Swing Reminders is headed to the Las Vegas PGA Golf Show. I will be set up in booth #962 on August 26 - 27. If you're in the area, stop by....will have some free stuff to give away.
Check it out at www.pgaexpo.com
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Monday, August 11, 2008
Sunday, August 3, 2008
My Summer Vacation
Well, I survived 12 days on the road visiting family in Tennessee, Virginia, and New York. I played golf in 4 states and Canada. This brings my totals to 259 courses in 24 states and 14 countries. We drove over 2,200 miles after flying almost 1,500 miles. It was a long trip, but well worth it to see family for the first time in awhile.
Here are the courses I played and a short review for each.....
Glenrochie Country Club, Abingdon, Virginia. I played it with my Dad and two of his good friends. I have played it a couple of times before, and it is always in awesome condition. This year was no different. It was a quick awakening from playing basically flat courses in Arizona, going to a very hilly track. I played okay, not as well as I wanted, but do we ever?
Culbertson Hills Golf Resort, Edinboro, Pennsylvania. The Pro Shop staff put me out first at about 6:45 and the course was great. I had forgotten how much dew can be on the grass when your playing golf back east early in the morning. The greens were fast and I couldn't figure out the breaks at all. But, I shot a 79, with two balls in the water and no birdies. I'll take it. If you're in the area, check the course out, it is a good one. www.clubertsonhills.com
Willowbrook Golf Course, Lockport, New York. Head Golf Professional Mark Doel and his staff were great, they worked me in on a busy Saturday morning with a group of members who showed me all the ins and outs of Willowbrook. This 27 hole facility was in good shape, quick greens and nice lush fairways. I played the South and West courses. We had a couple of lightning delays and quick storms that played through. The restaurant and bar were one of the nicest at a public course I have seen. If you're in Western New York, you should take time to play here. www.willowbrook.biz
Niagara On The Lake Golf Course, Ontario, Canada. I found out that this is the oldest continuously operated golf course in North America and changed my plans to play it. The Pro Shop Man - Al, was very helpful and worked me in right away. I played with a member who helped me keep the ball in play on this short, but very tight track. Very cool course, right on the edge of Lake Ontario in a small village with tons of shops. Excellent restaurant that looks out over Lake Ontario and Fort Niagara. Thanks to Head Pro Billy Simkin and his great staff. www.notlgolf.com
Kenny Perry's Country Creek Golf Course, Franklin, Kentucky. This is the course I really wanted to make sure and play on the trip. We drove from Niagara Falls to Franklin in one day, about 12 hours. I was greeted just as I thought I would be, with southern hospitality. The guys in the shop took excellent care of me and got me out with a couple of great local boys, Chris and Shannon. I had a good round of 76, with a 9 on hole #13, a 573 yard, par 5, where I hit my first ball OB and my 5th shot up against a fence. We had a blast, the course is awesome, the whole atmosphere was just how I wanted to end my vacation. If you ever get to this part of the country, you need to play this course. The Pro Shop is full of Kenny Perry memorabilia, including a signed President's Cup Photo from 2005, with all the team members signatures. Just one of many great pieces on display. If I were to retire anyplace besides Southeastern Arizona, it would be next door to Kenny Perry's Country Creek Golf Course.
www.kpcountrycreek.com
Check out the websites for these courses and put them on your list of places to play.
Here is a nice vacation sunset picture looking across Lake Ontario. Nice place to sip a cold one at the end of the day.
Here are the courses I played and a short review for each.....
Glenrochie Country Club, Abingdon, Virginia. I played it with my Dad and two of his good friends. I have played it a couple of times before, and it is always in awesome condition. This year was no different. It was a quick awakening from playing basically flat courses in Arizona, going to a very hilly track. I played okay, not as well as I wanted, but do we ever?
Culbertson Hills Golf Resort, Edinboro, Pennsylvania. The Pro Shop staff put me out first at about 6:45 and the course was great. I had forgotten how much dew can be on the grass when your playing golf back east early in the morning. The greens were fast and I couldn't figure out the breaks at all. But, I shot a 79, with two balls in the water and no birdies. I'll take it. If you're in the area, check the course out, it is a good one. www.clubertsonhills.com
Willowbrook Golf Course, Lockport, New York. Head Golf Professional Mark Doel and his staff were great, they worked me in on a busy Saturday morning with a group of members who showed me all the ins and outs of Willowbrook. This 27 hole facility was in good shape, quick greens and nice lush fairways. I played the South and West courses. We had a couple of lightning delays and quick storms that played through. The restaurant and bar were one of the nicest at a public course I have seen. If you're in Western New York, you should take time to play here. www.willowbrook.biz
Niagara On The Lake Golf Course, Ontario, Canada. I found out that this is the oldest continuously operated golf course in North America and changed my plans to play it. The Pro Shop Man - Al, was very helpful and worked me in right away. I played with a member who helped me keep the ball in play on this short, but very tight track. Very cool course, right on the edge of Lake Ontario in a small village with tons of shops. Excellent restaurant that looks out over Lake Ontario and Fort Niagara. Thanks to Head Pro Billy Simkin and his great staff. www.notlgolf.com
Kenny Perry's Country Creek Golf Course, Franklin, Kentucky. This is the course I really wanted to make sure and play on the trip. We drove from Niagara Falls to Franklin in one day, about 12 hours. I was greeted just as I thought I would be, with southern hospitality. The guys in the shop took excellent care of me and got me out with a couple of great local boys, Chris and Shannon. I had a good round of 76, with a 9 on hole #13, a 573 yard, par 5, where I hit my first ball OB and my 5th shot up against a fence. We had a blast, the course is awesome, the whole atmosphere was just how I wanted to end my vacation. If you ever get to this part of the country, you need to play this course. The Pro Shop is full of Kenny Perry memorabilia, including a signed President's Cup Photo from 2005, with all the team members signatures. Just one of many great pieces on display. If I were to retire anyplace besides Southeastern Arizona, it would be next door to Kenny Perry's Country Creek Golf Course.
www.kpcountrycreek.com
Check out the websites for these courses and put them on your list of places to play.
Here is a nice vacation sunset picture looking across Lake Ontario. Nice place to sip a cold one at the end of the day.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
How Many Courses?
About 15 years ago I decided to set some golf goals. The goals went like this; play 200 golf courses, in 20 countries, all 50 states. Well, I am proud to say that to date I have played 255 Courses, in 13 Countries, 21 States and 1 Territory. Would you believe I have them all databased and that I have score cards for all but 3 courses? Well, it's true, I am that crazy.
In the coming weeks I will be going on a vacation and hope to get 4 more States and Canada. I have it all mapped out, travel times, hotels, course names, tee times, etc... My wife keeps telling me I need to play more golf, how can I say no to that? When I get back, I'll be doing course reviews on the places I play. Wish me luck....I will need some good weather for this trip......FORE.
Countries: United States, Belgium, England, France, Germany, Kuwait, Laos, Netherlands, Panama, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, and Thailand
States: Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.
In the coming weeks I will be going on a vacation and hope to get 4 more States and Canada. I have it all mapped out, travel times, hotels, course names, tee times, etc... My wife keeps telling me I need to play more golf, how can I say no to that? When I get back, I'll be doing course reviews on the places I play. Wish me luck....I will need some good weather for this trip......FORE.
Countries: United States, Belgium, England, France, Germany, Kuwait, Laos, Netherlands, Panama, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, and Thailand
States: Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Newsletter Winners
The answer to the question in the newsletter was - Mark O'Meara, who won The Open Championship in 1998 at Royal Birkdale, the same year he won his first major championship The Masters.
The winners of the new Swing Reminders Golf Shirt and Hat are:
Larry Pelon - Shirt
Stella McCall - Hat
Here is what the new shirts and hats look like. Have a great golf day......
The winners of the new Swing Reminders Golf Shirt and Hat are:
Larry Pelon - Shirt
Stella McCall - Hat
Here is what the new shirts and hats look like. Have a great golf day......
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Tips To Stop Slow Play
Slow play is one of the biggest issues we have today in golf. You can blame it on alot of things, but I really think it comes from players watching golf on television. They see the Pro's taking time to hit shots, line up putts and decide what the wind is doing. So, it just makes sense that they take that to heart and try it themselves. If you're serious about helping to stop slow play, read and follow these simple rules. It will make golf more enjoyable for everyone.
1-Always Be Ready To Hit
-proceed directly to your own ball
-take one practice swing and get set while others are hitting
-hit when ready, even simultaneously if you will not interfere with others
-carry a spare ball in your pocket, when in doubt...hit a provisional
-know the rules of golf, especially those pertaining to out of bounds, water hazards and lost balls
2-Don't Waste Time
-never record your scores on or near the green
-do not leave your cart or bag in front of the green, leave it to the rear of the green on the side nearest the next tee
-give instructions on the driving range, not on the course
-carry an extra ball, tees and ball marker in your pocket
-don't delay your shot when the group ahead is realistically out of range
-lost ball, 5 minutes per group per hole, maximum time
3-On The Tee
-the first player ready to hit should
-other players should wait right next to the tee markers
-after hitting, each player should return to his clubs and be ready to proceed to his ball
4-On The Green
-park your cart and clubs to the rear of the green, in line with the next tee
-line up your putt before it is your turn to putt
-follow the continuous putting rules until you hole out, unless restricted by another players line
5-If The Course Is Busy Do Not Wave Players Through, Instead, KEEP PACE With The Group Ahead
-if the course is quiet, let faster players through, as long as there are open holes ahead and to the rear
6-Use Tees, Bunkers And Other Known Landmarks To Make Errant Shots Easier To Find
1-Always Be Ready To Hit
-proceed directly to your own ball
-take one practice swing and get set while others are hitting
-hit when ready, even simultaneously if you will not interfere with others
-carry a spare ball in your pocket, when in doubt...hit a provisional
-know the rules of golf, especially those pertaining to out of bounds, water hazards and lost balls
2-Don't Waste Time
-never record your scores on or near the green
-do not leave your cart or bag in front of the green, leave it to the rear of the green on the side nearest the next tee
-give instructions on the driving range, not on the course
-carry an extra ball, tees and ball marker in your pocket
-don't delay your shot when the group ahead is realistically out of range
-lost ball, 5 minutes per group per hole, maximum time
3-On The Tee
-the first player ready to hit should
-other players should wait right next to the tee markers
-after hitting, each player should return to his clubs and be ready to proceed to his ball
4-On The Green
-park your cart and clubs to the rear of the green, in line with the next tee
-line up your putt before it is your turn to putt
-follow the continuous putting rules until you hole out, unless restricted by another players line
5-If The Course Is Busy Do Not Wave Players Through, Instead, KEEP PACE With The Group Ahead
-if the course is quiet, let faster players through, as long as there are open holes ahead and to the rear
6-Use Tees, Bunkers And Other Known Landmarks To Make Errant Shots Easier To Find
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