The start of the golfing season is here
As you know, each month we run a poll on our website to get your views on the latest golfing stories or upcoming events.
Last month we asked you to vote on who you think would win this week's Masters and it was the most answered poll we've ever run, so thank you.
There were only a few votes between the top two answers, with 'A.N. Other' just beating in-form Dustin Johnson to the top of the poll. It's not surprising that the world number one is right up there as one of your favourites with just under 25% of the votes considering he's won his last three events, with Rory McIlroy leading the British charge with over 20% of you voting for him.
Click here to take part.
I always think that Masters week is the official start of our golfing season as it coincides with the lighter evenings and this year is no exception. Excitement is running high with so many players in good form running in to the week but I guess Dustin Johnson must be hot favourite. However, I like the chances of Justin Rose and also Rory who has had a slightly lower key preparation this year.
What a dramatic weekend it was at the 1st Major of the Women's season, The ANA Inspiration. Lexi Thompson was controversially penalised 4 shots because of video evidence after the event by a television viewer. The penalty incurred forced her in to a play-off which she lost to So Yeon Ryu. There is no doubt that she infringed the rule but the way it was dealt with again shows the game in a bad light.
Click here to view what happened.
Get your game in to shape for summer
Vets and Ladies coaching sessions:
Michael and I are going to be conducting some Group Coaching for Ladies and Vets on Thursday Mornings after Easter. The Vets sessions will be run from 9.30am - 10.30am and the Ladies session from 11am-12pm and the dates are:
- Thursday, 27 April
- Thursday, 4 May
- Thursday, 18 May
- Thursday, 25 May
- Thursday, 8 June
- Thursday, 15 June
Each session will have a specific topic including Driving, Fairway Play, Chipping/Pitching, Sloping Lies, Bunker Play and Putting. You can sign up for sessions individually which are £6 each or book all six sessions for £30 .
Pop in to the pro shop to secure your place.
Summer coaching days:
Michael and I are also offering a chance to have a full day's coaching with us looking at all aspects of the game. The format of these days will be 90 minutes looking at the short game, followed by 90 minutes looking at the long game, we will then break for lunch in the clubhouse.
After lunch we will then go out and play 9 holes working on all aspects of the game in the course environment. These days will be limited to six people so secure your place by booking your slot in the pro shop. Dates for these days are as follws:
- Wednesday, 17 May
- Wednesday, 14 June
- Wednesday, 26 July
- Wednesday, 16 August
- Wednesday, 13 September