Tuesday 27th December

The bare minimum for a qualifier turned out today.
Terry Stubbs came first with 35 points and Willie Smith second with 32 on a day that started mild and gloomy, progressed to drizzle that died down and followed by a strong breeze with a bit of sunshine.

Thursday 22nd December

Christmas came early for Robin Binny whose 40 points scooped the £11 pool of the ten Sandpipers plus an honorary member for the day.
A Merry Christmas to everyone who reads this blog.

Tuesday 20th December

Twenty Sandpipers turned up today which was the required minimum for the abandoned bottle trot.
Seventeen retired to the bar afterwards to get warm again and applaud the twelve prize winners.
Edward Harle and myself tied for 1st prize with Edward winning on count back to the 18th hole but as a bottle of Grouse was for each of the 1st and 2nd prizes I was quite happy.
Our thanks to Geoff Waite for his work in making the day a success.
From today, any ball requiring to be moved from GUR to a drop zone may be placed rather than dropped.

Thursday 15th December

Not surprising that only fourteen turned out in a chilly breeze but the day turned quite pleasant in the afternoon.
Ian Porter's 34 was sufficient to get his handicap reduced to 7 and Joe Campbell losing another shot with 30 points.

Christmas Dinner

Twenty nine Sandpipers sat down for a very enjoyable meal plus the odd drink or two.
The bottle prizes will be up for grabs the first time 20 or more of us turn up to play on either a Tuesday or Thursday. A sensible decision as it means sufficient will enter to cover some of the costs, and setting a firm date may also have to be cancelled due to inclement weather.

Annual Bottle Trot and Luncheon

Owing to the weather forecast for howling gales tomorrow our competition and match secretaries have decided to postpone the golf competition rather than risk uncertainty and a potential financial loss on the high quality alcoholic beverages purchased as prizes.
The meal will be served at 12.30pm and the 9.00am tee time is still available for anyone that wishes to turn up for a non qualifying game.
Please spread the word around to everyone you know, especially those without 'puters.

Tuesday 6th December

Bionic Tommy Neilly returned to form scoring a winning 36 points, one ahead of Geoff Waite and the other seventeen entries in chilly conditions.
A reminder about next Tuesday's 9.00am start followed by our Xmas dinner.
There are currently 29 names on the list (make sure you have specified your menu choices) but if the weather looks unfavourable and you don't want to take a chance it is suggested you phone after 9.00 to see if sufficient have played to warrant the 2.30pm lunch or whether it will be brought forward to 12.30pm.
Some very bad news - Octavia's father died suddenly last weekend and I'm sure we all offer sincere condolences.

Thursday 1st December

From shirt sleeves weather to long johns in two weeks but eighteen turned out to brave the chilly wind.
Roy Williams won with 34 points on count back against Joe Campbell and Terry Stubbs managed to score a par!
I hear that John Tudor is recovering well from his recent op and John Gibson is regularly at the club now although not fit enough to play yet. AP continues to challenge current medical wisdom.

A Timely Reminder

After your comment on the blog looking for news. Was wondering if it was worth reminding Sandpipers about “Speed of Play” as we are at that time of year again when the light goes very quickly in the afternoon, and those out towards the back end of the field struggle to complete their round. It’s important that all players are mindful of this and keep moving at a reasonable pace.
Cheers
Trevor

Thursday 24th November

Ten of us faced today's howling gale. At least it didn't rain.
Joe Campbell scooped the pot with 34 points.
Things seem very quiet at the moment - let me know if you have anything interesting to publish.

Tuesday 22nd November

The early morning drizzle cleared away in time for 21 of us to tee off.
Joe Holmes returned to form with 37 points and Grant Anderson second with 34.

Thursday 17th November

Better late than never they say!!
Joe Campbell won Thursday's outing with 35 points followed by David Allison with 34 in pleasant conditions.

Tuesday 15th November

32 points looked good until Ian Porter came in with 36. Eddie Varah had to settle for second place on count back.

Thursday 10th November

Three scores of 35 points led the field so after count back Willie Smith took first prize, Trevor Wilson second and Ian Porter going home disappointed.
Our annual Bottle Trot on Tuesday 13th December will be followed Christmas Lunch chosen from the £14 menu everyone has recently received in the post.
A list is available for those who wish to attend, and nearer the time members will be required to pre-select their choice of dishes.
If inclement weather makes play impossible lunch will commence at 12.30pm, otherwise around 2.30pm.

Tuesday 8th November

David Low's good form continues with a 40 points win in gloomy conditions.
Roy Williams came second with 36 from a total of 23 Sandpipers.

Thursday 3rd November

21 Sandpipers turned up (eventually).
Charles Woodhouse took the pot with 36 points and a very surprised Trevor Wilson came second with 32.

Tuesday 1st November

The Sandpipers' handicap system seems to be working as David Low's 35 points was enough to win first prize in benign conditions with Roger Cutts' 33 points securing second place from a field of twenty two.
Allonby Road Diversion Signs:
After making extensive (and expensive) enquiries in the local hostelries it appears that the diversion signs refer to the closure of the Allonby to Westnewton road which shouldn't affect anyone travelling to Silloth from Maryport..
I'll make further enquiries tomorrow to confirm this so "watch this space".

Thursday 27th October

Willie Smith took full advantage of today's calm conditions to score 39 points, three ahead of second placed Trevor Wilson.
As the clocks go back this weekend, Tuesday's competition should commence at 10.50am.

Tuesday 25th October

Congratulations to even lower handicap sandpiper Tony Davis (now playing off 2) with his winning 39 points.
John Dixon's powers of persuasion have resulted in the rough in front of the tees being clipped down to a more reasonable height and helped him to also score 39 points.
Twenty two players turned out including bionic Tommy Neilly.

Web Site

At last I've got round to publishing the AGM minutes and revised rules.
Both are Adobe pdf format and can be viewed at http://www.sunside.co.uk/sandpipers/constitution.htm
If you have Adobe Reader installed, just clicking on the link should open the file. If not, the appropriate link to install it is on the page.
I've left the 2011 fixtures intact until next year's lists are finalised.

Thursday 13th October

Terry Stubbs ended a two year drought with a 37 points win in near perfect weather conditions.
Tony Davis came second with 36 points.
I hear that John Gibson is making progress after his recent hip operation and Tommy Neilly continues to improve despite an infection setback.

Appleby Match Result

The forecast showers held off and a good day was had by all.
Good food, good company and a good 2.5 - 5.5 stuffing off the Appleby team on their own turf.
Captain of the Day Mike Mapleton was gracious in defeat.

Tuesday 4th October

Trying conditions put a damper on the final competition of the year which was played in its proper format thanks to the generosity of Geoff Waite volunteering to mark the card of the odd couple (!!!).
Joe Holmes and Mike Mapleton won the Brindley Salver with an incredible 42 points, five ahead of Eddie Varah and myself.
One important decision to be agreed at the AGM was that anyone who puts their ball into the draw is liable for the £1 entry fee as all cards from stableford competitions are eligible for the winnings, even if not all eighteen holes are completed.
The minutes of the AGM and amended rules will be published in due course.
Most prize winners were in attendance and presented with their trophies by retiring Trevor Wilson who was congratulated for his organising skills at the Seniors Open.

Thursday 29th September

Ejaz O'Malik celebrated a successful return from injury with a winning score of 31 points in difficult conditions, one ahead of Tony Davis.
The other fourteen entries excelled at the mediocre.

Tuesday 27th September

Fifteen sandpipers competed for the rescheduled Walters Cup.
Harry Wright and Geoff Scott took the prize after a card draw.
Don't forget that next Tuesday is our AGM preceded by the Brindley Salver greensomes at 9.00am.

Appleby v Sandpipers Team

Tuesday 11th October

Dress: Smart Casual

10.00 - M. Mapleton (C ) / I. Porter
10.07 - G. Waite / D. Barnes
10.14 - G. Anderson / H. Wright
10.21 - R. Cutts / D. Wood
10.28 - W. Smith / J.Smith
10.35 - B. Bower / T. Davis
10.42 - J. Dixon / T. Stubbs
10.49 - J. Campbell / B. Taylor
Reserve:  E. Harle

Carlisle Match Result

Our away match resulted in a 5.5 - 2.5 defeat and disappointingly the Squirrels couldn't raise a full team.
Captain Trevor Wilson did note that the only pairings to save a whitewash were Saxons.
On that note, I'm informed that Alan Proud has proclaimed himself captain for the 2012 S v C match.
This is excellent news as Alan brings with him qualifications for the job that few of us have ever heard of.

Saxons v Celts Result

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Situations Vacant

1) Team Selector

2) Team Captain

No experience or idea required.

Saxons v Celts

Tuesday 20th September

11-00 D. Wood (C ), T. Stubbs  v  B. Taylor ( C ), R. Binny.
11-07 T. Davis, G. Scott v S. Tonner, D. Allison.
11-14 A. Haywood , J. Gibson v G. Anderson,  J. Thompson.
11-21 I. Porter, M. Mapleton v R. Williams, I. Hind.
11-28 J. Smith, H. Wright v J. Campbell, W. Smith.
11-35 T. Wilson, E. Varah v D. Barnes, E. Malik.
RESERVES:
B. Hetherington, E. Harle, B. Keighley,
Anyone else who wishes to be allocated to a team will be made most welcome and will get a game.

Ellis Beattie Trophy

Rather less entries than usual, but an excellent 47 points from Norma Pearson and Harry Wright puts their names on the trophy for this year.
The Terry Walters Cup has been rearranged for Tuesday 27th September.

Sandpiper Championship

Today I was lucky enough to win this coveted title for 2011 and commiserations to Terry Stubbs as runner up.
For everyone's information I wish to make the customary donation of the entry fees to Allonby First Responders to help them carry on with the invaluable assistance they provide locally.
Dave Wood

Tuesday 6th September

A howling gale accompanied by squally showers caused only Tony Davis, Roger Cutts and myself of the thirteen entries to complete the eighteen holes (possibly due to a loss of balls by the other ten).
Tony is to be commended for scoring 25 points to win the Bob Saunders Trophy as well as for his amazing turn of speed chasing his runaway trolley on the 15th.
I just managed to squeeze Roger into third place.
Thursday's stableford will start 10 minutes late due to a booking error by the Club.

Carlisle Match Team

Thursday 22nd September

Dress: Jacket and Tie

9.30 - T. Wilson ( C ) / A. Proud
9.37 - M. Mapleton / I. Porter
9.44 - J. Gibson / T. Stubbs
9.51 - D. Barnes / D. Wood
10.05 - J. Campbell / G. Anderson
10.12 - B. Taylor / R. Cutts
10.19 - T. Davis / B. Bower
10.26 - R. Williams / H. Wright
10.33 - W. Smith / J. Tudor
10.40 - L. Heyes / E. Harle

Appleby Match Result

Ideal conditions to welcome the Appleby Ramblers and a return to winning ways. Their Captain whispered the score but it sounded like 6.5 to 1.5. Our Captain of the Day, Mike Mapleton, will correct me if I misheard.
The postponed away match will be on Tuesday 11th October.
(Friday) the "Super Sleuth" advises that the result was 5.5 to 2.5.
Good to see somebody takes notice!!

Tuesday 30th August

The Jimmy Banks trophy started in a shower that lasted for twelve holes, just wet enough to be unpleasant.
Tony Davis held it together with 41 points, one ahead of second placed Ian Porter.
Twenty seven of us started with two retiring and one staying out for the walk.
Time to recommend www.howdidido.com because with the new computer system installed all recorded competition scores are reproduced on line nearly instantly after the competition is closed.
It's free and allows you to keep up to date with your handicap etc.

Thursday 25th August

Congratulations to the numerous Sandpipers who put in long hours ensuring that the Seniors Open was a well organised and successful day.
Jim Gilfillan won our own Trophy for the best Sandpipers score, with Joe Campbell and Roger Cutts also in the prizes (an impressive six prizes for each of the three sections).
Tom Neilly has had his pacemaker fitted and Fay reports that he is doing well and will be out of hospital after an overnight stay.

Tuesday 24th August

Some confusion as to how many people played today (what’s new with the Sandpipers?). Most of us thought that there were 2 x 3 balls and 4 x 4 balls, which should give a total of 22 (even with my poor mathematical skills). Well only 18 finished, apparently Grant Anderson left his ball in the mix, even though he went and played his singles KO match, which left a 3 ball at the end, who for whatever reason walked in apparently after 4 holes or so and never left their money (allegedly).
After all that excitement David McCrum was 1st with 38pts beating Joe Holmes into 2nd with 37pts, handicaps cut by Terry accordingly.
Trevor

Sandpipers v Appleby Team

Thursday 1st September

10.30 - M. Mapleton (C ) /  T. Davis
10.37 - J. Holmes / G, Anderson
10.44 - D. Barnes / T. Wilson
10.51 - R. Williams / J. Gibson
10.58 - I. Porter / R. Cutts
11.05 - B. Taylor / H. Wright
11.12 - J. Campbell / A. Proud
11.19 - T. Stubbs / D. Wood

Dress: Jacket and Tie

Thursday 18th August

Two good scores today, Joe Campbell with 43 (who lost his pound in the four ball) and Trevor Wilson with 40 (who took it off him).
It is suggested that you write your partner's name on your card on the first tee to avoid confusion.
David Barnes will explain further if required.

Tuesday 16th August

Another foul bout of weather for about 20 minutes and subsequent strong wind caused some low scores but Grant Anderton and Sandy Tonner overcame conditions to return 38 points each, Grant with a better back 9 to win the Carrick Trophy.
Spare a thought for Tom Neilly who'se waiting for a pacemaker to be fitted in the near future and will be off golf for at least six weeks afterwards.

Workington Result

 Fortunately today’s weather was fine, sunny and fairly warm with a slight breeze, for us to play our away match at Workington at the second attempt, the first being postponed due to heavy rain and strong winds.
The home and away matches against the Beckwatchers are played for the George B Shanks Trophy.
Sandpipers won there home match earlier in the season 6 to 4, but today lost the away match 6½ to 3½, therefore the Beckwatchers retain the Trophy 10½ to 9½. It has now been in Beckwatchers trophy cabinet for the last eight years. So there’s a challenge for 2012!!
Thanks for all the Sandpipers who played today.
Trevor

Tuesday 9th August

Shirtsleeves weather at last for the R. Thompson medal competition which attracted an entry of 27 Sandpipers.
Mike Mapleton took full advantage with a nett 67 followed by Malcolm Donald with nett 70.

Tuesday 2nd August

Surprisingly, in view of the damp weather and yesterday's match, sixteen Sandpipers turned up which was the ideal number for the 4BBB.
Luckily, my playing partner (and captain for 18 holes) Roger Cutts was on top form and our 51 points score was enough in playing conditions that were quite pleasant after about three holes.
No game on Thursday due to the Juniors' Open and next Tuesday is the Ronnie Thompson Trophy which is a medal competition.

Maryport Result

The weather was overcast, dry, calm & humid. The course was in good condition as usual and the greens putted very nicely (well at least I thought so).
Joe had to do some last minute shuffling of the team, but the Sandpipers came away with a good draw 4½ to 4½.

Thanks to all the Silloth Players for turning up for the match.
Trevor

Away Match v Workington Team

Monday 15^th August  2011

Dress: Smart Casual

9.30 - T. Wilson (C) / A. Proud
9.37 - J. Gibson / I. Porter
9.44 - D. Barnes / J. Campbell
9.51 - T. Davis / M. Mapleton
10.05 - H. Wright / B. Bower
10.12 - J. Gilfillan / G. Waite
10.19 - R. Cutts / M. Cowen
10.26 - W. Smith / G. Anderson
10.33 - C. Woodhouse / J. Dixon
10.40 - L. Heyes / J. Tudor

Seascale Result

Our return home match against the Kestrals was played in warm, showery conditions.
Team selector Joe came up trumps again with only one result worse than Captain Roy Williams' half giving a 6.5 - 1.5 win to the Sandpipers.
I did report that we had a 100% record but when I checked back I see that we lost 3 - 5 at Seascale. Unfortunately I'm not available for the forthcoming Monday matches against Maryport and Workington.

Tuesday 26th July

On what was probably the hottest Sandpiper day of the year, with a light north easterly breeze and plenty of sunshine, we had one of the biggest turnouts of the year so far (33) for the John Eilbeck Trophy.
Brian Taylor secured the win with 40 points on count back from Ian Porter. Club and Sandpiper handicaps adjusted accordingly.
There were a few Sandpiper handicaps that have risen after this competition, so please check before you play your next round of golf. They should have been posted on the Sandpiper notice board.
Trevor

Thursday 21st July

23 Sandpipers turned out today, on what turned out to be a pleasantly warm but slightly overcast day, with a slight north easterly breeze.
Joe Holmes took 1st place with 40 points (obviously he picked up a few tips on his visit to the “Garden of England” last weekend), the 'in form' David Low came second with 39 points (I’m not bitter at all). Handicaps adjusted accordingly.
Brian and Stuart Jones were out playing some golf today, (not with the Sandpipers but it was nice to see them). They now know what’s it’s like to be caught up behind the Sandpipers.
Trevor

Thursday 14th July

For various reasons only 12 Sandpipers made it today in a breezy south westerly wind but warm, sunny & dry. Nice change to be playing in shirtsleeves and seeing the Pros down south at Royal St Georges with jumpers and wind protective clothing on.
David McCrum  1st with 36 points. Handicap 17 to 14
Sandy Tonner  2nd on countback with 36 points. Handicap 13 to 11
Trevor

Brampton v Sandpipers Result

Not the same margin of victory as our home match as it came down to the last pairing (our two bankers) to secure the result.
Good weather, good course, good food and our unbeaten record this season remains intact.

Sandpipers v Seascale (Home)

Thursday 28th July

Dress: Jacket and Tie

10-30 - R. Williams (C ) / R. Cutts
10-37 - J. Holmes / J. Kennedy
10-44 - D. Barnes / D. Wood
10-51 - T. Davis / T. Neilly
10-58 - T. Stubbs / J. Gilfillan
11.05 - B. Taylor / J. Gibson
11.12 - T. Wilson / J. Tudor
11.19 - J. Smith / I. Porter

Reserves: J.Campbell, W.Smith.

Thursday 7th July

A strong breeze made the front nine difficult for the 20 competitiors.
Ian Porter made it look easy with 37 points followed by Jim Gilfillan one point behind.
Spare a thought for Stuart Jones whose recovery from surgery hasn't gone as well as expected and has been advised not to pick up a club until September at the earliest.

Tuesday 5th July

Dave,
20 Sandpipers turned up to play, I think all 20 were looking very closely at the sky, because the weather forecast was not good, but fortunately the forecast rain was minimal and all players completed the round in warm but cloudy conditions.
The result of the T Anderson 5 Club Cup was fairly close for 18 of the 20 participants, but 2 players destroyed  the rest and also destroyed my belief that lightning doesn’t strike in the same place twice. Last week I was marking Roger Cutts card when he scored 40 points, 25 of those coming on the back nine, and I didn’t think  I would see that again for a while. Well this week I was marking Roger’s card again and could only stand by and watch as he and David Low slugged it out to be the winner.  David Low was standing on the 18th Tee 1 point ahead of Roger. Roger walked off of the 18th Green with a birdie and 4 points, David unfortunately could only manage 2 points leaving Roger with 44 Points (a back 9 of 26 points) to win, David had to settle for second place with 43 points.
Roger must be in the running for Bandit of 2011
Kind Regards
Trevor

Thursday 30th June

Flaming June went out with heavy showers and a squally wind that proved too much for some of the 16 competitors. Trevor Wilson and Joe Campbell were made of sterner stuff and recorded scores of 36 and 32 points respectively.
Owing to an odd number turning up on Tuesday 28th, the Terry Walters competition reverted to an ordinary stableford in calmer conditions, Roger Cutts winning with 40 points and David Barnes second with 36.

Brampton v Sandpipers Away

Wednesday 13th July

Dress: Smart Casual

9.30 - D. Wood  ( C ) / J. Campbell

9.37 - J. Holmes / B. Bower

9.44 - D. Barnes / H. Wright

9.51 - T. Davis / J. Tudor

10.05 - T. Stubbs / G. Waite

10.12 - B. Taylor / T. Neilly

10.19 - M. Cowen / I. Porter

10.26 - J. Gilfillan / G. Anderson

Reserves:

R. Williams, J. Kennedy, J. Smith, C. Woodhouse.

Brampton Match Result

Congratulation to Joe on his excellent team selection skills that resulted in a 6 - 2 victory.
The day did its best to deteriorate but conditions remained reasonable throughout.
Octavia prepared another excellent meal without any help from David who was away enjoying himself at Kirkby Lonsdale GC.

Colville Park

The date for this trip has been rearranged owing to a mix up with their junior open competition.
The new date is Wednesday August 3rd.
A new list will be put up for those still able to go.

Rearranged Fixtures

Tom Sowerby Trophy - Tuesday 12th July
Workington away - Monday 15th August
Ellis Beattie Trophy - Thursday 15th September
Appleby away - Tuesday 11th October

Home Match v Brampton

THURSDAY  23rd  JUNE  2011

10-30 - D. Wood (C ) / J. Campbell
10-37 - T. Stubbs / R. Cutts
10-44 - W. Smith / B. Bower
10-51 - B. Taylor / J. Tudor
10-58 - T. Davis / M. Cowen
11.05 - I. Porter / H. Wright
11.12 - D. Barnes / G. Anderson
11.19 - J. Holmes / M. Mapleton
RESERVES: J. Gilfillan,T. Wilson
Dress: Jacket and Tie

Home Match v Maryport

THURSDAY  16th  JUNE  2011

Please note that these pairings may have been amended.
Please advise anyone concerned as neither Joe or myself will be available after Sunday.

10-30 T. Stubbs (C ) / J. Tudor
10-37 J. Gilfillan / G. Anderson
10-44 W. Smith / I. Hind
10-51 E. Varah / T. Neilly
10-58 H. Wright / R. Saunders
11.05 R. Cutts / R. Brogden
11.12 J. Kennedy / G. Waite
11.19 L. Heyes / E. Harle
11.26 R. Williams / D. Low
Dress: Jacket and Tie

Thursday 9th June

Another reasonable day spoiled by heavy showers and the conditions were reflected in the results.
Tom Neilly pipped Geoff Waite on count back with both having 32 points.

Tuesday 7th June

22 Sandpipers started out, 21 finished.

Weather: Sunny / rain / thunder & lightning. Fortunately the lightning was far enough past us not to be a threat.

1st Grant Anderson 45 pts  H/c 20 to 13.

20 pts out with no score on 9th & 25 pts back with a 6 on 18th.

2nd Roy Williams  39 pts  H/c 8 to 5.

Report by John Gibson.

Appleby Match Postponed

Owing to Norweb undertaking some works, Appleby GC are unable to provide either bar or catering for our match on the 14th. The match will be arranged for some future date.
Please make sure everyone you know in the team is aware, especially your playing partner.
Joe

Thursday 2nd June

21 Sandpipers set off but Jim Gilfillan's buggy died on the 2nd.

Weather sunny and warm.

1st Alan Heywood 35Points  H/C 15 to 13

2nd Roger Cutts   33Points  H/C 19 to 18

Thanks to John Gibson and Trevor Wilson for reports. 

 

Tuesday 31st May

A big black cloud threatened to turn an otherwise sunny, breezy and warm(ish) day into another miserable day out. Fortunately it only resulted in a couple of holes of light drizzle which didn't affect Mike Mapleton who returned 40 points. Charles Woodhouse came second with 35 points including an eagle 2 on the 11th which unfortunately was preceded by his first ball going out of bounds, hence only a 4.
I can't attend on Thursday so would somebody please forward the day's result.

Thursday 26th May

Thursday 26th May.  13 start & 13 finish.
Winner  J. Tudor  41pts,  second R. Binny 37pts.
Conditions windy.

Tuesday 24th May update:  

23 start & 4 finish weather was s***, so T. Sowerby Trophy cancelled but Sandpipers Competition was won by Joe Holmes with 30 pts., second Joe Penrice with 28pts.

Cash paid out on both days so handicaps will be adjusted.

Thank you Joe Campbell for providing update information.

Tom Sowerby Trophy

I'm informed that two players completed the competition in atrocious conditions and Joe Holmes came out on top ahead of playing partner Joe Penrice.
Several views were expressed at the 19th hole regarding what should happen when so many people took shelter during the round (or did the sensible thing and walked in!).
From the R & A web site I've extracted the following snippets from the same rule:
Copyright acknowledged.
6-8 - Discontinuance of Play; Resumption of Play

Bad weather is not of itself a good reason for discontinuing play (except lightning). 
If the player discontinues play without specific permission from the Committee, he must report to the Committee as soon as practicable. If he does so and the Committee considers his reason satisfactory, there is no penalty. Otherwise, the player is disqualified.
As this was an official qualifying competition it was played under strict R & A rules.
No doubt this will be debated (disputed) over the coming months.
Those who disappeared without putting their pounds in the kitty are respectfully reminded that by teeing off they accept they must pay unless nobody completes the competition.

Thursday 19th May

23 Sandpipers played  with the following scores:
First: David Low 40 pts.
Second: Bob Saunders 37 pts.
Joe

John Todd Shield

Only three points difference in the top eight places in a qualifier competition played in blustery conditions.
Robin Binny came out on top with 39 points edging out Geoff Scott on count back.
Twenty eight played.
I won't be playing on Thursday so will somebody please forward the result.

Thursday 12th may

Twelve nutters turned up but the only winner was the weather. Suffice to say nobody finished and the bin on the 16th tee had two, maybe three exploded brollies in it.!

Brian

Please note some amendments to our Workington team sheet for the 23rd.

Seascale Result

Unfortunately the strong wind and threatening rain conspired against us and even our gifted captain of the day Roy Williams could only manage a half against arch enemy Bruno.
The result was 5 - 3 in favour of Seascale so we look forward to taking revenge at our home fixture later in the year.
I probably won't attend on Thursday so would someone please email me the day's result.

Away Match v Workington Team

MONDAY 23rd  MAY  2011

DRESS:  Smart Casual

9.30 - B. Taylor ( C ) / H. Wright
9.37 - J. Smith / B. Bower
9.44 - J. Dixon / J. Kennedy
9.51 - I.Hind / J. Campbell
10.05 - R. Williams / T. Neilly
10.12 - T. Davis / M. Mapleton
10.19 - J. Gibson / I. Porter
10.26 - T. Wilson / A. Proud
10.33 - W. Smith / G. Anderson
10.40 - L. Heyes / J. Tudor

Thursday 5th May

The recent dry weather seems to have produced a corresponding improvement in winning scores and today was no exception.
John Gibson racked up 43 points, 4 ahead of second placed Sandy Tonner and well ahead of the remaining twenty five entries.
Owing to an odd number turning up, the advertised 4BBB was abandoned in favour of our usual singles format.
As a final reminder, please make sure all those taking part in the Seascale match are aware of the amended earlier tee times, especially your playing partner.

Tuesday 3rd May

Thirty four of us contested the George Doughty competition with thirty two remembering to record their scores on the computer. When those in the lounge were asked to guess the names of those who didn't, 100% correctly named one of the culprits as Alan Proud which is why his 40 points claimed 2nd place and isn't shown on 'Howdidido.com'.
The opportunity to take cash off Bernard and Sandy inspired me to amass 42 points and win the trophy (again).

Thursday 28th April

Eighty six years young Bernard Keighley beat the other twenty four Sandpipers with 39 points today in blustery conditions. 38 points gave David McCrum second prize.
Please make sure that everyone playing in the Seascale match is aware that the original start time has been amended to 10.00am, half an hour earlier than originally posted on the notice board.

Tuesday 26th April

The pairing of Ian Porter and Trevor Wilson won today's John Cooper Trophy with a combined stableford score of 69 points. Joe Penrice and myself came second with one point less.

Seascale v Sandpipers Team

Tuesday 10th May
10-00 - R. Williams (C ) /  J. Tudor
10-07 - T. Davis /  G. Anderson
10-14 - B. Taylor /  J. Gilfillan
10-21- J. Gibson / R. Cutts
10-28 - T. Stubbs /  M. Mapleton
10.35 - J. Smith /  I. Porter
10.42 - D. Barnes /  J. Dixon
10.49 - J. Holmes /  B. Bower

RESERVES.
D. Wood, T. Neilly, H. Wright, J. Campbell, G. Waite

Thursday 21st April

Following on from Joe Penrice's excellent 43 points on Tuesday, Brian Taylor returned a gross 74 and a winning 41 points beating Richard Brogden on the back 3 countback. As they were all over 40 points these cards will go before the Club's handicap committee to see if any adjustment is required to their official handicaps.
Next Tuesday is the John Cooper Trophy.

Match v Workington

A convincing 6 - 4 win to carry forward towards regaining the Shanks ? Trophy when we meet the Beck Watchers on their home turf.
Premature Expectation
I'm informed that the charity donation is chosen by this year's champion, not the winner of the qualifier but hopefully it's only a minor setback.
Three of us are going to Turnberry on Tuesday so will someone please email the Sandpipers' competition result.

Championship Qualifier

The £2.00 entry fee for today's competition goes to the charity of the winner's choice so I'll have to give that some thought!
My 43 points won with Ian Porter second on 38 in blustery conditions. The top sixteen of today's 32 entries qualify for the knockout to be played over the summer.
Thursday is our home match against Workington.

Official Midweek Competition

A correction to the previous post - the 19th April is the start of the midweek competition.
The difficulty remains that if you wish to play in both the Sandpiper and Club competitions you will have to find someone prepared to mark two cards with possibly different handicaps.

Ellis Beattie Trophy

Captains Ann Proudlock and Trevor Wilson pulled out all the stops to provide a sunny afternoon for the fourteen pairings.
Nobody would expect to come second with 49 points but Geoff Waite and partner Kay Brown lost on count back to Margaret Routledge and Willie Smith.
Only six had scores under 40 points.
Next Tuesday is our championship qualifier which coincides with the first club weekday competition.
There has been some discussion as to whether it's possible to play in both using one card.

Tuesday 5th April

The men in white coats would have had a field day today after someone said the sun would come out and fourteen others were daft enough to believe him.
The wind was bad enough, but rain set in about noon and got progressively worse.
Mike Mapleton wasn't deterred however and his 33 points won the cash.
David Low came second with a creditable 28.
The Ellis Beattie trophy with the ladies is on Thursday and some Sandpipers have booked an earlier tee time should you wish to join them.

Match v Workington Team

Home Match v Workington Thursday 14th April Jacket and Tie Requested 10.30 - B. Taylor  ( C ) /  I. Porter 10.37 - R. Williams /  H. Wright 10.44 - D. Wood /  B. Bower 10.51 - J. Gilfillan /  T. Neilly 10.58 - T. Stubbs /  J. Tudor 11.05 - T. Davis /  G. Anderson 11.12 - D. Barnes /  J. Smith 11.19 - T. Wilson /  J. Campbell 11-26 - W. Smith /  G. Waite 11-33 - J. Gibson /  M. Mapleton

Carlisle Match Result

We couldn't have wished for a better day to host our first match of the season and Captain Trevor Wilson together with playing partner Mike Mapleton got us off to a winning start against Carlisle's Captain (and former Sandpiper) Doug Welch.
Most of the rest of the team followed suit to record a 7 - 3 victory to carry forward to the return match at Carlisle.
Octavia and David supplied a super meal to finish of a very pleasant day.

Team v Carlisle

Tuesday 29th March

Jacket and Tie requested.

Time	Silloth	Away Team
10-30	T. Wilson (C )	D.Welch   ( C )
	M. Mapleton	J. Carrigan
10-37	D. Barnes	A. Kendall
	R. Cutts	K. Gilder
10-44	T. Davis	K. Waters
	J. Tudor	B. Hickie
10-51	J. Campbell	R. Tringham
	J.  Smith	M. Bulman
10-58	H. Wright	D. Bell
	J. Dixon	A. Rule
11.05	D. Wood	K. Bell
	G. Anderson	N. Ayre
11.12	T. Stubbs	D. Southwell
	G.S. Waite	S. Holt
11.19	B. Taylor	T. Doig
	J. Gilfillan	E. Potts
11-26	R. Williams	J. Barron
	B. Bower	A.E. Brown
11-33	I. Porter	I. Brierly
	J. Kennedy	M. Forsyth

Thursday 24th March

Shirt sleeves weather today and David Barnes made the most of his loan of Bernard's Yonex driver to win with 38 points. Harry Wright's 36 earned him second prize.
The majority of the remaining 23 scores were described as c**p.
Next Tuesday's team sheet is on our notice board and will be published here tomorrow.

Self Explanatory

Dave,
Would you mind publishing the following on our weblog as it didn’t seem to bother Terry, as it wouldn’t as he always goes out first.
For those Sandpipers that were not aware, for the second time in not too many weeks a rogue ball appeared in the chute. Today it meant that the last fourball became a three ball and consequently had to wait on virtually every shot for the full 18 holes.
Extra vigilance will be needed to see where this ball is coming from, or a different method of collecting the balls prior to the draw may be needed.
Somebody may think they are being clever, but I think they are being very childish.
Cheers
Trevor

Tuesday 22nd March

Today's Bogey competition wasn't played in the warmest or calmest conditions but David Low pegged away quietly to come in +3, beating Roy Williams on the back nine. This was eclipsed by Jeff Smith with an incredible +9 against the CSS of 69.
The team for next Tuesday's match against Carlisle is on the notice board and should be published here by the weekend.

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