How'd you play?

[DiscipleofPenick]

41/37 this weekend at a muni near my house. Basically had 4 garbage holes to start and was only +4 the rest of the way. Cold morning and felt stiff teeing off in mid-40s, but got into the low 60s as the round progressed. Only 1 birdie, but no doubles. 1 3-putt and a few up and downs. Irons & chipping came alive on the back which really helped the round. Driver was not good, hitting my toe hook miss most of the day. And it was an odd day as all of us were struggling for distance off the tee, even with some rollout in the fairway. 240 was a big hit, not sure what that was as my irons were going their normal yardages. 

This was a short course with low slope - 6100/115 so while a 78 isn't bad, especially this early in the season, I always feel like I should be 4-5 shots better. Oh well, it was only my third round.

[ejgaudette]

14 hours ago, chisag said:

 

... Haha pretty true at every level. I am convinced if we had to run up to our ball and hit it within 2 seconds the mental side of the game would almost disappear. I see NBA played that are wide open for a 3 point shot and take extra time, miss it more often than not. But catch and shoot in the rhythm of the game and the make percentage is higher because they aren't thinking, just reacting. In golf if you play the front 9 s well as possible that thought of not playing ell on the back is always there, even when you keep it at bay. Every round is one bad shot away from a disaster. I just can't think of any other sport that is so mentally demanding with all the time in the world to get into your own head.  

This is so true. Back in high school when I was in better shape and a bit silly. I played a round of speed gold in about an hour with 6 clubs or so, and shot the same score as I did played later in the day walking with all my clubs. Golf really is a silly game.

[ejgaudette]

Played 9 at small course near my in-laws on Saturday. Took it as a real practice round, hitting multiple balls, extra putts, so bunker shots here and there. The course is very tight and tree lined so lost a couple balls, found a couple. Hit the ball ok, still trying to find the consistency a bit as the year has started. Didn't keep score at all but it was a beautiful day and the green were in great shape, fast and slopey so it was fun to practice on those.

[fixyurdivot]

Is it just me or has the rounds/day on this thread been on an all time pace?  The effects of a pandemic combined with a long winter no doubt .  It's great seeing everyone getting out . 

I am a little surprised we don't have more "close encounter" entries but maybe that's just patina needing to be polished off? 

[mikeanthony]

Saw the below post on IG and noticed how Scottie’s right elbow was a good ways from his body. I always somewhat had the thought of keeping my right elbow closer and pinched into my body. 

Played 18 yesterday and shot 87 … FIR was 92%. Swung the driver with my right elbow flailing out wide and what a massive difference. 

I’ll admit that it led to over-tinkering with my iron swing while out on the course for a GIR of 22% … but for me, it’s a win. When the driver is in play (as opposed to 3W or hybrid) and it puts you in the fairway, the game is a lot more fun.  

Edited May 2, 2022 by mikeanthony

[Kenny B]

1 hour ago, mikeanthony said:

Saw the below post on IG and noticed how Scottie’s right elbow was a good ways from his body. I always somewhat had the thought of keeping my right elbow closer and pinched into my body. 

Played 18 yesterday and shot 87 … FIR was 92%. Swung the driver with my right elbow flailing out wide and what a massive difference. 

I’ll admit that it led to over-tinkering with my iron swing while out on the course for a GIR of 22% … but for me, it’s a win. When the driver is in play (as opposed to 3W or hybrid) and it puts you in the fairway, the game is a lot more fun.  

Jack's elbow was also away from his body at the top of the swing.  It's closer to the body in the downswing as the elbows try to come together.

[Kenny B]

17 hours ago, chisag said:

 

... Haha pretty true at every level. I am convinced if we had to run up to our ball and hit it within 2 seconds the mental side of the game would almost disappear. I see NBA played that are wide open for a 3 point shot and take extra time, miss it more often than not. But catch and shoot in the rhythm of the game and the make percentage is higher because they aren't thinking, just reacting. In golf if you play the front 9 s well as possible that thought of not playing ell on the back is always there, even when you keep it at bay. Every round is one bad shot away from a disaster. I just can't think of any other sport that is so mentally demanding with all the time in the world to get into your own head.  

Agree.  More often than not, my back nine is better than my front nine.  When I make a bunch of screwups early, I tend to stop thinking and just "make swings to get through the rest of the round".  Now I just have to learn how to start out that way.  

[RollingGreens]

Got out this weekend, it was a bit better than last weekend. Driver and wedges were pretty good and the putter has been great. Still not hitting irons very well. Lots of snap hooks but from my playing partners and own deduction I am trying to really take a bigger swing and am chicken winging my elbow promoting the over the top motion. Still shot in the 100s even though I really started to put it together in the back 9. Really wish the range would open so I could get some work to hammer out my iron swing. Already started working on shortening up my swing and have noticed slight improvement 

[Rickp]

4 hours ago, fixyurdivot said:

Is it just me or has the rounds/day on this thread been on an all time pace?  The effects of a pandemic combined with a long winter no doubt .  It's great seeing everyone getting out . 

I am a little surprised we don't have more "close encounter" entries but maybe that's just patina needing to be polished off? 

Yup, last week or so traffic on this Thread is moving!!

[vandyland]

Played yesterday for the first time in 3 weeks. Made a 9 on the first hole (a handshake par 4 with no trouble) and realized on the second tee during my practice swing I had resorted to dragging the club WAAAY too inside. Made me realize why tour guys are always rehearsing that first few feet of their practice swing as a trigger. Anyway, made that correction and rattled off 13 straight pars and ended up shooting 77 (par 71) despite what was a horrible start. Good lesson in being resilient AND trusting that I can fix swing issues on the course when they pop up. 

[Sluggo42]

Shot pretty good today…

[chisag]

... Been in a rut lately. Physical problems I won't whine about here and probably just needed a break. Played 7 days in a row culminating in an 83 for me    and a 96 for my pard visiting from Chicago for all of April and he rarely shots above the low 80's. I don't remember seeing him ever shank a shot and he shanked two in a row into houses off a par 3 tee box.    I think we were as tired mentally as physically. Took 2 days off and had a much better day with birdies on all 4 of the par 5's just missing 2 eagle putts. I made it to 18 without a 5 on my scorecard and of course the minute I started to wonder "have I ever played 18 without a 5 on my scorecard?" I missed my first fairway finding a deep bunker and had to play out sideways. Hit a 6 iron to 10 feet and missed the putt for my first 5 of the day.  I also bogied 2 of the par 3's so ended up 1 under for the round. I think it has been at least a month since I shot under par with a ton of mid 70's and a few upper 70's, so nice to be back on track. 

[JerryB]

Played the back nine at River Heights today.  It was an interesting round; every hole had a different issue, lol.  I chunked my approach on hole ten a little...

Hole eleven saw me top my seven iron tee shot.  It skipped three times along the water before coming to a stop safely on the other side!

On hole twelve I bladed three chips back and forth over the green.

And so on and so forth.  Just a bunch of weirdness.  Greens were freshly mowed but the recent rains meant clumps of grass were everywhere.  Here's how many greens looked:  

I had a putt on seventeen that looked on line until it hit a little clump of grass and turned hard right.  I'm not good enough to get mad about these things, though.

Shot a +14 50.  Another promising round!

[rkj427]

9 hours ago, Sluggo42 said:

Shot pretty good today…

Still liking the new irons? Thought you may share more details about them? Just curious.

[ncwoz]

First league night last night, shot +5. Round was full of really solid shots and I putted great, just had a few poor swings that kept it from being a great round. I've got the rest of the summer though, so wouldn't want to be all down hill from here haha

[Sluggo42]

8 hours ago, rkj427 said:

Still liking the new irons? Thought you may share more details about them? Just curious.

Glad you asked, as I’ve kind of been just shooting to get more used to them. Shot a 75 today which included a double on 8, thanks to using a tee that was still sticking in the ground from someone else. Lesson learned!

the irons (p770’s) are fantastic. They’re 7-15 yds longer, and I’ve been getting used to trusting them. The switch to the regular shafts (Ventus Red 6R) has also been great, and I’m finding that just taking a smooth swing is the key. The 5 and 6 irons in the (p790) are SO easy to hit. This combo set is kind of taking the sting out of getting older, as the extra distance, feel, and forgiveness, are making these things so pleasant to hit.

[chisag]

3 minutes ago, Sluggo42 said:

the irons (p770’s) are fantastic. They’re 7-15 yds longer, and I’ve been getting used to trusting them. The switch to the regular shafts (Ventus Red 6R) has also been great, and I’m finding that just taking a smooth swing is the key. The 5 and 6 irons in the (p790) are SO easy to hit. This combo set is kind of taking the sting out of getting older, as the extra distance, feel, and forgiveness, are making these things so pleasant to hit.

 

... You are an excellent living example of my philosophy that everyone should play the most forgiving irons they can effectively play. Awesome you found a set of irons that seem to be doing that for you! 

[MattWillGolf]

Got out for 9. Easily my best driving day. The putter let me down though which has been a strength of late. Two 3 putts. But went to use my Ping G410 Crossover. Set up and notice when I grip the club that head is pointed off line. The shaft shifted in the head. My shot of the day though was a wedge to 6 feet. With enough bite to only move a foot from my ball mark. My issue really is being consistent from shot to shot. 

[Sluggo42]

2 minutes ago, chisag said:

 

... You are an excellent living example of my philosophy that everyone should play the most forgiving irons they can effectively play. Awesome you found a set of irons that seem to be doing that for you! 

Totally agree with this. It’s not that the Hogan Ptx Pro’s aren’t great stix, but let’s be clear, half that set are butter knife blades. One cannot deny the true joy of a well struck blade shot, but forgiveness isn’t one of their main selling points.

the p770/p790’s still provide a wonderful feeling on a well struck shot, it’s just “different”.

Oh, I forgot to add one last piece of the puzzle that I’m now 2 rounds into. I’ve switched my grip to an interlock, vs an overlay. some might say that that’s not that big of a deal, but let me tell you, it’s significantly different.

it’s funny as I’m getting a new blister. The result of the switch, for me, has been a much higher degree of accuracy all across the board. It seems a bit easier to have a stronger grip, as that was one of my lessons, that is helpful.

[Rickp]

Monday & Tuesday Execs…..  Monday borderline ready to quit, irons just not working.  I can feel myself sliding in my backswing to reduce pressure on my right(forward) leg producing low, almost skull shots.  But the putter worked!!!!

Tuesday birdied 1st & 9th with in between.  The sliding is continuing and will until knee surgery repair, I hope.

Cancelled all Wednesday golf for May, going to reduce golf thru the month.  June 2nd will be here quickly.

 

[rkj427]

53 minutes ago, Rickp said:

Monday & Tuesday Execs…..  Monday borderline ready to quit, irons just not working.  I can feel myself sliding in my backswing to reduce pressure on my right(forward) leg producing low, almost skull shots.  But the putter worked!!!!

Tuesday birdied 1st & 9th with in between.  The sliding is continuing and will until knee surgery repair, I hope.

Cancelled all Wednesday golf for May, going to reduce golf thru the month.  June 2nd will be here quickly.

 

 

Just need to look at the golf game from the perspective of knowing that you have knee issues, yet still are getting out and at least enjoying spring weather, scenery, and having enjoyment with those shots which come off as planned. Better to have some fun and enjoyment rather than not being able to get out and play at all.

 

Best of luck with the knee surgery too!

[Rickp]

1 minute ago, rkj427 said:

 

Just need to look at the golf game from the perspective of knowing that you have knee issues, yet still are getting out and at least enjoying spring weather, scenery, and having enjoyment with those shots which come off as planned. Better to have some fun and enjoyment rather than not being able to get out and play at all.

 

Best of luck with the knee surgery too!

Yup, you’re right.  Was a beautiful morning

[Mtbryant01]

After my trip with @Ben_Howell34 to Big Cedar Lodge (I’ll update on his post about how that trip was….it was incredible) I got to play with a buddy at my local club today. 

I shot a 75 today (my best this year and one off my personal best ever)

I had a chip in birdie and then….. a hole in one! Can’t even describe the feeling of seeing the ball drop into the hole off the tee. 149 yd shot, downwind. Pin is on the front. I played a full PW with the slightest fade. Hit 5 ft to the left of the flag, checked up on the side hill and started falling to the right towards the hole. The anticipation was real as I didn’t know if it was tracking or not. I saw it roll into the flag stick, catch the lip of the cup, do a 180 around the flag before falling in.

Beautiful weather, incredible day. I’ve had many lows while playing, but this is why I love going out again and again. The chase for perfection and today was pretty dang perfect.

[ParFore74x]

1 minute ago, Mtbryant01 said:

After my trip with @Ben_Howell34 to Big Cedar Lodge (I’ll update on his post about how that trip was….it was incredible) I got to play with a buddy at my local club today. 

I shot a 75 today (my best this year and one off my personal best ever)

I had a chip in birdie and then….. a hole in one! Can’t even describe the feeling of seeing the ball drop into the hole off the tee. 149 yd shot, downwind. Pin is on the front. I played a full PW with the slightest fade. Hit 5 ft to the left of the flag, checked up on the side hill and started falling to the right towards the hole. The anticipation was real as I didn’t know if it was tracking or not. I saw it roll into the flag stick, catch the lip of the cup, do a 180 around the flag before falling in.

Beautiful weather, incredible day. I’ve had many lows while playing, but this is why I love going out again and again. The chase for perfection and today was pretty dang perfect.

That is definitely an incredible day!! Congrats on the Ace!

[Sluggo42]

9 minutes ago, Mtbryant01 said:

 

I had a chip in birdie and then….. a hole in one! Can’t even describe the feeling of seeing the ball drop into the hole off the tee. 149 yd shot, downwind. Pin is on the front. I played a full PW with the slightest fade. Hit 5 ft to the left of the flag, checked up on the side hill and started falling to the right towards the hole. The anticipation was real as I didn’t know if it was tracking or not. I saw it roll into the flag stick, catch the lip of the cup, do a 180 around the flag before falling in.

 

Congrats! Took me 65 years to get my first.

[Vegan_Golfer_PNW]

17 minutes ago, Mtbryant01 said:

After my trip with @Ben_Howell34 to Big Cedar Lodge (I’ll update on his post about how that trip was….it was incredible) I got to play with a buddy at my local club today. 

I shot a 75 today (my best this year and one off my personal best ever)

I had a chip in birdie and then….. a hole in one! Can’t even describe the feeling of seeing the ball drop into the hole off the tee. 149 yd shot, downwind. Pin is on the front. I played a full PW with the slightest fade. Hit 5 ft to the left of the flag, checked up on the side hill and started falling to the right towards the hole. The anticipation was real as I didn’t know if it was tracking or not. I saw it roll into the flag stick, catch the lip of the cup, do a 180 around the flag before falling in.

Beautiful weather, incredible day. I’ve had many lows while playing, but this is why I love going out again and again. The chase for perfection and today was pretty dang perfect.

Congrats on the ace!

[bens197]

19 minutes ago, Mtbryant01 said:

After my trip with @Ben_Howell34 to Big Cedar Lodge (I’ll update on his post about how that trip was….it was incredible) I got to play with a buddy at my local club today. 

I shot a 75 today (my best this year and one off my personal best ever)

I had a chip in birdie and then….. a hole in one! Can’t even describe the feeling of seeing the ball drop into the hole off the tee. 149 yd shot, downwind. Pin is on the front. I played a full PW with the slightest fade. Hit 5 ft to the left of the flag, checked up on the side hill and started falling to the right towards the hole. The anticipation was real as I didn’t know if it was tracking or not. I saw it roll into the flag stick, catch the lip of the cup, do a 180 around the flag before falling in.

Beautiful weather, incredible day. I’ve had many lows while playing, but this is why I love going out again and again. The chase for perfection and today was pretty dang perfect.

Congrats!  It only gets easier from here on out

[Kenny B]

20 minutes ago, Mtbryant01 said:

After my trip with @Ben_Howell34 to Big Cedar Lodge (I’ll update on his post about how that trip was….it was incredible) I got to play with a buddy at my local club today. 

I shot a 75 today (my best this year and one off my personal best ever)

I had a chip in birdie and then….. a hole in one! Can’t even describe the feeling of seeing the ball drop into the hole off the tee. 149 yd shot, downwind. Pin is on the front. I played a full PW with the slightest fade. Hit 5 ft to the left of the flag, checked up on the side hill and started falling to the right towards the hole. The anticipation was real as I didn’t know if it was tracking or not. I saw it roll into the flag stick, catch the lip of the cup, do a 180 around the flag before falling in.

Beautiful weather, incredible day. I’ve had many lows while playing, but this is why I love going out again and again. The chase for perfection and today was pretty dang perfect.

Nice round and congratulations on the HIO!!  

[sirchunksalot]

54 minutes ago, Mtbryant01 said:

After my trip with @Ben_Howell34 to Big Cedar Lodge (I’ll update on his post about how that trip was….it was incredible) I got to play with a buddy at my local club today. 

I shot a 75 today (my best this year and one off my personal best ever)

I had a chip in birdie and then….. a hole in one! Can’t even describe the feeling of seeing the ball drop into the hole off the tee. 149 yd shot, downwind. Pin is on the front. I played a full PW with the slightest fade. Hit 5 ft to the left of the flag, checked up on the side hill and started falling to the right towards the hole. The anticipation was real as I didn’t know if it was tracking or not. I saw it roll into the flag stick, catch the lip of the cup, do a 180 around the flag before falling in.

Beautiful weather, incredible day. I’ve had many lows while playing, but this is why I love going out again and again. The chase for perfection and today was pretty dang perfect.

Congratulations on the ace! 

[GolfSpy_SHARK]

1 hour ago, Mtbryant01 said:

After my trip with @Ben_Howell34 to Big Cedar Lodge (I’ll update on his post about how that trip was….it was incredible) I got to play with a buddy at my local club today. 

I shot a 75 today (my best this year and one off my personal best ever)

I had a chip in birdie and then….. a hole in one! Can’t even describe the feeling of seeing the ball drop into the hole off the tee. 149 yd shot, downwind. Pin is on the front. I played a full PW with the slightest fade. Hit 5 ft to the left of the flag, checked up on the side hill and started falling to the right towards the hole. The anticipation was real as I didn’t know if it was tracking or not. I saw it roll into the flag stick, catch the lip of the cup, do a 180 around the flag before falling in.

Beautiful weather, incredible day. I’ve had many lows while playing, but this is why I love going out again and again. The chase for perfection and today was pretty dang perfect.

F’in A. Hell of a round and even better ace!