Seniors both scores count December 10th 2020 report via Mike Healey

Pairs - Both Scores to Count. Having organised the competition, Mike Healey started on the first by nearly picking up my ball without putting out - talk about "seniors." He can only apologise to his partner for that and the rest of my round. The track was extremely sticky and our short game would have been sorely tested today. The weather held but there is more rain forecast. Six pairs scored over 50 points so once again countback was required. Result: First: Peter Bowen, Bob Jarvis 55 points £7.00 each Second: Peter Taylor, Damian Atkin 53 points £4.00 each Third: Tony Owens, Bill Kelleher 51 points (c/b) £3.00 each Fourth: Tom Blackshaw, Colin Brown 51 points (c/b) £2.00 each

Seniors Events December 2020

3 Clubs and a putter December 8th 2020. Report from Mike Healey

Three Clubs and a Putter Result It was a bit sticky underfoot and the buggies were not allowed today so numbers were affected. The weather held during our round, despite low temperatures but I fear there is more wet weather to come overnight and tomorrow. With any luck it should be dry on Thursday. There were quite a few of the 32 competition cards around the 23/24 points mark but not good enough...... and even the 25 pointers were split on countback (5 in all). There are six prizes in total and here are the winning results: First: Alan Barnsdale 30 points £9.00 Second: Reg Peacock 26 points (c/b) £7.00 Third: Mike Healey 26 points (c/b) £6.00 Fourth: Damian Atkin 25 points (c/b) £5.00 Fifth: Tony Jackson 25 points (c/b) £3.00 Sixth: Ernie Williams 25 points (c/b) £2.00

Seniors Medal December 3rd 2020

Results of Seniors December Medal Stableford over 13 holes DIVISION ONE 1. David Jones 30 points 2. Malcolm Williams 30 points 3. Alan Barnsdale 29 points DIVISION TWO 1. Stewart Poole 32 points 2. George Hughes 28 points 3. Steve Monk 27 points 2’s were scored on the 13th by David Jones

Mexican Scramble December 1st 2020 results from Mike Healey

My club selection for the last week or so has been between paint brush and roller - I can't wait for Thursday! Before the result - can I remind you that there is a senior Xmas collection box for the green staff in reception. Here is today's Scramble report and result: Mexican Scramble - The weather held today after lengthy spells of rain over the past two days. The fairways were soft but not glutinous and in contrast, the greens are holding well for this time of year. Most members seemed to remember the playing format of Mexican Scramble, although quite a few questions were asked at the start. The new WHS handicap system for scrambles was sent out with the draw but turned out to be somewhat confusing, so we reverted to the old 10% for four balls and 15% for three balls. Be warned - we have to grasp the nettle at some stage with handicaps. Today it was the turn of the four balls to return the better scores and there were three prizes in total: First: Stewart Poole, Alan Bottomley, Barry Evans, Bob Jarvis 41.2 points £4.00 each Second: Colin Evans, Peter Fraser, Alan Barnsdale, Les Williams 42.8 points £3.00 each Third: Mike Kalka, Harold Hughes, Dilly Jones, Liam Roddis 43.0 Points £1.00 each Well done to all who played and thanks again to Mike Hollings and Steve Monk for help in resolving cards and prizes. Medal on Thursday (with English bods back in town) - two more Kitty Comps next week.

Captains Newsletter November 2020

At last, light at the end of the Covid-19 tunnel, or more accurately three lights in form of vaccines. If, one or more, of these vaccines get approval and are distributed, there is hope for the golf season in 2021. All we have to do is get past the festive season. Let’s all hope it doesn’t end in lockdown 3.0 and tiers! It is good to see that the golf course has been busy since the end of Welsh lockdown 2.0. Unfortunately, English lockdown 2.0 has prevented members crossing the border to play. Many members on the English side of the border, including your Captain, are desperate to get back on the fairways, even if they are a bit soggy after a no golf for a month. I am looking forward to playing with my new WHS handicap for the first time. Hopefully, members are getting accustomed to the new handicapping system. We have a few more months to get fully familiar with the changes brought in by WHS before the season begins in 2021. Thanks to all those members who have supported and participated in the Stableford Autumn Series. Your Club Council are busy planning the club calendar for 2021. Keep your eyes open for entry sheets for the board competitions which should appear early in the new year. Also, your club council needs you! More specifically, we have a vacancy for an Honorary Club Secretary. Why not contact me and see what the role involves? Finally, a special mention must go to our senior section for their collective efforts on Poppy Day. Despite depleted numbers, a grand total of £392 was raised from the competition for the Royal British Legion. Please stay safe and enjoy your golf in December. Dave Palferman Captain 2020/1 dpalferman@gmail.com