Gavin Lunny

Now that we've made our way into July, we hope you'll be able to enjoy even more golf during the week and on weekends. As always, if you'd like to ask us anything or get in touch, send us a message here. We have had a great reaction to our wed

Hello Golfers,

We have had a great reaction to our wedge article which we have run in our newsletter over the past few weeks and I have included again. Having your wedges and putter fitted to you is an often-overlooked section of your golf bag and yet we play a shot inside 20 yards on every single hole. The length, lie angle, loft, grip size and head type are all relevant and can be fitted to your stroke rather than having to change your style. Trying to “perfect” a straight back and straight through stroke has been shown to go against your body’s natural movement making it almost impossible to achieve.

If you would like a putter fitting or lesson please click here and we would be delighted to show you how to improve your short game and shoot lower scores!

Enjoy the read!

Competition news

Back to competitive golf

Welcome back to competitive golf! This week as we know, is the start of our competitive season and the next few months will be very busy as we try to catch up as much as possible on what we have missed so far this season.

For some of you, it will be challenging having a card back in your hand and having to count every shot but this would be normal after a long break and you will soon get back into your game, so stay patient and work on your weaknesses over the coming weeks.

Enter now

Don’t forget now that competitions are back and our 2s competition will also be available. All you have to do is enter in the pro shop.

- €2 to enter
- Only one 2 needed to qualify
- Winners share equally the entire pot
- Prize is credit to same value in the pro shop

Good luck!

Fitting news

Mind the gap

I am always encouraging golfers to get custom fitted for their clubs whatever level they play to. The benefits cannot be overstated as technology has made a big difference to how we play today and with much technology available it is good to know you have the correct clubs in your bag.

One club that is often overlooked in this regard is your wedges. Most sets now require a "gap wedge" between your Pitching Wedge and Sand Wedge to give you even increments and distances but many golfers still play with a Pitching Wedge and a Sand wedge only. I'm sure you have often heard of the word "bounce" and its effect on how we strike our shots and use the club's profile to improve contact and spin (bounce is basically the angle between the very bottom edge of the club and leading-edge or bottom of the face).

We have always known that bounce was important but a relatively recent study by Stephen Orr (former tour player) and Dr. Robert Neal (leading biomechanist) found, using robotic testing that when we delivered the club in the correct way, bounce created strike forgiveness of up to 10 inches behind the ball! Yes, that means that from a good lie, you can make contact with the ground 10 inches before impact and still hit a reasonable shot! All the more reason for you to be correctly fitted for your wedges and also to understand what good technique actually is.

If you would like an assessment of your wedges or would like to get more from your short game please click here to book a fitting or short game lesson where I can take you through what you need to know.

Golf on Tour

And the streak continues

Dustin Johnson is a remarkable golfer. Sorry for stating the obvious – he is third in the Official World Golf Rankings after all – but his record speaks for itself.

His victory at the weekend was his 21st in total. It was also the 13th season in a row that DJ has won on the PGA Tour. To put that into perspective, only Palmer (17), Nicklaus (17) and Woods (14) boast a better record to start off their careers.

The only question mark hanging over his head is his inability to get over the line in Major championships, with just a sole U.S. Open victory to his name thus far. Maybe the big-hitting American is finding his form at the perfect time with an exciting few months ahead in the world of golf.

If you're looking for more consistency in your game, we can certainly help. Send us a message via the button below.

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How has your putting been?

We all missed golf and we’re all delighted to be back on the course, especially now that the sun is shining. But, in all our excitement, it’s easy to forget the importance of checking the shape of our game. So, how is your putting?

You’ve heard it a million times before, but a round of golf really is decided on the greens. A couple more up-and-downs and a few less three-putts can drastically improve your scorecard.

So, let’s make sure you have the right putter in your bag. PING’s Heppler putter range is designed for golfers desiring a firmer feel and satisfying sound on impact. Whatever you need, we will ensure you find it.

Challenge us to find your perfect putter by calling us on 003531272 1866 opt 2, or visit our website via the button below.

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A couple of options worth trying

Do you regularly buy new balls or do you use any old one that you can find on the course? You may be surprised by how much the right golf ball can help.

Callaway Chrome Soft Triple Track Golf Balls

With the advanced technology of today, golf balls can make a real difference to your game. Whether you’re after more distance off the tee, spin around the greens or feel in your putting, there’s a golf ball out there for you. And, with our expert advice, we can find the right golf ball for you and your game.

If you struggle with putting alignment, Callaway's Chrome Soft is available with Triple Track alignment, making it easier than ever to line-up your putts correctly. Meanwhile, Callaway’s Supersoft balls help game-improvers drive the ball further with fantastic feel.

You can visit our website via the button below or call us on 003531272 1866 opt 2 for more information on Callaway golf balls and finding the right ball for you.

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Spotlight | New Motocaddy bags

Whatever you want from your golf bag, look no further than Motocaddy's range.

Lightweight stand bag
Waterproof cart bag
A bag that doesn't fall off your trolley

You can view the full range on our website via the button below, but we want to quickly talk about one feature that all these bags have in common: Easilock technology.

It's a pretty smart feature that locks the base of your bag to your Motocaddy trolley, meaning there's no need for a bottom bag strap or to worry about your bag tipping over.

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I hope you enjoyed reading the articles, and that you have a great weekend.

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