Match Play Qualifying Event
Saturdays Stroke event doubled as the qualifying round for the club Match Play Championship with the top eight qualifiers progressing in each grade.
Competition was extremely keen which was reflected in the ball run down which required a nett sub par effort to return a golf ball.
The draw for the next round is as follows:
A Grade:
X McCartney V N Williams,
J Watson V T Allen,
D O'Keefe V D. Squires,
B Tippett V T Richardson.
B Grade:
B Crispe V T Eccles,
A Finnigan V M Hunt,
J Smith V W Jenkins,
G Nunn V R Quigley.
C Grade:
P Dwyer V A Rasmussen,
J Dwyer V P Laird,
I Abrahams V P Carter,
P Farley V S Raby.

 

 

Photo: Xavier McCartney top qualifier in club Match Play Championship

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tri Shield
The annual inter club Tri Shield was held on Sunday 7^th February at Portland.
106 players from Portland, Heywood and Port Fairy competed in an individual stableford event.

Heywood won the aggregate shield by the smallest of margins from Portland with Port Fairy third. It was the first time in the shield history that the home club hasn't won.
In his acceptance speech the Heywood President remarked remarked that "it was as sweet as beating Collingwood."
Dawne Barker, Colin Greene, Philip Liard, Neil Cahill, Lindsay Wilkinson and John Duncan all received a ball in the ball run down.

Memberships
Members are reminded that annual fees are now overdue.
A thank you to those who payed promptly and a reminder to others that competition restrictions will now be in place.

Women's Opening Day
Women members are reminded that Thursday 25 February is the season Opening Day.
There will be an 8.30am for a 9am Shot Gun Start -  9 holes in 9 holes out event and Afternoon Tea.

 

Juniors Progress
At the end of Saturday's competition field a group of keen new golfers continued the next stage of their development.
Junior golf program graduates Matthew Roache and Chris 'Tiger' Roberts together with junior mentor Michael Andersen completed the boys second competition event since obtaining their golf handicaps.

 

Photo: Matthew Roache and Chris 'Tiger' Roberts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Upcoming Events
This weekend saw a busy schedule for club and social golfers. Saturday's monthly Captain's Cup and Monthly Medal also doubles as the qualifying round of the Club Match Play Championship.
On Sunday members of the social club travel to Portland for the annual 'Tri Shield' event contested between Port Fairy, Portland and Heywood golf clubs.

 

Memberships
Members are reminded that annual fees are now overdue.
A thank you to those who paid promptly and a reminder to others that competition restrictions will now be in place.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Moyneyana Tournament
Eighty players took the opportunity to compete over twenty seven holes, in ideal conditions, during the Moyneyana Open Tournament.
An additional eighty four completed the field for the inclusive eighteen hole event.
A large contingent travelled from Horsham, including their junior development squad, whilst players from Casterton and Millicent also made their annual visit for the event.
The trip proved worthwhile for Horsham golfers with Heath Jaensch (4) 111 winning the scratch 27 hole event and Stephen Briggs 113 (9) 104 taking out the handicap 27 hole event.
Local golfers featured in all other grades of the 27 and 18 hole events with Johanna Flaherty 130 (28.5) 101.5 winning the women's event.

 

 

 

Photo: Johanna Flaherty with Captain Pat Grant

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo: A jubilant Heath Jaensch with Captain Pat Grant and President John Rahilly

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo: Stephen Briggs with Captain Pat Grant

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Golfer's Day
The first new golfers day is scheduled for Tuesday 2 February. 
Anyone considering golf as a pastime, are encouraged to 'come and try'.
Club sponsored clinics will also be offered at a later date so this is a great chance to experience the sport, club and social aspects of golf.
Further details from Beryl Duncan Ph 5565 8436

 

 

 

 

Solid scoring again.
High scores of 46 points were returned in both Saturday's club competition and the Wednesday Pro competition during the past week.
Luke Tennant 44 points, Ron Key 43 points and Kerry Hutchins won their respective grade on Saturday whilst Tania Dalton 46 points was successful on Wednesday.

 

Cudmore-Cheney Challenge
State teams from Victoria and South Australia competed in the Cudmore-Cheney Challenge at Port Fairy Golf Links from Monday 18 January through to Wednesday 20 January.
This event showcases the junior female amateur talent from both states.
On Monday the girls competed in a Stableford event in very trying conditions, ensuring they will leave Port Fairy with an appreciation of the adjustments required on windy coastal courses.
Victorian girls filled the top two places on Monday and this trend continued through to Tuesday's Foursomes match play with Victoria winning two of the three matches.

 

Photo: President Anne Eccles welcomes the two teams

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo: Melissa Hui (Vic) putts out.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo: Julienne Soo (Vic) putts watched by partner in the foursomes match play Melissa Hui

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Moyneyana Tournament
Golfers are reminded that the annual 'Moyneyana 27 Hole Open Tournament' will be held this Saturday.
Fields for the 27 hole event filled very early whilst a few spots may remain in the 18 hole event and members should contact the Pro shop to book.
A 'Nine and Dine' event is also being held on Friday, tee times beginning at 4.30pm.

 

New Golfers Day
The first new golfers day is scheduled for Tuesday 2 February. 
Anyone who may be considering golf as a pastime, is encouraged to 'come and try'.
Club sponsored clinics will also be offered at a later date so this is a great chance to experience the sport, club and social aspects of golf.
Further details from Beryl Duncan phone 5565 8436

 

 

 

 

 

High Scores Required for Placings.
Saturday's Stableford event continued the trend of high scores with scores in excess of 40 points required to be among the winners list.
In addition each grade was decided by count back with 43 returned by Andrew Dwyer to win A grade; 42 by Ming Chiu in B Grade and 41 by Allan Rasmussen in C Grade.
All three were outshone by Joan Young in the women's section with an excellent 48 points.

 

Photo: Joan Young

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cudmore-Cheney Challenge
State teams from Victoria and South Australia will compete in the Cudmore-Cheney Challenge at Port Fairy Golf Links from Monday 18 January through to Wednesday 20 January.
This event showcases the elite junior female amateur talent from both states and very competitive golf of a high standard is ensured on each day from 8am.
On Monday the girls will compete in a Stableford format, whilst on Tuesday a four ball match play event will be held.
The final round on Wednesday will be an individual match play event.
The girls will also experience local sights and tours during their stay including a visit to Shaw River Buffalo Cheese.
We would invite members to come along and support the teams during each days play.

 

Moyneyana Tournament
Golfers are reminded that the annual 'Moyneyana 27 Hole Open Tournament' will be held on Saturday 23 January.
Entry forms are now available.

 

 

 

 

High Acclaim
Port Fairy Golf Links have again received outstanding recognition by being placed within Golf Australia magazine's "Best 50 Courses in Australia"
This is an Australia wide, all course rating so we are very proud to be placed at number 41 within such a prestigious group of golf courses.
The 2010 "Golf Course Guide" also rates Port Fairy highly by including it at number 9 within a list of Victoria's top ten public access courses and at number 26 Australia wide.

 

Holiday Crowds
Great golfing weather has encouraged high numbers of golfers in both competition fields and casual golfing time slots.
Fields for Saturday competitions and Wednesday pro competition are at capacity with time slots filling early, so it is important to book and if unable to play inform the club as early as possible to allow the spot to be filled.

 

 

Photo: Holiday golfers enjoying golf at Port Fairy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cudmore-Cheney Challenge
State teams from Victoria and South Australia will compete in the Cudmore-Cheney Challenge at Port Fairy Golf Links from Monday 18 January through to Wednesday 20 January.
This event showcases the elite junior female amateur talent from both states and very competitive golf of a high standard is ensured on each day from 8am.

 

Moyneyana Tournament
Golfers are reminded that the annual 'Moyneyana 27 Hole Open Tournament' will be held on Saturday 23 January.
Entry forms are now available.

 

 

 

 

The January 2010 edition of one of Australia's most prestigious, best selling golf magazines,"Golf Australia" features "AUSTRALIA'S 50 BEST COURSES 2010"  and PORT FAIRY HAS DONE IT AGAIN!  - but even  better - improving from 44th to best course in the nation in 2006 to 42nd in 2008 to 41st in 2010!

The feature says
"The ranking of 2010 is a superb mixture of classic courses - some made over for these modern times - as well as relatively new and exciting layouts.
As you read through our list you can be assured the courses featured are the best of the best - the cream of Australian golf"

The 13 judges (7 of whom were new) were each asked to submit their list of 50 courses with greater emphasis criterion to be placed on a courses design and less on it's conditioning.

The top 50 are an impressive list of courses and the Port Fairy Golf Club has every reason to be extremely  proud not only of its inclusion again but also its improved ranking.

Again only three western Victorian courses are included in this years ranking: Thirteenth Beach - Beach course, Barwon Heads and Port Fairy.

In addition Port Fairy has been ranked above some extremely well known courses including Amstel, The Vines, Club Pelican, Hope Island,  Huntingdale and Hyatt Regency Coolum with many other well known couses not attaining a top 50 ranking.

With green fees of $37 and a full membership of $445 
(and for those outside the 40km radius - a country membership of $370 ) it must be said that:

 Port Fairy has again lived up to its reputation  as
"the best value golf in the world  -  without question!"

 

Golf Australia Rankings for 2010
1. Royal Melbourne (West)
2. Kingston Heath
3. Barnbougle Dunes
4. New South Wales
5. Royal Melbourne (East)
6. The National (Moonah)
7. Royal Adelaide
8. Metropolitan
9. Victoria
10. St Andrews Beach
11. Newcastle
12. Kooyonga
13. Woodlands
14. Kennedy Bay
15. Commonwealth
16. The Lakes
17. 13 th Beach (Beach Course)
18. Lake Karrinyup
19. Peninsula (North Course)
20. Royal Sydney
21. The National (old Course)
22. Barwon Heads
23. Moonah Links (Legends)
24. The Dunes
25. Magenta Shores
26. Peninsula (South)
27. Brookwater
28. The Australian
29. Yarra Yarra
30. Royal Queensland
31. The National (Ocean Course)
32. Joondalup
33. The Glades
34. Portsea
35. The Cut
36. Royal Canberra (118)
37. Grange (West Course)
38. Elanora
39. Moonah Links (Open)
40. Settlers Run
41. Port Fairy
42. Amstel (Ranfurlie)
43. The Vines (Lakes Course)
44. Club Pelican
45. The Vintage
46. The Grand
47. Huntingdale
48. Hope Island
49. Hyatt Regancy Coolum
50. Concord

 

 

'Young and Older'
The Christmas Ambrose held on Saturday came down to a battle between the 'young and the older golfers'.
The winning group consisted of teenagers Marcus Wilkinson, Xavier McCartney and Dylan O'Keefe, all sub ten handicappers, together with Ross Moray who may have had his handicap for sale!
This win capped off a fine week for Marcus who won Wednesday's pro competition with a solid 43 points.

 

Peugeot Classic Final
Port Fairy's representatives in the state wide Peugeot Classic final represented the district with pride recently.
Although unsuccessful the team enjoyed the experience of competing at such an event and look forward to next years heats.

 

Photo: Geraldine Dalton, Judy Stephens and Helen Dwyer at Keysborough Golf Course for the final of Peugeot Classic.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sad Loss
The President, Committee and members were saddened by the passing of our distinguished Life Member, Jim Fitzwilliam.
Jim was a driving force in establishing the course in its present 'dunes' location and we will all miss the stories he had to offer of those early years.

 

 Final Captains Cup and Medallist
The final of the 2009 Captains Cup and Medal of Medallists was played on Sunday 13 December.
The addition this year of a final played by the top 20 performers in the monthly Saturday medal events proved popular and will continue in 2010.
An outstanding round returned by Tony Allen, playing off 5, of 71 (66) saw him take out both events.

 

Photo: Tony Allen

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

High Scores continue.
Another week of high scores were recorded with Dylan O'Keefe's 43 points in A Grade on Saturday being shaded by a 44 from Chris Rowan from B Grade.
The same 44 points was required by Peter Chamberlain to win Wednesdays Pro Competition.

 

Saturday Ambrose
This Saturdays competition is the Christmas Ambrose which has proven to be a popular event for district golfers.
Fields for the holiday period are sure to be large so members are reminded to have their names in early each week.
The major event in January will once again be the 27 hole Moyneyana Open held on Saturday 23 January.

We wish all members a happy festive season and good golfing over the warmer months.

 

 

 

 

'Turkey Day'
The final event on the Social Club calendar, 'Turkey Day', where all prizes are Christmas turkeys, was held on Sunday 6 December.
In her last role as 2009 President of the Social Club, Merle Rantall, thanked all who attended events over the year and particularly those who made the Christmas breakup such an enjoyable day.

 

 

Photo: Mark Jenkins and Evelyn Robertson are presented with the 'Turkey' by 2009 Social Club President Merle Rantall.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

December Captain's Cup and Monthly Medal
With 162 players taking the field the last monthly medal of the year was a keenly fought contest.
Sub par rounds were the order of the day for all grades with Michael Hunt 81 (18) 63 returning the best nett score of the day and thus awarded the Monthly Medal.
Michael will now join the other medal winners and the top 20 competitors in Captain Cups across the year to compete in a final on Sunday 13 December.

 

 

 

 

2009 Moyne Seniors Classic Run and Won
Sixty golfers from more than 35 clubs descended on Port Fairy Thursday 26^th and Friday 27 November.
Under threatening skies the field competed on Thursday afternoon in windless conditions, and with handicaps ranging all the way down to 3, excellent results were returned.
The first day's leader was VGA councillor, Pat Giles of Goonawarra, with 70 (5) 65.
With the expected storms replaced again by windless sunny skies for the second round Pat continued his good form for a 36 hole win of 143.
The nett section was awarded to Tony Hyde from Rossdale with a 138 total.

The event was a sound demonstration of the club's ability to host major events whilst the Thursday night dinner was enjoyed by all.

 

Photo: Pat Giles winner of the VGA Moyne Seniors Classic congratulated by Tony Hyde, Nett winner

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Week of extremes.
Results and conditions varied greatly over the past week. Wednesdays 25 November's Pro Comp saw 20 golfers return scores of 40 or more points, with Paul Smith returning an excellent round of 46 points off a handicap of 2 (equivalent to 8 under).
Saturday's large field set off with high hopes which came crashing down with an intense storm causing the withdrawal of many.
Oddly those that persevered received improved conditions later in the day.
The corresponding 'ball run downs' tell the tale of the days with 40 points required on Wednesday and nett 77 on Saturday.

 

 

Social Club Turkey Day
Members are reminded that Sunday 6 December is the annual 'Turkey Day'.
This event is developing into a Christmas breakup for many and an enjoyable day is ensured with a shotgun start at 12 noon.

 

 

 

 

 

Aces keep coming.
The latest golfer to receive the thrill of a hole in one was Paul Cross.
Paul plays off a handicap of 26 and scored an ace on the 11^th hole on Wednesday 18 November.
Well done Paul.

 

Photo: Paul Cross

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VGA Moyne Senior Classic
On Thursday 26 and Friday 27 November the club will host the third year of this state sanctioned 36 hole event.
Seventy of the states best senior golfers will once again compete over two days and be treated to the clubs hospitality on Thursday evening.
We are fortunate to have this event at this time as competition is keen to gain the last points available toward the years aggregate trophy.

 

Social Club
Sunday's social club field was restricted by the morning down pours however although tough conditions, no rain was experienced throughout play.
After the event elections were held for 2010 positions with John Duncan taking on the role of President while Allen Sheils remains secretary/treasurer for the Social club.
The next event is the popular 'Turkey' day on Sunday 6 December.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Great weather equals great scoring.
Ideal conditions over the past week have seen many remarkable scores returned from all competitions. In Wednesday's Pro Comp, Warrnambool golfer, Mark Lewis returned 48 points to lower his handicap by 5, whilst on Saturday 17 year old Michael Andersen celebrated his birthday two days early with 45 points and a reduction of handicap of 2 which will see him move into A grade.
Not to be outdone Judy Stephens returned a nett 29 during the 9 hole event for women golfers on Thursday

 

Women's Golf Presentations.
The Women's Golfing year drew to a close on Thursday 12 November with a 9 Hole competition followed by presentation of awards and afternoon tea.
The day was attended by a number of retired members who were invited to return to the club to enjoy the hospitality.
They were treated to a tour of the course, which has altered considerably since they played, and also showed their skill at a putting competition prior to afternoon tea.
Key awards presented were to Jill Rasmussen (Medal of Medallists), Helen Wake (Captain's Trophy), Judy Stephens (Most improved 35 to 45 handicap)

 

 

Photo: Retired members showing their skill on the putting green

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo: Retired members were treated to a tour in vehicles unfamiliar in their day

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo: Captain Barbara Mahony presents Helen Wake with the 'Captains Trophy'

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo: Jill Rasmussen (centre) was Medal of Medallists for 2009

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Peugeot Classic Success
A Port Fairy team has been successful in the regional final of the 'Women's Peugeot Classic' and will be competing in the State Final at the Keysborough Golf Club in December.
The team consists of Geraldine Dalton, Helen Dwyer and Judy Stephens.

 

Photo: Peugeot Classic finalists Geraldine Dalton, Helen Dwyer and Judy Stephens.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Presentation Night
The Clubs Annual Presentation Dinner was held on Friday 6 November. Ninety members and guests attended the dinner which was focused on congratulating our Club Champions and winners of other major events held throughout the year.
Presentations included those to Nick Hoggan (Club Champion) by 2009 captain Tony Ryan; Anne Dwyer, 5 time winner of Women's Championship, by Women's President Anne Eccles; and the victorious Division 2 WGWD pennant team.

2009 Captain Tony Ryan welcomed new Captain Pat Grant with the traditional handing over of the 'Blue Blazer'

Guests were also entertained and challenged by a series of trivia questions based on the club's history.

 

Photo: Nick Hoggan congratulated by Tony Ryan

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo: Anne Dwyer congratulated by Anne Eccles

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo: Division 2 Pennant winners

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo: Pat Grant receives captain's Blazer from outgoing captain Tony Ryan

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Committee Elected at AGM
A number of new faces were elected to committee positions at the club's recent AGM.

The 2010 Committee consists of President John Rahilly, Vice President Peter Smith, Captain Pat Grant, Vice Captain Russel Helman, Treasurer Peter Langley, Secretary Annette Learmonth, Women's President Anne Eccles, Grounds Chairman John Brebner, House Chairman Glen Mahony, Committee John O'Sullivan, Bruce Leishman, Rex Grady and Paul Ross.

 

 

 

 

 

Juniors Show the Way
Saturday's Four Ball Stroke Aggregate, played in ideal conditions, was the backdrop to again showcase the successes of the clubs junior development program.
Dylan O'Keefe teamed up with Joanna Flaherty to record an impressive total of 132.
Dylan's round of 69 (5) 64 was a highlight whilst Joanna ably assisted with 90 (22) 68.

 

Photo: Joanna Flaherty and Dylan O'Keefe

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Women Golfers Presentations.
Port Fairy Golf women extend an invitation to past women members to join us for our Presentations and Afternoon Tea on Thursday 12th Nov at 11am.
Please phone President Anne Eccles at 55626349 by 9th November if you are able to attend.

 

Give Golf A Go
Women's Golf Victoria and the Cobden golf club are hosting a series of clinics for beginners.
The clinics will be held at 10am Sunday 8, 15, and 22 of November.
To register phone Leah Sandeman 03 9524 7605.
The cost of the program is $25 or $10 for single clinics.

 

New Committee Elected at AGM
A number of new faces were elected to committee positions at the club's recent AGM.
The 2010 Committee consists of President John Rahilly, Vice President Peter Smith, Captain Pat Grant, Vice Captain Russel Helman, Treasurer Peter Langley, Secretary Annette Learmonth, Women's President Anne Eccles, Grounds Chairman John Brebner, House Chairman Glen Mahony, Committee John O'Sullivan, Rex Grady and Paul Ross.

 

 

Port Fairy Veteran Golfers
After its monthly Monday event, held on 26 October, the Port Fairy Veteran Golfers elected Mr Evan McLaren as their president for the coming season.
Mr McLaren outlined plans for 2010 which included placing a series of events for Veteran Golfers on Mondays throughout the year.
Evan will now balance his involvement with the Junior Golfing program with that of the Veterans.

 

Photo: Evan McLaren

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Social Club Visits 'The Grange'
Sunday 25 October a hardy band of 13 social Club members made the trip to "The Grange" at Stawell for the annual challenge between the two clubs.
Winning men were Paul Hickman 33pts on a count-back from Roger Learmonth 33pts. 
Women's winner was Helen Wake 42pts runner-up Annette Learmonth 34pts.
The Grange won the Shield with 32.7 to Port Fairy 31.07.

 

Women Golfers Presentations.
Port Fairy Women Golfers extend an invitation to past women members to join us for our Presentations and Afternoon Tea on Thursday 12th November at 11am.
Please phone President Anne Eccles at 5562 6349 by 9th November if you are able to attend.

 

Give Golf A Go
Women's Golf Victoria and the Cobden Golf Club are hosting a series of clinics for beginners.
The clinics will be held at 10am Sunday 8, 15, and 22 of November.
To register phone Leah Sandeman 03 9524 7605.
The cost of the program is $25 or $10 for single clinics.

 

Club AGM
Members are reminded that the Annual General Meeting is to be held on Thursday 29 October, starting at 8pm at the clubhouse.

 

First week of November shapes up.
November gets off to a flying start with the Junior Golfer's Presentation Day on Sunday 1 November. On 'Melbourne Cup Tuesday' there is a Stableford event with a SGS at 9.30 am , whilst on Friday 6 November the Annual Presentation Night will be held.
Please register your attendance for these events.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Annual Cumper/Leishman Day
This popular veterans event was once again held on Wednesday 14 October.
A strong field from across the district competed with Eric Hansford , Secretary of the Corangamite Veterans Golf Association returning a score of 37 points to win the Lionel Cumper Shield.

 

Photo: Eric Hansford (left) receives the Lionel Cumper Shield from Laurie Cumper.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Women's Knock Out Final
The final of the Women's Singles Knock Out was completed during the week with Helen Green and Judy Austin being accompanied around the final 18 holes by a band of hardy spectators.
In increasingly windy conditions the match finish at 5 and 3 with Helen Green victorious.

 

 

Photo: Helen Green (right) defeated Judy Austin in the final of the Women's Knockout

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Club Annual General Meeting
Members are reminded that the Annual General Meeting is to be held Thursday 29 October starting at 8pm at the clubhouse.

 

First week of November shapes up.
November gets off to a flying start with the Junior Golfers presentation day on Sunday 1 November.
On 'Melbourne Cup Tuesday' there is a Stableford event with a SGS at 9.30 am , whilst on Friday 6 November the Annual Presentation Night will be held.
Please watch the notice board for registrations for these events.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Legacy Charity Day
Once again the Legacy Charity Day held Saturday October 10 was a huge success with some fine scores returned and more importantly a great result financially for the Warrnambool Branch of Legacy. For the first time the winner on count back was a female golfer, Jane Thompson, whose name will be proudly displayed on the perpetual trophy.
All competitors enjoyed the golf, fine food, and a host of novelty prizes whilst the many helpers from Legacy found ways to keep them digging deep to raise over $3000.

 

Photo: Jane Thompson winner with James Affleck

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo: Wally Robertson putts during the Legacy Day

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Women's AGM
The Women's Subcommittee will be holding their AGM on Thursday 15 October at the conclusion of golf at approximately 2.30 pm.

 

October events still to come.
October continues to be a busy month with Women's Guest day, Thursday 22^nd, Sponsors Day, Friday 23^rd, and the Club's AGM, Thursday 29^th.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Legacy Charity Day
This Saturday 10th October will see the running of the fourth annual Legacy Charity Day.
A ten dollar competition fee will apply with all proceeds donated to Legacy.
Let's hope that the weather is as kind as last weekend where Brendan Rix, Xavier McCartney, Geoff Leddin, Ron Key, Ralph Ludeman and Adrian Jones all took advantage of the conditions to record sub par rounds in taking out the placings in Saturdays stroke event.

 

Photo: Brendan Rix winner of Saturday's A Grade.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

October events.
October signals the end of the golfing year with a flurry of activity. Events to watch for are the Cumper/Leishmen day for Veteran golfers, Wednesday 14^th, Women's Subcommittee AGM, Thursday 15^th, Women's Guest day, Thursday 22^nd, Sponsors day, Friday 23^rd, and the Clubs AGM, Thursday 29^th.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Social Club Shield
The third and final round of the Social Club shield was held on Sunday September 27 with Ann Eccles and Alan Shiels winning the annual aggregate event in their respective divisions.

 

Photo: Social Club Sheild winners Alan Sheils and Ann Eccles

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Football and weather win.
Only 36 players competed for the Club Foursomes Championship held 'Grand Final' Saturday.
All groups completed this faster version of the game prior to the AFL kick off.
Congratulations to Glenn Smith and Greg Bacon, winners of the handicap division, and Troy Richardson and Xavier McCartney, Scratch winners.

 

 

 

 

 

 'Alec Calvert' Junior Open Championship
Keen junior golfers took part in the clubs Junior Open Championship held Monday 21 September.
This event has been renamed in honour of Alec Calvert who worked tirelessly to promote junior golf within the Corangamite golfing district.
This year, 17 year old Jack Redford, who is a member of both Port Fairy and Warrnambool golf club's scored an impressive 71 off the stick to take the title.
His name will be added to the trophy which also features the name of Mark Leishman, whose success in the Professional ranks highlights the possibilities within this sport.

 

Photo: Jack Redford with Junior Coordinator Evan McLaren (and Vice Captain Pat Grant in back ground)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Photo Joanna Flaherty with Junior coordinator Evan McLaren

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Conditions dominate.
Conditions dominated scoring throughout the week with wind providing a challenge for Saturday's 4BBB players and the later groupings in the Pro Comp on Wednesday.
Those conditions would have been welcomed however by the hardy Women golfers on Thursday.
Their field took a pounding with only 10 players recording completed cards.

 

 

 

 

Scores Vary
Contrasting results were returned from various events during the week which reflect weather conditions for spring golf.
Whilst Saturday golfers could muster mid thirty point scores in the Stableford event, some Wednesday players shot outstanding scores. The highest return for the week was from Chris Politis with 46 stableford points playing off a handicap of 24.

 

Amenities Day
Thursday saw the annual Amenities Day contested by players from adjoining clubs enjoying a 3BBB Stroke competition.
The club wishes to thank all those who played and contributed to the fund raising on the day.
Winners on count back were C. Clarke, L. Hammond and J. Mahney with a score of 127 from S. Holcombe, A. Hunt and J. Smock.

 

Photo: Winners of the Annual Amenities Day Competition: President Anne Eccles presents winners C Clarke, L Hammond, J Mahney

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lockett Cup.
Round two of the Lockett Cup was completed during the past week with Leon Cook and Phil Laird defeating John McIlroy and Terry Hadden 3 and 4;  Mark Jenkins and Rex Grady defeating Gavan Nunn and Neil Lowe 2 up; Eddie Hoy and Alex Rochfort defeating Neil Cahill and Alan Sheils 2 and 1 whilst Daniel Jolly and Mal McEachern defeated father and son combination, Graham and Braith King 3 and 2.

 

Foursomes Knockout
In Women's golf the annual Foursomes Knockout has been played over the past weeks with a good deal of interest being generated by keen competition.
In the final Beryl Duncan and Helen Green competed against the pairing of Dot Hughes and Barbara Mahony in front of a number of spectators with Beryl and Helen emerging victorious.

 

Photo: Beryl Duncan, Helen Green winners of the 2009 Foursomes with runners up Dot Hughes and Barbara Mahony.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Windy Conditions Make Scoring Difficult in Four Ball event
The wind returned on Saturday to make scoring difficult during the qualifying round of the Lockett Trophy Four Ball Aggregate Par competition, with only three teams managing to return positive scores.
The draw for the second round will match Leon Cook and Phil Laird against John McIlroy and Terry Hadden; Mark Jenkins and Rex Grady against Gavan Nunn and Neil Lowe; Eddie Hoy and Alex Rochfort against Neil Cahill and Alan Shiels; whilst Daniel Jolly and Mal McEachern will take on Graham King and Braith King.

 

Ace
Alan Rasmussen was delighted on Wednesday to record his first Hole In One.
Alan's shot on the 8^th hole rolled directly toward the hole however both his playing partners wear glasses and celebrations were stalled until an inspection revelled the ball safely in the cup.

 

Photo: Alan Rasmussen's name can now be displayed on the Hole In One board which already carries the name of his wife Jill, twice!

 

 

 

 

 

 

WGWD Country Teams Event
A Three Person Ambrose was held at the Port Fairy Golf Course on Friday 14th August. 
In fine sunny conditions 27 Teams competed, a total of 81 ladies, representing Portland, Terang, Warrnambool, East Framlingham, Cobden, Peterborough, Hamilton, Camperdown, Macarthur, Lake Bolac, Heywood and Port Fairy.  

The annual event is held to assist with costs in sending a selected team of the districts elite golfers to Melbourne over 3 days to compete in the Country Teams event in early September at various top courses.  

The team was announced, after the daily presentation of trophies and presented with their jumpers and vests.
The team consists of Debbie Rix, Marli Sharp, Carol Bennett (Cobden) Marion Venn, Judy Carmody (Terang) Alison Sinclair, Di Robinson, Trish Sullivan (Warrnambool) Sandy Stewart, Ellen Zeunert, Debbie Driscoll, Ros Brooks (Portland) Wendy Rogers (Heywood) Margaret Hesketh (Peterborough).
Thelma Green (Cobden) is the team Captain and WGWD District Delegate is Chairperson of selection committee.

 

Photo: Women's Golf Western District Country Team

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shipwreck Coast Classic.
The 9^th annual Shipwreck Coast Classic was held on the Port Fairy and Warrnambool courses on the weekend.
The field of 160 enjoyed fairer conditions than in recent years however no sub par rounds were recorded from the A grade field which include 25 competitors playing off handicaps lower than 4, some from the plus ranges.
Andrew Kelly playing off a handicap of +1 and Kris Mueck playing off scratch returned par rounds on Saturday at Port Fairy with Kris maintaining his form on Sunday at Warrnambool to take out the title.

 

Photo: Successful in the Women's section of the Shipwreck Coast classic were Sue Hoffman and Alison Sinclair

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Silver Spoon
Thursday's women's Stableford event also saw the final of the 'Silver Spoon' with Marlene Hoy victorious with 33 pts.
Congratulations to Marlene and good golfing when representing the club in the final later in the year.

 

WGWD Royal Women's Hospital Charity Day
The regional final for the Royal Women's Hospital Charity Golf event was completed at Port Fairy on Friday7 August with the winning team coming from Terang.

 

Photo: Terang pair will represent WGWD in the finals.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monthly Medals
The August Captains Cup and Monthly Medal was contested last Saturday with Tony Hoy from C grade a clear winner with a nett score of 67.
Kevin Leddin and John Watterson both returned nett 70 to win A and B grades respectively.
This week also saw the July Women's medal decided on Thursday with Isabel Pitmen, B Grade, returning nett 73.

 

Photo: Isabel Pitmen July Medal winner

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Western District Senior Ladies.
Winners of the Western District Senior Ladies event held Friday 31 August at Port Fairy were Marlene Hoy (Port Fairy), Rosemary Walters (Warrnambool) and Isabel Pitman (Port Fairy).

 

Photo: Marlene Hoy, Rosemary Walters and Isabel Pitman

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Staff Change.
After 17 years dedicated service Andrew Dwyer has left the ground staff to explore farming opportunities with wife Anne.
The club wish them well with their venture and hope they can find time to continue to play golf regularly.
Troy Richardson has accepted a position to join our staff and will bring a sound knowledge of the turf industry to the job.

 

Photo: Andrew Dwyer and side kick 'Rioli'

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shipwreck Coast Classic.
This weekend Port Fairy together with Warrnambool Golf Club host the 9^th running of the Shipwreck Coast Classic.
A full field, consisting of some of the state's top golfers will assemble in Port Fairy Saturday for the first 18 holes and then travel to Warrnambool on Sunday for the concluding rounds.
Members, not competing in the event, are most welcome at the non- host venue on the alternate days.
Please phone the clubs for details.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday Par event
A solid field of 122 players competed in Saturdays Par event. +2 was needed to win A and B grades whilst a +4 was recorded by Anthony Jewell to win C grade.
The outstanding result for the day was a +10 returned by Ann Rendell in the Women's division.
The handicapper will certainly look at that result Ann!

 

Photo: Ann Rendell was overjoyed to display an excellent result of +10 on Saturday

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Club Cup
The Club Cup was decided with a final round between Andrew Dwyer and Mark McLaren completed on Saturday.
Congratulations to Andrew who won the final 4 and 2.

 

Photo: Mark McLaren Congratulates Andrew Dwyer after the final of the Club Cup

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Planting Continues
The club was fortunate again to obtain the assistance of visiting overseas students to help with the replanting of vegetation at the western end of the course last week.
A large number of plants were replaced on both sides of the boundary to enhance roosting vegetation for orange bellied parrots.

 

Photo: All hands to work. Visiting overseas students help with replanting.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stableford Returns
After a number of weeks of Par and Stroke events, Stableford made its return to Saturdays.
The wind however made scoring difficult with a CCR of 73 eventuating.
The winning score was returned by Dylan O'Keefe in A grade with 38 points.
Des Allely and John Harris were successful in B and C grades respectively.

 

Photo:Dylan O'Keefe concentrating on his putting technique

 

 

 

 

 

 

Club Cup
The finalists have now been decided in the club cup after Andrew Dyer and Mark McLaren won their respective semi finals at the weekend. Good luck to both for the final.

 

'Christmas in July'
After the initial 'cloudburst' the field for the women's President versus Captains Day enjoyed the challenges of the teams event.
With the golf decided, all settled in for an enjoyable 'Christmas in July' style afternoon tea.

 

 

Photo: Christmas is always fun, even in July!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Only the hearty few.
The field for Saturday's Four Ball Better Ball Par event was severely curtailed by the continuation of wet and cold conditions.
Only 64 players completed the event which was considerably smaller than the field of 90 players who took to the course in the finer weather conditions experienced on Wednesday.

Congratulations to the team of Judy Stephens, Geraldine Dalton and Helen Dwyer who took out Port Fairys heat of the Peugeot Classic last Thursday.

 

Club Cup
The second round of the Club Cup, played as handicap match play, saw Ben Hay defeat Paul Farley, Mark McLaren defeat Tony Allen, Andrew Dwyer defeat Greg Creek and Mark Jenkins victorious over Steve Englehart.
The semi finals will see Ben Hay playing Mark McLaren with AndrewDwyer taking on Mark Jenkins for the positions in the final.

 

Women's Foursomes
The second round of the 'knock out' Women's Foursomes has eight pairings competing for positions in the semi finals.
Teams are reminded that these matches are to be completed by Tuesday 21 July.

 

Photo: Mary Anscombe putts, watched by partner Pam Brebner and opposition pair Anne Eccles and Merle Rantall in a Round two match of the Women