With March in the rear-view mirror, it was time for Stanthorpe golfers to turn their attention on Saturday to yet another monthly medal competition and for someone a chance to book their place in the Medal of Medalists round at the end of the year.
After the course received its share of rain last week, players were expecting tough conditions for the day sponsored by club member Richard Reardon.
Nathan Stibbard was back in the winner’s circle after returning not only the best nett score of the round (70) but also the best gross score of 76 off the bat.
Keith Jones survived a countback with Mark Hendry to be named runner up after both players finished with nett 72. There was some consolation for Hendry had the least number of putts (21) for the round.
Christine Hood’s nett 73 was good enough to win Ladies Medal. Lisa Stuart had a round of 77 nett to finish runner up. Her gross score of 94 was the best for the Ladies. Margie Locke was on song with the putter winning the Ladies putting award for her 28 putts.
The Men’s pin shots were evenly shared. Matt Waterworth held three, Matt Burgess 12 and Nathan Stibbard at 17.
While Nikki Waterworth has success at three, Lisa Stuart at 12 and Lyn Ludlow at 17 for the ladies. Matt Waterworth, Greg Fraser and David Reeves each collected for a win at the pro-pins while the birdies nest was unclaimed.
In the run down, it was a ball to scores of 75 and better for the men while for the ladies those with scores of 79 and better picked up a ball.
This Saturday a Single Stableford event sponsored by Go Vita courtesy John Bylicki has been programmed. I understand John has organised some interesting side specials for the day.
The Warwick golf Pro, Sam Eaves, will be running a putting and chipping coaching session at the club from 9am and I am sure there are a number of players who will find the session useful. Sam’s mobile pro-shop will also be available for members. If you are chasing any special gear, please give Sam a call as soon as possible to ensure he has what you need on board so if any special gear is needed,
There will also be some giveaways on the day, but remember the early bird gets the worm so be sure to get there in time and don’t miss out.
Play in the afternoon session gets underway at 11.30am and there is a time sheet on the board.
Following Sam’s putting and chipping clinics, I expect to see some good results particularly around the greens.
