TeemuVanBasten 3,327 Posted November 2, 2020 (edited) 9 hours ago, ged in the onion bag said: Socio economic.... you talk a good game! Are Willett, Hatton, Poulter and Fleetwood for example from rich backgrounds? Willet's dad is a Vicar and his mum is a maths teacher, that is middle class in Sheffield isn't it? And Fleetwood's own father has spoken out about the high cost of subsidising his son's early pro career. By the way, I never said it was a sport for rich people, I said it isn't a sport for poor kids. Would a minimum wage factory worker be able to afford the clubs your kids own? That's why it has a reputation or perception among working class / lower working class people as an elitist sport, because its not accessible to all, there is a financial barrier to entry for many. Edited November 2, 2020 by TeemuVanBasten 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tony DaWonderful 35 Posted November 2, 2020 Signed! Looking forward to mixing with the upper classes again soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex Moss 2,165 Posted November 2, 2020 23 hours ago, dylanisabaddog said: 97% of people with Covid caught it indoors. Why on earth would you ban outdoor activities? Because unfortunately Dylan, the other 3% was caught on golf courses, and not necessarily when they were open either Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dylanisabaddog 4,991 Posted November 2, 2020 I regularly walk my dog near the course in Eaton. I've no idea what class of people they are but they're not very good at golf😂 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex Moss 2,165 Posted November 2, 2020 8 minutes ago, dylanisabaddog said: I regularly walk my dog near the course in Eaton. I've no idea what class of people they are but they're not very good at golf😂 I’m not sure either, Dylan, but I am reliably informed these people do know ‘a hole in one’ when they see one though! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Van wink 2,994 Posted November 2, 2020 FCR must be full of the upper classes at those prices Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canary Jedi 590 Posted November 2, 2020 Hi everyone, a massive THANK YOU for all those that have signed. It’s great that it will now be debated in Parliament. However I’m not holding my breath, if you remember the idea of fans returning to football matches was also debated and was pretty much brushed off on the basis of “yes of course it would be nice but we have to put safety first.” I shall now reward all those who signed with my favourite golf joke! Two old boys were having a round of golf. One is just about to tee off when a hearse drives past on the road next to the hole displaying a coffin and flowers. The guy stops before his shot, tips his hat and waits for the hearse to drive past. Then he takes his shot. His playing partner says “that was a very respectable thing that you just did.” He replies “well, we were married 50 years!” 😂 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keelansgrandad 6,679 Posted November 2, 2020 My membership, admittedly at pensioner rates is not even a half of £750. And I recently, foolishly as it turns out, bought a second hand set, in pearl condition for £49.99. So that is four sets I have and they didn't cost £750 all told. And virtually every member of the club is working class. And the membership increased by 130 during the previous lockdown/furlough. Thanks to all that signed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TeemuVanBasten 3,327 Posted November 3, 2020 (edited) 12 hours ago, keelansgrandad said: My membership, admittedly at pensioner rates is not even a half of £750. And I recently, foolishly as it turns out, bought a second hand set, in pearl condition for £49.99. So that is four sets I have and they didn't cost £750 all told. And virtually every member of the club is working class. And the membership increased by 130 during the previous lockdown/furlough. Went over your head as well then. Another poster made the point that the sport is perceived as elitist. I said that the reason isn't because it is expensive for you or me to play on a Sunday to unwind, its the cost of an aspiring kid having a realistic chance of making it as a pro. Jermaine Pennant and Marcus Rashford didn't have golf as an option, that was my point. Edited November 3, 2020 by TeemuVanBasten Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CamNhungDinh 0 Posted November 3, 2020 I also think tennis is more elite than golf. However, playing golf helps you to be easy to focusing on something and more patient. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keelansgrandad 6,679 Posted November 3, 2020 6 hours ago, TeemuVanBasten said: Went over your head as well then. Another poster made the point that the sport is perceived as elitist. I said that the reason isn't because it is expensive for you or me to play on a Sunday to unwind, its the cost of an aspiring kid having a realistic chance of making it as a pro. Jermaine Pennant and Marcus Rashford didn't have golf as an option, that was my point. Not over my head. You mentioned whether a minimum wage earner could afford a set of clubs for his child. I merely pointed out he could. Far cheaper than a phone contract or pair of football boots. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canary Jedi 590 Posted November 3, 2020 😠 Email from my golf club: “Further to the announcement on Saturday, it has been confirmed that golf courses in England have been instructed to close from 5th November until 2nd December. The clubhouse and course will therefore close on Wednesday evening 4th November, and any tee bookings made after that date will no longer apply.” I’ve written to my MP! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
How I Wrote Elastic Man 1,193 Posted November 3, 2020 I guess people are allowed out for a walk in lockdown? Just not with a golf club in their hand. Daft Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canary Jedi 590 Posted November 3, 2020 They still have to debate it in parliament so there is still hope that good sense will prevail! what on earth will all those professional footballers do otherwise in their spare time? 😉 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canary Jedi 590 Posted November 8, 2020 Great news, golf courses to open this week!!! 😁 https://external-preview.redd.it/vxPXEGgL4v8mCGw06IFGsmJNtqWQg-z60xQQ79dHKPY.jpg?auto=webp&s=db7685262e9b352a4888e547f52a244e2ea2cb9f Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
