Tim Regan

Hello Golfers,

Welcome to another exciting edition to Aston Wood Golf Club's weekly newsletter. We hope that you're having a good week on and off the golf course.

The golf this weekend was out of this world, oh and the Ryder cup in Paris wasn't bad either.

Enjoy the read.

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Aston Wood Ryder Cup 2018

Team Europe Captained by Paul Pedalty took on Team USA captained by myself for the famous Aston Wood Ryder Cup Trophy.

Team Europe: Paul Pedelty, Martin Bennett, Chris Bird, Garry Copson, Kem Davis, John Carroll, Roger Kitteridge, Warren Dudley - Toole, Chris Iles, Mark Houston, Gary Moore and Rob Harper.

Team USA: Tim Regan, Malcolm Beads, Mike Hickmott, Steve Tarmey, Harry Reindl, Duncan Burgess, Jim Moran, John Friel, Rob Griffin, Micky Price, Nick Regan and Mark Thompson.

An early start on Saturday morning for everyone but after some inspirational speeches from the Captains the Battle commenced.

The format for Saturday was Foursomes for the front 9 and fourballs for the back 9 meaning 12 points up for grabs.

Team USA came out of the traps quickly and never looked back as they took the first day nine points to three.

Captain Ped had some thinking to do, what order to send his team out on Sunday?

Sunday's format was 2 x 9 hole singles matches so a massive 24 points available to be won.

The big comeback that Europe had hoped for started strongly but honours were even after the front nine matches had six points each. Then the USA got stronger in the back nine matches taking eight points to Europe's four points.

Mike Hickmott and myself were unbeaten over the weekend winning four points from four matches helping inspire the USA team to victory.

Team USA win the Aston Wood Ryder Cup 2018 23 points to 13 points.

A few of the players enjoying a well-earned pint.

A massive thank you to everyone that took part in this great event which was enjoyed by all. I’m so happy to have Captained the winning team but even more happy that this was the only cup the USA won this weekend.

Congratulations to Thomas Bjorn and the European boys for an amazing victory in Paris and more importantly showing the world what “team spirit" means and can do.

Europe's Captain Ped Handing over the Trophy to Myself and Team USA

Promotion news

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To sleeve or not to sleeve

Being underprepared when you're out on the course is a blunder which we've all been guilty of making. As the cold weather starts rolling in, you need to start thinking about some layering pieces that keep you warm and dry, but also lets you have freedom of movement during your round. Luckily for you, we have just the answer.

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Under Armour Storm Daytona vest

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The best of the best

Some fantastic iron sets have been released over the course of 2018 and here are our top picks for everyone from high-handicappers to scratch golfers. We stock multiple brands in-store so do come and speak to us about which clubs will be best suited to your game.

Game Improver Irons
Callaway Rogue X

If you're looking for your handicap to tumble then be sure to try this iron model. You can expect to experience higher launching shots, longer carries plus more consistent distance on your off-centre strikes thanks to Callaway's innovative technology.

Players' Irons
Callaway X Forged

This model is geared around maximizing feel and shot shaping, ensuring as much workability as possible, so that you can attack pins no matter their position on the green. All-in-all, the X Forged is a true beauty for any single-figure golfer.

Ladies Irons
Callaway Rogue W

We've had plenty of women golfers leave the pro shop satisfied after being custom fitted for Callaway's Rogue W irons. Ultra-lightweight and with a wide sole for extra forgiveness, these irons are specifically designed with lady golfers in mind.

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Spotlight: New Srixon balls

When you've got a great product, there's no need to make wholesale changes just for the sake of it but, instead, little refinements can go a long way.

This is exactly what Srixon has done in the new Soft Feel and UltiSoft golf balls for 2018. The Soft Feel is ideal for golfers looking to maximise distance, whereas the UltiSoft is the choice for slower swinging golfers - both of which are available in-store now.

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Video of the Week

The Europeans played some incredible golf to win the Ryder Cup over the weekend, and here's how a tense final day unfolded at Le Golf National in Paris.

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