Greetings,

 

Augusta Masters

Well the first golf major of the year didn't disappoint with the last round being one of the best Sunday finishes at the Masters that I can remember. Two Europeans in the final group battling it out for the green jacket was something very special. But something even more special than that was the fact that Spaniard Sergio Garcia could win his first ever major on the day of Seve's 60th Birthday. 

It looked like Sergio had it wrapped up after 5 holes after getting off to such a fast start and Rose being 3 behind after 5. It soon changed with Rose making 3 birdies in a row and them being all square at the turn. The back nine was very up and down with Sergio bogeying holes 10 and 11 but replied with a birdie at 14 then an eagle at 15. Justin's putting let him down at the end with it going to a playoff. Rose's tee shot and second shot cost him the tournament with him making bogey and giving Sergio two putts for the win. 

Other than Westwood, Monty and a couple of other players no one deserves to win a major championship more than him. He's struggled mentally in the past with him coming so close to winning one and also his putting has been a real struggle in recent years. It shows real class to overcome those things and finally win one. Well done SERGIO!

Penkridge Masters 

Our first major of the year took place on Sunday 9th April in beautiful sunny conditions with a full field of 115 players taking part. The first tee off was bright and early starting at 7.30am with the final 3 ball teeing off at 2pm. The scoring wasn't as low as many people thought with the winning score being a nett 69 shot by single figure handicapper Paul Nicholls. Congratulations Paul on winning the first major of the year. Please see the Penkridge Masters and Saturdays Par 3 Championship results below;


 

Penkridge Masters 2017 Results 

1st. Paul Nicholls - 69, 2nd. Tony Longdon - 72, 3rd. Kev Ward - 73, 4th. Barry Longdon - 73 and 5th. Andy Smith - 73 

Best Gross - Lance Round - 76 gross and 25-28 Handicap - Jack Wort 


Par 3 Championship 2017 

1st. Chad Clarke, 2nd. Trevor Taylor, 3rd. Chris Duncan, 4th. Chris Collins and 5th. Andy Smith 

What do you think the odds would be for 2 players (father & son) to both get a hole in 1 in their round of golf in the par 3 Championship and both finish with the same score?? 

Trevor Foster and Steve Foster achieved this on Saturday in the par 3 competition. Awesome golf, well done guys! 

Simulator Par 3 Nearest the Pin Winner - Chad Clarke - 2ft 9"


Weekend Medal - 15/04/2017 

Overall Winner - Steven Meacham - Nett 72 
Division 1 1st - Prem Gurung - Nett 73 and 2nd - Lewis Round - Nett 73 
Division 2 1st - Lee Harper - Nett 76 and 2nd - Brian Preece - Nett 77 
Division 3 1st - Tony Longdon - Nett 72 and 2nd - Roy Rowley - Nett 73 
2's x 10 


Bank Holiday Stableford 17/04/2017 
1st - Pete Wood - 39 Points, 2nd - Simon Higgins - 37 Points and 3rd - Steve Bate - 36 Points 
2's x2


 

The Masters 2017 Sweep Results 

Sheet 1: 
1. Milan Rai - Sergio Garcia - £50.00 shop voucher 
2. Brian Cheshire - Justin Rose - £30.00 shop voucher 
3. Graham Swinney - Charl Schwartzel - £20.00 shop voucher 

Sheet 2: 
1. Dave Foley - Sergio Garcia - £50.00 shop voucher 
2. Wayne Dickson - Justin Rose - £30.00 shop voucher 
3. Michael Whitehouse - Charl Schwartzel - £20.00 shop voucher 

Sheet 3: 
1. Petra-Pearson Furnival - Sergio Garcia - £50.00 shop voucher 
2. Chris McCarthy - Justin Rose - £30.00 shop voucher 
3. Dennis Wiggall - Charl Schwartzel - £20.00 shop voucher 

Sheet 4: 
1. Ray Jackson - Sergio Garcia - £50.00 shop voucher 
2. Richard Davis - Justin Rose - £30.00 shop voucher 
3. Tony Anderton - Charl Schwartzel - £20.00 shop voucher


 

10 Yard Challenge

We would like to thank everyone who took part in the 10 yard driving challenge on Saturday 15th April. Over the course of the afternoon Dan was able to increase everyone's driving distance with the use of the latest equipment… Some proved more difficult than others… 

David Ley had the biggest distance gain on the day, an increase of 47 yards! This proves the importance of getting your clubs custom fit - making sure they are correct for your individual swing. 

Bob Smith 16 Yard Gain PING G 
David Ley 47 Yard Gain Wilson D300 
Matt Swift 17 Yard Gain Titleist D3 
John Charleton 16 Yard Gain PING G 
Sam Timmins 4 Yard Gain PING G 
Noel Mack 8 Yard Gain PING G


 

The grip is the only contact golfers have with the club; they have the biggest influence on which position the club face will return to at impact with the ball. A good grip will reduce the chances of making a bad swing, without a correct grip your chance of hitting good consistent shots is very difficult. Many bad shots of course come from a golfer's swing but many swing faults I see stem from an incorrect positioning of the hands on the grip. 

So…… How do we grip the club correctly? Follow these easy steps and you will be on the path to a more consistent swing: 

1. Place the grip into the fingers of the left hand. The grip should sit between the middle of the index finger to the base of the little finger. 

2. Close the fingers and wrap the hand over the grip. There should be 2 visible knuckles on the left hand. Another good check point is the 'V' that is created by the thumb and index finger should point up between the chin and right shoulder. This will place the left hand in the neutral position.

3. Now place the right hand underneath making sure both hands are close together with no gap between the fingers. The grip again should sit in the fingers the same as the left hand. The left thumb should sit comfortably in the pad of the right hand. 

   

4. The 'V' between the thumb and index finger should again point between the chin and right shoulder.

Need a grip or swing check? Our Pro's are available 7 days a week. Lessons can be booked by calling the Performance centre on 01785 712888. Click here to request yours. 


 

Welcome from the Senior Section - Report by Barrie Morgan

With my return from a warmer climate a few results to catch up on. 

Monday 27th March saw LE No2 and it was good to get on the course following the postponement of LE1. The Senior Captain and Vice-Captain stormed onto the winner's rostrum. Is this the Leadership we need over the season? 

Result of LE2 
Division 1: 1st Keith Palmer 71, 2nd Derek Whitehouse 71 and 3rd David Cartridge 71 
Division 2: 1st Brian Hartley 70, 2nd Kev Jenkins 70 and 3rd David Brace 75 
28's Handicap winner P Brocklehurst 

Monday 10th April saw the rearranged LE 1 
Division 1: 1st Phil Pritchard 44points, 2nd Keith Bayliss 36 points and 3rd Michael Pearson 36 points 
Division 2: 1st Colin Rich 38 points, 2nd Phillip Brocklehurst 38 points and 3rd Brian Hartley 37 points 
28's Handicap winner Keith Street 

The Senior team took to the course for the 1st match of the season and with the Captain leading from the front (according to Keith), the team had a splendid start beating Hilltop 4 matches to 2 at the Chase. 

Mixed Pairs 
Already we have had two mixed pair's competitions. The Diamond Cup was won by Aileen Sutherland and Maurice Coppins. The Sight saver Trophy was won by Julia Sandy and Mike Potts. 

Some dates for your Diaries 
- Senior Open is on 4th September 2017, entry forms will be available from the LE desk or A Archibold. 

- Senior Captains is on Invitation day Monday 5th June 2017. The entry list is on the noticeboard. 

- Senior Captains away trip to Lilleshall GC is on Monday 7th August 2017. If you wish to go the list is on the noticeboard. The cost is £39 for a bacon bap and coffee on arrival, 18 holes of golf and a 2 course meal after the golf. Money should be paid at the LE desk or direct to Phil Wilson. 

Competitions for the next month 
April 24th LE3 Tee times on Noticeboard 
April 25th Seniors v Perton GC Away 
May 2nd Mixed Jubilee Cup Entry form on Noticeboard 
May 4th Seniors v Stafford Castle Home 
May 8th LE4 Entry list on Noticeboard 
May 11th Seniors v Patshull Park Away 

Barrie Morgan Senior Secretary


 

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