Hello golfers,
After last week's nine automatic qualifiers were finalised, European Ryder Cup captain Darren Clarke completed the side yesterday after announcing his three captain's picks. As widely expected he chose Lee Westwood and Martin Kaymer with in-form rookie Thomas Pieters (who won last week's European Tour Event in Denmark) securing the last spot. His 12 man team will take on the USA at the end of September at Hazeltine looking to win a fourth successive Ryder Cup.
There are many events coming up shortly at the club which are now open for entries. On Saturday, 17 September we have the annual English vs. Celts match. Entry costs £35 per person which includes golf, arrival drinks, a two course dinner followed by entertainment from a Comedian. Captain's Day is scheduled this year for Saturday, 1 October. The entry fee is £30 per player which again includes golf (teams of four with the best two scores counting), prizes and a two course buffet lunch. To enter either event please add your name to the sign-in sheets on the main noticeboard or simply click here to send us an email.
In less than a months' time myself, Chris, Luan and Andrew will be taking part in an event called Tough Mudder, which is a 12 mile run interspersed with some gruelling obstacles, click here to view a video and learn more. We are aiming to raise as much money as possible for this year's Captain's Charity, The Institute of Cancer Research. If you would like to sponsor us you can do so either in person in the pro shop or click here to visit our Just Giving page.
Kind Regards,
Paul Schunter
Director of Golf & Operations
Start times
To alleviate congestion on the first tee on mid-week competition days, we will be trialling some amended tee times for the next scheduled event on Wednesday, 14 September. By releasing some of the underutilised competitor's only times in the morning, we hope to reduce the amount of games forced to start on the 10th tee that have to filter in with those starting on the 1st tee after nine holes. To view the amended times please click here.
Club Matches
President's Challenge - Captain's Team 5 ½ - 1 ½ Presidents Team.
Gent's Division One and Two Medal
Division One (Victory Cup) - First place - Stuart Butt (nett 68) and in second place - Vincent Petrozzi (nett 69).
Scratch Prize - First place - Paul Freshwater (gross 71) and in second place - Vincent Petrozzi (gross 72).
Division Two (Brooks Cup) - First place - Alistair Lawson (nett 70) and in second place - George Carruth (nett 72).
Gent's 5 Club Stableford
First place - Robin Boss (16) - 35 (on countback) and in second place - Paul Purton (8) - 35.
Gent's Fourball Stableford
First place - Mark Collins and Rick Hazelden (45 points) and in second place - Simon Bale and Richard Parr (44 points).
Ladies EWGA Medal
Silver Division - First place - Mrs Joanne Cullen (nett 73) and in second place - Mrs Ann Brown (nett 74).
Bronze Division - First place - Kate Brown (nett 65) and in second place - Pat Wakefield (nett 73).
Social Events
As we head into the second half of 2016, the following social events are now fast approaching:
Friday, 23 September - Celebrate with Tapas, Flamenca Dancing and Music at our Spanish Evening. "Fiesta Flamenca" will provide a wonderful display of Flamenco dance and guitar combined with Latin American songs. Tickets cost £38 per person.
Abba Night - Sunday, 8 October. Sing along to your all time favourite songs from the 70's classic band Abba at our fun tribute evening. Tickets - £35 to include two course buffet with members and their guests welcome. The dress code is smart casual with a prizes for the best 70s dress!
Can you solve the Mystery of "Death and The Maiden"? - On Friday, 21 October 2016 we are holding a murder mystery evening, your mission during dinner will be to crack the clues and figure out who did it! Open to members and guests, tickets cost £36 per person which includes a three course meal to die for
A series of Family Sunday Lunches throughout 2016 which Andrew and his catering team will be running. Special prices which include complimentary starters and desserts are on offer for all children under the age of 12. For more information on the dates available please
click here.
To book your spot at any of the events please email Sally in the Office by clicking here or by adding your name to the sign-in sheet on the main noticeboard.
Tee Reservations
Thursday, 1 September -
Golf Society x 16, 9:30am, 1st tee.
Golf Society x 23, 11am, 1st tee.
Golf Society x 30, 1pm, 1st tee.
Golf Society x 16, 2:30pm, 1st tee.
Friday, 2 September - No tee reservations.
Saturday, 3 September - Duncan Salver, 7:45am - 9:15am, 1st tee.
Sunday, 4 September - Men's Match vs. Clandon Regis, 12:45pm, 1st tee.
Monday, 5 September - Vets vs. Tyrrells Wood, 8:15am - 9am, 1st tee and 8:30am - 9:15am, 10th tee.
Tuesday, 6 September - Ladies Autumn Meeting, EWGA Medal, both tees AM only and 1:45pm -3pm, 1st tee.
Wednesday, 7 September - No tee reservations.
Thursday, 8 September -
Ladies Autumn Meeting AM Only.
Golf Society x 15, 1:30pm, 1st tee.
Vokey and Scotty Cameron Fitting Day
Many thanks to those of you who attended our Vokey and Scotty Cameron Fitting Day last Friday. I think without exception everyone that attended benefited from finding either a wedge or putter that suited their style of play. If you were unable to attend, but would like to know more about finding the right fit for your short game clubs, please visit us in the pro shop for more information.
