Annual Stableford Trophy–Results

After a gloomy forecast of rain, we were lucky to stay dry for this event! The course continues to be difficult for those who are unable to stay on the fairway. Best scorer of the day was Paul Marshall with 36 points on count back from Gerry Gentle. Third was John Hazelwood with 35 points and fourth Neil Pinnington with 34 points. Well done gentlemen. As the Competition Scratch Score (CSS) was 73, handicap adjustments were ‘reductions only’. Paul’s handicap is reduced to 21. For full results please click HERE.

Downsmen Inter-Club Trophy–Winners from John O’Gaunt Seniors

This inaugural competition held by the Seniors of Dunstable Downs Golf Club was attended by teams of three, representing the 15 clubs with whom the Downsmen regularly play. Initially it seemed that John O’Gaunt Seniors would not be represented through lack of interest. However, Gerry Gentle, Trevor Hazell and Richard Farrow decided to fly the flag for the Section at this important event. I am pleased to report that they won with a combined points score of 112 which was boosted considerably by Gerry’s 43 points! 

Very well done gentlemen.

Reg Batson Aggregate Trophy–Results

A bit of a slog after the incessant rain of the last six or seven weeks. Nevertheless, some creditable scores were returned. The winner was Harry Wakefield with a net 70 on count back from John Whitbread. Third was Peter Lowe, net 71, ocb from David Wrench. Thanks must go to Alan Anderson who organised the competition for the fifth year running. Getting the hang of it now Alan!

For the full results, please click HERE and for the handicap adjustments, please click HERE

Championship Trophy–Results

With the exception of a few, players found it hard going on John O’Gaunt course after all the rain of the last month. Hence the competition scratch score of 75! However, it must be said that the course is in excellent condition with the greens running true.

The winner was Ray Smart with a gross score of 84, net 71, which enabled him to win the Championship Trophy Cup for the best gross score and the Rex Cleaver Trophy Cup for the best net score. Very well done Ray! Second with a net 73 was Peter Lowe and third, net 74, was David Wrench. Good performances!

Net scores can be viewed HERE, handicap adjustments can be downloaded HERE and for the mathematically inclined the calculations for the Competition Standard Scratch can be viewed HERE. Please don’t ask me to explain it. You will need to study the CONGU rule book.

Rex Bullock Trophy – Results

An excellent turnout of 68 competitors for the first real day of summer with the Carthagena Course in excellent condition and the greens running true. The winner was Steve Cooper with 39 points. Second was Ken Robinson with 38 points (ocb) from Neil Pinnington. For full results please click HERE.  Handicap adjustments can be downloaded from HERE.

Annual Medal Trophy

This was the first of two Seniors medal competitions to be played during the year. The winner was Alan Anderson (net 69), second Paul Jeeves (net 70) and third John Morris (net 71). For full results please click  HERE . Also played for was the newly introduced Jubilee Trophy stableford competition for Cat 4 competitors. This was won by Paul Marshall, second Malcolm Lee and third David Gauge. please click HERE. 

Seniors & Ladies Greensomes–Results

The sun eventually broke through today for the Seniors and Ladies Greensomes. As usual, the ladies supplied a nice array of cakes which were greatly enjoyed. Winners were Diane Hall and Gerry Gentle (44 points), second Doreen King and Trevor Hazell (43 points) and third Rosalyn Kensall and David Gauge (42 points) Thanks are due to Ken Doggrell for organising the competition. For the full results please click HERE . Apologies for the quality of the pics. I must go back to the old camera.

Fourball Better Ball Trophy–Results

A moderate turnout of 56 played in this the first competition of the season. This was the first opportunity to try out the rebuilt 13th green. Various opinions were voiced! Mainly that it was slow.

Considering the three quarters handicap allowance, some decent scores were recorded. The winners were Paul Marshall and Ian McAinsh with 39 points on count back from George Turner and Ken Robinson. For full results, please click HERE

Knockouts - 2012

Please note that the Knockout tables are posted on the noticeboard and can also be viewed on the right of this posting under LINKS. It is hoped that all entrants will make every effort to arrange and play their matches in good time. Please also note that the singles byes can be played with immediate effect.

Good luck!

Christmas Fayre

Peter Jarman has won with an excellent 42 points (off 11!), followed closely by Brian Bullen and Robert Anderson each with 40 points. Peter’s round included a hole-in-one at the 11th, this was celebrated in the usual fashion by the Senior members present. Congratulations Peter! I think everyone will agree that the quality of prizes, provided from Seniors funds, was outstanding. Thanks are due to Graham McKay for organising the competition. For full results, please click HERE.