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Monday 20 November 2023

Dear member,

This eNews is to keep members informed of general news from the golf shop.

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The draw.

The winning entry.

putter winner

In celebration of our 'new' golf shop's first birthday, we marked the occasion by running an exciting competition where members had the chance to win a top-of-the-line TaylorMade putter.

For every $100 spent in the golf shop on retail goods and merchandise, members received an entry to win. There was no limit to the number of entries you could make; members who made several or high value purchases had the most entries. The prize was drawn at the Melbourne Cup Day luncheon in the Clubhouse by President Andrew de Crespigny.

The winner was James Kelleway, who unlike most on Melbourne Cup Day, had the odds in his favour - he'd bought a new set of clubs! Coincidentally, when shopping for his new clubs James hadn't decided on a putter.

Now he has one.

Congratulations James and a big thank you to all members who had entered the competition.

staff news

Ben Wins Again!

Ben played in the Curlewis Open Amateur on Saturday 14 October. Ben shot a two under par 69 and won by one shot. Congratulations Ben!

titleist fitting day

Wednesday 6 December from 10.00am until 3.00pm

Titleist is hosting one of their sought-after fitting events, where they will showcase their latest club lineup, featuring the new T Series range. They will also utilise Trackman technology to provide you with the best fit possible.

Please call the golf shop to secure your place.

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callaway reva golf ball

DESIGNED FOR WOMEN TO UNLOCK YOUR DISTANCE

Engineered for women who want to improve their distance, ball flight and consistency. To promote easy launch and more forgiveness, we've leveraged an oversized construction that conforms to the rules of golf. Our oversized core and low spin characteristics are also designed for longer, more accurate shots.

UPCOMING CLINICs

From personalised one-on-one sessions to group clinics, we cater to golfers of all ages and abilities.

Click the button below to view the schedule of clinics on offer.

Clinics

Jess's women's summer refresher

Jess is offering her popular women's clinics in a short, sharp format over the first two weeks of January. These clinics are open to our women members and their immediate family.

The clinic will cost $300 and include six coaching sessions covering the key aspects of the game and include lunch in the Clubhouse after the final clinic. These clinics are limited to six people.

The dates and times of these clinic are:

Tuesday 2 January at 11am - Putting

Thursday 4 January at 11am - Chipping

Friday 5 January at 11am - Pitching / Bunkers

Tuesday 9 January at 11am - Full Swing

Thursday 11 January at 11am - Short Game

Friday 12 January at 11am - Long Game followed by lunch in the Clubhouse at midday.

If you would like to enrol into this clinic, please email or call the golf shop on 5255 6255.

Setup Position to Hit it Low.

Finish Position to Hit it Low.

tip from the pro

By Mark Delaney

Finish Low, Hit it Low

It is challenging playing golf at Barwon Heads - or anywhere else on the coast - as the windy conditions can affect the flight and distance of the golf ball; however, with a couple of small adjustments in your setup you will be able to better manage your game.

For LOWER shots into the wind, always finish LOW with your follow through.

Grip the club one or two inches down from the top of grip.
Position the ball further back towards your right foot (for right-handers); let's say... two inches back from your normal ball position.
Distribute your weight at setup 60 percent on your left side.
Use a 3/4 backswing and finish LOW on the follow through.
It's very important to swing a little softer... say at only 80 percent to take the backspin off the ball. The harder you swing the more spin you create which will cause the ball to balloon up and you will lose distance.
Lastly, depending on the strength of the wind, you may need to adjust your club selection accordingly as it can be as much as between one to four or even five clubs difference.

Apparel & Accessories

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Don't forget that members automatically receive 10% off the marked price of apparel, golf equipment, merchandise, balls and accessories (excluding sale items).