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Nevada Bob‘s Ken Stewart. PAGE 34 â€" WATERLOO CHRONICLE, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 5, 1995 Most area golfers focus on this time of year as the start of their season â€" but for Jeff Maue of The Art of Golf, it‘s the start of his annual "second season." A specialty sports shop at 809 Victoria St., The Art of Golf feaâ€" tures an arm‘s length list of golf products, memorabilia, novelty items and gifts. While he features gift items all year long, Christmas and giftâ€"giving is one big season for him, and this time of year, he partially shifts his focus to supplyâ€" ing tournaments and corporations with unique prizes and awards. Dave Smallwood, head pro at Galt, had no hesitation in picking Steve Elkington, obviously banking on the Aussie‘s impeccable touch around the greens Elmura head pro Brad Matthews is reaching back for his old reliable, Freddie Couples, but as a longshot throws in Mark O‘Meara as a distinct possibility Maue has augmented his vast product lines this year with cusâ€" tom glass awards, golf pmints, and Some call it heaven on earth. Some see it as overhyped and past its prime. But there is no question, the 59th Masters golf tournament beginâ€" ning this week at Augusta National draws the attention of golfers worldâ€" wide. We polled some area "experts" to ask who they think will win. Nevada Bob‘s outlet off to a fast start So, who‘s going to master the Masters? Unique gifts at Art of Golf Enjoy a round of golf at the City of Kitchener‘s superb golf courses. Rockway is & beautifully landscaped mature course near the Ig#rt of the cuty Doon Valley is a scenic course on M&.‘of the Grand River. Both courses offer bar afrd testaurant facilities, a full line of equipment rentals and very attractive gre@n fee rates. Jeff Maue at The Art of Golf goes with a popular choice, Ermie Els, no Tournament times are alsg@@@iHable, from April through October. To book a jament call 741â€"2710 (Doon Valley) 41â€"2583 (Rockway). Come Play with Us 500 Doon Valley Drive 625 Rockway D (519) 741â€"2711 (519) 741â€"258 Both courses owned and operated by the City of Kitchener For tee off times, call: higher end crystal trophies. He will also supply everything from gag gifts to imprinted logo balls to a classy range of gifts from cusâ€" tomized golf tools to fun caricaâ€" "It‘s becoming a big part of my business, and it‘s growing largely by word of mouth." The popularity of his unique lines, according to Maue, stems from a desire to offer unique, appealing products that will become treasured mementos, proudly displayed at home or office. "Everyone is getting tired of the TVs, lawnmowers, they‘re looking for something new and that‘s where we have a lot to offer." just browsing." "The success of Nevada Bob‘s is the right combination of selection and service, we have extremely knowledgeable staff," said Stewart. In addiâ€" tion to a practice hitting cage, staff also works to properly fit the right club individually to a person‘s need, from "the novice golfer right to the most experienced." "Golf‘s the sport of the ‘90s," Stewart said. "We love this location and have had a great response so far. We‘re happy to see you, even if you‘re Stewart coowns the Waterloo outlet with Andy Pulling, owner of the Cambrndge store on Hespeler Road. The Waterloo outlet features virtuâ€" ally all lines of golf equipment, and most name brands of clothing. Manâ€" ager Jeff Williamson continues to work at both outlets. "Our Cambridge store had really reached its capacity, it‘s incredibly popular," said Stewart between phone calls and customer service Frâ€" day. "Rather than expanding it even more, we looked at the north end of Waterloo Region, we knew there was a real need for a store like this here in Waterloo and we‘re filling that need. It‘s a tremendous golf comâ€" munity." Ontanio‘s 20th Nevada Bob‘s Golf and Tenrus outlet is off and running at 55 Erb St. E. â€" and coâ€"owner Ken Stewart isn‘t surprised in the least. 625 Rockway Drive (519) 741â€"2585 doubt favoring his highâ€"arching, leftâ€"toâ€"right ball movement so essential to the Augusta layout. He also has a sentimental pick, everyone‘s crowd favorite Peter Jacobsen who has enjoyed such a great renewal this year. . Over at Nevada Bob‘s, coowner Ken Stewart has taken notice of Nick Faldo‘s commitment to the North American tour and considers him primed for the green jacket. And outside the circle of experts, Chronicle publisher Rick Campbell thinks Bernhard Langer showed hunger in his eyes at the Players Chamâ€" pionship and is ready to strike, awkward putting style and all. And don‘t forget the ride Davis Love III has been on just to qualify for the big show â€" the momentum may continue. _ Z@@=m=mmmmmmmmmmemmmes Jeff Maue displays unique gifts. Inground Sprinkler Systems LUSH GREEN GRASS CAN BE AUTOMATIC * +.: _ WHEN YOU CALL THE PROFESSIONALS!! (/CAMBRBPIDGE GO1E CldR CAMBRIDGE GOLF CLUB FREELarge Basket of Range Balls ‘When you pay for one Basket of Range Balls l Highway #7 \\T\:‘"Irsl‘ll; :1:4;\«: 5( :;hmd Sunoco) 1995 SWIVING RANGE i € / Now E/ oPEN 995 SE}%@ i ‘ai i ~â€"â€"YARCGE BASKE Triâ€"City Golf Centre Triâ€"City Golf Centre R.R. #2 Breslau, Ontario NOB 1M0 RJ AJWhen you pay for one Basket of Range Balls Expires May 19/95 NOT VALID ON HOLIDAYS. 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