McToot the Bandit
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Ah I understand. Many thanks for that. Uselful to know. I'll check whether we even have such a committee (I assume we do).
I played for the first time today in 50+ days and …...
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Ah I understand. Many thanks for that. Uselful to know. I'll check whether we even have such a committee (I assume we do).
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The course was in cracking nick, I'm amazed how much 2 greenkeepers have managed to do 
I played ok - 33 points, including 2 double bogeys from uncharacteristic errors.
Very happy to smack a long first drive, straight down the middle
I played ok - 33 points, including 2 double bogeys from uncharacteristic errors.
Very happy to smack a long first drive, straight down the middle
Crow
Crow Person
First time out on the course this morning since March 13th!
Only 9 holes can be booked at the moment but any golf is better than no golf. ?
Clubs used as posted in the other thread about when you'll play again.
I started with an old Penfold Commando ball as well, which was a mistake as it was really soft and I was only getting about 75% to 80% distance with it.
First hole was a 185 yard par 3 and I selected the 3 iron and hit a massive slice short right, two more shots to reach the green and a 3 putt for a triple bogey, it’s great to be back!
Swapped the Penfold ball after two holes and finished the 9 holes with a lowly 12 points Stableford but still won the match I was playing on the last hole.
Despite the rubbish score my swing was better than I was expecting, hit some good tee shots and nice irons.
Played the back 9 today, playing the front nine tomorrow.
Only 9 holes can be booked at the moment but any golf is better than no golf. ?
Clubs used as posted in the other thread about when you'll play again.
I started with an old Penfold Commando ball as well, which was a mistake as it was really soft and I was only getting about 75% to 80% distance with it.
First hole was a 185 yard par 3 and I selected the 3 iron and hit a massive slice short right, two more shots to reach the green and a 3 putt for a triple bogey, it’s great to be back!
Swapped the Penfold ball after two holes and finished the 9 holes with a lowly 12 points Stableford but still won the match I was playing on the last hole.
Despite the rubbish score my swing was better than I was expecting, hit some good tee shots and nice irons.
Played the back 9 today, playing the front nine tomorrow.
GG26
Challenge Tour Pro
Played 9 holes with my lad - 18 was possible, but he's never played more than 9. As he pointed out its the first time he has been in a car for more than eight weeks.
Course was in fantastic condition, especially the greens which were way faster than my PuttOut mat. 18 points for me, and scoring on every hole, was a nice way to get back into the game.
Course was in fantastic condition, especially the greens which were way faster than my PuttOut mat. 18 points for me, and scoring on every hole, was a nice way to get back into the game.
2blue
Journeyman Pro
Sounds as though you've got a H/cap on a none-Q course..... should be playing-season conditions to be a true measure..... get ready for the ear-ache!!
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Deleted member 15717
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Reading this thread makes me concerned for my golf game! lots of people seemed to play well for their first round in 50 odd days.
i Played yesterday and don’t think I would have broken 100 if I had been keeping score. I have a handicap of 4!
had the big left miss with every club, and just couldn’t figure it out.
golf is hard.
i Played yesterday and don’t think I would have broken 100 if I had been keeping score. I have a handicap of 4!
had the big left miss with every club, and just couldn’t figure it out.
golf is hard.
HomerJSimpson
Hall of Famer
I am so glad I hit some balls today. Ugly and would have been carnage had I been on the course. Back a bit sore now after 60 balls so hoping just down to inactivity. Have to say hitting the balls has really got the mojo back and roll on Saturday
chrisd
Major Champion
Are you actually planning to buy some balls for Saturday's game ?
fundy
Ryder Cup Winner
BubbaP
Occasional Player of Golf
I cracked this evening, a budget members club not far away had a few tee times - tee'd off solo about 17:25. Course quality was as expected not great, but there were fairways & greens, blue sky, blossom on the trees - nice. Was pretty decent with the driver which was good after the garden swinging. Mixed elsewhere but not bothered.
Pleased for the club actually, they are always close to the line financially and I know some of the furloughed guys who have rounds per week restrictions at their clubs have also been green fee-ing there.
Pleased for the club actually, they are always close to the line financially and I know some of the furloughed guys who have rounds per week restrictions at their clubs have also been green fee-ing there.
Swingalot
Challenge Tour Pro
Played this evening.
Loved every minute of it.
God I’ve missed it. Golf is my release, my time, my slot in a busy life when I have no worries apart from worries that don’t actually really matter if you take some perspective to them.
Hit some good shots and a few bad ones. The rough was brutal, the course was amazing considering.
Roll on the next round
Loved every minute of it.
God I’ve missed it. Golf is my release, my time, my slot in a busy life when I have no worries apart from worries that don’t actually really matter if you take some perspective to them.
Hit some good shots and a few bad ones. The rough was brutal, the course was amazing considering.
Roll on the next round
huds1475
Journeyman Pro
Must admit, I've been a bit cynical about golf restarting, based largely on some really selfish stuff I've seen in WhatsApp groups.
But....
Its been great to read some of the stories in this thread and hear about people enjoying themselves for a change, doing something they love.
Be safe out there folks, and have fun ?
But....
Its been great to read some of the stories in this thread and hear about people enjoying themselves for a change, doing something they love.
Be safe out there folks, and have fun ?
BumbleBee
Newbie
Over the top closed face.
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Played for the second day on the trot. I’m useless, but I still enjoyed it thoroughly! Smoking the driver like I’ve never have done before, but nothing else is working. 14 putts on the first 6 holes, and I didn’t even putt on the 4th! ???
Cannot wait for Saturday so I can get out again!
Cannot wait for Saturday so I can get out again!
BumbleBee
Newbie
Show off.
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Deleted member 15717
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thanks for the patronising message.
i know the pattern, resolving it was the piece I was struggling with. After 8 weeks off, I am sure my feels will re-align soon. And as some of the flights started straight and then turned, it may not be an over the top move....more then likely just a clubface more closed to the path than I require.
backwoodsman
Tour Winner
Played yesterday - we're allowed a full 18 so that's nice. Lovely day and some good and some indifferent golf - so no change there; not really that much different to pre lockdown 8 weeks ago. The nice bit was that we've started opening for play an hour earlier than previous - is 7am rather than 8am. So was out at 7:15 - was lovely and it made me a bit jealous of those who've always been able to get out at that time.
To keep HID happy, am going to limit my playing to twice per week, so next time out will be Sunday - can't wait and hope the weather stays as nice as yesterday
To keep HID happy, am going to limit my playing to twice per week, so next time out will be Sunday - can't wait and hope the weather stays as nice as yesterday
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Played on Wednesday ... 33 points. Great to be back out on the course. A reasonable score after two months away was a bonus.
AmandaJR
Money List Winner
Played yesterday - first time I've swung a club in 2020. Decided to forgo any practice and see what's what for fun. Smashed the first drive past where I won Longest Drive in last year's Captain's Day. The strength I've gained through weight training had me hitting the long stuff further (carry!) but anything from a wedge down was hit and miss. Short game rubbish and no feel whatsoever although did have some fun trying some lob shots.
Slightly disappointed to not enjoy it more than I did. I really want to enjoy golf without having to try so hard to get as low as I can etc. Not sure that's in my make-up but will keep trying.
Slightly disappointed to not enjoy it more than I did. I really want to enjoy golf without having to try so hard to get as low as I can etc. Not sure that's in my make-up but will keep trying.
