Over the season I have reported on the progress of our very young Simon Team that has competed under the watchful eye Anthony Doyle. While we recognised this was very much a learning year we have been very impressed by the Team's commitment and progress.
The keen attitude of all the players is amply emphasised by Sam van Hulten who has been awarded the Roy Mitchell Salver for the best individual record in the competition - with 8 wins 1 half and a solitary loss. Sam also gained representative honours this year in the U19 team for Canterbury.
Given Sam's young age this all bodes well for the future. Congratualtions very well done!!
(Please note quite often Sam can be seen and around Shirley as he is assisting the Greens Staff on the Gateway Programme and over the summer vaction as one of the "causal" staff.)
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Finals Day.......................
This is the first of many exhortations to support the Club on Finals Day - 21 November 2010 at Waimairi Beach Golf Club 8.00am.
As previously indicated our Woodward Cup team finished second after the Round Robin and will play Waitikiri in the morning semi final. Our Blank team finished strongly to position third and will play the home team Waimairi in its semi.
Please put the date in your diary and commit to getting out in "red & black"!
As previously indicated our Woodward Cup team finished second after the Round Robin and will play Waitikiri in the morning semi final. Our Blank team finished strongly to position third and will play the home team Waimairi in its semi.
Please put the date in your diary and commit to getting out in "red & black"!
Thought For The Week......................
"If profanity had any influence on the flight of the ball, the game of golf would be played far better than it is!"
- Horace G. Hutchinson 1859 - 1932 English author and regarded as an authority in his time on golf and other sports. (Some things endure through the ages!! PS I am sure my golf ball has ears - Ed))
- Horace G. Hutchinson 1859 - 1932 English author and regarded as an authority in his time on golf and other sports. (Some things endure through the ages!! PS I am sure my golf ball has ears - Ed))
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
What's Happening Week of 1 November...........
Inevitably as we move towards the festive season one club event tumbles into another especially as we look to finalise events prior to the course renovation programme.
This weekend looms as another busy two days around Shirley. On Saturday we host the Norton Francis Cup and the Shirley Markers Cup where we invite the country clubs to play in a fourball par teams event - plus, minus, half - format with recognition to those how finish at the head of the field and at the tail.
We have arranged for a shotgun start at 12.30pm and the entry sheet listing the Clubs is in the pro shop. For those who do not wish to participate there will be a separate shotgun start for members at 8.00am.
On Sunday the Shirley Links Golf Shop Shootout final takes place starting with 19 teeing off at 10.00am. It is likely we will be out on the course for over six hours so if you want to watch the final few holes (which are relatively quick) arrive out about early to mid afternoon. The field has been posted (check the website) and a book will operate.
Note that Tony Park as the top qualifier is the only single figure handicapper who made the cut!! Overall the breakdown is 1 Senior, 10 Intermediates and 8 Juniors who will win is any ones guess!! I wonder if we should run a sweep as to who is most likely to go out at the first??
The weekend will see fewer 'lawyers' on the Shirley fairways as they depart for the annual Devils Own tournament in Methven we wish our members all the best for the weekend both golfing and socially.
In the interim good golfing and I will see you at Shirley if not before.
This weekend looms as another busy two days around Shirley. On Saturday we host the Norton Francis Cup and the Shirley Markers Cup where we invite the country clubs to play in a fourball par teams event - plus, minus, half - format with recognition to those how finish at the head of the field and at the tail.
We have arranged for a shotgun start at 12.30pm and the entry sheet listing the Clubs is in the pro shop. For those who do not wish to participate there will be a separate shotgun start for members at 8.00am.
On Sunday the Shirley Links Golf Shop Shootout final takes place starting with 19 teeing off at 10.00am. It is likely we will be out on the course for over six hours so if you want to watch the final few holes (which are relatively quick) arrive out about early to mid afternoon. The field has been posted (check the website) and a book will operate.
Note that Tony Park as the top qualifier is the only single figure handicapper who made the cut!! Overall the breakdown is 1 Senior, 10 Intermediates and 8 Juniors who will win is any ones guess!! I wonder if we should run a sweep as to who is most likely to go out at the first??
The weekend will see fewer 'lawyers' on the Shirley fairways as they depart for the annual Devils Own tournament in Methven we wish our members all the best for the weekend both golfing and socially.
In the interim good golfing and I will see you at Shirley if not before.
It's That Time of Year...........
Yes it is "that time of year" again! On Monday 8 & Tuesday 9 November the course will be closed as Mark Lawson and the greens staff core and sand the greens. It is anticipated that all the work will be completed in the two days and hopefully we will mirror the quick recovery that took place during the 2009 programme.
In addition the Club will be proceeding with the renovation of the final 6 fairways - 1, 2, 4, 12, 17 & 18 - on the following Monday namely 15 November. Given that the first two holes to be completed are 1 & 18 rather than move to a progressively reduced course we will make the transition directly to nine holes.
The holes in playing order are 16, 13, 11, 5, 6, 7, 10, 14, & 15. You will note that this gives us a balance of two par three's and five's with an overall par of 36. The course will be rated for handicap purposes and we are currently clarifying tee positions but it is likely we will use two different sets and given the holes involved potentially this will provide a different aspect on the second time around. More information will follow in due course.
We recognise that these tasks,while being completed, do create a level of inconvenience for members we would ask that where possible you continue to support JB & Ant in the pro shop and Andrew & Amanda in the Clubhouse by continuing to play at Shirley whenever possible.
In addition the Club will be proceeding with the renovation of the final 6 fairways - 1, 2, 4, 12, 17 & 18 - on the following Monday namely 15 November. Given that the first two holes to be completed are 1 & 18 rather than move to a progressively reduced course we will make the transition directly to nine holes.
The holes in playing order are 16, 13, 11, 5, 6, 7, 10, 14, & 15. You will note that this gives us a balance of two par three's and five's with an overall par of 36. The course will be rated for handicap purposes and we are currently clarifying tee positions but it is likely we will use two different sets and given the holes involved potentially this will provide a different aspect on the second time around. More information will follow in due course.
We recognise that these tasks,while being completed, do create a level of inconvenience for members we would ask that where possible you continue to support JB & Ant in the pro shop and Andrew & Amanda in the Clubhouse by continuing to play at Shirley whenever possible.
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Under The Radar.................
Over the past week there have been a couple of events that have further added to the illustrious golfing credentials of John "JB" Sanders.
Firstly JB has been selected in the New Zealand Masters Team for the Asia/Pacific competition to be held in Thailand towards the end of November. New Zealand are the defending Champions and JB was a part of that winning combination, I am sure that they will once again do the business and emerge as victors.
On a Club front when JB lined up against Waitikiri on Sunday at Russley it was his 100th appearance as a Christchurch Woodward Cup Player. This is a significant achievement in terms of Club participation and his name will be added to the "Honours Board" recording such relatively rare feats. What is also significant is that breath of time encompassing the matches played, undoubtedly had he not travelled with the National Bank so much in his career this peak would have been surmounted much earlier.
Whatever the reason JB thanks for all your efforts on behalf of the Club, I know that both now and in the past your dedication and commitment has been much appreciated!
Firstly JB has been selected in the New Zealand Masters Team for the Asia/Pacific competition to be held in Thailand towards the end of November. New Zealand are the defending Champions and JB was a part of that winning combination, I am sure that they will once again do the business and emerge as victors.
On a Club front when JB lined up against Waitikiri on Sunday at Russley it was his 100th appearance as a Christchurch Woodward Cup Player. This is a significant achievement in terms of Club participation and his name will be added to the "Honours Board" recording such relatively rare feats. What is also significant is that breath of time encompassing the matches played, undoubtedly had he not travelled with the National Bank so much in his career this peak would have been surmounted much earlier.
Whatever the reason JB thanks for all your efforts on behalf of the Club, I know that both now and in the past your dedication and commitment has been much appreciated!
More On Gareth..............
In light of a number of requests for more information about Gareth's fund raising efforts by entering the square circle I attach the following information.
Fight for Youth Charity Boxing Night, Cowles Stadium Friday 26 November 2010 more details as to ticketing and the event view www.fightforyouth.co.nz . For information on Gareth's charity (180 Degrees Trust) please visit www.180dgrees.org.nz . Donations for the charity may be made to Gareth in person at the pro shop or via www.givealittle.co.nz/cause/garethsanders .
I am sure I reflect the views of all the members in wishing Gareth all the best for participating in this event and supporting such a worthwhile cause.
Fight for Youth Charity Boxing Night, Cowles Stadium Friday 26 November 2010 more details as to ticketing and the event view www.fightforyouth.co.nz . For information on Gareth's charity (180 Degrees Trust) please visit www.180dgrees.org.nz . Donations for the charity may be made to Gareth in person at the pro shop or via www.givealittle.co.nz/cause/garethsanders .
I am sure I reflect the views of all the members in wishing Gareth all the best for participating in this event and supporting such a worthwhile cause.
Hill Skinner Cup................
The Hill Skinner Cup provides married couples the opportunity to play a round together, with the requirement of only one member, while in the company of others. I am never sure if this activity promotes or enhances marital relations or has a derisory effect, but a reasonably full field exhibited obviously keen to put their skills on show in fourball play.
Raising to the occasion Rod & Rose O'Brien came first, if only by countback, on a score of +7 from Kwan Je Cho & Hwa Ja Cho-Shin. In a head to head match up 3 couples finished simultaneously with a measured +5, uncoupling the tie was another countback so satisfying the final positions going down were Barry & Julie O'Neill, Richard & Anne Peate and Murray & Lorraine Smith.
The "Other Pairings" competition was completed by Duck Kim & Mihee Woo with an equally impressive +7, in light of legal advice the prize for hidden pairings was not awarded. On what was clearly a hard day there was only one two holed and that was entered by Murray Smith. Nearest the hole for two strokes on 18 green for Men was David Youn and for three for Women was Mihee Woo.
The Mixed Season now reaches its climax with Closing Day scheduled for Saturday 27 November 2010. The competition of the day will be a Mixed Foursome Stableford and the event is kindly sponsored by Macquarie Private Wealth represented at the Club by Simon Gilroy. Accordingly enter this date as a must attend before that orgy - of extravagance, Christmas .
Raising to the occasion Rod & Rose O'Brien came first, if only by countback, on a score of +7 from Kwan Je Cho & Hwa Ja Cho-Shin. In a head to head match up 3 couples finished simultaneously with a measured +5, uncoupling the tie was another countback so satisfying the final positions going down were Barry & Julie O'Neill, Richard & Anne Peate and Murray & Lorraine Smith.
The "Other Pairings" competition was completed by Duck Kim & Mihee Woo with an equally impressive +7, in light of legal advice the prize for hidden pairings was not awarded. On what was clearly a hard day there was only one two holed and that was entered by Murray Smith. Nearest the hole for two strokes on 18 green for Men was David Youn and for three for Women was Mihee Woo.
The Mixed Season now reaches its climax with Closing Day scheduled for Saturday 27 November 2010. The competition of the day will be a Mixed Foursome Stableford and the event is kindly sponsored by Macquarie Private Wealth represented at the Club by Simon Gilroy. Accordingly enter this date as a must attend before that orgy - of extravagance, Christmas .
The Week That Was.............
A big thank-you to our sponsor for the weekend Bryan Andrews of Bryan Andrews Auctioneers who turned on a wonderful event with a separate prize table for the Morning and Afternoon fields as well as food after the round. In addition a substantial amount of money was raised for a new course mower - for grooming the green surrounds - which will be of great assistance to the greens staff particularly in respect of the holes being renovated this year.
Competition of the Day was the Arthur Donnelly Salver a Pairs Aggregate Stableford. For those of us who have toyed with the fantasy of playing in the Shirley Open it was an opportunity to pit our skills against a layout not too dissimilar to the final day playing from the Blue Tees, increasing the level of difficulty was a very strong north-easterly that took its toll on most participants morning and afternoon. The overall stableford average for the day was 26 points!!! Moral of the story - don't give up your day job as Ant only makes it look easy!!
The winner of the Salver with a score of 63 points was the pairing of Richard Blunt and Tony Park - afternoon players. Running in conjunction with the Salver was the Joe Whitaker Memorial Putting Trophy and this was won by Richard Blunt. The trophy was one of the few items damaged in the earthquake and it is currently being repaired and will be presented to Richard on Closing Day.
The Morning winners were - Ian Dobson & Richard Peate (58), Rob Aitken & Joe Tiller (57) and John & Mark Sanders (54). There were 4 two's and nearest the pins were Milson Thevenard, Martin Toon (on a lucky card draw), & Mark Thompson.
The Afternoon winners were - Richard Blunt & Tony Park, Kerry Haycock & Peter McDougall (62) and Ben Frampton & Mitchell Vincent (57). There were 4 two's and closest to the pins were Charles Whitwham (quite what Charles will do with a bottle of Pinot Noir is a matter of speculation), Peter McDougall, & Bryan Graham. Nearest the pin for two sponsored by Linden Leaves was won by Andrew Topp.
Competition of the Day was the Arthur Donnelly Salver a Pairs Aggregate Stableford. For those of us who have toyed with the fantasy of playing in the Shirley Open it was an opportunity to pit our skills against a layout not too dissimilar to the final day playing from the Blue Tees, increasing the level of difficulty was a very strong north-easterly that took its toll on most participants morning and afternoon. The overall stableford average for the day was 26 points!!! Moral of the story - don't give up your day job as Ant only makes it look easy!!
The winner of the Salver with a score of 63 points was the pairing of Richard Blunt and Tony Park - afternoon players. Running in conjunction with the Salver was the Joe Whitaker Memorial Putting Trophy and this was won by Richard Blunt. The trophy was one of the few items damaged in the earthquake and it is currently being repaired and will be presented to Richard on Closing Day.
The Morning winners were - Ian Dobson & Richard Peate (58), Rob Aitken & Joe Tiller (57) and John & Mark Sanders (54). There were 4 two's and nearest the pins were Milson Thevenard, Martin Toon (on a lucky card draw), & Mark Thompson.
The Afternoon winners were - Richard Blunt & Tony Park, Kerry Haycock & Peter McDougall (62) and Ben Frampton & Mitchell Vincent (57). There were 4 two's and closest to the pins were Charles Whitwham (quite what Charles will do with a bottle of Pinot Noir is a matter of speculation), Peter McDougall, & Bryan Graham. Nearest the pin for two sponsored by Linden Leaves was won by Andrew Topp.
Inter Club Round Up..............
Woodward Cup
The final day of round robin play was held at Russley on Sunday with only one round scheduled. There was interest focused on both ends of the table as one semi spot remained available to three possible teams and the "wooden spoon" could be visited on one of four clubs.
Our position, for finals day, was secure in that despite the outcome of playing Waitkiri we would meet them in the semis regardless. Both teams had a couple of players out but we were keen to establish a mental edge and were well rewarded with a 4 to 2 victory. Wins were posted by Jordan Bakermans at 1, Nathan Gilbert at 4, & Karl Kitchingham at 8 while Brad Clark (3) and JB Sanders (7) squared their matches.
In the race for the top spot Kaiapoi emerged as the last contender standing and will play Russley in the other semi. At the bottom Windsor will now play in the promotion relegation match in mid December. Given the competition is increased by a further team next year it is to be hoped their status will be preserved.
Blank Cup
Playing Waitikiri at home the Blank Team made no race of the match and stormed to a 7.5 to .5 win. I understand questions are being asked of Simon Yorke whose half saved manager Garry Forward from another shout.
The Blank Team is now also through to "finals day" finishing third behind Russley and Waimairi Beach. In the 2/3 semi we will play Waimariri on their home course which will be no easy task but given the performance of the team over the past two matches it is highly likely they will be in a position to reverse the outcome of the round robin competition.
Presidents
Unfortunately Presidents slow start to the season has continued on the road to Waimairi Beach where they fell to a 6/2 loss. Congratulations to Captain Dennis Doherty and Mark Sanders who posted wins to at least get us on the scoreboard.
I am sure that elusive first win, which will ignite the mid season run, is just around the corner notwithstanding matters become slightly delayed with the course renovations adversely effecting home matches.
Over 50's
It is a bit of a country circuit for the over 50's as following on from Burnham last round this week they travelled to Amberly Beach for the second round. The three counting scores belonged to Tony Park, Andrew Gillespie, and Rod Hayes. After completion of two rounds we lead the Gross competition by 5 shots from Waitikiri and are third in the Nett section.
The final day of round robin play was held at Russley on Sunday with only one round scheduled. There was interest focused on both ends of the table as one semi spot remained available to three possible teams and the "wooden spoon" could be visited on one of four clubs.
Our position, for finals day, was secure in that despite the outcome of playing Waitkiri we would meet them in the semis regardless. Both teams had a couple of players out but we were keen to establish a mental edge and were well rewarded with a 4 to 2 victory. Wins were posted by Jordan Bakermans at 1, Nathan Gilbert at 4, & Karl Kitchingham at 8 while Brad Clark (3) and JB Sanders (7) squared their matches.
In the race for the top spot Kaiapoi emerged as the last contender standing and will play Russley in the other semi. At the bottom Windsor will now play in the promotion relegation match in mid December. Given the competition is increased by a further team next year it is to be hoped their status will be preserved.
Blank Cup
Playing Waitikiri at home the Blank Team made no race of the match and stormed to a 7.5 to .5 win. I understand questions are being asked of Simon Yorke whose half saved manager Garry Forward from another shout.
The Blank Team is now also through to "finals day" finishing third behind Russley and Waimairi Beach. In the 2/3 semi we will play Waimariri on their home course which will be no easy task but given the performance of the team over the past two matches it is highly likely they will be in a position to reverse the outcome of the round robin competition.
Presidents
Unfortunately Presidents slow start to the season has continued on the road to Waimairi Beach where they fell to a 6/2 loss. Congratulations to Captain Dennis Doherty and Mark Sanders who posted wins to at least get us on the scoreboard.
I am sure that elusive first win, which will ignite the mid season run, is just around the corner notwithstanding matters become slightly delayed with the course renovations adversely effecting home matches.
Over 50's
It is a bit of a country circuit for the over 50's as following on from Burnham last round this week they travelled to Amberly Beach for the second round. The three counting scores belonged to Tony Park, Andrew Gillespie, and Rod Hayes. After completion of two rounds we lead the Gross competition by 5 shots from Waitikiri and are third in the Nett section.
Thought For The Week............
"The ardent golfer would play Mount Everest if somebody would put a flag stick on top." - Pete Dye. golf course architect.
Thursday, October 28, 2010
What's Happening Week of 26 October......................
This Saturday is sponsored by Bryan Andrews Auctioneers with match of the day being a Pairs Aggregate Stableford for the Arthur Donnelly Salver. To make matters slightly more interesting we will be playing the Alternative Course from the Blue Tees - a chance to show you too could have played in the Shirley Open.
The field will be organised into two shotgun starts the first at 8.00am and the second at 12.30pm. Bryan Andrews has generously decided that each field will compete for its own prize table to ensure the competition is even across the differing conditions. There will be an entry fee for the day as we seek to raise monies for a new mower - more to be disclosed on the day!!
In addition the Blank Cup team will be playing its final round robin match from the first tee. This promises to be a wonderful fun-filled day so get your name down on the start sheet if you have not already done so!
Sunday sees the playing of the monthly Mixed match for the Hill Skinner Cup - a four-ball par for Husbands and Wives - please note that only one member of the pairing need be a member of the Club. We will also be running a grade for other pairings so that no one is excluded from the day. Please note the entry fee is $25 and includes a meal at the conclusion of the round.
For the first time this year it seems I will be at the match as the Woodward Team plays its final round robin match at Russley against Waitikiri. In the interim good golfing and I will see you at Shirley if not before.
The field will be organised into two shotgun starts the first at 8.00am and the second at 12.30pm. Bryan Andrews has generously decided that each field will compete for its own prize table to ensure the competition is even across the differing conditions. There will be an entry fee for the day as we seek to raise monies for a new mower - more to be disclosed on the day!!
In addition the Blank Cup team will be playing its final round robin match from the first tee. This promises to be a wonderful fun-filled day so get your name down on the start sheet if you have not already done so!
Sunday sees the playing of the monthly Mixed match for the Hill Skinner Cup - a four-ball par for Husbands and Wives - please note that only one member of the pairing need be a member of the Club. We will also be running a grade for other pairings so that no one is excluded from the day. Please note the entry fee is $25 and includes a meal at the conclusion of the round.
For the first time this year it seems I will be at the match as the Woodward Team plays its final round robin match at Russley against Waitikiri. In the interim good golfing and I will see you at Shirley if not before.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
The Shirley Open.......................
What a great weekend for the Christchurch Golf Club in all respects; the course was magnificent, the organisation ran smoothly, the weather held, and the golf was spectacular!!
Congratulations to Anthony Doyle who secured back-to-back titles and demolished the rest of the field by 11 shots posting a four round total of -14 including a course record of 63 in the second round (29 on the back 9!!). Anthony showed himself to be the complete professional with his solid exhibition of ball striking and short game but also with his demeanour on and around the course. As a Club we can be truly proud of Anthony's achievements and to some extent we bask in his reflected glory - lets go for a three-peat!
In addition two of our amateur players were also to the fore. Jess Guenzerodt birdied two of the last three holes to record an 8 over three round total and get into a sudden death play-off with last years winner Emily Perry and Sylvie Williams from Waimairi. Unfortunately Jess could not extend the play-off past the first extra hole but her performance bodes well for the future.
Our Woodward Cup captain Tom Turner had a very steady tournament and amongst a strong field posted a +5 total to finish tied for 17th overall but well within the top ten Amateurs. Unfortunately a couple of untimely doubles cost him a much higher placing. However the experience will add to his skills as he once again seeks to make the Canterbury team for the Toro inter-provincial competition.
We could not run the Shirley Open without the support of Sponsors so a big thank you to all those who made this a success especially our naming sponsor United Fisheries and our associate sponsors Placemakers, The Carlton Bar & Restaurant and the Christchurch City Council. We recognise your contribution over what has been a very difficult time for business in the Canterbury region. We also acknowledge the support of all those members who supported the club and entered a team in the Pro Am. (Yes it was won by the United Fisheries No.1 team which included yours truly and Andre Kotzikas amongst others and recorded a best nett score of 56 a mere 16 under par!!)
We must also recognise the efforts made by the greens staff who toiled tirelessly to turn out the course in its best possible condition- smooth quick greens, manicured fairways and penal rough!! Well done to Mark Lawson and his team. To our back room staff well done, I doubt the Open would have proceeded had it not been Struan Cain as he left no stone unturned in securing contributions to the tournament.
Finally a big thank you to all the volunteers, not least of all the referees, who turned out over the four days, your efforts were much appreciated by the players and was the subject of very favourable comment. Our thanks to New Zealand Golf and the NZ PGA who ensured we had a seamless operation. We now draw breath for 12 months and look to do it all again.
Congratulations to Anthony Doyle who secured back-to-back titles and demolished the rest of the field by 11 shots posting a four round total of -14 including a course record of 63 in the second round (29 on the back 9!!). Anthony showed himself to be the complete professional with his solid exhibition of ball striking and short game but also with his demeanour on and around the course. As a Club we can be truly proud of Anthony's achievements and to some extent we bask in his reflected glory - lets go for a three-peat!
In addition two of our amateur players were also to the fore. Jess Guenzerodt birdied two of the last three holes to record an 8 over three round total and get into a sudden death play-off with last years winner Emily Perry and Sylvie Williams from Waimairi. Unfortunately Jess could not extend the play-off past the first extra hole but her performance bodes well for the future.
Our Woodward Cup captain Tom Turner had a very steady tournament and amongst a strong field posted a +5 total to finish tied for 17th overall but well within the top ten Amateurs. Unfortunately a couple of untimely doubles cost him a much higher placing. However the experience will add to his skills as he once again seeks to make the Canterbury team for the Toro inter-provincial competition.
We could not run the Shirley Open without the support of Sponsors so a big thank you to all those who made this a success especially our naming sponsor United Fisheries and our associate sponsors Placemakers, The Carlton Bar & Restaurant and the Christchurch City Council. We recognise your contribution over what has been a very difficult time for business in the Canterbury region. We also acknowledge the support of all those members who supported the club and entered a team in the Pro Am. (Yes it was won by the United Fisheries No.1 team which included yours truly and Andre Kotzikas amongst others and recorded a best nett score of 56 a mere 16 under par!!)
We must also recognise the efforts made by the greens staff who toiled tirelessly to turn out the course in its best possible condition- smooth quick greens, manicured fairways and penal rough!! Well done to Mark Lawson and his team. To our back room staff well done, I doubt the Open would have proceeded had it not been Struan Cain as he left no stone unturned in securing contributions to the tournament.
Finally a big thank you to all the volunteers, not least of all the referees, who turned out over the four days, your efforts were much appreciated by the players and was the subject of very favourable comment. Our thanks to New Zealand Golf and the NZ PGA who ensured we had a seamless operation. We now draw breath for 12 months and look to do it all again.
What's Happening With Gareth.................
The more observant of you will have noticed that Gareth Sanders, from the pro shop, is a mere shadow of his former self having shed a significant amount of weight.
Gareth has put his efforts to good use partaking in the "Fight For Youth" programme to assist in raising funds for organisations interested in promoting youth based charities. Gareth nominated the 180 Degree Trust as his benefactor and although the fight has now passed he would welcome any support by way of donation to this very worthwhile cause.
For further information please speak directly to Gareth.
Gareth has put his efforts to good use partaking in the "Fight For Youth" programme to assist in raising funds for organisations interested in promoting youth based charities. Gareth nominated the 180 Degree Trust as his benefactor and although the fight has now passed he would welcome any support by way of donation to this very worthwhile cause.
For further information please speak directly to Gareth.
Saturday 16 October ..........................
The Humphreys Cup is a four ball par competition and we looked for a close competition with the usual score of +8 or 9 being good enough for a win.
Well..... were we in for a surprise as two stellar rounds from Barry Fletcher & Tony McKeogh in tandem blew the field out of the water with a +14 earning them $35 each. In a respectable second with +10 were Lawrence Wong & Clifford Chan ($25 each) from Grahame Buist & Chris Richmond ($15 each) on +9. Following close behind, but no prize money, were on +8 by countback - Ron Williams & David Young, Richard Blunt & Peter Davey, and Tony Millar & David Youn.
The two's pool collected $320.00 and there were nine winners, including Bruce Cooper at 2, each receiving $35.55. An expanding jackpot climbed to $265 and was not struck. Nearest the pins were worth $45 and were paid to Brian Ronan on 3 and Dave Morrison on 11 while closest to the pin on 18 for two, sponsored by Linden Leaves, went to Gerard Osborn. Nett eagles had amassed $70 and was distributed to John Sinclair after hole 15 was drawn.
Well..... were we in for a surprise as two stellar rounds from Barry Fletcher & Tony McKeogh in tandem blew the field out of the water with a +14 earning them $35 each. In a respectable second with +10 were Lawrence Wong & Clifford Chan ($25 each) from Grahame Buist & Chris Richmond ($15 each) on +9. Following close behind, but no prize money, were on +8 by countback - Ron Williams & David Young, Richard Blunt & Peter Davey, and Tony Millar & David Youn.
The two's pool collected $320.00 and there were nine winners, including Bruce Cooper at 2, each receiving $35.55. An expanding jackpot climbed to $265 and was not struck. Nearest the pins were worth $45 and were paid to Brian Ronan on 3 and Dave Morrison on 11 while closest to the pin on 18 for two, sponsored by Linden Leaves, went to Gerard Osborn. Nett eagles had amassed $70 and was distributed to John Sinclair after hole 15 was drawn.
A Tip From Liz Douglas.............
As you will be aware club member Liz Douglas is a former Ladies Club Champion and a long time Canterbury and New Zealand representative who currently sits on the Board of New Zealand Golf. We were fortunate to have Liz at the Club on Sunday to present the prizes for the Women's section of the Shirley Open.
During the course of the afternoon Liz dropped the following tip and no it does not relate to golf but rather to the sponsor of the weekend United Fisheries! Liz's dog, an 11 year old Boarder Collie - Brandie, suffers from arthritis and she has found that treatment with Nutri-Zing a green lipped mussel based product produced by United Fisheries has provided substantial relief and allows for a fuller more active life.
For further information on Nuri-Zing check out the United Fisheries website - www.unitedfishereis.co.nz apparently it is effective for cats as well!
During the course of the afternoon Liz dropped the following tip and no it does not relate to golf but rather to the sponsor of the weekend United Fisheries! Liz's dog, an 11 year old Boarder Collie - Brandie, suffers from arthritis and she has found that treatment with Nutri-Zing a green lipped mussel based product produced by United Fisheries has provided substantial relief and allows for a fuller more active life.
For further information on Nuri-Zing check out the United Fisheries website - www.unitedfishereis.co.nz apparently it is effective for cats as well!
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Inter- Club Round Up..................
Woodward Cup
The trip to Coringa proved fruitful for the boys in that for the first time this season two wins were recorded albeit both by the narrowest of margins 3.5 to 2.5 with both matches going down to the wire on the last hole and the final putt.
In the morning we were drawn against newcomers Rangiora and wins were posted by Tom Turner at 1, Nathan Gilbert at 6 and Brad Clark mixed with a vital half by Jordan Bakermans who got out of the trees and then up and down from nowhere to half the hole and stay all square on the last.
In the afternoon we were pitted against an improving Clearwater side. We were again strong at the top of the order with Tom Turner and Jordan Bakermans getting us off to a healthy two up start and Nathan Gilbert was again victorious at 6 but then we seemed to falter in the middle order. The key match involved Andrew Caldwell who was in a battle that ebbed and flowed; having got back to square after 16 Andrew lost 17 to go one down. Playing the par 3 5th as the last in reply to the Clearwater player's short right tee shot Andrew went long left and when his opponent couldn't get up and down Andrew faced a 12 foot uphill right to left putt to par the hole and square the match giving us an overall win. Needless to say much, and to the relief of the assembled Christchurch team and supporters, he smacked it straight into the centre cup!
Overall this result had a huge effect on the competition. With one round to go we are now through to the finals in the "two/three semi" against Waitikiri notwithstanding we play them in the last round at Russley this Sunday in a match which although psychologically important is now of only academic interest. Well done so far but their is still the title to play for!
Simon Cup
Our Simon Cup team wound up their 2010 competition with a match against Waimairi Beach which despite their best efforts culminated in a close loss. The experience gained by the team over the season will prove to be invaluable in the years ahead and we look forward to success beginning in 2011.
Blank Cup
Our President's team made the short journey to Windsor for the third round of the competition but unfortunately the form of last season is yet to be reproduced! Good wins were recorded by Jim Paulsen, David Young and Shaun Xiong but the team fell 5/3 to a team that is highly competitive on their home track. Some of the home scores were a nett 64 and 2 nett 66's pretty good scoring even around Windsor.
The trip to Coringa proved fruitful for the boys in that for the first time this season two wins were recorded albeit both by the narrowest of margins 3.5 to 2.5 with both matches going down to the wire on the last hole and the final putt.
In the morning we were drawn against newcomers Rangiora and wins were posted by Tom Turner at 1, Nathan Gilbert at 6 and Brad Clark mixed with a vital half by Jordan Bakermans who got out of the trees and then up and down from nowhere to half the hole and stay all square on the last.
In the afternoon we were pitted against an improving Clearwater side. We were again strong at the top of the order with Tom Turner and Jordan Bakermans getting us off to a healthy two up start and Nathan Gilbert was again victorious at 6 but then we seemed to falter in the middle order. The key match involved Andrew Caldwell who was in a battle that ebbed and flowed; having got back to square after 16 Andrew lost 17 to go one down. Playing the par 3 5th as the last in reply to the Clearwater player's short right tee shot Andrew went long left and when his opponent couldn't get up and down Andrew faced a 12 foot uphill right to left putt to par the hole and square the match giving us an overall win. Needless to say much, and to the relief of the assembled Christchurch team and supporters, he smacked it straight into the centre cup!
Overall this result had a huge effect on the competition. With one round to go we are now through to the finals in the "two/three semi" against Waitikiri notwithstanding we play them in the last round at Russley this Sunday in a match which although psychologically important is now of only academic interest. Well done so far but their is still the title to play for!
Simon Cup
Our Simon Cup team wound up their 2010 competition with a match against Waimairi Beach which despite their best efforts culminated in a close loss. The experience gained by the team over the season will prove to be invaluable in the years ahead and we look forward to success beginning in 2011.
Blank Cup
Check on the website for Paul Dunn's report on the latest Blank Cup victory 8 zip away at Windsor. While a finals day position is on the cards a good result against Waitikiri at Shirley on Saturday is required to put the icing on the cake.
President'sOur President's team made the short journey to Windsor for the third round of the competition but unfortunately the form of last season is yet to be reproduced! Good wins were recorded by Jim Paulsen, David Young and Shaun Xiong but the team fell 5/3 to a team that is highly competitive on their home track. Some of the home scores were a nett 64 and 2 nett 66's pretty good scoring even around Windsor.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Apology..............
Generally I try to ensure the Blog accurately reflects the happenings in and around the Golf Club but unfortunately occasionally I get it wrong - let me know and I will rectify the situation asap.
Last week I recorded Peter Sim's win in the Tuson Cup was his first individual win in four years; this in fact is incorrect - his win over Tim Wilton was the first in four matches against Tim the three losses having been away at Royal Wellington once in singles and twice in foursomes.
Peter assures we that when at "home" at Shirley he is unbeaten in both foursomes and singles - apologies for impugning your form (Ed.)!!
Last week I recorded Peter Sim's win in the Tuson Cup was his first individual win in four years; this in fact is incorrect - his win over Tim Wilton was the first in four matches against Tim the three losses having been away at Royal Wellington once in singles and twice in foursomes.
Peter assures we that when at "home" at Shirley he is unbeaten in both foursomes and singles - apologies for impugning your form (Ed.)!!
Monday, October 11, 2010
What's Happening Week of 11 October........
We are in a busy period of usage for the course with the PARNZ Mainland Masters for 3 days this week and the Shirley Open next week, your patience with us over this time would be greatly appreciated as we strive to satisfy all needs and interests and present Shirley in its best pristine condition.
On Saturday the talking finishes and the scores count as we move to the last round of The Shirley Links Shootout. The current qualifying score is 78 so work out what you need and go and get it as there are no tomorrow's at this stage of the competition. The final is scheduled for Sunday 7 November so if you are the running diary it ahead now!! Saturday also doubles as the Humphrey's Cup a Four-ball Par match although I suspect for a number of people this will be of only secondary importance.
For those with an eye for the dollars please note that the 2's jackpot is continuing to grow and will pass $200 this weekend, nett eagles will be a new pot. A number of other club events reach their zenith this weekend the least of which is not the Top Dog final. Can the Cain/Gloury combination prevail or will the pairing of Maguire/Keen prove too strong. I am not sure that at even this late stage the TAB can separate them for the purposes of odds, the only given is that "red red wine " will be the winner on the night. Good luck to both teams!
Two of our inter club teams have critical matches this weekend as on Saturday the Blank boys visit Windsor in a must win and Woodward travels to Coringa (see below). The Board meets this week so look for the President's report on the website later in the week.
In the interim good golfing and I will see you at Shirley if not before.
On Saturday the talking finishes and the scores count as we move to the last round of The Shirley Links Shootout. The current qualifying score is 78 so work out what you need and go and get it as there are no tomorrow's at this stage of the competition. The final is scheduled for Sunday 7 November so if you are the running diary it ahead now!! Saturday also doubles as the Humphrey's Cup a Four-ball Par match although I suspect for a number of people this will be of only secondary importance.
For those with an eye for the dollars please note that the 2's jackpot is continuing to grow and will pass $200 this weekend, nett eagles will be a new pot. A number of other club events reach their zenith this weekend the least of which is not the Top Dog final. Can the Cain/Gloury combination prevail or will the pairing of Maguire/Keen prove too strong. I am not sure that at even this late stage the TAB can separate them for the purposes of odds, the only given is that "red red wine " will be the winner on the night. Good luck to both teams!
Two of our inter club teams have critical matches this weekend as on Saturday the Blank boys visit Windsor in a must win and Woodward travels to Coringa (see below). The Board meets this week so look for the President's report on the website later in the week.
In the interim good golfing and I will see you at Shirley if not before.
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