Saturday at Yea saw two Stableford competitions played in favourable conditions, with all players finishing before late rain swept through the course. The overcast skies were occasionally broken by patches of sunshine, making for an enjoyable day of golf. In the men’s competition, Greg Clements (17) delivered an outstanding performance to win with 41 points. … Read more
Well winter has arrived with conditions on the course proving much harder. The cold and recent rain affected all golfers with scores difficult to attain. Best of the 16 men who played was Peter Johnston(15) with 33 points, from Phil Armstrong(18) with 32. Third was Michael Spagnolo(9)with 31 on CB from Brian Simmons(12) fourth. Rick … Read more
Final Round – Saturday A field of 28 men contested the final round of the NJ Murray in excellent conditions, with the course presented in wonderful order. Young gun Oakley Ness (18) produced a superb round to win the day with 42 points. Rob O’Halloran (21) finished second with 35 points on countback from Peter … Read more
Yea Golf Club had a different look this week, with the men travelling to Club Mandalay on Wednesday while the ladies hosted a Ladies Bowl at Yea on Thursday. Wednesday saw 19 men tackle the challenges of Mandalay with its fairway and greenside bunkers, very fast and expansive greens. The weather was mild during the day although the … Read more
Men’s Golf Report By Alan Pell Wednesday saw 18 men play a Stableford event in beautiful autumn conditions, with Vice-Captain Phil Armstrong (19)continuing his strong form to win with an excellent 39 points. Second place went to birthday boy Robert O’Halloran (21) with 36 points. Rob celebrated his 80th birthday on Wednesday and continues to play highly competitive golf, giving … Read more
Saturday saw the 4BBB Champoinships contested at Royal Yea in ideal conditions with 30 players. The Ladies Championship is named for Laraine Callandar/Lorraine Christie, two former Champions of the club. Winners of the day with an outstanding 49 points were Di Elliott(29) and Vicki Clements(23). Second were last year’s winners Cindy Armstrong(29) and Judi Newman(38) … Read more
Saturday saw a stroke and putting event with 24 players. It was also the second round of the Sichlau Trophy. Winning for the first time incredibly was Bob Glenister. Bob an A Grade Champion had never won a medal before. Bob(11) had 82 off the stick nett 71 to win from three players on 72, … Read more
SATURDAY GOLFSunshine and a gentle breeze made Saturday nearly the perfect weather for golf. And with the course in excellent condition , 20 men lined up to contest the 2nd Round of the annual Barry Moore Trophy. The winner of the daily event was Greg Clements (18) with a great round of 38 points. John … Read more
Phillip Island Golf Week Wrap-Up Golf Week at Phillip Island continued with Wednesday providing a well-earned rest day — at least for some. A group of 12 players ventured out to Red Rock Park 3 in Cowes for a casual 9 holes, while others enjoyed a visit to the Phillip Island Winery, explored the shops, … Read more
PI Golf Week Report Sunday night saw 37 people gather at the Phillip Island RSL for dinner, with everyone excited for the week ahead. After two days of competition in this year’s Golf Week, the pace both on and off the course has been hectic. Monday saw 30 players take on Lang Lang Golf Club, … Read more