Putts and Pars GDGC

Last Saturday at the Grafton District Golf Club, a good field of 119 starters took on the challenge of an 18 hole single stableford competition. John Pepper, playing off a handicap of 31 completely dominated the field with a more than outstanding score of 46pts. Despite recording a wipe on the 6th, John completed the front 9 with 22pts and backed that up with a blemish free 24pts on the 2nd nine. Just for the record, John achieved seven 3pt holes in his 46pts effort. No doubt there will be a substantial downward adjustment to his handicap as a reward for his good golf.

The 2nd best score on the day was recorded by Greg Hayes (35) who accumulated a commendable 43pts for which he was awarded the win in Division 3. Runner up in that grade was Chris Lambeth (23) with 41pts.

Scores in division one were of a high standard with Paul Grieve (10) on top of the leader board with 42pts. Just a single point in arrears to Paul was Brendan Cotton (9) with 41pts. Wayne Cotton (13) cleaned up division 2 with 40pts, establishing a 2pt margin from the runner up in that grade, Geoff Howard (17) with 38pts.

In the NTP department, Terry Bowe (11) was the sharp shooter of the day, picking up two awards on the 6th (320cm) and the 17th (108cm), William Cameron (21) earned the prize on the 10th with his tee shot finishing 158com from the pin. The Pro Pin on the 1st was unfortunately not won as the claimant did not qualify for the award. All players are reminded not to put their names on the NTP card if they have not correctly nominated by paying the appropriate fee.

There were 30 Pro balls available on the day, and they went down to those on 34pts on a c/b.

The Thursday competition was reasonably well supported with almost 60 starters taking part. Tony Rose (23) put together the round of his life with an exceptional score of 46pts. As a result of such good golf, Tony not only got the top prize, but he was awarded with a 5 shot reduction to his handicap. Seven points in arrears to Tony was the runner up, Dean Carroll (14) with 39 pts. Terry Savage (26) was awarded the 2nd r/u spot with 38pts. Daniel Blackman (8) obviously had his radar locked in, claiming the NTP awards on both the 6th and 10th holes. Greg Harvison (1) claimed the 1st with Brendan Cotton (9) picking up the award on the 17th.

The Tuesday competition attracted a field of 88 starters which included 79 veterans. The members division was won by Billy Darby (12) with 41pts from Leon McPhee (10) with 40pts, followed by Lachlan Pitt (34) with 39.

In the Veterans division, Leon McPhee (10) was declared the winer with 40pts from Ed Florez (33) on 39pts. Geoff Shepherd (25) was awarded the 2nd r/u spot for the Vets with 38. Pro balls for the veterans went down to 31 on a c/b and 33pts for the members.

Plenty of golf action coming up. Commencing on Friday with the inaugural Friday mixed 9 hole stableford competition. Tee times for this event will be from 7.30am until 5pm and is open to all members of the Grafton District Golf Club, GA handicap players from other golf clubs, also social players. This particular series will be held every Friday except on special event golf days. Bookings can be made via the members app, calling the Pro Shop on 6642 2255 or walk ins.

Saturday 7th February event will be the official open day for mens competition for the year and a near capacity field is anticipated. If you have not already nominated it would be advisable to do so without delay and avoid any potential disappointment. The competition will take the form of a 4 person ambrose which has been the traditional starting competition, which it seems has been forever. Sponsor for the event is McLennan Earthmoving, who has associated with this particular event for many years which has been a major factor in the ultimate success of this special occasion.

Virginia Golf Trip

Nominations for this particular golf trip scheduled for 20th – 22nd March remain open. The cost of the trip will be $450 which covers bus transport, accommodation, golf at Virginia on the Friday & Saturday as well as Lakelands on the return trip home. The appropriate nomination sheet is up on the notice board together with a more detailed itinerary for your convenience.

Ray Hopwood

On Tuesday 3rd February we had a strong field of 93 vets with Peter Hackett taking out first place with 40 points

Second place was Bill Dudgeon on 39 points just in front of third place David Page 38 points

NTP

1st Rod Mason 204cm

17th Peter Gibbons 142 cm

2nd shot

4th Brian Baldwin 310cm

14th Chris Wheelahan 1100 cm

Balls to a count back 30 points

Just a reminder that our trip to Glen Innes is coming up if you are interested entry sheet is on veterans notice board

Regards

Glenn Gardner

Vets Captain