Welcome to another edition of our newsletter, in this week’s mail we take a look at course improvements, we talk pace of play including tee time booking, one of our pros was in action on the Alps Tour, and we look forward to another Callaway Fitting Day. Enjoy the read!
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Care for your course... Danny and the boys have put some hours in over the winter and I think you will agree we're now starting to see the benefits from it, the course looks immaculate and the greens are running true. You may have seen that the new rubber crumb paths have finally started to go down and are set to be complete this week. We now have a comfortable walk to the 1st tee, 10th tee and the driving range as well as a smooth walk off the 4th tee.
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 | | Starting on the back 9 won't seem such a hardship now! |
 | | A far more comfortable walk to your practice session. |
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Buggies You will also see the green ropes are out as a guide for where you can take the buggies, please ensure you stick to these paths to allow the rough to grow consistently and as it should, also the buggies will get damaged too which could mean an expensive end to a leisurely round of golf.
Can you also ensure buggies and single seaters are not parked right up to the edge of the green and are parked at least 10 yards away from the green. You will notice the red signs in front of the greens, guiding you away from the approach areas, this is just to keep them all in the fantastic condition they are now.
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 | | Help preserve the course in fantastic condition. |
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Pace of play... Now the weather has turned a corner, I'm sure you have noticed the course is getting busier and so pace of play is as important as ever. Some days will be slower than others, but even still please ensure you are just behind the group in front and not just in front of the group behind.
We accept that sometimes you get a group behind you that seem to be running round the course so to avoid disrupting their game and feel like you are not rushing yours, please stand aside at a convenient time and let them play through.
Competitions are very popular at R&CPGC and have been very busy so please be aware of pace of play in those too. Just by doing a couple of little things, you will be surprised how it keeps the round flowing...
Play to the format - if the competition is stableford, for example, please ensure if you cannot score then pick your ball up.
Provisionals - if you have hit a wayward shot and think it may be in trouble then please hit a provisional ball to save the time and energy of running back to where you hit the original ball from.
Two ball rule - if you come up against a tricky situation and you are unclear of the rule then rather than finding the correct ruling and holding up the group behind, play 2 balls. Play each ball with the different procedures and then clarify with the ProShop which was the correct course of action before you enter your score.
Three very simple tricks and I'm sure many of you know them already but just a gentle reminder as nobody enjoys a 5 hour round of golf!
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Tee Time Booking Monday - Friday Can you also please be aware that with the course becoming busier it is even more vital you check into the ProShop before play and book your tee-time. You can only book a tee-time on the day when the ProShop opens from 7:30am.
You can start from first daylight but please remember the green staff get priority until 8:00am so they can set the course up for the day.
Depending how many are in your group will dictate which tee you will star from, just to remind you please find the correct starting times below...
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 | For the best round, please ensure you start in the right place!
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Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holiday (non-competition days) Weekends differ from weekdays slightly in the fact that between 7:30am and 9:30am 2,3 & 4 balls can start on either starting tee (1st or 10th). If you see that the 10th tee is clear then please do not hesitate to start from there as you will have a better flow to your round as the 1st tee proves very popular! However, between 9:30am and 11:30am both starting tees close to allow for a crossover period in which nobody can tee off.
Then once the starting tees re-open again at 11:30am, you are free to start on either tee. However, to ensure you get the best possible flow to your round, please check into the ProShop before starting and we can advise you.
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Pitchmarks & divots... As you all know and seen, Danny and the boys work their socks to give you a fantastically manicured golf course so to give them a hand can you please remember to replace your divots and repair your pitchmarks.
When you are on the green, if you do see an unrepaired pitchmark then please repair it. The greenstaff are extra busy now the seasons have changed so if you can do these two things then that will save them time and they will be very grateful for your help.
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 | Help keep the putting surface running smooth.
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 | | You wouldn't like to play out of this! |
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Captains' Charity Day During this Saturday's Captains' Charity Day there will be a Beat The Pro Challenge with our attached Professionals and myself. Before you tee off on the 16th hole you must decide if you think you have what it takes to beat us.
You can wager up to £20 and if you do manage to Beat The Pro you will get your money back AND cash to the value of what you wagered and if that's not enough you will also get a £5 voucher to spend in the ProShop.
If you do not Beat The Pro, your stake will be donated to the Captain's Charity so if you do fancy having a go please make sure take some cash onto the course with you.
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Brice Bowl If you're 9 handicap or below why not enter the Brice Bowl on Thursday 6th June? A 36 hole strokeplay event open to R&CPGC members and visitors with some fabulous prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd for both gross and nett.
In between rounds you will also be supplied with a light lunch and 2 course carvery after your final round, mouth watering food expertly prepared by Danny & Dale.
If you fancy a day of golf with potentially a prize at the end of it, please contact the office if you would like to enter, entries must be received by Thursday 23rd May.
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Junior Coaching It only feels like yesterday the kids were on Easter holidays and soon they'll be on half term and so plans for keeping them entertained need to be sorted now otherwise you won't hear the end of it!
Thankfully, Rob has set up another Junior Coaching Camp on Thursday 30th May between 12:00pm and 2:00pm. Once again designed to have loads of fun whilst still learning pivotal parts of the game utilising fun mini games where the kids can track their progress.
The Junior Committee have kindly offered to pay for half of the coaching fee for any R&CPGC Junior Member wishing to attend. The session will be limited to 8 kids so if you would like to book a slot you can call the ProShop on 01474823658 or email Rob directly on robwills93@gmail.com.
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Alps Tour Last week Jordan Godwin was in action on the Alps Tour at Golf Valdeluz in Spain. Located just 30 minutes outside of Madrid, the par 72 is renounced for its wide fairways and wide greens, plenty of chance to record good FIR & GIR stats but if your're not accurate then the putting stats will hold you down the leaderboard.
Thankfully Jordan had a very solid week finishing on 17 under par for 3 rounds which could only leave him in a tie for 25th, with the winnings core being 28 under par!
Jordan got off to a flyer with an opening round of 9 under par, 63. Such is the nature of the beast, Jordan stalled slightly in the second round, only managing 3 under par which on a course where the leaders are shooting low 60s, that will feel like he's stood still.
However, Jordan finished his tournament off with a 5 under par 67 giving him his final total, 17 under par.
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 | For all the power Jordan possesses!
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 | | He still has a silky touch! |
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Callaway Fitting Day On Tuesday 25th June between 2:00pm & 7:00pm, we will once again have our man in a Callaway van at R&CPGC and he's just itching to show you what Callaway can do for you.
With his Trackman and thousands of head & shaft combinations, our man will be able to find something that will rock your golf game. All you need to do is reserve one of the 30 minute slots and you're on your way.
These slots fill up fast so if you want to grab one you pop into the ProShop or call us on 01474823658 to book your slot now! Take a look at the availability below...
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Pro-Am The cream of the PGA Professional crop will be making their way to R&CPGC on Thursday 27th June for the annual Pro-Am. You and 2 friends will be able to play alongside them and watch them ply their trade.
In the most fun and relaxed environment, your PGA Professional will be on hand to give you all the hints, tips and advice you desire whether that be swing tips, course management or even equipment.
There is also a prize pot worth £2,000 which will include some fourball vouchers at some very exclusive golf clubs as well as awesome team prizes.
If you would like to enter a team please find an entry form below. You can also enter as an individual and we will endeavour to find you a team so you get to experience this fantastic day.
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Bonus Ball Last week's winner was yet another serial winner, he only won his first Bonus Ball just a few weeks a go! Picking number 24 was Keith Jenkins who has won himself an Under Armour shirt and shorts, ready for the summer.
This week's sheet is up and running so be sure to get your number before they run out!
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What would you say if we could show you a way of achieving greater accuracy and longer distance from the tee? You would say yes, right? Well, here’s your answer… |
 | Have you been custom fitted?
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First things first, the easiest way to achieve the holy grail of long, straight drives is to find the middle of the clubface every time, which is easier said than done for most of us. Following that, it’s all about launching your drives high with a good spin rate. Simple, right? It doesn’t matter how fast or smoothly you swing, if the clubhead and shaft are a bad match for the way you play, your chances of sending a perfect drive into the air will be seriously hampered. |
 | Callaway Epic Flash drivers
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So, the very first thing we need to do is get you fitted correctly. During the process, we will chat about your game, watch you hit some balls, and assess what you have told us in order to find the right shaft/head combination for your game. Two clubs that we will definitely try are Callaway’s Epic Flash and Epic Flash Sub-Zero drivers. Both drivers come with Flash Face and Jailbreak Technology for increased ball speeds, with the Sub-Zero being a lower-spin option. So, rather than going for the easy online purchase, come down to the club for an enjoyable custom fit session with a member of the team. |
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