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WINTER NEWSLETTER
Dear TSGers, Here we are already in our 15th year of operation, celebrating another superb year for the community! Over 200,000 golfers used the site in 2024 (Source: Google Analytics).
However, we must keep improving, and this month, we are working on the new event/game pages. Additionally, our scorecard app is currently under construction, which we hope will make it easier than ever to record your rounds as you play. Meanwhile, this winter newsletter focuses on the following:
- Details of the 2025 TSG Major Events
- TSG Represents the UK at the Royal Air Maroc Championship in Morocco
- Golf Injuries – Does Acupuncture Work for Golfers?
- The Benefits of Custom-Fitting Golf Clubs – Editor’s Review
- The Antarctic Open 1995 by MaryAnn Sullivan
- Follow the Latest Golf News at Golf Business News
Ian & The TSG Team
#TSGISAHAPPYPLACE #BEHAPPY
TSG EVENTS 2025: The Majors (sponsored by GoGoGo Sport)...
We are delighted to formally announce the dates and venues for three out of four of our 2025 TSG Majors. We are still finalizing this year's TSG Masters venue. Additionally, in 2025, the TSG Pairs event will replace the TSG MatchPlay as the official fourth TSG Major. Meanwhile, we are thrilled to announce that this year's chosen charity is THE GOLF FOUNDATION...
THE GOLF FOUNDATION: Introducing children From all backgrounds.to golf.
The Golf Foundation is a national charity that works closely with its partners to introduce golf to children and teenagers across the UK. Their goal is to help golf clubs grow their junior categories, promote the sport in primary and secondary schools, and support disadvantaged communities by changing lives through the game of golf.
Don't delay, sign up today...
Current TSG Masters Champion - Russell Mitchell
TSG EVENTS: Royal Air Maroc & The Social Golfer join forces
Royal Air Maroc collaborates with TheSocialGolfer.com – the UK’s biggest golf society – for the prestigious International Golf Trophy in Casablanca from November 14–17, 2024. The inaugural event was held at the prestigious El Jadida Golf Course and the Golf of Mazagan in Casablanca and played over three days.
Two amateur players from 11 countries served by Royal Air Maroc, including Switzerland, Spain, Italy, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, Portugal, France, the USA, Canada, and the UK, have been selected to participate. The Social Golfer team chose two winners of their four annual Major events.
Congratulations to John Moody & Roger Dickson on coming 8th out of 24 countries at the Royal Air Maroc International Golf Event in Casablanca, Morocco!
Both have been treated to amazing hospitality, met great people from all over the world and enjoyed superb golf!
The Social Golfer chose two winners of their four annual Major events.
Congratulations to John Moody & Roger Dickson on coming 8th out of 24 countries at the Royal Air Maroc International Golf Event in Casablanca, Morocco!
Both have been treated to amazing hospitality, met great people from all over the world and enjoyed superb golf!
TSG BLOG: Chinese Medicine – Does Acupuncture work for golfers?
One of the most common golf injuries is lower back pain. But can alternative health remedies such as acupuncture work for golfers?
Golf is a low-impact sport, but it can still take a toll on your body, especially your back. Poor swing mechanics, lack of flexibility, and overuse can contribute to this issue. Golfers may experience stiffness, soreness, or even acute pain, especially if they play frequently without proper conditioning or warm-up. Understanding the causes, prevention strategies, and treatment options for back injuries in golf is essential for maintaining your health and your enjoyment of the game.
Having pulled a muscle getting out of an office chair (yep, really!) resulting in no golf and a huge amount of discomfort for five months, The Social Golfer Editor, Ian Mullins, decided to take alternative action....
TSG BLOG: What are the benefits of Custom Fitting golf clubs?
Over the last decade, more and more golf retailers have been adding the option of Custom Fitting golf clubs to their portfolio. But is it an advantage to the average golfer? And what are the benefits of having your golf clubs tailored to you and your swing?
Editor of The Social Golfer, Ian Mullins decided to invest in a new set of golf clubs but before considering which brand of clubs he preferred, he went to see Essex-based clubmaker and custom fitting specialist, Rick Pegrum.
This is his experience of going through the custom fitting process.
What is Custom Fitting?
There are many reasons to consider getting your golf clubs custom-fitted for you.
However, first and foremost, it is about having equipment suited to your height, weight, swing, and technique. Secondly, it addresses any quirks you may have as an individual. Let’s face it, you wouldn’t go into a shoe shop and ask for a particular golf shoe without knowing that it fits your foot.
Yet most golfers will happily order a new golf clubs online without even knowing if the shaft length is correct for their frame? In addition, if the grip is optimised to suit their hands...
TSG BLOG: The Antarctic OPEN 1995 by MaryAnn Sullivan
McMurdo Station, Antarctica – Ice Hole Pines Golf Course est.1995
In 2017, we published an article about ‘Golfing in Antarctica‘ and how The Antarctic OPEN was born. However, we were thrilled when the article was picked up by none other than the actual organiser of the unique golfing event, who got in touch to tell us how it happened.
In her own words, MaryAnn Sullivan tells the story…
“As a Recreation Specialist passionate about outdoor education, wilderness medicine, and adventure sports, I never imagined my career would lead me to organise a golf tournament in one of the most remote places on Earth – Antarctica.”
A Commander’s Unusual Request: Golf on Ice
Amid all this, a U.S. Commander challenged me to organize a golf tournament – a seemingly impossible task in Antarctica. Golf on ice? Really? With zero prior golf experience, I set out to turn this ambitious idea into reality and The Antarctic OPEN was conceived...
FRIENDS OF THE SOCIAL GOLFER: Golf Business News
We have been fortunate to be featured on Golf Business News (GBN) numerous times over the past 15 years, thanks to Editor Geoff Russell, who has kindly supported our platform and partnership.
Golf Business News (GBN) is a leading online publication dedicated to the global golf industry. Renowned for its comprehensive coverage, GBN provides up-to-date news, insights, and analysis tailored to professionals across all sectors of golf, including course operators, equipment manufacturers, club managers, and experts in course design, maintenance, and retail.
The website covers a wide range of topics, from business updates and technological innovations to environmental sustainability and tournament developments. Its content frequently highlights emerging trends, new product launches, and market insights, making it a vital resource for decision-makers in the golf industry.
Whether you're a golf club owner, supplier, or enthusiast keen to understand the business side of the sport, Golf Business News serves as an essential hub for staying informed and connected.
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