Greetings from Matt,

This week we have launched our new website and email newsletter. My team and I hope you like it. This new website and email is fully responsive in design, so irrespective what digital device you are using the content will adjust accordingly, giving a perfect display every time.

This will allow you to read our weekly words of wisdom from the comfort of, for example your sofa, office or even a train.

We would love you to explore the website and investigate the tips and drills, product catalogue and interact with any features we have on the website.

We look forward to any feedback you may have so click here and tell us what you think about our new email and website.

There are lots and lots of new products that have been delivered to the Performance Centre this last couple of weeks and I will be going through the features and benefits of all the new ranges in the coming weeks helping you to make better informed decisions on your purchases.

New Arrivals This Week

• Galvin Green 2014 spring summer
• FootJoy Apparel in both Men's & Ladies
• PING Karsten TR Putters
• Nike RZN 2014

Last weekend we had the St David's Day Challenge. Over 100 people enjoyed the weather and AM-AM format with 2 scores to count. 2 Teams scored 20 under par, a score of 124

1. M Fletcher, S Baker, P Marsh and N Brunjes 124 (Count Back)
2. I Schofield, R Knott, J Leishman and A Cooke 124
3. A Gilbert, M Hall, R Burke and D Barker 126
4. B Strickland, D Miller, K Goring and M Etheridge 128 

Midweek Medal had 12 entrants. In 1st Place, S Padmore with a Nett 61 and 2nd Place M Davis with a Nett 62.

Captain's Drive In and Gala Dinner

I know lot's of you are playing in the competition on Saturday 15th but all are welcome to come along to support your new Captains and watch them drive in. Registration for the competition will be from 8am with the drive in at 8.45am. The shotgun start will then take place at 9.15am.

There is still time to get your tickets for the Gala dinner which takes place the evening of the 15th. The Gala dinner is always one of the best social functions of the year and it would be great to see a packed out Atrium yet again supporting your Captains. Tickets are available from behind the bar and are priced at £19.95 to include a 3 course meal and entertainment from a Blues Brother's band.

Billy Foster

Tickets are selling fast for the Billy Foster evening on Friday April 25th. Billy is well known for being the caddy of Lee Westwood but he has carried the bag of numerous top players including Seve Ballesteros and world No 1 Tiger Woods. He has some fantastic stories to tell us and will also be taking questions from the floor. Billy will be supported by top comedian Russ Williams who among many other events hosted the Ryder Cup winners dinner in 2011. It looks set to be yet another fantastic event, if you would like to enquire about tickets then please get in touch by clicking here and I will be in touch.

AGM

The Men's section AGM takes place next Thursday (13th March) where the committee will also be doing the knockout draw and Winter League Presentation. The evening will commence at 7pm.

Air Compressor

There will be a new air compressor installed shortly for cleaning off your golf shoes after your game. We apologise for the delay in having this issue rectified.

Anita's Funeral

I'm sure there are lots of you that would like to pay your respects at Anita's Funeral next week. The Church service is in Penkridge at St Michael's church at 1.30pm this coming Monday.

Double Bubble for Nike

The Nike Athletes on Tour are really rising to the top of late with Ross Fisher and Russell Henley winning on opposite sides of the Atlantic. The Honda Classic was great TV viewing as it appeared Rory was back to his sublime best only to falter coming home on Sunday. Rory may have lost but he did hit possibly the best golf shot I have ever seen. A 245 yard high fading 5 wood on the 72nd hole to about 10ft. He missed the putt though and went on to lose to fellow Nike Athlete Henley. Click on the below media links for more info. There's some fantastic articles on Nike's double win, outlined in Today's Golfer, National Club Golfer, in the Daily Mail and on SkySports. Click on the links to find out more.