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FEB MOT's - NEW FOR 2024

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FEB MOT's - NEW FOR 2024

MOT your golf game and make 2024 your best year EVER….!!

Our February MOT. We have learnt so much from previous years, we now believe we have the perfect pre season model to offer all our THSG Pupils.

We see February as a key time of the year to analyse our all round game and a great time to help our pupils hit their goals. The MOT's are designed to offer a platform for improvement, we review and analysis all areas of your game from your equipment to your performance out on the course. This really is the first stepping stone to improving your mindset both on and off the course.  

New for 2024

We are excited to announce we now offer trolley repair services at the THSG. We are now offering a full and comprehensive trolley repair service here at the club. There’s never been a better time to offer this type of service with power trolley prices at an all time high. Prolonging the life of your power trolley with a basic yearly service can save you £’s in the long run. This service will allow you to proactively look after your trolley and flag up any potential issues before they become too serious. Our basic service is £55. 

Golf Trolley Servicing - £55

Our servicing includes the following - 

·       Remove wheels. Check condition and ensure correct operation of locking system.

·       Remove lower covers. Clean

·       Assess condition of wheel bearings Lubricate.

·       Replace front bearings if worn (£10 supplement). Advise if rear bearings need replacement. 

·       Remove drive motor, re-grease.

·       Check wiring and connections in lower case.

·       Lubricate all folding joints.

·       Remove handle. Check circuit boards and wiring, tighten control switch as appropriate. 

·       Reassemble and test

We will also check for - 

·       Golf trolley water damage repair

·       Golf trolley wiring repair

·       Golf trolley accidental damage

·       Golf trolley battery inspection and testing

·       Golf trolley charger inspection and testing

·       Golf trolley electrical faults

·       Golf trolley mechanical faults

The only other cost of getting your golf trolley serviced will be the parts required.

A full report will be sent to the customer before any major work is carried out.  

We recommend that your trolley should be serviced every year with a worst case scenario of every other year.

This year we have devised 3 grades of MOT. 

The Silver MOT (30 minutes) cost - £15

This is designed to give you a basic overview of your game, you will walk away with a report on your equipment including grips, suitability of clubs and a loft/lie check on your most used irons. We will also review other key areas of your equipment including golf shoe analysis which is fast becoming a key area to improving performance. 

The Gold Package (60 minutes) cost - £55

This a comprehensive cover of your overall game including a 20 minute swing check in the performance lab. We will cover all aspects of your game and review your performance through 2021. We will also set SMART goals for the coming year. You will receive a full loft, lie, grip and shoe analysis and receive a gapping analysis on your scoring clubs (PW, 9, 8 & 7). 

** Professionals available on this package - Zach Galliford & James Dobbs **

The Platinum Package (120 minutes) cost - £110

This bespoke package is the ultimate solution in our program. You will receive a 4 hole playing assessment out on the course followed by a swing assessment held in the performance lab. We will give you a comprehensive analysis on your loft and lies of every club and also take your through a grip fitting. Other aspects such as shoe analysis will also be covered.  SMART goals will be set and swing advice sent to your email. You will also receive a free voucher for a gapping session for your whole bag, worth £30.

** Professionals available on this package - Zach Galliford & James Dobbs **

This years Feb MOT's are in conjunction with Masters Golf, for all your golf accessories and re-gripping needs. Book any MOT and receive a special 15% OFF discount on all repairs and re-grips. We will be stocking all grips this year including Golf Pride, Lamkin, Superstroke and Ping

** Please note pre-booking is essential as we only have a limited number of appointments with each professional through February. **

TO BOOK YOUR SESSION PLEASE EMAIL - 
thsgproshop@gmail.com and quote your package. 

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Pro Career Beckons for Niall

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Pro Career Beckons for Niall

We have all followed Niall’s career from watching him play as a junior to now taking his first steps into the professional ranks. Personally it’s been an amazing journey for me watching him develop both on and off the golf course. His hard work and determination to be better each day is what sets him apart from the rest. I have know doubt over the next 5 years of his life he will put 110% in being better each day.

Niall starts his journey on the up and coming Clutch pro tour which is a UK wide tour with 25+ events. They are a forward thinking tour with lots of new ideas for tournaments including amateurs, juniors and touring professionals.

As he embarks on his new career the excitement builds with his second tournament at the prestigious Princes Golf Club, Kent. He has been working hard over the last few months maintaining his fitness and mental well being. He has also been working for the greens team earning money to fund his dream.

Niall is actively looking for sponsors and has written up proposals for anyone who is interested in helping him out during his journey. The average tournament is around £300-£400 in entry and expenses, he is looking to play around 20 tournaments this year. He has already received support from members at ROWGC which has hugely helped fund his future.

If you would like to help Niall and be a part of his journey, please click below.

Niall’s Schedule

Niall’s Sponsorship Proposal

Niall’s Five Year Plan

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March Group Clinics

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March Group Clinics

March is the perfect month to PLAN, ACT and REVIEW your game. Strengths and Weaknesses, what part of the game is letting you down ?? Whats going to make the biggest difference heading into the 2020 summer golfing season. Dont keep putting your improvement off, your improvement plan needs to start in March if you haven’t done so already.

Group sessions are a great way to learn with link minded golfers in an interactive environment. We cover all areas and especially through March with some new look sessions.

This is the perfect time of year to work on your game away from competitive competitions. Investing time into your game in the off season will allow you to improve, change patterns and look forward to hitting your goals in 2020.

Sunday 8th March - 11am-12noon - Unlock The Power In 2020

Venue - Range / Driver & Tees

Our game is changing and we are heading into a new era of golfer on the PGA tour, 300+yards is now the norm on the tour but what can we learn from how they do it. We have never before known as much as we know about driver the ball further. Key moves and key positions are a must when trying to gain distance, during this sessions we will pick out and implement these key areas of the swing.

Monday 9th March 11-30am-12-30pm - How To Make 2020 The Best Ball Striking Year Ever!

Venue - Driving Range / 9,8,7 & 6 iron

Approach play is certainly a key area of the game when we are talking about lowering scores. The importance of a centr’d strike is really what the game is all about and without this, we can’t control the desired result of any shot. We will cover the key fundamentals of better ball striking and delve into what we see in the worlds greatest ball strikers.

Saturday 21st March - 2pm-3pm - Become Your Own Golf Detective

Venue - Range - ALL CLUBS

A golfer that understands IMPACT and the various impact factors that effect the end result of a golf shot is a golfer that can make change in their game. Whether or not its a short chip or a driver off the tee a more educated golfing mind can help aid the road to improvement and enhance change. This could be the most important group clinic ever attended and certainly will get the cogs turning on improving all areas of the game.

Sunday 22nd March 12-30pm-1-30pm - Pitch It Like The Pro’s

Venue - Driving Range / 9,PW,SW,LW

Distance wedges is often overlooked in practice but is an area i get asked about all the time. During this session we will cover distance control and give you a system that suits your game, we will delve into the importance of set-up and the key roles they play in controlling shot trajectory. We will also touch on the basic swing principles that we look for in this unique stye of shot.

Friday 27th March 4pm-5pm - Turn Bogeys Into Pars

Venue - ON Course - ALL Clubs

Some of the best players i have been lucky enough to play with and coach over the years have had some of best scrambling powers i have seen. So much truth in the saying “Theirs no pictures on the scorecard”…!! The ability to scramble well is a skill that can be taught with the right mindset and a good practice regime the possibilities are endless…!!

Sunday 29th March 2pm-3pm - Bunker Basics
Venue -SHORT GAME AREA / PW, SW & LW

We strongly believe here at the THSG if you can conquer your bunker play woes then you can become a better player in short game full stop!! Understanding the science behind impact and the factors that help us hit these shots close is key and will be covered during this masterclass. We will cover all shots from high soft spinners too low runners.

** To sign up for any of the above clinics please email tim@timhallschoolofgolf.com or call 01989 720439, you can also sign up in the golf shop with one of the team. These sessions are £10 per person unless otherwise stated, which includes an evaluation with coffee, in the pro shop after the session. **   

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THSG Equipment Testers Report

Its been a busy start to the 2019 season for the top manufacturers, their has been some awesome product releases from Ping with the G410, Taylormade with their M5 & M6 range and Titleist with their TS project family.

Sometimes we get bias reviews on these products from various media sources within the Industry, here at the THSG we have our own panel of testers and this week we are looking at drivers….!!! In particular the G410, M5 and TS2/TS3.

First up we had ROWGC member Tim Rigden file his report on the highly anticipated Ping G410 driver. The G410 comes in two different heads the SFT (straight flight technology) and the plus head.

Tim’s Report -

I am pleased to have the opportunity to offer the following observations on the new Ping G410.

Currently, my handicap is 11 and I am playing with a Nike VRS Covert which has an 11 degree flight, a stiff shaft and more often than not I use a Titleist Pro V1X.

The Ping G410 was matched with a 12 degree flight and a slightly open set up and again to give it a fair test I used the Titleist Pro V1X golf ball.

First impression  -  it looks good, which is hugely important for me, it is well balanced and is very comfortable in the set up and having a matt grey/black head negates any dazzle on a bright, sunny day!

When using this driver from the tee, with an orange castle, the sound of the ball strike had a very pleasing resonance and not all tinny or clumpy.  For me the sound and look of any club is very important from a confidence, point of view, and the mental aspect.

The Ping G410 had an excellent high flight and a tight angle of dispersion which enabled me to obtain good distance, approximately 10-15 metres further than my current club.

Overall, it was an extremely pleasing and enjoyable driver to play with and if I was in the market for a new driver, then it would be one that would be well worth considering, not withstanding the price.

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ROWGC member Andy Baldwin was up next testing the new Taylormade M6 driver. Taylormade always have huge presence on tour with some of the worlds best players playing their products inducing Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson and Tiger Woods….to name just a few!!

Andy’s Report -

I currently use a PING G Series Driver (SF Tec 10 degrees) and the M6 i tried out was set up to give a similar loft to my PING.

First impressions of the M6 were that it was a well balanced club that felt good to swing and in that it seemed similar to my own club.

However as a relatively high handicap golfer (19) the big problem I had with the club was its lack of forgiveness, if I got the sweet spot it went really well and the "Twist Face" did seem to straighten the shots out a bit.

If I didn't get the sweet spot - which didn't seem all that large to me - then it all went horribly wrong, much worse that my own PING

The ball flight was also similar (when it came out the middle) quite a high trajectory from a 10.5 degree setting, distance off the tee was longer than my current club - but not much maybe 5 yards.

In summary a good well made club but probably aimed at the low handicapper who can consistently hit it out of the middle. With a price tag of £440 it is not an investment i will be making.

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Steve Jones - THSG Pupil / Tested the new TS2 Titleist driver set-up 10.5 tensei blue - stiff shaft

I play off a 17 handicap and have always struggled with a driver off the tee, short and wild is not a good mix around any course and in the past i often just settled with using my 4iron just to keep it in play.

I was a little bit fearful of being a tester for a driver because this area of the game has plagued me for years…….I bit the bullet and tested out the new Titleist TS2 driver set up with a stiff shaft and 10.5 loft. My previous driver is a Callaway Rogue and as mentioned i have never got on with it.

As soon as i put the TS2 behind the ball i gained confidence, the looks are sleek and streamline and gave me an inner confidence that this area of the game could improve. Upon on strike it felt solid and with the adjustments in the shaft i started to get rid of my slice. Tim set it up on a draw setting and my it made a difference.

Never before have i hit the ball so well off the tee, the TS2 made a huge difference and i reckon i was 20-30yards further. This confused me as i was now hitting 3 clubs shorter into the greens!!! First time out in testing i shot under my handicap for the first time in 8months……For me the testing was a real eye opener, Titleist have come up trumps and made a driver that sorted out my slice and helped me gain yards…..so much so i have booked in for a custom fit with Tim to purchase one myself!!

John Palmer ROWGC Member - Ping G410 SFT driver 10.5 degree

Tested by John Palmer, senior, handicap 12.7. played for 40 years.

Current driver Ping G25 - 10.5 degree

First impressions on sight was very good.

The head is shallower and less bulky than the G25 and with the turbulators give it a more streamlined look.

The club feels light and nicely balanced.

It is comfortable to play with and seems easier to swing and to generate a greater speed.

On impact it produces a nice sound with a high ball trajectory and straight. The weight in the head obviously getting rid of any fade. Distance is slightly longer than the G25 probably due to the 410 going straight and the slight fade i usually get with my existing driver.

The only drawback i found, when i tried to fade a shot, the ball went straight out at an angle which is a problem for example the 11th hole around the tree.

Overall:- a beautifully balanced club with straight flight and high trajectory. An ideal driver for anyone who tends to slice.


Thank you to all the testers that took part in the driver testing. It makes a huge difference listening to real golfers give their honest opinions on these latest clubs. Hopefully this will help you shape your decisions when it comes to purchasing a new driver in the future. If you would like any further information on custom fitting or club testing please see one of the team.

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April Group Clinics

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April Group Clinics

Summer is on its way (yes honestly i think it is!!) and we need to prepare our golf games for the better weather. During April we will be looking the four key areas to lower scores. Driving it further, hitting your iron shots closer, making your short game bullet proof and becoming a better bunker player.  

Our April group clinics are all about saving you shots from tee to green. Don't forget our resident putting expert Oli Leett has his very own LPH group clinics, head over to his website to sign up. They are fantastic way to learn about key areas of performance both on and off the course. We have had some fantastic success stories from pupils that have regularly attended our group sessions and we strongly believe that they need to be part of every golfers improvement program. 

Saturday 7th April - 3pm-4pm -  How to Unleash Your Longest Drive Ever  

Venue - Driving Range / Driver

We understand so much more about impact in the modern day game because of the technology we now have at our finger tips. During this session we will be working with the awesome GC2quad launch monitor to understand more about your impact. We will be looking at strike tendency and how that correlates to gaining more distance off the tee. 

Saturday 14th April 12pm-1pm - Iron Play 100yards and In - Know Your Numbers!!  

Venue - Short Game Area - All Clubs  
GROUP LIMITED to 4 people

The GPS market is one of the fastest growing areas of golf retail at the moment. Every golfer is buying into these awesome tools to help them understand more about their distance into the pin......BUT do we really know how far each club goes ??? During this clinic we will be working in the 'scoring zone' of 100 yards and in. You will go away with a clear mapped out system for understanding your yardages with each club from 100 yards and in. We will be limiting the numbers to just 4 people during this clinic. 

Sunday 22nd April - 12-30pm-1-30pm - How To Make Perfect Contact Every Time  

Venue - Short Game - PW,GW,SW,LW

Do you want a bullet proof short game ??? Get Up and down from everywhere in and around the greens ?? Of course you do.....statistically the average 18 handicap golfer plays 75% of their total number of shots in a round from 70yards and in. In fact this stat doesn't really change too much for all golfers. We will give you the sound fundamentals and the basic swing principles that will help you conquer this area of the game! 

Friday 27th April - 2pm-3pm - Bullet Proof Bunker Play 

Venue - Short Game Area / SW & LW 

Their is so much poor information out their on bunker play and often very confusing. I will give you insights into a tour proven method that amateurs can actually perform very easily. Its the most forgiving method and one that i have personally had the most success out of. You will walk away from this session confident and actually looking forward to your next bunker shot!! It really is that easy! 

** To sign up for any of the above clinics please email tim@timhallschoolofgolf.com or call 01989 720439, you can also sign up in the golf shop with one of the team. These sessions are £10 per person, which includes an evaluation with coffee, in the pro shop after the session. **

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Niall Enjoys Successful Start To The Season

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Niall Enjoys Successful Start To The Season

Hi all

It's been just a little over a month since arriving back here for my sophomore year at Kirkwood and I couldn't be happier. Didn't realise just how much I've missed it. I can't believe already how long I've been here. Ive already started competing in tournaments with the team and getting stuck into my studies. 

A few weeks back all 10 of us Kirkwood eagles were qualifying for the team lineup. This year we have huge talent coming through with our freshman, so things are very promising. I've started off very hot in the qualifying stage and produced some decent rounds, which saw me secure a place in the top 5. While this was going on I had one of my best mates Nathan Young come visit me for a week, he did a great job of giving me some support. Nathan is currently travelling the world and is now in Fiji who will then later move onto Hawaii and Australia in his journey. What he is doing is unbelievable and it was pretty cool seeing him here for a bit.

So, then we begun the fall season last week and competed in our first event the Knolcke Family Classic at Hunters Ridge Golf Club. Us boys achieved 2nd place with a total score of 599 over two rounds, falling behind the leaders Indian hills with 583. I shot a (+1) 73 and a (+4) 76. Then yesterday, we had our second tournament at the Amana Country club. Probably one of the best courses i've played. It reminded me of Ross with all the holes cut out of a beautiful forest. This was our first team win of the season. I shot a 78 yesterday. So, as you can see some very average golf in the first two competitions, nerves maybe? 

However, I know one thing for sure is that I'm sticking to all my processes and working extremely hard for a bright future. And that's not just on the golf course either. I know that I'm confident enough in my self that Im going to achieve great things.

Thanks again for taking the time to read my blog and i wish you all well

Niall

Niall In Action! 

Niall In Action! 

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