Golfspy_CG2 Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 I want to get some feedback from everyone here and hope you have fun playing along! So you're playing in a charity scramble, and you win one of the closest to the pin holes.. You get called up during the after golf awards to get your prize and it's a 1 dozen ProV's...Awesome right? Would it bother you at all if the balls had the course logo on it? Beyond that, would it bother you more if it had the logo and "Contest Winner" or something to that affect on the personalized line. Then lastly, open up to brainstorming....what sort of inscription do you think would be good for a such a prize or that wouldn't bother you. For your time and thoughts, there will be a little something given out. I'll use a random selection process of everyone who offers a suggestion, to pick a winner. thanks looking forward to your replies!! G430 Max 10K TSiR1 15.0 Aldlia Ascent 60g TSR2 18.0 PX Aldila Ascent 6og TSi1 20 Aldila Ascent Shafts R T350 5-GW SteelFiber I80 SM10 48F/54M and58K S159 48S/52S/56W/60B Select 5.5 Flowback 35" ProV1 Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dacatalyst41 Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 I think a lot of this has to do with size for me. I don't want the logo to be distracting. That said, having my ball say contest winner is probably a confidence booster. I think as long as the real estate is managed to be minimal, it's an awesome prize. Lastly, I think "Go Low!" Would be a cool message. Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPY VIP GolfSpy Dave Posted March 24, 2017 SPY VIP Share Posted March 24, 2017 I actually kind of like both the logo and the contest winner idea. I'd be pumped to win the closest to the pin and would like the memory of the win resurfacing whenever I used one of the prize balls. Maybe put the event name in the Contest Winner spot. Something like "Swing at Cancer" instead would be a great reminder of why you were there in the first place. Plus, I'd feel like an ass if I lost a ball that said contest winner, though whoever found it would get a good laugh I'm sure. Volvo Intorqueo All the cool kids follow me on twitter: @GolfspyDave If you are not a cool kid, following me on twitter will make you cool... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wbealsd Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Would it bother you at all if the balls had the course logo on it? Not at all, IMHO it's almost expected. Beyond that, would it bother you more if it had the logo and "Contest Winner" or something to that affect on the personalized line? No, but it might look a bit silly when someone pulls it out of some weeds in the woods Then lastly, open up to brainstorming....what sort of inscription do you think would be good for a such a prize or that wouldn't bother you? Course Logo & name of Tournament What's In the Bag Driver - GBB Hybrids Halo XL Halo 18* & T-Rail 20* Irons T-Rail 2.0 Wedges 60* TS / SCOR 48* 53* 58* Putter Ball Bag Datrek DG Lite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfinnut Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Prov's... I wouldn't care What was on it! I love em! But having a memento of the course is a good thing. Just like the "Callout Winner" here on THP... it's nice to have. I'd like to see the name of the tournament on it as well. Just so I know what it is when I'm old and gray. HA! Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk WITB: Do I like Titleist or what? Driver: TSR3 9* UST Mamiya Proto LIN-Q Blue Fairways: TSi2 UST Mamiya LIN-Q Blue 13.5* Driving Iron: U500 17* Blue Ventus HB Velocore Irons: T350 4 & 5, T200 6 - PW UST Mamiya Recoil Dart F4 105g Wedges: SM9 48*, SM9 52*, SM8 56* Modus Tour Wedge Putter: Newport 2 w/ Garsen Ultimate grip Ball: *ProV1 Left Dot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaskanski Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Generally speaking, I don't like or play logo balls. Winning a dozen of them as a prize would therefore come as a bit of a letdown, but nonetheless the prize (or any other prize for that matter) would be gratefully received in the same spirit that it was given. Leave inscriptions for medals and the like which make a much better memento of the occasion if you ask me - having it on a dozen balls which will eventually get lost, wear out or generally make you look slightly lame in front of your playing partners some months later seems rather disingenuous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liberty Ball Markers Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 If the balls had a logo, I wouldn't use them - they would go in the collection of other things to look at. I also like the idea of medals or plaques. Even a hand-stamped copper ball marker! or a divot tool would be good - something that the winner use, but not lose. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy http://www.instagram.com/libertyballmarkers/ http://www.birdie-bomb.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWahoo Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Because the prize is pretty much the most expensive ball around, personally, I wouldn't care what may be printed on it. Again, because of the expense of the balls used and not the less expensive used most times, my suggestion would be a certificate for a dozen balls of the players choice. While the pro-v is popular, not everyone plays them. If the desire is for the prize to reflect the course, then with the balls include one of those poker chips that most clubs have with their names and logos. If the winner then uses the chip to mark his ball on the green, more people will notice that over the ball hit. For that matter, based on retail, how much more is a shirt with the course logo than a dozen pro-vs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudgeSmails Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 I really don't like logo golf balls, personally, but as a contest prize I'd have no problem with it or the 'contest winner' stamping. I never complain about free stuff put something like "closest to the pin" "threw a dart" "stuck it close" on it Driver: TR20 10.5* Hybrids: Epic SuperHybrid 3 18* Epic 4h 23* Irons: JPX900 Hot Metal 5-GW Wedges: CBX2 52* 56* 60* Putter: EV8 Ball: Tour BXS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 Posted March 24, 2017 Author Share Posted March 24, 2017 Prov's... I wouldn't care What was on it! I love em! But having a memento of the course is a good thing. Just like the "Callout Winner" here on THP... it's nice to have. I'd like to see the name of the tournament on it as well. Just so I know what it is when I'm old and gray. HA! Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk Thanks for the idea, but you are DQ'd for forgetting what site you're on!! LOL G430 Max 10K TSiR1 15.0 Aldlia Ascent 60g TSR2 18.0 PX Aldila Ascent 6og TSi1 20 Aldila Ascent Shafts R T350 5-GW SteelFiber I80 SM10 48F/54M and58K S159 48S/52S/56W/60B Select 5.5 Flowback 35" ProV1 Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 Posted March 24, 2017 Author Share Posted March 24, 2017 Thanks for the ideas and thoughts far guys.....And I laughed out loud at wbealsd and GSDave about finding the contest winner ball in the weeds or trees..LOL also I should say, these are meant to be used the entire season for every outing, so having an individual outing name isn't an option in this case. We do that for ones that are being given away at registration as a gift for outings that buy them. Some good ideas so far!! G430 Max 10K TSiR1 15.0 Aldlia Ascent 60g TSR2 18.0 PX Aldila Ascent 6og TSi1 20 Aldila Ascent Shafts R T350 5-GW SteelFiber I80 SM10 48F/54M and58K S159 48S/52S/56W/60B Select 5.5 Flowback 35" ProV1 Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kkaw1988 Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 So the logo wouldn't bother me or the "contest winner" but you could go with "somebodies closer" or something fun on them instead of winner Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ballenbrandon Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 I'm also not a huge fan of logo balls and I typically don't play them either. I really like the idea posted earlier about something like an awesome ball market that they would use or a cool repair tool with something stamped on it. Put on it the ol Happy Gilmore saying "Somebody's closer". Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golfinnut Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Oops. I hate Tapatalk. Lol Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk WITB: Do I like Titleist or what? Driver: TSR3 9* UST Mamiya Proto LIN-Q Blue Fairways: TSi2 UST Mamiya LIN-Q Blue 13.5* Driving Iron: U500 17* Blue Ventus HB Velocore Irons: T350 4 & 5, T200 6 - PW UST Mamiya Recoil Dart F4 105g Wedges: SM9 48*, SM9 52*, SM8 56* Modus Tour Wedge Putter: Newport 2 w/ Garsen Ultimate grip Ball: *ProV1 Left Dot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudgeSmails Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 I understand there's a guy on here who makes custom copper ball markers/coins, if you wanted to go that route Driver: TR20 10.5* Hybrids: Epic SuperHybrid 3 18* Epic 4h 23* Irons: JPX900 Hot Metal 5-GW Wedges: CBX2 52* 56* 60* Putter: EV8 Ball: Tour BXS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnosil Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 As a prize for a charity event logo balls or balls with sayings wouldn't bother me. Based on one of your responses I get the impression that this is something that the course is looking to do for having tournaments held at the course. The logo would obviously be advertising but now you want to try and draw people back to the course maybe make the ball a coupon for x dollars if the next round. If they get lost on another course then you might bring in new players. Maybe you can provide more context on why you can't print the event name on the ball other than it will be used for multiple events Driver: G400 Max 9* w/ KBS Tour Driven Fairway: TS3 15* w/Project X Hzardous Smoke Hybrids: 915H 21* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype 915H 24* w/KBS Tour Graphite Hybrid Prototype Irons: TR20V 6-11 w/Vizard TR20-85 Graphite Wedge: 54/12D, 60/8M w/:Accra iWedge 90 Graphite Putter: Sacks Parente MC 3 Stripe Backup Putters: Milled Collection RSX 2, mFGP2, Futura 5W, TM-180 Member: MGS Hitsquad since 2017 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian A Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 I think the name of the event or course and the contest they won would be good. I know if I wont that I'd save at least one ball. (Im not too used to winning things at golf) but its something that I would be proud of. Driver: G425 9* Hzrdus Smoke Green Small batch 6.5 70g Fairway Wood: Cobra Radspeed Big 3 Hzrdus Smoke Black 6.5 Hybrid: Cobra Aerojet 5 Wood Hzrdus Smoke Black 6.5 Irons: T200 (4-AW) AMT Black Stiff Shafts Wedges: Tour Rack 56* 60* Putter: Scotty Cameron Golo 5 Right Handed Pittsburgh, PA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 Posted March 24, 2017 Author Share Posted March 24, 2017 Oops. I hate Tapatalk. Lol Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk Well there is one way to fix that, delete "The other one" Just kidding...the world is big enough for multiple golf websites, anyone being "loyal" to just one, is doing their-self a disservice G430 Max 10K TSiR1 15.0 Aldlia Ascent 60g TSR2 18.0 PX Aldila Ascent 6og TSi1 20 Aldila Ascent Shafts R T350 5-GW SteelFiber I80 SM10 48F/54M and58K S159 48S/52S/56W/60B Select 5.5 Flowback 35" ProV1 Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 Posted March 24, 2017 Author Share Posted March 24, 2017 make the ball a coupon for x dollars if the next round. If they get lost on another course then you might bring in new players. Maybe you can provide more context on why you can't print the event name on the ball other than it will be used for multiple events That fist line may be one of the most unique and genius ideas I've heard of!! TKS Because they will all be ordered in big run. But thinking this through a bit more, there may be another way to get it done and have each outing on it....Thanks again for making me rethink it!! G430 Max 10K TSiR1 15.0 Aldlia Ascent 60g TSR2 18.0 PX Aldila Ascent 6og TSi1 20 Aldila Ascent Shafts R T350 5-GW SteelFiber I80 SM10 48F/54M and58K S159 48S/52S/56W/60B Select 5.5 Flowback 35" ProV1 Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 Posted March 24, 2017 Author Share Posted March 24, 2017 I understand there's a guy on here who makes custom copper ball markers/coins, if you wanted to go that route Thanks for the reminder! Definitely something for me to keep in mind down the road. G430 Max 10K TSiR1 15.0 Aldlia Ascent 60g TSR2 18.0 PX Aldila Ascent 6og TSi1 20 Aldila Ascent Shafts R T350 5-GW SteelFiber I80 SM10 48F/54M and58K S159 48S/52S/56W/60B Select 5.5 Flowback 35" ProV1 Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jmikecpa Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 No issue for me on the logo. The inscription is 50/50 and I think I would lean towards not doing it. Another good idea is a small trophy that can be had for less than a dozen ProVs and looks good on display. I have a few from tournaments I have played and they are a good conversation piece in my office. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy WITB 2024 Driver: Qi10 LS 9* Ltd. HZRDUS RDX Smoke Blue 60 TX Fairway: BRNR Mini Driver Copper 13.5* Evenflow Black 75g 6.5 Fairway: Sim 19* HZRDUS Red 75g 6.5 Hybrid: 0317x 22* KBS Proto 95x Irons: X Forged CB 5 - PW MMT 105 TX Wedges: Jaws Raw 50*, 54* & 58* TTDG "OG" Spinner Putter: Toulon Madison BGT Fire 34.75" Ball: Z Star Diamond Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peterpc2828 Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 I wouldn't complain on winning balls as a prize, logo or not, a prize is a prize, no one should complain. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 Posted March 24, 2017 Author Share Posted March 24, 2017 No issue for me on the logo. The inscription is 50/50 and I think I would lean towards not doing it. Another good idea is a small trophy that can be had for less than a dozen ProVs and looks good on display. I have a few from tournaments I have played and they are a good conversation piece in my office. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy That's a good thought. Several years ago I won a two CTP in a nice outing (they offered one on each par 3...as we are doing) and i got a very nice engraved plaque that had a picture of the Par 3 with the course logo on it, along with a dozen balls (not prov's but a nice mid price ball). The balls are long gone, but both plaques still hang in my office!! G430 Max 10K TSiR1 15.0 Aldlia Ascent 60g TSR2 18.0 PX Aldila Ascent 6og TSi1 20 Aldila Ascent Shafts R T350 5-GW SteelFiber I80 SM10 48F/54M and58K S159 48S/52S/56W/60B Select 5.5 Flowback 35" ProV1 Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSauer Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 I like the idea of the course logo on the ball. Beyond that, it would be cool to have the name of the contest winner and the contest name or something like "pin seeker", "throwing darts" etc... just because I'd like to keep one on my desk or something as a little trophy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Driver: Aerojet 9* | Hzrdus Black Gen 4 Fairway: G410 3W 13* | Alta CB 65 Hybrid: TS2 18* | Tensei AV Blue 70 S Hybrid: iCrossover 20* | Kai'li White 80 Irons: P790 5-PW | DG S300 Wedges: Vokey SM9 | 52, 56, 60 | DG S200 Putter: Link.1 | Accra x LAB --- LAB Golf Link.1 Review --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfspy_CG2 Posted March 24, 2017 Author Share Posted March 24, 2017 I like the idea of the course logo on the ball. Beyond that, it would be cool to have the name of the contest winner and the contest name or something like "pin seeker", "throwing darts" etc... just because I'd like to keep one on my desk or something as a little trophy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk After reading a lot of these suggestions for something cool on it. I thought abut "Nailed It" or "I DID Hit That" That could be a good conversation piece if it was on a desk in the office or something G430 Max 10K TSiR1 15.0 Aldlia Ascent 60g TSR2 18.0 PX Aldila Ascent 6og TSi1 20 Aldila Ascent Shafts R T350 5-GW SteelFiber I80 SM10 48F/54M and58K S159 48S/52S/56W/60B Select 5.5 Flowback 35" ProV1 Play number 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hckymeyer Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Logo wouldn't bother me and I would expect it. No issues there. For the inscription I like "Did you make the putt?" Other random idea I've gotten in the past is a golf towel with tournament name embroidered and then "closest to pin winner" on it. Driver: SLDR w/ Fujikura Ventus Black 3w: '16 M2 hl w/ Diamana D+ 82 5w: Launcher HB w/ HZRDUS Yellow Hybrid: 22 deg. Launcher HB w/ HZRDUS Black Irons: 5i - gap Launcher CBX w/ Nippon Modus 3 125 Wedges: 54 CBX & 58 Zipcore w/ Nippon Modus 3 125 Putter: Red 7s Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSauer Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 After reading a lot of these suggestions for something cool on it. I thought abut "Nailed It" or "I DID Hit That" That could be a good conversation piece if it was on a desk in the office or something +1 for Nailed It. Would be perfect. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Driver: Aerojet 9* | Hzrdus Black Gen 4 Fairway: G410 3W 13* | Alta CB 65 Hybrid: TS2 18* | Tensei AV Blue 70 S Hybrid: iCrossover 20* | Kai'li White 80 Irons: P790 5-PW | DG S300 Wedges: Vokey SM9 | 52, 56, 60 | DG S200 Putter: Link.1 | Accra x LAB --- LAB Golf Link.1 Review --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjwiegmann Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 I like the idea of having both as well - I also really like having a line from a good golf movie like Caddyshack : "I never slice" or happy Gilmore : "it's all in the hips" or as previously mentioned "somebody's closer." I like the competitive spirit a phrase like that brings out. The best phrase may be "hit the driver, tin cup!" Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Driver: Nike Vapor Speed (10.5 degrees, Stiff)Hybrid: Titleist 915H 3h (stiff)Irons: Nike Vapor Fly Pro (4-AW, stiff +.5 inch long)Wedges: Nike Engage (52, 56, 60)Putter: SeeMore FGP MalletBall: Vice Pro Soft Bag: Puma Cart Bag Shoes: FootJoy Hyperflex BOA Dexterity: Right Handed Location: Iowa Handicap: 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shankster Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Someone hands me a box of ProV1's they could be polka dotted, or have my last name tattooed all over them and I'd be happy. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny B Posted March 24, 2017 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Logo balls don't bother me, but as noted earlier not everyone plays or likes ProV1's. And they don't last. As you mentioned, the plaque with the picture is a nice touch, but I would like something that I could use and remember the event. I have a collection of ball mark repair tools from different courses; one I use all the time. However, it does not have any engraving on it other than the course name and logo. Add the date and tournament name, and I would be happy. “We don’t stop playing the game because we get old; we get old because we stop playing the game.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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