Golf Things That Gladden The Heart

[Arthur Wedge]

@C7usk - Not so unusual for a private members club, and in fairness, more relaxed than some of those too!
You get proposed by a friend, then have a play in round with a past Captain or current committe member and an informal chat with the assistant GM, current Club Captain and two or three committee members. If that goes okay, then you are accepted as a provisional member. 6 months subs paid, and then you have up to 6 months to play or meet a minimum of 20 people.
Once you've done that, another informal chat with similar group plus other provisional members in the same situation to give them feedback on the process and understand final steps.
Your name goes in a book and once you've got 20 signatures, you're in as a full member.
And that's when they hit you for the joining fee and subs for the remainder of a full year.

How much are you paying to get 20 people to like you

 

[Bratty]

How much are you paying to get 20 people to like you

Less than you'd have to!

 

[sunshine]

This is bordering on obsession now.

I spotted this too, but didn’t want to be the one to start another ham eggs and chips conversation.

But now you’ve done it…

What kind of ham are we talking about?

 

[SwingsitlikeHogan]

Had a look through the clubhouse windows to see how the transformation of our clubhouse ground floor was going, now that it’s almost done. And it looks splendid. Wondering how all the grumps who vehemently assert that doing it’s been a complete waste of money. We’ll see.

 

[Doon frae Troon]

Eddie Pepperell and David Law birdie the last hole to retain their tour cards.

 

[Imurg]

Eddie Pepperell and David Law birdie the last hole to retain their tour cards.

Not so fast Doon
Top 20 and ties get their card and they're both at T21 with plenty of players still to finish...

 

[Doon frae Troon]

Not so fast Doon
Top 20 and ties get their card and they're both at T21 with plenty of players still to finish...

Argh jumped the gun,
How quickly things turn around at that stage.

 

[Imurg]

Both missed out by 1 shot..

 

[SwingsitlikeHogan]

Future son-in-law out in Japan at the moment for the World Speed Golf Championships. Him and his mate are current UK pairs champion, and they are currently in 2nd place with the 2nd (and final) round tomorrow. Fingers crossed. BTW - re place of play. They play 9 holes foursomes in <20mins, and in the individual future S-i-L did 18 holes in 44mins

 

[IanM]

Oh Eddie...

 

[Arthur Wedge]

He will still get a limited card on tour and entry into a number of tournaments

 

[Lord Tyrion]

He will still get a limited card on tour and entry into a number of tournaments

Another pro was talking about this the other day. The difficulties come around planning your year. Invites are not guaranteed and often come late, ie can you fly tomorrow? It adds another layer of difficulty.

That's the gig, but it's a tough one.

 

[Imurg]

The top few from QS can get around 25 starts, those from 12-20 might only get a dozen or so.
Eddie will have to make the most of his opportunities and may have to travel to far flung places to try and get enough points

 

[IanM]

The top few from QS can get around 25 starts, those from 12-20 might only get a dozen or so.
Eddie will have to make the most of his opportunities and may have to travel to far flung places to try and get enough points

He took a long break early season, which is now looking like a bad idea.

This week's pod will be interesting

 

[BrianM]

Just shows how hard it is, the standard these players play at now is unbelievable.

 

[Pin-seeker]

Just shows how hard it is, the standard these players play at now is unbelievable.

Obviously the top players are living the dream,but must be mentally draining for the ones just trying to earn enough money to continue.

 

[PJ87]

After yesterday's rubbish trip to the range (being closed) I've found a range on my drive home (2 miles from the a406) that closes at 10!

 

[PJ87]

After yesterday's rubbish trip to the range (being closed) I've found a range on my drive home (2 miles from the a406) that closes at 10!

Well that was the complete opposite to yesterday

I got there , was open for one! No track man but the whole thing is carpeted? Which was a nice touch. No club scratches lol

However 50 balls £6 bargain

Worked on what my pro went through with me Sunday, hit 1 bad shot (first one) rest were ok.

7 iron
4 hybrid
Then worked on the driver. Found if I pause ever so slightly at the top of the swing then release I got my draw back so I was happy

 

[Slab]

The top few from QS can get around 25 starts, those from 12-20 might only get a dozen or so.
Eddie will have to make the most of his opportunities and may have to travel to far flung places to try and get enough points

Best I keep phone fully charged in case I miss a call

 

[SwingsitlikeHogan]

Future son-in-law out in Japan at the moment for the World Speed Golf Championships. Him and his mate are current UK pairs champion, and they are currently in 2nd place with the 2nd (and final) round tomorrow. Fingers crossed. BTW - re place of play. They play 9 holes foursomes in <20mins, and in the individual future S-i-L did 18 holes in 44mins

aaaaand...the two Luke's have won the World Speed Golf Pairs. Plus 6th and 7th in the individual. So they are now both the British and the World Pairs Champs. Well done lads. Great stuff.