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GolfInTheCity

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  • Location
    New York

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  • Age
    30-39
  • Swing Speed
    101-110 mph
  • Handicap
    12
  • Frequency of Play/Practice
    Multiple times per week
  • Player Type
    Casual
  • Biggest Strength
    Driver/Off the Tee
  • Biggest Weakness
    Putting
  • Fitted for Clubs
    Yes

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  1. I sent out a recap email about a week after our trip to summarize the weekend (winners of the awards and fun/funny moments). Unfortunately, no one replied to the email (I confirmed that people received the email). I am still glad I created the email (and used a nice format) since we will be able to look back at it next year and recall what happened. I also added several pictures from the weekend. While it didn't get the reception I was hoping for, I think it was still a value add way to wrap up the weekend.
  2. Got my first Eagle!!! Short Par 5, cranked a downhill drive cutting the bend of the fairway, mid-iron 6 inches from the hole, most stressful 6inch putt I've ever had. Just wanted to share! cake for me!
  3. One idea to consider re: traveling with clubs...you can also rent clubs (not from the individual courses though). If someone has an old(er) set, it can be worth it to rent a set for the trip. Depending on how plan it, the cost could be pretty comparable to shipping your clubs or traveling with them. There are a few websites that offer this service. Also, there are places in Myrtle Beach to rent clubs for the weekend. These clubs are often relatively new as well. Just something for people to consider.
  4. Thanks for all of the replies! We had a great time and leveled up this trip compared to other trips. Below is what we did and how it was received: - Baywatch Award - given to the player that spent the most time at the beach (in the sand traps). The winner received a comical golf towel - BDE - given to the player that hit the longest drive of the weekend. The winner received a comical trophy - Cub Scout Award - given to the player that lost the most balls. The winner received a set of camo golf balls We also played our standard two man scramble and group v group v group best ball. Winners of the scramble each received the "Chalice of Victory" and drank out of it for the rest of the evening. We encouraged side bets and prop bets, but people were more excited to hang out and golf than keep track of stats for other games. It worked out great. Everyone also received a golf polo and wore it for the scramble - the shirts were a huge hit and will definitely be repeated next year. Each shirt had our logo, the year, and the player's name on the back. Next year we will add a closest to the pin and potentially the LVP award. Thanks everyone!
  5. Great ideas re: sand traps and woods. Definitely doing a version of that (golf towel with some amusing language and camo golf ball sleeve for the woods guy). I'll bring up the colored ball and the card game to the group and see if we want to give it a go
  6. Oooo Birdie Pot is great! Wolf could work, but isn't passive enough. 6-6-6 could work very well. Thank you!
  7. Hey everyone, I have my annual golf trip coming up and wanted to get some thoughts on what games to play and what awards to give out. We generally play 36 holes, with the 2nd round a 2 man scramble. The group of 11 ranges from a 13 handicap to a 36 handicap with a large bulk in the 18-24 range. Last year we tried adding in Best Ball and Bingo Bango, Bongo - but BBB was too much to keep track of and took away from the hanging out/enjoyment. What games are low maintenance, but fun for a group? What awards do you give out during a trip like this and how do you keep track? I was thinking about a beach goer award (most times in the sandtrap), the Bear Grylls award (most balls into the woods), etc. Generally, we give the 'championship' to the winners of the Scramble and otherwise keep it simple.
  8. You also forgot about the Flushing Meadows Pitch n Putt and the Riis Park Par 3...I would putt both of them ahead of Mosh (which you addressed later on). Kissena should be on your list as well. Also, Van Cortlandt should be higher on your list. The long Par 5 and the last 4 holes are a joy to play. It is also fun to shoot for the green on short Par 4s. I think it should be ranked 5th (unless you like to walk courses). Many of the NYC courses are short and do not even have Par 5s.
  9. I played the Gold and Green (and Spotswood) back in April and thought the courses were in great condition. I went with some buddies for a golf weekend trip (from NYC). I actually had one of the best rounds of my life (by differential on the Green course). The green course, while technically harder, seemed easier to me and did not have that 'wow' factor. The Gold Course, with ~6 holes crossing the same water, was a delight to play and the second hole with the long second shot over the water was exciting. The Green Course, while nicer than NYC courses, was not anything special. I would recommend both courses if you are taking a trip to Williamsburg. Also, the Spotswood course is a fun short course to play a quick round or play a scramble with friends before the real rounds. Williamsburg also has some other fun activities/good food in the area and its worth making a long trip out of it. We went to Busch Gardens, which was a great way to add some excitement to the trip.
  10. Hey everyone, Been playing golf for about 10 years, 16 handicap, high 80s/low 90s Being outdoors and playing a great game for several hours, reading about it, focusing energy on it Looking for truthful reviews and content. I don't know anyone here (yet) From NYC and have played Van Cortlandt the most, but am looking to pivot my home course to something else in the region Best = some of the best courses in the world are nearby, but (worst) they are not accessible for the average Joe. Best = there is a lot of interest in golf in the region, but (worst) they are not easy to get to without a car Ex-management consultant, current Product Manager Represents where I am from and where I play
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