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Welcome to St. Marys Golf and Country Club’s new and improved newsletter! The newsletter will be a bi-weekly publication for both members and green-fee golfers of the St. Marys Golf and Country Club. The purpose of the freshly designed newsletter is to keep you up to date on what is going on at the St. Marys course, in the golf industry, and beyond. Here you will find information on events and tournaments at the St. Marys Golf and Country Club; relevant golf tips to help improve your game; up-to-date golf equipment reviews; golf stretches and tips from local Physiotherapists Jeff Romkey and fitness coach Cyril Moss and ; and, a golf industry blog written by a member of our very own St. Marys Golf and Country Club staff! Our goal is to keep you informed so you don’t miss out on a thing when it comes to the St. Marys Golf and Country Club.
From,
The St.Marys Golf Team
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News & Events:
Mens Breakfast
The St. Marys Men's Breakfast is the first golfing event of the year at the St. Marys Golf and Country Club. Breakfast starts at 8 am and tee-times start at 9 am. All male golfers are welcome. Whether you are a member, a casual golfer, or a die-hard green-fee traveler, this is a great way to start the season off right by getting out with the guys to share some laughs, play some golf, and eat a great breakfast prepared by the chefs at the St. Marys Golf and Country Club. So be sure to make a tee-time as this is one event you won't want to miss.
Date: Saturday, April 24th, 2010
Time: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: St. Marys Golf & Country Club
Our new Events Calendar has launched.
We have launched a newly updated version of our event calendar. A complete listing of our events is now offered in a calendar format, making it easier for you to keep you informed and up-to-date on what is going on at the club.
There is always something new and exciting going on at St. Marys Golf & Country Club. Make sure you check back regularly so that you do not miss any of these exciting events!
View our Event Calendar
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On the Course: Driving the Ball Further
Presented by Mike Weir sourced from Score Golf
I’m often asked how to hit the ball longer. Just as on the PGA Tour, almost every golfer is trying to get more distance off the tee. The first thing to remember is that the driver is the most difficult club in the bag to hit. That’s because it has the least amount of loft, meaning that if you miss it just a little, your error is going to be larger than with a nine-iron.
Distance is really determined by clubhead speed. The faster you swing the club, the farther the ball will go. But that can also spell trouble for the average player. When he hears this, he generally tries to use his arms to move the club faster and that can lead to all sorts of problems and a lot of inconsistency.
I’d suggest that you don’t think about trying to swing faster, but instead focus on making solid contact. If you hit the ball in the centre of the clubface with a clubhead speed of 94 m.p.h.,you’re going to hit it better than if you hit it on the toe with a speed of 100 m.p.h.
So concentrate on swinging in tempo, with a smooth move. Be sure to make a full shoulder turn away from the ball — think about turning your back to the target — and make a full rotation as you swing through, so your stomach faces the target. Above all, stay in balance. Those fundamentals will help you strike the ball solidly, which will lead to greater distance.
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Golf Blog: Climate Change and Golf
What does the Future Hold for Southern Ontario?
The average golf season in Southern Ontario, today, lasts for about 214 days every year. According to a recent study by the Ontario government, however, the average golf season is expected to increase. In fact, the study predicts that by the 2020s, the average golf season could be as long as 265 days a year – a 51 day increase from the 2000s! This could mean another 15 or 20 rounds added to your golf season, each year; depending on how many rounds you play each year [maybe even 51 more golf days if you play every day!?!]. What’s even more, by the 2080s, it is expected that if current weather trends continue, the average golf season could be up to 323 days a year – this equates to only 42 non-golf days each year! Does this thought get you excited?
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Golf Fitness Academy: An Introduction
Presented by Cyril Moss, Certified Golf Fitness Instructor
The 'Golf Fitness Academy' at Stonetown Physiotherapy uses the TPI model to evaluate a golfer's physical capabilities and swing mechanics in order to develop a customized program of off-season conditioning exercises. Participants receive the same experience they would at the Titleist Performance Institute in Oceanside, California - with the exception of the beautiful weather and scenery.
This program includes various golf-specific physical tests, as well as analysis of the golfer's swing using high definition, high speed video. The Golf Fitness Academy is also equipped with 3D motion capture technology - the same technology used in the gaming industry and movie animation, which allows Romkey and Moss to determine a golfer’s swing efficiency. Based on the golfer's physical capabilities and limitations, an exercise program is developed. This program helps to improve muscle and joint mobility required by an optimal golf swing, as well the strength and stability of the shoulders, torso and hip girdle that generate power in a golf swing.
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