Selborne Weekly Tribune – 16 April 2024

In This Issue:

  1. Teeing Off: Welcome to the second edition of the Weekly Tribune!
  2. Proshop Update: Sneak Peak Into What To Expect In May
  3. Golf Course Update: Let’s Go Green
  4. Pro Tips: How To Play Up/Downhill Lies @ Selborne
  5. Upcoming Tournaments & Results: Mark Your Calendars
  6. Golf Rules & Handicapping: Rules / Course Knowledge Episode 1

1. Teeing Off: Welcome to the Weekly Tribune!

On Sunday in Selborne, a flurry of children eagerly made their way to the first tee for the inaugural event of the SA Kids Junior Open. Forty-four youngsters, brimming with excitement, gathered to compete for the coveted title in their respective age categories. The age groups ranged from 5-6 years old to 17-18 years old, with the younger participants playing just 9 holes. The below results are from 9 holes.

2. Exciting News Alert! Proshop Update

The Proshop Official Launch Will Be held On The 18th May.  Don’t Miss Out On This Memorable Occasion.

Get ready to be wowed!

As previously communicated, the grand reveal of the revamped Proshop is just around the corner, marking its official debut on Saturday, May 18th. Brace yourselves for an unparalleled transformation – your beloved Proshop is undergoing a breathtaking makeover that will leave you speechless.

But wait, there’s more! Prepare to be captivated by an array of fresh arrivals, ranging from trendy headwear to vibrant golf shirts and logo-emblazoned attire. Whether you’re seeking a touch of elegance or a splash of color, Selborne Proshop will emerge as your ultimate destination for all things golf fashion and accessories.

Step into style with our latest additions, featuring the esteemed Cutter & Buck men’s collection and the irresistibly funky Booya shirts. And for those seeking to elevate their headwear game, feast your eyes on our exquisite selection, including the chic ladies’ logo visors – a true embodiment of sophistication.

But that’s just the beginning! Take your pick from our diverse range of footwear options, including esteemed brands like Duca, Hi-Tech, and FJ, ensuring not only style but also unparalleled comfort as you stride confidently towards the tee.

Get ready to redefine your golfing experience – the new era of Selborne Proshop awaits!

3. Golf Course Update: Let’s Go Green!

If you’ve been fortunate to catch sight of our greens roller and are curious about the purpose of someone manoeuvring a machine sideways to roll the greens, here’s the explanation. Rolling greens offers numerous benefits, which is why we incorporate this practice. Since integrating the roller onto our greens, we’ve witnessed significant enhancements in the quality of the putting surface.

Rolling Facts:

  1. Helps moss and algae reduction.
  2. Reduces localized dry spot.
  3. Improved root mass
  4. Help grass spread easily.
  5. Controls vertical growth
  6. Faster greens

4. Pro Tips: Mastering Your Swing: How To Play on Up/Downhill Lies

IMPROVE YOUR GAME WITH THESE EXPERT TIPS FROM THE PRO:

In this guide, we equip you with the essential knowledge to conquer these awkward lies, offering insights tailored to each unique scenario. Prepare to elevate your game as we unveil strategies to navigate the twists and turns of our magnificent course with confidence and grace.Top of Form

In both instances below it is imperative to have your shoulders match the slope angle, this can be done with a club across your shoulders and tilt your spine until it matches the angle of the slope.

  • Uphill Lie Effects: This awkward lie restricts the ability of the lower body to rotate.  This restriction causes the forearm rotation and release to be over exaggerated through impact resulting in a closed club face on impact.  The effect on the ball is an anti-clock wise spin resulting in a right to left curvature.
  • How to Play The Uphill Lie: Place the ball further back in one stance with more weight being placed on the left foot at address and ensure your hands are slightly ahead of the ball.  This steepens your angle of approach which will lessen the side spin imparted on the ball.  The earlier the golf ball is impacted in the swing the less time the Club Face has to close.
  • Down Hill Lie Effects: The slope of the ground causes the lowest point in the swing to occur earlier causing a shallower angle of approach which can result in a thin or even topped shot.
  • How To Play The Downhill Lie: Again, the ball would need to be moved back in one’s stance and you weight placed more on the front foot.  This will result in contact being made with the ball earlier.  The result however is that the Club Face will be slightly open on impact.  When setting up to play the shot, aim slightly left of the intended target line.  Don’t forget however, the ball will have a lower launch angel which results in it being harder for the ball to stop.

5. Upcoming Selborne Events: Events Not To Miss

Get ready to test your skills against the best of the best at these upcoming tournaments:

  • Club Champs (April 20-21): If you haven’t secured your spot yet and aspire to compete in the Club Champs, remember that entries close by the end of business on Wednesday. Don’t fret if the medal format seems daunting – we also offer an individual Stableford competition spanning two days. To join the excitement, simply reach out to the Proshop and reserve your place in the event.
  • Selborne / Callaway Classic: It’s incredible how time flies – we’re already gearing up to send out invites for the highly anticipated Selborne / Callaway Classic. Each year, we strive to make it even more spectacular than the last, and this year is no exception. Mark your calendars for the 9th, 10th, and 11th of August – that’s when the excitement unfolds.

If you’re eager to be a part of this unforgettable event, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Proshop and reserve your spot. Team forms for the competition will be distributed later in the month, so stay tuned for more details.

Tournament Results:

Tournament Results: Players That Rose To The Top!

4th April – Betterball Stableford

1st:         Karin Semmelrath & Wolfgang Semmelrath          44 Points

2nd:        Renate Van Der Hoff & Bobby Van Der Hoff          40 Points

5th April – Individual Stableford (Sponsored By Blue Ocean Restaurant & Bar) 9 Holes

1st:         Liam Jackson                                                               20 Points (oco)

2nd:        Wolfgang Semmelrath                                               20 Points

3rd:         Trevor Jackson                                                            18 Points

6th April – Betterball Stableford

1st:         Bobby Van Der Hoff & Elson Chirindza                   41 Points (oco)

2nd:        Leon Van Vuuren & Attie Hollenbach                     41 Points

11th April – Individual Stableford

1st:         Lizzie Russell                                                               34 Points

2nd:        Wolfgang Semmelrath                                               32 Points (oco)

3rd:         Marita Raynal                                                             32 Points

5th April – Individual Stableford (Sponsored By Blue Ocean Restaurant & Bar) 9 Holes

1st:         Roland Tickle                                                               21 Points

2nd:        Geoff Waters                                                               20 Points (oco)

3rd:         Hartwieg Du Rand                                                      20 Points

6. Golf Rules & Handicapping: Make The Rules Work For You

Rules/Course Knowledge Episode 1

Welcome to our rules and course knowledge education series. Even if you know the rules, it is always great to get a refresher and our intention is to try and simplify some of the rules for you. We then will apply these to some Selborne holes as well as situations that have come up whilst playing this great game of golf.

As the rules are intricately linked to what part of the golf course your ball is on, we start with understanding the five areas that are defined in the rules and make up the course:

  1. The general area (GA)
  2. The teeing area (the area the player must play from in starting the hole they are playing)
  3. All penalty areas (PA)
  4. All bunkers
  5. The putting green (of the hole the player is playing)

Areas not on the course are Out of Bounds (OB).

The rules say your ball can only ever be on one part of the course – “if part of the ball is in both the General Area and one of the other four specific areas of the course, it is treated as lying in that specific area of the course”. In addition, if part of your ball lies in two of the other four specific areas then it is lying in the area that comes first in this order: penalty area, bunker, green.

Let’s use some examples.

  1. Part on the green and part on the fairway. Your ball is on the green.
  2. Part touching a red penalty line and part in the rough. Your ball is in the penalty area.
  3. Part on the fairway and part in a bunker. Your ball is in the bunker.
  4. Part on the fairway and part in the rough. Your ball is on the fairway.
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