Simon Housley

Hello Golfers,

Welcome to another edition of our newsletter.

This week, we look at how a popular figure ended a lengthy European Tour drought at the controversial Saudi International. We also have a focus on putters and golf balls and look at why it is so important to pop down to the pro shop and talk to us about using the right equipment for your game.

Enjoy the read.

Competition news

Saturday 1st Feb
Pairs Texas Scramble

1st - S McDonagh & J Coulin - 64.55 - (v/c £35.00 each)
2nd - C Harrison & C Kleei - 65.20 - (v/c £22.00 each)
3rd - J Oldham & S Sanderson - 65.30 - (v/c £15.00 each)

Sunday 2nd Feb
Fourball Competition

1st - Alan Mowforth & Tom Cocker - 60 nett

Tour news

The wait is over

Graeme McDowell ended a near-six-year European Tour drought by battling through a blustery final day at Royal Greens Golf and Country Club to win by two from defending champion Dustin Johnson.

The likes of Phil Mickelson, Brooks Koepka, and Patrick Reed (along with Dustin Johnson) were just some of the star names skipping the PGA Tour’s stop at the Waste Management Phoenix Open (won by Webb Simpson) in favour of the Saudi International, but none could match McDowell’s winning 12-under-par.

The win sees the Northern Irishman move back into the world’s top fifty with one eye firmly on adding to his major tally in 2020.

Shop news

Looking to upgrade your clubs this season?

The shop will stock the new Callaway Mavrik and TaylorMade SIM clubs from the end of February. You will be able to book a fitting session in the new Swing studio to help you make the right choice for you.

Ask in the shop for more details.

Putt those extra shots away

Here in the shop, we often get asked for advice for quick fixes on how to cut shots from your round of golf, and I think you'd be surprised just how often the conversation turns to putting.

If you think about it; which club in your bag do you use the most during your round?

Driver? Maybe 10-12 times per round.
Irons? Maybe 5 times per iron per round.
Putter? Just about every single hole, often twice or even three times.

There are so many different types of putters; mallet or blade head, thick or thin grip, and different lengths available. Making sure that you're happy and suited to your putter is an absolute no-brainer.

Get in touch with us if you'd like to start cutting shots from your score by starting on the greens. Pop in the pro shop, or contact us here.

A new ball worth trying

Already this year we've seen the release of new drivers and irons (nothing unusual in that), but now we have something else to show you and we're excited to say they'll be arriving with us soon!

Srixon Q-Star Tour golf balls

Many of you will be big fans of the AD333 ball from Srixon, which has been a mainstay in its range since 2003 - albeit, being improved upon every couple of years.

Well, sitting alongside it for 2020 is the Q-Star Tour, which delivers tour-level spin and distance but in a remarkably soft cover - whilst being at a brilliant price point too!

find out more >

The gloves are on

Golf is hard enough at the best of times but throw rain, wind and freezing temperatures into the mix and it becomes near-on impossible. Cold fingertips that feel like ice blocks is something we’ve all encountered on the course at this time of year, and let’s not even mention the pain you feel when you thin a ball like that!

All-weather gloves available in-store

But it doesn’t have to be that way. An effective all-weather glove (or pair) could be the best investment you make in your game this winter.

We have a good selection in-store so come and speak to us before your next round about which we’d recommend.

message the team >

Video of the Week

Has technology gone too far? Will anyone dominate the game like Tiger once did? Watch this video as Greg Norman gives his thoughts on today's game.

I hope you enjoyed this edition of my newsletter. If you require any help or advice please pop into the shop or reply to this newsletter. Best regards Simon and the golf team.

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