SEASON 2 - WEEK 5 MGS Forum Member Weekly Virtual Championship Tour (VCT)

[Mikedb26]

Date	05/04/2023
Course Name	Indian River Club
Gross Score	82
Course Handicap	5
Gross Strokes over/under par	10
Net Score to Par	5
Net Score	77
Net Birdies or better	4
Longest Drive	0

Started out thru 12 pretty good, then went completely brain dead!  Keep forgetting to take a picture or two for posting... like I said,  BRAIN DEAD!!

[dback]

Date	05/03/2023
Course Name	Alpine Country Club
Gross Score	84
Course Handicap	11
Gross Strokes over/under par	12
Net Score to Par	1
Net Score	73
Net Birdies or better	4
Longest Drive	248

Working through some swing changes that are really paying off everywhere but the driver, driver didn't leave the bag after the 4 hole. Thankfully I was hitting 3 wood great. Front 9 in particular, I was hitting almost every green then 2-putting. Not sexy but but I will take +3 on 9 holes every single round. Fell back to bogey golf on the back 9, chipping and putting cooled off a bit. Overall a fun round and great feeling some of the swing changes and time practicing are starting to pay off

[Placasse61]

Date	05/05/2023
Course Name	Maplegate CC
Gross Score	89
Course Handicap	21
Gross Strokes over/under par	17
Net Score to Par	-4
Net Score	68
Net Birdies or better	7
Longest Drive	271

I had a beautiful morning even though it was overcast with drizzle. Did not play well over the first 5 holes spraying the ball (putter and chips were saviors) 10 over then 7 over the remaining 14 holes. Makes the game so much more fun when I can stay focused.

[PeterHenric]

Date	05/05/2023
Course Name	Las Vegas Country Club
Gross Score	95
Course Handicap	23
Gross Strokes over/under par	23
Net Score to Par	0
Net Score	72
Net Birdies or better	7
Longest Drive	272

I took the driver out of the bag and had some of my best play in a long time. Few blowup holes, but lots of promising potential.

[Kenny B]

Date	05/05/2023
Course Name	Columbia Point GC
Gross Score	81
Course Handicap	6
Gross Strokes over/under par	9
Net Score to Par	3
Net Score	75
Net Birdies or better	5
Longest Drive	221

A cold blustery day and I couldn't putt.  That about sums it up.

[richk9holes]

Date	05/05/2023
Course Name	Hanover GC
Gross Score	92
Course Handicap	10
Gross Strokes over/under par	21
Net Score to Par	11
Net Score	82
Net Birdies or better	4
Longest Drive	230

Strange day, couldn't hit my irons and hit my driver 3 different shapes from the tee. Short game was excellent, kept me from potentially having 100+ considering 32 putts on 47-45 for 92. Only played well in 3 hole spurts, followed by a double/triple bogey.

[RoverRick]

Date	05/05/2023
Course Name	Sulphur Springs Country Club
Gross Score	81
Course Handicap	11
Gross Strokes over/under par	9
Net Score to Par	-2
Net Score	70
Net Birdies or better	3
Longest Drive	240

Pretty decent ball striking today. I had a mediocre putting day for me. 33 putts. 

[EasyPutter]

Date	05/05/2023
Course Name	Elma Meadows Golf Course
Gross Score	96
Course Handicap	25
Gross Strokes over/under par	26
Net Score to Par	1
Net Score	71
Net Birdies or better	3
Longest Drive	174

This was today's Friday 5/5 round.
Handicap (based on the last 20 rounds) recalculated after the round to go back to the 25 that it has been through most of 2022, some comfort in that.  Lots of missed one putts putting more singles and doubles on the card than I had hoped for.  
1 par
10 singles
5 doubles
2 triples
Now this is what I am used to seeing, a par as the best score and lots more singles than anything else but those triples are the ones that drive me crazy lol

Longest was 174 with the driver and 3 net birdies or better.  

Monday's round was not saved and I was careless when the notice popped up to close and save the round and touched delete instead so no idea really how similar or different the rounds this week were.

[TR1PTIK]

Date	05/05/2023
Course Name	The Golf Club at Fossil Creek
Gross Score	81
Course Handicap	10
Gross Strokes over/under par	9
Net Score to Par	-1
Net Score	71
Net Birdies or better	5
Longest Drive	316

I did not feel good yesterday. First truly hot day of the year and I was already somewhat exhausted by the time I reached the course. I spent the first 6 holes feeling like I was on the verge of passing out. Got some food at the halfway house before teeing off on 7 and started to feel better, but my chiropractor adjustment from Thursday still left me with a stiff back as my muscles continued to recover. 

Despite all of that, I managed an 81 with an eagle and a birdie on the card without any assistance from my handicap.

*Side Note* I used the Golfshot app last week (and only Golfshot as I forgot my Shot Scope). I have to say, I was not very impressed. It did a great job of helping me keep score and tracked most shots without me having to do anything. However, to gain any level of accuracy meant a lot more manipulation than I've grown accustomed to. Probably just as well, I use enough tech on the course as is lol.

[fozcycle]

Date	05/06/2023
Course Name	Silverado
Gross Score	86
Course Handicap	11
Gross Strokes over/under par	15
Net Score to Par	4
Net Score	75
Net Birdies or better	7
Longest Drive	205

Last minute change from my club(Heritage Isles) to Silverado as there was a tournament and we were not told. Eight of us drove to Silverado. My game was pretty lousy at first, shooting a 49/37/86.  I had back to back birdies on par 4 #9 & par 3 #10.

[Golfspy_CG2]

Date	05/04/2023
Course Name	Compass Pointe Golf Course
Gross Score	96
Course Handicap	18
Gross Strokes over/under par	24
Net Score to Par	6
Net Score	78
Net Birdies or better	4
Longest Drive	221

[Bucky CC]

Date	05/06/2023
Course Name	Western Lakes GC
Gross Score	74
Course Handicap	3
Gross Strokes over/under par	2
Net Score to Par	-1
Net Score	71
Net Birdies or better	5
Longest Drive	277

Best round of the short golf season.  Positive strokes gained in driving, short game, and putting, but I'm struggling a bit with my irons for some reason.  Still extremely happy with a 74 this early in the season.

[Lglasenapp]

Date	05/06/2023
Course Name	Brown Deer Park Golf Course
Gross Score	82
Course Handicap	11
Gross Strokes over/under par	11
Net Score to Par	0
Net Score	71
Net Birdies or better	2
Longest Drive	265

[MC3157]

Date	05/06/2023
Course Name	Heritage Oaks Golf & Country Club - Sarasota
Gross Score	91
Course Handicap	17
Gross Strokes over/under par	20
Net Score to Par	3
Net Score	74
Net Birdies or better	5
Longest Drive	248

[vandyland]

Date	05/06/2023
Course Name	Old Natchez Country Club
Gross Score	75
Course Handicap	9
Gross Strokes over/under par	5
Net Score to Par	-4
Net Score	66
Net Birdies or better	6
Longest Drive	307

Won the member guest this weekend with this round doing most of the heavy lifting. Just a great time overall. 
 

[RoverRick]

Date	05/06/2023
Course Name	Sulphur Springs Country Club
Gross Score	76
Course Handicap	8
Gross Strokes over/under par	4
Net Score to Par	-4
Net Score	68
Net Birdies or better	9
Longest Drive	230

I twisted my ankle (again) this morning and had decided not to play today. Then I decided to go, and not play, but hang out with the guys and perhaps chip and putt. However, when I got there, one of the guys who had ankle surgery and hasn’t played for 5 weeks was there going to play the gold tees. It was suggested I play with him and 2 others from the golf tees.  So, I played in limp mode. 
 

Limp mode is the best gear for me apparently. Limp mode is basically a 3/4 swing with 1 more club. I’m pretty accurate that way. I had a mental error on 5 and made double but then birdies on 6 and 7. But they were net eagles. And shot 36 net 32 on the front. 3 bogies, a double and one birdie and 2 net birdies for a 40/36 on the back. 27 putts and 4 of those touched the lip of the hole. 
 

I guess it’s hard to be too disappointed with just 28 putts, but after putting with the LAB Directed Force 2.1 earlier in the week, I have not felt comfortable with my current gamer. Tuesday, my DF 2.1 gets here and we will see if I can actually make those putts.

[Kenny B]

Date	05/06/2023
Course Name	Columbia Point GC
Gross Score	78
Course Handicap	6
Gross Strokes over/under par	6
Net Score to Par	0
Net Score	72
Net Birdies or better	4
Longest Drive	226

Better day today; sunny and warmer at 60º to start at 10am, but still breezy.  Shot 39/39 (+2/+4) after starting with a bogey on the first hole.  Another bad putting day, but I did have a chip-in birdie on the par 3 #8.    I also had two sandy pars and they weren't long putts.  

[Kenny B]

13 minutes ago, RoverRick said:

Date	05/06/2023
Course Name	Sulphur Springs Country Club
Gross Score	76
Course Handicap	8
Gross Strokes over/under par	4
Net Score to Par	-4
Net Score	68
Net Birdies or better	9
Longest Drive	230

I twisted my ankle (again) this morning and had decided not to play today. Then I decided to go, and not play, but hang out with the guys and perhaps chip and putt. However, when I got there, one of the guys who had ankle surgery and hasn’t played for 5 weeks was there going to play the gold tees. It was suggested I play with him and 2 others from the golf tees.  So, I played in limp mode. 
 

Limp mode is the best gear for me apparently. Limp mode is basically a 3/4 swing with 1 more club. I’m pretty accurate that way. I had a mental error on 5 and made double but then birdies on 6 and 7. But they were net eagles. And shot 36 net 32 on the front. 3 bogies, a double and one birdie and 2 net birdies for a 40/36 on the back. 27 putts and 4 of those touched the lip of the hole. 
 

I guess it’s hard to be too disappointed with just 28 putts, but after putting with the LAB Directed Force 2.1 earlier in the week, I have not felt comfortable with my current gamer. Tuesday, my DF 2.1 gets here and we will see if I can actually make those putts.

Beware the wounded golfer!!  

[IndyBonzo]

Date	05/06/2023
Course Name	Eagle Creek Golf Club - Pines
Gross Score	89
Course Handicap	10
Gross Strokes over/under par	17
Net Score to Par	7
Net Score	79
Net Birdies or better	4
Longest Drive	266

It was a rough back nine.  Lost my focus and paid for it with a run of doubles. It was still a great time.  

[RoverRick]

1 hour ago, Kenny B said:

Beware the wounded golfer!!  

Unfortunately, that’s all I will likely ever be again. Osteoarthritis in both knees and right ankle. It’s just that some days are better than others. Because of my ankle I added a slight pause at the top of the swing. OMG. I suggest that for older golfers. I will do it tomorrow and implement it on every swing. I saw a video on it this morning and tried with stellar results. 

[Kenny B]

4 minutes ago, RoverRick said:

Unfortunately, that’s all I will likely ever be again. Osteoarthritis in both knees and right ankle. It’s just that some days are better than others. Because of my ankle I added a slight pause at the top of the swing. OMG. I suggest that for older golfers. I will do it tomorrow and implement it on every swing. I saw a video on it this morning and tried with stellar results. 

I've done the same thing.  That slight pause helps set my body in motion correctly.  When I don't do it, it's horrible.

All the aches and pains seem to get a little worse each year... and we both have another year coming up next Sunday!!!  I'm celebrating mine on a 4 day golf trip to central Oregon.  

[RoverRick]

 

4 hours ago, Kenny B said:

I've done the same thing.  That slight pause helps set my body in motion correctly.  When I don't do it, it's horrible.

All the aches and pains seem to get a little worse each year... and we both have another year coming up next Sunday!!!  I'm celebrating mine on a 4 day golf trip to central Oregon.  

I’m celebrating my birthday with a Directed Force DF2.1 by L.A.B. Golf putter test. Plus the following weekend I’m playing in the biggest tournament of the year. Hopefully, the new putter will be successful. 

[Vegan_Golfer_PNW]

Date	05/07/2023
Course Name	Forest Hills
Gross Score	93
Course Handicap	23
Gross Strokes over/under par	21
Net Score to Par	-2
Net Score	70
Net Birdies or better	4
Longest Drive	296

Overall great 18 this week. Had a learned my wrist set issue I might have broke 90 combined. Today was the back nine at forest hills. Hit a near hole in one. Had a birdie and two pars. Should have had a couple more pars but I aimed poorly (a 90 yard pitch I aimed at the pin instead of middle green. If I do middle green I at worst par since I pulled the pitch. Nearly sunk a 39’ par putt on a par 5.  Was one rotation away from dropping. Also had two rim runners on chips. One one real bad iron shot. Shanked an 6i because last minute in swing I thought fade. Should have backed off and reset. Overall on the total 18 two penalties, 4 pars and the one birdie, 31 putts. 49/44. 
 

first nine

second nine

total SG

[richk9holes]

Date	05/06/2023
Course Name	Raritan Landing GC
Gross Score	68
Course Handicap	9
Gross Strokes over/under par	10
Net Score to Par	1
Net Score	59
Net Birdies or better	6
Longest Drive	215

Got out at an executive par 58 about an hour north of me, near Rutgers U. Was paired with 3 guys who were learning, but wanted to play blue tees. I played well right from the 1st tee, 7i to about 8' away. Hit 4/5 fw, 9/18 gir. The missed fw I went for it from 230y on a par 4 and pushed it right, but close to pin high, 40 yard right.

Short game held me back from scoring a very low number..3x 3 putts and a couple wedge shots I should have been able to get to tap in range left short, funny because that had been the saving grace this week when I shot 90+

[Randall Robbins]

Date	05/05/2023
Course Name	Bent Creek GC
Gross Score	71
Course Handicap	3
Gross Strokes over/under par	0
Net Score to Par	-3
Net Score	68
Net Birdies or better	5
Longest Drive	240

[Mikedb26]

Date	05/07/2023
Course Name	Sandridge Golf Club DUNES Course
Gross Score	78
Course Handicap	3
Gross Strokes over/under par	6
Net Score to Par	3
Net Score	75
Net Birdies or better	1
Longest Drive	325

[Kenny B]

Date	05/07/2023
Course Name	Columbia Point GC
Gross Score	77
Course Handicap	6
Gross Strokes over/under par	5
Net Score to Par	-1
Net Score	71
Net Birdies or better	5
Longest Drive	220

About the same as yesterday, same score on the front... 39; one shot better on the back... 38.  Finally managed to string 4 good shots together on the Par 5 #18 to make a birdie.  Otherwise just a lot of scrambling.  

It was cooler this morning because we teed off 2 hours earlier.  Finally took off my pullover on hole #16.

[Kenny B]

Dang you guys are good.  I shoot one under my handicap and I can't even crack into the top 10!!  

[Bohnson]

Date	05/06/2023
Course Name	Country Club of The North
Gross Score	72
Course Handicap	-2
Gross Strokes over/under par	2
Net Score to Par	4
Net Score	74
Net Birdies or better	3
Longest Drive	330

Up and down round! Burned sooo many edges. Some nice up and downs too. That’s golf ️ sometimes. 

[DiscipleofPenick]

Date	05/07/2023
Course Name	Coppertop
Gross Score	77
Course Handicap	5
Gross Strokes over/under par	7
Net Score to Par	2
Net Score	72
Net Birdies or better	3
Longest Drive	273

Shorter course, but lots of elevation changes, water, and tough greens. 2 of the birdies were legit, and one was net. Should have been a net eagle as I missed a 4 footer for birdie.