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The Chipping Stroke Made Simple

Written by Mike Cooney, Director of Golf. The chipping stroke is simple. It’s an easy one-two action that does not require much force. Contrary to a beginner’s belief, superior chipping is determinant on the shoulders, and only partially on the arms and hands. Stroke Basics When approaching a chip shot, your goal should be to hit . . .

Bunker Maintenance Prevents Buried Balls

Written by John Rustek, Assistant Superintendent. Last week, the Golf Course Maintenance Team at Golden Ocala began renovating Hole 15’s third bunker from the right. As you might have noticed, the bunker was renovated and replenished with bright white sand. During renovations, the maintenance team had to dig 24 inches of old sand out of the . . .

Keeping Golf Course Greens in Top Shape during Gro...

Written by Jack Creveling, our Golf Course Superintendent. During months when temperatures reach highs of 80 degrees or more, the golf course greens require more significant management to maintain championship conditions. To create a smooth putting surface, routine vertical mowing into the canopy of the plant is essential because it reduces grain and organic material. Following this practice . . .

Men’s 2014 Club Championship

Written by Mike Cooney, Director of Golf. Congratulations to Jimmy Letterly for winning this year’s Men’s Club Championship from the black (championship) tees, which stretched out to 7,010 yards in length! Jimmy fired a one under par 71 in the first round to take the early lead, then held off Brent Dorman in the final round . . .

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