Who'd like to see more matchplay?
How refreshing it was to see some matchplay golf on the box this weekend. The Paul Lawrie event in Aberdeen may not have attracted the strongest field, but it was great to see this form of the game make a return to our screens.
Strokeplay golf can get a little tiresome and we're sure many of you relish a bit of matchplay now and again, especially if you're struggling in the medals. Matchplay requires an entirely different mind-set; you're required to react to your opponent's successes and failures. You may have seen players at the weekend miss the odd short putt or two and there can be a good few mind games going on.
It makes us think of that classic matchplay situation:
Concede short putts early in the round, and stop conceding them later on at a more critical juncture
Inconsistent putters may struggle with this and give you an important edge. So, if you've got a matchplay tie coming up, then make sure you put the time in on the putting green and don't be caught out by this old trick. If your putting isn't up to scratch why not get in touch to book a putting lesson? Well done to Thailand's Kiradech Aphibarnat, who managed to hold his nerve, holing out from four feet for victory.
Group Coaching Sessions
We have one space remaining in the Thursday night coaching class between 6:00-7:00pm
If you are interested please click here to get in touch or call the pro shop on 01629 584934.
'Short Game Clinics'
The short game is the most important aspect and yet the most neglected aspect in golf! Having a good Short Game can be the difference from playing off a high handicap to single figures! We are going to run Short Game Clinics during August with the main focus on Chipping, Putting and Pitching, details below;
Sunday 9th August : 10.00am - 11.30am : Chipping / Bunker
Sunday 16th August : 10.00am - 11.30am : Putting - 1 space left
Sunday 23rd August : 10.00am - 11.30am : Pitching - 2 spaces left
Following the popularity of the 'Short Game Clinics' we have organised on Sunday's in August we are adding a few more sessions on Saturday's, the dates are as follows:
Saturday 8th August - 2 spaces left
9.00am - 10.30am : Chipping / Bunker
10.30am - 12.00 : Putting
Saturday 15th August - 4 spaces left
9.00am - 10.30am : Chpping / Bunker
10.30am - Pitching
Saturday 22nd August - 2 spaces left
9.00am - 10.30am : Pitching
10.30am - 12.00 : Putting
The cost per Short Game Clinic is £10.00 , numbers are limited and on a first come first serve basis.
If you are interest and would like to register please click here or call the Professional Shop on 01629 584934.
Mizuno Fitting Day
On Thursday 20th August from 1pm - 5pm we are hosting a Mizuno Fitting Day. On show and available to test will be all the latest Mizuno JPX Woods and Irons. You are able to just turn up and try out the equipment at your own leisure, we are however taking bookings for Custom Fittings which will be 30 minute slots. If you would like to try out the new equipment or would like a Custom Fitting please register your interest by either emailing me or contact the Professional Shop on 01629 584934.
