Real Name: Rusty Cage
Location: Long Island

What Do You Order from the #GolfChat Bar?

I like to keep it simple and refreshing - a dash of Grey Goose vodka and cranberry juice. Serve it in a large glass on the rocks.

How Did You Get Into Golf?

I picked up the game in my mid-thirties. You can say I was talked into it by my wife who wanted me to have something in common with her Dad. Of course in hindsight, her plan worked out too well! Now I'm a certified golf junkie.

It took about six years, but I finally beat the old man. But like a good son-in-law, I didn't gloat about it (much).

What Are You Doing in Golf and Why?

Frankly, I have no idea what I'm doing in golf yet. I enjoy the game and I'm fortunate enough that it's given me an opportunity to revisit my journalism roots and write about it on a freelance basis.

Long term, I'd love to parlay my writing experience into a full-time career; perhaps some sort of situation that lets me travel and write about the bigger personalities in the game.

In the meantime, I'm happy to continue to crank out stories on fashion and equipment, and to b.s. with all the golf nerds online.

Favorite #GolfChat Topics?

I'm not the crusading sort, but if anything gets my keyboard thwacking it's got to be slow play. It's an absolute disaster - especially in the United States. If anything is going to prevent the game from growing and attracting the next generation of avid players, you can be sure it's the five to six-hour round on a 90-degree day. Ain't nobody got time for that.

Favorite Golf Quote?

Sex and golf are the two things you can enjoy even if you're not good at them - Kevin Costner

Favorite Golf Destination and Why?

I need to get out more. I haven't had a chance to travel to any of the bucket list destinations most people have on their lists. But if I had to choose three spots, I'd rank Pebble Beach first, Bandon Dunes second and Cabot Links third.

How Do You View the State of the Game of Golf?

The game of golf is in a transitional phase right now. It's coming down from the Tiger Woods high that has helped sustain it over the past decade or so.

The game will find it's footing and begin to grow again. And it's certainly in good hands at the pro level with players like Spieth, McIlroy and Fowler. Plus, I think technology will help continue connecting the game with a younger, hipper audience.

Who Are Your Favorite #GolfChatters and Why?

I have to give my good friend, Jon Sherman (@practicalgolf) a shout. He's an extremely knowledgable golfer (and a damn good writer) who is making a difference in educating recreational golfers on how to get more enjoyment out of this immensely frustrating game.

Favorite Golfers and Why?

While I admire tacticians like Jordan Spieth and Lydia Ko, I can't help but be drawn to players like Rory who can overwhelm the game of golf with their athleticism. There's just something incredibly satisfying in watching an athlete at the height of their powers totally decimate their competition.