Martyn Brown

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Welcome to the latest edition to Wollaton Park Golf Club's weekly newsletter. We hope that you're having a good week on and off the golf course.

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Competition news

Pro's Competition Week

Wednesday 4th July

Ladies Competition best two scores from a team of three players stableford, all the monies collected will be issued as prize vouchers for the Pro Shop.

Thursday 5th July

Men’s Medal beat the Pro, Glyn my assistant will be setting you all a score to beat on the day, as unfortunately I cannot do this due to a 36-hole tournament. I will be paying out the best three scores of the day and also a share of the prize money to everyone who beats Glyn's score.

All prize monies collected will be issued as vouchers for the Pro Shop.

Saturday 7th July

Men’s betterball beat the Pro, myself and our General Manager Steve Sayers will be setting you all a betterball medal score to beat. I will be paying out the best three scores of the day and also a share of the prize money to everyone who beats our score. All prize monies collected will be issued as vouchers for the Pro Shop.

Shop news

Open sweepstake

Still a few squares left for the Open Sweepstake enter in the Pro Shop £5.00 per square.

Which club do you use most?

The answer is your putter, and by some margin too. But how many of you are still using any old putter rather than one that is custom fitted to your stroke? From different head shapes to various alignment aids to multiple putter lengths, there are several ways in which your putter needs to be correctly suited to you. So come and speak to a member of the team in July and we'll give you a FREE fitting and lesson with selected putter purchases.

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Captain's news

Captain’s Golf Day Saturday 30th June 2018

Message from the Captain

We had an excellent turn out with over 220 members entering the competition, I would like to thank all those who purchased raffle tickets you helped to raise over £1100 towards my Charity, the weather was wonderful on the day, sorry about the pin positions I wanted to give you all a challenge!

I must give a huge thank you to Elizabeth my wife who spent all day from 06.45 until 20.15 selling raffle ticket, collecting money and counting up the proceeds after the last tee time. Phil Ogden of Callaway for their sponsorship and providing the starting cover and tee markers Marsdons for refreshments.

Thank you to the Lady captain Sharon Clarke, her helpers Rhoda Durrant and Sharon Harriman between them they spent all day on our 2nd hole monitoring the hole in ones, Norman King your V/Captain for giving everyone a break for food. More thanks to Annie and her staff for preparing the food and James and his staff for refreshments.

Martyn our Professional for getting players to the tee on time and sorting out the delays due to Nottingham University open day causing traffic chaos in the morning around Wollaton. Not forgetting our head Green Keeper Martin and his staff for presenting our golf course to the highest standard once again. Richard Coleman and Brett Smart for doing the score card calculations and checking the scores after the competition. I must not forget Dolly for collecting in the markers and drawing the raffle tickets she did a marvellous job, a future ladies captain in the making.

Dave Parnham’s very generous bid won the sealed Auction for the Manchester City shirt. Finally, thanks to all of you for taking part and making this a day to remember. List of Prize winners are on the notice board and un-collected prizes are in the office.

Barry Moore Captain WPGC

Blade or mallet?

The past few months have seen us talk a lot about the importance of using clubs that are suited to your game because, ultimately, they’re going to give you the most help when out on the course. One piece of equipment we haven’t touched on yet, which needs just as much attention, is your putter.

How do you narrow down the options?

If you come by the shop to buy a new putter, you’ll be faced with an array of styles. From different head shapes and alignment guides, to various lengths and grip types.

So how do you know which one will help you hole more putts?

There are some trends you can look to. Larger mallet putters like this PING Sigma G Craz-E tend to suit golfers with straighter putting arcs, while they are also a little more stable to help with shorter putts.

In comparison, blades like this PING Vault 2.0 B60 can usually help those of you with more of an arcing stroke, while some players also prefer the feel a blade offers.

Of course, the most sensible thing to do is come to us once you have a shortlist and we can advise you on which model will best suit your stroke type and take you through a full custom fitting. Just imagine how many shots you could drop by holing more putts.

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The joys of twilight golf

June 21st marked the longest day of the year in the UK and as the weather continues to improve, now is the perfect time to squeeze in a game after work. If you do, be prepared for twilight golf by ensuring you have both of the following.

Warm weather comfort
This PING Quinn polo features PING’s Sensor Cool technology, which makes it extremely breathable and comfortable, especially in the hot summer months. It’s also made with a part-elastane fabric that stretches in harmony with your swing so you’re never restricted.

Lightweight mid-layer
You don’t want to get caught out when the sun starts to go in and temperatures drop, so it’s sensible to carry a lightweight option like this PING Austin pullover. Its lightweight fleece will sit comfortably over your polo and offers warmth, while moisture moving fabric wicks sweat away so you don't overheat.

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Spotlight: Titleist's new AVX ball

It's been a long time coming but Titleist's brand new golf ball is finally available in the UK, and we have some sitting on our shelves in-store.

The AVX is a premium performance ball and is the lowest flying, lowest spinning and softest feeling option within Titleist's range. With six balls in Titleist's line-up for 2018, come and speak to a member of the team about which is best for you.

learn more >

Video of the Week

This week, on Tips from the Tour, we offer advice on how to play the one shot that everyone wants to play: the spinning chip.

We hope you enjoyed our proshop newsletter. If you need anymore help or advice please pop into the shop and we will be delighted to assist you. Martyn and the golf team.

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