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Hello Golfers,

Another busy week at HGC with a season opening Lancashire Academy Day capping off a brilliant weekend for all of us here. Ryan led a team of Lancashire Coaches as they co-ordinated a skills day aimed at developing the short game of around 65 top youngsters from the county. Our award winning facilities were again popular with the visiting players, parents and officials from around the county. I don't have much to do with this side of things, but big props to Ryan for his efforts in presenting this event and also to Paul in the office, plus Dave for their efforts (I've probably missed a few, apologies to those I've missed). Check out our pictures from the event in the coaching section of this newsletter, which features some good news about some youngsters and a new date to help improve your bunker play for only £10. Enjoy this week’s newsletter and we look forward to seeing you at the club this Bank Holiday weekend.

Members' news

On the Course...

Tomorrow our annual Luney trip takes place at Clitheroe Golf Club, so all attendees please get some pictures out on the golf course or in the clubhouse and I can feature them next week; remember you don't want to end up on 'the bus'. Speaking of pics here's one of Terry Keenan on the 11th, his massive drive made it to the bank in front of the tee; maybe hit it harder Terry...

The course was playing long last week, not that anyone mentioned it, several members taking to Facebook to voice their displeasure of the course playing hard. So we have taken the executive decision to allow them to play to winter green sized holes and from the blue tees in our official, 'Facebook Whingers Trophy'. Entry is FREE, all you have to do is come in to the shop and enter with myself, I'm sure I will see you soon.

PS - Adrian Lockhart managed a full week off scratch, but that's a week longer than 2017 NR Champion Rob Smith. Rob managed a full four holes before the Tinder Warrior pulled the chord on his game, Rob said what's the point swinging it poorly and then embarrassing yourself with a high score. Believe me Rob, you don't have to do much to embarrass yourself.

Well done however to the 16 qualifiers who managed to play some decent golf, not so much to my dad who's spine felt out on the last five holes to miss out on a card play-off. An incredible 79 - 15 = 64 by Liam Doherty led the field, we at Clubfit Golf take full credit as we recently helped find Liam his dream left handed Odyssey putter.

Pro's news

A word from the coach...

The CAP day was a big success, check out some of the pictures below from this great event. Add this to the four schools we have coached this week, plus junior sessions out at Casterton and Paul's Bambinos we have coached over 200 children in seven days; quite an achievement.

Congratulations to Rossall School who won the Independent Golf Schools National Final this past week. Their team features Heysham member John Wilding and Ryan Done student Louis Talarcyzk. Well done Boys!

Another big congratulations to Ryan Done's student Jack Clarkson who has been studying out in the US and has completed his degree at William Woods University. His team were conference champions and Jack was proudly awarded Conference Player of the Year. Awesome! Our very own Meg Cullen was also at William Woods and has completed her degree, well in the Megster!

Bunker Time - Wednesday, 20 May (6:00pm)

Treat your game to an exclusive Bunker Night with Short Game Guru Trevor where you can learn the tricks of the trade on how to consistently get your ball out the sand. The 90-minute session will cover:

Bunker technique and set-up.
Awkward lies and sand variation.
Longer bunker shots.
Q & A.
Your own private one-to-one.
Plus you will receive a HALF PRICE voucher for a future one-to-one 30-minute bunker lesson.

All this for only £10. Only six spaces available. Message us here to book, or call the shop on 01524 852000

Upcoming events

Lady Captain's Charity Competition - Bank Holiday Monday, 7 May

Details are as follows:

Two from four team event.
£12 per team.
Times from 11:00am - 1:45pm.
Everyone welcome, any combination.
All proceeds go to the Red Cross Charity.

Vodka Tasting Event - Friday, 11 May from 7:30pm

Taste a special variety of Vodkas plus complimentary mixers with our HGC Bar Team and Social Team.
Tickets are only £10 per person and can be purchased behind the bar. All are welcome!

Shop news

Special Offers at Clubfit Golf

It's May, which means it's time to treat your game to some new clubs with our FREE fitting and lesson offer. All you have to do is book a fitting, we will honour our usual no fitting charge when you spend over £299.

That's not all, when you get your clubs you can book in for a FREE 30-minute lesson with a member of our team! Selected suppliers only. Treat your game to the clubs it deserves, click here to get touch for more details.

We have the widest range of golf balls in the area and at low prices when you buy by the dozen. From Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Srixon and Bridgestone you are spoilt for choice. Why not speak to our team to find the right ball for you?

Did you know we stock over 10 brands of golf bags including Lynx, Macregor and Ogio. These brands may not be known to many of you, but they offer ranges at various price points starting at a low £72.99. Not to mention the biggest brands in golf, we have the largest bag range in the area!

It's a shoo-in

Many of you ask for our advice when buying something new in-store, so we thought we’d showcase our top shoes for 2018 in this week’s newsletter. Drumroll, please…

adidas Tour360 BOOST 2.0

Follow in the footsteps of Sergio Garcia and Dustin Johnson and try this adidas Tour360 BOOST 2.0. We’re big fans of its premium, waterproof leather uppers, iconic arch support and springy BOOST cushioning that returns energy with every step you take.

adidas adicross classic

If you’d like to add off-course versatility to your shoe options so you can go straight from work to the course, this adidas adicross classic is a popular option. It boasts a water-repellent Climastorm leather upper and an Adiwear outsole for durability on the course and beyond.

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It's 14 clubs for a reason

This week marks the start of a series of articles where we focus on making sure that you are getting the very most out of the clubs in your bag. A key way to do this is to look at your set as one, rather than breaking it down into woods, irons and wedges.

What does your set look like?
As you know, we’re big advocates of custom fitting for golfers of all standards. Many of you have taken advantage of this and are now hitting the ball further and straighter than you ever have before.

While this is fantastic, if you’re hitting your woods further you may have been left with a fiddly gap to your longest iron; likewise, if your new irons are a club longer then you will inevitably have a gap after your PW.

Look at your clubs as a whole
It’s only by looking at your set as a whole that you’ll be able to spot and react to any gaps, meaning you’ll have a club for every shot you could face on the course.

If you’re a fan of Callaway like us, you’ll know they offer a great range of clubs to ensure you’re never stuck for options. Their Rogue driver and fairway wood offer powerful and forgiving flights, while its Rogue X hybrid comes in 18 degrees to 32 degrees so we can perfectly gap your long game.

Where are your gaps?
Callaway also offers 12 different iron models for you to try and their Mack Daddy 4 wedge comes in nine lofts between 46-64° so we can create the best set-up possible during a fitting or gapping session.

The myth that custom fitting is only for better golfers couldn't be further from the truth. Whilst the very best are looking for that extra 1%, a custom fitting for the average club golfer regularly produces results that even surprise us! Make 2018 your best golfing year yet by getting in touch via the button below.

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New: Garmin Z80 laser

Garmin has been one of the best-selling GPS brands in the golfing market for several years now, and their newest product looks set to continue that trend.

The Approach Z80 is Garmin's first ever laser. Not only does it provide accurate distances to your target, but the Z80 also shows distances to the front and back of the green as well as hazards thanks to its GPS capabilities. A laser like no other.

watch our video >

Video of the Week

Have you ever seen an 80-year-old grandpa boom a drive 400 yards? Well, you have now…

Thank you for reading and have a great weekend. Ryan, Trevor and Linda

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