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Martinborough Golf Report

Reporter: Ailsa Malneek

A short report this week as play was limited due to greens coring.

Thursday club was won by (the much awaited back in form) Rob Smith with 45 points, 2^ndSteve Coleman, Murray Blackwell, Shane Colton, Sky Elworthy and Ed Elworthy with 42 points. Nearest the pin: Dean Schaef; Twos: Dean Schaef, Gary James, Bill Gordon, Richard Mills and Sky Elworthy.

Saturday’s tournament was Shoot-out/medal/putting, John Warner won on 71 with Marie Scrimshaw 2^ndon 76. Twos: Marie Scrimshaw, John Warner and Tora Boyne.

There was no competition on Sunday, but I understand that over 200 golfers played in Featherston’s final tournament – a successful last hurrah!

Good luck to all in ongoing club champs rounds, Murray Halberg 21^stOctober and 72/3 hole mixed foursomes 3^rd/4^thNovember.

Enjoy some better spring weather and warmer temperatures this week – good golfing everyone!

Martinborough Golf Report

Reporter: Ailsa Malneek

As the tenth month rolls on, the course is looking better than ever. Coring is going on this week which is a crucial process to allow the greens to continue improving so please be patient with the greens team and volunteer brigade!

The ladies and 9-holers continue with club champs so no results from them this week.

Grumpies played par and results were:- 1^stRick Hargreaves (+2), 2^ndAli Holmes and Paul Harris (0), 4^thGriff Page (-1).

Thursday saw yet another huge turnout (50) making the most of the sunshine. 1^stAndrew Lawler (44), 2^ndRichard Mills (41), 3^rdMalcolm Bridge, John Errington, Darren O’Dwyer, Griff Page & Rick Hargreaves (39). Nearest the pin Nick Morison, Twos: Tony Taylor, Craig Andrews, Nick Morison, Guy Walmsley, Bill Jones, Rick Hargreaves & Malcolm Bridge.

The weekend tournament was stableford – Saturday: 1^stBill Jones (38), 2^ndColin Whibley-Smith & Marie Scrimshaw (37). Sunday: 1^stGary Cuttance & Emily Loughnan  (44), 3^rdDoug Clark & Marie Scrimshaw (41). Twos: Doug Clark, Liam Annis, Ro Griffiths, Martin Napier and George Kirk.

The next tournament is the 72/36 hole mixed foursomes on the first weekend in November.

Martinborough Golf Report

Reporter: Ailsa Malneek

With the first month of spring behind us the members have been busy with various competitions.  Club champs are well under way and the weather has been kind.  The course is looking great, thanks to an army of volunteers for helping the greens team.  The head green keeper Richard Whisker has left and we thank him for his hard work over the past few years.

The grumpies didn’t play this week, but results from last week are as follows:1^stDoug Fergusson & Bill Jago (38), 3^rdTerry Blacktop (37, 4^thMalcolm Bridge & Pat Jeffrey (35); Tom Bunny got a 2.

The 9-holers and ladies are in the midst of their club champs so no results from them this Wednesday.  On Friday however,  the ladies did win the Cotter Rosebowl after a few false starts and delays. The team were Sherry Weathertsone, Angela Busby, Sandra Petersen, Alison Tipler, Ju Allen and Silvia Beavis – well done ladies.

Thursday put on another beautiful day for over forty golfers; 1^stGary Cuttance (41), 2^ndNick Allen, Bill Jago, Mark Trafford, Colin Whibley-Smith, David Kershaw and Bill Gordon. Nearest the pin Andy Morison, twos: Joel Macklin & Keith Rayner.

The weekend was superb for the Men’s 72 and 36 hole tournament. Results as follows: 72 hole best gross: 1^stCameron Elers (295), 2^ndTroy Shaw (300), 3^rdAshley Winton-Davis (309). Best nett: 1^stJohn Warner (285), 2^ndTora Boyne (286), 3^rdBrendon Curtis (287). The 36 hole best gross: 1^stCaleb Kahui (155), 2^ndChris Ranish (159), 3^rdDean Corke (164).  Best nett: 1^stDoug Clark (133), 2^ndRo Griffiths (139), 3^rdNick Allen (140). Twos…too many to mention….27 in total!!  A good weekend was had by all and thanks go to sponsors Jennian Homes, and Sandra for keeping everything in order!

Good golfing everyone; enjoy the school holidays, and enjoy escaping for a round of golf too!

Martinborough Golf Report

Reporter: Ailsa Malneek

The fine spring weather has made for a pleasurable golfing week, with plenty of action across the board.

The 9-holers played 1^st round of the Club Champs; as there were more not involved in champs some played a Stableford round: 1^st : Gaylene Selby-Neal (20) on CB to Sandra Burgess, 3^rd: Katrina Burgess 19 on CB to Sherryl Howie. Nearest the Pins Gaylene Selby-Neal & Sherryl Howie.

Ladies first round of the Club Championships was held last Wednesday, but there are few players taking part in each division that a large number of people had a bye.  Round two will be held this Wednesday with many playing their first match.   Open Day will be held on Friday 5 October, they would love to see as many of you playing as possible. Please give your name and club i.d. number to Sharon (jeppy@farmside.co.nz or 308 8956).

Thursday club had a great turn-out for their big prize tournament, 52 players turned up and for those that weren’t lucky at golf had a chance to win some great raffle prizes. 1^stChris Ranish (43), 2^ndBill Jago (42), 3^rdCarl Petersen and Craig Andrews (41). Twos: Chris Ranish (2), Craig Colton, Allan Eagle, George Kirk, Pete Price & Bill Jago. Longest drives: Nige Malneek, David Kershaw & Sandra Petersen. Nearest the pins: Craig Colton, Pete Price, Doug Clark & Carl Petersen.

Saturday’s tournament was stableford. 1^stJulie Warner (42), 2^ndCraig Andrews (40), 3^rdTora Boyne (39). Twos: Malcolm Bridge.

Sunday was a cracker day and the AB Martin aka ‘divorce-ament’ had 24 game couples turn up. 1^stTrevor & Sandra Petersen (70.5) on CB from Doug & Jan Fergusson. 3^rdRon Wall & Adele Cairns (71) on CB from Doug & Honor Clark. No lawyers required and a fun day was had by all, hopefully we’ll see everyone return for the 72 hole mixed foursomes on the first weekend in November.

Men’s 72/36 hole tournament this weekend – good golfing everyone!

Photo: Trevor & Sandra Petersen

Martinborough Golf Report

Reporter: Ailsa Malneek

After last week’s wash out everyone managed to get a game in this week, there might even be some sun burnt golfers after Sunday’s Lamb & Chardonnay tournament!!

Grumpies played stableford; 1^stRay Matthews on CB from Guy Walmsley; 3^rdAndy Morison.

The nine-holers played combined competition to catch up. Stableford 1^stJan Fergusson on CB from Jaquee Reed 18, 3^rdSandra Burgess on CB from Sherryl Howie 17. Nearest the pins Sherryl Howie and Elizabeth Goodall. Thurlow Four Ball Best Ball – 1^stSherryl Howie & Billie Holmes 20, 2^ndJan Fergusson & Jenny Tosswill 18, 3^rdMichele Falleni & Jenny Tucker 13.

On Wednesday the ladies also played combined competition, Par: Carol Parkinson (all square), 2^ndSandra Petersen (-2), 3^rdJu Allen (-3). Nett 1^stCarole Parkinson (74), 2^ndSandra Petersen (75), 3^rdMariana McDermott (77); Mariana also won the putting with 32. Nearest the pins: Felicity Warren and Lyle Griffiths. On Friday the ladies finally broke the drought and for the 50^thplaying of the Ladies Stout Challenge took the cup from Royal Wellington, Sandra Petersen had 40 points – top score of the day – well done ladies!

Thursday club: 1^stChris Ranish & Bill Gordon (40), 3^rdPaul McKenzie and Andrew Sim (39). Twos: Doug Clark, Joel Macklin, Sheldon McNamara, Ro Griffiths & Bill Gordon. Nearest the pin: Keith Rayner.

Sunday was a stunning day with a light breeze, thanks to sponsors Eastwood Motor Group for putting on a great Lamb and Chradonnay tournament! 1^stTeam Nick Morison (Doug Vrame, James Blundell, Don McCreary & Nick Morison) – 57.125, 2^ndTeam Fahey 58.125, 3^rdTeam Trevor Hawkins (Doug Clark, Matt Thomas, Richard Mills & Trev) –  59, 4^thTeam Shane Hartnell (Nige Malneek, Craig Colton, Scotty the butcher & Shane) 59.25.  The meat packs look great!

AB Martin mixed foursomes (aka the divorce tournament!) coming up this Sunday and don’t forget to register for the men’s 72/36 hole tournament 29^th– 30^thSeptember. Good golfing everyone!

The winning team below : Lamb & Chardonnay. Doug Vrame, James Blundell, Nick Morison, Don McCreary.

Martinborough Golf Report

Reporter: Ailsa Malneek

Well golfers, what a wash out to the start of spring!  As predicted not much golf played in Martinborough this week, the course remained waterlogged until the weekend.  This week looks much more promising with plenty of sunshine and fine days forecast.

Sunday was the only competitive outing of the week, the competition was medal and putting. 1^st Stuart Taplin 68, 2^nd John Warner 73, 3^rd Ro Griffiths 74, 4^th Bevan Sweeney & Julie Warner 75. Twos: Stuart Taplin x 2 (Tappy’s back!!) and Pete Griffiths won the putting on 30 with some clever off the green approach shots!

This Sunday is the Lamb and Chardonnay Ambrose Tournament, it should be a great day.  

Thursday Club is having a tournament next week on the 20^th September – great prizes – all welcome.

The AB Martin mixed foursomes is scheduled for the 23^rd September, if you’re worried it might lead to divorce, do not fear, put your name down and we’ll find you a new friend!

The ‘Jennian Homes’ Men’s 72/36 hole stroke tournament is being held on 29^th-30^th September – please get your entries in to Sue by 24^th September, this is a great tournament.

So, dry out your gloves and towels and wipe the mud from your trundlers and good golfing everyone!

Martinborough Golf Report

Reporter: Ailsa Malneek

Well golfers, spring has sprung…..a leak it would seem.  I don’t think much pleasurable golf will get played this week as the southerlies and rain line up for attack.

Twenty Grumpies played last week, 1^st Peter Price +5, 2^nd Guy Walmsley +3, 3^rd Malcolm Bridge +2. Twos: Lachie McLeod & Ted Peacock. Five unfortunates didn’t make it past the ladies tees – hopefully Terry will give us a glimpse of the league table soon!

9-holers played stableford, 1^st Gaylene Delby-Neal, 2^nd Katrina Burgess, 3^rd Sandy Burgess. Nearest the pins: Jane Fanslow-Price & Katrina Burgess.

Ladies played a nett round with putting. 1^st Marilyn MacKenzie 78, 2^nd on CB from Adele Cairns, 3^rd Rosie McLeod – a good welcome home game! Twos: Adele Cairns, Carol Parkinson won the putting with 33 putts. There’s still time to register for the 50^th anniversary of the Lady Stout Competition against Royal Wellington on Friday 14^th September.

Thursday club was a rollover from last week so the prizes were great! 1^st Sir William Southgate 43, 2^nd Nick Allen, Pete Price & Glen Schofer 39, 5^th Tony Taylor, Joel Macklin and John Warner 38. Twos: Arthur Warren, Bill Jones, Chris Wilkie, Michael Tosswill & Greg Dalton. Nearest the pin was won with a supreme hole in one by Bevan Sweeney on number 8 – his first – congratulations! We might see Bevan in a hat for the next few weeks after having his head shaved for the Cancer Society on daffodil day, good on you Sweenze!

Saturday’s tournament was stableford, 1^st Chris Ranish & Julie Warner 38, 3^rd John Warner 36, 4^th Sheldon McNamara 35. Twos: Chris Ranish & Sandra Petersen.  Sunday’s competition was medal. 1^st Sandra Petersen 64, 2^nd John Warner 66, 3^rd John Taylor 70 and 4^th Stuart Taplin & Carl Petersen 71. Twos: Sandra Petersen. Putting: Sandra Petersen 27 – well cleaned up Mrs P!

Enjoy the first week of spring golfers! Remember Lamb & Chardonnay Open Ambrose Tournament on Sunday 16th September, hurry and register now, places are running out!

Martinborough Golf Club Report

Reporter: Ailsa Malneek

After a good spell of weather, last week was very unsettled, Grumpies had to admit defeat to the rain.  Thirty idiots…erm…brave souls turned up to play on Thursday but after 9 holes the suckers gap had closed in and the torrential rain fell and all were found back in the club house enjoying the new heat pump and the bar!

The rain cleared for Wednesday golfers, the 9-holers rallied 12 players and played two competitions to catch up from last week. Stableford 1^st Tingay Davidson (16), 2^nd Katrina Burgess on cb Sherryl Howie (14).  Putting 1^st Jan Fergusson (15), 2^nd Sherryl Howie & Pat Wood (17) and 4^th Katrina Burgess (18). Ladies played par, Jaclyn Kras won with Marie Scrimshaw on c/b both all square, 3^rd Sandra Petersen -4 on c/b from Lyle Griffiths on c/b from Sylvia Beavis. The Lady Stout competition is on Friday 15^th September against Royal Wellington, put your name on the notice board.

This weekend was the 36 hole men’s championship.  Best nett was won by Malcolm Bridge (71 & 73), best gross division 3 (17-24) Alan Heath- 197 (I won’t mention how many were in this division!), best gross division 2 (10-17) Andy Morison- 168, and best gross division 1 (0-10) Anthony North -158.

There was a good turn out on Sunday and the competition was medal, 1^st equal on 71- Mark Lucock, John Warner, Terry Blacktop & Dayle Scrimshaw, twos went to Dayle Scrimshaw and Colin Whibley-Smith

The very popular Lamb & Chardonnay tournament is being held on 11^th September – get your entries into Sue ASAP as places are limited.

Special congratulations to Pete and Rachel Griffiths on their new arrival – baby Ben, who was born last Wednesday!

Martinborough Golf Report 

Reporter: Ailsa Malneek

This Saturday a few brave souls braved the elements and played in the Lefties/Righties tournament – the morning was a washout and although it cleared in the afternoon it remained bitterly cold! Best gross Johnny Schu & John Mitchell (157), 2^nd Shane Hartnell & Andy Small (161). Best Nett Stephen Mawdesley & Ngahooro (136), 2^nd Nigel Messenger & Jim Walsh. KC Memorial ‘worst forking shot’ honours went to Jim Dunlop. Best nett woman Mariana McDermott & Alison Sim (166), Best nett mixed John & Julie Warner (143), 2^nd Sandra Petersen & Andy Sim (146). Nearest the pins: Roger Ngahooro, Nigel Messenger, Peter Churchill & Jim Walsh. Thanks go to Sponsor Trust House, and Sandra Petersen for great organisation!

Grumpies played stableford last week, 1^st Doug Fergusson (41), 2^nd Malcolm Bridge, Ray Matthews & Nick Allen (39), 5^th Andy Morison (38).

Unfortunately the 9 holers and ladies were rained out on Wednesday.

Thursday brought wind to start, then it settled down beautifully for the 40 golfers that played. 1^st Dean Schaef (44), 2^nd Andy Morison, Brian Russo (41), 4^th Guy Walmsley & Chris Ranish (40). Twos: Brian Russo, Chris Wilkie, Dean Schaef, Sheldon McNamara & Gary James. Nearest the pin Dean Schaef.

Sunday was a crackerjack day, 1^st Jan Fergusson, 2^nd Ro Griffiths & Mark Trafford (37), 4^th John Taylor, John Warner & Terry Fraei. The only two was Shayne Cater.

Special congratulations go to life member Bill Jones and his wife Mavis who celebrated their 60^th wedding anniversary last Thursday – thanks to Derek & Karen Stephens for buying us a drink to toast them! 

Have a good week golfers!

Martinborough Golf Report

Reporter: Ailsa Malneek

Well golfers, halfway through August and getting a bit damp underfoot but all in all some pretty decent temperatures!

Grumpies results:- 1^stNick Allen (41), 2^ndRichard Thompson and Ro Griffiths (39), 4^thGuy Walmsley and David Marsh (36).

9 holers ran two competitions this week:- Four ball-best-ball, 1^stJan Ferguson & Jenny Tosswill (21), 2^ndDebbie Coon & Leonie Wilde (20), 3^rdSherryl Howie & Billie Holmes (18). Stableford: 1^stJan Ferguson (21), 2^ndDebbie Coon (17) on count back, 3^rdJenny Tucker (17). Nearest the pin 8 – Sherryl Howie, and on 16 – Jan Ferguson.

Wednesday Ladies played stableford:- 1^stAlison Tipler (42), 2^ndSandra Petersen (39), 3^rdSherry Weatherstone (36). Nearest the pin 6 – Honor Clark, and 8 – Sandra Petersen.

Thursday club saw 60 golfers soaking up the sunshine this week, 1^stRob Lopez and Guy Walmsley (43), 3^rdSandy Bidwill (41), 4^thTony Taylor, Matt Thomas, Brian Russo and Sheldon McNamara (39). Nearest the pin – Ailsa Malneek, Two’s – Ailsa Malneek & Doug Clark.

Saturday’s competition was Par, 1^stChris Ranish (4), 2^ndJohn Warner (3), 3^rdTerry Fraei and Alistair Boyne (2). Two’s – Chris Ranish.

Sunday’s competition was stableford, 1^stSandra Petersen (40) on count back from Malcolm Bridge, 3^rd, Doug Clark (39), 4^thDerek Stephens and Pete Price (38). Two’s Malcolm Wood and John Warner.

Names are being taken for men’s 36 hole strokeplay on 25^th/26^thAugust, contact Sue or put your name down on the board – this is a lead up to club champs. Have a great week golfers and remember to replace those divots!