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Fall is here! With that said, we have some exciting events coming up here at Miramar Memorial Golf Course. As the days get shorter, there is less time to play 18 holes, but certainly enough time to keep your game in shape! We have all of the resources to enhance your game, and a lot of other exciting things happening this fall, so read on for more details.
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Tee it Forward Continues!
We are committed to making your golf experience as pleasant as possible. The Tee it Forward Program is designed to enhance everyone's enjoyment of the game by providing information on which tees players should play from based on average driving distance.
Playing tees that are too long is the biggest mistake many aspiring players make. Whether it is lack of knowledge, peer pressure, or a need to "see the whole course", playing tees that are too long greatly hinder one's ability to enjoy the game and to shoot the best scores possible.
The PGA of America and the USGA partnered back in July to create a national initiative designed to help players choose the right sets of tees.
We want to continue this trend into the fall months and beyond.
Tee it forward during your next round, and you will most likely have as much fun as ever playing the game of golf!
Updated Policy on Fivesome Play
In an effort to provide the best golf experience possible for our valued patrons, we have discontinued allowing fivesomes to play on the weekends (Saturdays, Sundays, & holidays). This will improve pace of play during our busiest times and allow players an opportunity to play a round of golf at a better pace.
Fivesomes will still be allowed to play Monday-Friday at the discretion of the golf staff. They will not be permitted for group or tournament play.
We appreciate everyone's cooperation as we work to improve the golf experience here at Miramar. Please call the golf shop at 858-577-4155 should you have any questions.
Featured Product - NFL Accesories
NFL football is upon us (thank goodness), and that means that now is a great time to support your favorite team with some great products from our golf shop. Headcovers, ball markers, golf bags, towels & more can be ordered with yor team's logo on them. Fortunately, if you do not see your team, we can usually get a product into our store in just a few short days!
Monthly Drawing Winner:
Congratulations to the winner of our monthly drawing, Mr. Gavin B. Sermona. Mr. Sermona receives a round of golf for four players, carts included. Come to the Pro Shop to enter in this months' drawing. All you have to do is spend $10 or more on merchandise!
Take Lessons, Get Better!
Taking golf lessons is the best way to learn and the quickest way to improve. Contact one of our PGA teaching professionals today at 858-577-4155.
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From the Desk of the Superintendent
by Steve Parker, Golf Course Superintendent
"DON'T FENCE ME IN!"
Have you ever played a golf course which was over-roped? I am talking about ropes down the cart paths, in front of the greens, and other areas which force you to carry several clubs as you walk over to your golf ball. I personally find excessive ropes and cart signs to be a distraction to the game.
Here at Miramar a couple of high traffic locations are at #7 fairway between the bunkers, and #9 fairway near the fairway bunker. These areas are normally roped for much of the year to divert the golf cart traffic.
If you have been playing here recently you may have noticed that there are very few ropes or cart signs. At the present time the only areas with ropes or signs are irrigation leaks or soft wet areas. This gives the golf course a much cleaner and more natural appearance. I would love to leave the ropes and signs in the barn. Please help me in this endeavor by observing the 90 degree rule in the fairways and please keep your golf carts at least 50 feet from the putting greens. With your cooperation I hope to keep the ropes and signs stored in the barn for good. We will share a much more attractive and natural looking golf course with your cooperation.
I am also investigating the possibilities of hole ownership. I would like to speak with any Miramar patrons who would be interested in helping to maintain a golf hole. This would involve repairing ball marks, filling divots, pulling some weeds, picking up trash and ensuring the rakes, flags, pins, cup liners etc. are in good condition. It would also give you an opportunity to give me some feedback on how you would like to improve your hole. This would not mean that the maintenance crew would sit in the shop all day while the golfers do our work. It would mean a sense of ownership and responsibility to help us maintain your golf hole.
Let me know if your are interested - contact us at 858-577-4155. You know where to find me.
Sincerely,
Steve Parker
Golf Course Superintendent
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 Join The Great Fan-Hunt of 2011!
We need more fans! Tell your friends to join us, and receive the latest information directly via the Facebook News Feed or Twitter Timeline. The biggest advantage of following us is the potential to win rounds of golf, merchandise, and more! Visit our website for more information.
In fact, for the remainder of 2011, if you refer 5 people to our Facebook or Twitter sites before the end of the year, you will receive a coupon for a free hot dog and soda from The Palms Restaurant! Just make sure they tweet your name @MiramarGolf or post your name on our Facebook page!
 
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Customer Appreciation Day to include Multi-Vendor Demo Day November 12th!
What do TaylorMade, PING, Adams, Callaway, and Cleveland have in common?
They will all be present at our Fall Customer Appreciation Day to be held on Saturday, November 12, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This will be a great opportunity to try out the latest and greatest in equipment from the best names in the golf business. Make sure you come out and enjoy the festivities!
We will also have a blowout sale of all of our equipment to make way for the 2012 product. Old demos, unsold product, and everything in between must go!
Take advantage and come on out. We will look forward to seeing you there, and more details will be forthcoming! |
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Practice with a Purpose: Develop a Practice Plan
by Michael C. Jones, PGA 
So often, we judge our practice sessions by the amount of time we put in, thinking that beating hundreds of balls on the range is the way to lower our scores.
This could not be further from the truth.
I tell my students all the time that they should only practice as long as they have the focus and attentiveness that grooving a new swing thought or feel requires.
Going to the practice tee with a plan will do many positive things for your game. First and foremost, it will give your mind's eye a clear picture of what to work on.
For example, let's say you wanted to work on full swing alignment. Using practice aids such as alignment sticks is a very productive way to ensure that you are not "guessing" where you are lined up. Now, the focus can be on retaining the feel of good alignment rather than wondering if there are serious faults in that area.
As soon as your concentration waivers, head to the practice putting green and work on one important key there, such as speed control.
Approach all of your practice sessions this way, and you will find you are wasting less time on the range and spending more time putting for birdies!
Fairways & Greens,
Michael C. Jones, PGA
Questions or comments? E-mail Michael
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Putter Fittings Now Available by Appointment!
We now have the software and capability to fit you for a putter in the comfort of our golf shop. The entire process takes approximately 15 minutes and is completely free!
To set an appointment or for more detials, call 858-577-4156. |
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We are committed to providing you with the best golf experience possible. Your feedback is always appreciated and welcomed. Complete the MCCS Miramar Customer Service Satisfaction Survey to help us improve our golf facility and other quality of life programs here at Miramar. S tay tuned for even more exciting news from us.
As always, none of our efforts would even be a possibility without the sacrifices our brave men and women in the armed services make each day while they serve. We salute you!
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