Golfing At Laurentide Golf Course

Playing golf at anytime is generally a good time. Yesterday, I played a round at the Laurentide Golf Course with my very good friend Blair. We have been playing golf together for a long time, however this year we only played about five times together. Regardless, our round yesterday was one of the best of the season. We played fairly well ( I shot 77 and Blair shot 83) considering the challenges the greens at Laurentide presented. Every hole was an adventure that I would gladly do again at anytime.

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Tossing the Ball on the Green

Putting and chipping are very personal skills in golf. I do not think any two players think, scrutinize or execute these shots in the same way. Over the years, I have used a simple drill that helped me judge the speed of the greens before I place a club in my hand. Within in 5 minutes, I have a very good understanding on how the ball will release, whether the greens are soft or hard, and if the greens are running true. Interested? Then keep reading. Continue reading