Guy Wills

Hello Golfers,

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

Enjoy the read.

Competition news

Masters Shotgun

Every year on the Saturday of The Masters, we hold a shotgun start competition. One in the morning and one in the afternoon. This year was no exception, and with the weather being cold and windy, the scoring was tough. But that did not stop the overall winners from shooting a great score of 127 (two from four). To add to the drama, the competition consisted of a Master’s players score from the Saturday added onto their overall score. So, it turned into pot luck as to whether the teams would pick a player that was going to go low.

This year’s winners picked out Tommy Fleetwood who with a score of two under was good enough for the win. The winners team consisted of Will Pepper, Mal Pepper, Steve Johns and Gary Kilner. Well done to all who played, the results will be posted to the members through email and accounts have been credited.

Club news

R&A Girls U16

With the R&A under 16s girls event only next week, there are still a few spaces available for volunteers. Volunteering will give you the chance to get to see how the girls get around our golf course, and with the handicap cut off at six they will all be very good players. If you are interested in volunteering, then please contact Tom in the office on 01904 413579.

Tour news

Woods you believe it?

It would take a heart of stone not to have been moved by Tiger’s Masters victory on Sunday night. Sure, the American divides opinion when it comes to his off-course antics, but that should take nothing away from the magnitude of his victory at the most famous of tournaments.

Courtesy of TaylorMade Golf

Two-years ago, Woods required a nerve-blocker just to attend the Champions' Dinner and all but admitted his game was done. A spinal fusion surgery later and Tiger has completed arguably the greatest comeback of all time.

Tiger's triumph was matched by Molinari's misfortune, with the Italian squandering a two-shot lead on the back-nine as he found the water twice in the space of four holes.

With the next two Majors taking place at courses where the great man has won before - Bethpage Black and Pebble Beach - could we be in-store for something special in 2019?

Promotion news

£25 OFF a new battery

Motocaddy are running their annual promotion this year where you can get £25 OFF a brand-new lithium battery when you trade-in your old one. Hurry while stocks last. Contact one of our team for more details.

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Just weeks remaining

We've seen a lot of you catching the 'golfing bug' again in recent weeks, spending plenty of time out on the course. Now that the season is underway, don't forget to top up your ball pocket once again by taking advantage of this fantastic offer. Simply purchase three dozen Titleist Pro V1, Pro V1x or AVX golf balls and get one dozen FREE. But hurry, as you only have until the end of April to place your order.

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Mind the gap

Do you often find yourself stuck between clubs? One club will launch too far beyond your target whilst the other will leave you short. If so, you're either very unlucky or you need to come and see us for a gapping session.

Example of poor distance gapping

Distance gapping is the art of putting your set together whilst ensuring each gap between one club and the next is equal.

Take your wedges as an example. Say you have a PW with around 46 degrees of loft and sand wedge at 56 degrees; this 10-degree gap could leave you with a distance gap of around 30 yards or more! What do you do if you need to play a shot right in the middle of those distances?

The same can be said at the other end of your set, but usually this will involve two clubs going the same distance. If you have a 3-iron in the bag as well as a hybrid and a 5-wood, chances are you'll be hitting them similar distances - so it's time for one to go!

If any of this is resonating with you, then let’s get you booked in before you head out for your next round.

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Let the battle commence

Classic or sporty? Colourful or traditional? Style is a personal choice and with brands offering up any number of designs, we have never had so much choice when it comes to your footwear options. With this in mind, we pit two styles up against one another in the ultimate battle of the shoes.

Which will you choose?

The battle between sporty and traditional purely comes down to taste but one thing is undeniable, both the Skechers Mojo Elite and Pro V4 shoes will have you oozing confidence at address whichever one your taste swings towards.

In the red corner we have the Mojo Elite (right shoe above) that gives the wearer more of a trainer look. Its GripFlex spikeless outsole is like nothing we have ever seen before.

In the blue corner we have the Pro V4, which boasts a more traditional look and is a favourite of PGA Tour star Matt Kuchar.

Both shoes are worthy winners but which is your favourite?

We have a great footwear offering in-store so be sure to pop in and try some on to ensure you get the perfect fit.

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Video of the Week

22 years on from his first Green Jacket, Tiger answered questions surrounding his ability to win another major title in emphatic fashion on Sunday afternoon. Now there's just one question remaining: will he reach Jack's record of 18 major triumphs?

I hope you enjoyed the newsletter, have a great week.

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Heslington lane
York
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Phone: 01904 412882

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