Workington Match Result

Just to record for posterity the rescheduled match against Workington ended in a 6 - 2 win for the Sandpipers.

Sandpiper Handicapping System Ended

Our Secretary informs us that with immediate effect the Sandpiper handicapping system is ended. Only those entering scores in the computer will be eligible to win the sweep money. 12 entries and over will play for 1st and 2nd place, less than 12 winner takes all. Those who do not wish to enter scores are welcome to play without paying into the sweep. 

Tuesday 25th June

Twenty two played today but umfortunately Tony had to retire poorly. No wonder Peter Taylor was smiling with an exceptional 42 points that would have lost him six shots under our handicapping system. Owen Swift came second with 38. Just out of interest I'm maintaining the sheet although we've had to abandon years of tradition.

 Match v Workington Home 11.00am First Tee

Our re-arranged against Workington Thursday this week, please note later start, we only have the Sandpipers normal tee time slot for this match, there will be no tee times available for those members not playing in the match.

Team (so far):
11.00    David Frith (C), Howard Foster
11.08    Terry Bunn (???), Gordon Shaw
11.16    David Blain, John Parker
11.24    Gerry Fisher, Eddie Varah
11.32    Peter Taylor, Tony Davis
11.40    David Houldridge, Jon Derry
11.48    Joe Holmes, TBC
11.56   Roger Coy, Owen Swift

Reserves: Steve White

Unfortunately since publishing team last Thursday there have been 2 unavoidable withdrawals, and possibly another (???) very late notice withdrawal. The only reserve ( Steve ) is injured and only available if absolutely necessary. I'm sure I've sent this out before, the team needs a couple more players please, let me know if you're available as soon as possible.

 Match v Brampton Away Result

Belated report and very short, 6.5 to 1.5 loss - first of the season. I understand there were some close matches but on a course very different to our own home advantage makes a huge difference. However, a chance to put things right, our re-arranged match against Workington this week at home - Thursday.

Thursday 20th June

Eighteen. played today.  Brian Taylor won with 38 points and Dave Atherton second with 33.

Anderson Five Clubs Result

Well done Dave Atherton winning with 36 points, David Blain one point behind in second place. Twenty three played in ideal sunny conditions. The Sandpiper handicap system (designed over many years to limit serial winners) has been called into question with the WHS system recommended to be followed on every occasion. 

 Match v Powfoot

What a result ! 8 - 0 great win Team Sandpipers, not lost a match so far this season. Weather was much better than forecast, that's Silloth. Special thanks to those members who stepped in to ensure we had a team, particularly David Low, Roger Coy, Joe Holmes and Vince. Brampton away this Wednesday, picturesque course and very different to Silloth, so tough test awaits the team. Best of luck.

Tuesday sees our next competition - Tommy Anderson 5 Club - stableford. Choose those clubs wisely! This format has produced some excellent results in the past. Enjoy.

Team v Brampton, Wednesday 19th June

09.30 Brian Taylor(C) Steve Whitehead
09.40 Colin Campbell, David Frit
09.50 Gilmour McKellar, Jon Derry
10.00 Terry Bunn, David Blain
10.10 Gordon Shaw, Jim Johnson
10.20 Dave Atherton, Tim Herbert
10.30 Vince Ross, Tom Borthwick
10.40 Howard Foster, Eddie Varah
Reserve: John Parker

Please note tee times, arrive in good time to meet your opponents please.

Let Brian or Gilmour know of any handicap changes. Thank you.

Let me know ASAP of any withdrawals.

Walters Cup - Greensome

A successful Greensome, in pleasant conditions, was organised by Clark Black in which 22 took part. Not only did Clark stand down and play as a marker for a two ball, but he organised a nearest the pin at the 9th with a sleeve of balls as the prize. We thank Clark for his contribution today. Steve Whitehead won nearest the pin and a pairing of Bob Finlinson and David Frith won the competition with 44 points which was 4 points more than the nearest in the pack. ( they both lose 2 shots) 

 Home Match v Brampton 6th June

and other things!

Very good result against a strong Brampton team and in somewhat poor weather conditions, 4 all draw, well done guys not lost a match so far 🙌🙌.

Looking forward:

Next Tuesday 11th June, The Walters Cup, Greensome format or as they say "don't say sorry format!". Always a good competition with interesting results. Just remember some of those great Ryder Cup games.

Next Thursday, 13th June, home match against Powfoot GC. Proving to be a wee bit of a problem selection wise. Fortunately, big Joe Holmes stepped in to cover a previous withdrawal, however, yesterday further 2 players have withdrawn, Grant (injury) and Jim Johnson (other commitments), now 2 players short and with no reserves not looking good! Anyone available please let me know ASAP 🏌️‍♂️🏌️🏌️‍♂️, 3 or 4 players would be great👉YOUR TEAM NEEDS YOU👈

John Norton Trophy Result

Constant wind in mid 20's with gusts over 30 mph did not put 16 hardy souls off competing for the John Norton Trophy. Neither did the very sharp showers that blew from the north west. The conditions were not conducive to great golf but the man who now has his name on the trophy for 2024 is Brian Taylor with a stronger back nine (wind assisted 21 points)  giving him a total of 34 points (Sandpiper -2 to 10).  A not so close second, with 31 points, was Terry Bunn. ( Sandpiper -1 to 12 ). 

Rearranged Match v Workington GC Home, Thursday 27th June 2024

Team entry sheet will be on Noticeboard tomorrow 4th June, please note first tee 11.00am.