Hello,
I have been active on WGT for almost 50 straight days now. I wanted to make sure I was going to get "hooked" before looking for an active, engaged, CC. I'm currently Master/55. My stroke average is 63.53 and I'm trying me best not to move up to the next tier. I do okay with speed and elevation, but matching those two factors together at greens that run 12+ is still a guessing game for me.
My course I probably play too much is St. Andrews. Congressional, Olympic and Merion are a few that I'm afraid of right now. I have decent equipment, but it is really hard for me to hold uphill approach shots to fast greens...even with max spin. I'll find myself laying up at times on par 4; figuring playing in with an upgraded wedge is my best way to par those types of holes.
I tend to play 9 hole match play the most often. I like stroke play, but don't always have the time for it. I can schedule time for it, and that is mainly why I'm looking for a CC. I'd like to get into alternate shot play, and similar team formats, just for fun.
I'm competitive. I will always strive to get better. That is just in me. However, I'm not a grinder. I'm in it for fun. I'm not going to pay to enter a lot of tournaments. That said, I will be active and I'm not afraid to upgrade equipment periodically. I'm not looking for an environment where there is external pressure to perform, I put enough pressure on myself. I guess I'd describe my perfect CC as being individually competitive, but mutually supportive. Although I'm hard on myself, I'm a great teammate when things are going poorly for you. I value the same in others. I will consider CCs with reasonable probational/trial periods, but I'm not going to jump through a bunch of hoops.
Personally, I'm in my late 40's. I live in Upstate NY. I have a teenage daughter and will be celebrating my 25th wedding anniversary in January. I play WGT casually every week night, usually in 9 hole match play format. I can reserve 2 or 3 nights a week for stroke plays and tournaments if your CC has scheduled events. I'm a long time Everquest player, so I'm familiar with the ins and outs of participating in a virtual environment shared with real people. I have Teamspeak, but don't always like to be bound to it.
My real name is "David". Falcon Dave comes from my support of the Atlanta Falcons. I'm a life long fan. I was raised in Metro Atlanta, and moved to Upstate NY 8 years ago. I have at least a casual interest in many sports. When it comes to participation, I'm occasionally outdoorsy, and like to take day hikes in the Adirondacks. I have mostly given up golf in real life. I once played several days a week, but it got to the point where time and money became obstacles.
Anyway, I know this is long. I just wanted to put enough information out there that someone would be informed when considering me for your CC. Please don't be informed if I don't join immediately after hearing from you. I'm very loyal, so I want to make a good decision. I look forward to meeting many of you in game.
Warm Regards,
David