Peter Allan

Hello Golfers,

Welcome to this week's newlsetter, keeping you up to date with all the latest news, events and offers from here at Ashton In Makerfield Golf Club. We hope you're having a great week on and off the golf course.

Enjoy the read.

Club news

New Club Roles

Congratulations to our New Captain Mr Steve Lowe who took over the role at this week’s AGM. Also to our New Lady Captain Joan Ashton, our new Lady President Mary Hall and our new President John Rigby, many congratulations and good luck in your terms of office.

The AGM also saw Allan Pilling retire as Treasurer after 15 years and the Club presented him with a thank you present for his excellent work over this time. The Treasurers role is now taken on by Frank Welsh.

I would personally like to thank all the officials of the club who have retired from office for all their hard work and effort and wish the new “Team” every success.

A big thanks also to Ste Lingard who has put a lot of effort in to produce the recent Member Survey which had a great response, the final results of this will be available soon but there are interim results available to see now on the Club website information page.

Thanks to all who took part.

Tour news

So Close Yet So Far

It was a case of so close yet so far for Northern Ireland’s Graeme McDowell and Argentine team-mate Emiliano Grillo, as they finished agonizingly short in the QBE Shootout in Florida, missing out on top spot by a single stroke. The event, which follows a fourball format, was won by Americans Patton Kizzire and Brian Harman, who finished on -30 after a final round of 61. Tony Finau and the LPGA’s Lexi Thompson finished on -23.

Meanwhile, it was an emotional victory for 2010 Open winner Louis Oosthuizen, as he claimed his first South African Open over the weekend – the first time the South African has won the tournament. An eagle and five birdies in his final round meant that Oosthuizen ended the tournament on -18 under – a record-equaling six shots clear of second place. England’s Oliver Wilson finished on -10, in a tie for third place.

Shop news

Christmas In Your Pro Shop

- Check out our Xmas Table for some great gift ideas at great prices.

- FootJoy Chill Out Tops SAVE £20 Only £59.99

- FootJoy Lambswool Jumpers from £49.99

- FootJoy Golf Socks (who doesn't need socks)!! These are not just socks these are Golf Socks, no comparison treat your feet this Xmas.

- Winter Mitts, Golf Balls, Gloves, and of course our Personalised Gift and Lesson vouchers all make fantastic gifts to open on Xmas Day.

Don't Miss Out - Motocaddy FREE Bag

You have until the 31st December 2018 to enjoy this brilliant offer. When you purchase a new Motocaddy S-Series Lithium trolley, you'll be able to claim a FREE Motocaddy cart bag worth up to £199.99.

But that's not all! In addition, we'll slash £50 OFF the price of S3 PRO and S5 CONNECT models during the promotion. What's not to like?

Click here to find out more.

Last Chance - Give A Garmin

We've been running Give a Garmin in-store this Christmas and plenty of you have already taken advantage of the discounted prices on the Approach S10 GPS watch.

With a £20 SAVING to be enjoyed, there's never been a better time to purchase a Garmin device; whether it's to take your game to the next level or as a present for a loved one. You have until this Sunday (16th December) to place your order. Go....

Click here to order yours.

Pro's news

When Tom Met Tommy

Last week our very own Tom Ratcliffe had the fantastic opportunity to attend a 3 hour session organised by my great friend Ian Lee with non-other than world no. 12 and Lancashire lad Tommy Fleetwood.

This was a fantastic opportunity for a group of Lancashire juniors to learn from one of the golfs current best players. Tommy did a session on the range and then gave them some great insights into golf from his early days to the top of world golf.

It’s great to see Tommy giving back to the next generation of Lancashire golfers a really inspirational day.

Tom I hope you were paying attention!!

Do you spot a trend?

We all want to enjoy playing golf, and a big part of this is lowering our handicap. Yes, there will be times when your game isn't up to scratch and you go up .1 a few times in a row, but there'll also be times when all of the puzzle pieces fit and your handicap tumbles.

What does your graph look like?

As the year comes to an end, it's important to take stock and examine where you can improve your game going into the new year. There might be several areas that you want/need to work on, or maybe just two or three finer details that will take your game to the next level.

Whatever those areas are, we're here to help. We can identify the key reasons you're not shooting the scores you want, as well as devise a personalised winter coaching plan to help iron out those faults and get you paying your best golf. So, if you want to see your handicap tumble in 2019, come down to the shop for a chat - you've got nothing to lose and everything to gain.

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Here comes the sun

It's the time of year where you start packing your clubs into your travel bag, ready for a few days abroad with your friends surrounded by nothing but beautiful sunshine and stunning courses. One accessory that is often overlooked is a pair of golf-specific sunglasses - essential for golf in the sun.

Luckily, Oakley have you covered. The Targetline model pictured above features a Dark Prizm lens, meaning that you'll be looking at those beautiful, scenic courses with maximum contrast and enhanced visibility - ideal for playing your best golf.

Alternatively, why not try the Flak 2.0? The Prizm lens gives you unparalleled detail when out on the course. It's also optimised with HighDefinitionOptics for the clearest possible vision over the field of view, with no magnification unlike regular lenses.

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Video of the Week

From multiple time winner on the European Tour to Sky Sports Golf presenter, watch this video for a real insight into what's it's like being inside the ropes, both as a player and a broadcaster.

I hope you have enjoyed this week's update.
We hope to see you soon
Peter

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