Rob McNicholas

Hello golfers,

Welcome to our final newsletter of 2017. In this week's email, we have a coaching video from Andy Sullivan helping you to overcome a very common struggle for amateur golfers, we talk you through the best way to ensure you play better golf in 2018, and we have some last minute gift ideas. Enjoy the read.

Seniors section

New Seniors Captain

At the CAGU AGM at Royal Girton GC last Tuesday night Graham Goodman became Cambridgeshire Seniors Captain. This is a great honour for Saffron Walden Golf Club as the only time we have had a county senior’s captain was Peter Taylor back in 2004.

After captaining the SWGC winning scratch team for 7 years, Graham played in the victorious CAGU Seniors Foursomes team that won the regional qualifying for the Southern Counties and finished 3rd in the finals this year.

He leads a strong CAGU Seniors side next year in search for Anglia and Midland League honours. Also representing the CAGU Seniors this year has been Steve Plumb, David Burt and Kevin Hayes.

David Orwell new CAGU President
and Graham Goodman

Junior golf

Junior European Open Finals

The Junior European Open Finals is held in Alcadiesa Spain. 88 Boys qualified from all over Europe and played under 18 off scratch. The majority of the boys were 16-18 years old.

On the 1st day Josh Izod shot 10 over par, 2nd day he shot 12 over par in very windy conditions, 3rd day he shot 7 over par and in a separate competition on the final day of the tournament Josh shot 5 over par. He was really pleased with his results as the course was over 7000m long/par 74 with many hazards. Tee to green Josh played very well but this was the 1st time Josh has played with the grain of bermuda grass which took some getting used to.

The week came to an end with the Sky sports presentation dinner where David Livingstone presented Josh with his trophy for winning his qualifier.

CAGU County Cup

This is a 9 hole, short game competition and Josh has played each month throughout 2017. His best six scores count, which included him recording a two under par round equaling the course record.

Josh was unable to play in the final as he was on the plane returning from his tournament in Spain, however he had gone in to the final weekend with a 6 shot lead and the competition were unable to catch him up. Josh was also drawing 1st place in the 18 and under too, but unfortunately needed to be able to play in the final in order to try for that title too.

Here is picture of Josh with his CAGU County Cup and trophy for winning the 12 and under.

Josh Izod

Shop news

Gifts for Christmas

The Christmas Shop is open from 7:30-4pm every day, with an easy lay out and presents to suit all, the Pro Shop team can help you find your Christmas gifts for friends and family.

If you are struggling with a gift idea, vouchers are still available for the shop & lessons. We have a new winter offer on a 9 hole playing lessons which includes playing with a Professional, course management, green reading and advice on club selection - for ONLY £60!

Don't forget about my Christmas Specials! There is £50 guaranteed trade in against Scotty Cameron putters, £50 OFF a Galvin Green suit, Up to £20 bag trade in and £20 ECCO shoe trade in as well as many other bargains!

We look forward to seeing you soon.

Coaching news

Monday Lady Members Coaching Sessions

Sessions are still going ahead over the winter months! Keep you swing in shape for an hour once a week to get you ready for the season next year. Only £8 per week, sign up in the ladies changing rooms, each week covering a different part of your game to improve. Open to all lady members with ANY handicap, ran by Aaron & Sarah.

Refreshers Afternoon Practice Sessions

Coaching, Practice Sessions on the 10th and 17th are both fully booked with reserves on the list! This will restart again next year so please let Sarah know if you are interested in joining any of the groups and she will add you to the email list!

Sarah Smith, PGA Professional’s Email- sarah@smithperformancegolf.co.uk | Telephone- 01799 522786

Junior Coaching Programme

Saturdays 10:00,11:00 & 12noon
16th & 23rd December

Sundays 10:00 & 11:00am
17th, 24th & 31st December

6 Week Programme At Saffron Walden Golf Club

The first 5 weeks will involve learning, long game, short game, putting & skills based challenges. The final week includes an exciting competition!

Only £40 For 6 Weeks! £8 per session for roll up on the day.

Book Now To Secure Your Place, Maximum Of 10 In A Group:

Rob McNicholas, Aaron Howard & Sarah Smith, PGA Professional’s Email- rob@swgc.com | sarah@smithperformancegolf.co.uk | Telephone- 01799 522786