"Secret golfing life of Barack Obama"

The story isn't as sexy as the headline, but because it's Don Van Natta Jr., this ESPN The Magazine story is still entertaining and the topic fascinating: why does President Obama hide his game more than the many other past golfing presidents?

And it seems that like so many average golfers, he's probably using a ball not suited to his game.

The president usually decides to hit the links a day or two in advance, weather permitting. Reporters hear about it only as the presidential motorcade, with Obama's Nike VR S clubs tossed in the trunk, leaves for the first tee. His pals won't even reveal his favored ball, though a source says Obama eschews specially made presidential golf balls for Titleist Pro V1s.

Wally, I think you need to stamp some Pro V1s with 44 and ship 'em off with your monthly campaign contribution!