Some people collect titles. But when you have Regis Sauger, he is a different and unique soul. Why, you may ask? Regis collected stories. And the way he tells them in Getting There! makes you feel like you are sitting next to him on the clubhouse porch, hearing it all firsthand. There are no filters, no flash, just truth.
This is a man who taught generals how to swing a golf club. A man who once gambled with Detroit mobsters at the Red Run Golf Club. A man who shook hands with governors and took lessons from factory workers. In a world full of curated success, Sauger’s journey feels like a throwback to something simpler. And more honest.
Let’s start with the generals. During his time at Fort Devens, Sauger helped an elderly officer with his game. It turned out this wasn’t just any officer—it was the base commander. One conversation later, Sauger was reassigned from code-breaking school to teaching golf full-time in the Army’s special services. That small gesture opened a door that would shape the next chapter of his life.
Then there are the gamblers. At Beverly Hills Golf Club and later Red Run, Sauger found himself in high-stakes games with characters straight out of a Scorsese script. One of the most memorable? Jerry Howard—a Detroit gambler with a colorful reputation and a big personality. Jerry once lost to Sauger in a tight match and swore he would never play the kid again. But of course, they played many more times, becoming close friends in the process.
And through it all, Sauger was also designing courses—starting with Boyne Alpine, a Michigan favorite known for its challenging greens and scenic layout. He did not just draw up blueprints. He got behind the bulldozer, shaped the earth, and tested every green by hand. That level of commitment says more than any award ever could.
But what stands out even more than the stories are the people in them. Sauger gives credit where it’s due. To mentors who believed in him. To business partners who taught him tough lessons. To friends who showed up when it mattered.
There is no ego in these pages. Just a man who paid attention. A man who worked hard, listened closely, and never forgot the faces behind the stories. And that is what makes Getting There! so special.
If you are looking for a book that reads like a life well lived, full of good characters and better conversations, this is it. You will laugh, nod, and maybe even shake your head. But mostly, you will walk away feeling like you just met someone you would want to know.
In today’s world, where many memoirs chase drama or controversy, Sauger’s approach feels like a breath of fresh air. There’s no ego here, just enough swagger to remind you he’s still got a bit of fire left.
Getting There! is a celebration of doing the best you can with what you have. It’s about honoring your roots, taking risks, and never giving up, no matter how old you are. By the end, you realize this is a story about perseverance, purpose, and legacy.
Read this if you love golf, admire resilience, or just want to hear from someone who’s lived long enough to know what matters and has the heart to share it with the rest of us.
Read Regis Sauger’s life story and inspire yourself to do more. Order your copy from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DKDM6ZQC.
