Getting Personal with Paul Marley
Paul Marley - he's not at all modest ... but he is a legend!
Who are you? Paul Marley, Head Greenkeeper at The Estonian Golf and Country Club.
Family status. Seven years with a tremendously understanding andpatient girlfriend.
Who's your hero and why? My grandparents. They fled Estonia during WWII with nothing and built themselves a new life in a new country (Canada).
What's been the highlight of your grounds career so far? Volunteering at the 2018 Ryder Cup at Le Golf National.
If your younger self saw you now, what would he think? Thank goodness you haven´t lost your devilish good looks or your humbleness!
What job would you love, other than your own? Professional hammock tester.
What was the most embarrassing moment in your life? Answering this question honestly would eliminate any chance of me holding political office!
What is your favourite film? Caddyshack or Animal House.
Which three albums would you take to a desert island? Nirvana 'Nevermind', Led Zeppelin and the Best of Queen.
What would your autobiography be called… and who would play you in the film? Paul Marley: The Man. The Myth. The Legend. Chris Griffin from Family Guy ... so what if he's a cartoon character?
What scares you? The unknown.
What is your favourite sport? Baseball or ice hockey.
Which historical time and place would you most like to visit? When I finish building my time machine, this question is irrelevant.
Which three people, living or dead, would you invite to a dinner party? Dave Grohl, George Carlin and Muhammad Ali.
What's the best advice you have ever been given? See it through until the end.
What's your favourite piece of kit? Toro ProCore 648.
What's the daftest work-related question you have ever been asked? The day after getting 50mm of rain ... "Is the course wet today?"
What three words would you use to describe yourself? Fun-loving, patient and understanding.
What is the single most useful thing you could tell a 16-year-old greenkeeper? Never be afraid to ask a question or make a suggestion. Even an experienced greenkeeper can learn something new from a new team member.
What talent would you like to have? Be more mechanically inclined.
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