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Berger Paints 2025

The society played for the Berger Paints@ Downshire Golf Course.
On a beautiful sunny day, our newest member Frankie Ruocco scored a fantastic 40pts to win his first trophy with the society.
He was followed by Ian Brades with 37pts, 3rd Mark McCarthy 36pts & 4th Michael Payne 35pts

Nearest the Pin- Colin Parker 5ft 9 “
Best Endeavour Neil Mallinson
Ball Sweep Winners – Ian Brades, Colin Parker, Martin White, Leon Pharo x 2 & Chris Grant

Handicap Adjustments
Frankie Ruocco 20
Keith Palmer 12

Next Fixtures

18th/19th May – Presidents Weekend – Manor of Groves – Details to be provided to those attending – meet 11.30 -11.45am
31st May – Len Horne Cups - Downshire GC Tee off 10.00am - Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All names required to Terry by 23.05.25
7th June - Sheertmetalcraft Hurtmore GC 09:00am Tee Off Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All names required to Terry by 30.05.25
21st June - Parkers Claret Jug Sandford Springs GC - Meet 10.30am- Full Breakfast - 1st Tee off 12.24pm – Names all now confirmed

Hunters Cup 2025

The society played for the Hunters Cup @ its annual visit to Hinksey Heights GC.
After a dull start to the morning , The days weather brightened up and became a beautiful warm day.
The course was in great condition, with the greens being extremely difficult once again.
Enjoying the nice weather was John Huggins who scored 35pts to claim victory.
3 players then followed all on 34pts
2nd place was Kevin Sowery with 34pts , (B3)
3rd place was Steve Walsh, (B9)
4th Neil Gibbins

Nearest the Pin- Leon Pharo 14ft 4”
Best Endeavour George Sage
Ball Sweep Winner – John Huggins

Handicap Adjustments
Chris Grant 10
Donald Kirby 16

Next Fixtures

10.05.25 – Berger Paint - Downshire GC Tee off 11.00am - Bacon Rolls/Coffee - - Please check with Terry ASAP if any spaces are now available (We have maximum of 36 players, 9 tee times)
18th/19th May – Presidents Weekend – Manor of Groves – Details to be provided accordingly to those attending.
31st May – Len Horne Cups - Downshire GC Tee off 10.00am - Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All names required to Terry by 23.05.25

Bracknell Glazing 2025

The society played for the Bracknell Glazing @ Downshire GC

Firstly, on behalf of all the society, we would like to say thank you to Grahame Roberts for sponsoring the day and providing a fantastic array of prizes

The day started off with a few spots of rain but by the afternoon was a beautiful sunny day,

Taking advantage of the weather was Chris Grant who scored a brilliant 39pts to win the day, He was followed by our Captain Martin White with 38pts

3rd Barry Gough 36pts

4th George Sage 35pts

5th Ian Brades 34pts (B9)

There was also a mystery team event, this was won by Cyril Horne, Steve Walsh, Roly Parker & George Sage

Nearest the Pin-

Hole 3 – Martin White 3ft 1 “

Hole 7 – Steve Burkmar 14ft

Hole 14 – Cyril Horne 10ft 7 “

Hole 17 – Chris Grant 6ft 1 “

Ball Sweep Winners - Chris Grant x 2, Barry Gough & Ian Brades

Best Endeavour Neville Payne

Handicap Adjustments

Chris Grant 9

Martin White 16

Neil Wheatcroft 27

Bob Devonport 27

Pat Dowling 14

Ted Caton 26

Grahame Roberts 17

Frankie Ruocco 22 (3 cards)

Next Fixtures

26.04.25 - Hunters Cup - Hinksey Heights - Tee Off 09.00am - Bacon Rolls/Coffee- All names to Terry by 18.04.25

10.05.25 – Berger Paint - - Downshire GC Tee off 11.00am - Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All names to Terry by 25.04.25 if possible (in case we need to increase number of tee times with Downshire)

18th/19th May – Presidents Weekend – Manor of Groves – Details to be provided accordingly to those attending.

Aercon Trophy 2025

The society played for the Aercon Trophy @ Alton GC
The day was a beautiful sunny day, and those who played agreed the course was in fantastic condition, with the greens once again being lightning quick.

Once again, the scores proved how difficult a course Alton is to play. Winning for the third year in a row at this course was Neil Mallinson with 33pts, He was followed by Keith Palmer who scored 32pts beating Steve Walsh also with 32pts on the B9

Colin Parker would have been 4th with 32pts but unfortunately was disqualified under society rules for signing for the wrong score, Ian Brades was therefore promoted to 4th place with 31pts

Nearest the Pin- Ian Brades
Ball Sweep Winners - None; Carry Over to Downshire 19.04.25 (Those who played Bird Hills but not Alton will need to pay £1.00 extra, Those who played neither Extra £2.00)

Best Endeavour Ian Roberts

Handicap Adjustments
Carl Venning 12

Next Fixtures
19.04.25 - Bracknell Glazing - Downshire GC Tee off 09.00am - Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All spaces now filled (36) – Unable to get any additional tee times – Please let Terry know ASAP if for any reason you can’t play latest by 11.04.25
26.04.25 - Hunters Cup - Hinksey Heights - Tee Off 09.00am - Bacon Rolls/Coffee- All names to Terry by 18.04.25

10.05.25 – Len Horne Trophies - - Downshire GC Tee off 11.00am - Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All names to Terry by 25.04.25 if possible (in case we need to increase number of tee times with Downshire)

Barry Warren 2025

The society played for the Barry Warren Trophy at Bird Hills GC,
This was the first visit to Birds Hills for the society since pre lockdown 2020, Those who played would agree it was good to be back playing this venue.
The weather forecasters, predicted shower spells in the afternoon, However this was avoided, and we had a dry and beautiful day, with most being able to play in t-shirts (a couple even in shorts)
Apart few bad patches/spots on a couple of fairways, the course was in good condition and the greens were Immaculate, probably the best we have played on so far this year.
Winning the day with 40pts was Kevin Sowery, He was followed by Chris Grant with 38pts, 3rd Andy Parker with 34pts who beat Chris Wingate on the back nine who also had 34pts and was 4th

Nearest the Pin- Grahame Roberts 17ft 6”
Ball Sweep Winners - None; Carry Over (Those playing Alton, who did not play Sat, will need to pay £1.00 extra towards this)
Best Endeavour Alan Husher

Handicap Adjustments
Colin Parker 14
Kevin Sowery 16
Martin White 17
Neville Payne 17

Next Fixtures
05.04.25 - Aercon Trophy - Alton GC - Tee off 08.30am Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All buggy spaces now filled, only walking spaces left, all names to Terry by 28.03.25
19.04.25 - Bracknell Glazing - Downshire GC Tee off 09.00am - Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All names to Terry by 11.04.25 - (Buggies should be available for this date, would need to check with Terry if any spaces left for these)
26.04.25 - Hunters Cup - Hinksey Heights - Tee Off 09.00am - Bacon Rolls/Coffee- All names to Terry by 18.04.25 (Buggies should be available for this date, would need to check with Terry if any spaces left for these)

Eaton Bowl 2025

The society played for the Eaton Bowl at Downshire GC
The previous weekends weather of 18°c gave those playing false hope that we were now over the cold weather spells, even though the day though dry, it was still cold with maximum 9°c.

The course was in good condition for the time of the year, but still a few ropey spots on both the fairways and greens

Winning the day with 35 pts was Roly Parker, who was followed by Kevin Sowery with 34pts, who beat Ian Brades on the back 9, who also had 34pts.

Nearest the Pin- Steve Walsh 16ft 3 ½”

Ball Sweep Winners - Frankie Ruocco, Ian Brades & Andy Parker
Best Endeavour Cyril Horne

Handicap Adjustments
Gary Major 17

Next Fixtures
22.03.25 - Barry Warren - Bird Hills 10.30am Tee Off Bacon Rolls/Coffee All names now given

05.04.25 - Aercon Trophy - Alton GC - Tee off 08.30am Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All buggy spaces now filled, only walking spaces left, all names to Terry by 28.03.25

19.04.25 - Bracknell Glazing - Downshire GC Tee off 09.00am - Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All names to Terry by 11.04.25 - (Buggies should be available for this date, would need to check with Terry if any spaces left for these)

26.04.25 - Hunters Cup - Hinksey Heights - Tee Off 09.00am - Bacon Rolls/Coffee- All names to Terry by 18.04.25 (Buggies should be available for this date, would need to check with Terry if any spaces left for these)

Society Trophy 2025

The society played for the Society Trophy at Hampshire GC
After heavy rain the previous evening, the course was a little wet in patches but still in good condition for the time of the year.,
However, the day itself , produced the best weather of the season so far (apart from 10-20mins of rain, which most of the society got caught in) with several players in short sleeve t-shirts.

Winning his 3rd game of the season was Gary Major with 37 pts ( this despite him falling down hills, cutting his head on bushes and almost getting hit by a car)
He was followed by Keith Palmer with 36pts, 3rd Colin Parker 35pts & 4th Neil Wheatcroft 34pts B6

Nearest the Pin- Paul Mallinson 18ft 5”
Ball Sweep Winners - Alan Husher & Keith Palmer
Best Endeavour Chris Wingate

Handicap Adjustments
Gary Major 16
Barry Gough 15
Terry Gough 19
John Huggins 19
Michael Payne 19
Leon Pharo 14 (3rd card)

Next Fixtures
** Buggies have been reserved for Downshire and Bird Hills Golf Courses, but only if weather permitting, the respective courses will decide if the buggies are permitted to be used however with current conditions it would be highly unlikely that they will be available for either of these events. Therefore, please let Terry know if you can walk either course if buggies are not available on the day - We will try to confirm ASAP nearer the dates for both events**
15.03.25 - Eaton Bowl - Downshire GC 09.00am Tee Off Bacon Rolls/Coffee All names to Terry by 07.03.25
22.03.25 - Barry Warren - Bird Hills 10.30am Tee Off Bacon Rolls/Coffee All names to Terry by 14.03.25

Asendia Trophy 2025

The society played for the Asendia Trophy at Hurtmore GC
The weather was miserable all day, with constant drizzle and cold wind, which unfortunately resulted in some players having to withdraw after 9 holes.
Those who did manage to finish the round were glad of the warmth in the clubhouse at the end of the round.
The weather made the course tough to play, though all would agree the greens were still In immaculate condition and still very fast despite all the rain.

A few players seemed to enjoy the wet day, with Alan Husher scoring 41pts to win the day, he was followed by Mark McCarthy with 40pts
3rd Paul Mallinson 38pts
4th Chris Grant 35pts (B9)

Nearest the Pin- Jeff Hunter 4ft 6ins
Ball Sweep Winners - Martin White
Best Endeavour Bob Devonport

Handicap Adjustments
Alan Husher 16
Mark McCarthy 13
Kevin Sowery 18
Mickey Sewell 26

22.02.25 Society Trophy The Hampshire GC 11:00am Tee Off Bacon Rolls/Coffee All names to Terry by 14.02.25

15.03.25 - Eaton Bowl - Downshire GC 09.00am Tee Off Bacon Rolls/Coffee All names to Terry by 07.03.25

22.03.25 - Barry Warren - Bird Hills 10.30am Tee Off Bacon Rolls/Coffee All names to Terry by 14.03.25

Blackburn Bailey 2025

The society played for the Blackburn Bailey Trophy at The Hampshire GC

The day was cold but dry again (not as cold as the previous event) and the course wasn’t frozen this time, Conditions still made the course play longer than normal.

Winning the day and now back-to-back wins was Gary Major with 37pts

He was followed by Pat Dowling with 33pts (B9)

3rd Tom Husher 33pts (B6)

4th Ian Brades 33pts

Nearest the Pin- Steve Walsh 15ft 8”

Ball Sweep Winners - Barry Gough, Steve Walsh

Best Endeavour Aubrey Britton

Handicap Adjustments

Gary Major 18

Terry Staniford 8

Grahame Roberts 16

Rhys Kirby 21

Next Fixtures

08.02.25 Asendia Trophy Hurtmore GC 10:30am Tee Off Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All names to Terry by 31.01.25

22.02.25 Society Trophy The Hampshire GC 11:00am Tee Off Bacon Rolls/Coffee All names to Terry by 14.01.25

Reminders

Membership £80.00

Singles £10.00

Doubles £10.00

All membership and Singles/Doubles monies must be paid by 31st January

Founders Cup 2025

The society played its second game of the season at Datchet GC for the Founders Cup

With very cold and freezing conditions, this made for some interesting golf, causing some strange bounces all over the course and tough to stop the ball on the green.

This was reflected in the scores with only 2 out of 20 members scoring over 30pts

Winning the day and finally being eligible to win, Gary Major scored 34pts, followed by Carl Venning with 31pts and Paul Mallinson 28pts (B9)

We also had 1 guest in attendance(The President of Datchet GC) Tony Ash, who scored a brilliant score of 36pts.

Nearest The Pin - Martin White 4ft 3” (No idea how he managed to get the ball to stop on the solid greens)

Ball Sweep Winners - Martin White

Best Endeavour Chirs Grant

Handicap Adjustments

Steve Walsh 12

Jim Staniford 17

Next Fixtures

18.01.25 Blackburn Bailey The Hampshire GC 10:00am Tee off Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All names now given to Terry

08.02.25 Asendia Trophy Hurtmore GC 10:30am Tee Off Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All names to Terry by 31.01.25

Reminders

Membership £80.00

Singles £10.00

Doubles £10.00

All membership and Singles/Doubles monies must be paid by 31st January

Jim Wild Cup 2025

The society played its opening game of the season at The Hampshire GC for the Jim Wild Cup.

To start with the society welcomed in our new captain and vice-captain for 2025 Mr Martin White and Mr Colin Parker.

On a cold but dry day, Tom Husher scored a fantastic score of 40pts, however under the society rules he we not eligible to win the competition and was 3rd in the standings.

Therefore, with a great score of 35pts Terry Staniford claimed 1st place, beating Carl Venning on the back 9, who also scored 35pts.

3rd Tom Husher

4th Roly Parker 34pts B9

Nearest The Pin - Kevin Sowery 10ft 2”

Ball Sweep Winners - None - Carry over to Datchet GC 12.01.25 (those who didn’t play Sat will need to pay additional £1.00 for this)

Best Endeavour Mark McCarthy

Handicap Adjustments

Tom Husher 21

Chris Wingate 17

Mark McCarthy 14

George Sage 27

Terry Staniford 7

Next Fixtures

Founders Cup Datchet GC 10:00am tee off - Full Breakfast/Coffee (Sunday) - All names to Terry by 03.01.25

Blackburn Bailey The Hampshire GC 10:00am Tee off Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All names to Terry by 17.01.25

Asendia Trophy Hurtmore GC 10:30am Tee Off Bacon Rolls/Coffee - All names to Terry by 31.01.25

Reminders

Membership £80.00

Singles £10.00

Doubles £10.00

All membership and Singles/Doubles monies must be paid by 31st January

End of Season

After another fantastic presentation evening, the 2024 season has now concluded
We hope you all enjoyed the year and congratulations to all the winners during the year and for Mr Ian Brades who won both Golfer of The Year & Eclectic 2024.
All the society would like to thank our outgoing captain Mr Ian Brades for a brilliant year, and hope you enjoyed every moment of it.
With that said we would like to welcome the new incoming captain for 2025 Mr Martin White and his vice-captain Mr Colin Parker
Once again, we would also like to say a massive thank to our outgoing secretary after 26 years Mr George sage and wish all the best to the new secretary Mr Terry Staniford. At the same time, we would also thank Mr John Huggins who is also stepping down from the committee after many years’ service.
I'm sure you would all agree we are looking forward to the new season already.

New fixture list to be added before next game.

Merry Christmas to you all. For those not playing on 30th Happy New Year.

Reminder -
Next event
28.12.24 – Jim Wild Cup - Hampshire Golf tee off 10.04 Bacon Rolls/Coffee included All names needed by 20.12.24 (Wed due to x-mas period)

Reminded
Membership £80.00
Singles Competition £10.00
Doubles Competition
£10.00
All Fees to be paid by 31.01.25

New Green Fee’s (Excluding special events, Parkers Day, Presidents Weekend, Captains Day)
Members £45.00
Guests £50.00