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Well, as Trev is off sunning himself in Spain, it's left to Mrs D to write this week's newsletter. I hope you enjoy it.
As we start to feel a bit chilly it's time to be planning your winter practice routines, why not get booked into our next Short Game Masterclass or grab your partner and get signed up for the Swing Lounge Winter League? Read on for more details.
Members' News
Well done to Walter Smith Memorial winner Brian "Stivvi" Stephenson who shot a tremendous 42 points and gets a handicap reduction to 11 to finish the season. Is it a coincidence Brian was in the last playing group of the day benefiting from the best of the weather?
In other news.... despite many promises to have a single figure handicap, Jack Cowell has finished the season as a 10 handicapper. Oh well Jack, there's always next year.
Winter League - All syndicate organisers and interested members are invited to an "informal" meeting about the plans for the Winter League and also other useful course information. The meeting will take place at 7:00pm on Wednesday, 26 October.
Subscription renewals for current members are due by Monday, 31 October via the club office. Anyone with payment queries should speak to Ed on 01524 851011.
Short Game Masterclass - Saturday, 19 November (11:00am - 2:00pm)
The Short Game Masterclass is back. Why not treat your short game to some much needed TLC with expert Professionals Trevor Newsham and Ryan Done? We have six spaces available for this exclusive and popular masterclass, our third one so far. Covers:
Basic chipping technique and shot selection.
High loft and lob shots.
Pitching technique, practice drills and yardage control.
Putting practice drills.
Putting theory, pre-shot routine and much more...
All this for only £20 per person. Book now in the pro shop, or email us here! All welcome including non-members.
Autumn Ball
Join us at the Annual Ball on Saturday, 29 December (7:30pm - 8:00pm). Formal dreess code. Delicious three course meal plus coffee and mints and entertainment provided by Julie Gold. Tickets at £25 available from the bar.
The Swing Lounge Winter League is back!
I am excited to say our Swing Lounge Winter League is back, bigger and better than last year! The league will start from Tuesday, 1 November, below are a few points of what to expect including a new fourball betterball format and the top four entering a play-off (like the footy) on our Finals Weekend in March. Titleist are on board and we will have many great prizes. Details are as follows:
New courses including Celtic Manor and Royal Aberdeen.
10 courses in total to be completed (9 holes).
League format culminating in a Matchplay Play-off Weekend and Final.
Format will be Fourball Betterball with a Russian Stableford last event.
Maximum handicaps will apply.
Titleist sponsored event with top 10 receiving prizes plus a highest ladies and mixed prize.
The Winter League will end on the first weekend in March 2017.
Play will be any time excluding Wed, Fri and Sat nights.
Pairs format with no exchanging of players.
Enter NOW, the cost of this is £49 per player, remember it's a pairs format so grab a partner before it's too late...
Winter Coaching
We have a wide range of coaching packages available with our coaches this winter, keep your game alive, strong and you can blow away the opposition. Below is our list of packages available to you, to book call us, email us here or pop in to grab a voucher, these can also be bought as vouchers for a lucky loved one.
Winter Combo Pack
Ten 30 minute lessons.
One 60 minute individual playing lesson.
Five 100 range ball tokens.
One 60 minute Swing Lounge practice session.
£200.
Winter Mini Combo Pack
Five 30 minute lessons.
One 60 minute individual playing lesson.
Five 100 range ball tokens.
One 60 minute Swing Lounge practice session.
£139.
Trevor Newsham Winter Short Game Pack
Five 30 minute swing lessons.
Five 30 minute short game lessons.
Five 100 range ball tokens.
One 60 minute Swing Lounge practice session.
£139.
Winter Junior Star Pack (With Ryan or Trevor)
Eight 30 minute lessons.
One 60 minute individual playing lesson.
Five 100 range ball tokens.
A 9 hole fun game in the Swing Lounge.
A practice plan and swing profile.
£119.
Terms and conditions apply. All packages end Tuesday, 21 March 2017 (Unless stated otherwise). Lessons booked at your own discretion.
A minute with the Coach...
A few mentions from some of my pupils this week - Vince ( 81 year old gent), who was on the verge of packing the game in, has made huge progress with his technique and a yardage gain of 15 yards with his irons and 22 yards with his driver - awesome effort.
Also Nick, who has really been putting in the practice, we have worked on three key areas in his swing and it's working a treat. Nick by his own admissions had a poor season last year, but if the improvements continue, watch out boys, he's a serious contender for the Clayton Trophy and major competitions.
I'm looking forwards to our Junior Skills Challenge this Saturday where we will have 30+ kids taking part in 18 challenges testing their short game skills, together with some invited guests from other local clubs. Fingers crossed the weather is kind.
On Sunday I'm involved with the County Academy Programme Selection Day at Myerscough College with the Under 18 players from around Lancashire. Also with Lancashire in mind, and a feather in my cap, I have been asked to be one of the lead coaches for the main Men's squad and I will be holding training sessions in the new year on our marvelous short game facilities. Exciting times ahead.
I have received some good news on four U.S. college players I teach and keep in touch with and give advice online; Jack Clarkson, Adam Stone, Chris Carney and our very own Megan Cullen are all doing great in their start to the season.
Jack Senior
Jack is coming into the final stretch of the season and this is where it could turn really interesting. Jack is guaranteed his Challenge Tour status for 2017, and his aim now is to break into the top 45 to play in the Final Event in Oman.
Jack has two events to go, this week in China and the week after in the U.A.E, two good finishes could make all the difference. As I write he is currently -4 in his first round after 11 holes, right up there. Come on the Bear! I caught up with him on Sunday and he is flushing it.
Ryan.
Mrs D's Deal of the Week
No one likes cold hands, so here's an extra treat for you...
Receive a FREE brew and a packet of handwarmers with all winter hat and winter mitts purchases.
