Monday 1st March at El Plantio
21 turned out for yet another Special Event day, generously sponsored by our treasurer Randy Dawson & his wife Linda, proprietors of Bar Mediterraneo, which is where our society is based. In order to make the day a little bit different, Randy decided to have a nearest the pin on all holes-in one on par 3's; in two on par 4's; and in three on par 5's. In addition to that, there was also a longest drive on all holes except for the par 3's.
Unfortunately, I don't think much thought was given to the skill levels of most of our members, resulting in the majority of nearest the pins on the par 4's & 5's remaining unchallenged. The format certainly did my head in, which resulted in my narrowly getting beaten by one point for the dreaded wooden spoon prize, and that was after my best showing for some months just 4 days earlier on the same course!.
Despite all that, a good time was had by all, and the results were as follows:-
Winner with 34 points was our handicap secretary Brian Davies. He certainly understands the art of frequently being a winner, without adversely affecting his handicap. 2nd with 33 points was Tony McCluskey.
Best front nine was Graham Parkes. Best back nine was Stan Canter.
Longest drive challenges won by Alan Middle, one of our guests for the day.
Nearest the pin winner on the par 3's was Steve Cleaver. Nearest the pin winner on the par 4's was Roger Halsom. Nearest the pin winner on the par 5's was Geoff Branton.
Booby prize won by Brian Parton.
Members are reminded that our AGM will take place at the Hotel Meridional In Guardamar an Saturday 6th March, and if previous years are anything to go by, should be another good night out for members & their partners/guests. (7.30 for 8.00 pm.)
Next outing will be at Alicante Golf. 10.33 Tee off.