Adam Frayne

Hello Golfers,

Welcome to this week's edition to Yelverton Pro Shop's weekly newsletter. Lauren and I are now off on our holidays, so it's a much-shortened newsletter this week.

Enjoy the read.

Coaching news

Are you achieving your goals?

At the beginning of the 2019 season, we asked you to set some goals for you to try and achieve throughout the season, and we just wanted to ask if you're on track.

Maybe it's getting your handicap down by two shots, or improving a certain part of your game; we are here to help you achieve your golfing goals throughout the entire season.

So, if you're currently not on track or struggling with your game, then be sure to pop into the Pro Shop and speak to one of our PGA professionals.

To request your lesson/fitting, give the Pro Shop a call on 01822 853593 or by clicking the button below.

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Tour news

Lucky number 17 for Reavie

If Chez Reavie plays the lottery this week then we recommend one of his picks is 17.

The American claimed the Travelers Championship by four shots with a total 17-under-par but despite shooting a joint back-nine record at TPC River Highlands on Saturday with a 7-under 28, a charging Keegan Bradley had his lead down to just one with three to play come Sunday.

Lucky number 17 came to the rescue though as Bradley shot a double bogey at the par 4 seventeenth whilst Reavie sunk a birdie at the same hole to stretch the lead to four where it stayed.

It was Chez Reavie’s second PGA Tour win and first since claiming the Canadian Open in 2008 – a tournament he won with a total score of (yep you guessed it) 17-under par.

Spooky.

Complete Equipment Solution

The countdown is now on...

We're into the final week of this promotion, meaning you don't have long left to benefit from a FREE custom fitting and a FREE aftersales lesson with selected equipment purchases in-store.

Why take us up on this offer?

Well, quite simply, we want you to enjoy better golf this year! We talk a lot about the importance of having clubs that are suited to your game and this is your chance to experience this first-hand. Don't delay it any longer.

take advantage today >

Motocaddy Trolley Trade-in

Are you looking for a brand-new electric trolley?

Then now is the time to do it. Starting from Tuesday, 4 June, Motocaddy is offering up to £60 cashback on a brand-new trolley by trading in your old one in.

You will get £50 cashback when buying a standard lithium trolley and £60 cashback when buying an extended lithium trolley. Call in-store now for more details.

T’s & Cs Apply.

find out more >

All or nothing

Playing a par-3 over water is as much a mental test as anything else. After all, if it was just light rough between you and the green, would you still hit panic mode? Of course not, so what can you do to keep the nerves at bay and ensure your ball sails safely over the drink?

Stay calm and don't panic!

The biggest obstacle to overcome when playing over water is not actually the H2O, but rather your own mental barrier. Here's our advice:

Focus on a point behind the green that is in line with the flag. This can be a tree, branch, it could even be a leaf – anything just so long as it pulls your eye-line away from the wet stuff and closer to the pin
Stay relaxed. You have hit the ball a million times before so there is no need to panic now
Stick to your pre-shot routine. This is the best way to stay in the moment and make your next shot seem like any other

These tips will have you relishing those watery par-3s but if you find yourself still struggling with some of the tougher shots in golf, then speak to a member of the team about a lesson so we can iron out any kinks in your game.

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Lost your groove?

Much like the tyres on your car, there comes a time when the grooves on your wedges have worn away so much that they need replacing. This process occurs slowly over time and is something that you might not notice at first glance, but when the wear becomes apparent it can have serious consequences on your game.

Fresh vs worn grooves

It might seem a little extreme, but the graphic above illustrates the impact worn grooves can have on shots into greens - a lower ball flight that rolls out farther compared to a wedge with fresh grooves.

Yes, you might be able to adapt by pitching the ball shorter and letting it roll out, but when you don't have much green to work with or are playing a delicate shot worn grooves will be of no use.

What do we suggest?

If dirt, grit and water have visibly harmed your wedge face, it’s time to get your groove back with a new wedge set-up.

One model that we'd certainly recommend trying is Cleveland’s RTX4 wedge. RTX stands for Rotex Face Technology, which creates more spin than ever before for greater control around the greens.

These wedges are trusted by some of the world's best golfers, such as Matsuyama and McDowell, so you can guarantee they'll add heaps of performance to your game.

find out more >

Spotlight: ProQuip's quilted garments

Quilted tops are very fashionable at the moment and this one from ProQuip is designed especially for golf, with stretch fabrics and hidden inner pockets for your scorecard.

Available in both a gilet and full-sleeve options, as well as a choice between blue or grey, the Pro-Flex EVO quilted windproof is the perfect layering piece to have in your bag during the summer months.

explore ProQuip's range >

Video of the Week

In the second of this three-part series, putting instructor Phil Kenyon explains how to read greens using more than just your eyes. Have you ever tried this?

I hope you enjoyed our newsletter and if there is any help or advice you need please pop into the shop and we'll be delighted to help. Adam and the team.

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