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The Week at Wenty
Firstly, I need to apologise to all of those who read the results in the blue Mountains Gazette. We had a wee incident during the always eventful school run occur, involving a Tourist who has or possibly has not a license to drive in Australia, an old Ford with dodgy brake lights and a sudden stop on the way over the bridge just south of Wenty shops. Deadlines were missed and for that I apologise.
Another 180 competitive rounds last week and that puts us at a massive 520 rounds better than last year, YTD. Thanks to all of our members and visitors. With spring only just over a month away, we are on track to record the best competition rounds result in 6 years.
It’s just great to see a lot of our midweek warriors getting amongst the coin and even though the blood moon hid itself behind cloud cover on Saturday morning, this rare event was eclipsed (could not resist that one) when Bill McInnes lobbed his tee shot on the 9th to 39cm and again won the jackpot hole. Yes, again. Twice. Bill has now included the Jackpot Hole funds in his annual budget and thanks you all. Oh, he also won the Saturday Mystery Hole.
In the Clubhouse…………………………..,
Everyone has taken to our July Sponsor’s Satyr range and Coca-Cola’s Yenda beers continue to be a favourite. Whilst Manuel still chases rats around the kitchen for another week in Faulty Tales, we have lots of great events coming up in August, the highlight being the return of the Elvis festival on the weekend of 17th, 18th and 19th . This event was a blast last year and this year they have international Elvis’s in the line up. The spaceship Elvis is about to land at Wenty so get some tickets and enjoy. On 11th August, we have our Katoomba HS Trivia night. Tom Daniels will be our Quiz Master for this one so the night will be a cracker and funds go towards a great public school that many of us have a history with.
On the 25th we have our Rotary Trivia Event. Come and support another great community cause.
On the course………………………………….,
Tuesday’s Medley continues to grow in part due to regular visitors from our sister clubs. Ro Perry made the best of great conditions and scored an impressive 40 points. Ron Wiseman was the best of the locals.
On Thursday, John Fuller again took the prize. There is an air of Tiger Woods at his peek with John right now. After winning the inaugural Coca Cola Challenge at the end of June, it seems that everyone else is playing for second when John is in the field. I’m sure the handicapper will finally have their way but right now John is enjoying his very own Xmas in July. John Roberts scored the Golden Ticket in partnering up with Mr Fuller to take out the teams. Leonie Wilson won the Ladies event as she herself continues her great form. Keep it going Leonie as a ticket to Bonneville awaits in a couple of weeks when we host the Ladies District final of Keno 4Ball with a place in the State Final up for grabs.
Saturday was not only our July Monthly Medal, but also the qualifier for this year’s Winston Pickering Graded Matchplay Championships. Grant Underwood, Murray Patterson and Adrian Pabian all had a 69 net so the A Grade July Medal will have to be decided next month. Colin Stockley finished as the number 1 seed in the A Grade Matchplay qualifier. He will play Danny Waugh who snuck in at the expense of Dave Cullen who had a bit of trouble getting his ball acquainted with the cup on the 18th. We all know how you feel Dave. As we all know, whether rain, hail or shine, Colin always delivers but beware the lefty. In B Grade, Joss Bennet took the medal, the Guzzler and topped the rankings in the Matchplay qualifier. Joss has been seen regularly out practicing(should be banned) since he moved in across from the ninth hole, so my money is on Joss this year. Having said that, the Hunter is lurking. Gary filled his trophy cabinet last year so will always be a threat. In C Grade, Bob Shakeshaft won the medal from Gerald Murray, with John Fuller coming in third. (There’s that name again) In the C Grade qualifier, we have youth and colour. The youth is supplied by Jacob and Lachlan Cullen whereas the colour is supplied by Andy McLean. Andy takes on Jacob in the 1 vs 8 matchup. Sunglasses are a must Jacob. Johnny Byrne takes on the other young’un’ in Lachlan Cullen. Winter is when John shines so look out Lachie.
In the Women’s event, Sue West closed out her round with a chip-in net eagle on the 15th, a net birdie on the 17th and another net eagle on the 18th. That sort of finish will always see you challenge for the win and was good enough to nudge out the Club Champ Kerry Regan. The Golden Goblet is again hers. For someone who hates the cold, Winter Golf certainly seems to agree with her.
Wenty Juniors
Ryan Ivery can now play from the tees after breaking the magical 15 point barrier in his Cadets round on Sunday. Next step… an official handicap.
Here are the results from Sunday’s Junior 10-hole Challenge: 1st – Oliver Cullen, 22 points; =2nd – Ryan Ivery & Jesse Hardaker, 18 points; =4th – Lachlan Cullen & Harry Daniels, 12 points; 6th – Rylan Cullen, 11 points; 7th – William Taiyakupt, 8 points; 8th – Mitchell Browne, 4 points.
In the Saturday Open Competition, Aiden Cullen won the junior prize with Nett 77.
A reminder that Wentworth Falls Pro Shop will be holding a Family Fun Day on Sunday 2nd September. This will be a day of many fun-filled golfing activities, including 4-person Ambrose, putt-putt golf, inflatable hitting net, BBQ and more.
Don’t forget our weekly junior clinics. The advanced clinic is on Tuesday’s and the beginner’s clinic is on Wednesday’s. Both clinics start at 4pm and are completely FREE of charge. For more information contact Wentworth Falls Pro Shop on 4757 1202.
Upcoming Events
Thursday 2nd August: Women’s Silver Salver Knockout Commences
Friday 3rd/ Saturday 4th: Faulty Tales in the clubhouse
Saturday 11th August: Club Handiskins Commences
Saturday 11th August: Katoomba HS Trivia night in the clubhouse
Saturday 11th August: Cock-Of-the -Walk Qualifying
Sunday 12th August: Golf NSW Men’s 4 Ball District Qualifier
Monday 20th August: Golf NSW Women’s 4 Ball District Qualifier
Saturday 25th August: Rotary Trivia night in the clubhouse