Mike Forbes

Co-founder of The Preferred Lie

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Christine Fraser | The Preferred Lie Podcast (Ep.001)

https://t.co/ybYrJq2QBr

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NOW LIVE: https://t.co/gmjojgHzdP

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Wild year for the TPL crew.

Huge thank you to our partners @GolfCanada, @adidasGolf, @RandA, and Oakdale G&CC.

Grateful for our brother/cousin @ozzyonfire joining as our first dev hire, and the web app we were able to build this year.

Excited for what's to come!

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Premiering on January 4th, Canadian Classics Season 3: GTA is a 6-part video series that showcases the Greater Toronto Area’s golf scene. The Preferred Lie visits public & private golf courses to capture the engaging stories and stunning surroundings of the 2022 golf season.

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Some shots from our first leg of Canadian Classics: GTA.

We are officially four weeks out from the premiere of Canadian Classics Season 3.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel here:

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"The most iconic golf course in the entire world, but yet you can show up on any given day and have a chance to play it." @_mikeforbes_

Our journey to @AIGWomensOpen at Muirfield continues with a stop @theopen.

Airing tomorrow night at 8pm EST.

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1st Place - Multimedia

"The Comeback" - The Preferred Lie

This episode was part of our 8-part series of "Canadian Classics, Season 2".

We are grateful for the opportunity to tell the story at Sagebrush Golf Club and look forward to their resurgence.

https://t.co/iqcqBmxnRQ

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1st Place - Photo - Landscape

"Morning Light" - By Alex Forbes (@alex4bz)

This shot was taken shortly after sunrise at the municipally owned McCleery Golf Course in Vancouver, British Columbia.

What a beauty!

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Delighted to hear that we have been awarded 1st place in two categories at the @GJ_AC Media Awards.

Photo - Landscape: "Morning Light", Alex Forbes (@alex4bz)

Multimedia: "The Comeback", The Preferred Lie

Huge thank you to everyone involved and congrats to all of the winners!

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The future is bright at Point Grey!

Make sure you check out the final episode of Canadian Classics, Season 2: “The Opportunity.”

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Our final episode of Canadian Classics S2 airs right now!
https://t.co/mWN7Vu0Exn

"The Opportunity" at @PointGreyGolf

Ft.
@RileyJohnsGolf
@RhebbAndJohns
@zibbygolf
@DataGolf
@bteja12
Tyler Patroch

Thank you for tuning in over the past 2 months!

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Airing Right Now!
Episode 7: "The Genius"
https://t.co/u2IjsyFlhB

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@CapilanoGreens
@Stu_Sheridan
@regattabred
Doug Carrick
Tom Ballingall
Pat Carlin

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And then there’s Cap. The first time I stepped foot on this property in 2018, I felt pure joy.

A few years later, @ThePreferredLie team was lucky enough to feature one of Canada’s best.

This is a must watch.

Episode airs Tuesday @ 8:30EST on YouTube. https://t.co/ectLY6KlHW

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Why is Capilano considered one of Canada's greatest courses? Is it Stanley Thompson's best routing? What makes the turf grass program at @CapilanoGreens world class?

Tomorrow night at 8:30est, CCS2 EP. 7: "The Genius" premieres here:
https://t.co/u2IjsyFlhB

Sneak peak below!

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If you missed the McCleery story last week, here it is:

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Airing right now!
Episode 6: The Youth
https://t.co/5zv89IF3Zg

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@ScotMacGolf @GJ_AC @Carlos77Verde Appreciate the warm welcome Scott! We (@ThePreferredLie) can’t wait to shine the light on more amazing Canadian golf stories!

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Always good to start the day by welcoming new members into @GJ_AC

Welcome @Carlos77Verde & @_mikeforbes_ 🙌 (Check your inboxes)

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Today is the day…our story gets some attention at @ThePreferredLie’s YouTube channel. Follow the link and set the reminder so you don’t miss out!

https://t.co/8Iml7srk8n

#golf #beautifulgolfcourses #golfcanada

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My favourite episode yet!

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How do surf and golf co-exist? What’s it like to run a golf course with 3 staff? Can one experience links turf in British Columbia?

Situated just outside of Tofino (Canada’s surf capital), sits a tricky 9-Holer named Long Beach. Join us Jan 4th here:

https://t.co/vgHPazerqj

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What does a trail blazing golf club look like? What's it like to officiate the Open Championship at St. Andrew's?

Set amongst 400 yr-old Douglas firs and Garry oaks, TPL visits Royal Colwood, a place where tradition permeates. Join us Tues. Dec. 28 here:

https://t.co/CDv8ARSM3K

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Tonight at 8:30 est! Episode 2 of Canadian Classics S2 premieres here:
https://t.co/5RedgUm2pw

Can the TPL crew overcome a lack of sleep, practice, and skill in their attempt to qualify for the US Am?

Sneak peak of Victoria Golf Club and the episode below ⬇️

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(TRAILER) Canadian Classics S2 - EP.1 - Stanley Park Pitch & Putt

Airing on YouTube.
December 14 @ 8:30pm est

What makes a golf course influential? Could stanley park be the most impactful golf course in canada? We take a look at why it could be.

https://t.co/1pOvJ7cnpV