GOLF REPORT FROM SENIORS JANUARY 24TH 2024 VIA MIKE HEALEY

Report First: There were only 9 takers for putting this morning. There are only so many putting sessions a golfer can take before it becomes somewhat repetitive, unless one is avoiding shopping or decorating (or both). Whatever the reason this morning, we endeavoured with our usual circuit, which was admirably won by Richard Collier, closely followed by Mick Carnell - both took prizes. The long putt was bagged by Tom McGrady, who won his stake back and there was a bonus prize for Peter Taylor, who was inadvertently missed out of the qualifier. The final prize, was for yet another group invention, which we dubbed dog-leg putting. A track was laid, all had practice putts and the final play-off was won by Stuart Miles. The timely breakfast baps appeared along with another 5 coffee - seeking seniors, adding to the group for calendar discussion. Another pleasant morning. Admin: Following this morning's putting session, thoughts are heading towards our February calendar. The New Year rain is adding to the late Autumn deluge and we appear to be stuck in a monsoon season. I am neither hopeful for Thursday, nor either of the two days next week, given the forecast. With a lot of competitions to fit in and current course condition, there still has to be some dates in place. Looking forward the February dates, the group this morning discussed bringing at least one Winter League round forward and following up the date for the February medal with Don, this is the first part of the plan: Thursday 25th - Winter League - Round 2 (If course closed - move to Tuesday 30th) Tuesday 30th - Pairs Betterball (Winter League - Round 2) Thursday 1st Feb - Winter League - Round 2/3 (February Stableford Medal re-scheduled for Thursday 15th Feb.) The draw has not been made for the Feb. medal yet, so if you are already signed up, you remain on the list. Obviously, you will need to withdraw if the 15th Feb. is not suitable and similarly - sign up if you wish to be added! The full February calendar will follow after Thursday's report. "Flexibility" is the name of the game