Jason.H
Well-known member
At our club it is playing slightly shorter because of winter mats/tees. We are still having stablefords and recording scores.
Golf Random Irritations
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SteveW86
Head Pro
We are probably a few hundred yards shorter, so unfortunately the rules say that the scores can’t be entered
HomerJSimpson
Hall of Famer
Playing badly and getting soaked. Three of the group wanted to walk off the 14th and down the last as we weren't in the hunt for the roll up pot and most of the others had called it a day. We had one guy ticking along so we stayed out to give him a chance. One point, one point, one point, two points he scored on the last four for a measly 33 points. Nowhere near the 40 needed to win and he'd have lost on 39 on countback. We made sure he got us a beer and some chips to ease the chill
Tinkerman
Member
Buying a pocket ball cleaner during the week and then forgetting to take it with me yesterday.
Although given the amount of mud the ball left on my towel it would have been useless after a few holes ?
Although given the amount of mud the ball left on my towel it would have been useless after a few holes ?
Hitting a ball yesterday and getting sprayed head to toe in mud droplets. Normally I'd laugh as the ridiculousness of how I looked but I was wearing my waterproof jacket which up to that point was pristine ?
Due to go and play Brora today, but cancelled due to the fact its lashing it down☹
evemccc
Well-known member
Great pro at Brora, really nice chap
Lovely course and v pleased to have walked off with a birdie at the last ?
Those are rare as hens teeth on that hole, many s the times I've had a good score ruined by the 18th. Was going to join as a country member this year but, done these things before and me joining usually culminates with me not playing where ever again while I'm a member?
HampshireHog
Assistant Pro
One of the legs coming detached from my bag halfway through the round.
Looks easy enough to fix just need to find somewhere to order the screw fitting.
Anyone got any ideas?
Looks easy enough to fix just need to find somewhere to order the screw fitting.
Anyone got any ideas?
HomerJSimpson
Hall of Famer
Playing like a clown on the back nine and getting damp into the process. Tough going in a strong wind
Golfnut1957
Newbie
I haven't been able to play for over two weeks, either the course has been closed or I haven't been able to fit it in. Today was the day.
Today the sky was blue, sun shining, wind down, and it wasn't too cold, and I had slept badly. My neck and left shoulder were so sore and stiff I couldn't turn my shoulders without turning my head.
It must have been a joy for my playing partners watching me hit half shots with my head turning so far right I lost sight of the ball and found myself guessing where the ball was on my downswing. All while in pain.
I lasted 10 holes before walking home gutted.
I'm supposed to be playing tomorrow. If there is a golfing god I'll wake up in the morning feeling fine.
Today the sky was blue, sun shining, wind down, and it wasn't too cold, and I had slept badly. My neck and left shoulder were so sore and stiff I couldn't turn my shoulders without turning my head.
It must have been a joy for my playing partners watching me hit half shots with my head turning so far right I lost sight of the ball and found myself guessing where the ball was on my downswing. All while in pain.
I lasted 10 holes before walking home gutted.
I'm supposed to be playing tomorrow. If there is a golfing god I'll wake up in the morning feeling fine.
HomerJSimpson
Hall of Famer
Went to the club for a game. Was expecting a full 18 but as soon as the others rock up and say "we're only doing 9" Why not let me know upfront so I can make a decision if I want to go out with you or swap for a later slot or wait and go out on my own for 18 later
Imurg
The Grinder Of Pars (Semi Crocked)
I know it's hard enough to get people to fix pitchmarks on greens but it's even harder to get them to fix pitchmarks on fringes...
OK, you can't fix it until you've played but some of the deep furrows I've seen over the last few weeks are ridiculous
I'd come up short on a hole with a front pin.
I wanted to putt but 3 inches in front of my ball was a hole the size of Wales made by someone's ProV...
It meant I had to chip..a much harder shot to cover the 6 yards to the pin...
Annoying....
OK, you can't fix it until you've played but some of the deep furrows I've seen over the last few weeks are ridiculous
I'd come up short on a hole with a front pin.
I wanted to putt but 3 inches in front of my ball was a hole the size of Wales made by someone's ProV...
It meant I had to chip..a much harder shot to cover the 6 yards to the pin...
Annoying....
SwingsitlikeHogan
Major Champion
Went for a few hole this afternoon but before going out I spent maybe 45mins on the range. Very successful, finishing up with really good 15min session with my driver.
And so immediately to the 1st tee full of beans - to find three ladies about to go out - they let me go before them. Of course my BIG mistake, after thanking them, was saying that I couldn't promise I'd hit the ball very far...I topped it...it went about 75yds. I smiled my best smile...and said...ah well...my next will be a lot better than that.
Golf...
And so immediately to the 1st tee full of beans - to find three ladies about to go out - they let me go before them. Of course my BIG mistake, after thanking them, was saying that I couldn't promise I'd hit the ball very far...I topped it...it went about 75yds. I smiled my best smile...and said...ah well...my next will be a lot better than that.
Golf...
Mike79
Active member
Being organised and getting a Saturday morning tee time when the 15 day window opened, inviting other new members along and both of them bail on the Friday (one in afternoon and one at 8pm).
I’ve now got a solo round tomorrow and nobody to sign the card for handicap.
I’ve now got a solo round tomorrow and nobody to sign the card for handicap.
cliveb
Head Pro
Is your club not on winter rules? If you're on the fringe surely you can move the ball 6" sideways?
(But I do agree that people should repair pitchmarks on the fringe, of course)
Imurg
The Grinder Of Pars (Semi Crocked)
We are and I could have moved it but I was only playing solo and not really scoring..similar scenario very possible when WRs are off..
HomerJSimpson
Hall of Famer
Expectation. Played well yesterday and warming up and then go out and dog it round. Seems to be a correlation forming that hit it badly in warm up and I then manage to play respectably
Beezerk
Money List Winner
Played an away day with the society today in Northumberland, drove the ball like an idiot but chipped and putted like a god, walked in with 39 points.
The software has cut me from 13 to 8 ?
Does that mean I can now class myself as a single figure handicap golfer ?
The software has cut me from 13 to 8 ?
Does that mean I can now class myself as a single figure handicap golfer ?
Slab
Occasional Tour Caddy
Had a big issue with my chips on Sunday
I suspect the oil was old or not hot enough, anyway had to send them back for another load
I suspect the oil was old or not hot enough, anyway had to send them back for another load
