President's Report & Results Half Moon Bay 6 Mar

Hi All,

I am sorry for the delay in posting this report but it was necessary considering the following information that needed to be relayed to you all..

IMPORTANT NOTICE RE THE MIRAGE GOLF DAY.

After nominations closed yesterday for the game at Mirage, we were left with a prospective field of 103 players. Which, in normal circumstances would be great.

Due to a major misunderstanding on my behalf regarding the maximum numbers the Mirage Resort can handle with its available resources, for which I accept full responsibility, I have since ascertained the game is actually over-subscribed by 13 players. For this error I apologise sincerely. I have been in touch with the Manager at Mirage and he has confirmed that as it is an “all carts” course, the maximum number he can handle is 90 players.

Although there is a faint possibility that he may be able to conjure up 3-5 carts I believe that we should look at other alternatives. The last thing we want to do is conduct a ballot to reduce the field to a manageable size. 

We are aware that during the reception of nominations a number of our members indicated that, even though they were unsure of playing they were paying the deposit to reserve a place on the off-chance they were able to play. If any of those particular members would be prepared to make an early decision to rescind their nomination, we would be eternally grateful. 

Obviously their deposit would be refunded or taken off their next game fee. If you are of this mind you can contact either myself on 0427377675 or Secretary on 0740453832. In an effort to assist, I will be withdrawing my own nomination so now there are only another 12 to go.

Again, apologies to all for my error. I hope this matter can be resolved expeditiously to everyone’s satisfaction.

Greg.

President

TUESDAY’S REPORT

Although the skies around Half Moon Bay were heavily overcast all day we all managed to get through without getting wet. The course was in good condition, with pin placements in some interesting positions. It was a very successful event with a field total of 98 players, comprised of 78 men and 20 ladies. The trophies were sponsored by KENNEDY’S BETTA HOME LIVING and we certainly thank them and appreciate their continued support throughout the ensuing year. Anytime you’re considering purchasing an appliance pop in and see them and I’m sure you’ll get a good deal from them.

Thanks again must go to all of the staff at the Club, particularly the manager, Greg Ferry, for the manner in which we’re looked after each time we play there. Greg announced that next time we play there, in addition to the ‘slab” that the Club donates to our free raffle each game, special draught beer and wine prices will apply for after-the-game drinks.

Speaking of raffles, prior to his passing, our late member Jimmy Logan asked that a set of irons he had purchased earlier be given on to the Vets to be used as we saw fit. After discussions with Marg Logan, it was decided that the clubs be included in the free raffle as a prize. They were won by Keith Schirmer, who thanked both the Vets and the Logan family for their donation.

We also had a donation of balls from Secretary Lou and these were handed out in the ball run-down. Recipients were asked to check the balls before they left to make sure they were 1.68 inches in diameter and not 1.62. Also they should not be wrapped in tissue paper. If they were of the smaller diameter and wrapped that would have indicated that they were actually older than Lou. As we didn’t receive any returns I guess all was good, so “thanks very much, Lou”.

We had five new members join today. They were Bev Hayhurst (HMB), Gail Wright (HMB),

Steve James, (Cairns), Trish Freeman, Norm, Lockwood, Alec Ford (all from Mossman). We welcome them all and hope their stay with us is a long and happy one. This brings our total Financial Membership to 141, including 111 men and 30 ladies.

Our next game will be at Atherton in a fortnight’s time. Hoping to see you all there, not only to support the Vets but also to support the new management at the Club.

Yours in golf,

Greg

TODAY’S RESULTS

MEN’S DIVISION I

Winner: Gavin Smith, 38 points C/B.

Runner Up: Tim Hollman, 38 points.

MEN’S DIVISION II

Winner: Graham Webb, 39 points.

Runner Up: Peter McMenamin, 38 points.

Ball Rundown:

37 points: Rod Cade, Bob Billingham, Peter Johnston.

36 points: Russ Gill, John Tolhurst.

35 points: John Pilbin, Gordon Noble, John Evans, Vern Sandilandt, Peter Doherty, Lou Siedle.

34 points: Brian Guest, Bill Matthews, Marcus Morse.

33 points: Peter Wyatt, Roger Smith.

32 points: Vaughan Edwards, Ron Sylvester, Neil Hamilton, Frank Thelan, Michael Taylor,

Peter Edmonds, Ian Macleod-Carey.

31 points: Roger Glover, Cec Turner, Ross White, Doug Christison.

30 points: Len Fase, Dave Ingram, Evert Van Kleef, Graham Morrow, Dave Lawler.

N.T.P.’s: (3) Ron Sylvester, (9) Vaughan Edwards, (11) Ian Tindall, (16) George Studham.

LADIES:

Winner: Cathie Coverdale, 36 points.

Runner Up: Bev Hayhurst, 35 points.

Ball Runddown:

30 points: Liz Edmonds.

29 points: Andrina Wilson, Edna Atkinson, Tracy Dickinson

28 points: Gail Wright, Lil Benfield.

27 points: Jane Taylor, Lesley Ross.

26 points: Pris Freeman.

N.T.P.’s: (4) Tracy Dickinson, (9) Pris Freeman, (11) Gail Wright, (16) Jane Taylor.