Host Rich Roth and London Downs Director of Golf Marty Chandler discuss holiday golf gifts, winter strategies, and playing from forward tees.
For winter practice, Chandler advises focusing on consistent ball-striking and short game, suggesting fun team formats to keep rounds enjoyable in poor conditions.
Holiday gift recommendations include wedges, accessories like balls and gloves, quality equipment, and gift certificates for lessons. He suggests checking a golfer’s current gear for club compatibility.
Chandler encourages players to refresh their strategy by trying different tees, noting that accuracy and a strong short game are key regardless of course length.
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Host Rich Roth welcomes Marty Chandler, Director of Golf at London Downs, to discuss his recent trip to Augusta National. Marty shares insights on the unique atmosphere of Masters practice rounds and the course’s challenging undulations. The duo also covers local updates, including Bermuda grass growth at London Downs, upcoming equipment demo days, and practical tips for improving your driver setup.
Host Rich Roth welcomes Mark Fry, Director of Golf at the historic Omni Homestead, to discuss the highly anticipated 2026 golf season. As the legendary Cascades Course prepares for its grand opening, Mark shares what golfers can expect from the conditions and layout this year.