A Message from Ben Daniels

Hi Readers, 

I hope everyone is as excited for the 2015 Open as I am! If I'm not coaching or playing myself, you'll probably find me glued to the television trying to catch every hole. In golf you're constantly learning, so why not learn from the best? I like to take advantage of tournaments, like the Open and study the players and their game. 

Here are a couple of quick tips from me on what to look out for from the players, which could improve your game:

Firstly, pay close attention to the many variations of shots the players will use, especially when the breeze gets up. This is where experience and skill comes into play. They're not shy and will use all the tools in their toolbox to adapt.  

Secondly look out for the seriously good punch shots from players - The key to this shot is keeping the ball under the wind and swinging it smooth. Give yourself an extra club, place the ball closer to the back foot (just off centre) and ensure you keep your hands forward upon impact. Considering how firm the course is playing at the moment, if you can master this shot you'll see the benefits yourself.

If you get inspired by the Open and fancy taking your game up a level, you know where I am! 

Click here to get in touch if you would like to organise a lesson

Happy viewing all! 

Ben



Ladies Captains Away Day 

The Ladies Captain Away Day was held at High Elms last Thursday. Peter Ross kindly came along and acted as "Starter" for the 36 ladies as they teed off. 

Three teams came in with 116 points, the best 3 Stableford scores of a team of 4 and on countback the winners were Jerry Edwards, Jenny Manser, Caroline Patterson and Mary Watford. 

Everyone enjoyed the day and thanks once again to Rosemary. 

Men's Captain's Away Day 

Congratulations to Tony Woolford on winning the Men's Captain's Away Day last Monday. 

Tony scored a very impressive 38 points around a very well presented Blackmoor Golf Club. Terry Gay was the runner up with 37 and Myles Carroll finished in 3rd on 33points. 

Ian McGowan won nearest the pin with Andy Hemmett winning the longest drive. 



The entry sheet is now on the board for this year's Pro Am which is to be held on Friday, 28 August. 

The cost for the day will include coffee bacon rolls, 18 holes with a leading PGA Professional in the South Region and a 2 course buffet afterwards along with some wonderful prizes for the leading teams. For any other information, or if your company that you own or work for are interested in sponsoring a hole on the day please contact me.



Metal Bletchingley Bag Tags Purchase 

We are currently looking to see if any members wish to purchase a metal Bletchingley bag tag. The minimum order is 250 pieces. 

If you would like to order one at a cost of £6.00 each, would you kindly please put your name on the sheet on the Pro shop board which can be found in the main corridor. Payment will be required before we order these very nice tags. 

If you would like to see a sample please come and ask me.