Golf

Director of Golf

(843) 686-8812, ext. 141 shunter@wexfordhiltonhead.com

1st Asst. Golf Professional

(843) 686-8812, ext. 142 bblanken@wexfordhiltonhead.com

Beat the Summer Slump

The summer months tend to be slower as they follow a very busy golf schedule at Wexford. It is the perfect time to regroup and deep dive into your golf game while the course is worked on. Figure out where you can improve, make those changes, and prepare for the fall. It may be hot, but there is always time for a 30-minute or 60-minute lesson or, better yet, an on-course lesson (we can find some shade).

Reciprocal Season

The private club reciprocal season is here, and the official list can be found on the website or in the Golf Shop. It is a great opportunity to see and play the local private clubs at a reduced rate. The golf staff will do their best to help secure tee times but please keep in mind, similar to Wexford, the courses are busier than ever with many undergoing aerification and other maintenance and improvement projects over the summer months which may impact availability. Reservations are made from golf pro to golf pro and are generally made no earlier than one week.

GOLF COURSE & SHOP SCHEDULE

June 6th - 17th Course closed for aerification; Golf Shop Open Tuesday - Sunday from 9:00am - 3:00pm

July 4th Course and Golf Shop Open - Normal Hours

August 1st - 8th Course closed for aerification; Golf Shop Open Tuesday - Sunday from 9:00am - 3:00pm

BOBBY’S BASICS:

Steady iron play requires practice, soft touch

Developing a solid iron game is extremely important, not only for scoring, but for our overall confidence throughout a round. Here are a couple of tips that will help you strike better irons and find more greens. First, make sure your alignment and ball position are consistent for every shot. This should be practiced at the driving range periodically (see pictures above). Next, think 85% of your full swing. Irons are about contact and distance control. It is much easier to remain in a great impact posture (see picture at top right) with a smoother swing, allowing you to become more consistent with ball striking. Be diligent with these two tips and you will find yourself in better positions to make birdies and pars!

Wexford Junior Golf Series

Registration ends June 15th The Junior Golf Series will begin on June 22nd. Practices will be held on Wednesdays from 3:30pm - 5:00pm followed by matches on Thursdays starting at 3:30pm. The series is designed for new and experienced golfers ages 6-12 and will incorporate structured golf practice, rules and etiquette education. Contact Bobby Blanken at bblanken@ wexfordhiltonhead.com for more information.

HOLE IN ONE

Congratulations to Mr. Jonathan Jarrell (above) and Mr. Mark Brown (below) for their hole-in-ones last month!

Wexford welcomes Rich Danyi

Rich joins us at Wexford to assist members and their guests at the 1st tee and monitor pace of play throughout the day. Rich has plenty of knowledge of the golf business, as he has worked at other clubs in the area such as Old Tabby Links and Belfair. Rich looks forward to serving and getting to know everyone in this beautiful community!

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