Matthewgvpa

If you have access I think getting fit at a Sam PuttLab is an absolute must. It is amazing how quickly a good fitter can analyze what your tendencies, flaws, and needs are. I recently went for mine and the data they gain to help guide you toward putters that fit your stroke doesn't lie. The proof is in the numbers. There were several putters I putted much more consistently than my current model (which I picked up off a shelf, rolled a few putts, and bought) and then it was just narrowing them down by preference and using the data to pick the best possible. 40% of your strokes on a course are putts and very few people get fit for a putter!

How long have you been playing golf? What’s your handicap or normal score? I've playing golf regularly for about 10 years now and joined a league for the first time this year which has been great. I'm currently at an 18 but trending down. I've been as low as a 13 but then marriage, life, kids, etc...less golf...hoping to someday get that number back down again! What do you love about golf? Just about everything! I love the challenge, the highs and lows, the tinkering with equipment, the amazing courses and views, but most of all the time spent with friends/family out on the course. What brings you to MyGolfSpy? Do you already know any other Spies? I was drawn by the equipment/gear reviews and what appears to be the most unbiased testing out there. I recently stumbled upon the "No Putts Given" podcast and absolutely love it. I don't know any other Spies that I'm aware of. Where are you from? What is your home course? Proudly from the great state of Michigan. I grew up in Birch Run (between Flint and Saginaw) and currently live in Midland. My league play is at Currie Municipal in Midland, but I try to play all over the state when I can. What are the best and worst things about golf in your region? The best is easy...the amount of quality/beautiful/challenging/fun courses throughout Michigan. The worst is obviously the crazy weather and short season (but I try to extend it as much as possible!). What do you do for a living? I'm a Physician Assistant currently working in Hand and Wrist surgery. How’d you pick your user name? Matthew (name) gv (went to Grand Valley State University) pa (I'm a Physician Assistant(PA))