Monthly Medal and Sichlau Trophy Decided
Saturday saw 23 men contest the Monthly Medal and Round 6 of the Sichlau Trophy. The volunteers have really excelled themselves, with Peter Johnston and Kevin Coghlan double-cutting the greens during the week. The results speak for themselves, with the greens looking as good as they have ever been!
Saturday’s weather certainly kept everyone guessing, with wind squalls, rain and sunshine all making an appearance during play. Best able to handle the conditions was Gary Pollard (16), who returned a nett 72 to take home the Monthly Medal. John Phillips (20) was runner-up with nett 75, followed by Anthony La Grutta (15) and Robert O’Halloran (22), both with 76, while Jim Redmond (22) finished next with 77.
Brian Simmons claimed NTP on the second, while John Phillips and Gary Pollard shared the putting award with just 25 putts each.
The ladies started with seven players, although only three managed to complete their rounds. Sharon Grogan (23) was the best of those who finished, scoring 31 Stableford points.
Wednesday’s Men’s Event was a Pair 22 Stableford competition. Brendan Chenhall and Steve Rumney combined well to win with 327 points, ahead of Rob Gill and Gavin Houldcroft on 307. There was no NTP on the second, while Phil Armstrong and Sam Wright collected the Club Award.
Sichlau Trophy Final Results
Saturday also marked the final round of the Sichlau Trophy, with the best four scores from the six rounds determining the overall winner. It was a close finish, with the ever-reliable Anthony La Grutta taking the trophy by just one shot, finishing on 288. Rick Wills was a very close runner-up on 289.
Phil Armstrong claimed third place with 296, just one shot ahead of Alan Pell in fourth on 297.
Congratulations to Anthony on a well-deserved victory. One shot in it after six rounds – that’s certainly getting your money’s worth from a competition!