I lowered my scores on average about 3-4 strokes this year. I was able to get out more than I have in previous years, so simply playing and practicing more obviously was the biggest factor.

I attended a TT wedge fitting day with some short game instruction and practice. That helped immensely since most hackers like myself don't practice the short game nearly enough.

I approach every new year with a few goals. Those last few shots are always the toughest, but I'll keep grinding. For me, driving the ball is the key. Whether it's a fairway finder with a 4/5 wood, or even a hybrid, getting in position is the key!

Normally, my scores do improve during the summer months, with warmer weather, lots of playing time, and frequency of play. This year, however, has been just the opposite. I had no idea why, until I saw my cardiologist in early July. He sent me straight to the ER. Turned out I had some heart issues that needed to be addressed that had led to my being far more tired than usual while playing and just uncomfortable in general. Now, I'm in the recovery process and scores are a good bit higher than I'm used to. Still need to get my energy back so I can work on those areas that have deteriorated. Fingers crossed for the fall and next year.

Keep grinding Brother!

After getting new T200 irons in the spring, my scores has improved. Better distance and accuracy. I did just install some vokeys hope to dial in my nemesis the short game wedges.

My summer hasn't been what I wanted it to be. I've had the goal of reaching single digits and breaking 80 - I've shot 81 twice this year and am currently at 14.4 (per GHIN on the rounds I've tracked this year). I haven't been able to post rounds like I had planned on due to absurdly high commitment levels in every other aspect of life. When I do get out I'm stuck in a seemingly never ending cycle of scrambles. It's quite frustrating.

However, I have seen solid improvements in my long game after being fitted for a TSR driver and 3W over the winter. My penalties off the tee feel much less frequent (I'd give you stats, but you know - no one tracks shots in scrambles), and my GIR have jumped compared to last year. I can't be too down on myself, because I'm very fortunate to be able to get out and play as frequently as I do, even if it's not in the format that I want. The only thing I can do is sneak out whenever I can!

I could have written this same response. Identical situation down to GHIN and goals and commitments.

Hitting many better shots but still not consistent enough to show an improvement. Need to work on some things still and get my confidence up when over the ball.

I have actually improved this year. Went from a 10.9 down to 8.0. Lessons over the winter and new T350 irons have helped a bunch. Goal is to get down to 5 or 6. Just have to get more consistent. For every round in the 70's I have a high 80's round. Frustrating.

Decreasimg my tendency of losing balls off the Tee was a big winner for me. A driver lesson and other swing lessons helped alot too. I've practiced hard with my 5iron (200yrd) off the tee for short par 4 to keep the ball in play, which has payed off huge

Have dropped my strokes 20 shots a round to a big fat zero. Have not played since June 2nd. Figured a little humor would lighten up a boring day. Hoping all my buds have a great time in DFW. Plan on hitting the range on the 23rd. Hakuna matata.

Chuck - be sure to ease back into your game, we need you back to playing 18 with the team.
I’ve been far more fortunate than you with my health but even at 74 I’ve had to do some serious assessments on how I view my ability.

After a layoff from golf (and work) which cut into the budget, I played both infrequently and inconsistently.

As job prospects improved, I got back to playing regularly and slowly brought my scores more to where I feel like I should be. A couple of weeks ago shot 79 which is the first time in well over a year of breaking 80. It actually felt like a bigger accomplishment since I moved back a set of tees as well since the last time I broke 80.

Hoping to carry the positive vibes with me into the fall weather, although I'm not a fan of once the grass goes dormant. Just a fact of life living in the South.

I brought my scoring average from mid 90's to low 80's over the summer, and my ghin dropped by 9.
I guess the 2022 Phantom x 5.5 was a major factor in my improvement... Hoping to get some blades next!

I am happy with my summer of improvement. My handicap has gone up 2 points. You might say how can I be happy with my handicap going in the wrong direction.
I had knee replacement surgery this past winter. So this summer it just feels good to be back on the course hitting some good/bad shots.

I think the best investment in golf is lessons. People that know what they know what they are doing can help and bring your handicap down faster then if u did it on your own and it worked out well for me!

I agree golf lessons are the best way but as a 67 year old man I take lessons every winter from a great pro who understands my physical capabilities and doesn't try and fill my head with to many things to work on. He brakes down every year a few items that i want to work on and then gives me drills to help with that one or two issues. This coming winter i want to work on my balance...I am a 12 handicap, Left handed and most of my bad shots are because I come over the top and my power fade turns into an ugly slice....Also understand and managing your expectations is critical to enjoying golf. Playing once a week and thinking that you are going to brake 80 is not a real expectation ...This helps to enjoy the game better

My scores have steadily risen the last few years as I have a new playing group and they are not a good as my last group. Saying that they are waay more fun! Last winter I dedicated some time to my health as well as taking lessons in the winter and they paid off big time. Got back to playing some rounds in the 70's and a high round now is around 84. I will say I also re did my bag and changed my irons to T150's, new vokey wedges and just recently got fit for the new GT woods. Putter still needs some attention but otherwise this year has been a great success. Hope you all are experiencing something similar.

Each round helps but the most improvement for me has been off the tee. Much better distance and accuracy now that I'm plying more often. The next step is to get some consistency with my mid irons. It's all about getting out here and playing

It's funny, I have played more this summer than the past 2. I am playing better but just not scoring. My short game is much improved as I have a space in my backyard to chip. I recently got fit for GT and there was a wholesale change in GT from TSR for me with a different head, loft, shaft, and shaft length.

I have a few things coming up in October that I will push hard for then likely shut the playing for the rest of the year but will still practice.

I have seen improvements mostly due to adding physical therapy to my workout regiment. I have seen improvements with my drivers and long irons. I use the Titleist Pro V1 & Tour Soft golf balls.

This summer went super well for me, considering I switched to all titleist clubs. I got the T100s and they definitely have a small head but they are super consistent if you can hit them right. My Handicape went from a 11.5 in January to a 1.3 now.

I've come back to the game after 12 years this summer... after shaking much of the rust off. My issue wasn't ball striking but course management. I took a couple of playing lessons and now I'm back in the low 80's. I haven't upgraded any equipment except headcovers for my woods and did a ball fitting.