2017 Playoffs - Final Round

After two straight years of rain shortened final rounds, we were treated to an absolutely perfect day for golf to complete the final 18 holes of playoffs and enjoy our wrap-up party.

In the "A" Flight it was a surprising, yet decisive victory for the Fat Shafts who went from third place and five shots back to finishing in first place by ten strokes. They were also the only team to finish below 400 total strokes overall. The Southpaws finished in second spot with the KGB three strokes back in third and the Dubbers rounded out the division finishing 23 strokes off the pace..

The Rolling Stones started the day with a 19 stroke cushion in the "B" Flight and held on for the win despite a charge by the Whizbangers who managed to pull within eight strokes for second place.

The Fivesome and CCCP struggled and fell further behind finishing in third and fourth respectively.

Over in the battle for "C" Flight it was close all day long but in the end the Hackers managed to hang on to their lead to take the victory and finished just three strokes ahead of the Wedgers. The Latecomers came in third spot while the Bogies were in fourth at the end of the day.

At this time I know all of you will join me giving thanks to some folks who made this day and our entire season a big success. Steve Powell is the driving force behind the running of the league and his endless efforts behind the scenes are greatly appreciated throughout the summer and culminating with a terrific finaly day. We also thank Tom and Alida St.Denis for providing us with a wonderful golf experience and excellent course conditions all season.

Thanks also to Debbie Stewart and Julia Bosma for assisting with the setup today and in tallying the final scores. And of course thanks once again to Steve Westlake and Kim Defosse for organizing and running our annual putting contests after our round again this year.

On a personal note, I want to thank everyone who approached me today and throughout the season to let me know how much they look forward to checking and reading the blog each week. It's nice to know the effort that I put into it is enjoyed by so many of you. I hope to continue the blog again next summer although I should mention that a change in the website and address may be coming before next season. Don't worry, I will post the details here if it happens so you can find the new site.

Don't forget that although the season has ended, everyone is invited to continue coming out on Wednesday nights as we switch to an informal best ball format for those not ready to put the clubs away just yet. If we don't see you out until the Spring, have a safe Winter and we'll see you in 2018.

2017 Playoff- Final Standings

"A" Flight
1. Fat Shafts - 95-102-96-97 = 390
2. Southpaws - 99-93-106-102 = 400
3. KGB - 95-99-103-106 = 403
4. Dubbers - 102-103-111-97 = 413

"B" Flight
1. Rolling Stones - 103-95-106-108 = 412
2. Whizbangers - 110-108-101-101 = 420
3. Fivesome - 114-103-116-112 = 445
4. CCCP - 108-112-117-116 = 453

"C" Flight
1. Hackers - 108-100-114-108 = 430
2. Wedgers - 107-105-108-113 = 433
3. Latecomers - 100-115-119-113 = 447
4. Bogies - 115-108-119-109 = 451

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2017 Playoffs - Round Two

What a difference one round made for several teams tonight as moves were made to set up an interesting final round on Saturday. Before we go any further, a reminder that the new start time for the final round of 18 holes will be 2:00pm, an hour earlier than previous years.

We must also congratulate Al Wilkinson who aced the 5th hole this evening.

Andy, Tom and Kory wait for Lyle to putt on 13.

Not surprisingly his hole-in-one also stood up for the closest to the pin on that hole. Well done Al.

In the "A" Flight the Southpaws took advantage of some mistakes made by their opponents to move up to first place with a two stroke lead over the KGB. The Fat Shafts are just five strokes off the pace while the Dubbers sit 13 strokes behind.

Over in the "B" Flight the Rolling Stones have a total of 198 and appear to be on cruise control. Unless they fail to show up on Saturday they should be able to hold their 19 stroke lead over the Fivesome. The Whizbangers are 20 off the pace while the CCCP need to make up a 21 stroke deficit on the weekend.

The battle for "C" Flight is a bit tighter as the Hackers sit atop the standings with a 208 total. That puts them four strokes ahead of the Wedgers and seven strokes up on the Latecomers. Sitting 15 strokes back are the Bogies.

Their were two golfers who shared the low round for the night as Al Wilkinson and Tim Donaldson both shot one over par 28. The rest of the closest to the pin winners were Kyle Wilkinson on holes 6 and 8. Al Wilkinson had another on hole 7. On the back nine the winners were Jim Conley, Andy Koetstra, Tom St.Denis and Don Muldoon.

Once again a reminder that the final round will take place on Saturday at 2:00pm with the meal and party to follow. I'm sure Steve Westlake and Kim Defosse will have the putting contest going as well. See you there and please don't drink and drive.

2017 Playoff Standings

"A" Flight
1. Southpaws - 99-93 - 192
2. KGB - 95-99 - 194
3. Fat Shafts - 95-102 - 197
4. Dubbers - 102-103 - 205

"B" Flight
1. Rolling Stones - 103-95 - 198
2. Fivesome - 114-103 - 217
3. Whizbangers - 110-108 - 218
4. CCCP - 108-112 - 220

"C" Flight
1. Hackers - 108-100 - 208
2. Wedgers - 107-105 - 212
3. Latecomers - 100-115 - 215
4. Bogies - 115-108 - 223

Team Low Gross Tie

After seeing teams struggle to post low scores to start the season, tonight things improved a great deal with several posting totals in the 90's.

Jim Conley takes aim at hole #12.

In the process, two teams posted scores of 92 as both the Fat Shafts and KGB are tied for the team low gross.

It's also getting crowded in the race for individual low gross as Tim Donaldson shot even par 27 to move into a tie with Kyle Wilkinson and Rick Dean. Other low scores tonight included a 28 by Steve Westlake and 29's by both Jerry Powell and Denis Schick.

It was a night of sweeps in the matches as the Fivesome, Southpaws, KGB, Rolling Stones, Fat Shafts and Wedgers all took six points.

The Closest to the Pin winners were Jimmy Rodgers on hole #1 and Jim Turner on hole #10. Nick Defosse was the 50/50 winner this week.

I Didn't Mean To Bug Ya

After all of the wet weather we've been getting I don't think anyone was surprised by the number of flying annoyances we had to deal with tonight. However, judging by some of the scores, they didn't appear to bother everyone.

All but two matches this evening were very tight for points. Only the Fat Shafts and CCCP swept all six points. The Southpaws and Hackers  earned five points while the Latecomers and Wedgers each took four points.

Steve Westlake takes aim at hole #8.

Two points went to the Fivesome and Whizbangers while single points were earned by the Bogies and Dubbers.

Once again this week, team scoring was on the high side as only the Fat Shafts and Southpaws posted sub-100 totals of 98.

The Closest to the Pin winners were Jim Bruce on hole #5 and Kevin Wadsworth on hole #14. Jordan Mercer was the 50/50 winner this week.

Nobody's Perfect

After only two weeks, no teams have a perfect start by sweeping all of their points. If this continues it could make for a very interesting season.

There were four teams that swept their matches this evening as the KGB, Southpaws, Bogies and Whizbangers all took six points.

Kim Defosse hit the ninth green with this tee shot.

The Wedgers and Latecomers came close earning five points each while the Fat Shafts and Hackers squeaked out single points for the night.

Rick Dean set the new low mark to beat for Individual Low Gross by shooting a 28. The Wedgers equalled the round by the KGB last week by shooting a 94 to grab a share of the Team Low Gross lead.

The closest to the pin winners were Kyle Wilkinson on hole #2 and Jordan Mercer on hole #11. The 50/50 winner was Thom Christmann.

Just a reminder to make sure when entering the closest to the pin pool that you add the correct amount.

Ideal Conditions to Golf

Scores aside perhaps, I don't think anyone could complain about the conditions for golf tonight.

Dave Reid misses a lengthy putt on hole 13.

Sure, there were some bugs but it was an ideal temperature and a beautiful sunny night.

The standings continue to be crowded in sections after play this evening. The Southpaws moved to within one point of the front running Fat Shafts while the Rolling Stones stumbled a bit allowing the Dubbers to move into third place.

Just like last week, three teams swept their matches as the KGB, Hackers and Southpaws took six points. The Fat Shafts and Dubbers came close taking five points each. The Whizbangers had four points while the Rolling Stones grabbed two. The Bogies and Fivesome took one point each.

Tim Donaldson came up one stroke shy of grabbing a share of the Individual Low Gross score by shooting 27 tonight. The Southpaws as a team shot a 93 which also left them short of equaling the mark of 91 held by the Whizbangers. The Closest to the Pin winners were Rick Dean on hole #7 and Kyle Wilkinson on hole #16. The 50/50 winner was Dave Powell.

Fat Shafts Grab Share of Lead

The top of the standings continues to be crowded but for the first time in a while more than one team shares the top spot. The Fat Shafts, led by Stephen Westlake's low round of 28 for the night, took six points from the Hackers and share first place with the Southpaws with 26 points each.

Other teams sweeping their matches to earn six points included CCCP and the Bogies. The Southpaws, Dubbers and KGB each took four points while the Latecomers, Rolling Stones and Whizbangers earned two points each.

The Closest to the Pin winners were Scott Reilly on hole #5 and Denis Schick on hole #14. The 50/50 winner was Mark Lafee.

We also want to congratulate Tom and Alida on the birth of their newest Granddaughter.

2015 Playoffs - Final Eighteen (Nine)

Our luck finally ran out. After a season of amazing weather on Wednesday nights, our final round and party were met with rainy and cold conditions.

A pre-game beverage and chat.

Some of the long time members couldn't recall ever having a final day like the one we had today but at least we were still able to play some golf, enjoy another very tasty meal and share some good conversations one final time this season.

Here is a final look at how the playoffs wrapped up on this day. Our final 18 holes had to be shortened to a final nine holes thanks to mother nature.

In the "A" Division, the Southpaws claimed the title after posting a round of 87 for total of 270. That was good enough for a 19 stroke margin of victory over the second place Rolling Stones who shot 105 today and a total of 289 overall. The Fat Shafts turned in a round of 100 to finish four shots back of second with a 293 total. Finishing in fourth were the Dubbers who had a round of 107 and total of 305.

Over in the "B" Division the Wedgers easily held on to their lead to coast to the win. They shot 100 even for a three round total of 279. Moving up to second on the final day were the Whizbangers who shot 92 for a total of 291. Five shots behind them with a score of 296 were was the KGB who had a 103 today. The Fivesome were well back in fourth spot scoring a 119 round and a final total of 322.

The "C" Division was also won by a significant margin. The Bogies ran away with it by posting a 92 today and had a three round total of 288. This was good for a 17 stroke victory over the second place Hackers who shot 99 today and 305 overall. The third place team was the Latecomers shooting 101 in the rain and a 312 total which was two shots better than the CCCP who finished fourth with a total of 314 after turning in a round of 106 for their final round.

Despite the less than ideal conditions there were some good scores posted today. The low round was shared by Tim Donaldson, Andy Koetstra, Denis Schick and Paul Reid who all shot two over par 29. The most honest golfer of the day was Scott Reilly.

There were a total of 14 Closest to the Pin prizes up for grabs. The winners were:
Hole 1: Denis Schick
Hole 2: Steve Westlake
Hole 3: Denis Schick
Hole 4: Dave Walker
Hole 5: Terry Hore
Hole 6: Norm Toyne
Hole 7: Coady MacGillvary
Hole 8: Frank Cusson
Hole 9: Thom Christmann
Hole 10: Mark Kennedy
Hole 11: Paul Scobie
Hole 12: Nick Vangemeren
Hole 17: Tim Donaldson
Hole 18: Mark Kennedy

As always, a special thanks goes out to Steve Powell for all of his hard work, not only for this day but for the entire season.

Watching Jim's tee shot on 10.

Our thanks to Tom and Alida St. Denis for another fun year and excellent course conditions. Also thanks to Debbie Stewart for her assistance today as well. I would also like to pass along my thanks to those of you who took the time to visit the blog this season and especially those who allowed me to post photos and videos of them. If all goes well, I'll be back to do it again next season.

Don't forget, as long as we're able to, we will still be golfing on Wednesday evening and everyone is invited to come out and take part in the scrambles and fun. If we don't see you, have a great safe and happy off season and we look forward to seeing you again next Spring.

2015 Playoffs - Final Standings

"A" Division
1. Southpaws - 270
2. Rolling Stones - 289
3. Fat Shafts - 293
4. Dubbers - 305

"B" Division
1. Wedgers - 279
2. Whizbangers - 291
3. K.G.B. - 296
4. Fivesome - 322

"C" Division
1. Bogies - 288
2. Hackers - 305
3. Latecomers - 312
4. C.C.C.P. - 314

Mark putting for birdie on 10.

2015 Playoffs - Second Nine

After a scorcher of a round last week, I don’t think anyone was complaining about the temperatures we were blessed with for week two of the playoffs and the second nine holes from the white tees.

Andy Koetstra of the Fat Shafts posted the low round for the evening by shooting a 26.

In the “A” Division, as most expected, it remains a two team race for the title after 18 holes. The Southpaws hold a slim one stroke lead over the Rolling Stones after shooting an 89 tonight and a total of 183. The Stones and Fat Shafts both shot 90 while the Dubbers posted a 101.The Stones have a total of 184 while the Fat Shafts jumped into third, 10 shots off the pace with an 18 hole score of 193. The Dubbers are five strokes back in fourth with 198.

Barring a major collapse on Saturday, the Wedgers appear poised for an easy victory in the “B” Division. Their 90 for the evening leaves them with an 18 hole total of 179, best among all teams and 14 strokes ahead of the KGB with 193 after they played to a 97 tonight. The Whizbangers turned in a round of 95 to remain within six strokes of second place. The Fivesome, who shot 104, dropped to fourth place with a total of 203.

Over on the “C” flight, the Bogies continue to lead after 18 holes. They shot 97 this evening and have a team total of 196 heading into the final day. The Hackers, who shot 101, are within striking distance just 10 strokes behind. The CCCP had the high total for the night shooting 108 which dropped them into third place with a total of 208. Meanwhile the Latecomers shot a 106 and fell to fourth with a total of 211.

There were eight more Closest to the Pin holes to shoot for this evening with four on the front and four on the back nine. The winners were:

Hole #3: Symen Korver
Hole #4: Tom St. Denis
Hole #5: Nick Vangemeren
Hole #6: Andy Koetstra
Hole #12: Frank Cusson
Hole #13: Kevin Wadsworth
Hole #14: Steve Westlake
Hole #15: Denis Schick

Once again, just a reminder that the final 18 holes are this coming Saturday September 12th and the start time is 2:30pm.

2015 Playoff Standings – 18 Holes

“A” Division
1. Southpaws - 183
2. Rolling Stones – 184
3. Fat Shafts – 193
4. Dubbers – 198

“B” Division
1. Wedgers – 179
2. KGB – 193
3. Whizbangers – 199
4. Fivesome – 203

“C” Division
1. Bogies – 196
2. Hackers – 206
3. CCCP – 208
4. Latecomers – 211

So Long Eighteens

After several years of debate it was finally decided that we would do away with the 18 hole nights and instead stick to all nine hole rounds from now on. 

With the need to make sure each team plays the other teams twice, the former 18 hole rounds will still count as double the points.

Denis Schick makes his putt on 15.

So tonight we were playing for 12 points for nine holes played. No word yet on whether the points will work the same next season on those nights.

On this night however, two teams were able to take full advantage of the extra points as the Dubbers and Rolling Stones took all 12 points up for grabs. The Southpaws and Whizbangers each earned 10 points. Eight points each went to the Fivesome and Latecomers. The KGB and Bogies took four points while the Fat Shafts and CCCP managed only two points each.

The Closest to the Pin winners were Kim Defossee on hole #9 and Ralph Lambert on hole #18. The 50/50 winner this week was Steve Westlake.

Once again a reminder that next week will be nine holes and not the scheduled 18 holes.

My apologies for the delay in getting this weeks update online.

Let The Playoffs Begin

It was a sparse group of golfers tonight as many failed to show up for one reason or another but despite the low numbers, the regular season came to an end and now we move to playoff mode.

On this night the final points of the evening were handed out with the KGB, Wedgers, Southpaws, Rolling Stones and Latecomers all taking six points. The Bogies earned four while the CCCP grabbed two points.

Four golfers tied for the low round of the night with Dave Walker, Colin McDonald, Nick Vangemeren and Steve Westlake all shooting a one over par 28. Vangemeren also took home the evenings 50/50 prize. The Closest to the Pin winners were Art Mansfield on hole #7 and Dave Powell on hole #16.

The playoffs will begin next Wednesday night and the division groupings are listed below based on where your team finished during the season. The next two Wednesday's will be nine hole rounds played from the White Tees. The final 18 hole round will be played from the Blue Tees on Saturday September 6th beginning at 3pm followed by the wrap up party and steak BBQ. Please note that only four golfers can play with 3 counting on the Wednesday night rounds but on the Saturday 18 hole final day, all golfers on each team can play with the top three scores counting.

Good Luck and hope to see everyone out.

2014 Playoff Divisions

"A" Flight
1. Southpaws
2. Wedgers
3. Rolling Stones
4. KGB

"B" Flight
1. Whizbangers
2. Dubbers
3. CCCP
4. Fat Shafts

"C" Flight
1. Latecomers
2. Hackers
3. Bogies
4. Fivesome

Playoffs Approaching Fast

A Rainbow shows how close we came to getting wet tonight.

Where has the summer gone? Heck, where was the summer at all? I think we can all agree it wasn't a long hot summer this year which probably helped to make it feel like summer flew by this year and with it our golf season.

With one week of regular season remaining there isn't a lot left to be decided but final positions for the playoffs still have some wiggle room. With only two points separating them, the KGB and Whizbangers both still have a shot at grabbing the final spot in the "A" flight on the last week. If my math is correct, both the "B" and "C" flights have been determined but there is still some room for movement and final seeding.

On this night, the Fivesome, KGB, Rolling Stones and Fat Shafts took all six points up for grabs in their matches.

The Dubbers and Wedgers each earned four points while the Latecomers and CCCP grabbed a pair of points each. Steve Westlake had the low individual round for the evening, shooting an even par 27. The Rolling Stones blanked the Southpaws, but the lefties have already claimed first place overall for the season.

The Closest to the Pin winners were Tom St.Denis on hole #6 and Mark Kennedy on hole #15. Don Muldoon was the 50/50 winner.

I likely won't be there next Wednesday night but will try to get the final results and playoff info updated as soon as I can.