An early start to the season didn't deter 33 golfers from the Society enjoying, for early March, a pleasant afternoon at Formby Ladies GC, not spoilt by a short shower. The course was in good condition considering the recent February rainfall, but the unusually high water table meant some bunkers were GUR.
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| The 9th green looking resplendent, with the eventual winners holing out |
It was good to see so many new faces
along with the regulars. The biscuits
were thoroughly enjoyed by all, with newbies to the Society being very
pleasantly surprised.
There was an exceptional return of EIGHT
2s, from Nuala Robinson, Della Thomas, Steve Neale, Evan Bale, Denise
McInerney, Mark Caddick, Chris Edwards and Lol Harris. With a sleeve of
Srixons for each this used up most of the seasons ball allocation!!
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| Dos Banditos |
Captain for 2020, Ian Robinson explained
that this year's charity is Cancer Research, and contributions for blobs and
biscuits will be welcomed. He noted that this year’s charity was chosen
in honour of an ex-captain and blogger of our Society, Kevin Allars. The 2020
Captain's Challenge will be the most ‘blob’ free rounds for those with a
handicap of 18 and under, and the most nett birdies for those with a h/cap over 18.
The subsidiary prizes of nearest the pin
and longest drive were won by Steve Neale and Damian Ryan. Third in the
contest for the Spring Pairs trophies were Peter Watson and Sue O'Donnell on 47
points, second also on 47 were Paul Stanson and Evan Bale. The winners
with 48 points were this year's Captain Ian Robinson and last year's Captain
John Wilson, a dream team indeed. John
Wilson was last year’s holder of the trophy [with Charles Shepherd]. He is going for the hat trick next year.
Next meeting West Lancs in April.
