Hi everyone,
What a wonderful week of Summer weather we have had this week, and it has been very busy out on the golf course. The Failand Plate was contested by a full field last Sunday, and many golfers from as far as Merseyside had made the effort to play in the 36 hole nett competition for 5 to 14 handicapped golfers.
As to plan, our very own Matthew Windo produced some 
consistent golf throughout the day to win the Failand Plate. Rounds of nett 72 and 71 won by a clear two shots even with the stress of Matt's girlfriend expecting Matt's arrival at Temple Meads station after a long trip away. Matt had mistakenly booked the train ticket back from Gatwick for the wrong day and had to rush off at the end of the day! A great performance by Matt.
A quick mention also for James Robinson who not only missed out by one shot in the Gloucestershire County Under 16's Championship last week, but in the Failand Plate he scored the best gross score in the morning of 77.
Full Results:
1st - Matt Windo (143) - Motocaddy electric trolley (£250)
2nd - D Edwards (145) - Motocaddy Cart bag (£150)
3rd - R Lamper (145) - PowaKaddy Twinline trolley (£100)
4th - R Grieve (146) - Travelight Flight Cover (£50)
Best AM Gross (77) James Robinson - Nike Shirt and cap (£50)
Best PM Gross (78) Lewys Charles - Nike Shirt and Cap (£50)
Best AM Nett (68) A Mallard - Nike Shirt and Cap (£50)
Best PM Nett (69) M Parker - Nike Shirt and Cap (£50)
Chris Wood put in another good performance in the Spanish Open at PGA Cataluna on the weekend. In contention going into the final day, he started well, only to bogey six out of seven holes to the turn dropping way down the leaderboard. Three birdies on the back nine pushed him back into the top ten to finish tied seventh. After a late flight home on Sunday night, he got up early on Monday to drive to Surrey to hold a clinic for Mizuno with Luke Donald, and then onto Wentworth the following day for a practice round for the BMW PGA Championships. He played with Sir Ian Botham, Brian Lara and Allan Lamb in yesterday's Pro Am and certainly enjoyed their company. No rest for the wicked!
Chris and I have been really focusing on the mental side of his game this past month, and so far it has made a big difference to his game. This week is a huge week for Chris and he will no doubt be trying his upmost to win although it won't be easy as most of the top European players are competing this year including, Luke Donald, Rory McIlroy, Lee Westwood, Ian Poulter and Justin Rose. The course is in fantastic condition and will play fiddly once the tournament directors tuck the pins into difficult positions.
Bristol and Clifton's Attached Playing Professional, Paul Reed plays his third event of the year on the EuroPro Tour in Northumberland and is eager to get his third career win. For score updates, please click here.
Just a quickie.........
Don't forget Tri Golf for the really young ones on Saturday mornings. Click here to get in touch for dates and times.
It's our 'Get Into Golf Day' opposite the Mall Pub in Clifton next Thursday between 11am - 3pm where we will be promoting the club and our services to the local community. We are looking to attract newcomers of all ages to the game, and we will have a giant inflatable net and putting course. This should be great fun especially as it is so close to the pub! Please spread the word.
Academy Fitting Day
Our Academy Fitting Day is fast approaching. Next Saturday we will be giving FREE fittings and advice on the range and the putting green. Scotty Cameron and PING have kindly sent us fifty demonstration putters for all of you to try on the day. Luke, Andy, Kris and myself will be on hand to give you the latest information and fitting specifications to get the little white ball in the hole more consistently. Come along and try them.
PING, Titleist or TaylorMade FlightScope wood or iron fittings need to be booked in advance via the shop, and I believe there are a few spaces remaining so please get in touch asap.
We are also running four Ladies only beginner lessons with Paul on Friday 6th June, 13th June, 27th June and 11th July 10am-11am. These sessions are FREE to all participants, but booking is needed to keep the size of the sessions small.
