Mark Allen

Hello Golfers,

Welcome to the latest edition of our weekly newsletter. In this week's email we ask you to settle a debate that we've been having, we answer a question that we hear all too often in the shop, and we take a closer look at some of the products sitting on the shelf.

Enjoy the read.

Monthly Poll

Time to settle the debate

When it comes down to watching golf on TV there are two types of tournaments: birdie feasts where the winning score is double-digit under par and the level-par struggle where victory is secured with a 72-hole total somewhere around par.

Sometimes the world’s best tear apart the courses they’re playing – supposedly the hardest tests in golf – by booming drivers 320+ yards on every hole and leaving just a flick to the green. But there are also times when they seem almost human, scratching around in a desperate attempt to salvage a par like in The Open Championship.

So, the question we’re asking is: which do you prefer to watch? Do you like to see birdie after birdie on TV or does the ability to grind out pars with the occasional birdie make for better viewing for you? Let us know by clicking on the link below.

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Pro's news

Welcome back Tom

I'm sure you will join me in welcoming Tom Clements back to the Pro Shop team. As many of you will know Tom worked for me for two years before moving on to a job in financial services.

He has now decided to complete his Foundation Degree with the PGA and will do so over the next year here at Eaton Golf Club.

Tom is a very fine player having won the Norfolk open on a number of occasions as well as the Norfolk Amateur Championship but his main focus this year is to build a really strong coaching business.

He will be immediately available for lessons so please get in contact with him if you would like to improve your game.

Coaching news

Girls Golf Rocks

One of Tom's first duties was to deliver a Girls Golf Rocks group coaching session at the weekend. This is an England Golf initiative to get more girls and young women playing the game. It was a great success with 11 girls attending and Tom will be running a follow-up 5 week course of lessons for the girls to hopefully introduce them to this great game.

Tom will also be running the Junior Academy on Saturday afternoons so if you have a son/daughter/grandson/granddaughter who would like to try the game contact tom at tomclementsgolf@gmail.com.

Shop news

Get with the times

If you're not using a Lithium battery with your electric trolley then why not? They charge quicker, last longer and work out far cheaper in the long run than standard Lead Acid alternatives. Right now we're offering you £25 when you trade-in your old battery against a new Lithium one - a fantastic opportunity to save yourself some money.

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Fitting news

Manufacturer Fitting Days

The latest addition to our Fitting Day schedule this year is a Short game day with Titleist which will be a great opportunity to try the latest Scotty Cameron putters and Vokey SM7 wedges.

The date for this event is Tuesday, 15 May between 2-6pm.

To back up our own launch days I have now secured four fitting days with different manufacturers where you can be fitted for new equipment, Callaway and Mizuno will be coming to Eaton Golf Club over the next few weeks with full ranges of equipment and Launch monitor technology.

These are great opportunities to be fitted for the latest clubs with a phenomenal range of shaft options to get the best fit for your game. The dates of these events are below and are bookable through the Pro Shop:

Wednesday, 25 April - Mizuno Fitting Day

Wednesday, 2 May - Callaway Fitting Day - #PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF DATE#

Tuesday, 15 May - Titleist Short game fitting day

Click here and get in touch if you would like to book your place for one of these events.

We are the Custom Fit experts

Over the last few weeks we have had many members taking advantage of our GC2 technology having fittings to determine which is the best equipment for their game.

This is the perfect time to book a fitting with one of the team so that you have your new equipment in time for the new season. Remember that we fit Titleist, PING, Cobra, Mizuno, Lynx and Callaway which provides lots of choice.

All our equipment is also priced very competitively as we are constantly monitoring the prices of our competitors both Online and on the High street. We can also help you to liquidate your old clubs as well so remember to Shop local and support your Pro Shop.

Click here and get in touch to book a fitting.

Consider a smart new look

As it seems to do every year, the Masters has ignited the season and prompted many of you to dust off your clubs and take to the course.

If this is you and you haven't been in the shop recently, make sure you come and take a look around as we have some fantastic new products sitting on the shelves, including our club crested range of apparel.

This Glenmuir Hatfield polo is a great option as it combines a modern look with subtle detail to create a really stylish shirt. It's made from high-performance stretch fabric that is manufactured to work with your swing; a huge benefit of buying golf-specific clothing from us rather than a cheap polo from the high street.

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Are you a V or X?

When it comes to golf balls, there are two questions we hear on an almost daily basis, both concerning Titleist’s Pro V1 and Pro V1x. So we thought we’d take this opportunity to let you all know the answers...

What’s the difference between V and X?
Both of the Pro V1 balls are designed to provide long and short game performance, but there are subtle differences from tee-to-green.

While both feel soft, the Pro V1 is a little softer and has a penetrating flight that delivers more roll from the tee, whereas the Pro V1x feels firmer and flies higher.

Which one should I play?
If it’s a straight shootout between the Pro V1 and Pro V1x, then you’re going to benefit from distance, control and feel either way.

Both models are used on tour by players such as Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas, but it really comes down to your personal feel preference and which characteristics suit your game, which we can discuss during a ball fitting.

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Seen something you like?

We understand the convenience of shopping online, which is why we have our own Click and Collect solution in place.

It houses lots of the latest golfing products to hit the market, including stuff that we don’t stock in-store, all of which you can purchase online and collect from us in-store at your leisure. Click on the button below to explore our range.

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Srixon Free Ball Personalisation - from £19.99

Video of the Week

Improving your short game is a sure-fire way to lowering your handicap, so investing in new wedges that are perfectly suited to your swing is a must. Watch this video as Foremost TV takes a closer look at the new Vokey SM7 wedges that have recently arrived in-store.

Hope you enjoyed this week's newsletter and have a good golfing week!

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