Up Close and Personal - Stephen Fitzpatrick

The role of club professional can not be over stated and Stephen Fitzpatrick PGA has proved an invaluable asset to the club; Golf is not an easy game to learn and at which to become proficient. The rules, etiquette and traditions are an integral part of playing the game and while many clubs rely on volunteers to oversee aspects of the clubs operations we at Enniscorthy acknowledge that we are indeed very fortunate to have such a golf professional. 

Research has shown that the club professional can play a key role in terms of coaching beginners and juniors by introducing them to all aspects of the game. This role can also include helping juniors and newcomers to integrate into the club and overcome any concerns they may have in terms of club rules and practise such as playing in competitions, introducing guests and club dress code. Stephens' friendly and unassuming manner has made him popular with all members and visitors; from juniors to seniors.

His unique approach to coaching has earned him a reputation for not just 'fixing your swing' but looking at your game in a holistic manner by taking all aspects of your game into the equation. Even seasoned golfers have come away with a refreshed view of the game eager to try not just the minor alterations that Stephen may have suggested but to look at the target and visualising the end result in a new light. 

Stephen is available for lessons all year round and can be contacted at the Pro-Shop where he stocks many of the well known brands of equipment such as Ping, Taylor-Made, Titleist and now Cobra at competitive prices including golf-wear such as the new Oxford clothing range, Glenmuir, Links Tech, Proquip and PGA tour clothing. 

Gift vouchers are available and are the ideal gift for all occasions. 

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Supplier News - Glenmuir

Glenmuir, one of Europe's leading golf apparel brands, has updated its highly-regarded Storm Bloc® weatherpoof fabric to provide increased stretch for 2011. 

Storm Bloc® features in 12 products across the Lanark company's extensive Men's, Ladies and Junior golf collections and provides outstanding wind, cold and shower protection. 

The fabric combines a Teflon-coated oil and water repellent outer with a lightweight liner and the introduction of elastane into the fabric gives golfers even more freedom of movement in the swing in the brand new Men's 'Rogart' long-sleeve windshirt, 'Balintore' half-sleeve windshirt and Ladies' 'Charlotte' long-sleeve wind jacket. 

The 'Rogart', for example, is designed to offer weather proofing wash after wash and features a soft-touch outer, zip neck, adjustable draw chord hem, two pockets, and contrast side panels with piping. 

Available in sizes S-XXL and in Navy/Stone, Mercury/Black and Black/Kingfisher it has an RRP of £58 and is the perfect choice for golfers looking for lightweight weather protection. 

For Ladies meanwhile, the new full-zip 'Charlotte' is available in three stunning new colour choices - White/Hot Pink, Black/Peapod and Light Kingfisher/Kingfisher - with smart and contemporary contrast piping and side panels. 

The Teflon repel protector and new stretch fabric make this a supremely effective and comfortable wind shirt for late Spring and early Autumn, when weather conditions can turn in an instant. It’s available in sizes S-XL with a RRP of £61. 

Glenmuir's new Junior collection, which for the first time includes smaller products directly from the main Men and Ladies collections, includes the 'Kendal' Storm Bloc® windshirt in Black/Graphite and Hot Pink/White colours. 

Golfers can experience the benefits of Storm Bloc® in a number of other Glenmuir products, including: form men the Storm Bloc® Pro long-sleeve windshirt, Storm Bloc® Club half-sleeve windshirt, Storm Bloc® Team v-neck wind shirt, Storm Bloc® Vest v-neck sleeveless windshirt; for ladies the Mia performance fleece, Storm Bloc® Ace long-sleeve windshirt, Storm Bloc® Par half-sleeve windshirt and Storm Bloc® Gilet. 

For Spring/Summer 2011 Glenmuir introduces a fully-coordinating collection of clothes and accessories with three new and modern colour schemes: Hot Summer where bright pink combines with navy, white and stone; Tequila Sunrise, with stunning mango and peapod accent colours against white, khaki and black; and Cool Waves, where vibrant kingfisher blue sits alongside yellow, black, white and mercury.

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Supplier News - Glenmuir

GLENMUIR, one of Europe’s leading golf apparel brands, has renewed its corporate partnership with the PGAs of Europe and will continue to support the organisation’s International Team Championship. 

The Scotland-based company regards working with the PGAs of Europe as an excellent way to strengthen its relationship with many PGA professionals working outside of the UK and Ireland. 

Glenmuir supports many initiatives and activities in golf, especially at grass roots level where PGA professionals are often at the forefront of projects designed to grow and develop the game. 

Colin Mee, managing director of Glenmuir, said: “We are delighted to renew our status as a Corporate Partner of the PGAs of Europe. 

“Particularly in countries where golf is just being developed, or where the game is still in its infancy, it is important for the golf industry to support PGA professionals and help them to deliver the game in the correct way. 

“Being a Corporate Partner directly helps to support PGAs of Europe members while sponsoring the International Team Championship means those members have a high-profile championship in which they can be proud to play.” 

From the Ryder Cup to the PGA Cup and the Glenmuir PGA Professional Championship, Glenmuir consistently demonstrates its love for the game of golf at all levels. 

Said Ian Randell, PGAs of Europe chief executive 

“Glenmuir continue to be great supporters of professional golf and providers of excellent service to PGA Professionals. Their team is a joy to work with and extremely professional in the manner in which they conduct their business. 

2011 brings the sixth year that we have enjoyed their support for our International Team Championship which has also been instrumental in the forming of mutually beneficial relationships with a large number of our member PGAs. In fact it is testament to the strength of the partnership and quality of Glenmuir products that no less than 18 teams wore Glenmuir apparel for the 2010 Championship.”