Best Golf Course in Your State | @ShawnBell

Vote for #GolfChat Questions and Submit Your #GolfChat Questions for Next Week

From now on, you’ll be able to vote for the #GolfChat questions you want to see most next week.  And submit the #GolfChat questions you want to see each week.

Vote and Submit Your #GolfChat Questions Below.

#GolfChat

#GolfChat Questions

#Q1 What’s the most interesting thing that happened in golf this week? #GolfChat

#Q2 submitted by @crissb: What course(s), private and/or public, do you most want to play in your current state of residence that you haven’t played yet? #GolfChat

#Q3 submitted by @ksurlow: What are the most important factors to consider when deciding on a private club to join? #GolfChat

#Q4 submitted by @tonyjdear: You have to use a ball from the 1970s and your current driver, or a driver from the 1970s and your current ball – which do you choose? @tonyjdear #GolfChat

#Q5 submitted by @Dimples_CA: Will the new Nike Fly Blade golf shirt meet private club dress codes?#GolfChat

#Q6 submitted by @MonkeyBallSport: Who are the hottest PGA and LPGA players? #GolfChat

Golf Chatter Bio: @ShawnBell

 


Real Name: Shawn Bell
Location: Kelowna, BC

What Do You Order from the #GolfChat Bar?

Guinness, or a Purple Velvet (a Guinness and Port concoction)

How Did You Get Into Golf?

When I was a kid, I would carry my dad’s bag at men’s night. Started to mimic swings and hitting balls. Done. Hooked. Lifelong Love affair.

What Are You Doing in Golf and Why?

Taking my game much more seriously. I want to see where I can get my game. The last 2 season’s have been very good; however I know there is more.

I am also becoming much more interested in growing the game, and what role I can play in that.

Favorite #GolfChat Topics?

Honestly, I like them all. I enjoy and respect the opinions and thoughts of the #golfchatters

Favorite Golf Quote?

Wow. There are many; however these two somehow resonated from when I was a youngster;

“I always like to see a person stand up to a golf ball as though he were perfectly at home in its presence.” (Bobby Jones)

“Few games show the character of a person more than does that of golf.”

Favorite Golf Destination and Why?

Hawaii. I love the islands and the courses are superb with lots of variation to offer.

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

Believe the doom, gloom and demise of the game is greatly exaggerated. Sure there are and will be courses that close and this is incredibly sad – on a local or regional basis it might just be the correction of having too much golf per capita.

I feel golf is in a transition state and unfortunately feeling a bit of the pain of being late to and not spending enough time understanding how to address the new golf audience. Tradition and long held ideas are being challenged.

Alternatives that alleviate the time and monetary cost of playing will be a growing fixture in the future. If anything this could impact full courses somewhat; however I doubt it will have a lasting effect – as the young grow up and get older, they’ll be more inclined to play the courses they don’t have the time or the patience to play today.

Who Are Your Favorite #GolfChatters and Why?

@zebwelborn @aspittle @dawnmannix @jordanwenck @1beardedgolfer @oneputtblunder @golfunfiltered @practicalgolf …

Yeah pretty much everyone is great. 🙂

Still pretty new ’round these parts and I like how engaging, and welcoming, everyone is.

There are some pretty sharp wits amongst the #golfchatters

Favorite Golfers and Why?

So many right now. Can’t say I have a ‘favorite’. I like and cheer for anyone out there pursuing their dream of playing – no matter the circuit really.

I do like those that are really pushing the game and the limits; however am a sucker for the underdog story and the ‘didn’t see that coming…’ on a Sunday.

 

Byrds Fore A Cure 2016

Cassandra, aka @aclevergirl, is an original #golfchatter and hosts an annual charity golf tournament in the Phoenix area to help cure SMA, a degenerative neuromuscular disease her twins have, for which there is no treatment or cure. Join her at Dove Valley Ranch Golf Club in Cave Creek on May 7th, 2016! More information can be found at byrdsforeacure.org.

Share This:

Co-Ed Couples PGA/LPGA Golf Tournament | @todd_fitness

#GolfChat Questions

#GolfChat 12-Hole Golf Courses
#Q1 What was the most interesting thing to happen in golf this week? #GolfChat

#Q2 submitted by @SuzyfromFlorida: Do you need to gamble to make playing golf more fun for you? #GolfChat

#Q3 submitted by @Onerandomaussie I want to play a #golf tournament like #ThePresidentsCup who is in? #GolfChat

#Q4 submitted by @29Sonski: Would Phil or Tiger make good #RyderCup or #PresidentsCup captains and why? cc: @chambleebrandel #GolfChat

#Q5 submitted by @aspittle:  What do you think about a co-ed couples PGA tournament? credit @connectgolf  Would anyone else watch that? #GolfChat

#Q6 submitted by @aclevergirl: If the head of your club flies off mid-swing and never touched your ball, but you complete the swing, does it count? #GolfChat

Golf Chatter Bio: @todd_fitness

 


Real Name: Todd Marsh
Location: Syracuse, New York

What Do You Order from the #GolfChat Bar?

Bloody Mary’s or Martini’s unless it is really hot out then it is Yuengling.

How Did You Get Into Golf?

As a kid I was always with my Father. He started me playing a few holes when I was 4, then give me a dollar and I would run back to the clubhouse and get a soda. By the age of 8 all I wanted to do was play golf.

My father turned 89 this August, he plays everyday unless there is snow on the ground or it isn’t raining. Shoots below his age every round, though from the senior tees.  

What Are You Doing in Golf and Why?

This year I started Todd Marsh Fitness and earned my TPI fitness certification. I train local golfers and want to take golf performance training to the internet by offering an e-course. There are some excellent golf fitness professionals offering services on the internet, but I think they are either to technical or to generic. I want to produce a program that is simple to understand, can be adapted to each person’s limitations, and updated frequently unlike programs that are bought on DVDs. I want to help people improve their mobility, not only for golf, but for everyday life. 

Favorite #GolfChat Topics?

Oh there are so many…slow play, the media wanting new rivalries every other week, footgolf, 12-hole courses to name a few. 

Favorite Golf Quote?

I have three. “Hit the shot you know you can hit, not the one you think you should.” Dr. Bob Rotella
“Golf is the closet game to the game we call life. You get bad breaks from good shots; you get good breaks from bad shots; but you have to play the ball where it lies” Bobby Jones
“Golf is not a game of good shots. It’s a game of bad shots” Ben Hogan

Favorite Golf Destination and Why?

I haven’t found that course yet, but I haven’t played too many of the great courses. I will play anywhere from manicured masterpieces to pastures. It is all about the people you are with and the shot making for me. Although if a course has more than 2 blind shots on it, I will never suggest going back. 

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

I’m not going to say it is in bad shape. Courses need to be more strict with speed of play. But that said, most people have no problem watching a football game. Today we started at 12:50 just before kick-off and our foursome played 18 and was in the bar in time to watch the last 2-minutes of that game.
We need more junior programs, that include some golf but also incorporate movement, fun fitness, etiquette, and respect into the program. 

Who Are Your Favorite #GolfChatters and Why?

First I like everyone that participates in #GolfChat. Love to hear everyone’s view. Since you asked me who people should follow I would say these people for various reasons and in no particular order: @MarkKagaoan @JustinRayGC @citizencage @captdave69 @courtgolf @OracleRio @h2cgolf @texasgolfergirl @TwoInchesShort @NoLayingUp @AshleyKMayo @TheGolferBabe @JohnGrahamGolf @practicalgolf @DawnMannix @EllingYelling @Amanda_Balionis @TheGolfChick @Megangolfpro @RPFitnessLAB @Front9Back9 

Favorite Golfers and Why?

I’m pretty loyal, I mean I am still a Bills & Mets fan, so I like Tiger. He has raised the level of competition at the pro level and no one will come close to his 26% win percentage or his beating the field’s average score for 89 consecutive rounds. I would like to see him play better, as well as be a better person. I like to watch DJ and Adam Scott’s swings. I will always root for Rickie Fowler, Steve Stricker, or Matt Kucher.

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!

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/

Share This:

#GolfChat this Tuesday, March 10 at 5pm PST | Throwing Golf Clubs

This Tuesday’s, March 10 at 5pm PST, introductory topic for #GolfChat is about throwing golf clubs.

 

#GolfChat

 

Before we get into chatting about #GolfChat I have several announcements to make.

Announcement #1:

Fellow #GolfChat participant Chris Burns, aka @GolfMoreBlog interviewed me for his podcast which is available at the Golf More Swing Less website where we chat about #GolfChat.

GMSL #11: Talking Social Media and #GolfChat with Zeb Welborn

Announcement #2:

I’m hosting a charity golf tournament at Los Serranos Country Club in Chino Hills, CA on July 17, 2015.  I’m looking to make it amazing and if any of you are interested I strongly encourage you to check it out!

Southern California Charity Golf Classic

Announcement #3:

Recently posted an article on RickyLeePotts.com about the Top 38 Twitter accounts to follow in 2015.  I set my criteria so hopefully I wouldn’t offend anyone.  But, if you feel I missed someone or you . . . please let me know.

Top 38 Golf-Specific Twitter Accounts to Follow in 2015

#GolfChat is a Twitter chat that will take place every Tuesday from 5pm to 6pm PST.  Golfers and golf enthusiasts will have a place to get together and chat about golf and golf-related topics on Twitter every week.

Join us weekly for #GolfChat!

Our topics of discussion this week will be:

Question #1: What will result from the caddie suit? What will players roles be? Will it change pro golf, if so how?

Question #2: The PGA recently finished on a Monday did anyone watch? Do you tune in to tournaments during the week or only on the weekends?

Question #3: Have you ever thrown your golf clubs? What are your thoughts on throwing golf clubs?

Rory McIlroy throwing golf clubs #GolfChat

Rory McIlroy

Question #4: What are your golf goals for 2015?

Question #5: Why are more millennials not playing golf? What would change that?

Question #6: Is the Masters the unofficial kickoff to the golf season or do you start earlier?

#GolfChat will take place every Tuesday from 5pm PST to 6pm 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/

Question #1 submitted by @FlagHiApp: What will result from the caddie suit? What will players roles be? Will it change pro golf, if so how?

Question #2 submitted by @Regripped: The PGA recently finished on a Monday did anyone watch? Do you tune in to tournaments during the week or only on the weekends?

Question #3 submitted by @ConnectGolf: Have you ever thrown your golf clubs? What are your thoughts on throwing golf clubs?

Quesiton #4 submitted by @WirelessGolf: What are your golf goals for 2015?

Question #5 submitted by @WirelessGolf: Why are more millennials not playing golf? What would change that?

Question #6: submitted by @Regripped: Is the Masters the unofficial kickoff to the golf season or do you start earlier?

Questions – We’re looking to add more people and discuss more topics in upcoming #GolfChat’s.  Please comment with anything you’d like to discuss or talk about in upcoming #GolfChat s.

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/

Share This:

#GolfChat this Tuesday, February 17 at 5pm PST | Golf Simulators

This Tuesday’s, February 10 at 5pm PST, introductory topic for #GolfChat is about golf lessons for the average golfer.

#GolfChat is a Twitter chat that will take place every Tuesday from 5pm to 6pm PST.  Golfers and golf enthusiasts will have a place to get together and chat about golf and golf-related topics on Twitter every week.

Join us weekly for #GolfChat!

Our topics of discussion this week will be:

Question 1: How do you feel about golf simulators? Do you own one, have you tried one?

Question 2: At the recent Farmer’s Insurance Open, one par 5 was 614 yards. What is the longest par 5 you have played?

Question #3: What are your thoughts on the sport of golf returning to the Summer Olympics in 2016?

 

Question #4: Do you follow your local golf courses on Facebook?  Why or why not?

Question #5: The PGA has recently stopped at Torrey Pines and Pebble Beach, both public courses. What is your favorite public golf course?

Torrey Pines

Torrey Pines

#GolfChat will take place every Tuesday from 5pm PST to 6pm 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/

Question #1 submitted by: @Golfbybryan – How do you feel about golf simulators? Do you own one, have you tried one?

Question #2 submitted by: @regripped – At the recent Farmer’s Insurance Open, one par 5 was 614 yards. What is the longest par 5 you have played?

Question #3 submitted by: @aclevergirl – What are your thoughts on the sport of golf returning to the Summer Olympics in 2016?

Question #4: Do you follow your local golf courses on Facebook?  Why or why not?

Question #5 submitted by: @regripped – The PGA has recently stopped at Torrey Pines and Pebble Beach, both public courses. What is your favorite public golf course?

Questions – We’re looking to add more people and discuss more topics in upcoming #GolfChat’s.  Please comment with anything you’d like to discuss or talk about in upcoming #GolfChat s.

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/

Share This:

#GolfChat Tonight – Tuesday, January 20 at 5pm PST – Golf Slang

Hole in One at Stevinson Ranch Golf Club

Hole in One

This Tuesday’s, January 20 at 5pm PST, introductory topic for #GolfChat is Golf Slang.

What’s your favorite golf phrase?  What’s your least favorite saying?  What’s something you heard someone say, but had no idea what it meant?

#GolfChat is a Twitter chat that will take place every Tuesday from 5pm to 6pm PST.  Golfers and golf enthusiasts will have a place to get together and chat about golf and golf-related topics on Twitter every week.

Join us weekly for #GolfChat!

Our topics of discussion will be:

  • Question #1:  What type of golf slang do you use out on the golf course?  What are some of your favorites and what do they mean?
  • Question #2:  Where is the real leadership in golf today?  Is it the USGA, the PGA, the GCSAA?  Some other Golf Organization?
  • Question #3:  In honor of Rory’s first professional Hole in One, share your Hole in One Stories with us?
  • Question #4:  What do you think of Martin Kaymer’s collapse at Abu Dhabi?  What’s the biggest collapse you’ve ever seen?
  • Question #5:  What shall we discuss next week?  Who can you invite next week?

#GolfChat will take place every Tuesday from 5pm PST to 6pm 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/

Leadership in Golf – Where is the Leadership in Golf in the United States?  Which organization do you think should be responsible for the growth of golf?  Do you belong to any organizations?

Hole in One – How many Hole in One’s have you had?  Have you ever witnessed one?  What’s the wildest Hole in One story you can share with us?

Kaymer’s Collapse  – What do you think of Martin Kaymer’s collapse at Abu Dhabi?  What’s the biggest collapse you’ve ever seen?  Do you enjoy watching someone collapse or perform extremely well?

Questions – We’re looking to add more people and discuss more topics in upcoming #GolfChat’s.  Please comment with anything you’d like to discuss or talk about in upcoming #GolfChat s.

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/

Share This: