Meet the Arccos Invitational Players

As dawn breaks, anticipation fills the air, mingling with the scent of freshly cut grass and the glistening of morning dew. Ready to take on the challenge, you stand on the range, clubs in hand, focused and determined.

Welcome to The Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass, host of the famous PLAYERS Championship. Where players like Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus to modern-day legends like Scottie Scheffler and Tiger Woods have teed it up…

Dye craftily created a course that would be challenging for players of all types. As Jack Nicklaus, once said when asked if the course fit his playing style, "No, I've never been very good at stopping a 5-iron on the hood of a car." 

Now, picture yourself among them, ready to tee off like a pro. This dream comes true for 12 Arccos Members at the inaugural Arccos Invitational on March 26th and 27th, competing like the pros at The PLAYERS this week.

Allow us to introduce you to our twelve Arccos Members who will get the opportunity to compete for the Arccos Invitational trophy at TPC Sawgrass in two weeks…

Amanda H.
Hometown: Colorado
Handicap: 9 

What was your initial reaction to finding out that you just won an invite to the 2024 Arccos Invitational at TPC Sawgrass?

“Disbelief at first! You see so many spam emails saying that you won something but something caught my eye that seemed real about it. Then when I learned over the phone how many people entered and how I was among so few to win, I felt a drop in my stomach. I can’t believe it, what luck!”
How has using Arccos helped your game? 
“It’s really helped me narrow down my distances to know exactly how far each club can go. My boyfriend and I love to strategize with the app to get a look at the holes to determine which club to use and where to aim.”
How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th island green hole?
“Aim for the center of the green and stay safe, unless the round is going really poorly then a different mindset may enter the realm of possibility.”

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Andrew S.
Hometown: New York
Handicap: 12

What was your initial reaction to finding out that you just won an invite to the 2024 Arccos Invitational at TPC Sawgrass?

“Disbelief. I checked to make sure the email was real before allowing myself to start researching each hole at THE PLAYERS Stadium Course.”

How has using Arccos helped your game? 

“I have a much better understanding of my true distances, which allows me to select the right clubs on each hole.”
How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th island green hole?
“Grab my PW, tell myself to swing easy, and hope that the ball lands on the green.”
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Bill P.
Hometown: Utah
Handicap: 13

What was your initial reaction to finding out that you just won an invite to the 2024 Arccos Invitational at TPC Sawgrass?

“Total disbelief. Even after talking with Ciara, I am still in shock. Very excited about the opportunity and need to start training…we haven't been able to play on a course in Northern UT since early Nov.”

How has using Arccos helped your game? 

“Absolutely. As a golf newbie, I know I would not be playing the way I am in just a few short seasons without having Arccos to know my smart distance per club and aspects of my game that need improvement.”
How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th island green hole?
“Like any other Par 3, try to hit the middle of the green and not think about the water… yeah right!”
 

Dylan H.
Hometown: New Jersey
Handicap: 20

What was your initial reaction to finding out that you just won an invite to the 2024 Arccos Invitational at TPC Sawgrass?

“I didn't think it was real at first. Once I realized it was real, I immediately texted my golf group buddies to rub it in.”

How has using Arccos helped your game? 

“The biggest thing for me has been the club distances. Being able to track all the shots and give me accurate distances for all my clubs has been great. Also being able to use the GPS during the round for distances to the green.”
How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th Island Hole?
How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th island green hole?
“First shot, pitching wedge into the water. Second shot, pitching wedge to the front of the green.”
 

Francesca H.
Hometown: Texas
Handicap: 20

What was your initial reaction to finding out that you just won an invite to the 2024 Arccos Invitational at TPC Sawgrass?

"Is this real? then the explicit kicked in!!"

How has using Arccos helped your game? 

“So much!! Understand yardage, my shots, and what I need to work on. What's getting better, worse. ”

How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th island green hole?
“ With a cleansing breath and picture, the water is actually the short fairway."
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Jason M.
Hometown: Colorado
Handicap: 15

What was your initial reaction to finding out that you just won an invite to the 2024 Arccos Invitational at TPC Sawgrass?

“Is this a scam?" - I had forgotten that I applied.”

How has using Arccos helped your game? 

“It's allowed me to identify the areas to focus on for practice sessions.”
How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th island green hole?
“Eyes closed.”
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Mayes G.
Hometown: Arizona
Handicap: 20

What was your initial reaction to finding out that you just won an invite to the 2024 Arccos Invitational at TPC Sawgrass?

“Shock!”

How has using Arccos helped your game? 

“By understanding what parts of my game I need to practice the most!”
How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th island green hole?
“Aim for the water because then it will likely end up on the green.” 

 

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Parth P.
Hometown: Colorado
Handicap: 9
What was your initial reaction to finding out that you just won an invite to the 2024 Arccos Invitational at TPC Sawgrass?
“Honestly thought it was a phishing email. Once I realized it was real, I couldn't believe it. Texted my brother immediately and was just excited for the wild opportunity.”

How has using Arccos helped your game? 

“It's been great to see all the stats behind what I am doing right vs what I need to improve on.”

How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th island green hole?

“Try not focusing on all the water and really just making a good strike and hopefully hitting the center of the green!”

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Scott T.
Hometown: Florida
Handicap: 20

What was your initial reaction to finding out that you just won an invite to the 2024 Arccos Invitational at TPC Sawgrass?

“Very surprised. Thought it was too good to be true!”

How has using Arccos helped your game? 

“The post-game reviews make it clear on the areas that need improvement.”
How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th island green hole?

“By following the caddy's instructions.”

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Tony L.
Hometown: California
Handicap: 1

What was your initial reaction to finding out that you just won an invite to the 2024 Arccos Invitational at TPC Sawgrass?

“I immediately told my fiance that this is a bucket list course. And then I shared this with my golfing buddies and they were jealous!”

How has using Arccos helped your game? 

“Arccos helps me keep track of where my misses were. Those are things that are hard to remember after the round. The distance on the putts was helpful, too, so that I know what my realistic 3-putt ranges are. Overall, the mapping feature is one of the best things in the market right now!”
How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th island green hole?

“It's either a PW or 50-degree wedge. Most likely it'll be a full 50, but going to see what happens with the wind and tee box placement. I will not attack the back right pin placement, and most likely aim just over the front bunker toward center-ish. I have a bit of a draw spin, so I have to account for that so it doesn't roll off the green.”


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Travis S.
Hometown: Hawaii
Handicap: 7

What was your initial reaction to finding out that you just won an invite to the 2024 Arccos Invitational at TPC Sawgrass?

“Disbelief because I have never won anything before.”

How has using Arccos helped your game? 

“Mostly by focusing practice in areas that are costing me the most.”
How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th island green hole?

“Try to treat it like just another hole and hit the middle of green!”

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William T.
Hometown: Tennessee
Handicap: 10

What was your initial reaction to finding out that you just won an invite to the 2024 Arccos Invitational at TPC Sawgrass?

I thought it was a scam email (haha). So disbelief!”

How has using Arccos helped your game? 

“It has helped me clear up misperceptions about my game, and confirm other deficiencies. For instance, my settings are compared to a 5 HDCP. I feel confident I can get there, but through Arccos, I can see that approach play is holding me back. It also helped me improve on things I thought I was good at doing (i.e. short game).”

How are you planning to approach, playing the famous 17th island green hole?
“Enjoy the moment. Not add any additional pressure.”
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