Steven Cookson

The Andy Kirby Cup

The annual Men vs. Seniors match took place last Saturday 14th March. Oversubscribed, we had 18-a-side playing for points to take the trophy.

The first two matches out were halved (the Captains' match and Senior Vice Captain), and sitting one point a piece we waited for news from our teams. Unfortunately for Andy it became a sea of red on the board as the men took all seven of the remaining points to retain the trophy.

Small consolation perhaps, but he holed a magnificent "Eddie P" 40 yard putt on the 16th for his first ever birdie on that hole. The shot that was heard around the course... well maybe by the guys on the 14th!

We were treated to a fabulous curry buffet afterwards and a chance to share "what-ifs". As always the match was played in great spirits, and courtesy now withstanding the lack of handshakes.

Pictured is a somewhat defeated Andy Dean (under a dark cloud) presenting the trophy to Men's Captain Myles Carroll.

Competition news

3 Clubs and A Putter Challenge

A great turnout of 42 players took part in the Four Club Stableford on Sunday. As always, the scoring was very credible considering the lack of club selection – probably a good thing for some. 15 players managed 30 points or more with two stand-out rounds from Paul and Gill Brack.

Gill managed 38 points only to be beaten by Paul with 40 points (and three blobs). Graham Wallace shot a very respectable 35 points – probably a bit fatigued after carrying me through Saturday’s match!

Coronavirus

On a serious note, the government have again updated its advice regarding restrictions and best practice so please take note and stay safe.

The Main Committee are meeting next Tuesday to discuss forthcoming matches/competitions in conjunction with Wiseville and further updates will follow shortly.

Myles.

Bank Holiday Fun Competition - Easter Bunny Hop - Monday 13th April (9am for a 9:30am start)

Entry fee - £3 per person- payable to before play to the organisers. In addition to the entry fee, five-day members are required to pay a green fee/flexible member have their points deducted.

Format - 18 holes greensomes, playing six holes with each of your other team members plus a special Easter bunny competition!

If you would like to play please sign-up on the main noticeboard in the clubhouse. All are welcome - any queries please contact Ros Tunbridge on ollybeak@hotmail.com.

Summer Knockouts and other Summer Competitions

The sign-up sheets for the various knockouts and other seasonal events are now posted on the club boards.

For the men we have the Summer Singles, Pairs and White Tee Eclectic; for mixed pairs we also have the Carr Coffee Pot and the second edition of the Charity Nine Hole Greensomes.

You can sign-up for the White Tee Eclectic and Nine Hole Greensomes until Friday 1st May, while draws for the other events will take place on Wednesday 18th April.

Regards,
The Comps and Matches Committee.

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Sociable sessions

Playing golf with your friends is one of the best things about this sport but, if you’re tired of playing long strokeplay rounds in your fourball, why not try some of the fun formats below the next time you find yourself going out in a four?

4BBB

This game is a lot of fun and sees both team members play their own ball, with the lowest score counting at each hole. In a fourball betterball match, players receive 90% of the difference from the player with the lowest handicap.

Greensomes

Both partners tee off on each hole. You then choose the best drive and play alternate shots for the rest of the hole. Your greensomes handicap should be 60% of the lower partner’s handicap added to 40% of the higher partner’s.

Gruesomes

This is a great way to find out who your true friends are as the format is the same as Greensomes only your opposition decide which drive you play from. Although don't blame us if you all end up falling out over it.

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