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Geoff Walters / 2010-03-09 13:03:01

We had a good turn out of 32 players for our first visit to the Hacienda del Alamo course in 2010. This is an extremely long course compared with most that we play and this week it was made even more difficult by the bitingly cold and strong wind which was blowing throughout the day.

The only consolation was that the wind kept away the torrential rain which affected most of the region during the day and we were fortunate to escape with just a very brief light shower. Most of our group however were ill equipped in terms of warm clothing to cope with the cold conditions which were easily the worst most of our members could remember experiencing in Spain. The course which in the 4 days prior to our visit had hosted a major pro-am competition was also set up extremely difficult, especially the greens which by our Society standards were lightning fast. Consequently scores were generally poor but the Captain congratulated everyone for completing their rounds when there must have been a temptation for many to give up at the half way stage to seek refuge in the warmth of the Club House. It was decided to play a mystery pairs Stableford Competition with partners being drawn at the conclusion of the round. The full list of winners on the day were:

1st : Charlie Chaplin and Paul Fletcher.
2nd: Steve Roney and John Brooks.
3rd: Stan Boyles and Dave Banton.

The prize for best individual was won by Ian McCormack on count back, lower handicap rule, with 27 points beating John Glennon and John Brooks who each recorded the same score.
Prizes for the best lady and guest were awarded to Marianne Hunt and Terry Bosworth respectively.

Nearest the pin prizes were won by Geoff Walters, Terry Bosworth and Steve Roney and the longest drive for ladies by Lynne Murison. The 2’s prize fund this week was won exclusively by one of our newer members John Evans and the football card draw by Alan James.
This week also saw the completion of first semi final of the pairs match play with Maurice Lea and Brian Goodbourn proceeding to the final at the expense of Alan James and Roy Welburn.

Future Fixtures and Events:
Monday 15th March, Alenda, first tee time 10.24.
Monday 22nd March, Hacienda Riquelme, first tee time 11.40.
Wednesday 24th March, Quiz Night, Lilley’s Restaurant, Torre de la Horadada, 7.30pm, see white book for full details or contact Marianne Hunt or Peter Ferries.
Monday 29th March, Villamartin, first tee time 10.52.

Contact: Geoff Walters, Secretary Tel 966 763 369 or email geofwalt@telefonica.net

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