A View From The Green
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Final fixture at Ombersley
Our final fixture came to a close at Ombersley G.C. where 16 members turned out for a medal competition, not only was the Spring Trophy contested, but GOTY would be decided. On a day the clocks went back the weather was exceptional for the time of year.4 groups of 4 battled it out going out in the order that they had attained in points for GOTY. Out 1st was the leaders who produced low scores and made it difficult for everyone else. Only Jack and weenie could win the GOTY. Jack put the stake in the ground by shooting 76 gross net 64 an 8 under par total with weenie shooting an impressive 73 gross net 69. Going in to the event weenie held a 3 point lead so Jack now was 2 points behind. At this stage it looked all over for Jack despite having the winning score, but following their group Asher came in with a net 65 and Glenn with a net 66 making weenie and jack tied for GOTY.NP went to Roger {16} and weenie {34} the wooden spoon went to Neil S. The presentation later saw Jack getting his 2nd green jacket for the season with the announcement that for the 1st time in the 25 year history that the GOTY. was tied, but both Jack and Weenie decided that their could only be one winner and challenged each other to a play off hole, the 10th hole was selected right outside the club house for all to see, earlier in comp play Jack had birdied the hole whist Weenie had bogeyed it. Unfortunately tee shots decided it has Jack put his out of bounds and Weenie went on to birdie the hole so Weenie claimed the GOTY. for the 6th time. On a final note the society is only as strong as the members who take part and despite a difficult year with the weather (the worst I can remember in the 25 years over a season) we managed to do it, going forward to next season ain’t going to be any easier with rising costs and morning tee time availability so venues will not be easy and might not please everyone. Remember that the Society was formed for bunch of friends and family to enjoy a day out on a Sunday morning playing the game they love and hate at times knowing good banter would follow with stories to tell. A special thanks to Simon for his dedication and hard work that people don’t see. Hope to see everyone at this years presentation and AGM. which is important for moral and satisfying to know the hard work and time is appreciated, so could those who normally don’t bother to attend please make an extra special effort for the forth coming events.
Barry’s Memorial Day at The Mount (Perton)
Memories from the memorial day for Barry Kinsey, held at The Mount (Perton G.C.) from the Society, he played for, for nearly 20 years.
On Sunday 13th October our Society honoured Barry’s memory by having a fun day to celebrate his life and times shared with us.
24 members turned out along with 2 close friends who played many rounds of golf with. The day started as always with a get together breakfast bap before the fun competition got underway. The format was two teams of 12 pairs, playing a match play stapleford comp.
2 playing Captains Asher and Carlos with their teams battled it out with Team Carlos winning 4 – 2 During the day each player had 4 nearest the pins to take on 2nd,7th,10th,13th, and a nearest the pin in 2 shots at the 12th hole, helping them along the way fellow non playing members Archie and Wayne provided refreshments at the 10th tee with Beer and Chocs. When the comp was completed everyone enjoyed a much welcomed food supplement of Sandwiches and chips which took no problem to put away. The Presentation had many prizes inc. the winning trophy, nearest pins, and the wooden spoon together with a raffle and 1-30 draw. Despite the weather leading up to the event, everyone thoroughly enjoyed the day and I’m sure Barry’s spirit was present and he would have approved of the celebration that took place in his name. The Barry Memorial Trophy will be kept in the SESC on display in the bar and played for every year as a Ryder Cup end of season event.
Neil and Wayne would like to thank everyone that participated, along with non playing golfers and those who couldn’t make it sending their best wishes.
Winter Challenge at Ludlow
Our penultimate venue at Ludlow saw 17 members turn out on a windy day, course was in good condition and a medal comp lay ahead. There were quite a lot of high gross scores out there but it did not trouble the winner who shot 74 gross net 69 and I tip my hat to Weenie (15) majors in total and his 1st win this year, 2nd on countback was Simon recording his 3rd top ten finish this season with Neil S. 3rd with a net 72 his 3rd top ten as well .N Pins went to a rare turnout from Mitch (13) and Aaron (4) The wooden spoon honour went to Suky GOTY now is a two horse race with todays winner on 55 points and Jack who failed to score today still on 51 points, only Asher could tie if he won the last fixture and the top 2 failed to score.
Banks’s Cup at the Belfry
Our 9th venue saw 17 players battle it out at The Belfry together with 2 visitors got challenged by the Derby course. The day started off with pouring rain but still very humid conditions, a relatively short course favoured the high handicapper but that wasn’t to be the case. Winning his 7th Major with an impressive 43 points a net 78 his best knock to date was John Lee. and that coming off 4 poor knocks, not scoring any points this season. Hayden came second with 39 points with regained form from Asher who was 3rd with 38 points. N Pins went to Hayden (12) and Neil (25)and the wooden spoon honour went to Bob with the best ever highest stable ford total of 29 points. GOTY is now very interesting with no less than 6 people who can win this year inc. 3 past winners who share 9 GOTY victories. Jack who was absent today leads with 51 points with 3 players on 45 points Weenie, Asher and Archie with Sting and Neil K. further back but within striking distance providing Jack doesn’t extend his lead.
March Medal at Church Stretton
Our 8th event at Church Stretton which was originally our 1st that was abandoned due to thick cloud cover didn’t go that well again, strong winds up to 40 Mph tried to disrupt proceedings, however 19 very keen, mad golfers took to the stable ford task ahead. Knowing the scores would be over par for the majority the winning score that was posted was 34 points and that went to young Jack who proved his form by winning his 1st Major after having 3 previous runners up places and now leads GOTY by 10 points. 2nd place went to Asher with 32 points with 3rd Glenn having 31 points. NP’s went to Aaron (3) and Moley (15) with John L. claiming the wooden spoon honour. With 3 events left the Belfry, Ludlow and one fixture tba. GOTY looks more than over ?? with Jack 10 points clear of Archie and 13 clear of Weenie in 3rd it looks very difficult to catch him. But pressure does funny things we will have to wait and see.
Radens Shield at Telford
Our 7th event took us to Telford for a Medal competition,20 members took to the challenge on a warm and pleasant day. The course was in average condition quite a bit below its usual standard with greens varying soft to firm and slow to average speed. Coping better than most saw Stu win his 4th Major shooting a net 68, defending the same trophy the Raden’s Shield which he won at Ludlow last August. Neil K. was 2nd with a net 69 and Weenie 3rd with a net 70 which inc. 3 birdies and 10 pars. NP went to Neil K.(24) and Carlos (14) the Wooden spoon honour went to Neil S. GOTY as got tight at the top with the leader not scoring any points today Jack and father Arch are joint top with 41 points with Neil K. in 3rd with 34 points and Weenie 4th with 33 points, the next event in one week time takes us to Church Stretton our re-arranged fixture from March which was abandoned after a few holes due to low cloud making visibility impossible
Treasurers Trophy at Shifnal
Our 6th comp took us to Shifnal, a new venue for the society and it didn’t disappoint, thou a bit on the pricey side it was well worth it. As all new venues do, we played a staple ford comp. 19 members turned out with 1 visitor which was quite good for this season so far, the weather was very warm with little wind, as near as perfect as you could get. The course was in incredible condition with greens excellent that were very tricky to read as most of them sloped which was hard to see. Winning his 1st comp this season and his 20th Major was Glenn amassing 41 points with Jack 2nd with 37 his 3rd runner up this season and sees him at the top of GOTY.3rd with 35 points was Asher. Nearest the pins went to Glenn (22) and Nikky (7) with the Wooden spoon honour going to Aaron. After 6 events Jack on 41 leads GOTY by 3 point from his Dad Archie on 38 with Glenn now 3rd on 26 after his win today.
Uttoxeter Presidents Trophy
Our 5th fixture took us to Uttoxeter which should have been played in April but was cancelled due to a waterlogged course. A Medal comp lay ahead on a well conditioned track with decent greens, the key to it was being able to place your drives on to the fairways that were lined with numerous positioned trees. The only downfall was probably the teeing areas. Only 14 players turned out which was very disappointing probably due to a re-arranged fixture and a week before our next fixture, however this challenge tested most of us and not being a staple ford competition. Note the breakfast was mega probably too much but it was the caterers 1st week at Uttoxeter so prob wanted to impress. This didn’t stop the top 3 finishers shooting par and better, winning his 1st comp this season and his 18th Major in total, now 1 behind Glenn was Neil K. shooting a net 68 just pipping Weenie 2nd and Jack S. 3rd who shot a par 69. Nearest the pins saw a rare win for Suky (3) and Carlos (13) with Suky claiming the wooden spoon honour. GOTY now sees a father and son joint leading with 32 points a seven point gap to joint 3rd being Neil K. and Weenie
7th fix (actual 4th) Captains Cup at Shrewsbury
Our 4th outing took us to Shrewsbury G.C. on a warm day with threatening showers forecasted. 20 players turned out for a stable ford comp. The course was in excellent condition with very quick greens. It was back to back victories for Nikky shooting a great score of 41 points 5 under par her 7th major which denied Jack Shaw of his 1st major shooting 39 points, 3rd on count back with 36 points was Bob. As it was Captains Cup our Captain this year Archie Shaw added a nice touch presenting not only a bottle of Jack Daniels to the winner but a bottle of plonk to the wooden spoonist which happened to be a happy Suki just edging out Moley who would have had 3 on the trot. Nearest the pins went to a rare visit from Dave Flavell (7) and Neil K.(23) which also was a rare achievement of not being NP but nearest the pin in 2 shots on the 18th par 4 as the only 2 par 3s on the back 9 were over 200 yards. After 4 events still leading GOTY is Archie S. 26 his son Jack 24 and Nikky in hot pursuit on 20
6th fix (actual 3rd) Secretary’s Shield at Astbury
Our 6th fix took us to Astbury for the Secretary Shield on a dry sunny day, not bad after a downpour during the night but the course was in good condition with exceptional greens and tricky pin positions, where the rough played a major part. 20 players turned out for a stapleford comp which took 4.5 hours to complete. Winning her 6th major was our Geordie girl Nikky with 38 points she hit the ball long and straight and with an advantage of 1200 yards on the men but did have a lower handicap because of the slope index being 10 higher, 2nd just missing out by 1 shot was Glenn 37points leaving his final putt on the lip of the hole,3rd with 35points was Weenie. Nearest the pins went to Nikky (6) and Simon (10) with the wooden spoon honour going to Moley his 2nd consecutive one (no pressure for the next venue) Early days GOTY sees Archie Shaw out in front on 21 points having 3 4th placed positions and his son Jack 2nd with 15 points


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