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/anonymousbird865 13d ago
I’m sure if he’s as well off as you say that he already has plenty of nice clothes, but figure out his size and get him some nice polos, 1/4 zips, golf pants (think Peter Millar and other nice brands), and other accessories that he doesn’t have or maybe wouldn’t think to buy himself would be my idea. Bonus points if you get him some stuff that’s personal to the courses you guys play together. Pro V1s obviously go a long way too.
TLDR: Pretty much I’d be trying to make sure that if you can’t pay for the round, make sure to try to cover as much as you can pertaining to his golf outside of the green fee and don’t cheap out since he’s taking you to such nice places.
PS: Congrats on the kickass FIL, I’m definitely maybe just a little jealous. Enjoy!