Practice Round with J.J. Henry

By Billy Condon

I managed to catch up with J.J. Henry for some of his morning practice round today and he appeared very cool and collected. Cracking smiles and stopping to sign autographs and pose for pictures, he has been one of the most accomodating pros out here to fans of all ages. When a cameraman laid on the ground right behind him for his tee shot for the par three third hole, Henry gave a glance and said "That's a great spot to take the picture." He then knocked a long iron down the pipe. When asked if he would play with a Met Area club member in his member-guest next week, Henry asked which club it was being held at and that he would be there (followed up by a quick wink). Of all the personalities out at Bethpage this week, Henry may not be as in-demand as Tiger, Phil and Rocco, but the pro golf faithful recognize that he is a local guy who can make some moves out here.