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A big thanks to all those that attended the Callaway fitting day we held on Wednesday, thanks also to our fitter for the day, Andy, who brought with him the offering from Callaway. I managed to sneak a few whacks in as well with a couple of items, particularly impressed with the XR fairway wood I had the pleasure of striking. For those who don't know, our very own Jack Senior carries the Great Big Bertha driver and fairway woods in his bag, that's when he's not cracked the face.
I was also excited to have a new Adidas stand delivered to showcase our Spring/Summer stock on the shop floor. Check out our new clothing brand which is now on display, Oscar Jacobson brings a high quality refined clothing line to Heysham, offering a wide range of garments from trousers to the already popular, zip-neck sweaters; check the kit out when you're next in.
I am gearing up to a busy Sunday this week as we have our first Spring open, the 2016 Texas Scramble. The 4-man team event has attracted around 45 entries, so I shall be very busy, and due a beer or 2, on Sunday night.
Over the next few weeks/months I am starting a new initiative to offer our members and customers a better service. Part one of this service is to reach out to our customers who support our business and may have a business of their own, read on to find out how you can feature in our newsletter for FREE, to give your local business a little promotion.
Our big Short Game Opening is featured in our 'Upcoming Events' section and we welcome back 'Coaches corner', where myself or Ryan will talk through any lessons/sessions/club fits we had during the week. Enjoy this weeks newsletter.
Clubfit Golfs Local Business Giveaway
Our quest is simple; support those who support us. We aim to test the water with a new feature in our newsletter to showcase some local Businesses for our customers, who have always stood by our Business. To feature, all you have to do is pop in to see me so I can ask you a few questions, or you can take part remotely by emailing us the info below, along with a picture of your Business/shop/van/selfie/golf selfie, your cat, whatever you fancy to promote yourself. We would like....:
- Your Business name,
- What you do,
- Anything nice you may have to say about us,
- Any contact info and if you have an offer you would like us to pop in our newsletter.
Also, answer the following questions..:
- Your favourite course,
- Favourite club,
- Favourite golfer and dream fourball!
Swing Lounge Winter League
With the Swing Lounge being busy and the course starting to get busier we are finishing the first Winter League on Sunday, 23 April. So if you have rounds to complete they must be done by this date. On the Monday, the final league positions will be posted and we will award the prizes in that week. Remember, first prize is a BRAND NEW Titleist 915 Driver, per person. Below is the tables Top ten, as of Thursday 14 April:
1 - D Mccamley & P green - 8 - 314
2 - A Wilson & S Fisher - 8 - 262
3 - Curtis & Lucas Done - 7 - 254
4 - T Rogerson & P Rogerson - 8 - 249
5 - A Ward & J Corless - 7 - 224
6 - D Webster & R Webster - 8 - 203
7 - N Holdsworth & M Culshaw - 8 - 200
8 - J Cowell & D Marsden - 6 - 194
9 - M Parker & S Parker - 8 - 186
10 - G McCallister & H Weale - 7 - 185
I've learned this week the importance of varying your practice and lessons to help bring the best out of your game. Lessons are the perfect way to help improve technique or to regularly keep your swing in order but to improve you have to put in the hours of practice. I tell my students to practice but then to keep the swing thoughts to a minimum out on the golf course, if you can do that then your swing changes will come together without the need to overthink on the course. This week i did a couple of course lessons and it brought up the challenge that golf truly offers, different lies, conditions and the inevitable 'unlucky' shot. The best way to improve this is to play from different lies when you are out on the golf course, find a quiet time and chuck a few balls down in some dodgy lies. If you want to do what Charlie & Max did last night an play a few holes with myself to learn some course management advice contact me to book Swing Lounge Saturday Morning Offer Calling all under18s! If you fancy a bit of Saturday Morning golf to kick start your weekend and find the course is busy you can get a few holes in The Swing Lounge. If you book a Saturday morning slot through the shop we are offering 9 holes for £5 per person. Minimum booking per 9 holes is 3 people. Parents can play along to and pay the same! Available between 9am-12pm.
Bank Holiday Monday, 2 May ALL DAY EVENT
Our brand new Short Game Academy Open Day (new bunker area pictured). Here's what we have going on for the day...
- 9.00am - Junior coaching Special on our new all weather Pitching area
- 11.00am - Official Opening, with European Seniors Tour Professional Gary Wolstenholme. The official red ribbon cutting where we may say a few woods to thank Sport England Inspired Facilities and all those that have helped make this dream a reality
- 12.00pm - Titleist, our Partners in this new venture, will be on hand to offer some FREE tour fittings, advice on wedges, the new SM6, Scotty Cameron Putters and much more. Over the next few hours you can test some product, have a go on our new facilities and chat to our club staff about the future, memberships and everything in between. Bay Radio will conducting a live broadcast during this time and if you fancy a spot of golf, our Lady Captain & Captain are hosting a Lancashire Vs Yorkshire match, on the course, during the afternoon. At only £4 per person for members and guests this is a great chance to invite some friends over for a game!
The Swing Lounge will host a nearest the Pin Competition throughout the Day, we look forward to seeing you there!
Spring Medal
Last Sunday was our first singles event of the year; the Spring Medal attracted 153 golfers and offered the perfect opportunity for golfers to test our their games after a Winter of hibernation.
Division 1 winner Adrian Lockhart pipped NR specialist Adam Hutchinson in a card play-off ,with a one-under round of 69. Dave Robinson was the best score overall in division 2, with a 76-11-65; I'm sure everyone has heard about it by now. Robbo also picked up £50 pro shop credit in our Masters Sweep, great day all round! A wonderful round also by Brian Stephenson with a 78-12-66; Brian recently got fitted for a new XR16 driver from Callaway and Ryan made the decision to cut the length by 1", a choice which may have well paid dividends with 'Stivvis' golf. Jockey Wilson our resident reviewer also had the same score as Brian, well done Jockey! John Merrel had the best division 3 score, with 86-19-67, beating 2nd place Steven Fisher by a couple of shots. Top marks to Andy Elder for his 92 blows, his brother of chuckles Derek thrashed him by 12.
Lounge Saturday Morning Offer Calling All Under 18s!
If you fancy a bit of Saturday Morning golf to kick start your weekend and find the course is busy, you can get a few holes in, in The Swing Lounge. If you book a Saturday morning slot through the shop we are offering 9 holes for £5 per person. Minimum booking per 9 holes is 3 people. Parents can play along to and pay the same! Available between 9am-12pm.
Our Shop is packed full of great offers, where you can grab offers NOT AVAILABLE ONLINE. Such as our shoe Trade in Deal where (as pictured) you can trade in an old pair of worn out shoes and receive up to £20 off selected models from Adidas & Footjoy
Mrs D, won't be here this weekend but she is offering a deal on Callaway Supersoft balls. You can grab 2 dozen for the LOW price of £35! Easy!
Have a great Weekend!
