Storm chases players off course

A small but enthusiastic group of golfers hit the course in Saturday’s competition but, mid-afternoon, the storm clouds which had been building most of the day let loose.

By Casey O'Connor

A small but enthusiastic group of golfers hit the course in Saturday’s competition but, mid-afternoon, the storm clouds which had been building most of the day let loose.

The ensuing thunderstorm played havoc with many unable to complete the round most content to have made it back to the clubhouse and happy to be out of the weather.

The storm was not enough to deter members and their families from attending the Club’s annual Christmas Party and trophy presentation evening with the Men’s and Ladies player of the year announced.

The Stanthorpe Men’s Player of the Year for the fourth consecutive Year is the ever-consistent Scott Constable. It has been another good year for Constable who is currently the 2021 Club Champion. The runner up for the second year is Mick O’Brien.

Congratulation to the Ladies Player of the Year, Kay Webb. It is a wonderful result from one of the stalwarts of the club over many years.

The Ladies runner up Lisa Stuart only joined the Club earlier this year after deciding to take her golf game seriously and has had some excellent results.

Following the formalities, the party got into full swing thanks to music provided by Club member David Stuart.

Fingers crossed, the weather in the coming week allows the course to dry in preparation for Saturday’s competition which is an Individual Stableford sponsored by Aqua Rural Supplies. There is a time sheet for the event on the Board at the Golf Club.