

This collection is ideal for golf enthusiasts who love storytelling, journalism, and memoirs. It offers relatable scenes and insightful portraits of the sport, presented with a tone that invites curiosity without promising guarantees—just the possibility of connection, surprise, and a deeper appreciation for the game.