i have one consistent playing partner that i play with. i actually got him into golf about 7-8yrs ago. he had some hand me downs from his dad that he started off with. he's since upgraded SOME of his bag but others are still some old clubs. he likes to golf but doesn't spend the time (or money) needed to get better even though he wants to.

I've been golfing since i was a kid (now 30) and have gotten a lot better over the past 5-6yrs. i'm always looking for new ways and also tinker with my clubs somewhat to try and get better and get the extra edge.

i often find myself at times waiting for the group ahead cleaning my clubs, i'll clean some of his irons also since he never cleans his grooves (though that may be my OCD). i offered to re-grip his clubs for free. had him try some of my clubs so he can get the feel of better clubs than what he's playing but it doesn't drive him. he always suggests to go golf so i know he likes to but just doesn't have the drive to get better.

he offers some competition but often, i'm playing against myself. though he's always the one who wants to enter in 2-man best ball tournaments.

We have a very active men's club at a public course in our area. We consistently have 16 to 20 players show up on but Saturday and Sunday and we have a blind draw to select the teams based on handicap, (A, B, C, D) . The skill level ranges from +1.5 to about 18 handicap. I really enjoy this format and I am I do not have to worry about finding a game. I have played the last three years and have lowered my handicap every year. My goal would be able to achieve single digit as well.
Good luck.

I am in a change of season with my golf partners. My twin brother, with the same golf passions and skill, just moved. My other partner, who I got started in the game about 7 years ago, is also moving. But as with all things, new seasons may bring new golf possibilities. Who knows who will come my way. I am sure you will find the same, Jaime. Best wishes on finding new playing partners who share your joy!

Enjoy!

Paul

After Cathi saw my post about losing golf partners, she took pity on me and kindly sent me a little TT sympathy gift.

You didn't need to, Cathi, but I thank you very much! I appreciate the thought.

What a great community TT is for all!

Enjoy!

Paul

I feel your frustration. I played with a couple guys consistently last year but there are issues. One guy's priority is to drink-his game has gotten worse despite playing 30 rounds last year. He see golf as something to do while drinking. The other overestimates his ability (I still need work but I know it)-an annoying habit is to have a lucky shot and then tell us that's what needs to be done, after seeing the lucky results.

Both don't watch where their ball goes so I have to find it, wasting my time. Both don't make smart shots within their ability (for example, pulling a wood to hit off the deck after a sprayed drive, instead of just taking 2 smart lay ups). Both make it a priority to scrounge around for lost balls-it's always a goal for a round and provides excitement to find free balls. I've had to really mark my balls because they'll see a Titleist, get excited and take my ball out of play. Adds up to a lot of time.

Needless to say, I've been actively searching for serious players who actually want to play golf. Luckily, at the cigar shop I go to, there are several golfers. My one friend there is hardcore and even bought his own Trackman.

I'll still play with those guys as a social outing but not as much-they're guys that play golf but not golfers. Big difference. I need to get better and that's not helping when I can beat the 2 of them doing best ball against me.

I have a hard time, especially since I'm not a consistent partner. I just can't keep a regular playing schedule. Then I met a guy, dresses like Roger Maltbie in the 70's, and he shoots lights out. We play monthly, and he's a major player......You have to reach out to your local club, find the better players and blend in......

And I'm a +1 and can't touch him. Of course, he did shoot 60 or better twice last year......lol

I experienced troubles finding consistent golfing partners when I moved from my hometown. I did a bit of searching and found a men's league in which you compete as a single instead of two man formats. This provided an opportunity to meet a lot of other golfers in the near vicinity. In addition, I also stumbled across the Golfweek amateur tour. This tour has numerous local chapters across the country that hold weekly or biweekly events throughout the playing season. Again, this is a single format but I found that there are many more people who are passionate about golf and willing to travel relatively short distances and put up the entrance fees to enjoy the game. I've made more friends and playing partners in Golfweek than I have at my local men's league.

I'm very passionate also about the game and OCD. Im a 5 handicap and play with a lot of different people with different handicaps and just play my own game. Still have fun and keeps your mental game in check also.

I have 3 consistent playing partners.

A couple years ago I had a Sunday group that traveled around, however the group just seemed to fall apart. I joined up with a Saturday morning pot game 15-30 players in the group, however struggled to find Sunday game. This year I'm joining a club again, however will still play in Saturday game.

I play the most with my 9 year old son. We both get to work on our games and most importantly spend time together.

It's very helpful for me since I know I can't lose my cool or get too upset over a bad shot. I try and cheer him on the whole time and offer advice. He will soon be far better than me, which wouldn't take much really.

It's tough to find friends/people to play. I'm a two handicap, played a lot of competitive golf as a kid and when friends find this out, they think I wouldn't want to play with them. They think I would be to serious and such, which is the exact opposite, I just want to play and have fun with a few beers. Golf is fun and exciting for me and I just want to have a good time.
I do have a friend that has found out I just want to play and have fun, I play with him and his dad. His dad is 87 years old and loves to play as much as I do. My friend and his dad may shoot around 120 - 125 per round, maybe this shows how much I just want to play.

I have played golf for over 60 years and without a doubt the most serious golfers are those who join a private club. Of course there are serious golfers to be found at the public muni's and that is where I have played most of my golf, but the private club has a large percentage of guys and gals who love golf and strive to improve their games. Golf is a unique sport where you can play as a single or play with large groups. I joined a private club and it took me a couple of years to find the ideal group to play with on a continuing basis. Most but not all are serious golfers ranging from better than scratch to a 20 handicap. It is not uncommon to find these guys on the practice tees working on their game just as I like to do, all ways striving to get better and work on weakness of our game. You will always have the golfer that plays more for the comradery of fellowship over practicing to become better but I find these types as another challenge when they are my team mates playing against the other teams who may all consist of serious golfers. I personally enjoy the fellowship and it is even sweeter when I am on a winning team and my teammates and I play well. One thing it took me a long time to learn about golf is I try to play as well as I can on any given day but when the round is over I forget it and not take my frustrations home with me when I leave the course.

I play in a men's league and most are retired and in their senior years. Kinda speaks for itself. Within the league most players do pair off and play within their levels of play. Some of our guys are in their late 80s and we even have one or two that venture into their 90s. The handicap club I belong to has a good membership and I would say that about 50% are close to single digit. You can always get a good game at our muni. Mine floats between a 9 and a 12.

I work from 3pm to 1:30am so my morning schedule during the week works well for golf, but not for several others, I work a lot of weekends so those days are tough for me.

I have one guy that will play anytime he is off, the down side is he could be lots better at golf if he would go to the range and work on his game. He refuses based upon he wouldn't remember everything he did on the range to the course. I did finally teach him how to chip without chunk it every time. he has gotten lots better at that and is saving strokes that way but still has lots to fix.

I do have another guy but work schedule plays in for him, he travels a bit.

Most of our courses no longer have a men's league due to not properly keeping track of scores & handicaps. Plus the interest in those clubs around here have really declined.

I'm fortunate. I've a regular group that plays every weekend (both days) and some during the week. All are scratch or better. Even have a few other guys that join us on occasion (one a former tour player).