Jonnie Cliff

This week's newsletter is packed full of useful topics to help you get the most from your game. As well as lots of product for you to feast over, we have an interesting storyline on how hybrids can make golf a lot easier for you! Let us know what you think.

If you have not already seen the amazing picture taken by our member Graeme Bolton of the Red Arrows Flyover, here it is. This is taken from our 6th tee and is just incredible. I wish I had been there to see this live!

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Fitting centre news

TaylorMade Fitting Day - Saturday 12th September

We have the TaylorMade fitting expert coming again on Saturday 12th September from 1pm to 5pm, so if you want to improve your ball striking and find more distance, give us a call to book a slot on the day.

Golf on Tour

Popov and DJ in leagues of their own

There are sporting shocks, and then there’s the World No. 304 winning a Major! Germany’s Sophia Popov finished on -7 at Royal Troon to claim victory at the AIG Women’s Open. Despite having never won on the LPGA or Ladies European Tour before, the 27-year-old fought off challenges from stars like World No. 8 Minjee Lee and seven-time Major Champion Inbee Park. Kieron Stevenson, who used to be the Head Pro here is now the Pro at Troon said the weather for the first 3 days was horrendous and was surprised at how good the scoring really was. I had asked him if he got out to see any of the golf, but even he was not allowed out on the course to spectate due the the strict covid restrictions!!

Connor Syme lead the Welsh Open for 3 rounds but fell away in the final round, however, he did finish top 10 2 weeks in a row. Connor is from my home club, Dumfries & County and at one point he and another D&C member were 1st & 2nd on the leader board in the Welsh Open, Liam Johnston, who ultimately finished 15th. I would like to think my golf, whilst I was at D&C, inspired them both to go on into the Pro ranks, but they were about 5 and 2 years old when I left, so I think my impact was minimal!!!

Meanwhile, on the PGA Tour, Dustin Johnson won The Northern Trust, the first FedEx Cup playoff event, by shooting a staggering -30, at one point he was 11 under for 11 holes!!! That ended up being an 11-stroke victory, which raises the age-old question of what’s more entertaining:

An all-out birdie fest or tough, battling golf?

Shooting these sort of scores requires immense confidence in your game. So, if there's a part of yours that you're particularly struggling with, send us a message below and we'll be happy to help.

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The benefits of long-iron replacements

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be looking at how your clubs link together, from hybrids to irons and then into wedges. This week, we’ll be looking at how having long-iron replacements can hugely benefit your game.

TaylorMade SIM UDI and DHY clubs

Long irons are hard to hit, especially in comparison to hybrids. Lots of golfers struggle for consistency, as well as finding that their longer irons actually go similar distances.

If this is the case, why would you carry them in your bag? It makes more sense to replace them with a more forgiving, easy-to-hit option. Enter TaylorMade's brand new SIM UDI and DHY clubs.

These will be available very soon at Murrayfield Golf Club, and with such a wide offering our custom-fitting service will be invaluable in finding you the perfect set-up for your set.

#468FCD ;text-align:left">Time to update your spiked shoes?

Nearly 85% of golfers own multiple pairs of golf shoes, with most players changing between spikeless summer shoes and cleats for the winter months. With the changing weather fast-approaching, it may be time to put the spikes to good use.

FootJoy UltraFIT Boa

When it’s wet and muddy underfoot or raining down on us, we need golf shoes with outsoles that are up to the task. From our FJ UltraFIT Boa shoes to the incredible Tour X, FootJoy’s excellent range has something for you.

FootJoy Tour X

Knowing the local weather as we do, the waterproof leather uppers will come in handy. The UltraFIT Boa gives you fantastic grip with Pulsar Lock SoftSpikes cleats, whilst the Tour X provides added stability whatever the weather thanks to PowerPlate outsoles.

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Time to update your spiked shoes?

It’s around this time of year, as the weather changes, that so many golfers start switching out their spikeless summer shoes for winter spikes. Many golfers thrive in the winter weather, but are your spiked winter golf shoes up to the task?

FootJoy emBODY ladies golf shoes

Our winters have a nasty habit of beating up our golf shoes, whether it’s caking them in mud or soaking them through. As winter draws near, it’s worth checking that your golf shoes offer the protection, grip and comfort you need on the course

In the emBODY ladies shoes, FootJoy has managed to combine waterproof NappaLuxe leather uppers with Pulsar LP SoftSpikes in a stylish package that really can suit any golfer.

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Time to update your spiked shoes?

We’re coming to that time of year again when we start swapping out the spikeless summer shoes for our winter spikes. Winter can be a chance to thrive on the golf course, but are your spiked golf shoes up to the task?

FootJoy UltraFIT Boa

Over time, our local winters tend to beat-up our golf shoes. Whether they’re being rained down on or caked in mud, spiked golf shoes need to be built for durability and performance in winter weather. This is particularly important when it comes to gripping slippery ground.

FootJoy emBODY

For men, our FootJoy UltraFIT Boa shoes have everything from waterproof leather uppers to Pulsar Lock SoftSpikes for grip in all conditions. For ladies, the FootJoy range includes the emBODY that combines waterproof uppers with the latest spikes for optimal grip.

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Video of the Week

We're proud to have Glenmuir as our club crested partner. As showcased in this week's video, each garment is embroidered with skill, love and care. So, if you're interested in a piece of club crested clothing after watching this video, pop by the pro shop to browse our full Glenmuir collection.

Behind the scenes | Glenmuir's embroidery

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