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Hello Golfers,

We hope you're well.

As always, this week's email is packed full of useful topics to help you get the most from your game. If you have any questions for the team or would like advice on anything, we're always happy to help! Just drop us an email.

Enjoy the read.

 
Pro's news

Helping you through lockdown

While this is a disappointing time for all golfers across the country, we really hope you keep safe during this time and take care of yourselves and others during this tough period. We're looking forward to seeing you in and around the club in December!

Pro shop will be open from  9am - 4pm Monday to Friday for click and collect. Weekend by arrangement. This should be strictly by online orders or via contacting me first as we need to comply by government guidelines for non-essential retail. 

With Christmas around the corner, the golf industry is continuing to produce goods, there is still a backlog with most companies which they are trying to clear. The pro shop will be open for deliveries and collections.

If you require any golf equipment or professional advice please email john@johnrichardsgolf.com or Shrewsburyproshop@live.co.uk or alternatively please leave a message on the pro shop phone 01743 874581 and we will return your call.

 

Drop off your clubs

Your support during this very difficult time is greatly appreciated, and this may be an ideal time to drop your clubs off get them re-gripped whilst the course is temporarily closed.

Simply call up or email in advance when you want to drop them off, and we'll give you a ring to pick them back up when they're ready. 

Please email john@johnrichardsgolf.com or Shrewsburyproshop@live.co.uk or alternatively please leave a message on the pro shop phone 01743 874581 and we will return your call.

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Titleist ball offer

We've got some great news for anyone that wants a stocking filler...

Titleist balls are now £5 OFF until the end of the Christmas period. 

This means you can pick up the Pro V1, Pro V1x or AVX balls for £36.99 while stocks last! Hurry as you won't want to miss out on this offer.

Call into the shop or order online by clicking here. 

 
 
 
Competition news

Bourne Trophy

Last weekend we got hit by storm Aiden which brought heavy rain and strong winds which brought down tree branches and covered the course in autumn leaves making scoring difficult for most. Congratulations to all those that ventured out to compete in the Mixed Bourne Trophy.

Despite the difficult ground conditions, the winners scored an incredible 44 points to win by 7 points!

Results

1st Helen Hooke & Russ price 44 points
2nd Isla Mcdonald – O’Brien & Phil Jones 37 points
3rd Alan Campbell & Marie O’Sullivan 36points
4th Hillary Fowles & Ian O’Connor 36 points
5th Angela & Erwin Van Der Strap 36 points

Congratulations to the following who managed to get a 2 (each player has been credited £8.66):

Andrew & Gillian Snodgrass, Ian Timmins & Lynette Beedles, Alan Campbell & Marie O’Sullivan


Wednesday, 28th October

Thank you to Marian who sent the following results from last Wednesday's competition

Congratulations to all the following winners

Division 1

Gillian Snodgrass 35 pts

Sue Pritchard, 32 pts

Angela van der Stap 29 pts

Jane Edwards, 28 pts


Division 2

Amanda Christmas, 28 pts

Lynette Beedles, 28 pts

Pam Mason, 26 pts (28)

Jane Fryer 24 pts (24)

 

9 Hole Comp, 6 entrants
 
1st Alwena Edwards, 11 pts

 
 
Golf on Tour

Augusta looms

Masters week is an exciting time for any avid golfer. It's when we get to watch our favourite golfers battle it out on one of the most iconic courses in the world. Flowers in full bloom, an array of beautiful colours, and a course in pristine condition year-after-year. Augusta National is a special place, so we thought we'd run through some of the standout Masters memories ahead of next week's showdown.


Sunday Shifts

In 1996, Greg Norman turned a six-stroke Sunday lead into a five-stroke loss to Nick Faldo. In 1978, Gary Player started the final round eight strokes behind before shooting the lowest-ever final round (64) at Augusta to claim the Green Jacket!


Fighting Spirit

Tiger’s incredible 2019 comeback win springs to mind, but Ben Hogan recovered from a terrible car crash in 1949 to win The Masters by five strokes in 1953. Ben Crenshaw’s 1995 victory came in the same week as the funeral of long-time instructor Harvey Penick. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house.


Hole-outs, playoffs and plenty of drama…Send us a message with your favourite Masters memory.

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Shop promotion

The perfect Christmas treat

It might seem like a little way away yet, but we're starting to think about Christmas and what presents you can buy for your golfing loved ones - or ask to be bought for yourself!

Well, we have some fantastic deals available on Garmin GPS devices. For example, if you buy the S40 smartwatch we'll throw in a dozen Callaway Chrome Soft Triple Track balls for free.

To explore exactly what's available, visit our website via the button below.

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When the rough gets tough

If you watched the U.S. Open back in September, you will have heard plenty of talk about how much more difficult the rough was after it rained. Well, that’s not exclusive to the Majors. In fact, it’s the reality for every golfer at this time of year.

Steeper angle out of the rough
Steeper into the ball

When the long grass gets wet, it becomes tougher to cut through with your irons. There are two things that we'd recommend keeping an eye on.

In an attempt to ensure you make good contact with the back of the ball, it often helps to swing a little steeper on your downswing. The steeper approach reduces how much grass and debris you are catching before hitting the ball, which helps you strike the ball cleaner.

Different lies out of the rough
Chip-out vs. taking on the shot

Secondly, try to ensure your clubface remains square to the target as it can easily get tugged off-line by the grass.

The ball won’t fly as far out of the rough but it will roll more, so be wary of that when deciding where to aim. However, with all this said, sometimes it's worth taking your medicine by chipping out sideways. There's nothing worse than attempting the hero shot and leaving it in the thick stuff!

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Rain, rain, go away!

We’re at the time of year when a waterproof jacket is a must out on the course, be it on your back or tucked away in your bag just in case. The last thing we want is to be soaked through and shivering, making for an uncomfortable and rather wet round.

Under Armour Portrush waterproof jacket
Under Armour Portrush waterproof jacket

There are two key factors in a waterproof golf jacket:

  1. Protection from the rain (obviously!)
  2. Freedom of movement

Why bother protecting yourself on the course if you can’t swing your clubs properly, right? Under Armour’s Portrush jacket is on hand to help, having been designed specifically for golfers. With durable waterproof protection, you’ll stay dry and warm whilst the stretch fabric allows a free-flowing golf swing. The ultra-stylish look is just a nice bonus!

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