How'd you play?

[fozcycle]

Three doubles and one birdie for a 40/43:83 at Pebble Creek.

[Josh Ross]

Played some great golf today but was playing a couple balls per hole due to being behind a foursome and the course being stacked up. Discovered today that I can play a very easy to hit fade with amazing consistency but the MTB-X is spinning like crazy off my short irons and wedges and just falling out of the sky. During my round I discovered it before an easy hole, a par 3 that plays 147 yards. I usually hit a smooth 9 iron into a green that is small, elevated, and slopes back to front. If I hit a PW it usually spins off the front. Well today I couldn't even get an 8 iron there, the ball would spin so much and looked like a wedge shot because of how high it went. Went back to my normal swing and had the distance I usually do. I wonder how much changing to the MTB Black or something similar would increase my distance with the other swing? 

[GolfSpy BOS]

Played an afternoon round after the boys both had baseball yesterday. Jackson played all but one of the 18 holes and had a great time. He got his first “birdie” on the first hole which is is a par 5. I set him up around 120 yards out and he was on in 2 and 2 putted! 
 

it was a rather uninspiring round for me, but I was not as focused as I should have been. The rest of our group got to the course at 1:41 for a 1:44 tee time… so I felt like we were scrambling to catch up and not hold groups up wanting Jackson to have a good experience too.  That led to a lot of iffy short game shots and even 3-3 putts, which is rare for me.  The greens were slow and sort of bumpy, but I think it was more a lack of focus. 
 

it wasn’t all bad though, the work at the driving range has helped with the driver. With the driver I was hitting the ball Right to left consistently to the point that I only had one ball left out to the right (a straight push out to the right) and of the 9 times I used it 6 were over average and two I would classify as poor strikes. The last was a good swing, toe strike that held its line and still went 250+. 
 

I might take another trip to the range this week and do some more tweaks and practice. I feel like I had an “aha!” Moment this year with my grip and shot shapes.  For me, as a lefty who golfs righty, it seems going stronger/weaker with my lead (left) hand is much more impactful on my swing. Not sure why I didn’t think of that before, but it seems to be working. 
 

Also, the Speedzone hybrid is officially on notice… so the three times I used it yesterday were absolute bombs. Two off the tee dead nuts center, one recovery on a par 5 from 220 that just rolled off the green about pin high. 
 

[edingc]

- 40/41 = 81 (+9)
- 6/15 FIR
- 11/18 GIR (2 birdies)
- 34 Putts (4 3-putts, 8 2-putts, 6 1-putts)

OK round overall. Had one awful tee shot that cost me two penalty strokes. Too many three-putts. We got a lot of rain yesterday and the greens were soaked and bumpy. I had a lot of trouble gauging distances, especially since I couldn't get the ball to roll very nicely.

Still, if an 81 in my upper ceiling when I don't play particularly well, I'll take it!

Rogue White was definitely feeling better than the AutoFlex did my last time out. Didn't drive the ball well overall, but I hit a few range balls at the end of the round and still am liking the Rogue White right now. Definitely feels like I can go a little harder at it and not lose track of the head.

[DiscipleofPenick]

37/41 this morning at home Cossett Creek. Birdies both par 5s on the front but 3 bad penalties on the back. Found hazards on 12, 15, & 18, two of which were poor execution by me. What's more concerning was plastering the driver all over the place, I couldn't keep it on my hole expect one that I smoked on #13. Typical day where one part of the game just isn't working.

[MrBandit]

Played a marathon of rounds of golf yesterday..Wolfdancer in the morning and TPC San Antonio in the afternoon.

Both are fantastic course but what a beating, difficult course..specifically on the greens, alot of undulating , suttle movement. 

There where alot of squares on the card on both courses.

 

[Tom the Golf Nut]

Drove an hour out of town to play with some co-workers. The course was in good condition but the greens were very slow. I left a lot of opportunities short. They wanted to walk and play back so I knew going in what I would be in for. Well the old man still has it in him. I was out driving two of them and keeping even with the third. Wound up five over and I was pretty pleased considering playing an almost unknown course. Played it a year ago in a scramble. The walking part wasn't to bad until I got home. Had a couple calf cramps. But it was 88 degrees and humid. 

[cnosil]

Windy day on the course today.   Didn't feel like I hit the ball too badly but just couldn't score and the 10 that I took really didn't help the score;  taking 6 strokes to get out of a bunker is never a good thing. Also had 4 three putts and 2 penalties on a single hole.    I think I need to figure out club distance;  hitting the center of the face more consistently since my lesson and my clubs seem to be flying a bit farther. .  

 

44/45:89

8 FW

8 GIR

37 putts

 

[tony@CIC]

Wife and I played 18 today  - actually she only played the front 9 but rode with me for the back. Since we were running late - no warm,  and between that and playing with my new toy (Shotscope V3) I got  a 46 on the front  - did a tiny bit better on the back with a 44. It was HOT and  HUMID! 

[Kenny B]

Played the worst round in a very long time.  Shot 91 with six (6) doubles, not counting the one I got at the turn.    No penalties!!!!

My short game disappeared including putting.  Usually I can save poor shots with my short game and putting... not today!!  Both were worse than my long game.  For the first time since I joined this club in 2015, I 4-putted.     Today I couldn't see the line and had poor speed... bad combination.  The 4-putt came on the Par 4 #7.  I was on the front of the green in two shots; it was 35 YARDS to the hole!!!  

The rough is longer than normal; the club added new sand to SOME bunkers; and the green speed is a little quicker than normal.  The Central Washington Chapter PGA Pro-Am being held at our course tomorrow.  4-Person Teams/ 1 Pro and 3 Ams... 1 Gross and 2 Net scores.  I used to play in these tournaments 20+ years ago.  It was a great way to play some private courses for $50.  Now it's $100 for public courses and $125 for private courses.

The bad thing is I can't go to the course tomorrow for much needed practice!!

[fozcycle]

Saturday: Three doubles and one birdie for a 40/43:83 at Pebble Creek.

Sunday:  10 FIRs & 10 GIRs(7 in a row holes 2-8) for a 41/45/86 at Pebble Creek.

[JeremyD]

I can't complain too much about my $10 per 9 golf course Midland CC. It's a little short, has a couple of narrow holes, the greens hold nicely, but I think it's time for a change of scenery for a couple of rounds. I am happy to try out Fire Fox in a month or so on a vacation. I played 2 balls, lost none, and shot 38 and 42. It was 95 degrees and although I drank plenty of water, the heat got to me. Two years ago, 38 or better would've been my score, but now, I'm way into my own head and I was lucky to average a 40. The course/slope rating isn't too high, so this is jacking my handicap. On a bright side, I'm trying my best to hit a cut off the tee with my woods. I was hitting this terrible pull hook, for a few years, and it's back to my old slice ball that helped me as a kid

[ejgaudette]

Got out for a Fathers day round with my data this morning. We used to get to play together more, but he has been into cycling lately so this is usually the only time we get to play. First round with the Epic Max LS and it performed well, but more on that in the testing thread. Approach game was off though. Just did not hit enough greens so even though short game was solid, especially putting, just not enough greens to score well. Went 40/40, and left the par putt one roll short on 18 to miss 79. Still it was a great day and enjoyable with my Dad. Happy father's day to all the Dads out there.

[M. Parsons]

Saturday at Los Altos (tournament) - 43/42-85, 9/18 GIR, 38-putts (4, 3-putts, and 2, 1-putts)

I was playing with 2 other guys that had better handicaps than me, which doesn't happen for me too often, at least not as much as I'd like for it to.  I've heard it's better to play with people better than you.  Course Handicaps were 4, 6, and 11, and we all shot 43 on the front...I had 2 doubles on the front, over shot the green on my 3rd into a par-5, then 3-putted, hit my second shot OB on #9 and that turned into my second double.  The putting was really frustrating because I had been putting so well the last 5 rounds (30, 30, 33, 30, 32).  I was actually playing pretty well on the back, until I missed a really short putt on #17 for par...then I never drive it right on #18, but I did this time...into the fairway bunker with a tree between the bunker and the green, I hit the tree coming out of the bunker then had to try to go under the limbs to get on the green...chunked it, pitched on and 2-putted for my third double of the day.

The good thing was the 9/18 GIR, I can't remember how long it's been since I hit that many greens.  I don't know what it is with me and putting, but I have found the same thing last year, where I just didn't feel comfortable over the ball.  Last year I switched up putters and that seemed to help for a while, so maybe I'll be doing that again.

Edited June 21, 2021 by M. Parsons

[Chip Strokes]

50/43 for a 93 today. 

played with my dad in a father/son event at his club. 

the course at his club is pretty challenging. it’s tree lined with a lot of doglegs, the rough is thick, and the greens are fast. i was happy with the way i struck the ball and scored today. plus any day you can play with your pops is great. 

[Invader Zim 315]

Hey all,

Been a minute!  Wanted to hop in to see if I could get some wisdom from fellow MGS mates.

Have been having my greatest season to date, down to a 5 handicap, shooting in the 70s- but on Saturday, whoa.  91, and the club literally felt foreign in my hand.  I wasn't mad and had a great time (laughed her off), but let's be honest, today all I can think about is what went wrong.  And so I ask, how do you all shake off that one bad round and not overthink it all?

 

Cheers

[Tom the Golf Nut]

First, you face the fact that it was just an off day. You did that already. Second, you know you have been playing well and been shooting in the 70's. You know your fundamentals are strong so you have to just let it go. Many times your best round is right after a poor round. Put that message in your head and look forward to playing. 

Option "B"

Focus on what you did well. If not much then fall back on "well at least I got all the crap out of my system" Then have a beer and forget about it. Then just go out and play better the next time. 

[Vegan_Golfer_PNW]

Range was closed this morning so played a quick nine doing more driver testing. Basically just ready golf. Shot a 48 but coulda been better. (Was 8 strokes better than last time I played the back nine). Worked on pitches instead of running it up which cost a few strokes. Putting was ok for not warming up. Irons were good. My 3H was money today on the balls I hit with it. Pins were tough. Must of had a weekend tournament. 

[Sluggo42]

5 hours ago, Invader Zim 315 said:

Hey all,

Been a minute!  Wanted to hop in to see if I could get some wisdom from fellow MGS mates.

Have been having my greatest season to date, down to a 5 handicap, shooting in the 70s- but on Saturday, whoa.  91, and the club literally felt foreign in my hand.  I wasn't mad and had a great time (laughed her off), but let's be honest, today all I can think about is what went wrong.  And so I ask, how do you all shake off that one bad round and not overthink it all?

 

Cheers

Nope, you’re done for. Prepare to shoot mid 90’s from now on. Your middle name will now be known as “klanky 3-putt”. Even your dog will avoid you. With dedicate 2 hour practice daily, you may get into the 80’s within a year…maybe… 

or…

you go out and shoot a 72 tomorrow… 

probably that I’d guess…

cheers

[cksurfdude]

5 hours ago, Invader Zim 315 said:

And so I ask, how do you all shake off that one bad round and not overthink it all?

..hunh! Didn't know that was even a thing that a golfer could do 

[Sluggo42]

Shot another really low round today, and I swear that evnroll putter is begging to stay in the bag over the Edel EAS… with another sub-30 putts day.

[cksurfdude]

So after several disappointing rounds actually had an ok ball-striking day. Walked 9 carrying a lightweight bag with just 6 clubs - hybrid, 2 irons, 2 wedges, putter - a few extra balls (lost one, found two Pro V1s) and water. I like the back-to-basics feel but after surfing the other day some of the old back muscles were starting to tighten up... 

As has been the norm of the last several rounds my first tee shot was good but then struggled with them (again) after that. Except for the shorter Par 3 where I pull-hooked the tee shot waaaay left .. and lost the ball in deep, thick rough .. and the longer Par 3 where I hit the green .. the rest of the tee shots were out to the left or the right but this round all find-able and playable. At least my punch-out shots are improving!

For the most part irons and wedges were ok; made more not great but going-in-the right-direction golf shots than usual. Putting was the disappointment - after incrementally improving over the last several rounds, ie. leaving more first putts closer and closer to the hole - I was generally over-reading break and mis-reading speed and sending the ball whizzing by on the high side .. leaving me some 4 or so foot comeback putts of which I ended up 3-putting FOUR. Which turned bogeys into doubles and doubles into triples....

But on the bright side overall I had 5 holes of 3 bogeys, 1 par (Par 5), 1 birdie (Par 3 - ok tee shot and one great putt!) vs 4 doubles or triples .. so no scoring records but sloooowly trending in a positive direction!

[artful_golfer]

On 6/19/2021 at 4:57 PM, CarlH said:

An ugly and sloppy 81 today

I would be ecstatic.

[tommc23]

Had a piss poor ball striking day with my irons today. Was hitting everything high on the face which I never do. Scrambling was so so also yet I shot a 92. If I could putt like I did today on my good striking days I’d break 90 finally.

[Rickp]

HUMID!!!  Yuck!!

Shot a +6 Humid, Stinky, Yucky 9.

Luckily it was a good group of Bacon Boyz so we settled on ridiculing every bad shot which there were many.  

[Sluggo42]

8 minutes ago, Rickp said:

HUMID!!!  Yuck!!

Shot a +6 Humid, Stinky, Yucky 9.

Luckily it was a good group of Bacon Boyz so we settled on ridiculing every bad shot which there were many.  

I would live in Florida if it wasn’t for the humidity no questions asked

[sirchunksalot]

1 hour ago, cksurfdude said:

so no scoring records but sloooowly trending in a positive direction!

Incremental improvement is moving in the right direction, and that is awesome! 

[Kenny B]

8 hours ago, Invader Zim 315 said:

Hey all,

Been a minute!  Wanted to hop in to see if I could get some wisdom from fellow MGS mates.

Have been having my greatest season to date, down to a 5 handicap, shooting in the 70s- but on Saturday, whoa.  91, and the club literally felt foreign in my hand.  I wasn't mad and had a great time (laughed her off), but let's be honest, today all I can think about is what went wrong.  And so I ask, how do you all shake off that one bad round and not overthink it all?

 

Cheers

I shot 91 on Sunday.  Worst round in a long time.

I'm done for.  Probably shoot mid 90's from now on.  My middle name will be now be known as "klanky 4-putt".  If I had a dog, he'd avoid me.  I will be dedicating 2 hours every day to practice, and I may get into the 80's within a year... maybe.

or… I will go out and shoot in the 70's tomorrow… probably that.   

Has happened to every one of us when we play this silly game.

[chisag]

20 minutes ago, Kenny B said:

I shot 91 on Sunday.  Worst round in a long time.

I'm done for.  Probably shoot mid 90's from now on.  My middle name will be now be known as "klanky 4-putt".  If I had a dog, he'd avoid me.  I will be dedicating 2 hours every day to practice, and I may get into the 80's within a year... maybe.

or… I will go out and shoot in the 70's tomorrow… probably that.   

Has happened to every one of us when we play this silly game.

 

... Pretty sure I heard Sunday after another one, Brian Harman has seven 4 putts since joining the tour. Perhaps you guys could do a 2 man Pro Am scramble! 

[Kenny B]

15 hours ago, chisag said:

 

... Pretty sure I heard Sunday after another one that Brian Harman has seven 4 putts since going the tour. Perhaps you guys could do a 2 man Pro Am scramble! 

Thinking back on Sunday's 4-putt, I believe could have had a better score than double bogey if I had chipped that 100 footer instead of trying to putt it.  Just because I was on the green didn't mean I had to putt it.  Never practice 100 foot uphill putts, but I practice 35 yard pitch shots every time I go to the course.  Now I know...