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You guys see this?
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27 minutes ago, BogeyBrigade said:
Glad to hear it because I am just more interested in meeting other golfers to play with and play golf courses that A. never have a chance to play without forking over big money 2. play top tier golf courses for cheap.
I saw your FB post shared by VGA Central a little while back. You've had quite the season so far ! Bethpage Black is on my bucket list also.
It's been a great season in terms of company, courses played, and enjoyment with Bethpage Black being the obvious capstone. I didn't get to play half the events I was actually entered in. Apparently, life hasn't got the notice that this takes precedence.
- BNewton51, GolfSpy_SHARK, cksurfdude and 1 other
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Welcome, bud. You're gonna love it here, they have t-shirts...
Jokes aside, skill level is completely irrelevant to the great times with great people I've experienced so far. At first, all I wanted to do was win. Now, it's so much more than petty things like that, unless you're one of those Space Force guys. Then forget this entire comment.
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43 minutes ago, GolfSpy SAM said:
Norm ( @Golf2Much ) - thanks for making all this so clear and easy to follow.
L.A.B. Boys: we win both matches and The MB's will have their hands full (which is the first time they've ever been described that way). Let's get it done
@BKervin and team - we're coming for you and, while gentlemanly, prepared to be handed a Loss (on a really nice platter, and with a whole bunch of "I'm so so rry"s
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Look, I'm just filling in, don't lump me in with all of this inter-team tomfoolery.
But no, no one's ever described me that way either.....
- BNewton51 and GolfSpy SAM
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Date 09/17/2023 Course Name Tamarack GC, East Course Gross Score 79 Course Handicap 10 Gross Strokes over/under par 8 Net Score to Par -2 Net Score 69 Net Birdies or better 5 Longest Drive 309 VCT Match Play Designate as Week 2 Match Score Brilliant weather, but the course is completely trashed. A lot of upset people around the course as it was completely rebuilt/redesigned and opened in March of this year. I got tired at the turn and apparently forgot how to hit a golf club, but finished somewhat strong.
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Date 09/11/2023 Course Name Meadows at Middlesex Golf Course Gross Score 82 Course Handicap 12 Gross Strokes over/under par 12 Net Score to Par 0 Net Score 70 Net Birdies or better 4 Longest Drive 304 VCT Match Play Not the number I wanted to post for my first VCT score, but happy to be doing this with y'all. It was a driving wind the entire day with a 100% chance of rain at some point during the round. We debated on canceling the round, but this was round 3 of our Club Cup Championship, and since the course didn't close despite the weather, it was game on. All 5 groups got through the front 9 nice and dry, but I couldn't take advantage of it despite hitting 4 FIR and bagging a COTP.
Then the heavens opened up and straight punished all of us for our stupidity. My back 9 (and my back) didn't fare much better than the front save for a brilliantly played par 5. I had passed the point of caring 3 holes prior and just wanted to get off the course to something close to dry and warm. Needless to say, my swing was....well....carefree. Best drive of the day, but the things that made me most happy was the bunker shot that stopped 2 inches from the cup for a tap in birdie. That at least made the drive home less of an angry one....if only just slightly.
- GolfSpy SAM and BNewton51
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23 minutes ago, BNewton51 said:
Intriguing change to the PW and AW bud... But makes sense overall with the SM9 lofts. I like it. I'm in stock PW and AW for the T100's lofts. Did you have to look at every club above the PW though? The 42 I'd reckon might cause some gapping issues, no?
This may come as a shock, but it's not the first time someone's asked me that exact question. My 9i is still at the factory 38.5*, so if you look at it (and my gapping via Arccos), it makes perfect sense in the grand scheme of things. The yardages between the five clubs is roughly a 12-15 yard gap, which is right where I need to be.
PW- 140
AW- 130
50- 115
54- 100
58- 80 (I never use it on a full swing, barely a 3/4)
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After about 2 seasons of inner fighting, I finally pulled the trigger and made a major change in my bag for 2023. I dropped my 3w/5w and added the Cally Apex UW and decided to add an extra wedge.
Apex 21 PW (43 adjusted to 42)
Apex 21 AW (48 adjusted to 46)
SM9 50.08F
SM9 54.12D
SM9 58.10S
It really paid off for my game and goals for 2023. I lowered my index 4 points from 15 to 11, and gained 6 strokes on my 120 and in game. The UW addition has been one of the best moves I have made equipment wise.
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Absolutely cannot WAIT for this!!!
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Sweet, another chance for my team name idea of "Better late than pregnant" to be chosen.
- GolfSpy TCB, GolfSpy SAM, Shapotomous and 1 other
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24 minutes ago, WaffleHouseTour said:
Wow, I'm not disputing, but I have the exact opposite experience. I was about ready to quit before the Link came out. For me the LInk was a game changer. FWIW I clip it to my pocket so if I have on a jacket or something it's still below that and is unobstructed.
I agree with you 100%. I bought the Gen 1 Link roughly 2 years ago and LOVED it after carrying my phone in my pocket for the 1st 6 months of my plan. I didn't have a single issue with it until this summer when they determined my Gen 1 was dying. The problems have continued with the new Gen 2, and a new phone. Wish it wasn't this way, but it is.
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20 hours ago, WaffleHouseTour said:
Wow - I've had shots missed (mostly putts) but I've never had the Link disconnect from my phone. I've lost the LInk (often wants to slip off the pocket of my rainpants). But I've never had it disconnect from the phone. Thats weird. If it happened w two different Links I'd guess it has to do w the phone's bluetooth.
I've been wondering the same thing about the Beta desktop, my hunch is they just devote all of their energy and time to the mobile app. But yeah, you'd think after a couple years they'd finish it off.
And I respect this guy for being consistent, if nothing else.
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13 minutes ago, WaffleHouseTour said:
Wow - I've had shots missed (mostly putts) but I've never had the Link disconnect from my phone. I've lost the LInk (often wants to slip off the pocket of my rainpants). But I've never had it disconnect from the phone. Thats weird. If it happened w two different Links I'd guess it has to do w the phone's bluetooth.
I've been wondering the same thing about the Beta desktop, my hunch is they just devote all of their energy and time to the mobile app. But yeah, you'd think after a couple years they'd finish it off.
See, and that's exactly what I thought too with the phones Bluetooth. I did some experimenting on the fly and it played out like this.
I seriously needed to upgrade my old Galaxy Android phone, so I did. I got the latest and greatest S23 the day AFTER I ordered the Gen 2 Link and had the phone 3 days before the Gen 2 arrived. Hoping my problems were solved I hit the course the day after I got the Gen2. Nope, same issues. As a matter of fact, the link disconnected right after my approach shot on #1. I thought maybe it was an Android issue, or the Link not liking Android's type problem. So, me being me, I downloaded the Arccos app on my work iPhone 13 Pro. Nope there as well. I was honestly relieved that it did the same thing with both phones, if I'm honest.
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Started using Arccos in year 2 of my golf journey (during Covid), and for the most part I've really enjoy/benefitted from what it does for my game. With the expansion of the company, however, it seems like more and more issues crop every round. I don't have any patience whatsoever, less so when I'm paying for it. Enter the common Angel/Devil on my shoulders debate.
I want to ditch Arccos for the following reasons-
A) The Link (Gen 2 purchased in July, and the Gen 1 before that) continuously disconnects from my phone during a round regardless of course. Even after troubleshooting the Gen 1, replacing it with a new Gen 2, AND T/S'ing the Gen 2 it's still doing this while support emails are answered with solutions on "missing shots".
B) The ever increasing annual subscription.
C) The app does crash here and there.
D) Is that "BETA" version on the desktop site ever going to get integrated?
E) There are other, cheaper, more efficient options on the market now.
I want to keep Arccos because-
A) For what it is, it delivers on how it improves my game, and give me practice areas to focus on.
B) Being able to know and track ACTUAL club distances, FIR%, GIR%, and other important metrics instead of relying on my inflated dream world numbers.
C) The course preview option is one of the most important tools I have at my disposal.
I'm waiting to hear back from Tech Support about Link connection issues round #3, and I think the outcome will determine my next move, but for me personally, it's been a mostly love relationship with the hate side creeping up only recently. Hopefully this can be fixed, but that's my Arccos story.
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17 hours ago, Javs said:
I need to become active in the VGA.
Yep, you probably do.
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1 hour ago, tricket3d said:
Didn’t play well again, but was playing with a guy who was a wounded warrior (missing eye). Was awesome to hear his story and kind of forgot I was playing in a golf tournament.
Around these parts we call that having a great day!!!
- Subdiver1, cksurfdude, BNewton51 and 2 others
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15 minutes ago, VGA MA State Director said:
Correct, the VGA season runs from September 1st thru August 31st each year.
See @Lacassem? Told you he's got this completely locked down. It's almost as if we have our own VGA Tour information library on call. All you have to do is tag him and BOOM. All the mysteries of the world are revealed.
I need to shut up before someone confuses me for one of those Space Force guys.
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1 hour ago, Lacassem said:
Going into it I was curious about the atmosphere, how competitive would it be, skillset etc. That all went away quickly. Just a good time with good folks. Have not been able to get out much since my 1st round the tournaments just did not line up with my schedule unfortunately. Cannot wait to try to get some more in next year
Same thing for me in my first season on the Tour. 3 seasons later and I still don't play in half the events I'd "like" to, but I do make the effort for the big events local enough to me.
Dont forget, the 2024 season begins Sept 1 (I think?), it might be Aug 31. I get them confused, but I'm sure @VGA MA State Director has the answer to the exact date, and probably more info.
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On 8/11/2023 at 10:45 PM, tricket3d said:
I just found out about these this summer and am hooked. I play in my third tournament on Sunday. Hoping I get out of my head and actually shoot a score. Shot a 99 last time out and am usually in the 80s. Just get a little in my head but it is an amazing time with fellow vets.
Yep, this is the most common thing that happens at any organized competitive golf event. Most often it boils down to that little bit of self pressure we put on ourselves that throws us in the well. Just like you said, getting out of your own head is the best medicine for that. @Lacassem nailed it. Just have fun with it. One round you'll show up and play to your normal game and you probably wont even notice it. Welcome!
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I wish I were good enough to play these. Great visuals, looking forward to seeing some video reviews on them. I wonder how the Pro and CB models sound with the microsphere design.
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On 6/30/2023 at 2:27 PM, mardukes said:
We are well known for calling on higher powers.
Yeah, @BNewton51 definitely needs to get himself to a church of some sort. Or a therapist. I get those confused sometimes.
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On 6/20/2023 at 3:14 PM, BNewton51 said:
Cheers to that!
I mean, this original post coming from a guy that literally has 4 sets of irons, 4 drivers, countless fairways and wedges I've lost count of. It's not a problem... I rather refer to it as COLLECTING.... and my fine friends here enable that habit. Especially @Shank Aaron who is perhaps one my biggest enablers! 
I do not at all identify as an enabler. I merely supply the requested goods at an extreme discount. You're the one sending said requests. Time to own that, brogey
- OdinSnipes414, BNewton51, GolfSpy_BEN and 2 others
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So, how's everyone been doing in events lately? State Championships are going off soon. Anyone planning to compete in any?
I know NY State has opened theirs up to all comers regardless of status (IE- you haven't yet played in 3 events and established a VGA handicap) and has spots open for this Saturday (6/24) at Centennial GC- https://centennialgolf.com/. If you don't have the required three events you can still play, but your finish wont give you the auto entry to Regionals at Baltimore CC.
PA has theirs July 24 at Hanover CC- https://www.hanovercc.com/.
New Jersey has one going off July 25 at Black Oak CC- https://www.blackoakgolfclub.com/.
- cksurfdude and GolfSpy_SHARK
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SEASON 2 - WEEK 25 MYGOLFSPY FORUM MEMBER WEEKLY VIRTUAL CHAMPIONSHIP TOUR (VCT)
in MGS Virtual Golf Tournaments
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Said eff work and took a much needed comp day to take advantage of the last day of good weather before every bad thing in the Bible hit the tri-state. Matched my career low!