Westport with Rich

Rich and I went out to Westport on Monday. I like taking people to Westport because it always exceeds their expectations. The course is in good condition, and most people like the layout. My only gripe is that the greens are a little slow. I'm still learning about grass types and green speeds, but I know when I have to blast my putts to get a good roll on them. Westport is located in Denver, North Carolina, which from northwest Charlotte is not a bad drive. It's rarely crowded and the twilight rate is $25.

I thought I played well, but I shot a snowman(8 strokes)on the first and last holes and ended up with a 101. That's a combined seven strokes over par on two holes. Even if I would have just bogeyed both holes I would have been in the mid-nineties. Just like all amateurs, I add strokes in the short game. The wedge mishits are killing my game and I don't make enough ten to twelve foot putts to make up for the flubs. My iron play is getting longer and more reliable. I finally understand the coordination of the hips and hands in my swing. I can almost repeat it consistently which allows me to focus on specific aspects of my swing without thinking about the whole process while I'm practicing. When I'm actually playing a (semi)competitive round, I don't want to have to think at all. The less thoughts the better.

My goal is to break ninety (yes 90) in a round in this calendar year even if it's from the ladies tees! I'm only kidding a little bit. I'll need my driver to accomplish my goal, so if you need me, I'll be at the range!