The April game was held at the popular Staffield Country Resort which, as always, was in very good condition. 26 players including 3 guests (Wayne, Hakan & Chin Hong) teed-off from the Western & Northern nines. Unfortunately, although there were few other players out on the course, there was one very slow four ball who tee’d off in front of Flights 1-4 so those groups were delayed throughout; eventually the four ball dropped out at hole #13 so two flights played through but then the four ball cut back in again (apparently having stopped for prayers), so further delayed the final two flights. They then encountered heavy rain and traffic so arrived well after the others at the restaurant. Flights 5-7 had no delays so all finished quickly.

 

The weather was initially sunny & hot, then later became more overcast and cooler.

The players then adjourned northwards to the trusty East of Highway restaurant, some arriving an hour ahead of the final groups. We were joined for dinner by Richard Moss. The (good) food was selected by El Pres (thanks, Iain) accompanied by numerous bottles of beer, plus some good wines provided by RICHARD RODWELL (our sponsor for the wine prize).

Results

The April medal winner by a clear margin was Ron Linden, with a score of 91 for 45 points (cut 9). Second with 94 for 42 points was Stan C (cut 2) with Paul Geddes third with 83 for 41 (cut 1).

 

Full results below.

 

• NTP winner 1st nine : Juerg Stoll (2.43m)
• NTP winner 2nd nine : None (the only contenders having won other prizes)
• Longest drive : Edwin Ferner (253m)(Niall drove 293m (!) but had another prize)
• Lowest gross : Niall Murray (78)
• Last birdie : Allan Wright (17th)

 

COTD

We had 6 nominations this month for COTD.

1. Juerg, Hans, Helmut, Martin & another – for arriving late at the restaurant
2. Juerg – for wanting to be driven to his car by buggy because of the rain
3. Allan – for not driving him !
4. Martin – for forgetting his fine
5. STAN – for hitting a caddy twice with his ball, and nearly hitting Geoff
6. Enzo’s caddy – for amusing remarks on Enzo’s play

Stan was unanimously voted as COTD (having successfully deflected the award to others on 2-3 previous occasions)

 

Fines

Three players failed to pass the ladies tee – Dave, Martin & Helmut. Plus numerous other fines for various misdemeanors.

May Away

El Pres highlighted that we currently have 18 people registered for the Vung Tau Away in May; more are welcome

Sponsors

Our sponsors are a main reason that we can play at good golf courses and award members with trophies, attractive prizes as well as “KLOGS” signature golf balls. In order to show our appreciation we encourage members to support our sponsors.

Photos : Courtesy of Victor (thanks) & your scribe