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THE ROSE FACTOR
Lots of LOCAL NEWS to report, including areview of changes at many DEL VALLEYcourses, Player of the Year updates, andlots and lots of HOLES-IN-ONE. And a lookahead to 2015, with big nationaltournaments coming to our area, plusGREAT GOLF’s 20th anniversary.
PLACES TO PLAY
Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delawareand Maryland are host to some of thecountry's most beautiful golf courses.The varying contrasts of terrain providea variety of interesting and challenginggolf courses for all golf enthusiasts.
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MAP AND DIRECTORYA comprehensive listing ofcourses in the region, highlightedby our featured courses with acorresponding Map, to help getyou out on the course whereveryou may be traveling in PA, NJ,DE and MD.
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WINTER GOLF
Odds on another awful winter like thelast one are remote, but just in case;check out indoor golf at Play-A-RoundGolf in Malvern. You can also get awayto North Carolina with Talamore atPinehurst, or just head down the shore,where there’s no snow in AC.
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COVER FEATUREMakefield Highlands GC
Now celebrating its 10th anniversary, MHGChas been a true success story. It’s a greatGC with a great location just off I-95 nearNew Hope, Pa. An award winning drivingrange, top teaching pros and the popularHighlands Bar and Grille. A must play! P. 7
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After the awful winter we had, we’ve been rewarded with a
pretty good spring and summer. The summer weekends
have been almost perfect, not even one major heat wave to
endure. Courses have held up really well, conditions among the
best I can remember. And now it’s almost Fall, my favorite season
of the year. Cooler temps, a new grass growing season which will
give us the best conditions of the year. Sweet! Lots of
tournaments for me, many opportunities for you to experience new courses. Check out
this issue of GREAT GOLF and enjoy our favorite game.
Our featured course is Makefield Highlands Golf club in Yardley, PA., an
immediate success since it opened 10 years ago. A great location near New Hope, a top
notch championship course designed by Rick Jacobson, with an award winning range
with expert PGA pros. Everyone also enjoys the great food and drink at the Highlands
Bar and Grille. Be sure to put Makefield Highlands on your schedule.
THE ROSE FACTOR reviews 2014, with updates on the status of many local
courses, highlights those in the running for Player of the Year, and lists a ton of great
shots and Holes-in-One. I’ll also look ahead to 2015, with some national events coming
to our area.
Lastly, I hope you’ve enjoyed my golf reports and “Pick the Winner” contests on
975 The Fanatic and at www.975thefanatic.com. Record number of entrants this year,
hopefully more next year including you!! And lots to look ahead to in 2015 with the
20th anniversary of GREAT GOLF. Thanks again for your support.
See you on the tour.
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West Chester, PA(610) 738-4410
www.broadrungc.com
Lebanon, PA(717) 279-7409
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Mark Twain’s famous quote “Thereports of my death are greatlyexaggerated” could have been
uttered 2 years ago in regard to LuLuCountry Club and its classic DonaldRoss design. That now seems likeancient history, as last year, newmanagement came to LuLu and the clubis thriving once again.
You can feel the optimism aboutLuLu’s future, as members will tell youthat the course is in great shape with thegreens rolling smooth and true. There’san ambitious capital improvementprogram in progress, NO assessments tothe members. New maintenanceequipment, a new cart fleet andclubhouse renovations are all part ofmanagements short and long term plan.
The golf product at LuLu is greatlyimproved and there’s greater value foryour golfing dollar. A full singlemembership is only $3350, and includesunlimited golf 7 days a week, with
preferred tee times, and the uniqueability to enjoy full reciprocity withLuLu’s sister club, Yardley CC. 2 clubsfor one exceptional price….it’s atremendous value.
LuLu is a private club, but under thenew management, has introduced their"Member Fore A Day", a recruitmentprogram designed to permit non-members to experience LuLu CC. Theprogram is reasonably priced at $58Mon-Thurs, $68 on Fridays and $78Sat/Sun and holidays, carts included.Twilight rates start at 3 PM, $48 Mon-Fri, $58 S/S/H.
The club is conveniently locatednear all major thoroughfares, makingLuLu the ideal selection for weddings,banquets, private, corporate andcharitable golf outings. For more info orto preview this historic Donald Rossgem, call Head Pro Jon Rusk at 215-576-7030 or contact him via email at:golfshop@lulucc.com.
100 YearsAnd Still Going Strong!
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Par: 70 Yardage: 6,097
Rating: 70.0 Slope: 124
FEATURES / AMENITIESl Competitively Priced Pro Shopl Frequent Players Card Available
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Loch Nairn Golf Club is located just five miles south of Longwood Gardens off US
Route 1 in scenic southern Chester County. This 18-hole championship golf course
will test your ball-striking abilities with demanding shot values to tree-lined fairways
and an abundance of water hazards, as the name Loch Nairn would suggest.
New this year, earlier twilight discounts, “Super” twilights, and late-day specials for
kids playing with parent. Lessons available from Head Professional, Christopher Conklin.
“NEW SAVINGS & SPECIALS FOR ALL AT LOCH NAIRN”
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450 S. Whitehorse RoadPhoenixville, PA 19460
(610) 933-2223
Pickering Valley Golf Club is a friendly, family owned public golf facility
located just off the Malvern / Phoenixville exit of the PA Turnpike and
minutes from King of Prussia. One of the most scenic golf courses in
Chester County offering beautiful vistas and a challenging test of golf’s most
seasoned golfers. A natural turf driving range and putting green keep you in
top form. Multiple tees meet the needs of any golfer’s ability. Choose
Pickering Valley for your next group or company outing.
Architect: John Thompson
PGA Professional: Bob Bohrer
Par: 72 Yardage: 6,535
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514 McCue RoadAvondale, PA 19348
(610) 268-2234
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Architect: Ron Prichard
Director of Golf: Steve Holauchock
Par: 72 Yardage: 6,721
Rating: 72.6 Slope: 136
1921 Ludwig RoadGilbertsville, PA 19525
(610) 754-9862
www.hickoryvalley.com
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immaculately groomed with beautiful well-kept greens. When was the last
time you played a round without highways or communities, just you, your
buddies and Mother Nature? Now you have the opportunity to play two courses
and the price is right. At Hickory Valley we offer lessons, a practice range and we
can handle outings from 24 to 400. We are just minutes from King of Prussia. Call
for directions… you will be glad you did. Pennsylvania’s Best 36 Holes.
1391 E Cayuga St.Philadelphia, PA 19124
(215) 743-4060
Located just minutes north of center city Philadelphia, Juniata Golf Club is an
18-hole golf course designed by renowned golf architect, Ed Ault. Presently
managed by the non-profit corporation, Juniata Golf Foundation, this classic
course is considered a hidden treasure by many locals and offers a wide array of
unique and challenging holes. Completed in 1930, Juniata Golf Club was designed
to take advantage of its naturally-rolling terrain. Adding to the challenge is Frankford
Creek that makes its presence known on a total of six holes.
Architect: Ed Ault
General Manager: Robert Wheeler
Par: 66 Yardage: 5,275
Rating: 64.8 Slope: 109www.juniatagolfcourse.com
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(610) 584-5700Architect: Ed Ault
PGA Professional: Keith Oldham
Par: 71 Yardage: 6,304
Rating: 69.6 Slope: 122
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Since 1963, Center Square Golf Club has provided an outstanding, well-conditioned course to accomodate all ability levels. This Ed Ault designedcourse features a rolling and hilly terrain and forces golfers to use every club
in the bag. We had the honor of hosting the USGA Women’s Amateur Public LinksNational Championships in 1980 and 1997. Champs is a great place to enjoy drinksand a meal after a round of golf and don't forget to stop in to our golf Pro Shop forCSGC apparel and more. Center Square Golf Club is a beautiful setting for yourWedding day or Special Event.
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Architect: Alex Findlay
PGA Professional: Dan Hoban
Par: 69 Yardage: 6,217
Rating: 68.4 Slope: 119
420 N. Belleview AvenueLanghorne, PA 19047
(215) 757-6951
www.middletowncc.com
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Middletown Country Club enters its second century in historic Langhorne, Bucks County.
Managed by the Agro Golf Corporation, this classic Alex Findlay design has links to the game’s
historic past. Golfers can now walk the same fairways that were graced by famous names
such as Hogan, Player, Miller, and Fazio. Middletown’s 6,217-yard layout is living proof that a course
does not have to be 7,500 yards to be challenging with small undulating greens, well placed bunkers,
and strategically placed water hazards. Middletown also offers a fully-stocked golf shop, PGA golf
lessons, a junior golf program, wedding and banquet facilities, a summer swim club, and Hacker’s Pub
and Grill. Find out why golfers have chosen Middletown Country Club for over 100 years!
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2944 Lutheran RoadGilbertsville, PA 19525
(610) 323-3222
Gilbertsville Golf Club is a privately owned 27-hole public golf course.Located inNew Hanover Township amidst the rolling hills of Montgomery County,Gilbertsville Golf Club has established itself as one of the best-maintained golf
courses in the area thanks to Superintendent Eric Noonan. Lessons are available fromProfessional Kyle Ruane as well as outings, leagues and memberships packages.Gilbertsville Golf Club is located just a "short drive" from Routes 100 and 422 offering youthe perfect chance to play one of the area's premier golf facilities. Come and see whatmany are calling "the best kept secret in Montgomery County."
Architect: John Benicasa
GM/Professional: Kyle G. Ruane
Par: 70/71 Yardage: 6,186
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Architect: George Fazio
PGA Professional: Jimmy Maack
Par: 70 Yardage: 6,304
Rating: 69.7 Slope: 121
162 Ridge RoadPhoenixville, PA 19460
(610) 933-8836
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For over 50 years, Kimberton Golf Club has welcomed golfers to play a round of
golf. Opened in 1962, and designed by George Fazio, our course is known as
the location for golf the whole family can enjoy. Each year new golfers are tested
by our challenging 18 holes of golf. Tournaments and golf outings at Kimberton Golf
Club are great ways to get together on the golf course. There is always a new reason
to enjoy a day of golf and fun times with family and friends at Kimberton Golf Club. Golf
is the ideal way to enjoy the outdoors and the company of others.
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1146 Stump Hall Rd.Skippack, Pa. 19474
(610) 584-4226Architect: X.G. Hassenplug
PGA Professional: Darryl Lock
Par: 70 Yardage: 6,003
Rating: 69.0 Slope: 120www.skippackgolfclub.com
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Skippack Golf Club is a peaceful park setting located in Evansburg State Park.
The manicured front nine features raised greens that slope from back to front
and the back nine ventures through the woods and twists around the
Zacharias Creek. New this year is The Farm House Restaurant, residing in the
completely renovated first floor of a colonial building that been on property since the
1800’s. It features a full menu designed for before and after golf, as well as
American contemporary lunch and dinner selections.
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By Mike Rose
State of the Game – Update
Despite excellent weather this year, rounds of golf are flat to slightly downin 2014. The game continues to suffer with kids not taking up the gamedue to other options, golfers leaving the game because it’s too hard, and
slow play making the game too long. The powers that be are working on answersto all of the above, like 15 inch cups, new and fun programs to bring more kids tothe game. Wouldn’t it be nice if golfers played continuous putting, were ready toplay when it is their turn, etc.
Good news and bad to report on the status of many clubs that aresuffering. Edgmont CC, in bankruptcy earlier this year, is out of it and back inbusiness, doing better than ever. But like other clubs, could still use moremembers. Torresdale-Frankford got a huge influx of cash as the Union Leaguejoined with them to add value to their over 1000 members. I talked to local golfarchitect Stephen Kay and his team are already working on a new range, with atee and bunker program on the horizon. This classic Donald Ross course shouldbe back to top form next year. The venerable Atlantic City Country Club, over100 years old and where the term “birdie” was coined, was sold byCaesar’s/Harrah’s to the Ottinger family, owners of Scotland Run and Ballamor.Not sure what their plans are yet, but I hope they lower their greens fees, way toohigh.
On a negative note, it looks like Meadowbrook GC in Phoenixville willbe closing in October, with the local school district using “eminent domain” topurchase the land and build a new school. Bad luck for the Campbell-Youngfamily that has owned the course for over 75 years. Philmont CC was looking todo some big capital improvements thanks to a deal with Toll Bros. to buy 9 holeson their South Course. That deal is no longer happening, Toll has backed out.
Players of the YearWith only a few events left to be played, most of the Player of the Year
titles were sewn up as of Labor Day. In the Juniors, Cole Berman of Phila.Cricket Club is your winner, thanks to his strong play in junior events plus a 5thplace finish in GAP’s amateur rankings thanks to his win at the prestigiousPatterson Cup. Cole should continue his rise as he heads off to college. Congratsto Blaine Lafferty of Burlington who finished 2nd in the junior race.
No surprise in the senior division, as Chip Lutz of LedgeRock is runningaway with POY honors for the 5th consecutive time. He won the Warner Cup, andplayed well in GAP majors and around the world, low amateur again in the BritishSenior Open. In the Super Seniors, the race will go down to the wire with
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defending champ Don Donatoni battling it out with Bill Lawler. Don won theBrewer Cup, Bill the Warner Cup. The GAP Senior Championship in September,with the Silver Cross title also at stake, will determine the POY. Hey even thisreporter, winner in 2012, and as lousy as I’ve played this year, is still in the hunt,currently 10th in the rankings but only 1 shot back in the Silver Cross. With theAm at my old home course Philmont, anything could happen. Fingers crossed.
In the always exciting battle for the GAP POY/Hyndman Award, the 2014winner is Temple senior to be and Commonwealth CC member Matthew Teesdale,continuing the Temple run that Brandon Matthews started last year. Matt won theGAP Phila Open, played well in other events and was the only local player tomake match play at the USGA Amateur. Congrats also go to 5 time winnerMichael McDermott who captured his 3rd Mid Am title and Jeff Osberg of HVCCwho won the GAP Amateur title at White Manor. In the Phila. Section PGA, DaveQuinn is your leader in the Haverford Trust POY race, with Rich Steinmetz, DaveMcNabb, Billy Stewart and Stu Ingraham close behind. In the senior division, StuIngraham, again, is well ahead of Brian Kelly. All races will be determined thisfall with September’s PGA Championship at Llanerch and the Match Play title inOctober at Riverton helping to determine the 2014 POY winners.
Major Events Coming to the DEL VALLEY in 2015
The USGA Mid Amateur has just finished up at Saucon Valley, hope youwere able to watch theaction. But if you missedit, don’t fret, 3 of golf’smajor titles will be comingto our region in 2015. Inthe spring, PhiladelphiaCricket Club, and theirclassic and newly renovatedWissahickon course,designed by AW Tillinghast,will host the country’s topclub professionals. Phillyshould be represented by11-15 local pros, allwanting to win the title, or just finish in the top 20, earning them the right to playin next August’s PGA Championship. In June, the world’s best women head toLancaster CC, for the USGA Women’s Open, where Michelle Wie will defend thetitle she won this year at Pinehurst. Lancaster is a William Flynn gem, one of myfavorites. Get your tickets now, they will go fast. And in September, the nation’sbest senior amateurs will go to Hidden Creek GC in Egg Harbor Twp, NJ for theUSGA Men’s Senior AM. Hidden Creek is another beauty from Bill Coore andBen Crenshaw and should test the players with firm, fast conditions. I’ll be tryingto qualify for that one for sure.
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HOLE-IN-ONE REPORT
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NAME COURSE HOLE # YARDAGE CLUBMark Britt Sandy Run 10 121 yards 9-iron
Ray Shuman Sandy Run 10 121 yards 8-iron
Tom Cataganus Twisted Dune 13 128 yards 8-iron
Samuel Green Jr. Ingleside GC 8 175 yards 3-wood
Zach Virnelson Pitman GC 4 185 yards 5-iron
Ben Cooley Burlington CC 10 134 yards 9-iron
Ann Udis Meadowlands CC 3 98 yards PW
Etta Waldman Meadowlands CC 6 110 yards 5-wood
Elyse Leace Meadowlands CC 3 100 yards 9-iron
Dennis Riley Valleybrook GC 5 155 yards 6-iron
John Salmon Meadowbrook GC 5 125 yards 9-iron
Gayle Griffin Town & Country 4 117 yards 9-iron
Steve Weir Butter Valley 12 153 yards 8-iron
Billy Stewart HVCC 5 187 yards 6-iron
Bob Abramski Talamore CC 8 156 yards 5-hybrid
Luke Lidell Indian Valley 16 157 yards 9-iron
Fred Fieni Wyncote GC 2 152 yards 5-iron
Mike Nilon Concord CC 11 155 yards 6-iron
Chris Ault Gulph Mills 14 185 yards 7-iron
Mark Czerniakowski Gulph Mills 6 173 yards 4-iron
Joe Myers Iron Valley 12 138 yards 9-iron
Jay Long Ravens Claw 14 117 yards 8-iron
Donna Dalusio Lehigh CC 16 160 yards 6-hybrid
Sarah Easton Manufacturers 8 105 yards 9-iron
Joanne Campion Overbrook GC 7 170 yards 3-wood
Trish Chawaga Chester Valley 5 133 yards 5-hybrid
Lois Asbell Riverton 11 118 yards 7-iron
Jennifer Hussey Llanerch 12 126 yards 6-iron
Carol Knott Merion(W) 17 125 yards 6-iron
Ellen Siegfried Llanerch 17 128 yards 5-iron
Lynette Aster DuPont CC 3 196 yards Driver
Alice Quinn Phila. CC 5 155 yards 5-wood
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LINKS AND LUXURYESN WR67 AND WR72
I road tested the Garmin when it firstcame out and it quickly became my“fifteenth club.” The only time I looked at ayardage marker was to check the accuracyof my Garmin. My only complaint with theGarmin was its short battery life andoccasional loss of connection with thesatellites.
About a year later, I stumbled upon anew, unknown branded GPS watch by acompany named ESN (Express SatelliteNavigation) which made the WR67. TheWR67 claimed to connect to more satellites(67) and provide longer battery life that it’scompetition (which, at that time, was theGarmin). Not only did it connect to thesatellites quickly and stay connectedthroughout the round, there was still 75%
battery life remaingat the end of theround compared toalmost none with theGarmin. The WR67also had features thatthe Garmin did nothave such as theability to set your teetime on the watchwhich will activate
the GPS at that precise time. It also providesyou with the total time your round tookonce you’ve turned off the device at thecompletion of your round.
The course mapping on the WR67 isprovided by iGolf, a company that mapsgolf courses for a number of handhelddistance measuring devices. I was playingLiberty National, in Jersey City, NJ andfound that the distances the WR67 providedme on hole 18 were inaccurate primarilydue to a redesign of the hole. I sent emailsboth to iGolf (who got back to me right
away and provided me with an updatewithin a couple of days) and to Garmin,who never got back to me, for three yearsnow and counting.
Earlier this year, ESN decided to pick itup a few notches by releasing the WR72 (72satellites), a luxury GPS watch designed tobe worn as aneveryday pieceof jewelry. TheWR72 comesin bothpolished andbrushedtitanium withan anti-reflectivecrystal,stainless steelbuttons, leather band from Hadley Roma,and a smooth, curved face. The WR72comes with the same great technology asthe WR67. The only indication that it isused for golf is by the tee flag image on thecasing. Other than that, it makes a rich,classy presentation that I guarantee yourfavorite golfer will be thrilled to wear.
The reason you might never have heardof ESN is due to a licensing agreementbetween Bushnell and ESN who providesthe technology to Bushnell for theirwatches. So, if you already own a Bushnellwatch, you also won an ESN.
The WR67 is available on their website,www.golfesn.com for only $149.99 as is theWR72 which is priced at $249.99 for thepolished titanium model and $269.99 for thebrushed titanium. All three watches comewith a 2 year warranty. They have greatcustomer service and truly value theircustomers. Available at www.golfesn.com.
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Products We Know You’ll Like!(Or We Won’t Write About Them) By Jamie Gacos
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Jamie Gacos is the Executive Editor ofGreat Golf Magazine, NJ/NY andDelaware Valley.
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In all my years of teaching I have found the Bunker Shot to be the hardest technique
to teach. As golfers, we are all trying to hit the golf ball with the best possible
contact during practice and play. Now we hit into a greenside bunker and when
executed properly we will contact the sand a minimum of 3 inches behind the golf ball
using a swing that usually hits the shot 50 to 70 yards, that now, because of this
resistance from the sand, only hits it about 30 to 50 feet. That is hard for the average
golfer to accept and commit to and that is why so many don’t.
The best thing we can do to make greenside Bunker Shots more enjoyable is to
understand the design of the Sand Wedge and how it works through the sand, along with
the overall technique of hitting this shot.
When hitting a Bunker Shot you can use any of your wedges, but for this article I
am going to use the standard 56-degree Sand Wedge used by a right-handed golfer.
BOUNCE
The Sand Wedge has Bounce, and Bounce is designed to keep the leading edge of
the club from hitting the sand first, which would create “dig”, something we don’t need
when hitting a bunker shot. (See Photo: Bounce) In effect, when contacting the sand
about 3 inches behind the ball the club will slide underneath the ball pushing the sand
and ball out of the bunker and onto the green. (See Photo: Bounce In Action)
SET-UP
The Bunker Set-Up can get tricky so I have created a real easy way to understand
this set-up position without all the confusion. Determine where you want the ball to
Lose ThoseBunker BluesBy Lou Guzzi2013 National PGA “Teacher of the Year”A GOLF Magazine “Top 100 Teacher in America”2003 & 2010 Philadelphia Section PGA “Teacher of the Year”
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land, this becomes your Line Of Play. Now aim 10 to 15 feet left of your Line Of Play(this is your Swing Line) with a standard address position with the clubface square to
the Swing Line. Now all you have to do is to roll the face open and re-grip the club,
look about 3 inches behind the ball, favor a little more weight onto the forward foot, and
you are ready to swing. (See Photo: Bunker Set-Up)
EXECUTION
Now that you have the proper Set-Up you are ready to make your swing and hit a
beautiful Bunker Shot. Make the size of your swing 3-quarters back and 3-quarters
through with a full wrist hinge in both directions, keeping your arms and hands relaxed,
with grip pressure just firm enough to keep the club from twisting in your hands. Look
3 inches behind the ball and make contact with the sand, accelerating the club through
the sand and into the 3-quarter finish position. (See Photo: Bunker Swing In Action)
Remember, once in your Set-Up position you will be making this swing just like
you are trying to hit the ball along your Swing Line. With the club face in an open
position and contact 3 inches back of the ball, your shot will go to the Line of Play, not
the Swing Line.
In closing, I need to bring up some important statistics about Bunker Play at the
PGA Tour level. In 2005 the best Bunker Player, to successfully get the ball onto the
green and make the putt (up and down), was Pat Perez at 63%. The average Tour Player
gets it up and down just under 50% of the time. Now
that we know these statistics what should we expect
when hitting these greenside bunker shots?
My advice is to get the ball onto the green safely
with good technique, make no more than two putts and
you will be as good as the tour players 50% of the
time, and who knows, maybe more up and downs will
just find their way into your game.
I would like to thank you for taking the time to
read my article and my hope is that you will find some
of this information useful, making your golf game the
best it can be.
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The Bucks Club P Jamison 215-343-0350 16 Shepherd Hills P Wescoville 610-391-0644
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Makefield Highlands P Yardley 215-321-7000 7 Bella Vista GC P Gilbertsville 610-705-1855
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Honeybrook GC P Honey Brook 610-273-0207 Mainland GC P Mainland 215-256-9548
Ingleside GC M Thorndale 610-384-9128 Pinecrest CC P Lansdale 215-855-6112
Inniscrone GC P Avondale 484-720-8442 16 Raven’s Claw GC P Limerick 610-495-4710
Kimberton GC P Kimberton 610-933-8836 24 Skippack GC P Skippack 610-584-4226 25
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Meadowbrook GC P Phoenixville 610-933-2929 Turtle Creek GC P Limerick 610-489-5133
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Pickering Valley GC P Phoenixville 610-933-2223 15 Worcester GC P Skippack 610-222-0200
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Old Masters GC P Newtown Square 610-356-7606
Paxon Hollow GC P Broomall 610-353-0220
Springfield CC P Springfield 610-543-9860 8
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Crossgates GC P Millersville 717-827-4500
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Foxchase GC P Stevens 717-336-3673
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Cobbs Creek P Philadelphia 215-877-8707 Seaview Resort R Galloway 609-748-7680
FDR GC P Philadelphia 215-462-8997 Shore Gate GC P Ocean View 609-624-8337
John F. Byrne GC P Philadelphia 215-632-8666 Twisted Dune GC P Egg Harbor Twp 609-653-8019
Juniata GC P Philadelphia 215-743-4060 22 Wildwood G & CC PR Cape May 609-465-7824
Walnut Lane GC P Philadelphia 215-482-3370Burlington County
Poconos MountainsDeerwood CC P Westamton 609-265-1800
Blue Ridge Trail GC P Mountain Top 570-868-4653 Golden Pheasant P Medford 609-267-4276
Buck Hill Falls GC SP Buck Hill Falls 570-595-7730 Hanover CC P Jacobstown 609-758-8301
Caesars Pocono R Marshalls Creek 570-588-6692 Indian Spring P Marlton 609-983-0222
Cherry Valley P Stroudsburg 570-421-1350 Ramblewood CC P Mt. Laurel 856-235-2118
CC of the Poconos SP Marshalls Creek 570-223-1200 Rancocas GC P Willingboro 609-877-5344
Fernwood Hotel R Bushkill 888-337-6966 Springfield Golf Center P Mt. Holly 609-267-8440
Hideaway Hills P Kresgeville 610-681-6000Camden County
Jack Frost Nat’l P Blakeslee 866-268-5503
Mt. Airy Resort R Mount Pocono 570-839-8811 Freeway GC P Sicklersville 856-227-1115
Mount Pocono GC P Mount Pocono 570-839-8281 Kresson GC P Voorhees 856-435-3355
Mountain Manor SP Marshalls Creek 570-223-1290 Pennsauken GC P Pennsauken 856-662-4961
Pine Crest Lake SP Pocono Pines 877-486-7844 River Winds GC P West Deptford 856-848-1033 11
Inn at Pocono Manor R Pocono Manor 800-233-8150 Valleybrook CC P Blackwood 856-227-3171 11
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Shawnee Inn R Shawnee on Del 570-424-4000Gloucester County
Water Gap CC P Del Water Gap 570-476-0300
Woodloch Springs R Hawley 570-685-8102 Pitman GC P Sewell 856-589-6688
York CountyScotland Run GC P Williamstown 856-863-3737
Westwood GC P Woodbury 856-845-2000
Briarwood GC SP York 717-792-9776Hunterdon County
Cool Creek GC P Wrightsville 717-292-3691
Heritage Hills Golf Resort R York 717-755-4653 Heron Glen GC C Ringoes 908-806-6804
Honey Run G & CC P York 717-792-9771
Pleasant Valley GC P Stewartstown 717-993-2184Mercer County
Regents Glen GC P York 717-505-4653
South Hills GC P Hanover 717-637-4358 Cranbury GC SP West Windsor 609-799-0341
Springfield GC P York 717-747-9663 Mercer Oaks GC C West Windsor 609-936-1383
New JerseyMiry Run GC P Robbinsville 609-259-1010
Mountain View GC C Ewing 609-882-4093
Atlantic City Area & S. Jersey CountiesPrinceton GC SP Princeton 609-452-9382
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Avalon GC SP Cape May Crt Hse 856-465-4389
Ballamor GC SP Egg Harbor Twp 609-601-2220
Blue Heron Pines SP Galloway 609-965-4653 11
Links at Brigantine P Brigantine 609-266-1388 17
Buena Vista CC P Buena Vista 856-697-3733
Cape May National SP Cape May 856-884-1563
Frog Rock G&CC P Hammonton 609-561-1876
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Pinelands GC P Hammonton 609-561-8900
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Driving RangesOcean County
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City Line Golf Center City Line Phila. 215-887-1600
Atlantis C Little Egg Harbor 609-296-2444 Tee’s Golf Center Conshohocken 610-834-3030
Eagle Ridge GC P Lakewood 732-901-4900 Rossi Golf Exton 484-875-0711
Ocean Acres P Manahawkin 609-597-9393 Golf Zone Honeybrook 610-942-9494
Sea Oaks GC SP Little Egg Harbor 609-296-2656 Horsham Family Golf Horsham 215-674-8735 25
Salem CountyLower State Road Horsham 215-643-9214
Sittler Golf Kutztown 610-683-7232
Centerton GC P Elmer 856-358-2220 Freddy’s Fun Center Lansdale 215-855-1205
Holly Hills P Alloway 856-935-2412 GOLF 364 Limerick 484-791-3563
Running Deer GC SP Pittsgrove 856-358-2000 11 Play-A-Round Golf Malvern 610-725-9155
Town & Country Golf Links P Woodstown 856-769-8333 3 Snipe’s Golf Center Morrisville 215-295-1337
White Oaks GC P Salem 856-935-0705 Burholme Golf NE Phila. 215-742-2380
DELAWARE Fisher’s Glen NE Phila. 215-533-9466
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New Castle CountyLongknockers Philadelphia 215-236-6794
Umbria Golf Center Phila/Mayaunk 215-483-8566
Back Creek GC P Middletown 302-378-6499 Pickering Valley GC Phoenixville 610-933-2223 15
Deerfield Golf & Tennis P Newark 302-368-6640 Mad Golfer Southampton 215-357-1622
Del Castle GC P Wilmington 302-995-1990 Tee It Up Golf West Chester 610-429-0800
Ed Oliver’s GC M Wilmington 302-571-9041
Rock Manor GC M Wilmington 302-295-1400 NEW JERSEY
White Clay Creek CC P Wilmington 302-994-6700 17 Golf Land Cherry Hill 856-783-8700
Sussex CountyFox Meadow Maple Shade 856-755-3555
Indian Spring Marlton 856-983-0222
The Rookery P Milford 302-684-3000 14 Tilton Road Northfield 609-272-0520
MARYLAND Cecil County (con’t)
Cecil CountyFurnace Bay GC P Perryville 410-642-6816
Bittersweet GC P Elkton 410-398-8848Harford County
Chesapeake Bay P North East 410-287-0200
Chesapeake Bay P Rising Sun 410-658-4343 Bulle Rock GC P Havre de Grace 410-939-8887 5
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