It’s not getting any better than this. How could it?
A PE teacher in North Carolina offhandedly commented on Twitter that Pinehurst No.2 would be his “dream course to play one day,” and now he’ll be teeing off at the fabled Carolina locale in a matter of weeks.
Hey, @ericomac15, dreams come true sometimes. What are you doing on Sunday, March 10? We have a spot for you and a guest of yours on Pinehurst No. 2 that day if you'd like it.
Yes, we're serious. https://t.co/m2n4eA9Pt9
— Pinehurst Resort (@PinehurstResort) February 21, 2024
I am completely in shock.
Thank you @PinehurstResort for allowing me to live a dream.
The plan is for my Dad to join me. This is once in a lifetime, and I couldn’t be more grateful.
— Eric Creech (@ericomac15) February 21, 2024
“Hey, @ericomac15, dreams come true sometimes,” the Pinehurst account tweeted out of the blue. “What are you doing on Sunday, March 10? We have a spot for you and a guest of yours on Pinehurst No.2 that day if you’d like it. Yes, we’re serious.”
“I am completely in shock,” Eric Creech replied. “Thank you, @PinehurstResort for allowing me to live a dream. The plan is for my Dad to join me. This is once in a lifetime, and I couldn’t be more grateful.”
Not only will Creech (and his father) be playing the famed “dream” course next month, but it’ll be free of charge. “Your tee time and caddie have been confirmed for you and your dad for Sunday, March 10,” Pinehurst continued. “It’s on us. Enjoy your walk.”
Instead of jealousy (although we’re sure there was some jealousy), the internet was overwhelmingly positive with many wishing Creech good luck. Some even shared their cherished Pinehurst memories or gave a bit of advice on how to soak in the moment. The Pinehurst account even responded to the responses, stating that they were “touched by” how excited everyone was by the back-and-forth. Just good stuff all around.
This is awesome. Whoever is responsible for this, on behalf of all of us “regular guys” that dream about things like this happening to us, thank you!
Him getting to live out his dream allows many of us to live our dreams out vicariously.#WellDone— T_B (@Tweeter_Bleater) February 21, 2024
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 well done Pinehurst!!!!!! Played there many moons ago. Beautiful property. You’re gonna love it Eric! Enjoy!
— Jr11PGA (@JR11PGA) February 21, 2024
Depending on start time go as early as possible, enjoy the walk around the clubhouse, if possible eat lunch at The Duece, time permitting play The Cradle (try a transfusion at the bar). Soak up every moment especially with your dad.
— hrdwrkpaz (@gtdkld) February 22, 2024
We were really touched by so many of your responses to our interaction with Eric yesterday. We're grateful for our community here, for what golf can do, and encourage everyone to do something kind for someone today. We can't wait to welcome Eric and his dad to Pinehurst No. 2.…
— Pinehurst Resort (@PinehurstResort) February 22, 2024
“For anyone who has commented and sent well wishes, thank you,” Creech said. “I will do an update post with some pictures when the day gets here. I’m gladly taking any advice and tips – this will literally be the first time I’ve had a caddie, and by far the nicest course I’ve ever been on.”
We need a hole-by-hole breakdown on March 11. Best of luck to the father-son duo getting this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. For the rest of us, it’s time to start tweeting at our own bucket list courses, hoping that we too find a little bit of luck.
