HelloGolfers, 

Welcome to the final newsletter of 2015, as weapproach Christmas it's been a fun packed weekat the club, on Sunday we had our CaptainDrive In Competition which was agreat festive occasion attended by well over 50in total. This was followed by the JuniorTrophy Presentation, ChristmasRaffle Draw with Tea Party and thevisit of Santa. 

On Monday we staged the Jack FMChristmas Texas Scramble in aid ofHelen and Douglas House Hospice supported by 15teams taking part in the day. Those playing onthe day from all over the County were verycomplimentary on the how well the course wasplaying and the fantastic condition of thegreens - this is always great to hear, and niceto pass on to Brett and the Greenkeeping team. 

All of us at the club wish everyone a MerryChristmas and a Happy New Year and hope to seelots of you during the holiday break!



December Midweek Stableford

In the final Gent's Midweek Stablefordof 2015 we had an excellent turnout of 21players, this was an increase of 5 on last monthwhich was great to see this being supported. 

In 1st place was Sean Glynnwith 38 points, followed in 2nd place by lastmonth's winner Nolan Aselfordwith 36 points and in 3rd place was TonyPerella with 32 points.Returning Two's were Nolan Aselfordon the 4th hole and Rod Whitfieldwith a great two on the 9th hole. 

The next Gent's Midweek Stableford is scheduledfor Wednesday 20th January.

Captains Drive-in 2016 - Sunday,13 December

We had a fantastic day at the club onSunday as the New Captain's drove in followed bythe visit of Father Christmas.

You can see in the images from the day below.

Image 1: 2016 Captains: Senior Captain ClarrieHaynes, Junior Captain DeclanKip and Club Captain Stan Green
Image 2: 2016 Junior Captain DeclanKip on the 1st Tee

   

Image 3: 2016 Senior Captain ClarrieHaynes on the 1st Tee
Image 4: 2016 Club Captain StanGreen addressing the ball onthe 1st Tee

   

Image 5 and 6: Christmas Fun in the Clubhouse

   

Great fun was had by all and the best of luck toour new Captains.

Jack FM Christmas Texas Scramble in aidof Helen & Douglas House Hospice 

 JackFM held their Charity Christmas Texas Scrambleon Monday with the day being supported by 15Teams including:

   

Thanks to all these teams along with sponsors onthe day Hartwell and ASM Auto Recycling. Allproceeds raised throughout the day going toHelen & Douglas House Hospice. Following thegolf and before the 3 course Christmas DinnerOxford Magician Sam Strangeentertained the golfers with his many tricks andwizardry skills!

   

In the picture above you can see Sam Strangeentertaining the quests in the bar along withthe clubhouse decked out in a Christmas theme.

We had ten four player teams, in 1st place was BruceHydeLinaker - nett 57.6, 2nd InsideOut - nett 57.7 and in 3rd wasExecutive Fire- nett 58.2. Along with these ten teams we alsohad 5 teams with three players; in 1st place wasWarburtons - nett 61.3 followedin 2nd by Greene King- nett 62.5. 

Nearest the Pin on 4th Hole: StuartGillis of Warburtons. LongestDrive on 18th Hole: Paul Huntof Greene King with an incredible 350 yards +drive. 

 

LynxGolf Day 

This Saturday 11am to 2pm This Saturday from11am to 2pm we have Lynx Golf visiting the cluband showcasing their range for 2016. 

A fantastic opportunity to come along and samplethe brand and try some of their many productsout - maybe a last minute Christmas treat orsomething for the New Year! 

For more details come and see me in the Pro Shopor clickhere to view the poster on our website.

The Cat is Back!



Seniors Roll-up 

On Thurs 10th Dec a total of 16 Seniors bravedthe elements in the monthly roll-up. The winnerwith Keith Pashley with runner up Stuart Westonwho also won nearest the pin. 

January Roll Up - please signup for this event - Jan 20th. 

Annual Dinner - as last yearthis is being held in a Friday in March (date tobe confirmed). There will be a 3 course meal andentertainment - cost will be £20. 

Tour to Portugal - Reminder The4th annual senior's tour takes place from 10thto 14th October next year. We are staying inVilamoura in the Algarve and will play threedifferent courses during the week. We would likeall players to consider this tour, which is theonly tour open to all members. Full details onthe notice board - just add your name or contactGerry Shaw with any questions. 

 

Christmas Turkey Trot

Tuesday was the Ladies 9 Hole Christmas TurkeyTrot and lunch attended by 20 in total. 

Elaine Huntwon the competition and the Turkey from DaveBartlett Butchers!

 

BoxingDay - 3 club challenge

On Boxing Day we have the 3 Club Challenge from9:30am 9 holes followed by Mulled Wine &Mince Pies after. Please add your name to thesheet in the Spike Bar.

 

How long can you wait?

Wehad a question this week from one of ourmembers: 

Howlong can you wait for your putt to drop if theball is overhanging the hole? 

16-2. Ball Overhanging Hole: When any part ofthe ball overhangs the lip of the hole, theplayer is allowed enough time to reach the holewithout unreasonable delay and an additional tenseconds to determine whether the ball is atrest. 

If by then the ball has not fallen into thehole, it is deemed to be at rest. If the ballsubsequently falls into the hole, the player isdeemed to have holed out with his last stroke,and must add a penalty stroke to his score forthe hole; otherwise, there is no penalty underthis Rule. 

So essentially you are given 10 seconds from thetime you reach your ball to see if it falls inor not. If it falls afterwards, you need to addone to your score. 
 


byAndy Taylor, Head PGA Professional 

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Merry Christmas

If you have any last minute Christmas requestsor would like some festive vouchers come and seeus in the shop. Don't forget we have the Motocaddypromotion running until Christmas Evealong with the Srixon BallPersonalisation as well.