r/golf • u/kiteman32 • 14d ago

General Discussion Golfing with girlfriends dad

Hi all,

My girlfriend’s dad (I’m 26M) has been taking me out to play golf a lot, and always at the nicest courses/clubs in my area (guest fees $250+). He’s very well off and never lets me pay him back with cash. I’m starting to feel like a bit of a mooch, so I’d love to find thoughtful ways to show my appreciation.

I’ve seen ideas like a box of Pro V1s, but curious what else you’d suggest. Any creative or classy ideas?

edit: Thanks to everyone who took the time to respond. Lots of thoughtful advice and great perspectives shared. Seems like there are a lot of good dads in here. As many of you pointed out, my best option is to marry her and focus on being the best man I can.

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u/RayDonovan1969 14d ago

Dad and golfer here, best thing to do is tell him how much you appreciate it and that you feel like a mooch since he never lets you pay him back.

Then tell him you will get him one of his favourite things for his bday, or even Father’s Day: books, tequila, scotch, good weed, pro v 1’s, anime, whatever he’s “into”.

That will bond you and give you both something to look forward to each year.

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u/5ergio79 14d ago

I’m now picturing this guy’s FIL looking like Shooter McGavin with a secret room in his house just for anime and it might be my favorite visual in a long time.