Miles Harding East Horton Golf Centre PGA Golf Professional |
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Over the weekend it was brought to my attention that the winners on the European Tour and PGA Tour last week had a combined score of 44-under-par. Yes, 44-under-par! I'd find it hard to argue that today's players are naturally better golfers than the likes of Woods, Mickelson and Singh during their prime; or Faldo, Watson and Seve over their battles; or even as far back as Nicklaus, Player and Palmer. I thought I'd have a little look into the statistics on the PGA Tour and what I found was interesting.
In 2000 there was only one golfer whose average driving distance was above 300 yards and that was John Daly at 301.4 yards. Today there are 83 golfers whose average driving distance is above Daly's, with the longest booming his average drive 334.1 yards down the fairway. Ok, so we've established that there is a huge difference in distance off the tee, but what about their shots into the green? Well back in 2000, leading the way in greens in regulation was Tiger Woods at 75.15% which is almost 10% lower than Paul Casey's 2016 average of 84.72%. All these stats surely point to one thing, scoring average coming down - incorrect. It will come as no surprise that Tiger had by far the lowest scoring average in 2000 at an incredible 67.79. Well fast-forward 16 years and we see Adam Scott averaging 'just' 68.13.
Ive just finished reading a really good book about New Zealand highest ever earning sportsman! Tigers ex caddy Steve Williams here is an article on the book which is quite enlightening.
I have some good bargains for you in the shop this week and some potential Christmas goodies first up we have some GPS devices at unbeatable prices there is one SkyCaddie touch that was £329 now down to £285 or a SkyCaddie Linx watch that was £169 now its £149.
There is also a promotion on the new Bridgestone extra soft balls a double dozen pack is £29.95
And if your good lady is a player I have two TaylorMade AeroBurner drivers that were £229 but to you it's £150! |
TaylorMade PSi irons now in store These irons are suitable for a broad spectrum of players, delivering a classic look and a raft of technologies. We’ve also taken delivery of the Tour version, and with the RSi irons another option, make sure you ask for our fitting advice if you’re thinking about treating yourself with a new set of sticks for Christmas.
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Store welcomes latest generation Callaway Apex
The new Apex CF 16 irons are precision engineered with Callaway’s Cup 360 technology to give you exceptional, consistent ball speed across the face and playability in a forged players iron. What a great opportunity to get yourself sorted and hit the ground running in 2016. Check out the Apex hybrids, too, and speak to us about your fitting options. | find out more |
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