Rick Dean Was Dialed In Tonight

After a slow start for many to the season, the cobwebs are starting to disappear and the lower scores are being posted. Rick Dean was turned in the lowest individual round of the young season tonight by shooting a one under par round of 26. Paul Reid also had an impressive even par round of 27 this evening as well.

It was almost another week of clean sweeps in the matches with the Fivesome, Southpaws, KGB, Rolling Stones and Wedgers all taking six points. The Fat Shafts earned four points while the Dubbers took two.

The Closest to the Pin winners tonight were Symen Korver on hole #3 with a very tight shot while Tyler Donaldson also put his tee shot close on hole #12. The 50/50 winner was Randy Conley.

A clerical error week one resulted in a missed low team score and the Team Low Gross being reported erroneously. The current leaders in this category are the Whizbangers with a score of 91. Sorry for the confusion.

Century Mark Hit

It's all even at the top of the standings as the Southpaws moved into a tie with the Rolling Stones tonight. Both teams also moved into triple digits with 100 points each.

The Dubbers are well back in third place while the KGB sit in fourth just six points ahead of the Wedgers and Fat Shafts.

Sharing an after round beverage and stories.

With time running out on the regular season, the chance for teams to make moves to improve playoff positions is dwindling.

On this night there were four teams that swept their matches as the Fat Shafts, Southpaws, Dubbers and Fivesome each grabbed six points. The Rolling Stones and Bogies each earned four points while the Hackers and Wedgers took two points.

The Closest to the Pin winners were Jimmy Rogers on hole #7 and Kyle Wilkinson on hole #16. The 50/50 winner this week was Coady MacGillivary.

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.

2014 Playoffs - Second 9 Holes

If you believe the weather man I don't think we'll see the same warm conditions on Saturday as we did tonight but as long as it remains dry we won't complain. It was night two of our playoffs and with 18 holes remaining two divisions remain tight while the other has a bit more wiggle room.

Andy Koetstra tees off on hole 15.

The battle in the "A" Flight continues to be tight and is setting up for an interesting Saturday. The first place Rolling Stones were led by Kyle Wilkinson who shot an even par 27. Norm Toyne turned in a very impressive two under par round of 25 to help the Wedgers stay within striking distance only five strokes back. The Southpaws also remain in the mix six shots off the pace.

Over in the "B" Flight the Whizbangers have opened up a bit of a lead on the competition. Jim Rogers posted a score of 30 to lead the charge and give the team a five stroke advantage over the Dubbers who were lead by Jim Conley's round of 31. The Fat Shafts faltered and now sit 10 shots back of first while the CCCP sit 11 shots back.

In the "C" Flight the Bogies have opened up a comfortable 15 stroke advantage over the Latecomers. Paul Reid once again turned in an impressive round of 30 to lead the charge.

Kory Hietala launches his tee shot.

We've seen leads evaporate on the final Saturday so there's always a chance to mount a comeback.

Just a reminder that the final 18 holes will be played this Saturday afternoon with the shotgun start beginning at 3pm. All team members will golf for their teams with the top three for each nine holes counting as usual. The BBQ and festivities will follow in the evening. Please have a designated driver on standby and drink responsibly. Lets have a great final round. See you then.

2014 Playoff Standings - After 18 Holes

"A" Flight

1. Rolling Stones (174)
2. Wedgers (179)
3. Southpaws (180)
4. KGB (187)

"B" Flight

1. Whizbangers (192)
2. Dubbers (197)
3. Fat Shafts (202)
4. CCCP (203)

"C" Flight

1. Bogies (192)
2. Latecomers (207)
3. Hackers (216)
4. Fivesome (217)

Whizbangers Have Strong Night

Was this week two or week four. I'm confused after the late start and the rain out last week. Either way, tonight was a cool but clear and comfortable night for golf after the rain washed out last weeks round.

The Whizbangers obviously enjoyed the conditions as they turned in a strong effort and posted the new Team Low Gross with an 88.

Andy Koetstra sinks his putt on hole 13.

They also took the six points up for grabs in their match. Other teams taking all six points in their matches were the Hackers, Dubbers, Southpaws and Bogies who upset the Rolling Stones. The Fat Shafts took four points from the KGB who earned two.

Len Bosma had a strong individual effort tonight as he set the new low for Individual Low Gross by shooting a 27.

The Closest to the Pin winners were Coady MacGillvary on hole #2 while Brian Moelker saved his best shot for the last hole to grab closest on hole #11. The 50/50 winner was Jim Rogers.

Barry Defosse gets out of trouble on hole 17.

That's More Like It!

After all the rain that fell in April and the resulting cancellation of last weeks round of golf, the arrival of May also brought much better golfing conditions as we returned to the course once again. I think we can all agree the warmer and dryer weather is a welcome sight.

Four teams swept their matches tonight as the Rolling Stones, Latecomers, Dubbers and KGB all earned six points. The Bogies and Wedgers took four points each while the Southpaws and Fivesome grabbed two points a piece.

Al Wilkinson had the low round of the night with a 28 but was one stroke shy of tying for the Individual Low Gross. The Closest to the Pin winners tonight were Ryan Cuculuzzi on hole #2 and Ian Rogers on hole #11. Symen Korver was this weeks 50/50 winner.

MacGillivary Aces Sixth Hole

The hot, humid and sticky weather along with some pesky bugs annoyed a few of us but it didn't seem to have much of an affect on Coady MacGillivary.

MacGillivary shows off his hole-in-one ball.

After shooting a birdie on hole #5, Coady launched his tee shot on hole #6 dead on target and upon reaching the green, found his ball settled in the bottom of the cup for a hole-in-one. Congratulations Coady!

In our return to nine hole rounds only the Fivesome and Rolling Stones swept all six points up for grabs in their matches. The Hackers and Southpaws took five points each while the Fat Shafts and Dubbers earned four points. The CCCP and Whizbangers grabbed a pair of points each while single points were awarded to the Bogies and KGB.

The Closest to the Pin winners were Matt Couperus on hole #3 while Steve Westlake stuck it tight on hole #12. Jimmy Rogers was the nights 50/50 winner.

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!

Vangemeren Ties Low Gross

On a night like so many others this season where the rain was falling yet again, there were actually some impressive scores turned in tonight. In fact our scheduled round of 18 was shortened to only nine holes as a lack of daylight would have been a factor.

Nick Vangemeren shot the best round of the evening, a 26, which was good enough to move him into a tie with Paul Scobie for the Individual Low Gross.

Among the teams taking all six points in their matches were the Fat Shafts, KGB, Dubbers and Southpaws. The Whizbangers and CCCP each took four while the Hackers and Latecomers earned two points each.

Andy Koetstra saved his best shot of the night for his final hole which happened to be Hole #1 and earned the Closest to the Pin prize. Paul Scobie stuck his close on Hole #10. The 50/50 winner this week was Jim Rogers.

It is my understanding that instead of playing the team scramble next week, we will use the night to make up 18 holes lost to the weather.

Finally, No Rain!

It wasn't the nicest night of golf we've ever had but it was by far the best night we've had so far this season. It looked like it might rain but it held off which is a first so far as we managed to get our second official round of matches in.

Teams grabbing all six points included Fat Shafts, Fivesome, Bogies, KGB and Rolling Stones. The Dubbers took four while the Whizbangers earned two points.

Two more golfers moved into a tie for Individual Low Gross as Nick Defosse and Tom St.Denis both shot a 29. The KGB posted the new Team Low Gross with a total of 91.

The Closest to the Pin winners were Steve Guindon on hole #3 while Nick Vangemeren took it on hole #12. The 50/50 winner was Ian Rogers.

Wedgers Go Low

Steve Westlake shot a 25 to move into a tie for Individual Low Gross while at the same time helping his team to post what is likely a new record Low Team Gross for our league. The Wedgers combined their scores to shoot a 79.

Three teams swept all 12 points up for grabs as the Wedgers, KGB and Fat Shafts had a good night. The Southpaws lead shrunk just a bit as they managed 10 points versus the CCCP.

Jimmy Rogers had a good night winning the 50/50 and he also grabbed the cash for Closest to the Pin on hole #11. Kevin Wadsworth's nice shot held for closest on #2.

Next week we return to 9 holes and I believe we'll be playing the blue tees for the first time in a while.

Have a Happy Canada Day guys!

Regular Season In Final Month

Now that we're into August, the regular season is quickly coming to an end but a few playoff positions are still up for grabs.

The Dubbers grip on the final spot in the "A" Division shrank after losing six points to the Fat Shafts tonight. This moves the Whizbangers, who took five points from the second place Southpaws, just five points out of fourth spot.

The battle for the final spot in the "B" Division continues to be fought for by three teams. The Bogies have a slim hold on 8th place by only one point over the Fivesome and CCCP.

The Closest to the Pin winners this week were Al Wilkinson on hole #8 and Ian Rogers on hole #17. Marty McDonald collected the 50/50 prize.