Andy tries to use the "FORCE" to stop Rodney's light-sabre attack. Just kidding, Star Wars Day isn't until later this summer.
Better weather brought out better play today for the five 3-person teams on Wednesday. The group scored a plus 21 points collectively, quite an improvement over yesterday's minus15. Big winners Randy, Raymond and Mikey bagged 98 points, led by Raymond's game high 35.
Raymond and Mikey celebrate their birdies on 7 with a double shot.
Other highlights include Raymond's 2nd CTP of the young season. Rodney back-to-back birds on 7 and 8, Roger the same on 12 and 13. Glen and Rodney 3 birdies on the day. Roger is Medalist with an impressive +8. Honorable mention to Mikey +6, Scott and Josh +5. Great birdie for Leroy on 18, hope it brings him back tomorrow.
Mikey tries to console Andy and Tom on their disappointing day by giving useful tips and bragging about his own stellar play.
Some of you have asked the whereabouts of John. Guess who I saw at the driving range today, working on his game?
Schedule and weather have not allowed him to join us yet. Expects to make his 2022 debut soon.
Jeff has been watching it rain for several days down in Florida but hopes to get out and play tomorrow. He has a big match with some retired cops. Good luck Jeff, send pics and let us know how you fare. By the way, good idea to get in good with the men in blue, although a little late. Floyd wanted me to send this picture to remind you what sunshine looks like.
We are still waiting for Stan, Norm, Keith, Westy, and Butch to join us soon. Hope all are well.
On to today's action. Twelve of us played pretty much to our number as the group finished minus 1 for the day.
The pre-tournament favorites.
They came in 4th (out of 4)
Steady play by Shelly, Gary, and Allen won the front with +1. Four birdies on the back led them to a +5 back nine and overall victory. Shelly's tee shot on 18 to 5 feet gave them an excellent chance to sweep until Floyd stuffed the next to last tee shot of the day inside 2 feet. Shelly takes Medalist with +6, Tom most points with 32. Brandon made his 2022 debut today. He followed a sluggish 7-point front with 16 on the back for a strong finish. Mikey had the most interesting card of the day. He had a "Trifecta" on the front. A trifecta is 3 birdies, 3 pars, and 3 bogeys for an even par 18 points. Unfortunately, a fourth straight day of walking the course combined with 3 shots of Fireball on the front left Mikey a little weakened, resulting with a 10 point back nine. Yes Jeff, Mikey has crossed to the dark side and I don't think he is coming back.
After the round, Scottie awarded Leroy with the "Ultra" medal (above the Kentucky). I am still a little fuzzy on the details of this award, hope to clarify at a later date.
Results and Numbers
January 14, 2022
Friday Results, Member Updates, Golf Tips
Welcome to the late Friday Weekend Edition. We will start with an update from our Medical, Health, and Well-being reporter Leroy. Take it away Leroy.
LEROY: Checked in with Stan and he is doing okay. Doing things around the house, a few back issues but apparently nothing bad. Doc tested negative, just a sore throat from playing in the cold. I have two words for you guys with sore muscles and general aches and pains. TIGER BALM! (Just ignore the smell)
That's all for today. STAY STRONG everyone.
Thank you, Leroy. Also visited with Bob at our post round meeting in the clubhouse. His back is not responding as hoped. He will be a day-to-day decision. Jeff was successful in his match Friday, another free dinner. More on that later.
Amazingly, we played all 5 days this week. Eighteen different golfers combined for 51 rounds. Friday was probably the best day weather wise but only 7 showed, others scared off by a miserable forecast (Nice job Grant).
Tom tips his cap, appreciating the standing ovation after another bomb off the tee.
Tom, Scott, and Glen take front, back, and total but lose Rabbit and CTP, to net a whopping 1 dollar for their efforts. Gary's birdies on 6 & 8 brought his team back from 2 holes down to extend match for an overtime victory. Floyd wins his 2nd consecutive CTP to cut his team's losses. Randy wins Medalist (+5) and total points (35). He also had a "Turkey" with birdies on 14,15,16.
Golf Tips
We have all struggled with hitting a straight shot that is way left or right, realizing afterwards that we were lined up way left or right. Our eyes are looking at the pin, but our feet are not lined up that way. If you line your ball up with the hole, then your feet should be lined up on a parallel line (like train tracks). Here is a tip the next time you are on the driving range. Use an alignment stick to line your feet up correctly. Take a look at this example to get the idea.
Take your stance and look straight down. You will see the line (the one on the ground you dirty old men), make sure your feet are aligned with the stick. Good luck and you are welcome.
Our next tip is from Jeff who sends this from Florida, fresh off another victory down South. He says a little stretching before teeing off really seems to help. He has sent this short video of his routine.
Thanks - good to reminisce . Need more Golf tips from Billie Jo !!
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