From Manager and Staff Reporter Dennis Doherty.
For sometime Presidents have been knocking on the door to score points on the road. Good efforts at both Templeton and Clearwater in the last 2 matches put us close but we have just fallen at the final hurdle. But on Sunday – the team went the full hog a secured a magnificent win at Harewood - 5/3
It took a while for the results to come in as a lot of matches went the whole 18. At 3 & 4 Bill Abrams & I wrapped our games up early - Bill admirably keeping his cool on the 12th when a shanked drive went over the trees into the fairway bunker on an adjacent hole, a bad bunker shot - then he hit a tree - after 3 shots - he really had not advanced too far - But this 12th hole was a turning point - somehow Bill recovered for a 6 & his opponent managed to manufacture a 7. Bill won 4/3 while I won 7/6 - for a change I played some good golf but my opponent didn’t. Bill & I retired to watch the NZ Open in the clubhouse.
It was some time before John MacVicar & Geoff Brodie arrived on the 18th green. John unfortunately after a very close tussle went down 2/1 - I went out to the 18th to see Geoff Brodie lining up a good 4 metre putt (it may have been more) from all angles - from ground level to eye level - this was obviously a very important putt - after lots of precise practise swings - eventually the putter made very good contact with the ball which to the chagrin of Geoff's opponent disappeared down the hole - a very well secured half. Marcus Annan - appeared from I know not where - but eventually we got the truth out of him - a very good strong 6/5 win at the top of the order.
Next were Lindsay Buxton & Jeff Gray - it was difficult to tell the state of the games - but Lindsay confessed to a wobbly few holes, 14-16, which had cost him his match 2/1. Jeff had a 3 metre putt - which was taken quickly & again the ball disappeared down the hole, another half secured, much again to his opponents frustration as it was the only putt Jeff had sunk all day. (A thought for Jeff please for a speedy recovery of his wife who is on hospital recovering from an operation).
Now we had 4 points in & couldn't lose - with Chris Brocket still to come - We were a little concerned at Chris's approach to 18 - but all was well - his match secured with a 2/1 win at the 17th. A very welcome & magnificent away win 5/3. Well done team.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Thursday, January 28, 2010
The Week That Was..........
Blessed with one of the only true days of summer, so far, Saturday was simply spectacular for opening day although the wind was as always slightly tricky. It was with some relief and great pleasure that we reverted to the full 18 holes with the new fairways in play.
Sponsored by Lion Breweries Match of the Day was a teams event best ball nett for the BB Wood Memorial Trophy. With good conditions and the greens running well a good score was always on the cards. The field was slightly depleted with the NZ Open drawing away a few regular Saturday golfers however the standard of play remained undiminished.
With a fine nett 55 the winners were the team of David Clark, Ian Currie, Allan Masters and Bentley Seeto just ahead of Neill Bradley, Gerry Burgess, Gary Hooper, & John MacVicar on 56 by countback from last years winners Grant Borrie, Peter Davey, Richard Pearse & Martin Toon. However round of the day and perhaps the year was recorded by new dad Peter MacDougall who shot a 66 off the stick with a hole in one on the 7th (a running 5 iron). Well done Peter and thanks for the shout it was much appreciated. Obviously the late night golf watching with the baby is only improving your game.
The twos pool opened at $200 and there were 15 winners $13.35 each - the jackpot was not struck. Nearest the pins were worth $35 won by Lawrence Wong (3) and Tony McKeogh (11 - but no 2). The jackpot was not struck and $100 carries forward. Nett eagles also opened with a pool of $100 but 6 was drawn and no one qualified for the payout so it too carries forward.
This year David Blair from Linden Leaves has agreed to sponsor nearest the pin for two on 18 - thank you David for your continued support. This week,s winner was Bryan Graham who almost put it in the hole. The buffet format of $5 in for food after the round worked exceptionally well and will be considered later in the year when we have more shotgun starts!
Finally congratulations to Tom Turner who on Sunday 24 January won the Waitikiri Open in a playoff. Tom is a former Club Champion, current Woodward captain & number one as well as a Canterbury representative at the Torro Inter-provincials. Tom's golf has soared in the last twelve months a just reward for all his hard work and dedication - well done Tom and all the best for 2010!!
Sponsored by Lion Breweries Match of the Day was a teams event best ball nett for the BB Wood Memorial Trophy. With good conditions and the greens running well a good score was always on the cards. The field was slightly depleted with the NZ Open drawing away a few regular Saturday golfers however the standard of play remained undiminished.
With a fine nett 55 the winners were the team of David Clark, Ian Currie, Allan Masters and Bentley Seeto just ahead of Neill Bradley, Gerry Burgess, Gary Hooper, & John MacVicar on 56 by countback from last years winners Grant Borrie, Peter Davey, Richard Pearse & Martin Toon. However round of the day and perhaps the year was recorded by new dad Peter MacDougall who shot a 66 off the stick with a hole in one on the 7th (a running 5 iron). Well done Peter and thanks for the shout it was much appreciated. Obviously the late night golf watching with the baby is only improving your game.
The twos pool opened at $200 and there were 15 winners $13.35 each - the jackpot was not struck. Nearest the pins were worth $35 won by Lawrence Wong (3) and Tony McKeogh (11 - but no 2). The jackpot was not struck and $100 carries forward. Nett eagles also opened with a pool of $100 but 6 was drawn and no one qualified for the payout so it too carries forward.
This year David Blair from Linden Leaves has agreed to sponsor nearest the pin for two on 18 - thank you David for your continued support. This week,s winner was Bryan Graham who almost put it in the hole. The buffet format of $5 in for food after the round worked exceptionally well and will be considered later in the year when we have more shotgun starts!
Finally congratulations to Tom Turner who on Sunday 24 January won the Waitikiri Open in a playoff. Tom is a former Club Champion, current Woodward captain & number one as well as a Canterbury representative at the Torro Inter-provincials. Tom's golf has soared in the last twelve months a just reward for all his hard work and dedication - well done Tom and all the best for 2010!!
Web Site Up & Running........
By separate e-mail I have advised that the new website is now up and running but for the sake of completeness I repeat the instructions as to membership registration.
Please note that the automated reply goes to the e-mail address held for you by the Club. If your e-mail address has changed, or you would prefer it sent to a different address, or alternatively the Club does not hold your address please speak directly with Cecily at the office.
If you have a few minutes clink onto the link and have a look: www.christchurchgolf.co.nz
To gain full access to the members section it is necessary to register. To register click on “New User? Register Now” on the left hand side of the screen under “Go” and follow the prompts on the screen – remember to use your full 7 digit code. Once you have completed the screens you will receive an automated email confirming registration and access. To view member areas when you subsequently log in you complete the “Membership Number “(7 digits) and “Password” and hit “GO”.
Enjoy the new website but please note if you are not running the most updated Microsoft Internet Explorer version the hole graphics may not load fully. In this situation I suggest you obtain advice from your provider as to how this may be obtained.
Please feel free to make suggestions as to improvements or content you wish to be included on the website. As I have previously indicated the Board is anxious to establish the website as the information portal for the membership and your input is essential.
In the interim the "Simon Says" blog will continue to be published on the existing site and by feats of magic and slight of hand will also appear on the Club website - posted in the Members Section under News. I am taking the use of a hyper link under advisement and will report again at a later date.
Please note that the automated reply goes to the e-mail address held for you by the Club. If your e-mail address has changed, or you would prefer it sent to a different address, or alternatively the Club does not hold your address please speak directly with Cecily at the office.
If you have a few minutes clink onto the link and have a look: www.christchurchgolf.co.nz
To gain full access to the members section it is necessary to register. To register click on “New User? Register Now” on the left hand side of the screen under “Go” and follow the prompts on the screen – remember to use your full 7 digit code. Once you have completed the screens you will receive an automated email confirming registration and access. To view member areas when you subsequently log in you complete the “Membership Number “(7 digits) and “Password” and hit “GO”.
Enjoy the new website but please note if you are not running the most updated Microsoft Internet Explorer version the hole graphics may not load fully. In this situation I suggest you obtain advice from your provider as to how this may be obtained.
Please feel free to make suggestions as to improvements or content you wish to be included on the website. As I have previously indicated the Board is anxious to establish the website as the information portal for the membership and your input is essential.
In the interim the "Simon Says" blog will continue to be published on the existing site and by feats of magic and slight of hand will also appear on the Club website - posted in the Members Section under News. I am taking the use of a hyper link under advisement and will report again at a later date.
Sunday, January 24, 2010
What's Happening Week of 25 January 2010.........
As we move into the last week of January activity in and around the course begins to heighten!
Women's Opening Day is scheduled for Tuesday 26 January with competition of the day being a Canadian Foursome Stableford. Men's Opening Day follows on Saturday 30 January with a Teams Event Best Ball Stroke for the BB Wood Memorial Trophy sponsored by Lion Breweries (always a good event!!!). Good luck to you all in these first two events of the 2010 year!
As advised last week we return to the 18 holes this week but on Saturday and not Tuesday as originally envisaged as Mark is just taking the extra couple of days to put the finishing touches to the new fairways. The special conditions around their use (if any) will be displayed on the Noticeboard on the Pro shop prior to tee off so please follow any instructions diligently as an infraction may invoke a penalty in more ways than one!!
From the Office, Struan assures me that the Club's updated website will come on-line this week so take the time, perhaps on Thursday or Friday, to have a look and see what has changed. The next step will be to move to an on-line tee booking system and we anticipate that happening sometime around Easter but more information will be disseminated nearer the time. Currently I am in high level discussions to ascertain the future publication and distribution programme for the Blog but it is likely to be linked to the Website, again, more information will follow.
Speaking of information the 2010 programme will be mailed out in the coming week so you will be able to plan your year a round golf. This could well be the last year we publish a programme as the list of events will be on the Website and this may well be an expense where we can reduce cost! Do you have a view??
Inter Club golf takes a step up this Sunday with the Metropolitan competition hitting off. Under the new management of Steve Ellis and Ben Frampton a competitive team comprising Tony Park, Keith Love, Garry Forward, Paddy Helmore, Steve Savill, Dean Palmer, Simon Fraser & Steve Ellis has been selected to do battle with Windsor at the ungodly hour of 8.30am on Sunday morning at Shirley. Meanwhile the Presidents team Jack MacDonald, Marcus Annan, Chris Brockett, Dennis Doherty, Jeff Gray, Lindsay Buxton, Bill Abrams & John MacVicar ply their wares away at at Harewood at the much more civilised hour of 12 noon. Undoubtedly reports will follow in due course!!
In the interim good golfing and I will see you at Shirley if not before!
Women's Opening Day is scheduled for Tuesday 26 January with competition of the day being a Canadian Foursome Stableford. Men's Opening Day follows on Saturday 30 January with a Teams Event Best Ball Stroke for the BB Wood Memorial Trophy sponsored by Lion Breweries (always a good event!!!). Good luck to you all in these first two events of the 2010 year!
As advised last week we return to the 18 holes this week but on Saturday and not Tuesday as originally envisaged as Mark is just taking the extra couple of days to put the finishing touches to the new fairways. The special conditions around their use (if any) will be displayed on the Noticeboard on the Pro shop prior to tee off so please follow any instructions diligently as an infraction may invoke a penalty in more ways than one!!
From the Office, Struan assures me that the Club's updated website will come on-line this week so take the time, perhaps on Thursday or Friday, to have a look and see what has changed. The next step will be to move to an on-line tee booking system and we anticipate that happening sometime around Easter but more information will be disseminated nearer the time. Currently I am in high level discussions to ascertain the future publication and distribution programme for the Blog but it is likely to be linked to the Website, again, more information will follow.
Speaking of information the 2010 programme will be mailed out in the coming week so you will be able to plan your year a round golf. This could well be the last year we publish a programme as the list of events will be on the Website and this may well be an expense where we can reduce cost! Do you have a view??
Inter Club golf takes a step up this Sunday with the Metropolitan competition hitting off. Under the new management of Steve Ellis and Ben Frampton a competitive team comprising Tony Park, Keith Love, Garry Forward, Paddy Helmore, Steve Savill, Dean Palmer, Simon Fraser & Steve Ellis has been selected to do battle with Windsor at the ungodly hour of 8.30am on Sunday morning at Shirley. Meanwhile the Presidents team Jack MacDonald, Marcus Annan, Chris Brockett, Dennis Doherty, Jeff Gray, Lindsay Buxton, Bill Abrams & John MacVicar ply their wares away at at Harewood at the much more civilised hour of 12 noon. Undoubtedly reports will follow in due course!!
In the interim good golfing and I will see you at Shirley if not before!
Select Braemar Lodge & Spa........
On Saturday we welcomed a new Sponsor to the Christchurch Golf Club in the form of Select Braemar Lodge & Spa who provided the prizes for the Mixed Opening Day event. It was a pleasure to be able to entertain the Lodge Manager Tina Smith and her partner Jerry to the evening meal and prize giving.
Most of us will recall the 'old' Braemar Lodge just outside of Hanmer Springs but Tina advises the complex, apart from the original fireplace, has now been almost entirely rebuilt and it provides the perfect location for a quiet weekend away or perhaps that venue for a Corporate Retreat. In particular the Altitude Restaurant can seat in an intimate atmosphere numbers from 2 to 100 and the Spa is an excellent place to escape and ease away the tensions and stress that are associated with life on a day to day basis.
We thank Select Braemar Lodge for their participation and generosity and hope that it will be a long and rewarding partnership for the years to come. I am sure the lucky winners will appreciate the range services provided and report back positively on their experience.
As members please remember to support those people who support us wherever that is possible.
Most of us will recall the 'old' Braemar Lodge just outside of Hanmer Springs but Tina advises the complex, apart from the original fireplace, has now been almost entirely rebuilt and it provides the perfect location for a quiet weekend away or perhaps that venue for a Corporate Retreat. In particular the Altitude Restaurant can seat in an intimate atmosphere numbers from 2 to 100 and the Spa is an excellent place to escape and ease away the tensions and stress that are associated with life on a day to day basis.
We thank Select Braemar Lodge for their participation and generosity and hope that it will be a long and rewarding partnership for the years to come. I am sure the lucky winners will appreciate the range services provided and report back positively on their experience.
As members please remember to support those people who support us wherever that is possible.
The Week That Was.............
Saturday saw Mixed Opening Day with a fourball par competition for the Sir Cyril Ward Memorial Trophy. Although there was the hint of inclement weather in the air, such that a few groups pulled out, a "bullish" decision was made to proceed and the optimistic view adopted was well justified as the conditions improved markedly as the afternoon progressed. In all there was a field of over 50 and this was swelled by further numbers arriving solely for the dinner.
With a strong performance over the second nine Shaun & Cher Xiong were the overall winners on +9 by countback from Raj Rajendra & Nancy Lim. Not too far behind in third were Murray & Lorraine Smith on +8, from in fourth on +7 Rob & Joc Davidson and sneaking into 5th by countback on +6 (a popular score achieved also by myself and Kate Shier amongst others) were Grant Mitchell and Sue Brown.
Roger Gowans was nearest to the pin for Men for two on 18 while Kate Shier was closest for 3 to the same hole, in the Women's competition. Two's were recorded by 6 players, Roger Gowans, Shaun Xiong, Grahame Buist, Bruce Cooper, Joe Mullins and Ian MacDonald who each received a sleeve of golf balls.
A pleasant meal, chicken breast as a main followed berry cheesecake as a dessert, and good cheer was the reward at the conclusion of the round. The next Mixed Match is the Centennial Ice Bucket set down for the 14 February where your pair is drawn into a four and the competition is an Irish Stableford (at least it was last year) - updates and explanations to follow.
Finally, in so far as Mixed is concerned, the entry form for the Page Family Trophy is now on display so get your names down for this popular and fun mixed foursome matchplay competition as soon as possible.
With a strong performance over the second nine Shaun & Cher Xiong were the overall winners on +9 by countback from Raj Rajendra & Nancy Lim. Not too far behind in third were Murray & Lorraine Smith on +8, from in fourth on +7 Rob & Joc Davidson and sneaking into 5th by countback on +6 (a popular score achieved also by myself and Kate Shier amongst others) were Grant Mitchell and Sue Brown.
Roger Gowans was nearest to the pin for Men for two on 18 while Kate Shier was closest for 3 to the same hole, in the Women's competition. Two's were recorded by 6 players, Roger Gowans, Shaun Xiong, Grahame Buist, Bruce Cooper, Joe Mullins and Ian MacDonald who each received a sleeve of golf balls.
A pleasant meal, chicken breast as a main followed berry cheesecake as a dessert, and good cheer was the reward at the conclusion of the round. The next Mixed Match is the Centennial Ice Bucket set down for the 14 February where your pair is drawn into a four and the competition is an Irish Stableford (at least it was last year) - updates and explanations to follow.
Finally, in so far as Mixed is concerned, the entry form for the Page Family Trophy is now on display so get your names down for this popular and fun mixed foursome matchplay competition as soon as possible.
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