Do you have a blind spot on the golf course? You know, that one shot you always try to make, but for some reason you are rarely successful. I think we all have one….well I know I do. It is that one shot that after every attempt, you tell your self that you know you can make it. Sometimes this shot costs a couple of extra strokes and other times we just get lucky. Continue reading
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Blade or Mallet Putter?
I recently went putter shopping. I have used my current putter for about 25 years. I purchased it with my Mom in Nova Scotia and as such has great sentimental value. I have putted well with this club, but decided it was time for a change. Basically, I have lost the feel for my old putter and decided to open the purse strings for a new one.
I have always felt that putting is the great equalizer and after 25 years, it was time for a change. Before everyone asks why change if my putter was working, the quick answer was that I notice an increase in my flat stick scores, so it was time to change. Continue reading
My 2017 Golf Season Report Card
My 2017 golf season had many ups and downs. I have a few highlights where I exceed expectations and a few low points I would like to forget. Before I go further into some of the details, I want to say up front that I am grateful for all the golf I played and I am looking forward to 2018 all ready. Continue reading
#GolfChat Tuesdays
Do you like to talk golf? Are you interested in talking to like-minded golfers who answer questions that probe all aspects of golf. Then you need to check out #GolfChat! Continue reading
Gimmie Putts, Are they a Thing?
Gimmie putts are a thing. Regardless of who we are playing with, we have told our playing partners to pick up their ball. Sometimes it is a mercy gimmie and sometimes it is for strategy, but gimmies are an unofficial part of golf. Last year, I played over 80 rounds of golf and except for tournaments, I will pick up my ball from time to time when playing. Is this fair, probably not, but it is a reality of modern golf. Continue reading
