Tuesday Tip #6
 Basic Bunker Shot

Do you struggle from the bunker? I show you a proven method that makes bunker play easy. The secret is in your sit. So, let's get to it!

Direct Link HERE

Tuesday Tip #5 

Let’s Talk Sternum

In this Tip of the Week, we talk sternum and the importance of its position at set-up. Our sternum, if misplaced will affect our swing plane, contact and ball flight.  By using our sternum as our guide, we make it easier to promote square at impact. I cover sternum positions from PW to the big dog! So, let's get to it!

Direct Link: https://youtu.be/McvHzOZDhvs

2017 PWGA VS WGANC Challenge

PWGA Takes the Win at this year's PWGA VS WGANC Challenge 

View the photos HERE!

Seniors & Super Seniors Championship recap is HERE! Check out all the fun that was had. https://youtu.be/ofSiMOVc7pE

Tuesday Tip #4

Drill to Get Max Clubhead Speed

 To get max distance, you need to be strong and fast.

Speed + Strength = Power. You need both for distance in the golf swing.

In this Tip of the Week, we will focus on Speed. We'll get on our knees to take away our leg strength and solely focus on generating more speed with our arms. This speed is essential to deliver the max clubhead speed needed for max distance. Grab a shaft and a yoga mat with plenty of open space for this awesome drill. So, let's get to it!

Direct Link HERE

Haggin Oaks Golf Complex has announced their program for Women's Golf Day on June 6th. Learn more about all of the participating Northern California sites and sign up for an event near you. http://www.golfpwga.org/2017-women-s-golf-day-.html #Womensgolfday

Women's Golf Day Events

 

Turkey Creek Golf Club has announced their program for Women's Golf Day on June 6th. Learn more about all of the participating Northern California sites and sign up for an event near you. http://www.golfpwga.org/2017-women-s-golf-day-.html #Womensgolfday

Women's Golf Day Events

Empire Ranch Golf Course has announced their program for Women's Golf Day on June 6th. Learn more about all of the participating Northern California sites and sign up for an event near you. http://www.golfpwga.org/2017-women-s-golf-day-.html #Womensgolfday

Women's Golf Day Events 

Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course has announced their program for Women's Golf Day on June 6th. Learn more about all of the participating Northern California sites and sign up for an event near you. http://www.golfpwga.org/2017-women-s-golf-day-.html #Womensgolfday

PLAY NINE

USGA Deepens Commitment to Growing Golf Through 2017 PLAY9 Program

Fourth year of PLAY9 shows growth at regional and local level in support of time-friendly playing option

FAR HILLS, N.J. (May 9, 2017) – With a broader focus on golf at the local level, the USGA rolled out plans today in support of the PLAY9™ program.

Launched in 2014, PLAY9 has been educating and rallying golfers and non-golfers around the nine-hole round as an important, yet simple solution that addresses busy lifestyles, often cited as a barrier to the game’s participation.

In 2017, the USGA will be working closely with state and regional golf associations and courses throughout the United States that will host and promote local PLAY9 Days between May and October.

The USGA has also created online and printed toolkits for golf courses and facilities that are interested in hosting events. The toolkits offer posters, flyers and social media suggestions to raise awareness. Ideas for innovative themes and playing formats are also included.

"PWGA has long recognized the value of the Nine hole round", said Caroline O'Brien PWGA executive director. "We have a nine hole division with a current membership of 39 Nine Hole Clubs.  These members enjoy their game 9 holes at a time and have a complete roster of competitive and social events.  The Niners in PWGA have both a Team Play Championship and a Tournament of Champions annually".  Check out the Niners page on our site! 

Beginning in 2015, the USGA began to measure perceptions among both golfers and golf courses regarding the nine-hole round and the PLAY9 program.

A 2016 study showed:

•         As reported by golfers, nine-hole rounds comprised one-third of rounds played in 2016, Women, casual players and golfers under age 55 appear to be driving the increase in nine-hole rounds.

•         Nine-hole scores made up between 8-9 percent of all scores posted to the USGA’s GHIN system over the past three years (2014-2016), an increase from an average of 6 percent from 2010-2013.

•         Perception of the nine-hole round as a simple, effective and time-friendly option to play the game increased from 46 percent in 2015 to 54 percent in 2016.

•         The perception that nine-hole rounds are encouraging people to play the game is particularly strong with women and private club members, with 78 percent of both groups indicating that it is strongly positive.

•         As reported by golf facilities, the mean percentage of facility revenue generated by nine-hole rounds increased from 22 percent in 2015 to 27 percent in 2016.

•         Facilities have reported that the mean percentage of nine-hole starts increased from 19 percent in 2015 to 23 percent in 2016.

•         Forty percent of facilities saw a year-over-year increase in the number of nine-hole rounds played in 2016.

In support of the program, the USGA will utilize usga.org/play9 as the hub for all PLAY9 content. The site features a course finder that identifies nine-hole facilities as well as 18-hole golf courses that offer nine-hole playing options.

“The USGA is proud to support PLAY9 and encourage everyone from newcomers to lapsed golfers to go out and play the game,” said Mike Davis, USGA executive director/CEO. ”We are thrilled to see that participation for nine-hole golf is on the rise and we remain committed to programs focused on allowing golfers to play in less time and fit golf into their busy schedules.”