In a few days, 2012 is coming to an end. This is the time of year where we reflect on our past performance and set our target for the new year. I hope the statistics on your golf scores will give you an indication how have you performed.
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| John's game has been very consistent throughout the period, even during the wet period |
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| Looks like I have a lot to learn in playing the wet condition |
Since I have been an IT men for most of my life, it is my occupational disease that I tend to be quite technical. To play good golf, I think there are basically 4 fundamentals to look at, although I am sure most of you already know:
- Long game. What is the % of fairway hit? How far is my drive?
- Approach shot. Can we reach the green in regulation? Otherwise, birdie is OOQ.
- Short game. How often can we made 1 chip 1 putt?
- Putting. 3 putt is definitely bad.
The next question is, do we have the right tools? Are you happy to use the wooden racket that we used in the 70's to play badminton today?
If you are just happy to go and play a round of golf, congratulations...there is nothing wrong with that. We are happy for you and glad to see you at the club.
As for me, my experience had taught me a few lessons about golf:
1. distance is inversely proportion to age! - so I may need a new driver that is more forgiving and it will be nice if it can add another 15 yds or so.
An aged equipment only make the matter worst! For those who are looking for new driver, check out this site..
http://www.golf.com/equipment/golf-magazine-clubtest-2012-drivers.
2. short game is proportional to age! - just need more practise.
3. Sand shot can put on neutral gear - because I can always avoid it if I can work on my irons.
So guys, that is my game plan for 2013. My secret is out.......I am targeting another 2 HCP point down for 2013....so cheer me on, guys.......
Well, you can keep your secret for now...
HCP Review 31 Dec 2012
Basing on the scores submitted over the last 3 months, please note that I have made certain adjustment to our HCP rules, in order to cater for our different capabilities:
1. The maximum HCP for super seniors (aged +70), will be capped at 36. Furthermore, the golfers will have an option to play off WHITE tee.
2. The maximum HCP for others, will be capped at 26.
The revision of +1 will apply if Avg point is +5 and above, and to qualify for the adjustment, the player must played at least 50% of the games played by the member who has achieved the most games played in the month. eg if that person has played 12 games in the month, the HCP of player will be reviewed if he has played at least 6 games. Score cards received are proof of attendance.
Here is the HCP adjustment as at 31/12/2012:
| Members: | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
| Gan KT | John Chen | Dennes Chin | Alex Geok | Lee CP | Lim KS | Tan CH | Quah ES | Francis Lai | Gan KH | Low YM | Khoo SH | Mike Ng Y | Cheah PH | Dr Chuah | Liaw YS | Lam CH | Kee CK | Chan Peng | Siew EH | |
| KRTU # | 6377 | 1324 | 5109 | 5214 | 1643 | 6697 | 6612 | 4648 | 4093 | 6619 | 3796 | S1201 | 1944 | 0701 | 2651 | 4284 | S3014 | 4807 | 0807 | |
| HCP: | 16 | 13 | 10 | 18 | 13 | 14 | 23 | 23 | 13 | 27 | 12 | 32 | 20 | 24 | 21 | 20 | 26 | 21 | 24 | |
| Avg Pts | 16 | 20 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 16 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 11 | 15 | 12 | 6 | 0 |
| Hcp adj: | -1 | +1 | +1 | +1 | +1 | +1 | ||||||||||||||
| HCP Rev: | 16 | 12 | 10 | 18 | 13 | 14 | 23 | 23 | 14 | 26 | 13 | 33 | 20 | 24 | 21 | 21 | 26 | 22 | 25 |
The new HCP will apply for Jan 2013. Subsequently it will be reviewed at end of each month per our original proposal. My apology for not doing my duty.
As per our last competition rules, the next competition results, which will be held in conjunction with the next dinner gathering, will STILL be based on BEST 10 scores recorded from the day after the previous competition to the day of next dinner.
The spirit of golf...
Ian Bishop has no problem with talking about the explosion in which he lost
his legs, but don’t expect him to show obvious emotion or any hint of self-pity.
The former Royal Marine corporal suffered horrific injuries, losing both legs
above the knee, when he stepped on an improvised explosive device while on
patrol in Afghanistan. But he talks matter-of-factly of what happened to him,
and makes light of the enormous challenges posed by his disability.
"Fore"......
We all know that golf etiquette is an essential part of the game. I am sure you have seen this picture in TheStar newspaper recently..
This car must be travelling on the road at least 150m away from where the ball was hit, but look at the impact.
Many many years ago, I had hit the back of my friend when he was walking about 50m ahead. I just shank the ball at that very unfortunate moment. I felt so bad for my friend and worst for myself. Then in one of the golf tour to Chaingmai with an international group of overseas golfers , lead by Dennes's nephew. MY flight mate was hit by a golf ball just below his eyes. The ball came from about 100m behind us, when my flight mate went to look for his ball off the fairway. Instantly , he felt to the ground and close his left eyes and cried in pain. Mind you, this guy is a black and more than 6ft tall, strongly build. I could see blood oozing out from his fingers and at that moment, I thought the golf ball had hit his eyes. Later, I was told that the ball made a big cut just below the eye. When I met my friend again a few years later, I was told that his left eye is blinded.
I know some of us habitually shout (quite softly) "ball" before hitting the shot, regardless if there is anyone in front. When this becomes a habit at every shot, then it will be like "the boy who cried wolf?". I think it is only proper to shout if you notice someone ahead.
If you don't mind me nagging...
Keep It Safe http://golf.about.com/cs/beginnersguide/a/golfetiquette.htm
• Do not swing your club until you know that others in your group are at a safe distance. Likewise, keep your distance when others are swinging. Be aware to steer clear of trouble.
• When practising your swing, never swing in the direction of another player. There may be pebbles or twigs or other matter in the grass that could fly up and injure a playing partner.
• Do not hit the ball until you are certain that the group ahead of you is out of range.
• If your ball appears headed toward another player or another group, give them a warning by yelling out, "Fore!" (an internationally recognized alert)
• Observe the safety suggestions posted in golf carts and drive carefully. Golf etiquette requires keeping your cart off the grass as much as possible.
• Never throw clubs in anger. In addition to being rude and childish, it could also be dangerous
• Do not swing your club until you know that others in your group are at a safe distance. Likewise, keep your distance when others are swinging. Be aware to steer clear of trouble.
• When practising your swing, never swing in the direction of another player. There may be pebbles or twigs or other matter in the grass that could fly up and injure a playing partner.
• Do not hit the ball until you are certain that the group ahead of you is out of range.
• If your ball appears headed toward another player or another group, give them a warning by yelling out, "Fore!" (an internationally recognized alert)
• Observe the safety suggestions posted in golf carts and drive carefully. Golf etiquette requires keeping your cart off the grass as much as possible.
• Never throw clubs in anger. In addition to being rude and childish, it could also be dangerous
Happy Golfing, Wish you have a hole-in-one in 2013!!!!!
