Andrew Butler

Hello Golfers,

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

Enjoy the read.

Club news

Professional Prize

Thank you to everyone who took part in last weekend’s Professional Prize competition. Despite some extremely challenging weather conditions, some excellent scores were returned with the winning score of 40 points being achieved by John Adlington.

All prize winners received credit on their Pro shop account but the real winner on the day was the Captains charity which received donations of almost £450. A massive thank you to all those who took part.

PING fitting day

Will you be attending?

I have now managed to arrange a PING fitting day which will take place on the afternoon of Tuesday, 23 July between 12.00pm and 5.00pm. These days are extremely popular and I would, therefore, recommend anyone who is interested to book an appointment slot for that day as soon as possible.

To book your slot, either give the Pro Shop a call on 01225 742634 or click on the button below.

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Junior news

Junior coaching

It’s great to report that the Junior Coaching programme run every Sunday by Assistant Professional and Junior organiser Liam Snook goes from strength to strength. Coaching numbers are up, participation numbers are up and performance standards are definitely improving.

But more can be done and more juniors are always welcome, so if you know any child who might be interested in trying this great game; why not encourage them to come along to any of Liam's group sessions on Sundays between 1.00pm-2.00pm and 2.00pm-3.00pm.

Tour news

Rory's rapturous round

Rarely, do we see players threaten (or reach) the magical 59 score in Tour-level golf.

So, when McIlroy flirted with exactly this during Sunday's final round of the Canadian Open - whilst being in contention from the start - it was one impressive feat.

The Northern Irishman needed to birdie his final hole for a 59 and was in prime position when his drive split the fairway, only to miss the green with his approach and finish up with a bogey.

Still, McIlroy's magical 61 was more-than-enough to claim his second PGA Tour title of 2019 (as well as eight other top 10s) ahead of this week's U.S. Open at Pebble Beach. Talk about timing.

Courtesy of TaylorMade Golf

It’s Major week...Again

This week sees the world's best head to the West Coast of America to tackle the iconic Pebble Beach Links. It is the sixth time that this magnificent test of golf has hosted the U.S. Open, with the likes of Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson and Tiger Woods having successfully prevailed in years gone by.

Aside from the stunning views, Pebble Beach will be a stern test of accuracy with the smallest greens (by average size) on the PGA Tour this season.

So, who do you think will win? Can Tiger make it a fourth U.S. Open title? Will Rory bring his Canadian Open form to California? Or can Phil Mickelson finally get his hands on the one Major that has eluded him for so long? We don't have to wait much longer to find out!

Promotion news

Earn yourself some money

It's always nice to get something for our old bits and bobs. Take your car for example, with many people now taking the opportunity to get money off a new car by part-exchanging their old car as part of the deal.

Well, we're now running a brilliant offer with our friends at Motocaddy, which will see you get up to £60 back in cash (minimum return is £50) when you trade-in your old electric trolley whilst purchasing a new Motocaddy electric trolley in-store.

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Find the short stuff

If you’re an equipment junkie, there’s nothing quite like standing on the first tee clutching the latest driver – especially, with the marketing promise of faster ball speeds and greater distance firmly in your mind. The question is, should this be your number one priority with the big stick in hand?

Introducing Lynx's Black Cat driver

One driver that will be in a lot of golfers' bags this year is this beauty from Lynx.

What we love most about the Black Cat is that it is suitable for so many different types of golfers, from scratch golfers to high handicappers.

The key to maximising its potential lies in its sole weight set-up, with high and low weights that can be switched around to alter launch and spin conditions.

So, what are you waiting for? Come and have a chat to us in the shop and we can start you on your journey to better golf this summer.

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All bases covered

More and more golfers are utilizing the help of a trolley to transport their clubs around the course nowadays than ever before, resulting in a more enjoyable (and less strenuous) round of golf. But, when it comes to choosing a trolley, how do you know which one to go for?

Motocaddy Z1
push trolley

• Weighs a meagre 6kgs, making it a piece of cake to transport around

• Simple two-step folding system for easy storage

• Friction-free oversized wheels make it easy to push around the course

Verdict – One of the best push trolleys on the market

Motocaddy S1
electric trolley

• Comes with 9-speed options and onboard battery charging for added convenience

• Packed with tech such as sunlight-friendly LCD screen with battery meter & speed indicator

• QUIKFOLD mechanism for easy transportation and storage

Verdict – The best and most advanced 'entry level' trolley

Motocaddy M5 CONNECT electric trolley

• Over 40,000 courses available with front, middle and back distances

• Smartphone notifications, clock, round timer and shot measurement capabilities

• Fully adjustable ergonomic handle and car boot friendly profile for ease of use/storage

Verdict - GPS functionality make this a premium winner

*GPS compatibility through Motocaddy app via Bluetooth connection

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Video of the Week

As the world's best golfers descend upon Pebble Beach for the 2019 US Open this week, we take a look back at every winning moment since 1960. How many of these triumphs do you recall?

I hope you enjoyed the newsletter. Have a great weekend.

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