My Weekly Newsletter

Hello golfers,

This week sees the European Tour adopt a new format with the first ever GolfSixes event taking place at the Centurion Club near St Albans in Hertfordshire. Instead of the traditional four-day 72 hole strokeplay, a greensomes format will take its place, with the teams selecting their best tee shot and playing the alternate shot thereafter. On Saturday the teams will be split into four groups of four, similar to the UEFA Champions League football group stages with the top two teams from each group progressing to the knockout rounds. These matches will be contested over six holes with the Quarter Finals, the Semi Finals, a Third/Fourth Place Play-off Match and the Final - all to be played on a busy Sunday of golf.

It was also pleasing to see both the R&A and USGA take steps to avoid the controversy that surrounded Lexi Thompson's four stroke penalty at the ANA Inspiration in April. Thompson was penalised during her final round after she had incorrectly marked her ball on the green in round three, a mistake which was picked up by a TV viewer and reported to the tournament committee. The guidelines state that "If a breach could not be seen with the naked eye or players were not aware, it will not be deemed a breached of the rules". A further more comprehensive review of the role of TV footage in rulings has been scheduled for later this year.

Congratulations go to Kevin Hazelden on his hole-in-one on the 11th during Monday's Kirwin Taylor Fourball Medal. Well done Kevin!

Kind Regards,
Paul Schunter
Director of Golf & Operations

Mr Louis Horn

Members will be sorry to learn that Mr. Louis Horn, aged 85, passed away today. Louis was a member of Cuddington between 2000 and 2015 and played an active role in both the veteran's section and with the social events at the club. Funeral details will follow shortly.

Wednesday Competition Days

As of next Wednesday, 10 May play will be restricted to two and three balls only on Wednesday competition days. Four balls will not be permitted until the afternoon at the discretion of the professionals shop. This follows the same protocol as weekend competitions. During the summer months two and three balls will also only be permitted in the Wednesday Evening Stableford when they fall on a Wednesday competition day.

Winter Rules

As we head towards summer, and with some spring growth under our belts, winter rules will end on Sunday, 30 April. This means preferred lies will no longer be in operation and the ball must be played as it lies, wherever it lies.

Gents' London Playing Fields Cup

First place - Phil Sharman (Nett 67) and in second place - David Auston (Nett 69 on countback).

Gents' Kirwin Taylor Fourball Medal

First place - David Bolton and Ian Twydell (Nett 63) and in second place - Scott Mutter and Ian Torkington (Nett 66).

Ladies Medal OOM1 (Saturday)

First place - Tana Churchill (Nett 73) and in second place - Sarah Parrish (Nett 78).

Ladies Medal OOM1 (Tuesday)

Division One - First place - Joanne Cullen (Nett 69) and in second place - Andrea Shires (Nett 73).
Division Two - First place - Christine Tribe (Nett 73) and in second place - Annalie Wilson (Nett 76, on countback).

Club Matches

Warren League vs. Betchworth Park - CGC won 3-1.
Junior Rookie League U'18s vs. Wentworth - CGC drew 1-1.
Junior Fairways Trophy - CGC won 2-0.

BMW Championship At Wentworth

This year's BMW PGA Championship takes place between Thursday, 25 May and Sunday, 28 May with many of the world's top players expected to take part. This year the tournament forms part of the new Rolex Series of events which features a minimum of seven tournaments in seven iconic golfing locations across the world, all offering minimum prize funds of $7million. For those of you who have not visited Wentworth for this event before, I would encourage you to do so. A lot can be learnt from watching the best players in the world close up. If you wish to purchase tickets you can do so by clicking here. Any full price adult tickets for the tournament days (Thursday - Sunday) purchased via this link will be eligible for £5 FREE credit in the pro shop. Who says you can't get money for nothing these days!

Club Championships

Entries are now open for the Club Championships which will be held on the weekend of Saturday, 27 May and Sunday, 28 May. The Championships will again be played over two days, with the men's first round taking place on Saturday morning, and the ladies first round and Junior Stewart Cup taking place on Saturday afternoon. There will then be a cut in both the men's and ladies events, with the second rounds taking place on Sunday afternoon. Those wishing to play in the Junior Championship will do so in the Men's Championship draw over both days.

Captain's Charity Day
Charity
A few weeks later, Club Captain Ian Cochrane, will be holding his Captain's Charity Day on Saturday, 10 June. The entry fee will be £35 per person which includes a two course dinner, prizes and a charitable donation. The event is open to all members including ladies, gents, five day members and member's guests. All green fees are waived for five day members and guests, however a donation to the Ian's chosen charity the Samaritans would be appreciated in lieu of this. Additional dinner guests wishing to attend need to be booked in advance with tickets costing £17.50 per person. To enter either the Club Championships or the Charity Day, please either reply to this email or use the sign-up sheets on the main noticeboard.

Social Events

We have plenty more chances to enjoy one of the many social events we have lined up at Cuddington this year, including:

Friday, 5 May will see Andrew and his team put on a Barn Dance for y'all! Tickets cost £28 per person which includes a hog roast supper plus live music from Barn Dance Band The Haylayers. Open to both members and guests, jeans are allowed for this event where you are encouraged to dance your boots off.
Bookings are now being taken for Father's Day on Sunday, 18 June. Tickets cost £25.50 per adult and £13.50 for children under 12 which includes a choice from a selection of starters, a carvery main or freshly grilled fish, a choice of puddings or cheese plus coffee and mints.

To book your spot at any of the evnts 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, 4 May -