Dec 31, 2009

Welcome to our sixth monthly ezine/newsletter about everything hole-in-one, and our last of 2009 - 1st of 2010. This ezine/newsletter supplements our great blog that provides hole in one news and stories.

I've also thrown in another tip picked up during my very long PGA career. I still see amatuers today, making the same simple mistakes they made years back. While there is much more to see, read and experiment with in golf. Mostly, the fundamentals are now, what they were 20, if not 40 years ago. I'll try to help you hit 'em straight.

That's the only way to get hole in ones!!

A TIP FROM THE KING

Common sense tells us that we don’t want to wear a pair of shoes that are either too big, or too small. The discomfort alone makes us take the time to be fitted for the appropriate size. Why then, do I see golfers all over the world with golf clubs that don’t fit them?

The technology has changed so dramatically over the past few years, not only with regard to the equipment itself, but even more so with ever improving ways to appropriately fit you to the perfect set of clubs.

It used to be that we only checked for shaft flex and maybe the length. The choices were limited, so it was pretty much one size fits all.

This has all changed, as now we are able to find the exact shaft (flex, material, and kick point), loft (for launch angle), length, and weight that is most compatible to your golf swing. Virtually every recognized golf facility or retail establishment is featuring a club fitting specialist, and believe me, they are worth every penny you spend with them. Most facilities waive the fee when you purchase the equipment.

I guess the bottom line is that is not really a tip, but a strong suggestion that you take the time to visit one of your local club fitters, and make sure that “if the shoe fits….wear it”.

Hit ‘em Straight, Mancil

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HOLES IN ONE

Gil Vasquez holed out at Mountain View Golf Course, Sierra Vista, Arizona at the 4th hole from 159 yards with 9 iron. Bob Kuntz witnessed.

Manmohan Chopra from Gurgaon India, holed out at DLF Golf and Country Club on the 8th hole from 140 yards. Anoop Gaikwad witnessed.

Gary King from New Brunswick, Canada holed out at Heritage Isles on the 5th hole from 144 yards. Betty Fitzgerald Alward witnessed.

Michael Ferris from Myrtle Beach, S.C. holed at Island Green, hole #12 from 192 yards with a 3 iron. Witnessed by Justin Shortreed.

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Obviously, this was the year of the TIGER! Pretty sure that most of what happened in 2009 will forever be overshadowed by a Thanksgiving “bad driving day” by the greatest golfer of all time. That’s a shame, as some incredible moments took place, with my favorite being Tom Watson taking us on a great ride at the British Open. Won’t bother to rehash everything else, as I am ready for 2010 to “ROAR”.

That’s my clue for what I see happening in 2010. Tiger Woods will return to golf, and return in a big way. Don’t know exactly when, but I will be shocked if it’s any later than that special event in April.

I truly believe that he will have a banner year, with AT LEAST one major added and five or six “normal” events. Along with everyone else I know, I expect a tremendous year for Phil Mickelson.

Tiger has lost some of his “armor”, and I sense that several players will step forward to join the joust. My picks for the majors are: MASTERS: Phil Mickelson BRITISH OPEN: Rory McElroy US OPEN: Tiger Woods PGA CHAMPIONSHIP: Sergio Garcia. I also think we will see Ernie Els visit the winner’s circle again, and on a personal “hope” think that my friend Roland Thatcher will capture his first PGA win.

The Hole In One King has a new J-O-B

Starting 2010 at a new place, and for my Houston area friends, I hope that you will visit me at my little “Tin Cup” type driving range, now called GOLF U at 242. We are located just about two miles east of Interstate 45 on Highway 242 (right on Concord).

The new owners, Tam and Tammy Nyguen, are giving me the opportunity to realize every old golf pro’s dream, and vast improvements to the existing facility are now underway. It is our hope to create a most incredible and unique place where you actually have the chance to practice and LEARN this crazy game.

Until next time, and as always…………………………..

Hit ‘em Straight, Mancil

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Well, that's all for this issue. It's only our sixth and we are waiting to hear back from you. Monthly issues did not work for us in 2009 as my schedule got wild towards the end of year and i just couldn't give them the attention needed each and every month. So this year (2010) we will start doing quarterly newsletters beginning March 2010 and provide you a much better product!

What do you want to see and hear each quarter?

My email is listed below, so ANYTIME, just let us know how we can improve AND PLEASE check out my FACEBOOK Page.

Hit 'em Straight
Mancil Davis, King of Aces
PGA Professional

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