Division 3 Pennant Team at Barwon Heads last Sunday
Captains Report with Alan Sweeney, 11th April 2016
Monthly medal winner for April was Steve Miller with a great score of nett 65, Bob Stoward with a nett 66 thought it was his day, but it was not to be, never mind Bob you keep popping up to win the pro pin on a regular basis.
As mentioned in my last report, the Senior pennant season is well on the way. Unfortunately, our division one team has lost their opening three games which will make it hard for them to remain in division one. Having said that, we have the players and there is a long way to go, so with a bit of determination they could stay up in division one. The division three side have won one and lost one, so they are still in the hunt, again some grit and determination will see them up there when it counts.
Can’t say much for our two veteran sides, neither team will be featuring in the finals but we put up a good show.
Before I finish a few issues were discussed at the Match Committee meeting, and one that is worth a mention is scratching the green when moving the disc for the nearest to the pin when it interferes with your line. There is no need to mark the green, please replace the disc with a flat plastic marker and I am sure the green staff would be appreciative.
Just before closing, mens golf committeeman Bob Stoward is leaving Portarlington at the beginning of May and going back to his roots in Tasmania. I would like to thank Bob for all his good work on the Committee over this last four years, you will be missed Bob and good golfing on the Apple Isle!
Captains Report with Alan Sweeney, 23rd March 2016
Some welcome rain last Friday, but I am not sure the ladies appreciated the downpour seeing that some Ladies had to complete 36 holes.
The pennant season is now on the way and both teams were presented with their team shirts at a small gathering of the players on Thursday evening of last week. This year Melbourne Bathrooms and Kitchens are sponsoring both division one and division three teams.
Portarlington hosted the division 3 teams with Portarlington starting of the season with a bye.
Our division one side came up against a very strong 13th Beach Side, and although the score line does not look the best, all but two games were pretty close, Rob White had a great win and it was a credit to the team listed below:
Rob White, James Harvey, Sean Rogers, Micheal Havelberg, Justin McGrath, Phil Toyne and Gavin Whyley.
The guys who will represent Portarlington in division 3 are as follows, Sam Moor, Joel Launer, Darren Heaton, Brian Hazell, Stuart Anderson, Stu Olver and Max Edmanson. Also, joining the division one team is Josh Kent, and the guys will have to be on their toes to keep their place.
Keeping on pennant, our first Vets team in division one had a good win at Lonsdale, but sadly the guys in the division two side went down yet again. Hopefully, the division one guys can win all their remaining games and with a little help from the other teams, we may make the finals.
The March medal was won by Richard Hassett with a great score of a net 62, well done Richard.
Last but not least, the annual mens foursomes championships was held over the weekend, although this is a major event for the men we do not get the entries we would like for a board event. However, 10 teams completed the second round on the Sunday with the eventual winners being Gavin Whyley and Rick Edmanson, followed by Ian Flanders and Ken Foxcroft, Ian and Ken were leading all day until Gav and Rick had a great 79 off the stick late in the day. Well done to all who played.
Captains Report with Alan Sweeney, 2nd March 2016
As we all know, February has been a very busy month with two major events held at our great course, plus trade days. The EJ Whitten Charity day was a great success, with around 100 players taking on the golf course. The weather was fine and every one who participated had a great day. I am sure the event will be back next year - watch this space.
The Pro Am, what can I say, it just gets better and better. The event was a great success and only praise was received from the competitors and the professionals. The course was a picture, and a credit to Steve and his team. Well done.
On Sunday, the Taffy and Jean Carpenter event was held, with the eventual winners being Rebecca Waldron and Barry Ruler. I had a quick chat with Barry and he said Rebecca played really well, but I had my moments (so modest!), well done Rebecca and Barry.
Again we are troubled with slow play, folks if you can’t see the players in front of your group please try and make up the time. One way to improve the speed is mark your card after you have hit i.e. ready golf, we should not have four and a half hour rounds playing stable ford.
Bad news for the Veterans Pennant teams, with three more rounds to go it does not look like we will be playing finals. However, you never know and they never give up.
One more problem Gents, please be aware that Ladies do play on Saturday and Thursday, we still have issues with guys not using the toilets provided.
Before I sign off, Clifton Springs has offered their regular compps to us for next Tuesday (Mens) and Wednesday (Ladies) for their comp fee only (no green fees) while our greens are being cored. Please call the Clifton Springs GC, 5251 3391 to make your booking if you would like to exercise this option.
Captains Report with Alan Sweeney at 10th February 2016
A little sad news to begin with, long time member Bill Richards passed away a few days ago, all our thoughts go to his wife and family.
On a better note, David Hyslop won the February Monthly Medal with a nett 67 on a count back from Rob Green, Don English and John Mathews. The great scores just keep coming.
The Pro Am is fast approaching, and with both the morning and afternoon fields full, it should be a great day. Just a note, we are still looking for a few more volunteers, the list is on the notice board if any one is able to assist on the day.
I would like to congratulate the Junior pennant team for winning their second round match, well done to all players. Also, one of our Veterans Pennant Teams commenced their season on Monday and had a good win to start their campaign, well done guys. The other team had a bye.
The Mens senior pennant team have commenced practice for their season, commencing in March. I am hopeful that we can get some photos on the home page so Members can get familiar with the guys. It would be nice to see members out giving the guys some support when the season begins. Caddies would be also great.
Last but not least, a belated congratulations from the match committee to Max Edmanson on winning the Nett event at the recent Victorian Junior Open, well done Max.
Members don’t forget, the E J Whitten event is on Friday the 19th of February. Entries are still available.
