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Learn to play golf this spring You can get started by taking advantage You’ll receive a basic introduction to golf of the low cost beginner courses on from PGA professionals, together with offer across Essex. follow-on coaching opportunities. Equipment will be provided so all you have to do is book and turn up on the day in comfortable clothing.
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s you know Golf’s Open Championship will no longer be shown live by the BBC as of 2017 after Sky Sports won the rights to broadcast golf's oldest and grandest tournament in a five-year deal. Here is how some of the biggest names in British golf have reacted Lee Westwood: “I cannot believe the Open isn't protected as one of the crown jewels – that is an absolute disgrace. It's very disappointing, even though I can appreciate how much Sky have done for the European Tour, and how much they've done for the game of golf. But look at the viewing figures for Sky compared to the BBC and you have to question it when the number of golfers are dwindling.” Graeme McDowell, on hearing Westwood's comments: “I agree with Westy completely. We are all very aware of the falling numbers and how dangerously on the precipice we are, regarding where the game needs to go in terms of attracting women and children.” Rory McIlroy: “I guess it's just the way it's gone – money talks, you know. It's a shame the Open will not be on terrestrial television, but what can you do about it? I know Sky is expensive and a lot of people can't afford it and it is a shame. It would have been nice if they could have come to some sort of resolution but there it is.” Peter Alliss: “Hand on heart, I can’t not criticise the BBC.They are far and away the R&A’s biggest television client, so why haven’t they said to them: 'You know, we’re struggling against the financial might of Sky but why don’t we also cover some of the other events you run, like the Amateur Championship and the Boys Championship and the Walker Cup?” With less coverage will come even less club members with the loss of revenue to clubs and golf as a whole.
The course is set in 240 acres of beautiful parkland in the Essex countryside. The Club hosted the R and A Regional Qualifier Open for five years.
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t’s now March and hopefully as you read this the greens are back on, rough has dried out and your trousers have stopped being covered in mud!
This also means it will soon be the Masters and Easter. Our trade sees this as the start of the golfing season, and we are 100% ready. As I mentioned last month we have bought in more equipment suppliers to go with the other leading brands. If you get a chance to go onto U tube, type in Srixon golf clubs and XXIO golf clubs. There are some fantastic reviews by a couple of English Pros who tested them out at the Grove. This backs up what we already know in the industry that there are some great new clubs out there.
The pictures you see on this page are from our newly laid out store which shows larger areas for many products and a glimpse of our fantastic ladies section. All men’s and ladies clothing is now in stock as wells as over 6 different types of electric trolley, 6 push trolleys and 3 pull. Ladies if you type in the links below you will see the full range of Daily Sports Clothing available and the ‘Surprize’ shop catalogue. We can help you with all of this. http://surprizeshop-brochures.co.uk/2015-SURPRIZESHOP-BROCHURE/ https://flipflashpages.uniflip.com/2/35014/330310/pub/
Shoes, GPS watches and devices, viewfinders and the ‘Surprize’ range of accessories have all vastly expanded. Please come and see us for the usual first class service, competitive pricing and wide choice.
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THE GARY PIKE GOLF ACADEMY Top teaching professional Gary Pike PGA.AP (advanced professional) invites you to his golf academy at Forrester Park Golf Club near Maldon. Gary has over 31 years of coaching experience and is a David Leadbetter trained instructor. He has published over 150 articles on the golf swing. Gary is coach to Walker Cup player Dale Whitnell and was the Essex County Senior Coach from 1998 to 2012 Contact the golf academy on 07801 428 174 or visit www.garypikegolf.com
Get away to the sun, play golf have fun and work on your game.
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o tips this month … just an invitation to join me in the sunshine at one of my residential tuition breaks at either the 5-star Penina Resort in Portugal or the 4-star Pravets Resort in Bulgaria. I have been hosting these holiday tuition weeks since 1997 and constantly see amazing results from my guests after spending a week developing new skills and with the time to develop and work on them with yours truly. I am able to give lots of individual attention in this environment, both on the range and on the course during our week together. A large part of the itinerary focuses on short game and this year I am introducing AimPoint green reading into the program, which is amazing to help hole those putts!
These weeks are a lot of fun, especially in the evening recounting the day’s activities while enjoying a glass of wine (or two!) and dinner in the hotel or at a local restaurant. Why not join me in Portugal or Bulgaria Portugal … 11-18 April … or 18-25 April Bulgaria … 10-17 May … or 17-24 May For full details, please visit: wwwgarypikegolf.com For more information or to book, call me on: 07801 428 174 All my holiday tuition weeks are booked via golf tour operator DISTANT LANDINGS. I look forward to hearing from you and to meeting you on one of my holiday tuition weeks.
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Edna Shows That Age is No Handicap Y
ou’re never too old to get into golf – just ask Edna Bennett who achieved her first handicap at the age of 73. “Age is definitely no barrier to playing golf,” says Edna, who plays at Three Rivers Golf Club in Essex, where she is pictured (left) with golfing friend Julie Williams. “I really enjoy everything about it, being outside, doing something physical, walking and making friends.
“I now play abroad and in the UK and I belong to a lovely, friendly club – as soon as you walk in someone says ‘hi’ – there is so much on offer there.” Edna, a retired PE teacher, has been interested in golf for many years. She lives close to a golf course and her daughter, Sarah, took advantage of this to learn the game, becoming a Ladies European Tour professional for over 20 years,
competing worldwide before concentrating on her coaching. But although Edna encouraged Sarah, introduced school pupils to the game and actually belonged to a golf club for many years, she didn’t get started as a player until she was over 70. “I didn’t have much time and when I first started there were not as many opportunities for new players as there are now, which made it difficult.” said Edna. She decided to postpone her golfing ambitions until she retired, but this plan was abandoned when she hurt her back in a boating accident. “That was the end of golf, I thought.” But her interest was reawakened when Sarah became increasingly involved with her coaching and took on the role of PGA head teaching professional at Three Rivers Golf & Country Club. “Sarah offered a structured beginners’ golf programme, which is very popular with the ladies, which I decided to join. I started a couple of years ago and was awarded my first ever handicap last summer,” said Edna. “Sometimes my back troubles me, but one of the reasons I like Three Rivers Golf Club is there are two courses and my membership includes the Jubilee, the shorter of the two courses, which really suits my level of golf. www.englandgolf.org Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/EnglandGolf
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Golfers Vote St Mellion #1
St Mellion International Jack Nicklaus Signature Course (Bob Atkins)
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eaders of the UK’s best-selling golf magazine Today’s Golfer have voted Cornwall golf destination St Mellion International Resort as #1 in two major categories, in a new survey published in January 2015. In the TG Travel Awards 2015, in which thousands of golfers cast their votes for their favourite golf courses, hotels and resorts across the UK and Continental Europe, St Mellion was the runaway winner in the Best Golf Course and Best Golf Hotel / Resort categories for the West of England. The Jack Nicklaus Signature Course at St Mellion won the ‘Best Golf Course in the West’ category by an overwhelming majority, with 50% of all votes cast – almost four times as many as the next nearest. No other golf course in Europe dominated its regional vote as emphatically as the mighty Nicklaus course at St Mellion, described as “the finest inland course in the south west of England” by the magazine. The award cements its status as one of the UK’s most popular and challenging golf courses, having hosted many European Tour events since its creation by the 18-time Major winner in 1988. And the 80-bedroom, four-star Resort hotel at St Mellion dominated the vote for ‘Best Hotel / Resort in the West’, with over twice as many votes as the next-nearest candidate. “St Mellion delivers on all fronts – both on and off the course” said Today’s Golfer. “The Nicklaus Course is in many ways is the ultimate test of parkland golf, and the comfortable
accommodation with its health club, spa and fine dining offers value for money with its special offers and packages.” On winning the Best Golf Course in the West award, St Mellion’s Golf Manager, David Moon PGA, commented:“This award is testament to Jack Nicklaus’ golf course design skills, and also to our magnificent course management team headed by Mike Bush, our Master Greenkeeper.We are truly delighted to be recognised by Today’s Golfer readers in this way, and our thanks go to all who voted, and also to the magazine. “Each year we successfully entertain hundreds of groups of golfers from clubs across the UK who want to play St Mellion” continued Moon.“We are proud to be the resort of choice for so many other golf clubs, offering a popular weekend away for their members, and proving that you don’t need to get on a plane to play a truly world-class golf course. We have that here, right on your doorstep, with The Nicklaus Signature Course.” Kevin McAlpine, General Manager at St Mellion International Resort, said: “Just over five years ago, our new contemporary Resort hotel opened to great acclaim, and we have been privileged to win many awards since then”. He continued: “Receiving this new award from the readers of the UK’s #1 golf magazine is a source of tremendous pride for the staff here at St Mellion, and we will strive to maintain our exceptionally high standards in 2015, throughout the Resort and its many facilities, in the hope of retaining our title next year.” www.st-mellion.co.uk
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CHELMSFORD GOLF CLUB (FOUNDED IN 1893)
MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE ONE OF THE OLDEST TRADITIONAL, PRIVATE MEMBERS’ CLUB IN THE COUNTY. A BEAUTIFUL PARKLAND COURSE, DESIGNED BY JAMES BRAID AND HARRY COLT. A HIDDEN GEM TUCKED AWAY IN THE MIDDLE OF CHELMSFORD.
WE WELCOME LADIES, GENTLEMEN, BOYS & GIRLS AS MEMBERS ❖
Full Membership ❖ 3 Month Trial Membership ❖ Starter Membership ❖ Cadet Membership FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON CHELMSFORD GOLF CLUB AND MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE OR CONTACT THE CLUB DIRECTLY. TEL: 01245 256483 EMAIL: OFFICE@CHELMSFORDGC.CO.UK WEBSITE: WWW.CHELMSFORDGC.CO.UK
GOLF WITH US IN SUNNY SPAIN
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Matt Stables is a PGA Advanced Professional based at North Weald Golf Club near Epping. Matt played collegiate golf in the USA and today competes in regional and national pro tournaments. As a teacher, Matt is a published author and is qualified in club making, golf fitness, the mental side of golf & Aimpoint green reading. As a golf coach, Matt believes in good fundamentals, including an on plane swing, an understanding of each individual’s strengths and weaknesses, plus an effective short game. Golf tuition is available from Matt call 01992 522 118 mobile 07808 003 619, or www.MattStablesGolf.com
A Few Simple Skills You Need To Address To Improve Your Putting?? If you are one of those players who continually struggle with your putting there is good news. There are only 3 skills you have to look at improving. 1. Starting the Ball on the Correct Line
If you are pulling or pushing your putts, then you need to look at improving a few simple parts of your technique... There are many different styles of putting but most good putters look to do a few simple things, which encourage the club face to be square more often at impact.
accurate using your feet to read greens rather your eyes, which are far less reliable. It is quick, effective and can be used on any green... You also have to look at improving these in the correct order. For instance, if you can't start the ball on the correct line consistently at the correct speed reading the greens correctly is very unlikely to happen. So if you are struggling with your putting think which area you are weakest on and work with a PGA Professional to improve this. Even if you have had lessons before it is surprising how few players have had a session on their putting.
2. Distance Control
Most 3 putts happen when the first putt goes too long or is left too short leaving you with too much to do on your second putt.
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Short Game & Putting Schools. Matt will be running his Half-day Short Game and Putting Schools from March, and the short game could save you 2 to 4 shots off your game. On the Short Game Schools, he will cover all aspects of Chipping, pitching, bunkers, and on the Putting Schools, he will cover starting the ball on the correct line, distance control and Aimpoint Green Reading. Each school runs from 9.30 am until 1 pm and Includes Lunch with the Pro. Once a month there will be a Short Game School in the morning and a putting school in the afternoon.
Cost is £75 per school or £140 if Short Game and Putting School is booked at the same time. March – Short Game Sunday 8th, Thursday 12th, Thursday 26th am Putting Friday 20th, Sunday 22nd, Thursday 26th pm April – Short Game Sunday 5th, Friday 10th, Thursday 23rd am Putting Sunday 19th, Thursday 16th, Thursday 23rd pm
Winter Warmer
18 Holes of Golf and Chef Special £25 Midweek £30 Weekend
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Visitors Welcome Twilight from 1.00pm Monday - Friday £18 Saturday - Sunday £22
Contact pro shop for tee time reservations For further information on membership please contact Chris Nunn Director of Golf
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on chris.nunn@thebursteadgolfclub.com Tye Common Road, Little Burstead, Billericay, Essex, CM12 9SS info@thebursteadgolfclub.com
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Lee Porter, the PGA Professional attached to Hylands Golf Complex in Chelmsford, has been voted Clubmaker of the Year by the Golf Clubmakers Association in the UK. Lee now ranks in the top ten custom-fit clubmakers throughout Europe. No wonder he counts 8 touring golf pros as customers, including the ever popular local Pro, Robbie Coles.
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or many years wedge shafts were a simple decision, they were either the same as the shafts you had in your irons or a ‘wedge specific’ shaft that came as standard which, in all fairness, did not have a great deal of technology in it. That had been the case for many years until The Royal & Ancient (The R & A) changed the rules on the grooves and the level of abrasion of the face. In the midst of the panic that then followed shaft companies manufactured shafts that could increase spin on wedge shots to help calm the majority of golfers concerns that they will never be able to stop the ball on the green again. This was achieved by changing the profile and wall thickness of the shaft – basically making the tip section a little softer to enhance spin – a HiRev shaft.This works, even if it’s not quite as much as the thirty feet of backspin many golfers thought it would give them! In reality a wedge shaft can add up to 400rpm (revolutions per minute) to a
shot – this does not sound a lot but it is actually quite a significant increase. For the more lofted wedges (58º or 60º) this makes sense, these are the clubs you need maximum spin but for longer wedges (50º & 52º) this never really made sense. Potentially this created gaps between your set wedge and the ‘specialist wedges’. So, this has now made a new category of wedge shafts, for example the KBS 610. This shaft is designed for a stronger, lower trajectory than it’s Hi-Rev counterparts. Ok, so now we have choices for our wedges, a stronger flight in the lower lofts and more spin in the higher lofts – makes perfect sense. So, does it make a difference to a club golfer? I think it does, it can’t make you a great wedge player but it can help. Also, these shafts are no more expensive than any other steel shaft so it’s a no brainer for any new purchase.
S E M I N A R W E D N E S D AY 2 5 T H M A R C H 8 P M It’s that time of year again! I’ve got some new ideas for this year including some more ‘practical’ sessions but we kick off at The Chelmsford Museum again with the following topics: Iron Design And How It Effects Your Golf The Myths Of Iron Design How To Become A More Efficient Golfer Tickets are £10 per person and are available through my website www.leeportergolfsolutions.com Hope to see you there! - 16 -
CANONS BROOK GOLF CLUB Elizabeth Way, Harlow, Essex, CM19 5BE
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*Subject to availability. Available Monday to Friday and Saturday/Sunday after 1.30pm. Please contact the Pro Shop on 01279 418357 to book your buggies prior to your visit. Buggies are subject to a £20 refundable deposit. Please complete the voucher above and hand it to our Pro shop on arrival.
FORRESTER PARK GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Great Totham, Nr Maldon CM9 8EA 01621 891 406 • info@forrester-park.co.uk www.forrester-park.co.uk Forrester Park Golf & Country Club
WINTER WARMERS Valid any time Mon, Thu, Fri and after midday Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun until 31st March English Breakfast & 18 Holes ~ £20 weekdays & Sundays, £25 Saturdays Tea or Coffee & Bacon Sandwich, 18 Holes, Chef’s Special Lunch ~ £25 weekdays & Sundays, £30 Saturdays SOCIETY PACKAGES Coffee & Bacon Sandwich, 18 holes £26 per person weekdays & Sundays ~ £29 per person Saturdays Coffee & Bacon Sandwich, 18 holes, one course lunch £31.50 per person weekdays & Sundays ~ £35 per person Saturdays Coffee & Bacon Sandwich, 9 holes, Light lunch, 18 holes, two course dinner plus longest drive prize and 4-ball voucher £41.50 per person weekdays & Sundays ~ £48 per person Saturdays For all packages: Organiser gets one free entry into our Golf Society Organisers’ Day in October Organiser goes free for groups of 20 or more For groups of 12 and over includes Nearest The Pin prize (sleeve of balls) Extra 9 holes just £5
For more information and full terms and conditions, please contact Craig Lockwood or Tim Forrester-Muir on 01621 891406 or e-mail craig@forrester-park.co.uk. - 17 -
Ray And Harvey’s Magic Moment At Birch Grove Golf Club
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and the 15-handicapper was rewarded with membership of the exclusive BOSS Watches H1 Club and a specially-commissioned, commemorative timepiece. www.bosswatches.co.uk The Magic moment was followed by Ray Powell playing off a 19 handicap on the 5th hole.
he time was right for a West Mersea golfer when he scored a hole-in-one during a recent club competition to be rewarded with a limited-edition BOSS watch as recognition for the achievement. Harvey Bernstein, 68, scored his ace on the 204-yard, par-three 18th at Birch Grove GC,
New Owner For Essex Golf & Country Clubs
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rivate equity firm Lone Star has recently been announced as the new majority owner of The Club Company, operator of The Essex Golf & Country Club near Colchester, and Benton Hall Golf & Country Club in Witham. Lone Star has acquired a 95 per cent stake in the business for an undisclosed sum. Financing has been provided by Broadhaven Credit Partners.The Club Company was previously owned by private equity house Boundary Capital, as well as private investors. Lone Star have confirmed their current backing for the current management team and will be
providing further funds to grow the group as and when opportunities arise. As well as The Essex and Benton Hall,The Club Company currently operates 8 other sites and is exploring internal development opportunities with planning permission in place, as well as looking at suitable acquisitions. Chief Executive Thierry Delsol said, “We are looking forward to growing and further developing the business with the strong support of Lone Star. This is a very exciting time for members, staff and everyone who works with The Club Company.”
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Burnham-on-Crouch Golf club Private Members Club for All Abilities
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ast-growing membership body Golf Tourism England (GTE) has launched a state-of-the-art website which will act as a touch point for golfers looking for information on booking a memorable golf holiday in one of the world’s oldest and bestestablished golfing destinations.
This announcement comes at an exciting time for GTE, which is also celebrating breaking through the 100-member milestone in its bid to extend its services to golf courses, tourism operators, accommodation providers and leisure attractions involved in golf nationwide. Both of these landmarks represent the early success of the GTE vision, set out by founder and CEO Andrew Cooke, which seeks to unite the stakeholders within golf tourism in England, in order to rival the recent success achieved by neighbouring markets in Scotland and Ireland. Constructed by leading design agency Sears Davies, the site will serve as a resource for all inbound visitors seeking further information about which courses they would like to play, the best places to stay, travel and transportation, top-rated restaurants and off-course entertainment. It will also assist the Golf Tourism England team in servicing new member enquiries, as interest in the body goes from strength-to-strength. “I am delighted to be in the position to launch our brand new website today, and would like to thank each one of our members who have given their support to the GTE strategy since we launched just nine months ago,” said Cooke.
“It serves as affirmation that we are making excellent progress in our bid to set up an association that will have a beneficial effect for all of those involved in the country’s golf tourism industry. “As our membership growth accelerates, this site will serve as a valuable tool in attracting the interest of a worldwide audience, which will be able to find out more information about all of the services they require to build a memorable golf break in England. “I would also like to extend my thanks to Sears Davies, which has been pivotal in the site’s construction.” National tourism board and GTE partner Visit England praised the establishment of the new website as another important achievement which demonstrates the rapid progress being made by GTE. Head of Business Tourism for Visit England, Simon Gidman, said: “The establishment of Golf Tourism England’s new website is a hugely important step in its development as the first point of call for local and international visitors thinking of England for their next golf break and we are delighted to see it come to fruition. “We would also like to praise the foresight of all of those who have joined the Golf Tourism England initiative so far. Their involvement will prove to be crucial in establishing stronger working relationships between all of the stakeholders in English golf tourism, which will be a key element of establishing the country in its rightful place as one of the world’s most popular golfing destinations.” The site is constructed across two individual sections, one which is consumer-facing and designed to appeal to the prospective visitor by promoting all that is great about golf in England while the other provides golfing bodies with information on membership and the associated benefits. www.golftourismengland.com
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DO YOU PLAY ONCE A WEEK? Join Colne Valley Golf Club for the equivalent of a weekly green fee
Limited amount of memberships available for £60.00 per month* (Special offer of £45.00 per month for under 30’s)
18 holes with curry and rice
Beautiful Parkland course with a recently refurbished clubhouse
£25
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS AT COLNE VALLEY INCLUDE:
monday to friday
1st nov 2014 – 31st march 2015 Please call 01245 440 005 to reserve your tee time
■ EGU and Essex Golf Union fees paid ■ Free membership to the SmartGolfer Network with over 30 clubs to visit and play for free ■ Wide range of sociable club competitions ■ Online tee bookings, competition sign up and player statistics ■ Discounted food and beverage at the club ■ Free Wifi within clubhouse
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Name the course and have the chance of winning A FOURBALL ON THE MYSTERY COURSE 12 SRIXON TRISPEED GOLF BALLS, courtesy of COLCHESTER plus 2 of each VEGAS BALL MARKERS, Golf Rules Quick Reference Book and the Trouble Shots and Quick Fix Guide Please email your answer to info@essexgolfer.com All correct answers will be entered into a draw for the prize Winner will be notified by email. Answer will be published next edition. Only 1 entry per person. No cash equivalent.
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Monthly Nearest the Pin Competitions Each month the winner receives 60 minute lesson & 2 logo products Grand Final in November
Winner receives 2 Dozen Balls 2 x 60 minute lessons A Custom Fitted Titleist or Mizuno Driver Worth over £500
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Golf Union News
M
ike Hart, a member of Colchester Golf Club was elected President of the Essex Golf Union (EGU) earlier in the month at their AGM held at Upminster Golf Club. He is only the third member of the Club to have been elected to this, the premier position in Essex Golf, the last one being Bill Macmillan in 1986.The EGU run and promote amateur golf in Essex and was originally founded in 1924. Mike Hart who lives in West Bergholt has played an important part in various roles in the EGU for several years and carries with him all the good wishes of Colchester Golf Club in his vital role. Mike Hart.
Clacton Seniors AGM and Stapleford
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he day started, when 80 members took part in a nine hole Shot Gun Start Stableford competition, followed by a full English breakfast, the winner of the nine-hole competition was Past Captain Robert Gillespie with 22 stableford points, in second place was Dave Mills with 21 points on countback from third-place Alf Smith also with 21 points on countback from in fourth place also with 21 points and nice to see him playing again after a long illness Tony White. Following the breakfast, the AGM started with L-R Bob Seggie, Ray Fage, 2015 Captain Joe Middleton, Don Dunham, 2014 Captain Peter Savage, Jeff Sinnott, John Willson and Vice Captain Tony Burnside. the presentation of prizes for the 2014 season, which were presented by 2014 Captain Savage then thanked all the seniors' Captain Peter Savage. Captain Peter Savage then members for making his year so enjoyable, the officially opened the AGM and asked that all section played a total of 56 competitions and members stand in memory of departed members matches with 139 members playing in the 2014 Alan Chambery, Colin Open and John Purcell. season, a record for this section. - 24 -
A friendly welcome awaits you at
Gosfield Lake Golf Club On the Lakes & Meadows Courses Designed by Sir Henry Cotton
Spring & Summer Societies 2015 Prices from £24 for lunch and golf Days tailor made to your requirements Choices available from coffee, bacon rolls, full English breakfast, lunches and dinners 18 or 27 holes of golf
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For further details please telephone:
Office 01787 474 747 Pro-Shop 01787 474 488 Email: gosfieldlakegc@btconnect.com Or visit our website: www.gosfield-lake-golf-club.co.uk Hall Drive, Gosfield, Halstead, Essex CO9 1SE
Brett Taylor is an experienced PGA Professional as both a coach and player. Based at Crondon Park Driving Range, Brett will tailor lessons to your individual needs, allowing you develop the skills to unlock your potential. If you’re serious about improving any area of you game, please contact Brett. T: 07885 785 570 E: info@bretttaylorgolf.com W: www.bretttaylorgolf.com
IMAGINE Y OUR WAY T O
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magination plays an important role in golf, especially around the green. If you want to improve your chipping and pitching skills, imagine and understand how the ball will react once it lands. This is a great drill to help you gain awareness of trajectory, speed and distance. 1. With 1 target in mind, place 3 landing spots between you and the hole. 2. From your hitting position throw 3 balls to your target, landing each ball as close to a different landing spot. This will give you a great image of trajectory,
speed and distance when chipping, helping you to select the correct club and shot. Repeat the drill, chipping your balls to the target and think about using different lofts of club. There are many factors which affect the speed and trajectory and distance, such as the path of club and attack angle. If you would like to learn more or gain advise on how you can improve I will be pleased to help.
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GREAT GOLF ALL YEAR SINCE 1922 For British golfers who do play through the winter months it can mean driving rain, ankle deep mud, temporary greens, woolly hats, mittens and waterproofs – and worst of all – the ‘Course Closed’ sign. Luckily, the winter golf course hasn’t landed on Thorpeness Golf Club. Here on the Suffolk Coast we enjoy some mighty good meteorology that makes us the perfect winter golf course: • One of the lowest average rainfall rates in the UK • Sandy quick drying soil • A location on a flat low lying coastal plain • Around two hours more sunshine per week than the rest of the UK
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT Thorpeness Professional Shop on 01728 454926 or email proshop@thorpeness.co.uk
www.thorpeness.co.uk
Thorpeness Golf Club & Hotel, Thorpeness, Aldeburgh, Suffolk IP16 4NH
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2 FOR 1 At Belhus Park Golf Club 9th - 12th April
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Bursary Days 2015
Currently recruiting for programmes starting September 2015 Have the chance to receive a bursary to attend the schools full time programme
Cheshire Bursary Day: 14th March Essex Bursary Day: 22nd March
Booking Essential Cheshire: 01829 733666 Essex: 01206 265834
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WINTER WARMER – 10/3-19/3 MARCH 2015 I night Dinner B&B 2 rounds of golf at St Omer, Wimereux, Le Touquet or Hardelot Tunnel Car + 4
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GOLF • CLUB
The Burstead golf club is a proprietary owned club that carries the values of a traditional members club where visitors and guests are made welcome.
Tye Common Road, Little Burstead, Billericay, Essex CM12 9SS info@thebursteadgolfclub.com
7 Day Annual Membership Now Only
£995 Limited available first 25 avoid £150 joining fee.
For further information on membership please contact Chris Nunn Director of Golf on
01277 631 171 chris.nunn@thebursteadgolfclub.com
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Smart Chick at Colchester Golf Club
England Golf Awards YOUNG VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR Recognising a young individual (male or female) who has shown outstanding dedication and contribution to the game within golf clubs, schools, counties, training schemes or any other programmes developing golf. Nominees must be under 18 on 27 February, 2015.
C
atherine Chick is now a multiple winner at Colchester Golf Club. Three weeks in a row, she has come out tops in the lady’s Tuesday competitions.
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR Recognising an individual (male or female) who has shown outstanding dedication and contribution to the game within golf clubs, schools, counties, training schemes or any other programmes developing golf. LIFETIME SERVICE AWARD Recognising an individual (male or female) who has contributed to the game over a sustained period of time with outstanding achievement and success. PARTICIPATION AWARD Recognising a group or individual who has made an outstanding contribution to increase the number of people who play golf regularly. MEMBERSHIP AWARD Recognising a group or individual who has made an outstanding contribution to increasing the number of players in club membership. MODERNISATION AWARD Recognising a group or individual who has made an outstanding contribution to changing the perception of golf and improving communications within the sport, leading to significant improvements in a club’s infrastructure and partnerships with other golfing organisations. TALENT PATHWAY AWARD Recognising a group or individual who has made an outstanding contribution to developing and strengthening links between club and county talent pathway to support talented young players. If you know someone who derseves an award nominate now. www.surveymonkey.com/s/EnglandGolfAwards2015
The first of her three victories she recorded 26 points, but as the weeks progressed so did her scores. The second week she racked up 29 points and this week she topped them all with 31 points. Albeit the ladies are playing a 14 hole course at the moment this is remarkable achievement. A comparatively new member. Chick, presently playing off 30 handicap, will undoubtedly see her handicap come tumbling down as the year progresses. It is worth noting that for the first two weeks of her run, five handicapper Cassie Cunningham followed her in with second place in both weeks. However, this week she was followed in by Penny Fairs (24) who had a solid 29 points with Cherie Clark (21) taking third spot.
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Prince’s Golf Club 27 holes of Championship Links
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Green Fees from
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To include 1 night Bed & Breakfast & 2 rounds of golf (based on 2 sharing a standard twin room) - The Lodge overlooking the links and the coast - 38 ensuite bedrooms - Range of bedrooms and comfortable apartments - 27 holes of Championship golf - Coffee and Bacon Roll served on arrival - Complimentary Prince’s Course Planner - 18 Holes of Championship Links Golf
Golfing Society Packages available 7 days a week
Contact Richard or Mark on:
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IS YOUR CURRENT CLUB NOT MOVING FORWARD? COME & SEE THE CHANGES BEING MADE AT THE WARREN GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
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TO BOOK PLEASE CALL 01245 223258 or email sales@thewarrenestate.co.uk t Fantastic t One
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The Warren Golf & Country Club, Woodham Walter, Nr Maldon, Essex, CM9 6RW Tel: 01245 223258 www.warrengolfclub.co.uk
Changing the Face of the Landscape at The Dorset Golf Resort!
W
hile the vast majority of the golfers have been hibernating over the winter, the oncourse team at The Dorset Golf Resort has been busy making key alterations for the 2015 season lying in wait. Many new paths and walkways have been created to take the typical wear the course experiences during the year. More trees have been planted to change the shape of a good few holes with many areas opened up improving the views and scenery around the course. The combination of these improvements really has changed the face of the Landscape at The Dorset Golf Resort for the better.
Another item on top of their list was some extra drainage work.This was done to ensure The Dorset will continue to stay open all year round as it has done for the past 2 years.Amazingly, it hasn’t closed for a single day due to bad weather! The work combined with last year's investment of over £125,000 on a brand-new buggy park & fleet have taken the Resort to a whole new level. The result of this hard work has meant aesthetically the course has never looked or played better at this time of the year. Contact the Resort on 01929 472 244 www.dorsetgolfresort.com
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Its FREE to advertise anything in Golf Mart, Tel: 01621 815 577 E-Mail:- info@essexgolfer.com Visit our live up to date golf mart page at www.essexgolfer.com FOR SALE: Kettler Stratos exercise cycle.Ex.condition. Cost new £399 accept £100 ono. 21 item digital display, eg.8 of these are time/speed/pulse rate/pulse recovery/calories/distance covered/brake force and ear clip. Manual with full instructions.Also for sale Ladies PowaKaddy delux golf bag.Black/pink. 14 individual full length dividers/ 9 storage pockets/ 2 full length apparel pockets with vent zips to rear. As new Cost £110 accept £35 ono. Many thanks Tel: 07776 230 590 or 01255 421 300. FOR SALE: Ping I20 – 3 wood with matching Ping head cover, regular shaft, great condition £60. Callaway Razr Fit driver, adjustable regular Callaway shaft with brand new grip, no tool or head over, great condition, few minor marks on the sole £60 Tel: 07966 249 564. FOR SALE: Ladies or would Junior Ladies Cleveland hybrid Hibore irons 5.to P/W ladies Cleveland driver £75 for both lots. Tel: 0208 505 0623 Woodford. FOR SALE: Ping i15 irons 3 to pw stiff shafts black dot £150. Big Bertha 2004 irons regular shaft 4 to sw £65 Tel: 01277 365 054. FOR SALE: Adams Redline Attas t2 graphite shaft irons 4to sw 4and 5 irons are super hybrid vgc £225.00 For sale Taylor made RBZ 3 wood hl Matrix Ozik R flex shaft £50.00 For sale Taylormade RBZ rescue R flex 19degree loft £50.00 For sale Odyssey white hot XG putter #9 £40.00 For sale Ping G10 driver R shaft 12degree loft £40.00 Tel: 07507 704 879. FOR SALE: Full set of Wilson Prostaff oversize irons 4 to S/W with new grips £35 Tel: John 07933 547 903.
FOR SALE: Full set of irons 3 to S/W Catalyst by Bob Troski with Ram carry bag. All new grips. £40 Tel: John 07933 547 903. FOR SALE: Ping i20 driver 10.5 degree £85, i20 3 wood £75, i20 5 woods £75, and 20 deg rescue club £65 or £250 offer for all 4 clubs. They are fitted with upgraded shafts Project X 5.5 (reg flex) and have head covers. Used but in good condition. Tel: 07885 786 008 or 01268 745 386 Rayleigh. FOR SALE: Taylormade “Nubbins” B11 putter; 34" with original grip; Soft rubberlike protuberances on face absorb energy of ball; good condition; Head Cover; Phone for more details; £20 ovno; Tel: 01277 654 506 (Billericay). FOR SALE: Nike Covert Tour driver, 440cc head, stiff flex shaft, new white golf pride tour wrap grip, fully adjustable loft 8-12 degrees, H/C and wrench inc, excellent condition all round. £80. Tel: 07403 445 646 Basildon/Pitsea. FOR SALE: Callaway FT-5 Driver 10.5 loft, RCH Firm graphite shaft, with original head cover – immaculate – £50.00. Cleveland XL270 Driver 10.5 loft, Miyazaki Regular graphite shaft, with original head cover – immaculate – £50.00. Tel: 01245 327 754 (SWF). FOR SALE: Callaway woods – rare collectables Bobby Jones commemorative. Hickory stick shafts, persimmon heads and original Callaway grips. No.1 Long Wood, No.3 1/2 Mid Wood and No.6 1/2 Short Wood. Good investment. £200.00. Tel: 01245 327 754 (SWF). WANTED: Electrical Golf Trolly Tel: 01702 467 562 Southend.
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FOR SALE: 1. Ping G15 Driver 10.5. Reg. shaft with draw bias. Right handed. Good condition £50. 2. Callaway Big Bertha Heaven Wood 17 deg. loft. Right handed. £25. 3. Macgregor 10.5 with draw bias right handed. reg shaft. £40. 4.Your chance to buy a sought after Copenhagen trolley bag. It has individual divider slots which prevents the clubs from moving about. When I bought it wasn't possible to buy in this country but I was lucky and found this on ebay. It's in very good condition and I will accept £50. 5. Ram FX9 carry bag. Hardly used and so in very good condition. Tel: 01277 632 400 Billericay. FOR SALE: John Daly signature series forged driver 10 deg. mid firm graphite shaft with lamkin midsize grip vgc £20. Ram hybrid 18 deg reg graphite shaft £10. John Letters forged sand wedge 56/12 [loft/bounce] vgc £15/. Tel: 07971 404 525 Woodford. FOR SALE: Big Bertha X12 3 iron Rifle Shaft good mint condition £10. Cobra mens driver 9 degree Stiff shaft good condition £10. Mens Golf Shoes wanted any colour, size 13½ WIDE FIT pay up to £25.Tel: Andy 07875 743 286. FOR SALE: Powakaddy Twinline push/pull golf trolley, complete with hedgehog wheel covers and umbrella holder – vgc - £45 Tel: 07971 937 475. FOR SALE: Callaway Big Bertha Alpha 2014 model. Mint condition regular shaft 10.5 degree. Includes headcover, wrench and instructions £100. Tel: 07475 067 043. FOR SALE: Callaway x 2 Hot Driver 2014 R/H Reg Flex 10.5 deg with Head Cover and Wrench Tool as new condition £75.00 ono, Tel: 01702 352 460 Westcliff-on-Sea.
The Notleys Golf Club
Black Notley, Essex 01376 329328
JOINT/FAMILY MEMBERSHIP OFFER
When one adult member joins (£625, 7days or £475, 5 days), their spouse will receive FREE membership in same category and any child under 16 will receive 50% reduction. Anybody taking up this offer must pay appropriate golf union fee. SOCIETY OFFER: 27 holes of golf, ham egg & chips: £19.95 weekdays or £24.99 weekends. see our website for other offers including FOOTGOLF on our 9 hole course.
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If you are an “experienced” Gentleman, Lady or Junior golfer who are new to the area or thinking of changing where you play your golf we would like to welcome you to take part in one of our Open Days being held on Thursday 26th March, Friday 27th March, Saturday 28th March and Sunday 29th March 2015. Our Captain extends his warm welcome to you. Give us the opportunity to showcase what we have on offer – FREE OF CHARGE Enjoy our arrival hospitality of refreshments and a bacon sandwich. Then play 18 holes on one of the most renowned and long established golf courses in Essex and perhaps a tour of our historical clubhouse. To register your interest and book your hosted tee time please contact Ivor A Finer Membership and Marketing Manager on 01702 544302 or email ivor@rhgc.co.uk For dress code and further information visit our web-site www.rhgc.co.uk Prizes each day donated by Lancaster Mercedes Benz – Southend We look forward to hosting you on your chosen day. - 37 -
Denise van Outen’s Romantic Valentine’s Weekend in Luxury Lodge at Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa
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ctress, singer, TV & radio presenter and Strictly Come Dancing star, Denise Van Outen chose to return to her favourite lodge at the family-owned Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa for her Valentine’s weekend with boyfriend Eddie Boxshall and two close friends. Having loved her stay in the lodges when she played in the Ladies European Tour Access Series Pro Am last October, Denise booked to return for two nights for a packed Valentines itinerary at this renowned award-winning golf and spa resort, situated in beautiful Constable Country on the Suffolk/Essex border. Arriving Friday evening, the new guest Eastenders actress and friends enjoyed a sumptuous dinner in the hotel’s Two AA Rosette Lakes Restaurant with family director Tamara
Unwin and husband Stephen. Denise had been interviewed on the red carpet the night before for the Premier of 50 Shades of Grey, but despite 3 hours sleep looked as stunning as ever in an elegant short black dress with sky high heels. After a photoshoot in the lodges on Saturday morning Denise teed off on the Gainsborough course for a relaxed round of golf with her friends. She only took up the game last year and is already looking impressive on the course, showing a natural swing and aptitude. A fun Rasul Mud Therapy Experience after her golf – one of the most popular treatments in the hotel’s Peake Spa – provided Denise and her singer/songwriter friend Cozi Costi with much hilarity. On Valentine’s night Denise and friends enjoyed a special romantic champagne candlelit dinner in the Lakes Restaurant. She was so impressed by the excellent quality of the food that she wanted to thank Executive Head Chef Alan Paton and his talented team personally – and surprised him by walking into the kitchen to order her own dessert and
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Denise in the spacious open plan lounge of their lodge at Stoke by Nayland.
asking him to do a selfie with her. The delighted and startled Chef was very happy to oblige! After dinner Denise and friends joined hotel family owners Tamara Unwin and Susanna Rendall and their guests in the Devora Suite and quickly got into the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party theme for the hotel’s Valentine’s Ball, dancing the night away to popular live band, Juke Box Fury. Denise shared several photos of her fun weekend with her 600,000 or so twitter followers, commenting “Best Valentines weekend of golf, dinner and dancing with Cozicosti, Eddieboxshall and Dunc at Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa”. Her stay was also featured in the Mail on Sunday the next day. She later said “We literally had the best time. We had a really fun day followed by a lovely meal in the evening. We met some great people and it was everything we wanted it to be. The lodges are amazing and we felt like we had our own space and we could really enjoy the weekend.” Hotel director Tamara Unwin said “We were thrilled that Denise and Eddie decided to come to Stoke by Nayland for their first Valentine’s weekend together and that they had the opportunity to enjoy all the facilities on offer here. We believe that the seclusion, luxury and comfort of the lodges together with the excellent dining, golf and spa facilities at the hotel provide a unique winning combination for anyone needing to escape for a romantic fun-filled break, and we are really delighted that they had such a great time”. For more information about Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf & Spa and Country Lodges visit www.stokebynayland.com or call 01206 262 836. - 39 -
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GOLF ETIQUETTE Some people may be asking, “Why would I need a book about correct conduct? I know how to behave myself.” Although integrity and fairness are an excellent basis, good manners alone are not enough in golf. A certain amount of specific knowledge is essential, especially in the light of the dangers involved in sport. Furthermore, golf also involves social conventions that are not based directly on accepted behaviour patterns. The etiquette is just as important as the rules of play and it ensures that all players can enjoy their game as much as possible. This book does not claim to cover every single issue but it does contain everything you need to know in order to be welcomed at virtually every course in the world. However, please bear in mind that the etiquette may very slightly from club to club. Therefore find out about the Local Rules in advance, follow all the instructions and heed the information on the notice boards.You will then be a welcome guest and playing partner on any course – irrespective of your ability level.
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Society of EssexGolf Club Captains I
would like to announce that our 60th Annual Dinner will be held at a new venue on Friday 20th March, the new venue being Boreham House, Main Road, Boreham. All past and present captains are welcome to attend with friends for a really enjoyable evening. The Guest Speaker is Barry Williams, an excellent speaker and comedian. It is usual for all clubs to arrange tables of 10 for their Members and friends. Numbers are limited to 350, first come first served. tommywalker@essexcaptains.co.uk - 41 -
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Foods to boost your mood naturally.
Spring is rapidly approaching and the golf clubs are coming out! Work on both physical and mental performance as you make more time to undertake more physical activity, particularly golf. With this in mind aim to consume more foods to enhance your mood, boost serotonin and promote endorphins. Certain foods naturally enhance feel good chemicals and hormones which can further improve both vitality, perspective and golfing performance …
Chocolate
Fish
Salmon/Tuna/Sardines/rainbow trout. Omega 3, fatty acids in fish are associated with lower risk of depression
Saffron
Due to the bioflavonoids and endorphins you will fell less moody – always add a protein (eg brazil nuts, almonds particularly)
Enhances feel good hormones and also aids PMS.
Carbohydrates
Coconut
Slow release varieties e.g. porridge or mesa sunrise or with chopped nuts and fresh fruit (which improve anti-oxidants too)
Suppresses fight or flight, enhances alertness but soothes our response to stress.
Fruit and Vegetables
Tea
Anti-oxidants in fruit and veg. Antioxidants in fruits and vegetables can naturally raise Vitamin C Levels which your body thinks is caffeine!
Theanine boosts both attention and focus.
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Essex County News www.essexgolfunion.org
Annual General Meeting The Annual General Meeting of the Essex Golf Union was held at Upminster Golf Club on Thursday 5th February and 22 affiliated Clubs were represented, by 58 attendees It was formally announced that after many years of hard work, Philip Kirkham was standing down as Company Secretary/Treasurer and he was presented by John Peters with a small gift as recognition of his years of service. Philip will no longer be on the Board but will still be actively involved in Course Ratings as a co-opted Official. Bryan Sinden (Chingford) was welcomed as the new Company Secretary/Treasurer. Mike Hart (Colchester) was voted on as the new President for the next two years with Roger Walmsley (Upminster) as the new President-Elect. David Edwards (Royal Epping Forest), Stephen Golding (Abridge), John Peters (Woodford) and Tom Whyte (Channels) were re-elected as Directors. Alexander Woodward had to be re-elected as he had changed his Home club from Orsett to Boyce Hill and Andrew Taylor (Boyce Hill) was welcomed as a new Director. The Minutes of the Meeting are distributed to all our Affiliated Clubs.
President’s Address I am very proud to be taking on the role of President of Essex Golf Union for 2015 and 2016. I have been an active member of the County Executive and the Board of Directors for around fifteen years. Much of my experience has been in Grass Roots and Player Development, which I have thoroughly enjoyed. I would like to thank the outgoing President John Peters who has given total commitment during his two years and has led the County players and teams at all ages into considerable success at inter-county and national level. I also wish to thank Phil Kirkham who now stands down after several years of excellent work as Hon Treasurer and Company Secretary. Phil has played a major part in moving us forward as a Limited Company, which leaves us well prepared for the future. I am delighted to welcome Bryan Sinden into this role having shadowed Phil for the past twelve months. My intentions for the next two years are to leave well alone in our core business of top quality competitions and championships although there may be some fine tuning in response to our affiliated clubs occasional requests for change, these coming through good communications and listening to our clubs. We are well aware of the current problems of declining membership that faces golf clubs today.The current annual rate of decline in Essex last year being 2% compared to 5.2% nationally. This trend has continued for several years and shows signs of accelerating, which poses a serious threat to the future of club golf in the UK as we know it.While the County Golf Partnerships (CGP’s) are tasked and funded through England Golf and Sport England to increase participation and club membership in England, this is not succeeding. At the same time
Mike Hart.
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Essex County News www.essexgolfunion.org England Golf and County Unions /Associations along with CGP’s produce strategy plans and action plans, the real solution lies with clubs making changes but not devaluing their offer. From my observations reading Essex Golfer, it is clear that Essex Clubs are taking action and in many cases having considerable success in recruiting new members, but are there new golfers among them? or are they current members following the best deals. As President of the Essex Golf Union I would like to support our affiliated clubs in working together to grow golf participation and club membership in our county. My starting point in this is that we plan to hold a conference on the 18 November 2015 the title being “Growing Golf In Essex” at this event speakers will include David Joy CEO of England Golf and a the CEO of a National Bank as keynote speakers. Clubs with a story to tell will be invited to present at the conference.We also hope to include a speaker representing another sport currently enjoying increasing national participation. From this conference I hope that we as county and clubs can develop ideas together. So my last message is watch this space and register your interest in attending through our Essex Golf Union website and I look forward to meeting many of you through the next two years of enjoyable golf events. For up-to-date County golf news and forthcoming fixtures please visit the EGU website, find us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.
Wanstead Golf Club Update
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ith the weather warming up preparation for the Essex Open Pre Qualifier is taking shape. The green keepers have been up against the elements with the recent rain, but have stated with a few dry days should be able to get the course prepared for this tournament on 24th March. Any low handicap Essex golfers who wish to participate please contact Wanstead Pro Shop on the contact details listed. The Essex Open and Pro Am will take place on 13th and 14th May. In terms of club events the annual opener the Shamrock Trophy takes place around St Patricks Day and provides a great days entertainment, as well our re introduced Stewards Cup Team event which means every society group within the club gets to triumph over all the other groups and own the club bragging rights for the year ahead.
With these events coming up the course will begin to take shape and should play fantastic on any Spring Day. A great time for any Essex golfers who hold a county card to come and play Wanstead Golf Club. We Look forward to welcoming you all to our course in 2015. Titleist PRO V1 Special. order 3 dozen and get 4th free price for 4 dozen is £120 any orders taken will receive additional weathersoft glove. TRADE IN SPECIALS. Special Cobra 2015 offer FLY Z Driver Blue/Orange/White/Black £179 with any branded Callaway/PING Driver Traded In. Special Odyssey Putter Offer. All White and Black Vice Versa Putters £59 with any Branded PING/Odyssey Putter Traded In.
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The PGA in Essex
Secretary: Colin Reynolds pgainessex@yahoo.co.uk
Tel: 0771 3926 108 www.pga.info
Aldeburgh Pro-Event A rare still day greeted the PGA in Essex on our visit to the delightful but difficult Aldeburgh course which has a very stiff par of 68 with no par fives. Experienced Sean Carter from Epping Golf Club showed the way by shooting level par which was good enough to take the spoils by one shot from comparative youngster Chris Goddard of Romford Golf Club. Third place
on two-over was shared by Mark Baker from Colchester Golf Club and Robbie Coles from Maylands. Carter put his win down to a complete overhaul of his game and many hours of practice with new equipment. Second place for Chris Goddard was enough to take him to the top of the Order of Merit ahead of four others sharing second place.
Orsett Betterball The fastest greens we have encountered all year combined with a strong wind made conditions at Orsett Golf Club quite tricky. Despite this the scores were very respectable and were headed by the professional/amateur partnership of Mark Stokes from Rayleigh Golf Range and his partner David Carne who came home with 43 stableford points. In the all professional category the ‘hot’ partnership of Jason Levermore from Channels Golf Club and Mark Davis from Thorndon Park lived up to their pre-tournament favouritism by combining to produce 42 points. This was good enough to win by one point from Andy Shakespear of The Warren Golf Club and Marc Dodd from Totally Golf. The all amateur category was won by the veteran partnership of Ken Richardson and Colin Reynolds from Thorndon Park. Mark Davis Jason Levermore
Mark Stokes
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Gog Magog Pro-Am Despite an awful weather forecast, clear skies and light winds greeted the field for the visit to Gog Magog this year. The player to take full advantage of the conditions was Robbie Coles from Maylands Golf Club who recorded seven birdies and no dropped shots in a stunning 63.This was good enough to win by four shots from James Webber of Three Rivers Golf and Country Club and Paul Grotier from Essex Golf and Country Club. In fourth place with a very creditable 68 was Ed Glease from Frinton Golf Club. The Pro-Am was won by the team from Essex Golf and Country Club with professional Paul Grotier and amateurs Don Cutmore and Mick Cousins on countback from the team with James Webber both teams coming in with 82 stableford points. The result moves James Webber and Robbie Coles jointly to the lead in the PGA in Essex 2015 Order of Merit.
Upcoming Events On Tuesday March 3rd we will be visiting Burnham on Crouch Golf Club for the first time in many years and have an excellent field of nearly 100 players. An interesting course which is always in first class condition and can be very tricky if the wind blows off the Crouch estuary. The following week we will be paying our annual
Clacton-on-Sea Seniors
Members preparing to putt on Clacton’s 16th green.
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lacton-on-Sea Golf Club’s Seniors section played their “Three Club’s and a Putter” competition on a bright pleasant Monday morning. Overnight rain insured that the course was very wet, despite the best efforts of Head Greenkepper Alan Smith and his staff, a large field of seniors participated in this popular event. The winner was Keith Potter with 39 stableford points, in second place was Allan Clarke with 38 points on countback from in third-place Doug Nichols also with 38 points, in fourth place was the Seniors Vice-Captain Tony Burnside with 37 points and in fifth place was John Crick with 36 points.
Burnham on Crouch Golf Club
visit to the pristine Toot Hill Golf Club, always a popular venue and eagerly anticipated by our members and amateur teams. We then start the build up to our flagship event the 95th Essex Open which will be hosted by Wanstead Golf Club. The pre-qualifier will take place on Tuesday March 24th and entries are open now to professionals and low handicap amateurs, contact the PGA in Essex by e-mail, text or phone. Entries close on March 17th so act now to secure your place.
Bob Baggerlley, Past Captain Malcolm Taylor and Derek Woodrow on the first tee at Clacton Golf Club ready for their round in the Seniors, three clubs and a putter competition.
Clacton-on-Sea Golf Club’s Ladies played their Six Up Stableford competition over 13 holes on Tuesday morning. The winner was Jackie Bright with a good score of 31 points on countback from in second place Pam Richmond also with 31 points, in third place was Maxine Baker with 30 points.
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Sarah Bennett Golf Come and visit Sarah at Three Rivers Golf & Country Club and learn from a Ladies European Tour & PGA Qualified Professional. Sarah has over 20 years of experience in the industry, a former +4 hcp player, one of the lowest handicap’s achieved in the UK. Sarah was one of a select few British players to win the Moria Smyth Salver (low amateur Women’s British Open). A certified TPI Junior L2 Fitness Instructor and Jim Hardy Plane Truth Certified Instructor Sarah coaches players new to the game, through to County and the Professional ranks. She is delighted to pass on her first-hand experience to guide and assist her clients with course management techniques incorporating the mental side with her specific qualification. Lessons available with Sarah: 07719 617 349 E: SarahBennettGolf@gmail.com Sign up for Sarah Bennett Golf Blog www.GolfingGirl.co.uk / www.sarahbennettgolf.blogspot.co.uk
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HOW IS YOUR
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nfortunately, many of us do not realize the importance our balance plays during a round of golf. As a Coach, it is apparent by the swing how effective the player's balance is upon completion of the follow through. A well “balanced posture and in swing” is a key to assist the body to produce maximum power producing a controlled sequence of movements. An average club golfer, 6 iron club head speed is in the region of 55 mph- 78 mph if our balance is not correctly positioned at address we will have to make compensations during the swing causing inconsistencies and off centred strikes. Balance from a medical perspective can often
deteriorate through our natural ageing process but can be affected by a range of neurological disorders or other conditions. We can assist and manage our balance with some simplistic exercises to aid the neurological connections between our brain, ears and eyes, which can be carried out as a stand-alone programme or part of an exercise action plan. Set up position: It is favourable to have the weight positioned on the balls of our feet for a standard flat lie. This distribution alters constantly during a round of golf to accommodate awkward and sloping lies.
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Many of us do not have an awareness of our weight distribution so why not try this short drill to assist with the feeling. 1. Set up and shift the majority of your weight towards your toe’s Fig 1.
“Neutral” set up Fig 3.
3. Slowly feel the weight move towards the centre of both of your feet.You should feel steady and “rock” solid and in a balanced position Fig 3.
Weight on toe's Fig 1.
2. From this position rock backwards gently without falling over! Moving your weight to your heel’s Fig 2.
4. You should feel in a sturdy solid position with approximately 50% of weight equally distributed between each foot for an iron shot. This starting position will help hugely to make a controlled balanced back swing where the weight will start to shift towards the right foot which facilitates the downswing movement. A good swing thought or “feel” is to try to maintain constant pressure into the ground during the swing.
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Billericay Golfers Take Prestigious National Pairs Title in Morocco
Steve Adkins and Robert Turner.
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n amateur golfing duo from Billericay has won the prestigious national senior pairs title at the grand final of the Morocco Matchplay, powered by HowDidiDo. Two-handicapper Steve Adkins and Robert Turner, a five-handicapper, who are club-mates at Stock Brook Manor GC – played five rounds of matchplay golf in Morocco to secure the title, winning three and halving the other two. A delighted Adkins, 52, said: “It’s been a fantastic week. To go out at this time of year to play golf in this weather on great courses, it’s been tremendous. We improved as the week went on and today, on the Red Course, was our best round. It’s superb here; it’s much greener than I imagined. The weather has been fantastic for this time of year and they’re really friendly people, very hospitable. “My caddy was a six-handicapper himself. He got everything right; always gave me the correct club for the shot – and I lost my best Carnoustie hat to him too, as he asked for it,” he laughed. Turner, 58, added: “At £25 entry fee it’s certainly money well spent, fantastic value.And we'll be back
competing this year trying to retain the title. It'll be good watching the course when it’s on the European Tour next year. We can remember the holes and watch as they drive it 100 yards past where we landed ... off the back tees! “The caddies were absolutely brilliant. How they read the lines on these greens I’ve no idea. We trusted them and they got us over the line.”
Chelmsford Golfer Just Loses Out in Quest for Prestigious Title
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n amateur Chelmsford golfer just missed out, with his partner, in an attempt to win a prestigious national pairs title at the grand final of the 2014 Morocco Matchplay, powered by HowDidiDo. Ross Ranson, 53, an 11-handicapper who plays his golf at Crondon Park GC, was joined by his friend Keith Finlay, from Surrey, as they played five
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rounds of matchplay golf in Morocco, winning two matches to finish third – behind winners Robert Turner and Steve Adkins from Billericay – in the grand final of the senior pairs. Yet, despite not securing the title, the duo thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Ranson said: “I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the week. The first course was a good course to open on and these two courses (at Royal Dar Essalam) are fabulous – and playing them twice is quite nice. I've
really enjoyed it. The weather’s been great: cool when it starts and then gets quite nice and warm. It’s a lot better than being at home.” And Finlay added: “There were some good courses and it’s great to play a course which is going back on to the European Tour. I think you definitely consider Morocco as a golf destination along with the other winter venues. Trying out new things is all part of being a golfer.”
Ross Ranson and Keith Finlay.
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hey all enjoyed complimentary return flights to Morocco; six-nights’ accommodation at the stunning, five-star L’Amphitrite Palace hotel, in Skhirat; and five rounds of golf, at both the prestigious Royal Golf Dar Essalam, which hosted the last Moroccan Open in 2001 and returns to the Tour in 2016, and the Tony Jacklin Casablanca. The trip to the grand final was reward for their efforts in battling through local rounds and a regional final during 2014, in a competition open to any golfer who is a member of an affiliated club with an officially recognised handicap. They were just two of 30 golfers from across the UK who qualified for the grand final, which featured four competitions: singles, pairs, mixed pairs and senior pairs, for those aged 50 or more. HowDidiDo's database now holds in excess of 21 million rounds of golf along with the handicaps, results and scores of more than 1,300,000 UK golf club members. It is now arguably the largest and most up-to-date database of golfers in Europe. What's more, the brand is also the driving force behind two of the best supported amateur golf events in the UK: the annual Titleist Order of Merit - the largest golf event of its kind in the country – and the Morocco Matchplay (formerly the HowDidiDo National Matchplay Championship). www.howdidido.com | www.moroccomatchplay.co.uk - 51 -
Disabled Golf Events 2015 T
he Disabled Golf Association has unveiled an exciting event line-up for 2015 at some top venues around the country. Highlights include the ‘Race to Burhill’ playing at 7 BGL courses, the first 3 in each will qualify for the final at the prestigious Burhill Golf Club in Surrey, a visit to Brocket Hall in June and the Golf Trust Open at the Shire in July. We are delighted to have Mark James as our Patron. Graeme Robertson, events co-ordinator “Our main focus is on golf as a therapy and for rehabilitation, but that's not to say there isn't some stiff competition.We had a very successful 2014, our sincere thanks have to go for the support from Captains Charities around the country, so we can carry out providing an opportunity for all kinds of disabled people to enjoy golf for competition, and the all important 19th hole. Going to clubs who are genuinely interested in what we do makes a world of difference. We will be running an order of merit with places up for grabs for Team England to play for The Oldfield Trophy against Wales at The Vale in September.”
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2015 Confirmed Events Tuesday 7th July - Pyrford, Surrey www.pyrfordgolf.co.uk Thursday 16th July - Sand Martins, Berks www.sandmartins.com Thursday 23rd July - Kingsdown, Wilts www.kingsdowngolfclub.co.uk
ENGLAND EVENTS (BGL - Race to Burhill) Friday 6th March - Hurtmore, Surrey hurtmore-golf.co.uk Friday 13th March - Bondhay, Notts www.bondhaygolfclub.com Friday 20th March - Birchwood Park Kent (BGL) www.birchwoodparkgc.co.uk Friday 27th March - Thornbury, Bristol (BGL) www.thornburygc.co.uk
Friday 7th August - Ramsdale Park, Notts (BGL) www.ramsdaleparkgc.co.uk Friday 14th August - Hoebridge, Surrey (BGL) www.hoebridgegc.co.uk Thursday 20th August - Bromsgrove, Worcs www.bromsgrovegolfcentre.com
Friday 10th April - Mid Yorks,Yorkshire www.midyorkshiregolfclub.com Monday 13th April - Denton, Manchester www.dentongolfclub.com Friday 24th April - The Bristol www.bristolgolfclub.co.uk Thursday 30th April - Oulton Hall,Yorks www.qhotels.co.uk/our-locations/oulton-hall/golf
Friday 4th September - Wycombe Heights (BGL) www.wycombeheightsgc.co.uk
Friday 1st May - Cams Hall, Hampshire www.camshallgolf.co.uk Friday 8th May - The Shropshire (BGL) www.theshropshire.co.uk Thurs 14th May - South Bucks, Bucks www.thesouthbuckinghamshire.co.uk Friday 15th May - Thorne, South Yorks www.thornegolf.co.uk Thursday 21st May - Canons Brook, Essex www.canonsbrook.com Friday 29th May - Glen Gorse, Leicestershire www.glengorsegolfclub.co.uk
WEEKENDS
Monday 1st June - Brocket Hall, Herts www.brocket-hall.co.uk/golf Friday 12th June - Tytherington, Cheshire www.thetytheringtonclub.com Friday 12th June - Cobtree Manor, Kent www.mytimeactive.co.uk/golf/centres/ cobtree-manor-park Thursday 18th June - Abbey Hill, Bucks (BGL) www.abbeyhillgc.co.uk Friday 26th June - Ingon Manor, Warwicks www.ingonmanor.co.uk Monday 29th June - Rivenhall Oaks, Essex www.rivenhalloaksgolf.com Wednesday 1st July - Paultons, Hampshire www.paultonsgolf.co.uk Tuesday 7th July - Rudding Park,Yorkshire www.ruddingpark.co.uk/golf
SPECIAL EVENTS Monday 27th July - Golf Trust Disabled Open, The Shire, London www.theshirelondon.com Sunday/Monday 13th/14th September International - Wales v England, The Vale, South Wales www.vale-hotel.com Friday 23rd October - Race to Burhill final (BGL) Burhill, Surrey www.burhillgolf-club.co.uk Friday/Saturday 9th/10th October - Bicester, Oxfordshire www.bicesterhotelgolfandspa.com
WELSH EVENTS Friday 10th April - Green Meadows, Gwent www.greenmeadowgolf.com Monday 20th April - Alice Springs, Monmouthshire www.alicespringsgolfclub.co.uk Wednesday 13th May - Wernduu, Abergavenny www.wernddu-golf-club.co.uk Tuesday 26th May - St.Mellons, Cardiff www.stmellonsgolfclub.co.uk Monday 8th June - Bryn Meadows, Caerphilly www.brynmeadows.co.uk/bryn-meadows-golf-hotel-spa Monday 22nd June - Coed-y-Mwstwr, Bridgend www.coed-y-mwstwr.co.uk Monday 13th July - Gower, Swansea www.gowergolf.co.uk Monday 27th July - Peterstone Lakes, Cardiff www.peterstonelakes.co.uk Tues/Wed 11th/12th August - Wales Open. The Vale www.vale-hotel.com/Golf Monday 24th August - Cottrell Park, Cardiff www.cottrellpark.com
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PING Unveils New Rhapsody Family for Ladies 2015
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ame-changing innovation and expanded custom-fitting opportunities provided the inspiration for PING’s newest ladies line. The Rhapsody women’s products showcase PING’s primary point of difference: its ability to make measurable performance gains without sacrificing any important attributes. Rhapsody clubs for women are engineered for slower swing speeds. Beginning today, the product line can be pre-ordered at PING-authorised golf shops around the world. “Based on our studies of women’s swing dynamics, we engineered the Rhapsody Series with a lighter overall system mass, higher lofts and optimised lengths,” John Solheim said. “As a result, women will have an easier time getting the ball airborne and hitting it straight, and that’s going to improve performance and inspire confidence.”
Rhapsody Women’s Hybrid/Iron Set This blended set combines easy-to-hit hybrids and high-launching, forgiving perimeter-weighted irons to optimise distance control and gapping. The stainless steel irons and hybrids offer lighter overall system mass for generating clubhead speed, ball velocity and distance, especially from slower swing speeds. In the irons, an elastomer cavity badge ensures a soft yet solid feel. Slightly longer shafts and stronger lofts optimise trajectory, distance, and gapping. In the hybrids, the face is thin to generate faster ball speeds for greater distance. A low-back centre of gravity promotes higher launch and elevates the MOI for increased forgiveness and accuracy. Rhapsody Women’s Putters The Rhapsody putters feature the nextgeneration of True-Roll Technology grooves that vary in width and depth for unmatched distance control and predictable ball speeds, even when the putt is struck toward the heel or toe. Perimeter weighting in the 17-4 stainless steel heads and a well-balanced geometry have made the B60, Anser 2 and Craz-E models among the most successful, enduring designs in PING’s history. www.ping.com
Rhapsody Women’s Driver To generate longer drives, the Rhapsody adjustable driver offers a lighter total system mass and a pearl-colored 460cc head that is centrifugally cast, which allowed us to optimise the CG and increase the MOI for greater accuracy. The thin face helps maximise ball speed for adding distance. Turbulators in the crown of the Ti 8-1-1 head reduce aerodynamic drag, leading to increased clubhead speed and ball velocity. Turbulators also help frame the ball at address for improved alignment. Heel weighting promotes head rotation to square the face for consistently solid impact. - 54 -
Step into the Next Big Thing with HyperflexTM From Footjoy
New e-Series Balls Launched by Bridgestone Golf
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ridgestone Golf, the No. 1 ball-fitting brand, is introducing a brand new range of e-Series balls that combine its previous dimple technology with a revolutionary WEB pattern to deliver a more penetrating flight and extra distance. The distinctive WEB Dimple Technology is the predominant feature on the new balls, with 226 unique dimples to maximise surface coverage combining with 110 Dual Dimples for consistent ball flight. The new dimple configuration in the latest e-5, e-6 and e-7 balls produces 10% more surface coverage than previous models to retain ball speed for a sustained period after launch. It also helps to create an impressive flight trajectory at the ball’s highest speed mark and maintain lift as its velocity declines. Golfers looking for higher flight trajectory are encouraged to use the e-5 ball, while the e-6 is designed to provide straighter flight and the e-7 a more penetrating ball flight. The new version of the top-selling e-6 threepiece ball is the softest Multi-layer golf ball on the market, with a soft core for lower spin and straighter flight. Featuring a softer suryln cover, the e-6 is set to push the distance barriers for golfers looking to eradicate hooks and slices from their game. The popular e-6 ball is available in white, orange and optic yellow. The latest e-5 two-piece model has a faster spin rate for higher flight, while the e-7 ball offers explosive pace and a piercing flight with a speedenhancing three-piece construction. www.bridgestonegolf.co.uk
ootJoy introduces HYPERFLEX™, the most distinctive footwear category in its history. Featuring innovative materials, like the new FlexGrid™ exoskeleton, HYPERFLEX delivers lightweight support and cushioning, enabling golfers to play at their highest level. The most striking feature of the new HYPERFLEX golf shoe is the upper. Most athletic shoes are constructed with soft, mesh upper materials that are ideal for running and activities that don’t require a great deal of lateral movement. However, for FJ’s research & development team, the key was to keep those comfort qualities in place but also deliver the support, stability and waterproof characteristics required for golf. Through extensive testing, this balance was achieved utilising a material never before used in golf shoes, called FlexGrid. The FlexGrid exoskeleton is strong enough to keep the foot from rolling laterally during the golf swing but also conforms to the foot and allows it to flex. The base layer that supports the exoskeleton consists of a tight-knit, lightweight, soft, flexible, waterproof mesh, which allows for maximum comfort, breathability, flexibility and airflow. The combined layers produce a golf shoe that wraps the foot in the comfort you expect from an athletic shoe with the additional support of a high-performance golf shoe. “Our designers have carried out research in civil engineering and construction to create the distinguishing aesthetics of HYPERFLEX which are also fundamental to its performance,” said Doug Robinson, FootJoy Vice President of Design and Development Worldwide. “Every area of this shoe has been carefully considered, incorporating exceptional craftsmanship and innovative componentry to create an incredibly flexible and lightweight, yet stable, platform from which to swing.” Availability: March 2015 www.footjoy.com
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THE ROTARY CLUB OF INGATESTONE
EIGHTEENTH CHARITY GOLF DAY for MEN presents the
W YO UR OKKNNOOW GGEETTTTO MICHAEL VANDENBERG
Sponsored by M.W.Beer & Co. Ltd, Ingatestone
www.rcoicgd.co.uk in support of
Michael Vandenberg is the Head Professional at Rochford Hundred Golf Club.
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MONDAY 1ST JUNE at MAYLANDS GOLF CLUB, ROMFORD
Favourite golf course you have ever played? TPC Sawgrass – The Home of The Players Championship.
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coffee, Bacon roll & reGIsTraTIon from 11.00 a.m.
Best golfing tip you have ever received? Keep your body rotating when hitting a chip shot, this keeps the club moving and helps avoid mishitting those types of shot.
Tee off ... shoTGUn start at 12:30.
The competition will be an 18 hole stableford (24max.hcp.) Team event, best three scores per hole to count.
The golfer you admire most? Ernie Els. Most embarrassing golfing moment? I fell asleep waiting on a tee during a Pro-Am and had to be woken up by one of my team members, it was a long wait!! I did shoot a decent score though.
It will also incorporate an Individual event, (under 19hcp and 19+), nearest the pins, hole in one, longest drive, and other hole prizes!
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Which 3 other people would be in your favourite fourball? Tiger Woods (2000), Bubba Watson and my Dad.
eVenInG from 6.30 Pm ... TWo coUrse meal with coffee and mints PrIZe PresenTaTIon ... from 7.30 p.m. raffle/Tombola
COST for the day ... Still
Best round of golf ever? 62 (-8) around Tandridge Golf Club. How long have you been a PGA professional? Since 2003.
only £60
you can download a GOLF APPLICATION FORM and print-out the form, from the Website: www.rcoicgd.co.uk
What is your favourite meal? A really good Steak and glass of red wine. What career would you have choosen if not a golf pro? I was only ever going to be a Professional Golfer.
Or apply directly by 7th May 2015
to Barry Turner, 17 Saltcote Maltings, Heybridge, CM9 4QP email: baturner17@sky.com
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Clarke Ryder Cup Appointment to Deliver Golf Tourism Boost to Ireland
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ourism Ireland has welcomed the appointment of Darren Clarke as Europe’s new Ryder Cup captain for 2016 and believes the decision will greatly enhance its continued ability to promote Ireland as a world-class golf destination. Clarke, one of Tourism Ireland’s golf ambassadors alongside world number one Rory McIlroy, Graeme McDowell, Padraig Harrington and Paul McGinley, was confirmed in the role by the European Tour ystdy/Wed Feb 18 to lead Europe’s Ryder Cup defence at Hazeltine National in Minnesota, USA, from September 30 to October 2, 2016. The 46-year-old will be the second Irishman in succession to captain Europe after McGinley led the continent to its eighth victory in 10 meetings against America last September, and Niall Gibbons, CEO of Tourism Ireland, believes his appointment can provide an additional boost to golf tourism across the island. Gibbons said: “Congratulations to Darren Clarke on being named Europe’s new Ryder Cup captain. This is wonderful news indeed – with Darren following in the footsteps of one of our other great golf ambassadors, Paul McGinley. “This honour reminds golfers everywhere that the island of Ireland truly is the ‘Home of Champions’ – presenting Tourism Ireland with an invaluable opportunity to highlight the island of Ireland as a world-class golf destination to prospective golf holidaymakers around the world. We wish Darren every success as Europe’s new Ryder Cup captain.” Latest figures show that the economic impact of golf tourism in Ireland has risen to £33million, up from £27million, and promoting Ireland as a leading global golf destination will be a major focus for Tourism Ireland in Britain and other key worldwide markets in 2015. The organisation has launched an extensive programme of promotions to help deliver its aim this year, and at the heart of the promotional activity will be the 2015 Irish Open, which will take place at Royal County Down from May 2831.
It will be the first time in 75 years that the event has been played at the historic links venue in Newcastle, Co. Down, and the tournament is set to attract global attention, with home favourite McIlroy set to lead a star-studded field of worldclass stars. Golf is the world’s largest sports-related travel market and Tourism Ireland is committed to promoting the message that a golfing holiday on the island is about much more than a round of 18 holes – with the combination of Ireland’s worldclass golf product and its unique brand of hospitality playing a key role in attracting golfers worldwide to visit. With some of the most famous venues anywhere in the world, Ireland offers golfers the complete package with top championship courses, stunning scenery, fascinating history and some of the best craic around. For more information about play golf in Ireland, go to www.ireland.com/golf
Mark and Mike Take the Honours
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inter League round 5 - 18 hole Stableford Betterball. As the weather continues to improve, golfing conditions at Five Lakes allowed the penultimate round of this year’s Winter League to be played on the Links course. Phil Robson and Graham Doherty continued their march, to lead the overall standings with another 41 points, 3rd place on the same same score but with a better back 6 holes (a birdie on the 18th) went to John Mayle and Ian Cottee, 2nd place went to Richard Hardy-King and Chris Hamblion with 42 points, however this rounds winners were Mark Ponder and Mike Owen with 43 points. Birdie balls were won by Mark Ponder on the 16th.
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For your FREE advert in Holiday Golf, E-mail no more than 50 words with your details to info@essexgolfer.com For more listings go to www.essexgolfer.com FOR RENT: Large modern 2 bed 2 bath apartment with 2 pools sea views in Western Algarve Luz short walk to blue flag beach many superb restaurants .Great golf courses Boavista, Penina, Palmares all close. The beautiful historic town of Lagos a 10 minute drive. Contact Keith Clissold Tel: 07710 959 479 keith.clissold@btconnect.com FOR RENT: Costa-del-golf Spain Villacana. 30 mins from Malaga / Gibraltar. 1 bed house.sleeps two.swimming pools and beach ... bars and restaurants close to Village Cancelada. Golf courses ... El Parariso. fFlamingos, Atalaya Casares and lots more. Email: jeffloughran@sky.com Tel 01268 753330 FOR SALE: Luxury log cabin sleeps 8 with balcony at Belton Woods De Vere Lincolnshire Golf Resort, week 23 (June 9th) overlooking 2 golf courses. olfers enjoy free swimming pool and gym, also ideal for families. Price £6,500.ono. Annual maintenance £650. reluctant sale. Phone 01992 576 789 Barbara Hall or email b.hall789@btinternet.com FOR RENT: Costa Calida. 15 minutes to airport and the sea. Located in a Golf Resort with onsite bars and pool and a golfer’s paradise. 2 beds villa €500 per month inclusive of council tax, building and contents insurance. It is possible to LIVE THERE FOR FREE subject to personal circumstances. Please email 126@pcmlap.com for more information. FOR RENT: Polaris World , La Torre Golf Resort, Murcia, Spain. Two Bedroom two bathroom detached villa situated on the stunning La Torre Golf Resort. Situated just 5 mins from the first tee of the fantastic Nicklaus Design golf course, guests will receive discounted residents green fees on this course along with other Polaris World courses. Prices start at £300.00 per week for more information please email rjleigh@sky.com
FOR RENT: Stunning 2 bed rental apartment at La Torre Golf Resort, Murcia, Spain (Jack Nicklaus designed), free wi-fi, aircon & overlooking pool complex only a short drive to miles of sandy beaches. Ideal for golfers/families. Apartment rental prices start from £260 per week: www.murcia-golf.net or phone: Colleen 07702 988 600. FOR RENT: Costa Del Sol,150 yards to 1st tee,2 bedroom,2 bathroom apartment at royal golf miraflores; 2 swimming pools, video entry, Sky TV. For more info call Geoff on 07723 074 809 or email me at geoffrey.arnold1@btinternet.com. FOR RENT: The Fairhaven Lake Lodge in Lytham St Annes. A luxury 4* star property within a 5 minutes’ walk of Royal Lytham golf course and easy reach of 3 other championship qualifying courses. Sleeps 6-8 to people and available all year round. For more info contact me at pauljlanigan@gmail.com. FOR RENT: One bedroom apartment,(sleeps 4) on the Seve Ballesteros designed golf course at the 5 star Oliva Nova Golf and Beach Resort.One hour from Alicante or Valencia airports. Two minutes walk to the Club House, Blue Flag Beach, Bars, small supermarket and spa. Contact: Pamela & Alan Linger on 01376 573 259 or olivagolf@hotmail.com FOR SALE: Time-share 2 bedroom apartment for 2 weeks in September at the Alto golf & country club, Alvor on the Algarve. (golf available at a discount). Beautifully maintained grounds, facilities with in-door & out-door pools, tennis, restaurant, bar etc. Annual maintenance fee £480 per week. Asking price £3000 for 2 weeks. Peter Maris Tel: 01992 572777 email: petermaris@btinternet.com.
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FOR SALE: Orlando Florida Star Island Resort one week 3 bedroom suit, time share, sleeps 8 deeded (week 11) 2nd week in March. Will exchange for 2 weeks in a 2 bedroom worldwide. 4 miles from Disney 2 miles from Falcons Fire Golf course. See star-island.com for full details photo gallery has driving range and putting green. Tel: David 01277 899 222 Mob 07984 146 658 FOR SALE: Barham Broom, Norfolk. Time share.1 bed appartment sleeps 4, 2 Golf Courses, Swimming pool, Gym, Squash, Tennis courts. Week 37 – 2nd Week in September. £435 yearly Maintenance – Paid for 2014 Free Golf for 4. £1000 O.N.O. Contact: 01708 448 849 FOR SALE: A weeks stay in a luxury lodge at The Carrick on Loch Lomond starting 7th July, The lodge is set within lovely surroundings, overlooks the golf course and full use of the facilities at Cameron house are available, £2000 ono, normally £3400 for this week. Tel: 07854 980 509. FOR RENT: Golf Resort Hacienda Riquelme Resort – Murcia – Spain – 2 Bedroom Apartment sleeps 4-6, part of the Jack Nicklaus golf trail, secure gated community, great course, amenities on site, beaches nearby, 15 min drive to airport, cheap flights available from Southend /Stansted. From £250 per week, long term rental available – please email lee_hibell@hotmail.com. FOR RENT: 3 bedroom apartment (sleeps 6) in Marbella Spain located on the highly regarded Los Arqueros Golf & Country club. Private garden and 2 swimming pools. 45 minutes from Malaga Airport. 20 golf courses within 20 minute drive.Email Darren at isaacs976@aol.com for further info.
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Senior Pairs Open @ Essex Golf & Country Club £64 per pair John White 01787 224 466 essex.info@theclubcompany.com www.theessexgolfandcountryclub.com Gents Senior Pairs Open @ Gosfield Lake Golf Club £58 per pair Tony O'Shea 01787 474 747 gosfieldlakegc@btconnect.com ‘Threadgill Trophy’ Gents Individual Open @ Orsett Golf Club £55 Richard Herring 01375 891 352 richardherring@orsettgolfclub.co.uk www.orsettgolfclub.com Ladies Team Open @ Playgolf Colchester Golf Club £90 per team (3) Mrs Pauline Coxon 01206 843 333 colchester@playgolfworld.com playgolfcolchester.com Ladies Team Open @ Bentley Golf Club £140 per team (4) Managing Secretary 01277 373 179 info@bentleygolfclub.com www.bentleygolfclub.com Mixed Pairs Open @ Gosfield Lake Golf Club £58 per couple Tony O'Shea 01787 474 747 gosfieldlakegc@btconnect.com Mixed Pairs Open @ Saffron Walden Golf Club £74 per couple Kelly Burton 01799 522 786 office@swgc.com www.swgc.com Charity Ladies Team Open @ Saffron Walden Golf Club £140 per team (4) Mrs Barbara Nicoll 01799 516 474 or 07752 435 000 barbaranicoll@hotmail.com www.swgc.com ‘Centenary Cup’ Gents Individual Open @ Rochford Hundred Golf Club £45 Tracey 01702 544 302 tracey@rochfordhundredgolfclub.co.uk www.rochfordhundredgolfclub.co.uk Gents Seniors Individual Open @ Orsett Golf Club £30 Richard Herring 01375 891 352 richardherring@orsettgolfclub.co.uk www.orsettgolfclub.com Mixed Pairs Open @ Chigwell Golf Club £72 per couple Heather Olliffe 020 8502 3617 info@chigwellgolfclub.co.uk www.chigwellgolfclub.co.uk Mixed Pairs Open @ Braintree Golf Club £66 per couple Club Manager 01376 346 079 clubmanager@braintreegolfclub.co.uk www.braintreegolfclub.co.uk Ladies Pairs Open @ Clacton-on-Sea Golf Club £65 per pair Gilly Cullen 01255 421 919 www.clactongolfclub.com Ladies Team Open @ Colchester Golf Club £130 per team (4) Alison Cordran 01206 867 915 ali_cordran@hotmail.com www.colchestergolfclub.com Gents Senior Pairs Open @ Bentley Golf Club £60 per pair Managing Secretary 01277 373 179 info@bentleygolfclub.com www.bentleygolfclub.com Ladies Team Open @ Chigwell Golf Club £148 per team (4) Heather Olliffe 020 8502 3617 info@chigwellgolfclub.co.uk www.chigwellgolfclub.co.uk ‘Eddie Curtis Memorial’ Gents Pairs 36 hole Open @ Five Lakes Golf & Country Club £70.00 per pair Includes coffee,bacon roll on arrival plus single course lunch. fivelakesgolf@gmail.com ‘Paul Farnsworth Trophy’ Gents Pairs Open @ Braintree Golf Club £66 per pair* Club Manager 01376 346 079 clubmanager@braintreegolfclub.co.uk www.braintreegolfclub.co.uk Ladies Team Open @ Stapleford Abbotts Golf Club £99 per team (3) Mrs Ingrid Clarke 01708 381 108 staplefordabbotts@crown-golf.co.uk Attention! Club Secretaries and Competition Organisers: Please forward any info on Future Open Competitions, Golf related Events or Charity days at Essex Golf Clubs to info@essexgolfer.com Visit our live up to date events page at www.essexgolfer.com
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True Luxury “True Honma 5 Star exclusivity, for Dreamland Golf Club, Azerbaijan.
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reamland Golf Club in Baku, Azerbaijan, is scheduled for completion in 2015. The project comprises an 18 hole Dye Design Golf Course; a Golf Academy with IMG Golf School; and a luxury Clubhouse with associated members’ amenities. Baku’s first golf course forms the centrepiece of the Dreamland community, which will comprise over 800 houses and apartments, with an international school and shopping mall also within the community.
Honma 5 Star is at a level of detail, quality and performance which is simply in a class of its own. Many golfers will never have seen a set of clubs which is worth over £60,000, you have now.
Frank Wins The Presidents Trophy F
ive Lakes played the rearranged Presidents Cup Sunday 15th February.What turned out to be a pleasant golfing day a large field teed it up on the Lakes course. It is normally played as a stroke play competition it was decided to change to a stableford format to speed up play. Three golfers returned 37 points, Mike Taylor (12), Nigel Popper (13), and Malcolm Pook (6), Malcolm claiming third place and the best scratch score 77 gross with a better last 6 holes. Second place went to Phil Robson (9) with 39 points. However, winner and holder of the Presidents New year Trophy for 2015 was Frank Taylor (20) also returning 39 points scoring 20 points on his back 9 holes. Birdie twos were claimed on the 8th par 3 by; Richard Hardy-King, Rob Kilgour, Jack Garnett, Mike Owen, and Malcolm Pook who also claimed a brace on the 8th and the 191 yard 16th, Alan Garnett on the tricky 11th.
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The Jubilee Cup
Update from Jubilee Cup Committee, sponsored by Seabrook Warehousing, and reported by Chairman Phil Redhead
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he Jubilee Cup Committee have been seeing a lot of organising of matches happening currently – by the time this edition is with you, there should only be 4 or 5 weeks left until the 1st Round matches are due by 12th April 2015. Round 1 matches to be played are as below, and on a personal note, I am very much looking forward to welcoming Benton Hall to my home course (whether I am playing or not!)
1st Round Matches
to be played by 12th of April 2015 Div A Div A Div A Div B Div B Div B Div C Div C Div C Div D Div D Div E Div E Div F Div F Div G Div G Div H Div H
Stapleford Abbotts Royal Epping Forest Abridge Colchester Rochford Hundred Stoke by Nayland Top Meadow Mardyke Valley Notleys (The) Epping Warren (The) Garon Park Three Rivers Crondon Park Langdon Hills Wanstead Chigwell Rayleigh Club (The) Stock Brook Manor
Just on this point, could I please maintain “the ask” of your club match organisers that you continue to notify the Committee when you have agreed a date with your opposing Captains. Please do so by mailing the following e-mail address: JubileeCup@yahoo.co.uk The full 2015 Draw is already uploaded on our website www.jubileecup.com and you will have full visibility, on a per match basis, down to individual player basis of results when they come into the Committee. To do this, go to the URL above, hover over the “Results & Tables” button underneath our sponsor’s banner for Seabrook Warehousing, and choose “2015 Results & Tables”. Click into the Round you wish to see,
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West Essex Warley Park South Essex Loughton Playgolf Colchester Five Lakes Channels Burnham On Crouch Benton Hall Bentley Burstead (The) Regiment Way Woolston Manor Thorpe Hall Ilford Ballards Gore Brentwood Forrester Park Gosfield Lakes
find the match you wish to review and then click “Show Match” (on right hand side of the listed match). This will bring up the results cards showing all singles and pairs match results. Please do come through to me if you would like to take part in supporting the competition, please spread the word to other clubs for the 2016 competition, and also check out the website for our Rules etc so that we have no issues in preparing for, and playing, matches – the Jubilee Cup is a very friendly competition, and is also very hotly contested so completion rules for player eligibility etc are crucial. Best regards Phil
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The Algarve’s Enduring Popularity Drives 50,000 Round Growth in 2014
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he Algarve, Europe's leading golf destination, is gearing up for a busy 2015 after reporting an increase of more than 50,000 rounds played on its famous courses last year. Golf was born on the Algarve in 1966 and, 49 years later, its appeal burns brighter than ever, with 41 golf courses and an unrivalled infrastructure of hotels, resorts and off-course attractions. Blessed with a superb year-round climate and mild temperatures, the Algarve's other success factors continue to be: strong flight connections to Faro airport from across Europe, the relaxed and friendly nature of its people, and great value for money. A spokesperson for the Associação Turismo do Algarve (ATA) said: “We are delighted that so many more visitors enjoyed golf in the Algarve last
year and had the opportunity to experience our distinct offering. “We continue to work hard with our golf tourism industry to deliver exceptional levels of service to our guests, and to send them home with wonderful memories.” There is further good news for UK golfers this season with their budgets set to stretch even further, thanks to the British Pound strengthening more than 10 per cent against the Euro in the past 12 months. The Algarve’s sun-drenched climate boasts more than 300 days of sunshine per year, extending the golf season over several months and bringing players from all over the world to the Algarve. www.visitgolfalgarve.com
St Helena Hospice your time...your hospice Registered Charity Number 280919
OAKPARK SECURITY CHARITY GOLF DAY THURSDAY 18TH JUNE 2015 ■ Coffee & Breakfast ■ 18 Hole Stableford Golf ■ Refreshments ■ Two Course Meal ■ Golf Trick Show ■ Charity Auction / Raffle Prizes Please contact: Jeff Brown, Office Manager, Oakpark Security Systems Ltd, Asset House, 4 East Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 2TX Telephone: 01206 793 673 Email: jeff.brown@oaksec.co.uk - 62 -