Patrick Smith

Hello Golfers,

Welcome to another exciting edition of the weekly newsletter bringing you all of the latest goings-on from around the club.

Enjoy this week's read.

Course news

We’re up and running

Finally the sun has come and out and what a great feeling, it’s been so long and it was starting to feel like good weather would never come our way.

I have been teaching in the practice ground for the last two days and it’s been a nice change compared to the studio which I’ve been in for the last 6 months.

The studio will remain open and we will be using the studio through the summer but will mainly be for self practice, gap testing and custom fitting.

The course is really starting to take shape now and the more the sun shines the better the course will dry out and look even better.

Coaching news

Get into Golf

Also this week we have started our get in to golf session. This is a group session to encourage people who are thinking about golf to come and have a go and see what they think. It’s a 5 week course for £25 and then we will offer the same again and all being well we can get some to sign up to our academy partnership.

Club news

KGC 'A' side

Team Captain Mark Dudley led his KGC 'A' side to a thrilling 2-1 victory over visitors Kings Norton at Kidderminster today. This win sees them through to the final which will be played at Blackwell on April 29th. In addition to Mark our club was admirably represented by Luke Rogers, Aubrey Pearson, Craig Richardson, Callum Hutchinson and James Bulmer.

Many congratulations to the whole team and the very best of luck in the final - bring home that trophy lads!!!

Congratulations to Martin Roberts and Paul Burkes for winning the Jubilee Cups final yesterday!

Henry James Wins Europro Tour Card

KGC's Henry James finished third at the first stage of the PGA EuroPro qualifying event at Frilford Heath GC and subsequently made the cut at the final stage to secure his tour card for the year.

From everyone at the club Henry, very well done and good luck!!

Shop news

Trolley trade in

Is your trolley past its sell be date? Does your trolley look like the one below?

We will give you £50 for any electric trolley against a new Motocaddy trolley. What a deal.

One week left to take advantage

It's been great seeing so many of you take advantage of our latest promotion. Whether you want to stock up on balls for the season ahead or simply want one dozen FREE, now is the perfect time to get yourself sorted as we're offering you four dozen for the price of three on personalised Titleist Pro V1 and Pro V1x golf balls.

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The 3rd generation is almost here

Landing in-store early next month will be the brand new XR Speed driver and fairway wood from Callaway. The main attribute of the range is the increase in speed, which ultimately leads to greater distance – something we are all looking for. With ladies and men’s options available, click on the button below if you want to be one of the first golfers to try it out.

What’s hot at the moment?

This week we have still been busy fitting both in the studio and outside.

What have we fitted this week?
TaylorMade M3 driver 9 degree
TaylorMade M4 driver 12 degree
TaylorMade M4 driver 12 degree
PING G700 irons in steel 5-PW
Vokey wedge 56 degree
Vokey wedge 52 degree
Vokey wedge 56 degree
Vokey wedge 60 degree

Pro's news

Thanks for everything Ethan

It was Ethan’s last day working at the Pro Shop last Sunday as he ventures to pastures new. Ethan has been a very big asset to the Pro Shop over the last few years and even when he went to university at Cheltenham he still came back at weekends to work. A big thanks to Ethan for his hard work and dedication over the past few years and we wish him well in the future. Good times and great memories made.

What’s the pro shop staff up to?

This week is a busy week coaching, Noel is away Thursday playing Ludlow and Friday playing Malvern. Matt (little beef) is working extremely hard and playing with many members to get to know people. My dad is very quite on the trolley front as the trolleys are made so much better these days.

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.

explore Glenmuir's range >

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.

watch our video >

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.

explore Click and Collect >

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.

I hope you enjoy the rest of the newsletter, have a great week.

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