Golf Talk Tuesdays - 2021

[pb4uski]

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Originally Posted by zinger1457 I know some executive courses don't have course or slope ratings so scores can't be posted but some are rated and if rated correctly that should compensate for the low scores. One executive course I've played is a par 61 with a course rating of 59 (slope 88) so a score of 74 would calculate to about a 18 handicap.

When I was posting scores on that course I figured as you wrote that the slope and course rating would offset but it didn't... my index dropped like a rock. Part of it might be that my short game is my strength so I was scoring well on that executive course, much closer to par than normally, especially since with so many par 3s I got to tee up often on what would normally be approach shots.

I suspect that it isn't correctly rated.

[Huston55]

I have posted 80 scores in 2022. But, I play lots of 9-hole rounds on the back of my course plus on an executive Par 3 course with DW (who's still learning) which I don't post. So, I'm guessing my total rounds for 2022 (18 hole + 9 hole) are in the 100-120 range.

[frayne]

Jan. 2, shot an 85 yesterday for the first round of 2023. Not good, not bad and I'll take it.

[Midpack]

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Originally Posted by TripleLindy Any recommendations between coaching and fitting? Quote: Originally Posted by pb4uski From what you wrote, it sounds to me like coaching will be more valuable to you. I suspect that there's been some subtle change in your swing as a result of your shoulder injury and rehabilitation. A good coach could tell you whether you need to be refitted or not, but since you were playing well with those clubs before your injury, I suspect it's the indian and not the arrows.

+1, I agree wholeheartedly. But choose carefully, like most professions there are good and bad teaching/golf pros. A good one can do wonders for you if you practice exactly what they suggest. And I’d give it more than one lesson, say 3-4?

[Huston55]

Had my first hole in one today! 108 yds over water. Very happy. Only took 20+ yrs.
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[pb4uski]

Congratulations! Tell us more! What did you use for a club? Who were you with? Did you see it go in? How much did the celebratory drinks cost?

[jollystomper]

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Originally Posted by Huston55 Had my first hole in one today! 108 yds over water. Very happy. Only took 20+ yrs.

Congrats, that is great! The closest I have come is about 9 inches.

[Huston55]

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Originally Posted by pb4uski Congratulations! Tell us more! What did you use for a club? Who were you with? Did you see it go in? How much did the celebratory drinks cost?

108 yds into the wind, 9-iron. It felt good off the club, landed about 2 ft from the cup with a bit of spin and then disappeared into the cup. I couldn’t believe it for a second, even though I saw the whole thing. Then, of course, I said, “Hey, it went in the cup, it went in the cup!!!”

I was playing with my DW ( who’s recently taken up the game) but, she didn’t see it go in; just heard me celebrating and gave me a kiss. We were just a twosome so, drinks were cheap!⛳️🏌️

Got a nice certificate from the Pro Shop.

[Midpack]

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Originally Posted by Huston55 108 yds into the wind, 9-iron. It felt good off the club, landed about 2 ft from the cup with a bit of spin and then disappeared into the cup. I couldn’t believe it for a second, even though I saw the whole thing. Then, of course, I said, “Hey, it went in the cup, it went in the cup!!!” I was playing with my DW ( who’s recently taken up the game) but, she didn’t see it go in; just heard me celebrating and gave me a kiss. We were just a twosome so, drinks were cheap!⛳️🏌️ Got a nice certificate from the Pro Shop.

Congrats, a surreal moment I’m sure.

[frayne]

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Originally Posted by Huston55 Had my first hole in one today! 108 yds over water. Very happy. Only took 20+ yrs. Attachment 44627

Congrats

[zinger1457]

Congratulations Huston! Many manufacturers will send you a 'hole-in-one' certificate or plaque if you used one of their clubs to get it, just need to send them the required information.

[Music Lover]

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Originally Posted by zinger1457 Congratulations Huston! Many manufacturers will send you a 'hole-in-one' certificate or plaque if you used one of their clubs to get it, just need to send them the required information.

One of my friends had a small trophy made with his hole in one ball. I lost mine in the water 2 holes later

[Midpack]

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Originally Posted by Music Lover One of my friends had a small trophy made with his hole in one ball. I lost mine in the water 2 holes later

Sorry to hear that, but it is funny. If I ever get another hole in one (last one was 55 years ago), I will put that ball in my bag for safekeeping until I get home.

[pb4uski]

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Originally Posted by Music Lover One of my friends had a small trophy made with his hole in one ball. I lost mine in the water 2 holes later

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Originally Posted by Midpack Sorry to hear that, but it is funny. If I ever get another hole in one (last one was 55 years ago), I will put that ball bag in my bag for safekeeping until I get home.

Yeah, WADR not retiring a hole-in-one ball crosses the thin line between frugal and cheap.

[Music Lover]

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Originally Posted by Midpack Sorry to hear that, but it is funny. If I ever get another hole in one (last one was 55 years ago), I will put that ball in my bag for safekeeping until I get home.

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Originally Posted by pb4uski Yeah, WADR not retiring a hole-in-one ball crosses the thin line between frugal and cheap.

My hole in one was witnessed by a good friend and knowing that I got one was good enough. I don't need anything else.

[Dawg52]

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Originally Posted by Huston55 108 yds into the wind, 9-iron. It felt good off the club, landed about 2 ft from the cup with a bit of spin and then disappeared into the cup. I couldn’t believe it for a second, even though I saw the whole thing. Then, of course, I said, “Hey, it went in the cup, it went in the cup!!!” I was playing with my DW ( who’s recently taken up the game) but, she didn’t see it go in; just heard me celebrating and gave me a kiss. We were just a twosome so, drinks were cheap!⛳️🏌️ Got a nice certificate from the Pro Shop.

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Originally Posted by pb4uski Yeah, WADR not retiring a hole-in-one ball crosses the thin line between frugal and cheap.

Remember the old 'Club Special' golf ball? I made my first hole in one with one in 1971. I was just a baby back then. Ha. Oh yes.....I got an ashtray with the golf ball mounted on it by Acushnet.....the manufacturer of the ball. I think they've moved on from ashtrays these days.

Congrats Huston55.....a great way to start the year!

[TripleLindy]

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Originally Posted by Huston55 108 yds into the wind, 9-iron. It felt good off the club, landed about 2 ft from the cup with a bit of spin and then disappeared into the cup. I couldn’t believe it for a second, even though I saw the whole thing. Then, of course, I said, “Hey, it went in the cup, it went in the cup!!!” I was playing with my DW ( who’s recently taken up the game) but, she didn’t see it go in; just heard me celebrating and gave me a kiss. We were just a twosome so, drinks were cheap!⛳️🏌️ Got a nice certificate from the Pro Shop.

That is AWESOME! I’ve had a number of very close calls, but the ace remains elusive. The day I broke 80 (hasn’t happened since), a player in the group ahead of ours had an ace. Because the course was backed up that day, our group was standing just off the box and we were witnesses, therefore, we joined them on the 19th hole. Caught up in the euphoria, I also bought a round for breaking 80. Would gladly do it again for an ace.

CONGRATULATIONS!