WARWICK SPORTERS TEE OFF
A field of 66 teed off on Wednesday (9/11) in conditions that were sunny and surprisingly, rain free. Although the players had to deal with some windy conditions it was a pleasant change,
Con Seibel played the conditions best and posted an excellent score of 46 points to claim victory and the winner’s spoils. Sporters was kindly sponsored by Betta Home Living, Warwick.
Some of the group, less than kindly suggested the winner may have put his card from the previous week together with this week’s card to come up with that score. (Why are people so unkind – especially fellow golfers). I understand the stewards however did conduct an inquiry.
Following a countback Bob Lester (39) was declared the runner up and claimed the voucher while Paul Dautzenberg(39)as relegated to the rundown and received a ball. Others to share in the run down were Peter Walsh (38) and all those on 37 points including Peter Tomkins, John Urwin, Bruce Howells, David Hynes and Ian Skillen.
Darrel Bain had a nice collect at the pro pin at the 13th ($25). Others sharing in the spoils were Keith Clarke ($15), Josh Manwaring ($10) and Paul Dautzenberg ($5).
Those tasting success with NTP were Charlie Morrison (5th), John Porter (7th) Terry Griffiths (9th), Doug Wilson (11th) and the 16th A Skinner.
The Sponsor of last week’s Sporters was Sporters President Terry, Terry is currently holidaying in Victoria (we hope he has taken his water wings). The latest received indicates that the 36 holes he played at Rye would not have beaten Con Seibel’s score last week. You can run Terry, but you can’t hide those scores.
Volunteers are an important part of every organisation, and the Golf club is no different. If anyone has an hour or two to spare on Monday mornings the club’s Greenkeeper Shane would love to see you in the machinery shed.
He will happily give you instructions on what is needed to help in keeping our course in good playing condition.
TASTE OF SUMMER AT RISDON
Shooters from the Southern Downs Rile club were treated to their first taste of summer last Sunday at Risdon Range. The weather conditions just doing enough to catch out the unwary participant at the 400 yard mound.
It was business as usual for Dave Taylor and Richard McKillop in the standard and open classes with both adding weekend victories to their list of recent achievements although some scores were not as high as we have seen in past weeks.
There was a larger than normal field in the sporter/ hunter class last weekend and it was Nick Davies who had had an excellent shoot to more entries this week with Nick Davies having a fine shoot to take out that division.
Results:-
400 yards F Class
F Standard (max 126)
Dave Taylor (111.4); Nick Kent (101.2)
F Open (max 126)
Richard McKillop (123.12); Kevin Jones (121.9); Greg Wilson (115.6); Margaret Taylor (115.4); Bruce McAllan (115.3).
Sporter/Hunter (max 105)
Nick Davies (104.11); Gary Snelling (103.7); Joe Wood (95.3); Adrian Baker (92.2); Ian Gaines (87.3).
This week (Sunday 20/11) members will gather at the 500 yard mound at 8am following sign on at 7.30am. If you require or information regarding this week’s shoot or further details regarding the club, please contact Margaret on (07 4666 1018).
STANTHORPE SPORTERS BACK IN BUSINESS
Sunday morning delivered an ideal start to Stanthorpe Sporters. A gentle breeze and sunshine and cloudless skies drew a few extra faces out onto the course for the nine hole competition with the back nine in play. – Stanthorpe Sporters were definitely back in business.
Three players returned the best nett of 24 in Sunday’s round. After a tense cut of the cards it was Ivan Juriss who prevailed and claimed the win. We have been tipping Dick Hilton to figure on the podium but on Sunday he was pipped at the post by the cards and forced to settle for the runner’s up spot. Stewart Rayner the third player in the cut collected the first run down of the day.
Mark Lynam was a few shots back on 29 and claimed the second run down. Matt Waterworth returned the Best gross score of 41 for the round. This could have been even better but for a few wayward shots.
There were two pin shots on offer for the nine holes but only one successful taker. Matt Burgess played a great tee shot at the 12th hole to land close to the pin, the subsequent putt going in for a birdie. The 17th was unclaimed.
This week Sporters will be back to the front nine on Sunday morning at 8am. Next Sunday is back to the front nine and play to begin at 8 am. There is an open invitation for everyone to join Stanthorpe Sporters for their nine hole romp on Sunday mornings.
POPULAR EVENT DRAWS BIG FIELD
A big field turned out for one of the most popular days on the Stanthorpe Golfing Calendar, the M & D Auto Parts golf day. The two person Ambrose once again sponsored by Mick and Judy Spiller of M & D Autos who are long-time supporters of the Stanthorpe golf. Each player was presented with a gift bag with some essentials inside for the day’s play.
There was no shortage of prizes on offer. The top prize was won by the father son team of Greg and Jacob Steele who snuck home by a half shot from runner’s up Brendan Barker and Nigel Eldridge.
The ladies’ winning team of Mei Bell and Lisa Stuart had a slightly larger lead over the runner’s up in the ladies’ event, Marie Cook and Lorraine Evans.
There were plenty of run downs on offer. Barry Jones and David Burgess, Keith Jones and Mark Hendry, Margie Locke and Christine Hood and Helen Jones and Racheal Hendry all took home prizes.
Several individual holes were sponsored by M & D. The men’s third hole was won by Hamish Adam and the ladies prize was collected by Nikki Waterworth.
Len Leigh was successful at 17 as was the Ladies’ team of Lorraine Evans and Marie Cook. Second shot approaches at eight were won by Mark Hendry and Keith Jones in the men’s division and Racheal Hendry and Helen Jones in the ladies.
Nathan Stibbard and Racheal Hendry convincingly won the men’s and women’s long drive competitions.
The special prize for the NAGA went to Harry and Kyle with no contest. There will be no mention of their score, and it will not be divulged.
A very successful day of competition wrapped up with the Multi Draw Raffle which M & D sponsored as they have done in previous years. At the end of the multi daw raffle there were many smiling faces.
This Saturday, prior to the announcement of the 2022 Golfers of the Year, members will play the last single event of the year. Club members, Kevin Rowling and Rodney Werner are sponsoring the individual Stableford. There is time sheet for Saturday’s event on the board at the club.
BUSY WEEK FOR LADIES ON THE COURSE
Another busy week for Women’s Golf in Warwick began with the annual open day last Tuesday (8/11).
Local golfers were joined by visitors from around the district. A big field of 83 teed off in the much- anticipated event.
A mixture of good form and local knowledge saw the local golfers dominating the score board.
Molly Scotney returned the Best Overall Nett with a superb round of 66, closely followed by Narelle Norris with a nett 69. Molly received a new Golf bag the from Sam Eaves Pro Shop. AS runner up, Narelle won a travel bag.
Other Warwick players among the prizes were Melanie McLennan (74 Div One winner) , Judy Lester (71 Division two), Lyn McKillop(73 Division three), Yvonne Pinington (70 Division Four),
Best Gross winners in their respective division were Liz Robinson (88 / Twmba). Lisa Stuart 93 / Stpe), Sharon Schasser (100/City) and Ann Tomkins (108).
The Best Stableford scores were returned by Anna Cox 28 (Warwick); Rae Gordon 31 (Twmba) Avril Millard 32 (Clifton) and Sue Murdoch 32.
The Women’s Committee and especially Captain, Ros Darton did an amazing job organising the Open day and wish to thank their major sponsors The Warwick Credit Union, John Dee Beef and Sam Eaves.
With no time to rest on their laurels the next day 11 ladies played a single stableford sponsored by The Coffee Club. trophy
Narelle Norris picked up where she left off and won the trophy of the day with 36 points. Judy Lester was runner-up with 34.
Balls in the rundown went to Di Macdonald (32), Kath Devereux and Helen Olsen (31) and Ann Tomkins 30. Ann Lyons and picking up another victory on Saturday this time with a score of 38 points. Through the week
With three great scores across the week Narelle not only has her name on the Shootout Board but has climbed to number 13.
Lots of other great scores on Saturday. Sam Hinze was runner up with 37 points. Balls went to Ellie Casey (36), Di Johnston, Judy Lester and Di Evans all on (35). The Pro Pin went to Narelle Norris, Ann Tomkins, Sam Hinze and Carole Brandon. Saturday’s round was sponsored by Rose City Premium Meats.
The Sudz Shootout is not far away – 11 December. Members should have received an email from Ros requesting shirts sizes for the day. Please reply ASAP.
Points for the year finish on the 23 November so there are still opportunities to get your name on the board or improve your position,
With the excellent golf being played and the great scoring at the moment anything is possible.
WARWICK REDBACKS GOLF DAY
Golfers, Cricketers and Footballers, in fact everyone is invited to get ready for the big Warwick Redbacks Golf day at the Warwick Golf club on November 27. The Four ball Ambrose event is a shotgun start at 11.30am. The day will include prizes for each hole novelty events (e.g. ping pong ball long drive) and lots more.
Over $1000 in prizes will be won on the day. In addition, there will be a huge multi draw raffle which includes Jason Day memorabilia.
Bookings can be made by calling the Pro Shop on 07 4661 3664.
The Redbacks invite everyone to join them for a great day a day that is sure to be full of fun and laughs.
There is a long list individual hole sponsors and prizes sponsors on the Redbacks Facebook page. Check out the list of sponsors and the club’s latest cricket results.
