I played golf for the first time in AGES today. I wanted to get in a practice round before I take on of my fellow staff members out next weekend. I didn't want to totally embarass myself.
I was fairly pleased with the way I played tee to green, considering how long it's been since I played. Around the greens however, was another story entirely. My short game used to be a strength, tonight it was a disaster. Putting has always been problematic for me, and tonight was no different.
I shot a 57 through 8 holes. (+27, for those of you who care) Couldn't squeeze in the ninth due to darkness, but I figure I would have shot about a 65, which would be approximately 125ish, if I'd played 18. If I can shoot that next weekend, I'll be pleased enough. I could shave about 10 strokes off that, if I could get the short game under control.
I found more balls than I lost, which helps take the sting out of it. All in all, I had a blast. It was great to be outdoors again.