Stanthorpe golfers were pleased to say hello to some sunshine for the first time in several weeks allowing some of the moisture to drain from the fairways and most importantly a return to competition.
Two fairways were still waterlogged and a change in course layout was needed before the 4BBB Stableford went ahead.
The team of Max Hunter and Barry Hughes returned the winning score of 46 points. The pair played the tricky conditions very well. Both are recognised long hitters and on Saturday were very accurate. They carded 22 points on the front nine and their back nine score was even more impressive. Their 24 points back included several birdies.
Alan Kerr and Santo Cavallaro also played well finishing one point back on 45 to wrap up the runner’s up spot. They also carded 22 points on the front nine but only 23 on the way home. Santo looked to be the mainstay of the team and his score will undoubtedly come to the attention of the handicapper.
Matt Waterworth collected for two pin shots. He was closet at three and at 12. Alan Kerr was nearest pin at 17.
Margie Locke had best second shot at 12 and Lisa Stuart likewise at 17. Pro-pins were won by Mark Hendry at 1/10, Darryl Boekholt at 5/14 and David Burgess a 9/18. The birdies nest at hole one went unclaimed and the run down to scores of 42 points and better.
The day was kindly sponsored by Ian Henderson of Australian Vinegar. Not only were there prizes for the winners but each player received a golf ball with bearing a special logo for play on the day.
Ian Henderson provide the trophies and presented the prizes to the winners who went home with an assortment of Australian Vinegar products.
For the rest of the field who didn’t make it to the winners-circle, Australian Vinegar products are available for purchase at Woolworths (sometimes it just easier).
On Saturday, golfers will be playing for the June monthly medal and putting competition. It is a stroke event sponsored by Stanthorpe Meats.
The two-tee time sheet will be in operation so those intending to play should nominate on the sheet and to secure their preferred start. Tee off will be at the earlier wintertime of 11am.
Everyone is hoping for the weather continues to improve allowing for the course to dry out further. Unfortunately, as this column is being put together it is pouring rain outside, and it feels closer to sleet than sunshine. However, golfers I am told are the ultimate optimists.
