So, Darren Clarke finally made his 3 wild card picks today and his decision seems to really be splitting opinion. 

Darren's picks were as follows:

Lee Westwood, Martin Kaymer and Thomas Pieters. 

These 3 join the 9 automatic qualifiers:

Rory McIlroy, Danny Willett, Henrik Stenson, Chris Wood, Sergio Garcia, Justin Rose, Rafael Cabrera-Bello, Andy Sullivan, Matt Fitzpatrick. 

I have to admit, that I would have chosen Russell Knox over Thomas Pieters. There is the obviously biased Scottish element of my decision, but also the fact that Knox plays in America week after week and has a proven record of winning on US soil. 

Knox has also won on the big stage with his World Golf Championship win and although I think Pieters is a fantastic player, he would not have been my pick. 

The thing with this year's 3 wild cards, is that there was really only one wild card. Clarke was always going to pick Westwood, it wouldn't have mattered how badly he was playing, Westwood was always going to be on the team. I also think Kaymer was an absolute certainty, which left only one place. 

Now don't get me wrong, Thomas Pieters is a great player and his win last week in Denmark most certainly helped his cause, as did shooting 62 in the first round whilst playing with Clarke. 

Let's hope that Team Europe go on and beat the Americans once again. I have my doubts however this year and I also believe that for the good of the Ryder Cup, the USA need a win under their belt. They have not won the Ryder Cup since 2008 and when they are not winning, they can very quickly lose interest and that would not be good for the event.

So, come on Team Europe! (But my monies on the USA!)


 

Our demonstration Callaway XR Steelhead irons have just arrived in store and are available for you to come and try. These are awesome looking cubs and they feel great to hit. 

Custom fitting is now available and you can book your fitting slot, by calling us on 01738 440678. 

We can offer custom fitting both at Noah's Ark and can also organise for you to go to the Callaway National Fitting centre at St Andrews to be fully set up.


Clothing Sale 

We currently have 30% OFF all Oscar Jacobson, FootJoy and Callaway clothing. 

We have a great selection of polo shirts in stock, so come along and pick up a bargain, whilst this offer is available. 




We also have an amazing half price deal on Glenmuir Wind jackets. We have the jackets in Navy or Royal blue and these are on HALF PRICE!

Down from £79 to £39.50 . 

When you’ve got a good round going, seeing bad weather rolling in can swing your momentum. 

But if you are carrying a wind top like Glenmuir’s Torridon, you can maintain complete freedom to continue playing your best.

Glenmuir has established a premier position among leisurewear brands thanks to its Scottish roots that date back to 1891. 

This rich heritage has aided developing a great range of clothing for 2014.


   

Start Flushing your Fairway Woods 

Fairway woods are not the easiest clubs to hit with any consistency from the short fairway grass. There is not much margin for error and many players just really struggle to get the ball in flight. 

In this week's video I'll show you how to start hitting your fairway woods with some consistency and get the distance you deserve from the fairway.

Click here to learn how to flush your fairway woods.

There are lots more great videos available to watch on my YouTube channel. 

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Hay Robertson 4-Man team event

The Hay Robertson team event is being played on Saturday, 10 September. You can enter your team of 4 players now and be in with the chance of winning this historical trophy. 

Entry is great value at just £24 for a team of 4 players. 

Entries can be made by calling the starters box on 01738 636481 or email northinchgolf@pkc.gov.uk  

Gent's Open - Saturday, 1 October 

North Inch Gent's Open is being held on Saturday, 1 October. Entries are now open and can be made via one of our entry forms or by calling or emailing the starters box on 01738 636481 or email northinchgolf@pkc.gov.uk  


Public Putting at North Inch 

Not many people are aware that the putting green at North Inch Golf Course is a public green and is open to anyone to play. We have 9 holes and its great value at just £1 to play and is absolutely FREE of charge for anyone under the age of 18 yrs. 

The green is in great condition and is great fun to play. Why not come down with some friends and set up a challenge to see who the best putter is!