Miles Harding

Hello Golfers,

Welcome to another edition of our newsletter, in this week’s mail it was an impressive win for Team Europe in the Ryder Cup, we have recent results from around the club, and I talk speed golf in a recent chat with the BBC. Enjoy the read!

The Ryder Cup

Team Europe, wow wow wow!

I never saw that coming, it just goes to show how far team spirit and determination can get you, so many of the Europeans excelled and the superstars of the USA did not.

The course reminded me of Greenwood 2016, fairway one stripe of semi then jungle! So much better this year, I am sure you will all agree.

Competition news

Greenwood Stableford

Division one was won by big hitting Dan Switzer on 41pts, Division Two was won by Daryl Catlyn on 39 points and Division Three was won by my man and the ever improving Peter Fox.This week is the final cup competition of the year as we play the Marwell Trophy which is a greenwood medal.

HowDidIDo Order of Merit

Well the HowDidIDo Titleist Order of Merit has finished and with it, the FootJoy Club League. It was a close run competition over the 6 months with the lead changing after every competition in the first few months. The decisive blow was made in the Club Championship when our FootJoy Club League winner Danny France shot a 1300 point round! After that he was hard to catch and even when we had a few late entries, he managed to hold on. Congratulations Danny, the trophy has been ordered and we will sort out a little presentation for you in the coming weeks.

Thanks to everyone who took the time to enter online at HowDidIDo, we had 31 entries this year which was 21 more than last year. Hopefully when it comes around again next April we can get some more! Remember it is FREE to enter on the HowDidIDo website and they take care of all the scoring and points, all you have to do is enter the medal comps at the club. I will be reminding people in March through Miles's weekly email and the East Horton FB page. Having talked with Miles at the weekend there could be a shake-up of the competition schedule next year which would really help this competition so watch this space! Top 5 final positions:

Congrats again Danny and see you all next year!

Pro's news

Speed golf

Nice little snippet from BBC Radio Solent about speed golf, they made me run about on my dodgy knee and never used it though!

Click here to have a watch.

To sleeve or not to sleeve

Being underprepared when you're out on the course is a blunder which we've all been guilty of making. As the cold weather starts rolling in, you need to start thinking about some layering pieces that keep you warm and dry, but also lets you have freedom of movement during your round. Luckily for you, we have just the answer.

Under Armour Storm Daytona 1/2 zip

Under Armour has given you a perfect solution in the form of this pullover. The stretch panels at the shoulders allow for added mobility in the swing, whilst the double-knit insulation panels pack incredible warmtha and are still soft to the touch. The material also wicks sweat and dries quickly, ensuring a constant body temperature through the whole round.

Under Armour Storm Daytona vest

If you prefer the gilet look, why not try this Storm Daytona vest? It has all the same features as its 1/2 zip counterpart, making for minimal distractions during your round. The three colourway choices are all distinctive and unique in their own right, and add a nice dose of style into the mix.

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The best of the best

Some fantastic iron sets have been released over the course of 2018 and here are our top picks for everyone from high-handicappers to scratch golfers. We stock multiple brands in-store so do come and speak to us about which clubs will be best suited to your game.

Game Improver Irons
Callaway Rogue X

If you're looking for your handicap to tumble then be sure to try this iron model. You can expect to experience higher launching shots, longer carries plus more consistent distance on your off-centre strikes thanks to Callaway's innovative technology.

Players' Irons
Callaway X Forged

This model is geared around maximizing feel and shot shaping, ensuring as much workability as possible, so that you can attack pins no matter their position on the green. All-in-all, the X Forged is a true beauty for any single-figure golfer.

Ladies Irons
Callaway Rogue W

We've had plenty of women golfers leave the pro shop satisfied after being custom fitted for Callaway's Rogue W irons. Ultra-lightweight and with a wide sole for extra forgiveness, these irons are specifically designed with lady golfers in mind.

explore Callaway's range >

Spotlight: New Srixon balls

When you've got a great product, there's no need to make wholesale changes just for the sake of it but, instead, little refinements can go a long way.

This is exactly what Srixon has done in the new Soft Feel and UltiSoft golf balls for 2018. The Soft Feel is ideal for golfers looking to maximise distance, whereas the UltiSoft is the choice for slower swinging golfers - both of which are available in-store now.

learn more >

Video of the Week

The Europeans played some incredible golf to win the Ryder Cup over the weekend, and here's how a tense final day unfolded at Le Golf National in Paris.

I hope you have a great week.

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