Welcome to this week's newsletter,
This week's update takes a look at the Club Championship weekend here at Verulam, some exciting new offers from the JS Pro Shop, and another Nearest the Pin challenge.
We hope you enjoy the read.
The Kellard Trophy
On Saturday, 23 July the club held one of its most prestigious competitions, The Kellard Trophy (Club Championship). 55 of the clubs most elite golfers battled the course for 36 holes to determine the Gross Champion of the club, a great honour for every member.
With the weather absolutely perfect and the course in immaculate condition, we were expecting some good scores. Callum Austin was the first player to mount a challenge, recording a cracking gross 71 (nett 66). This was Callum's first round under par, and what a time to do it!
We had to wait until the last group before we saw the next sub par round. This time it was James Surridge who also matched Austin's 71 (-1).
Simon Wright and Callum Walker also carded solid rounds of 75, and Louis Matamala came in with 74 to keep them within touching distance going into the afternoon round.
Going into the final afternoon round, the last group consisted of Callum Austin (71), James Surridge (71) and Louis Matamala (74). James and Callum were neck and neck going into the back 9, but James' experience came good down the stretch and edged Austin out with a 2 shot victory. Well played James. 
Kellard Trophy
1st - James Surridge - 71 & 76 = 147
2nd - Callum Austin - 71 & 78 = 149
Tom Anderson Davies Trophy (nett)
1st - Steve Wilson - 69 & 70 = 139
2nd - Callum Austin - 66 & 73 = 139
Two's Results
C. Austin X2, C. Taylor, S. Fownes, J. Edmonson, R. Swain, H. Ranshi, D. Dobinson, C. Weir, A. Martin, O. Marjoram, B. Allen, J. Rea, G. Clunie
13 twos recorded. Each two receives 2 balls each
Mellard Results
For the rest of the members who can only dream of winning the Kellard, there is always the Mellard Trophy. This year's champion was Henry Rios.
On Sunday, 24 July, it was the ladies turn to battle through 36 holes of golf. Like the men there were a few tired legs at the end of the day, but well done to everyone who played.
McCormack Trophy (gross)
1st - Tine Bowe - 84 & 89 = 173
2nd - Willie Custance - 89 & 88 = 177
Millenium Trophy (nett)
1st - Jan Kenneth - 77 & 70 = 147
1st - Willie Custance - 74 & 73 = 147
Congratulations to all of the winners from the weekend.
Titleist 915 Driver Draw
Until the end of September we are running a Titleist 915 driver draw. Simply buy a square for only £10 and receive a sleeve of Titleist Pro V1 golf balls. Your name will be entered into the draw to win a Titleist 915 driver worth £329 .
Click here to find out more about the 915 driver
Z Star 3 for 2 Promotion
For a limited time only you can bag yourself 3 dozen Srixon Z Star golf balls for the price of 2. That is a massive saving of £37.99 . Hurry though, stocks are limited and are running out fast.
Click here to find out more about this offer.
Shirt Amnesty off to a flier
Over the past few weeks we have been running our shirt amnesty in the pro shop where we will give you £10 OFF a brand new shirt from our selection when you trade in your old shirt, regardless of its age, brand or condition.
This is a brilliant way to sharpen up your wardrobe for the remainder of the season.
Drop in and see us in the pro shop to check out our ranges for yourself.
Nearest the Pin - Quail Hollow Edition
As our Major themed nearest the pin competitions have been so popular, we have decided to launch another one on the 17th hole at Quail Hollow (home to the Wells Fargo championship).
This one will run all the way up until the end of August, so by then the prize fund will be nearly as big as the PGA tour event itself!
Fitting Day with Stephen Topping
A massive thanks to everyone who got involved with our fitting day which was delivered by PGA professional Stephen Topping. In total our customers gained over 100 yards.
Make sure you keep reading the upcoming newsletters for our next fitting day. Remember, we are fully stocked with Mizuno, Callaway, PING, Titleist and Wilson fitting kits.
If you would like to book a one on one fitting, please click here to get in touch, or come and have a chat with us in the pro shop.
Glen Plays Northern Ireland Open
PGA Professional Glen Portelli will be making his first appearance on the Challenge Tour this week in the Northern Ireland Open at Galgorm Castle near Belfast. It will be a great experience for Glen with around 40,000 spectators predicted.
Glen's scores will be available on the European tour website for those who are interested.
