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Championship - Silver & Bronze Divisions 2019
NVLGS • June 22, 2019
The Championship – Silver & Bronze Divisions held at Royal Cromer Golf Club on Monday 17th June 2019.
Once again, we were blessed with a sunny but rather windy day on the Norfolk coast.
61 players from 19 clubs throughout the county played in the competition, 36 in Silver Division and 25 in Bronze Division, with 36 players entering the Gwen Watts Salver Over 65 which ran alongside the Championships.
A start time of 9.00 a.m. from the 1st tee for Silver Division, players in handicap order, our starter Mike set them on their way. Our Bronze Division had a start time of 10.10 a.m. from the 15th tee, again in handicap order, our starter Mark set them off, with ball spotters at the ready with their orange flags.
Our thanks go to:
- Margaret and Gail – Registration
- Lady Captain Barbara and Trish – Raffle and Over 65 competition
- Barbara and Trish – Checking and recording the results.
Thanks also go to Henri and his staff for the excellent food enjoyed by everyone.
Lady Captain Barbara welcomed players to Royal Cromer and hoped they had enjoyed their day. After making a contribution to the Lady Captain’s charity (Medical Detection Dogs), the raffle raised £167 for the Norfolk & Norwich Hospitals Charity.
Vets President Ann Ewer presented the prizes.
Silver Division Results:
| Position | Prizewinners | Results | Trophy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scratch 1st | Sue Meadows | Gross 85 | Championship Cup |
| Scratch 2nd | Janet Lavin | Gross 87 | |
| Scratch 3rd | Elaine Richards | Gross 91 | |
| Handicap 1st | Angela Kiddell | Gross 92, H/cap 17, Nett 75 | |
| Handicap 2nd | June Deans | Gross 94, H/cap 18, Nett 76 | |
| Handicap 3rd | Maureen McRae | Gross 93, H/cap 14, Nett 79 OCB |
Bronze Division Results:
| Position | Prizewinners | Results | Trophy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scratch 1st | June Meadows | Gross 107 OCB | Curtis Cup |
| Scratch 2nd | Rosemary LeBargy | Gross 107 | |
| Scratch 3rd | Sheila Glenn | Gross 108 | |
| Handicap 1st | Sue Lang | Gross 112, H/cap 29, Nett 83 | |
| Handicap 2nd | Sara Bland | Gross 108, H/cap 23, Nett 85 OCB | |
| Handicap 3rd | Julie Proctor | Gross 109, H/cap 24, Nett 85 | |
| Best Nett Score, Over 65 yrs | Angela Kiddell | Nett 75 | Gwen Watts Salver |
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Angie Allsopp reported that 88 ladies from 14 clubs played in this event. It was a very good day, the weather was extremely kind and we were looked after very well by all the staff at Bawburgh. Everyone seemed to enjoy the day and quite a few stayed for the presentation. Unfortunately, we did not have a starter so everyone saw themselves off, which was not a problem.
Match Captain Sue Saunders reported that this match against Cambs & Hunts Seniors was rearranged from earlier in the year when rain stopped play. The games were played in good spirit and the individual matches were really enjoyed against good opposition. There is no question that the Norfolk team feel at home at the tree-lined King's Lynn course which was in excellent condition and a real pleasure to play on for our final match of the season. Hospitality provided was first-class and a great two-course meal was enjoyed by all. NVLGS colours were presented to Bev Fowler and rather belatedly to Sally Bettinson, Kath Malvern and Anne Sibley.
Match Captain Sue Saunders reported that this was our third game of the season and, when completing the match sheet, Suffolk Seniors asked if we wanted to play off handicap or scratch as they had brought some new players into this friendly fixture to gain experience. I, possibly foolishly, said scratch. Unusually for a Tuesday this year we had pleasant weather conditions for the four fourballs even though the forecast was predicting rain. These games are always played in a fun and friendly manner, and this was no exception. The course was in good condition with fast greens and it made for some really competitive matches. Hospitality provided by Thetford Golf Club was first-class and an extremely tasty two course meal was enjoyed by all. We had a super day and my thanks go to the team.
104 ladies had perfect conditions for playing golf with afternoon sunshine and a gentle breeze. Once again this event was oversubscribed and apologies to those who did not get in as sadly we could only accommodate 26 teams with a two tee start. Everyone seemed to have a good day out and there was a very pleasant atmosphere in the clubhouse. Prizes were presented up to 5th place, plus some nearest the pins, and this year's first place and winners of the Judith Mackinnon Salver were Jane Wheeler, Sue Hill, Diana Piccolo and Alison Mackway from Dunston Hall. The Society is very grateful to everyone who generously bought raffle tickets which raised £380 for the Norfolk & Norwich Hospital Charity. Big thanks to Thetford Golf Club for their beautifully presented course and delicious lunch and to their ladies section for all their help in making this a huge success.