Friday 26th
Friday saw 19 of us heading out early to play before watching the end game. Playing Stableford off club, and nominating two holes to double up scores, Barry came in with an impressive 46 points only to be pipped by Mr Jaggs on 47. Made even more impressive by Jaggsy only getting 1pt on his nominated 9th hole (doubling it to ...
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Archives for September 2014
It’s here – the Ryder Cup at Gleneagles 2014
At last the Ryder Cup is here. Can't wait - not least because all the paper-talk can end and the actual playing can begin!
Phil would be up there by now. The lucky s8d is there for all 3days. Jealous? Just loads.
Wayne has organised a Ryder Cup day tomorrow (Friday). Starting at 7am, we have a £20 upfront cost covering soss n'mash, and bets ...
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Swashbucklers at Sutton Green Mixed Open 2014
Lovely day with a firm breeze, Sutton Green is a great track. Day was somewhat affected by their greens, which, despite being consistent, were not up to their usual quality. Defintely needed a trim that morning - I think everyone was leaving putts short. Not easy.
I think just about everyone's bank account also took a hammering - a change of ...
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Swashbucklers in Portugal 2014
Well where to start?
Well, two things really. Firstly, this is the first group of the mighty Swashbucklers hitting Portugal, the second team are limbering up as I type, ready to hit the gorgeous fairways in about 3 weeks time. I hope to task Mr Adams to be chief reporter of scores, tales and photos... the website awaits.
Secondly, for our trip, ...
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R&A yote to allow female members
"Allow female members"... sounds almost as bad as 'recognise female golfers'. Well the R&A have woken up - inevitable really as there really couldnt have been any other outcome.
Reminds me of a story my old Finance Director likes to tell (probably hundred's versions of this).
A well-to-do golf club had a large prestigious clubhouse ...
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Golf humour: Golf book
Posted on behalf of Jezza
The following is text of an email circular (so it's not Jerry who's written it!)
Subject : New Golf Book Family and Friends
Many of you may not know it, but I have been very busy over the last 2 years putting my thoughts and ideas together in a book. I am very proud of the results and to assist with the marketing, I am ...
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Surrey National Awarded GolfMark
GolfMark is an accreditation awarded to golf clubs who reach a standard in four areas member recruitment/retention, management, coaching and safeguarding.
Matt seen here in the Caterham County Border News picking up the plaque confirming the clubs role in supporting junior and beginner facilities to learn and improve golf.
Visit Matt's website ...
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Captain’s & Pro’s Challenge
We were lucky with the weather, it turned out to be a good day. Texas Scramble format, the day is based on raising money for charity trying to beat the Pro's and Club/Vice Captains both overall score and highlighting a hole on which you think your team will beat them.
Winners on the say were Stu, Gav, Keith and Andy Gorman who came in a very ...
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Senior’s Club Champs Monday 1st September – John Belton wins
Posted on behalf of one Jezza Assig
A field of 40 grumpy old men moaning about the thought of rain looming in a distance!
Nevertheless, we started in fine weather from 3 starting holes 1st ,10th, & 17th and we probably got halfway through our match before the fine drizzle started but enough for my playing partners to put on their waterproofs., ...
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DRIFTing Away (Day)…
Posted on behalf of Jan and Graham (A)
A wonderful away day of golf and socialising took place at The Drift golf club on Friday 15 August, organised by Surrey National’s starlet Julie with able assistance from hubby Paul.
Coffee on arrival was followed by the golf, and then dinner. Swashbucklers were in attendance including Lee "The Machine” ...
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