March 2021

Harry Colt – Words by Frank Pont

2021-03-18T07:00:48+00:00March 18th, 2021|Blog|

Harry Colt - Words by Frank Pont Harry Colt and his various partners were prodigious in their design and redesign of golf courses during what can best be described as the "classic" era for golf course architects. Despite a torrid economy immediately after WW1, whilst his competitors saw a diminution of commissions in the UK, Colt and his partners remained very active. Additionally, their travels were more widespread. Having focused international activities on Canada and the US before the war, later years brought opportunities in Ireland, France, The Netherlands and Spain. By that time, Colt himself was [...]

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075 – H.S.Colt w/ Frank Pont & Ed Cartwright (Clayton, DeVries & Pont)

2021-03-18T07:00:23+00:00March 18th, 2021|Golf Course Architecture, Podcasts, Sam's favourites|

Bruce & Sam catch up with the gang at Clayton, DeVries & Pont again, this time to talk to Frank & Ed about the life and work of Harry Colt. In many ways, Harry Colt was the first professional golf course architect and created the profession as we know it today. Debuting with his work at Rye at a young age, he would go on to be the most prolific and arguably most influential figures in golf course design in history with over 250 courses of his own. Frank is one of the worlds leading experts on Golden [...]

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073 – PGA Tour ramblings

2021-03-11T12:21:36+00:00March 11th, 2021|Podcasts, Tour Takes|

We couldn't walk pas the Bay Hill at the weekend just gone and not cover some of the excitement from the event, including Bryson but of course special mention to Lee Westwood, and Jordan Spieth. We also look ahead to the start of the Players at TPC Sawgrass.  Bruce, Sam and Tom make 3 picks each - are they letting their hearts rule their heads? Time will tell, but if we don't get any through the cut come Friday night then this podcast will lost any of its remaining credibility! Latest Products [...]

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Should Golf be more Disney?

2021-03-05T12:00:00+00:00March 5th, 2021|Blog, Newsletter|

Firstly - Why do we need another newsletter? Perhaps it’s true that golf has always had an image problem and in the year 2021 it’s tempting to think the game is at a crossroads. Over the last year we’ve heard animated debates about a range of topics, all of which seem to relate to the very spirit of the game: the distance the ball is travelling, classic courses becoming obsolete, prize funds, choices of sponsor, pace of play, flexible memberships, hoodies and dress codes… We’re firm believers that one of golf’s great strengths is that there is space [...]

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Why do we need another newsletter?

2021-03-05T11:00:08+00:00March 5th, 2021|Blog|

Perhaps it’s true that golf has always had an image problem, as a sport long viewed as the preserve of stuffy and wealthy white men. Yet in 2021 it’s tempting to think the game is at a crossroads. Over the last few months we’ve heard animated debates about a range of topics, all of which seem to relate to the very spirit of the game: the distance the ball is travelling, classic courses becoming obsolete, prize funds, choices of sponsor, pace of play, flexible memberships, hoodies and dress codes... It’s well-known that the covid-19 pandemic resulted in a golfing [...]

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072 – David Normoyle on the legacy of Arnold Palmer

2021-03-04T09:00:21+00:00March 4th, 2021|Bruce's favourites, Golf History, Podcasts|

In line with the event this week at Bay Hill, Tom & Bruce speak to world renowned Golf historian David Normoyle about his work with the Palmer family on developing the legacy of Arnie and his career. David is a fascinating person to talk to about the game and he offers some really fresh insights about how golf as a sport can do more to keep these stories alive! Latest Products Your bag? [contact-form-7 id="850" /]

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071 – WGC Concession Recap

2021-03-02T19:24:57+00:00March 2nd, 2021|Podcasts, Tour Takes|

The boys get together for a short sharp 30 minute debrief on the latest from the tour. With loads happening in the game at the moment, we take time to digest how good Morikawa performed at the weekend, as well as some notable returns to form for others. Bruce also looks at Rory's latest performance and what his new role as Chairman of the players committee might mean for his future in the game, as well as sympathising with Brooks' club snapping fiasco.  Latest Products Your bag? [contact-form-7 id="850" /] [...]

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We Will Play Again: Golf Under Lockdown

2021-03-01T09:01:44+00:00March 1st, 2021|Video|

With Golf closed across England and Wales under tight restrictions, and everyone around the world affected by the pandemic in some form, we have created a short and uplifting film in collaboration with our friends in the golfing community!

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