2015 #GolfChat Survey and Awards | @DaveHeald

Thank you to everyone who participated in #GolfChat this year. When I started #GolfChat in January, 2015, I had no idea what to expect. I’ve had a blast running and participating in #GolfChat.

Since #GolfChat questions come from you, I thought it only right to make the direction of #GolfChat up to you too.

I’d love to see #GolfChat expand in 2016 to make an even larger impact in the golf industry and want your ideas on how we can make that happen. I’d also like to recognize your favorite #GolfChatters with our first ever #GolfChat Awards . . . which I thought would be a fun way to recognize those of you who participate in #GolfChat.

Lastly, I also thought my website might be a good place to build commentary surrounding growing golf and wondered if some of you might want to be contributors to the 19th Hole Media website.

I’ll be looking for contributors in two different areas:

Growing Golf – If you have ideas on how to grow golf we’d love to include you as one of the contributors to the 19th Hole Media website. We are working on a style guide for our contributors page. We want to make sure the articles related to growing golf are relevant, accurate, well-written and appropriate for our audience. Each article will display the author and a short bio. Please answer yes to our become a 19th Hole Media contributor in our survey and leave your email address if you’re interested.
19th Hole Media Stories – A 19th Hole Story is a story you like to tell at the 19th hole. If you have a 19th Hole Story you’d like to share, please answer yes to the question on wanting to share your 19th Hole Story.

Take the survey by clicking on the button below – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1MPJiLrMePyTA-bfh2VmKws6b1aQLrWnXUEbmaGXi3Lk/viewform

Answer as many questions as you want.

Bridgestone Golf

As you all know, the Bridgestone Golf Team has been participating in #GolfChat for the past few months. I sent them a few copies of my book, The Social Golf Course and in return they asked me to take their golf ball fitting (http://www.bridgestonegolf.com/product/ball-fitting).

After finishing the Bridgestone Golf Ball fitting, they sent me this nice care package in time for the Holidays including my fitted golf ball and a couple of Bridgestone Golf Hats (gave one to my Dad, who told me he only plays Bridgestone by the way).

Thank you to the Bridgestone Golf Team. We’re looking for more opportunities to work together in 2016 for our fellow #GolfChatters.

Golf Unfiltered Podcast

Last week, Adam Fonseca, aka @GolfUnfiltered, invited me on as a guest to his Golf Unfiltered Podcast. We talked about my involvement in golf, social media and, of course, #GolfChat.

Take a listen – http://golfunfiltered.com/golf-unfiltered-podcast-51-zeb-welborn-2015-12-16

P.S. – ignore the photo @GolfUnfiltered chose of me. I used that photo to show people what not to do on social media. 😉

#GolfChat Questions

#Q1: What was the most interesting thing to happen in golf this week? #GolfChat

#Q2 submitted by @1bearderdgolfer: Putters excluded, what is your oldest non-souvenir piece of golf equipment or accessory?

#Q3 submitted by @seanmrivers: What’s the best hole you have ever played? #GolfChat

#Q4 submitted by @johnkim: Who will be #PGAShow in January? #Golfchat

#Q5 submitted by @foleysmith555: Should every golfer have a golfing hero? Is it important to have a role model? #GolfChat

#Q6: Did you take the #GolfChat Survey? Yes or No? Any Thoughts? https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1MPJiLrMePyTA-bfh2VmKws6b1aQLrWnXUEbmaGXi3Lk/viewform #GolfChat

Golf Chatter Bio: @DaveHeald

Real Name: Dave Heald
Location: London, Ontario, Canada

What Do You Order from the #GolfChat Bar?

I enjoy a cold beer in golf season and a Crown Royal on ice in the off season.

How Did You Get Into Golf?

My Dad used to take me fishing every Sunday morning. The only thing I ever caught was a cold so one day on the way home I asked if we could go golfing instead. I have never picked up a fishing rod since.

What Are You Doing in Golf and Why?

I am a Certified Professional Golf Instructor through C.G.T.F. and work at East Park Golf Gardens in London, Ontario as their Pro and Clubhouse Manager. For the last 3 years I have also written a weekly column during golf season for a local newspaper, The Londoner” called “Let’s Talk Golf”. Mostly tips and instruction with the odd opinion piece.

Favorite #GolfChat Topics?

Speeding up the Pace of Play. I believe it should be taught to all as a important part of Etiquette. I believe that most people who play too slow are not fully aware of the impact they are having on those who play behind them.

Favorite Golf Quote?

“Swing your Swing” (Arnold Palmer)

Favorite Golf Destination and Why?

In Canada there can be no finer golf experience that the Banff Springs in Alberta. Last spring I also had the pleasure of playing Kauai Lagoons. Very different golf experiences but both breath taking and worth a trip.

How Do You View the State of the Game of Golf?

I know that the catch phrase these days is “Grow the Game” but I can’t help but wonder of we don’t need to pull back a little and consolidate our strong base. Golf grew at unsustainable rates for about 20 years and now we seem desperate to try and maintain that momentum. Golf is a great game and will always be here. I have to admit that I am not a fan of the non traditional offerings we are seeing like Fling Golf and Foot Golf. They look like fun activities but please don’t be fooled into thinking they are golf. In my opinion, they are simply ways for desperate owners to fill tee times.

Who Are Your Favorite #GolfChatters and Why?

I enjoy reading and participating with all who come on Tuesday evenings for #golfchat.

Favorite Golfers and Why?

I do like a lot about some of the new breed in today’s game like Rory, Jordan and Jason but there is only one and never will there be another Jack Nicklaus.

Weekly Reminders

Do you have updates to share with the #GolfChat community. Email me with the cool things you’ve been up to and I’ll be sure to share those with our #GolfChat members!

Comment below if you have any comments, questions, or ideas as it pertains to #GolfChat.

Learn more about some of my Top 82 Golf Twitter Accounts to follow in 2015 – http://19thholemedia.com/top-82-golf-twitter-accounts-follow-2015/

Want to get more involved with #GolfChat and be notified via email about upcoming #GolfChat’s and opportunities. Sign up for the #GolfChat newsletter! – https://welborn.leadpages.net/golfchat/

Do You Have Any Suggestions for #GolfChat Questions? Share Them With Us!

Join us weekly for #GolfChat, every Tuesday at 5pm PST!

For more information about how to participate in #GolfChat, please check out this article – How to Participate in #GolfChat Twitter Chat – http://19thholemedia.com/how-to-participate-in-the-golfchat-twitter-chat/

New #GolfChat Calendar:

1st #GolfChat of the Month = Surprise #GolfChat
2nd, 4th and 5th #GolfChat of the Month = Regular #GolfChat
3rd #GolfChat of the Month = Themed #GolfChat

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