Gman24

HI, I played a Shamble Tournament at Stonehouse in Toano, Virginia on Saturday November 6. They have struggled with reviews from previous ownership and a poor relaunch with bad greens. They have installed a "shade tolerant" bermuda grass on the greens. The greens are much better and just need some seasoning and continued care and they should be even better. They seem to be investing in the course and amenities. The course design is interesting and challenging, but very negotiable if you plan your shots. The greens fees seem a bit high, but that is probably good to help keep play at a level that gives the greens time to completely set. I recommend giving them a try and giving them feedback once you have played. This course helps create an amazing collection of very different courses in the New Kent and surrounding areas in Virginia. Area Courses: You could plan a golf vacation to rural New Kent, enjoy the wineries and play 6 very different courses. Brookwood Golf Club The Club at Viniterra Royal New Kent Brickshire Kiskiack Stonehouse

I'm just excited to use this opportunity to slow down, test the balls and maybe even improve my "game" with the added focus of taking notes, etc.

Congrats!

Cool. I will have my trainer check out the NASM program. Thanks!!

Great suggestion!

I guess, broke 80 and the Hole In One. LOL, mostly want the badges to show I am engaged. I have been monitoring the main site since 2011 and wanted to do more to support and engage. Great work by the MGS team!!

Hi, I am a Donor and I have broken 80 multiple times, I have one hole in one and several albatrosses...woohoo!

Great! I look forward to it. I enjoy getting to play with new folks who enjoy the game.

Clubhouse was completed last year. The food is good! You are welcome to join me as my guest, just let me know!

Hi, at 57 with three boys under the age of 6, I am all in on strength and conditioning for golf and life. Did you do the TPI Certification? I am working to get my trainer to get certified. I was in an accident a couple years ago that knocked my L4-L5 out of wack, so we do a 30 minute stretching routine after workouts to help maintain mobility, etc.

Hey Sixcat, RE: VA Areas: LOL So true. I lived in Appomattox for a couple years, so I understand the sentiment. Hit them well!

Hi Everyone, I play in a group that gets the opportunity to play multiple courses in and around Central Virginia. It might be cool to post course condition updates to share with each other. IE: Piankatank River Golf Club Hartfield VA Played 5-7-2020 Course is in good condition. Fairways aren't all the way in yet due to cool temps and extra rain. Greens are healthy but were slower (6-8 estimated stimp). Staff is super friendly and helpful, especially in light of the current Covid Conditions. Range grass is in good shape. The putting practice green is healthy, just a little "shaggy" (I guess they are keeping it long due to the cool nights and extra rain). Food was available for take out orders. If you are in the area, I recommend playing Piankatank.

Thanks!

I cut my driver down to 44.5" and picked up some distance and more consistency. A couple of friends did the same (I have Mitchell equipment in my basement..LOL) and shaved strokes of their handicap. I recommend it to most folks.

Hi, Where would I post a "course" review? Central Virginia area. Thanks!