CAPTAIN'S BLOG - NEWS

Course Update
The recent (and ongoing) rain has enhanced the course. Whilst there are some areas with minor flooding, the course is in great condition. Ironically, the watering system pumps recently received some replacement parts which allows the staff to use all 3 pumps for the first time in over 4 years.
I remind all players to keep up the divot repair progress. This rain will have washed away the sand in many of the divots.  

The Menu
Here is the email covering the menu option for the coming week.

Good morning everyone,

This week, the pick-up day is Friday 30 October

2 course Meal  ($25 for members, $30 for non-members)
Main:  Beef Goulash with baby potatoes, carrots and pea purée
Dessert:  Chocolate Mousse cake

We are offering our entire wine list for takeaway at a 10% discount. 

Please order by emailing events.at.bgc@gmail.com or phoning 48611042 (option 4), with the number of meals and selections.  Orders must be received by 5pm on Tuesday 20 October 2020.

Collection times will be staggered from 4.30pm and I will advise of your time for pick up.  Please collect from Bowral Golf Club, enter the clubhouse located at the corner of Kangaloon Rd and David St, Bowral.

Feel free to forward this to family, friends or anyone you think might be interested.  

Keep well and I look forward to seeing you soon.

Tim Davis
Assistant Manager

Recent Results

Wednesday 21st October. A lovely warm day, and a return to a favoured format. 4BBB without a single stableford in conjunction. 73 players in the field, and the team of Phil Jeffery (11) and Martin Flaxman (23) posted a fine 48 points to claim the podium. In second was the team of Peter Chen (39) and John Ferguson (14) with 46 points on a count back. Balls were won down to 43 points via count back.

Friday 23rd October. The "Nugget". 20 players in the field for this event, 13 men and 7 women. In first, with a score of 23 points was Andrea Tomlin (28) from Meeghan Bourne (39) with 22 points. Ash Southon (14) posted 20 points to claim 3rd on a count back from ​Ray Clayton (38). Balls were won down to 18 points via count back.

Saturday 24th October. The first round of the Vicars Shield. A  very changeable day with rain and storms greeting the 73 players in the field from midday onwards. James Pinkstone (8) continued his vein of good form to claim the daily prize with a score of 42 points. In second was Matt Cleary (10) with 40 points. Currently lying second for the trophy is John Russell (23) with 38 points. The trophy will conclude next Saturday. Balls were won down to 34 points via a count back.

Sunday 25th October. 10 very hardy players battled the poor conditions on the White course. Michael Halfhide (17) posted 34 points to beat Paul Barnes (14) on a count back. Balls were won down to 33 points.

Club Championship Playoffs.The quarter finals have been completed and the following are the semi finalists. In the 'Open' event, C Boggs will play J Mellen, and J Pinkstone will play J Mulholland. In 'B' grade, A Dietsch will play T Rourke and P Joshua will play D Hiser. In 'C' grade, R Ratalino will play D Barker and D Neale will play D Anderson. All the above matches must be completed by Sunday 8th November.

A Little Humour

" Every day I try to tell myself this is going to be fun today. I try to put myself in a great frame of mind before I go out -- then I screw it up with the first shot." Johnny Miller.

Now Go out and Enjoy a Game of Golf !!!

Course Update
The general condition of the course is superb. Though the divot situation is starting to re-appear. Please fill any divots you come across. You never know it might be you who lands in it next round.

​Thanks also to the troops from the Dad's Army. They do an amazing job around the course, and this past week they christened the new trailer.

Now that the Club Championship qualifying rounds are behind us, the greens' staff will start to fit in some of the remaining path works. Stay tuned.

The Menu
You just can't beat a good Coq au Vin, and true to form, the serving from last week was amazing. Here is the email from Tim for this week.

Good morning everyone,

This week, the pick-up day is Friday 23 October

2 course Meal  ($25 for members, $30 for non-members)
Main:  Homemade Lamb Curry with basmati rice
Dessert:  Passionfruit Pannacotta

We are offering our entire wine list for takeaway at a 10% discount. 

Please order by emailing events.at.bgc@gmail.com or phoning 48611042 (option 4), with the number of meals and selections.  Orders must be received by 5pm on Tuesday 20 October 2020.

Collection times will be staggered from 4.30pm and I will advise of your time for pick up.  Please collect from Bowral Golf Club, enter the clubhouse located at the corner of Kangaloon Rd and David St, Bowral.

Feel free to forward this to family, friends or anyone you think might be interested.  

Keep well and I look forward to seeing you soon.

Tim Davis
Assistant Manager

Recent Results

The final results of the 2020 Winter Eclectic. In the scratch event, Dick Hiser amassed 56 to beat Nick Reinhard by one stroke. In the nett event Dick Hiser (6.5) posted a 49.5 to beat John Mellen (7) on 51 via a count back.
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Wednesday 14th October. A 3 ball aggregate Stableford format with 75 players in the field. The team of Roberto Ratalino (20), Vernon Vella (26) and John Ferguson (14) posted 111 points to comfortably claim the prize. In second, was the team of John Jones (16), Norris Dudgeon (22) and Alan Turpie (21) with 108 points via a count back. The best single score on the day was posted by Jacob Nicholls (16) with 41 points via a count back. Balls were won down to 100 points.

​Friday 16th October. The "Nugget". Just 16 players in the field, 12 men and 4 ladies. Noel Davis (15) posted 21 points to win from Gil Levy (14) with 20 points, Fran Dubiez (26) scored 18 points to claim 3rd from Scott Olding (7) on a count back. Balls were won down to 16 points via count back.

Saturday 17th October. The final round of the newly re-established 'Watson Cup'. This cup was donated by Thomas Watson in 1935. Tom was a visiting club member and was the manager of Tooth & Co in Sydney. He was a subscriber to the 'Debenture' issue of 1939. The event was only held on one occasion (in 1937), and was won by P.W. McIntyre.  P.W. was the manager of the Bowral branch of the CBC Bank. The trophy vanished shortly after and only returned to the club after P.W died in 1961. The trophy was resurrected for this event to be presented to the winner of the Club Champion in the Nett format over 54 holes of stroke play.

James Pinkstone (9) posted nett scores of 69, 70 and 66 for a 2 under par total of 205 to beat John Mellen (13) on a count back. John's scores were 71, 66 and 68. 

With 86 players for the daily event, Jim Rowe (11) posted the best nett score of the day with 64. Best in 'A' grade was Justin Smith (12) with nett 65 via count back. Best in 'B' grade was Craig Houden (19) with nett 65 via count back and best in 'C' grade was David Farthing (26) with a nett 69. Balls were won down to nett 71 via a count back.

Sunday 18th October. Winner John Buchanan (14) with 42 points.

Monday 19th October. "Monday Madness". Winner David Bleakley (16) with 21 points.

A Little Humour.
"What kind of player is Johnny Bean?" asked one member of his caddie on the day before the competition.
"Hopeless." The caddie replied, "He slices and hooks and goes into every bunker. He seems to think that the way to the hole is via the rough." 
"That's great news" responded the member.
"Oh not really sir, he'll still beat you!"


Now Go out and Enjoy a Game of Golf!!!

Course Update
Players over the past few weeks have commented about the exceptionally high standard at which our course is being  presented. Matt, Adam, Colin and Tom have put so much of themselves into the course and we, the  players, are extremely grateful.
​The divot situation is improving slowly, and I thank the players for their increased diligence. Don't let up now though, keep putting your finish on the course for everyone else to enjoy.

The Menu
Thanks again to Regina and the crew for feeding the members over the past nearly 7 months. My wife and I look forward to receiving Tim's email on each Sunday with the following week's menu. Here it is in case you missed it.

Good morning everyone,

This week, the pick-up day is Friday 16 October

2 course Meal  ($25 for members, $30 for non-members)
Main:  Coq au Vin with Creamy Mash and Steamed Greens
Dessert:  Orange Jaffa Cake

We are offering our entire wine list for takeaway at a 10% discount. 

Please order by emailing events.at.bgc@gmail.com or phoning 48611042 (option 4), with the number of meals and selections.  Orders must be received by 5pm on Tuesday 13 October 2020.

Collection times will be staggered from 4.30pm and I will advise of your time for pick up.  Please collect from Bowral Golf Club, enter the clubhouse located at the corner of Kangaloon Rd and David St, Bowral.

Feel free to forward this to family, friends or anyone you think might be interested.  

Keep well and I look forward to seeing you soon.

Tim Davis
Assistant Manager

Recent Results
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Wednesday 7th October. A great opportunity for everyone to relax between rounds of the Club Championship qualifying. A lovely day with 58 players in the field. Darryl Purchase (0) and Dick Hiser (14) posted a collective 44 points to beat Stephen Heywood (37) and John Bragg (22) on a count back The best single score went to Brian Hanrahan (14) with his 41 points. Balls were won down to 42 points via count back.

Friday 9th October. The "Nugget". 18 players (11 men and 7 ladies) turned out throughout the day to enjoy the course setup and preparation for the following day's Championships. John Bragg (22) posted 21 points to beat Fran Dubiez (26) and Pam Barker (10) by one stroke. In fourth was Mary O'Connor (22) with 20 points. Balls were won down to 18 points via count back. With daylight saving time now established and the weather warming up, a late afternoon tee time followed by a refreshing beverage seems to be a popular addition to the Nugget routine.

Saturday 10th October. Another very busy day on the course. This week saw the final rounds played in the Veteran's Plate (for players 65 and over), and the Lifestyle Championship cup. This year the Veteran's Plate went down to the wire with a count back required to determine the victor. John Mellen (14)  improved on his runner-up result in 2019 to claim the title with  scores of net 71 and 66 for a total of 137 from Roberto Ratalino (20). Roberto showed great consistency with his two net scores of 68 and 69 to lose via the count back. Congratulations both players on some great golf.
The Lifestyle Championship was won for 2020 by Scott Olding (12) with scratch scores of 93 and 84 and a total of 177.

Sunday 11th October. The Bradford cup, the Junior Club Championship. For the first time in 14 years there were sufficient numbers in the junior ranks to allow the hosting of this event. 10 players entered on a beautiful morning, and it was great to see an excellent group of young players looking nervous on the 1st tee. After 18 holes of Stableford competition, Brodi Bell (45) emerged the victor with a score of 39 points. Brodi is just 11 years old and will no doubt be a player to watch for in years to come. In second place with a score of 35 points was Angus Malcolm (15). Well done to all who entered the competition, you've done both yourselves and the club proud.

Monday 12th October. Monday Madness. Four players in the field today. Bob Duffin (25) scored 22 points to win the day. Still requesting feedback on your preference of format for the Monday competition. Email me at bgcclubcaptain@gmail.com

The Club Championship Draw
Following intense scrutiny the following draws have been produced. They are available on the club notice board and in the pro shop. Please ensure you fill in the results after each match is completed. The 1/4 finals (i.e. the first round) must be completed on or by Sunday 25th October, the semi final on or by Sunday 8th November, and the final will be held on Sunday 22nd November. Congratulations to everyone who participated in this year's Championship qualification, and good luck to those going into the knockout phase. Just a reminder, the Open is played over 36 holes, B and C grades over 18 holes of Match Play.

A Little Humour
"The best place to refine your swing is, of course, right out on the practice area........ You will have an opportunity to make the same mistakes over and over again so that you no longer have to think about them, and they become part of your game".
                                          Stephen Baker, from 'How to Play Golf in the Low 120's'

Now Go Out and Enjoy a Game of Golf !!!

The Menu
This week is a new selection from Regina's repertoire. Don't miss out!! Here's Tim's email.

Good morning everyone,

This week, the pick-up day is Friday 9 October

2 course Meal  ($25 for members, $30 for non-members)
Main:  Porchetta made with Cumin, Orange and Herbs, Potato Gratin and Steamed Greens
Dessert:  Tiramisu

We are offering our entire wine list for takeaway at a 10% discount. 

Please order by emailing events.at.bgc@gmail.com or phoning 48611042 (option 4), with the number of meals and selections.  Orders must be received by 5pm on Tuesday 6 October 2020.

Collection times will be staggered from 4.30pm and I will advise of your time for pick up.  Please collect from Bowral Golf Club, enter the clubhouse located at the corner of Kangaloon Rd and David St, Bowral.

Feel free to forward this to family, friends or anyone you think might be interested.  

Keep well and I look forward to seeing you soon.

Tim Davis
Assistant Manager

Recent Results
It's been a very busy time on the course over the past week. We averaged in excess of 100 players on the course every day.
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Wednesday 30th September. The final competition for the month, and a very changeable day was experienced. Sun, showers, cold, warm, the full spectrum. A great midweek field of 84 players took to the course. Jim Larkin (13) swept all before him with a fine 42 points. Best graded scores were 'A' grade, Kevin Kenny (2) 38 points, 'B' grade Alan Lindsay (22) with 37 points via a count back and 'C' grade Chris Harvey (24) with 37 points. Balls were won down to 35 points via a count back.

Friday 2nd October. The "Nugget". A wonderfully fine day for golf. 36 players in the field with 10 ladies and 26 men. First place went to Penny Lawless (47) with 24 points, 2nd to Meeghan Bourne (44) with 22 points, 3rd to Sonya Bleakley (35) with 21 points via a count back from 4th, Alan Turpie (23). Balls were won down to 18 points via a count back.

Saturday 3rd October. This was about as perfect a day for golf as it gets. 102 players in the field for the Monthly Medal and the first round of the Club Championships, the Watson Cup, the Veterans' Plate and the Lifestyle Cup. The progress scores for the Championships are included below. The Monthly medals for October were won by, 'A' Grade, James Pinkstone (9) with a net 69 from James Rowe (12) with net 70 on a count back. 'B' Grade, Norm Dodds (20) with a net 64 from Robert Eriksson (19) with net 68 on a count back. 'C' Grade, Chris Barry (35) with a net 64 from Don Orrock (24) with net 65. The balls were won down to net 73 via a count back. The fact that only 10 out of the 102 players equalled or beat their handicap was a testament to the difficulty the course presents when set for a medal day. 

The following are the 15 top provisional standings for each grade after the first round of the club Championships. (Players are requested to ensure they advise the pro shop of their intentions in regard to which grade they wish to contest).
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Sunday 4th October. Just 4 players in the field. Ash Southon (15) posted 33 points to claim the prize. Balls were won down to 29 points.

Monday 5th October. "Monday Madness". Again a small field. This time played over 18 holes due to the Veterans being on the course, and not creating a 'blending' issue. Ash Southon (14) beat Nick Reinhard by 6 shots for back to back wins and 36 points in the process.

Michelle Di Natale claims another title.
We have been advised that Michelle has claimed another win in a major event.  The Liverpool Cup was held on Wednesday 30 September.  It is a Jean Derrin 'Vardon' event and as such is open to players with a GA handicap of less than 14.4. Michelle, who is currently playing off GA 0.1, won the event with an impressive scratch score of 76.  Par on this course is 74 and the Scratch Rating is 75.  Well done Michelle!

A Little Humour​



Now Go out and Enjoy a game of Golf!!!
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