Hughes Aces Eighteen

I had my doubts as to whether the weather would hold out for us as the sky was threatening for most of our first 18 hole night but aside from a few light showers all went well.

That was good news for Peter Hughes as he took full advantage of the round to sink a hole-in-one on hole #18. Hughes used an 8-iron on the 143 yard hole. It was also the Closest to the Pin hole for the back nine so he picked up some extra cash to help pay his bar tab for the night. Nick VanGemeren grabbed the other closest to the pin prize on hole #9. The 50/50 winner this week was John Renault.

Two teams turned in impressive scores tonight to take over the Team Low Gross lead. Both the Southpaws and Rolling Stones shot an impressive 86 to share the honour.

A total of 12 points per match was up for grabs this evening. Not surprisingly, the Rolling Stones and Southpaws both swept their matches. The Fat Shafts earned 10 points. The KGB and Bogies grabbed eight points each while the Whizbangers took seven. The CCCP grabbed five points, the Dubbers and Wedgers took four each while the Latecomers managed two points.

A reminder that we play another 18 hole round again next week.

Defosse Celebrates Birthday In Style

On the night of his 55th birthday, Kim Defosse proved that getting older only improves your game as he shot a one-under 26 to tie Norm Toyne for the Individual Low Gross.

As if that wasn't good enough, Defosse also grabbed some extra cash by sticking his tee shot close on hole #8 to win the Closest to the Pin. Al Wilkinson had the most accurate shot on the back nine as he stuck it closest on hole #17. The 50/50 winner this week was Kevin Wadsworth.

Ten out of 12 teams managed to earn points this evening with the Bogies and Southpaws each taking all six in their matches. The Rolling Stones earned five points. The Whizbangers, Latecomers and KGB grabbed four each. The Hackers and CCCP improved their totals by two points while the Dubbers managed a single point. 

Just a reminder that next Wednesday is our first week of playing 18 holes so be prepared to stay a little later than normal.

Wildlife and Insects Abound

On any given night at the golf course we can see various forms of wildlife. Some of the animal variety and some in the form of the golfers themselves. Tonight some golfers were fortunate enough to see deer while a family of foxes have also been spotted around the 12th hole. Mosquitoes were plentiful on hole #15 on this night although none of us thought they were cute and cuddly.

I was also informed that someone hit a horse to the left of the 12th hole and Dave Walker was wondering who it might have been. Rumour has it that Nick VanGemeren was the guilty party but that was only according to Dan Jess.

As for the golf on this beautiful evening there were some good and some not so good scores turned in but nobody really cared considering the ideal conditions. Grabbing all six points tonight were the Dubbers, KGB, Whizbangers and Wedgers. The Rolling Stones and Southpaws took four each while the Fat Shafts and CCCP earned two.

The 50/50 winner was Ron MacDonald. Closest to the Pin winners were Eric Korver on hole #7 and Kim Defosse on hole #16.

Very young fawn located near hole #5.

Points For Most Teams

Maybe I was the only one who struggled with the windy conditions tonight but I doubt it as the gusty winds made club selection a bit tricky. Judging by the majority of the scores though it looked as though most of you fought through it admirably.

The points were spread around a bit more this week with eight of the 12 teams managing to increase their totals. The Whizbangers, Southpaws, Wedgers and KGB all grabbed six points. The Rolling Stones and Dubbers each earned four while the Fat Shafts and Hackers took two points each.

The Closest to the Pin winners were Dave Reid on hole #6 and Ian Rogers on hole #15. Sandy McLeod was this weeks 50/50 winner.

Have a great Victoria Day long weekend guys!

Cloudy With A Chance Of Golf Balls

Mother Nature did us a favour tonight and pushed the showers through before we hit the links but the temperatures did cool down so it wasn't all good news. Before long we might be wishing for the cooler weather.

Five teams swept all the points in their matches this evening. The KGB, Southpaws, Rolling Stones, Fat Shafts and Latecomers each earned six points. The Dubbers took four points while the Wedgers grabbed two.

The Closest to the Pin winners were Coady McGillvary on Hole #5 while Dave Walker stuck it tight on Hole #14. Don St.Denis was the 50/50 winner.

Most Improved Golfer of the Night - Dan Jess

That Was Cutting It Close

We knew the rain was coming, it was only a matter of whether we'd get the round in before the skies opened up or not. We did...but only by a whisker, and that's all that mattered. In a scene reminiscent of last season the threat of rain didn't keep us from getting out. Plus, it was actually quite muggy at times as we finally had a normal temperature.

For the second time in only two weeks, Lyle Williams of the Fat Shafts was the weeks 50/50 winner. The Closest to the Pin winner on the front nine was Len Bosma on Hole #4 while Jim Conley stuck it close on Hole #13.

Five teams swept all the points in their matches as the Southpaws, Rolling Stones, Fat Shafts, KGB and Hackers all took six points. The Bogies came close earning five while the Dubbers squeaked out a split on the net to earn a single point.

Those who stuck around after were treated to a sighting of the resident fox as it scampered around the eighth and ninth holes.

Toyne Sets The New Low Gross

On a night when the winds were less tornado like than in previous weeks, Norm Toyne took advantage and recorded the new Individual Low Gross score. Toyne's 26 was one stroke better than the previous best by Steve Westlake.

The Closest to the Pin winners this week were Tim Donaldson on Hole #3 and Michael Shick on Hole #12. Jim Turner was the 50/50 winner.

Only four teams managed to sweep all the points in their matches as the Rolling Stones, Wedgers, Whizbangers and Latecomers all grabbed six points. The Southpaws and Bogies earned four points each while the Dubbers and CCCP each earned two points.

Cold Weather Leads To High Scores

I can't say for sure if the reason for so many of us posted higher than normal scores was just because we were that bad tonight or if the bone-chilling and breezy weather conditions were to blame. That's what I'm going with. But on the bright side, at least it was dry.

Some teams still managed to sneak away with some points despite the larger team totals. The Fat Shafts, Dubbers, KGB, Wedgers and Southpaws all took six points while the Fivesome managed to earn four points over the Bogies who grabbed the other two points.

The Closest to the Pin winners this week were Rick Dean on Hole #2 and Mark Kennedy on Hole #11. Lyle Williams won the 50/50 draw.

Lets hope for some warmer weather next week.

League Starts With A Bang

I don't think Nick VanGemeren could have asked for a better start to another year of Men's League play as he fired an Ace on the 132 yard 2nd hole. Nick used a wedge to put the cookie in the jar.

Steve Westlake had the hottest overall game of the night as he grabbed the early lead for Low Gross with an even par 27. The Southpaws set the low mark for Team Low Gross combining for an 88. The first Closest to the Pin winners of the season went to Jim Turner on Hole #1 and Andy Koetstra on Hole #10. The 50/50 was won by Dave Powell.

It was all or nothing when it came to the evenings matches. The Bogies, Southpaws, Wedgers, Fat Shafts, Dubbers and Latecomers swept all six points.

It's Official...Season To Start

In case you hadn't heard guys, we've been officially informed that the league will kick off on Wednesday April 11th.

League dues are still $30 and are to be paid that night. If you can't scrape together the dough then you can probably get a week's extension but please be prepared to pay if you can.

I was out again tonight with about 18 guys for a fun scramble and despite a cool breeze we had a good round in preparation for the start of the league. The greens are in great shape and were even kind enough to grant us a few birdies.

So pull the clubs out of storage and get ready to start swinging next Wednesday night...weather permitting of course.

See you then!