Steve Clancy

Hello Golfers,

Welcome to the latest edition of our newsletter. In this week’s mail, we look back on an incredible win for Team Europe in the Ryder Cup, cast our eye over the best sleeved and sleeveless products on offer for the autumn weather, as well as give our verdict on the best irons released in 2018.

Enjoy the read.

Coaching news

Winter coaching packages

As the nights are drawing in and winter is approaching it is now time to analyse your performances for 2018 and build towards a stronger 2019.

With this in mind I have reviewed and improved my own coaching offering for this winter. To book any of the following sessions please in touch.

60 minute evaluation session - £30.

This session will evaluate all aspects of your game, from swing technique, SkyTrak data and statistical analysis of your performances and will allow us to work together to build a plan of improvement to implement over the winter months.

2 x Monthly 1 Hour Coaching Sessions per month - £75 per month (6 month programme).

These sessions will maximise your opportunities to play better golf for 2019, and will provide you with the following:

SkyTrak data from each session.

A personalised practice plan to allow you to implement the required improvements in your own time at your own pace Video feedback from each session Unlimited feedback via email in between sessions The opportunity to add a 9 hole playing lesson for a reduced rate of £35 during the course of your programme.

1 x Monthly 1 Hour Coaching Session per month - £40 per month (6 month programme).

These sessions will maximise your opportunities to play better golf for 2019, and will provide you with the following:

SkyTrak data from each session.

A personalised practice plan to allow you to implement the required improvements in your own time at your own pace Video feedback from each session.

I look forward to helping you to improve your game this winter!

Shop news

Have you seen these prices?

If you don't already own a Distance Measuring Device then you really are making this game a lot harder for yourself. Not only do they provide accurate distances to the front, middle and back of every green, but they can also double up as a lifestyle watch, too. Until Sunday, we are discounting Garmin's S10 watch by £20 and its S60 watch by £50, so act fast if you wish to take advantage!

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Pro's News

Best Ryder Cup ever?

So that’s it, as quickly as it started, it’s all over. The 2018 Ryder Cup at Le Golf National will go down as one of Team Europe’s best ever performances on home soil, as they came away with a comprehensive 17.5 – 10.5 win over a much-fancied Team USA.

Whereas everything seemed to go right for Europe’s captain Thomas Bjorn; from wildcard picks, to pairing Tommy Fleetwood with Francesco Molinari to form the formidable “Moliwood”, his American counterpart Jim Furyk was left to rue some poor decisions. Tiger Woods, fresh from his TOUR Championship win last week, failed to win a single point, whilst Phil Mickelson was woefu for the whole tournament. Both were captain’s picks.

The standout player for the home team however was surely Francesco Molinari. Having won this year’s Open Championship, the Italian no doubt fancied his chances on a course which placed a premium on shot-making as opposed to bombing huge drives down the fairway. Molinari won all five of his matches, becoming the first European to win five points in one Ryder Cup. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is the fact that prior to this year's contest, Molinari had played six matches across two previous editions without winning a match. He now truly belongs amongst the world’s elite golfers.

Special mention should also go to Sergio Garcia, the Spaniard was a controversial wildcard choice from Bjorn, but was a crucial component of Team Europe’s victory. Garcia’s win over Rickie Fowler in the singles yesterday saw him become Europe’s leading all-time point-scorer in the Ryder Cup with 25.5 points, overtaking Sir Nick Faldo’s record.

To sleeve or not to sleeve

Being underprepared when you're out on the course is a blunder which we've all been guilty of making. As the cold weather starts rolling in, you need to start thinking about some layering pieces that keep you warm and dry, but also lets you have freedom of movement during your round. Luckily for you, we have just the answer.

PING Caldern pullover

PING has given you a perfect solution in the form of this pullover. The half-zip fleece is easy to take on and off when you're out on the course, meaning you can adapt your layering according to the temperature. The brushed back fabric adds additional warmth, and the different colourways available are all bold and unique in their own right.

PING Sonic vest

If you prefer the gilet look, then why not try the Sonic vest from PING? This thermal vest contains Sensor Warm technology, which ensures that you'll be kept warm on the course despite the gilet being remarkably lightweight. An insulated quilted front panel is complete with a hexagon pattern, making this gilet not only practical, but highly stylish as well.

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The best of the best

Some fantastic iron sets have been released over the course of 2018 and here are our top picks for everyone from high-handicappers to scratch golfers. We stock multiple brands in-store so do come and speak to us about which clubs will be best suited to your game.

Game Improvement Irons
Lynx Prowler VT

If you're looking for a new set of irons to help your handicap tumble then consider this model from Lynx. Its Variable Thickness face increases forgiveness and helps generate faster ball speeds from off-centre strikes, giving you more distance even when you're having a bad day at the office.

Players' Irons
Lynx Prowler Forged CB

If you're a low handicap golfer and want to taste more success in club competitions, definitely consider Lynx's Prowler Forged CB irons. It's a beautiful looking cavity back iron that utilizes narrow soles and minimal offset for enhanced workability - ideal if you like to shape your shots.

Ladies Iron Model
Lynx Tigress

We've had plenty of female golfers leave the pro shop satisfied after being fitted for Lynx's Tigress irons. A gorgeous lavender finish means these irons certainly look the part, but they'll also help your ball to fly higher and longer for increased distance through the bag.

explore Lynx's range >

Spotlight: New Srixon balls

When you've got a great product, there's no need to make wholesale changes just for the sake of it but, instead, little refinements can go a long way.

This is exactly what Srixon has done in the new Soft Feel and UltiSoft golf balls for 2018. The Soft Feel is ideal for golfers looking to maximise distance, whereas the UltiSoft is the choice for slower swinging golfers - both of which are available in-store now.

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Video of the Week

The Europeans played some incredible golf to win the Ryder Cup over the weekend, and here's how a tense final day unfolded at Le Golf National in Paris.

Have a good week.

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