Avalon Team News
The Avalon team played their first home game of the season against Long Sutton in lovely spring conditions. The match was played at Wells and with a home turf advantage, Wells came out on top. Simon Jackson and Pete Walker first out strolled to a 4 and 2 win. Mike Metcalfe and Malcolm Terry gained a 2 and 1 win playing an interesting match. Jason Huck and Pascal Norman won 2up with Pascal scoring three birdies and playing some fantastic golf. Mark Western and Ian Burr had a tight game in their hands finishing on the 18th with their opponents holing out a long putt for par to win the hole and game 1up. John Baker and Colin Mantle struggled to claims points and unfortunately lost 4 and 3. It was a great start to the season and we hope the Wells Avalon team carry on their success.
Good luck to Mike Metcalfe and Malcolm Terry who will also represent Wells in the Mockerage Cup at Mendip next Saturday.
Jason Huck, Captain.
Stragglers
On Sunday, 3 April 'The Wells GC Stragglers" met to compete for "The Yellow Ball Team Trophy". In all, 23 players with Club Captain, Vice Captain and Chairman invited (as paying guests) played in warm, dry conditions. The winning Team were Bill McCollum (achieved "A hole-in-one" on the 5th), Gary Leigh and Bill Levell with a score of 97 points. Nearest the pin in two was Terry Pearce who donated his winnings to the club charity which this year is "Heads Up" our locally based charity.
Terry Pearce, Captain.
Why Golf Lessons Help?
''Tucked away in one of Jack's weekly emails last year was an invitation to put names in the hat to be drawn for the pleasure of some lessons from Jack. Foremost were keen to promote the use of Golf Club Pros to help improve our game.
Having had success in the draw, I enjoyed five lessons to help me with all aspects of my game. Those of you who played with me last season will have noticed an improvement, except for my short game which has dogged me throughout my golfing life.
In terms of my long game, Jack recommended I changed my grip and take a wider stance at address. I now hit the ball longer, straighter and more consistently.
My putting needed a bit of straightening out as well. Jack got me to think more positively and to consciously follow through on a straighter line, keeping my head still and removing the temptation to involve my hands. The chipping remains a real problem for me. I lost it again completely over the winter months so a return to Jack in March was desperately needed. He emphasised the need to remind myself about my pre-shot routine, to take the club back on a straighter plane and to keep my hands in front of the club as I follow through also with an altered address position. I have at least overcome the jitters as I take my club back and I am hopeful that with plenty of practice I will be able to bring my handicap down as my chipping improves.
If you are like me and have only used the professionals occasionally when your game reaches crisis point, I would thoroughly recommend more regular lessons. Despite not lowering my handicap, Jack has made me a more confident golfer, I also had some success last year in cup competitions as a result and I hope I will lose my reputation as a bit of a bandit as my consistency develops this coming season and myself and Jack are positive the handicap will reduce.''
From Richard Sheard
If you'd like to book a lesson or block of lessons, please don't hesitate to get in contact with any of the professional staff or send me an email here.
Summer Driving Range Opening Hours
No matter how bad the weather is our range will always remain open so you can practice regardless. As the evenings are getting lighter the range opening hours have been extended. The new opening times are as follows:
Monday - 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday - 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday - 8:30am - 8:00pm
Thursday - 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday - 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday - 8:00am - 5:30pm
Sunday - 8:00am - 5:00pm
The floodlit under cover driving range will remain open late on a Wednesday so you can make the most of your practice.
It's your last chance to enter our Masters Sweepstake 2016 (Draw tomorrow at 8pm)
The Masters Golf Tournament is fast approaching with all the top golfers in the world competing at Augusta National. The professional shop will be running a sweepstake leading up to the tournament and a there are some excellent prizes up for grabs!
Our sweepstake can be entered through the professional shop where you will find our sweepstake board. Its £5 per box and the players draw will take place on Wednesday, 6 April so remember to enter in time.
Under Armour clothing at the Masters
Under Armour clothing is a massive company well known all over the world and this week at the Masters golf tournament you will definitely see the brand flashed about. Some of the top golfers in the world wear Under Armour clothing and an increase of Tour players are starting to wear the brand. The technology built into the clothing means your body temperature stays consistent when playing, never over heated and always warm in cold conditions. Their heat gear and cold gear is specially designed with materials to help you perform at your best without having to layer which restricts your swing.
Jordan Spieth World Number Two is one of the many players to be competing at Augusta this week and will be wearing Under Armour. All the shirts worn in the outfits here are available to purchase in our professional shop with a selection of sizes available. We also have a selection of performance trousers, belts, headwear and much more to choose from.
Under Armour shirts from £29.99. Click here to learn more about the range.
Tired of carrying your clubs?
The Motocaddy electric trolleys are back and available for hire here at Wells Golf Club. The Motocaddy S1 will be available to hire for £7.50 per 18 holes. If you would like to book a trolley in advance to avoid disappointment, you can via our professional shop by calling 01749 679059.
TaylorMade Hire Sets
Are you in the market for some TaylorMade clubs? We have a selection of TaylorMade M2 and ladies Kalea hire sets to use on the golf course. You can try these clubs without having to use our driving range and the sets include a full range of woods, irons and a putters.
These sets are available to hire for £20 a round and booking is required in advance through our professional shop. If you choose to purchase TaylorMade clubs in the future after trying out these sets, we will discount the purchase by £20.
Click here to get in touch for more details.
Thinking about starting golf and need some equipment?
Masters have a great box set for any adult beginner. Learning golf doesn't have to be expensive and you can buy a whole set of golf clubs for under £250. Masters Golf have produced a golf package set which is suited for any adult beginner who is thinking of taking up the game. The set includes all the essentials any golfer needs to get them started. The set is a regular men's set and includes:
Driver
3-wood
Hybrid (24 degree)
Steel irons (5 - SW)
Putter
The set comes with a bag and also includes all the head covers for the woods, in addition the set is also available for ladies. Masters package set £229.95.
