Thursday 13th October

Fog depleted the field to seventeen today and although Steve Whitehead (12 - 11) is shown as the winner on the official printout he was relegated to runner up to Brian Taylor (15 - 12) when points were adjusted by Sandpiper handicaps. Two players got two shots back. I can't publish the result sheet until WHS indexes are updated tomorrow.

Brindley Salver Result

I'm informed that twelve pairs played today in reasonable conditions. 

Harry Wright and Terry Bunn won with 43 points (29 - 27 and 14 - 12 respectively)

Highlight of the day was Bob Finlinson's hole in one on the 6th. three players got 2 shots each back.

Unfortunately today's results couldn't be recorded on the usual sheet but an online version can be viewed from the link on the side of the blog.

Today's scheduled Texas Scramble will now take place next Tuesday 18th weather permitting.

Brindley Salver

As next Tuesday's forecast looks promising the A Brindley Salver greensomes will be played for commencing at 11.00am. Those not familiar with the format should arrive early for instruction. 

Handicap Adjustments

 Just for information, the scores recorded for general play yesterday have given an extra yellow tee one shot allowance to David Frith, John Parker and Vince Ross.

Thursday 6th October

Fourteen took place in today's inaugural trial for everyone to enter a general play score for handicap. Not the best conditions with a strong west wind  resulting in Clive Milburn and myself having the two winning 31 point scores. Lucky Clive beat me on the last 6.

It will be interesting when the updated WHS indexes come on line tomorrow to see the effect on the stroke allowances of those who played.

Another AGM decision intended to make our games more inclusive was to permit those who wish to, to play off the green tees for the full round. Designed for those who struggle with the carries the course has no par 5s and a slope index of 112.

Congratulations to Steve Whitehead on reaching another birthday and appreciation for his generosity in inviting everyone to help him celebrate the occasion.

AGM

Fairly well attended despite the poor weather, the main resolution passed was a trial period requiring everyone to register a general play handicap score via the computer every Thursday.

Brian thanked Willie for his committee service and welcomed Gilmour as his replacement. Subs remain at £5 and are now due.

Our most senior member Tommy Neilly was invited to present our trophies to the winners.

The Secretary's and Treasurer's reports will be incorporated on our web site in due course.

Tuesday 4th Competition

A bit late notice but in view of the poor weather forecast and the early start is has been decided to postpone the Brindley Salver to some later date.

The AGM will commence at 2.00pm.