Injecting My Way to Lower Scores: A Bash Bro Perspective on Steroids in Amateur Golf

Look, golf is hard. The swing, the wind, the existential dread of missing a two-footer in front of your friends — all of it. But what if I told you that a little pharmaceutical “motivation” could shave strokes off your game faster than a new set of sticks and a launch monitor?

I’m talking, of course, about steroids — nature’s way of saying, “You may not be a pro, but you can at least look like one from the cart path.” 

The proof is in the anabolic pudding:

1. Tee Box Dominance: Because Fairways Are for the Weak

Once I started my “creatine-plus-mystery-powder” regimen, my drives didn’t just go farther — they went to a different ZIP code. Sure, sometimes they also went out of bounds, but when you hit a ball 340 yards into someone’s backyard, they remember your name. That’s respect. 

2. The Golf Shirt Transformation

Before steroids, I wore a size medium Peter Millar. Now, my biceps are classified as “hazard areas” under USGA Rule 2.3. I don’t even carry a driver anymore — I just flex on the tee box and the ball leaves out of fear.

3. Recovery Like a Champion

Gone are the days of ibuprofen and ice after 36 holes. With a little help from the syringe fairy, I recover from golf tournaments faster than the rest of you clowns recover from a third Bloody Mary. Who needs rest when your blood is 30% synthetic testosterone?

4. Mental Edge (and Minor Rage Issues)

Steroids don’t just bulk your body — they bulk your confidence. I now argue every out-of-bounds ruling with the intensity of a linebacker defending a Ph.D. dissertation. I once debated the Golf Police for 7 hours straight, and he almost conceded the argument.

Did I throw my putter into a lake once? Yes. Did it skip three times and land on the green? Also yes. Science can’t explain that kind of precision. But you know who can? Mark McGuire. Jose Canseco. 

5. The Clubhouse Aura

When I walk into the 19th hole, people notice. Some out of admiration, some out of concern. Sure, I may be sweating profusely and muttering about “gains,” but I’ve never had to wait long for service. Turns out, nothing motivates a bartender like a man with visible neck veins. 12 Bud Heavies, you know the drill.

Conclusion: Is It Worth It?

Absolutely. My cholesterol’s up, my hat size doubled, and I can’t remember where I parked my golf cart. But would I trade it all to go back to hitting 220-yard slices? Never.

Because while my short game may still suck, my biceps have a better swing than half the QCC field. That’s what being a Bash Bro is all about. 

By: Bash Bro Enthusiast, Buck Lee | Published: Oct 7, 2025

Speed It Up, Legends — The Sun Has a Bedtime

Ah, fall golf. Crisp air, golden leaves, and just under five hours of sunlight — unless, of course, you’re the one foursome moving at the speed of tectonic plates. Yes, we’re looking at you.

One humble goal at this year’s QCC: get everyone around 18 holes before the sun clocks out at 5:31 PM, like an emotionally unavailable father.

This requires a delicate blend of logistics, shame, and letting go of your PGA Tour delusions.

Play It Forward, BUDDY

First up: tee selection.

Despite an average drive of 205 yards — to the right — one of you will still stand on the first tee and declare, “We’re playing the tips. Gotta prep for Q-School.”

Bold words from a group that hasn’t logged a birdie since the Bush administration.

If you’re ripping fairway wood into par 4 greens, the back tees are not for you. Be the hero this tournament deserves.

Scramble vs. Best Ball: CHOOSE Peace

We’ve graciously allowed you to play both formats this year: scramble and best ball. Easy, right? You’d think.

But no — someone always insists, “Best ball is a purer test. Plus, we like writing down doubles individually.”

Nothing screams “authentic” like pacing off a 9-footer for six while two groups wait on the tee like extras in The Revenant.

Trickle-Down Slow Play-onomics

Slow play isn’t your problem, it’s everyones problem. Group 4, teeing off at 1:35 PM, is already on the clock before they hit their breakfast ball. By hole 13, the sun’s lower than their morale. By 16, they’re putting with iPhone flashlights.

“Honestly, it’s kinda romantic,” says Bash Bro JM, who now has commitment issues. “$389 to play six full holes. Love that for us.”

“Fore”-some Pacing Strategy Guide

This isn’t the Oregon Trail, fellas - I’m not trying to die from exposure on the back 9.

  1. Pay Attention Don’t stand around like a lawn ornament while others hit. Plan your shot and take your 20 practice swings when it isn’t your turn so you can hit quickly when it is.

  2. Drop & Go The cart isn’t a limo. Drop your BFF off and drive to your ball. He can walk — it’s called exercise. This will literally shave 20min off your round.

  3. Elephant Walk If you walk to your ball, laser the pin, then walk back to get clubs, you’ve already lost. Grab a couple sticks, rangefinder, and a warm, wet towel.

  4. Ready Golf Is Legal Who’s “away”? Doesn’t matter (excl. putting). “Honors”? This isn’t Algebra II. If you’re ready, hit. The golf police won’t arrest you.

  5. Peanut Butter & Jelly When you’re near the green, make it a combo - wedge(s) and putter. Don’t do the sad walk back to the cart like you forgot your lunch.

  6. Finishing first is OK If you’re 2 feet away and still marking your ball like it’s the U.S. Open, stop. Just tap it in. You’re not on TV, yet.

  7. Watch the Ball Everyone’s a spotter. Pretend you care where your buddy’s slice landed — it’ll save everyone five minutes of “someone must have picked it up.” Sure, dude.

  8. Keep It Moving After the Hole Scorecards and stat tracking can wait until you’re rolling to the next tee. The green is for putting, not journaling.

  9. The Cart Girl is Not a Coffee Date Yes, she’s nice. Yes, you’re thirsty. But let’s minimize cocktails she’s gotta make 1-by-1. Load the cooler before teeing off, extra range time won’t help anyway.

As Tournament Director Meyer so eloquently put it: “You don’t win anything but a weird trophy and mild self-respect. No one needs five hours to earn that.”

Now tighten it up. The sun’s not waiting — and neither are we.

By: 2025 Team Captains - Storey & Carl | Published: Sept 29, 2025

QCC Foundation Raises $1,800 for Schoppmeyer Memorial Scholarship

The Queen City Cup Foundation is pleased to announce its partnership with the Schoppmeyer Memorial Scholarship – which was set up in memory of the late Larry Scott Schoppmeyer to support local high school students as they further their education.

The Foundation serves as the vehicle whereby the QCC will further support its golf development goals and reach a broader audience. Efforts already include:

  • Contributions to the Schoppmeyer Memorial Scholarship to honor the late father of QCC Chairman Eric Schoppmeyer.

  • Donating hundreds of golf balls to the courses played during the championships via full sends and hitting bombs.

  • Investing in late night small business pizzerias in the tournament’s surrounding communities.

  • Sustained significant monetary contributions caddies of all skill levels.

In addition, the Queen City Cup Foundation also strives to engage and excite a global audience of existing and potential golfers of all ages. These efforts include a television broadcast distributed to approximately 0 countries and territories worldwide. This includes semi-live scoring of the QCC and the advancement of digital technology offerings on qccup.com.

Unsolved Mysteries: Pizzagate

It’s been more than a decade since the infamous pizzagate controversy unfolded during the first QCC. Finally a break in the case, thanks to technological advancements in caller ID, gives us deeper insights into just what went down that fateful night.

A group of mild-mannered golfers retreated to the trips’ HQ famished after a long day on the links and decided to order a pizza before retiring for the evening. While patiently waiting for the delivery they opted to utilize the private hot tub to relieve stress from being on their feet all day.

We can only piece together the details from fragmented, first-hand accounts of surviving witnesses:

11:16pm - EC places order for delivery. Incredible find considering every option was closed.

12:26am - Group discussion, questioning why the pizza order is taking so long.

12:37am - Hotel security informs group that pool has been closed for 5+ hours, again.

12:52am - AK receives a call from the delivery boy stating he will arrive shortly.

12:53am - AK pulls a crisp $5 bill out of his wallet, preparing a handsome tip to the driver.

1:47am - Group is so hungry they begin rolling up Blom in his mattress like a burrito.

2:16am - Pizza boy calls again to state he is 5min out.

2:28am - Search and rescue mission is dispatched, still no signs of the pie.

5:25am - Search party disbands for the night. Everyone is still hungry.

5:26am - AK has clarity as consciousness fades. EC is behind all of this. There was no pizza.

7:15am - Alarm clock goes off. The bus leaves in 15 minutes.

Understanding the impact GIFs / MEMEs had on movie quoting culture: 2006-Present

GIFs and memes have significantly altered the culture of movie quoting among friends, shifting it from a primarily verbal exchange to a digital, visual interaction. Traditionally, quoting films was an oral practice that reinforced social bonds through shared cultural references. The rise of GIFs and memes has added a new dimension to this practice, allowing friends to communicate with greater nuance and creativity through visual shorthand and with nothing more than their thumbs.

GIFs capture precise moments from movies, enhancing the expression of humor beyond text alone, while memes provide a format for new interpretations of iconic quotes. These under appreciated digital formats have democratized the quoting culture, making it more accessible and allowing a broader audience to participate. No longer is quoting Anchorman or Tropic Thunder an arena closed off from those of a lesser ilk, as it once was.

In transforming movie quoting into a dynamic and creative process, GIFs and memes have ensured its continued relevance in the digital age.

By: Fourth Year Lawn Resident, Daddy | Published: Sept 30, 2024

2024 Draft Watch Party

October 24, 2024 8pm @ Meyer’s house for those in Charlotte. You can text him for his address, but it’s also literally on your calendar. There’s a fire pit and the grill will be on. You will also have a chance to get some range time on the simulator for one last impression on the captains to improve your draft outlook.

For those that cannot be there in person, you can join via Zoom: Join Zoom Meeting

By: Assoc. QCC Blogger, John-117 | Published: Sept 25, 2024

Competition Committee Reviews Proposals for 2026 Cup

The Queen City Cup Competition Committee gathered last weekend, at the pool, armed with a number of spreadsheets and an unapologetic enthusiasm for golf trip debates. 2026 is just around the corner, and you would think the focus would be on essential factors like accessibility, facilities, figuring out 2025, or the joy of a well-placed water hazard. Instead, the committee found itself ensnared in the epic debate over whether to prioritize “bent” vs. “bermuda” fairways or if southern resorts have enough dogwoods to meet the vital standards of atmospheric zen. Who needs to consider player logistics when you can argue about which golf course has the best logo?

The clock ticked away, deep into the night, with committee members discussing the merits of faux Mediterranean architecture versus the classic New England charm of an uninspired clubhouse. Someone even suggested that the color of the sand in the bunkers could fundamentally change the golf experience—because a beige-y tan hampers your ability to swing effectively. So, what’s the outcome after all this intense deliberation over such earth-shattering details? Absolutely no progress has been made. The 2026 location is still up in the air, so be on the lookout for a survey early next year, or the year after.

By: Independent Investigative Journalist, Blom | Published: Aug 20, 2024

2024 Draft Guide

A lot can change in a year and the task of assessing who’s hot and who’s not coming into the QCC is no simple ask. The 2024 captains have big decisions to make heading into November. See our breakdown of the field for this year’s QCC:

By: Golf Police | Published: Aug 16, 2024

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2024 Playing Time

2024 Index Trends

QCC Individual Performance History

Player Analysis

Unanue

Hates golf. But will likely pick up his sticks mid October, get sharp, and love the game again

Schoppmeyer

Threw back out July 13th. Plenty of time for rehab. Considers this his super bowl

Cohen

New baby - now has 3 kids. Has only played 3 Charlotte area rounds this year. Also has a new swing coach from the Creek who apparently has given him some new good swing thoughts. Also has every swing training aid known to man.

Greene

Has played more rounds than the entire rest of the field combined. Handicap will be accurate. He’s 46 now though…

Perez

18 rounds this year is double his 2023 output. Huge factor. He seems to be dialing in for QCC. Also Jay’s partner during only win over Golf Police in last 5 trips. No brainer pick for Jay. 

Greg T

Won’t have to drive through the night this time, which means he will be rested and ready. Expect a better showing in 2024. 

Klansek

Simulator in garage + a lot of midweek morning rounds means Klansek is in his golf prime. Handicap is sub 10 for the first time ever…but is that a good thing for the QCC?

Teddy

Zero rounds played. Will likely range it up for a week leading up to the trip and come in nice. He can go 73, he can go 88. He’s dangerous, and volatile. 

Peters

Only 6 rounds this year. He just moved to a new house and had a new baby. However, he lives near a range, and also has a 4 round golf trip coming up in September to Scottsdale. “He is who we thought he was”

Manning

Prettiest swing for a 12 handicap I’ve ever seen. He’s gone down 2 strokes in index in a short amount of time. It means he’s improved, but is a lower handicap good news?

Javer

Javer has only played 11 rounds this year as he welcomed his first child into the world. Does he have it in him to get out and practice anymore? Dude was a range workhorse with a standing weekly tee time, but now seems to be relegated to watching Bitcoin youtube videos.

Blumenthal

Will he make the draft on time? Will we be able to complete the draft in one sitting? Will he review any material before the draft? Do you want to be drafted by him? All valuable questions that need to be asked.

Durnovich

Only 9 rounds logged for JM this year, but he has new clubs (first time since 2006 and they were second hand then), he has a simulator in his garage where he has banged balls for months on end…however - new baby on the way that will be born before QCC, AND he just tore ligaments in his ankle playing softball. He’s in a boot for 3-4 more weeks and then has 2-4 weeks of PT…with a newborn. 

Lewis

Only 3 rounds this year for the newcomer. Anyone’s guess at a 17 handicap. Could be a darkhorse.

Carl

1 round this year and a new baby. 

Storey

Back surgery just 3 months ago, but cleared for full activities. He’s already played a softball game and has been hitting the par 3 course. I played with him a week ago and he is great value at a 22 handicap.