We saw a good 16 golfers arrive at West Midland, which we have not played for a while, apart from the wind we played in nice weather again.
A few highlights (or lowlights) during the day's play saw Mr Green smashing the ball at the flag on the 4th to save a probable 50 yard shot back, Also, on the 4th par 3 Mr Fitzell with a 90 yard grass cutter to get on the green, Pirate Pete kept his ammo in the bank until a fantastic birdie on the 17th to win his doubles with Mr Crocker against Paul Green and myself.
Other notable point were Dave Fuller losing at least 10 balls during the days play and Mr Fitzell with 2 on the 11th tee.
Dennis was a happy man in the 19th hole until the last group ventured in when he was pipped into 2nd place. And, finally many thanks to Paddy Murray who re-joined the society with the two’s pot. Welcome back.
The only handicap changes sees Paul Collins cut by 0.5 for his win to 19.4 now playing 19 and Rob Pouncey gets one back as he goes to 19.5 and playing off 20. In the Greenwood, Neil Edwards has 105 points from Captain Tony on 87, Paul Fitzell on 84, Rob Pouncey on 83 and Dennis on 82.
Two doubles matches were played. Paul Collins and Patrick beat Neal Malone by 5 & 3 and Pete Mann and Dave Crocker defeated Paul Green and Nelly Edwards by 2 & 1. The semi final line up is now complete:
Paul Fitzell + David Fuller V Peter Mann + Dave Crocker
Paul Collins + Patrick Stone V Tony Brock + Rob Pouncey
Congratulations go to Paul Collins for his win on 36 Points. In 2nd Dennis England 33 points and 3rd To Neal Malone 32 points
The nearest the pins on the day were Paul Fitzell and Paul Collins, the two’s pot getting collected by Paddy who then (under no pressure) renewed his membership..
Full results as follows:
1st Paul Collins 36 points,
2nd Dennis England 33 points,
3rd Neal Malone 32 points,
4th Peter Mann 32 points,
5th Neil Edwards 31 points,
6th Richard Darlison 31 points,
7th Tony Brock 29 points,
8th Rob Pouncey 29 points,
9th Patrick Stone 29 points,
10th Paul Green 28 points,
11th Paddy Murray 27 points
12th Dave Crocker 23 points,
13th Paul Fitzell 21 points,
14th Dave Fuller 21 points,
15th John Simson 21 points
16th Glyn Jones
A gallant effort by Glyn to get round, and thanks to his playing partners for the support.
Our next fixture at Bicester gc on Sunday June 25th, 1st Tee 1300hrs or 1pm if you prefer please arrive for 12 noon for Bacon roll coffee before, cost is £30 incl. bits for members and £34 for guest's
Directions
From the North and Northwest. Make your way to Junction 10 of the M40 and take the B430 towards Middleton Stoney. Go straight over the traffic lights at Middleton Stoney and then take the left turn at the second crossroads into Green Lane following the brown golf club signs. Bicester Hotel, Golf and Spa entrance is approximately 1 mile down this road on your left hand side.
If lost Tel. 01869 241204, Sat Nav OX26 1TE (Please note this will take you to the back/goods entrance. You will need to follow the road around the golf course by turning first right then first right again and then the hotel entrance will be on your right.)
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Neil Edwards