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Celebrating 25 Years! See Page 5 Captain’s Dinner at Pezula Championship Course

We would like to extend a thank you to our Captain, David Kidd, who has been Club Captain for the past four years. His assistance and contribution to Pezula Golf club is greatly appreciated. The evening was set as a red carpet walk, which instantly gave those attending a feeling of exclusivity. Each guest received a glass of bubbly on arrival, which made the start of the evening that much more special. The evening started off festively, as fabulous background music set the mood for the evening, compliments of our talented musician and singers, Suzi and Jo, who sang a variety of modern and classic songs. Left: Albert McLean (Chairman) Center: David Kidd ( Club Captain) Right: Liz Keller (Lady Captain) Our Master of Ceremonies for the evening, Duncan Wylie, opened the floor and called on our Captain, Dave Kidd, to welcome and greet all the excited guests. This event was a chance for us to celebrate and give out awards for the winners of the 2018 and 2019 competitions. Our guest speaker, Nick Sloane, presented the saga of the shipwreck championship course Costa Concordia, and detailed the process of salvaging the ship. The guests were astonished by his interesting presentation and the BREATHTAKING COASTAL VIEWS technical processes that had to take FOR AN INSPIRED SWING place in order for the vessel to be salvaged. It was an honour to have one of our members, Barry Richards a South African Cricket legend, join us at our Captain’s dinner. Barry thoroughly enjoyed the setting and found the shipwreck presentation very intriguing. Our Club Chairman, Albert McLean, closed off the evening with a big thank you to all who attended the lovely evening. A big thank you also to our sponsors Dynasty Private Wealth & Investment Management. The food NOW LAUNCHING 8 EXCLUSIVE GOLF SUITES and décor was presented beautifully, and the wine for the evening was sponsored by Lanzerac - which was put PLAY AND STAY OPTIONS to good use by all the guests! Golf carts All in all it was a fabulous evening Breakfast at the club or hotel celebrating the splendour of our club Twin beds for groups and contributions of all our members. BBQ and Spitbraai for groups

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2 Ritchie claims inaugural Limpopo Championship JC Ritchie made it two wins in two weeks when he won the inaugural Limpopo Championship on the first playoff hole at Euphoria Golf and Lifestyle Estate last month.

He signed for seven-under-par 65 in regulation to media endaweni credit get to 18-under in regulation play and despite playing well all week long, it took Ritchie a strong back nine performance to force himself into a two-man playoff with Steve Surry who played amazing golf in Limpopo. The victory goes with his win in the Team Championship with Jaco Prinsloo last week. Having turned in 35, it didn’t look like Ritchie was in with a shout but four birdies and an eagle on the homeward stretch brought him back into it. “It started off tough, very slow and it didn’t look like it was going anywhere,” said Ritchie of his final round of the first Limpopo Championship. “But, to turn on the fire on the back nine like I did means a lot more to me than people may think. “After nine holes I had a good talking to myself. I had to do a bit of a game-change. In the beginning of the week all I wanted was just to hit greens, keep it in play and give myself chances but from the second round I saw guys were finding birdies out here so between yesterday and today I had to do something to start making birdies and today that back nine turned out good for me.” With this tournament important to many players for all sorts of reasons – some playing to save their cards, others to get into the Tour Championship in two weeks’ time and others playing to improve their JC Ritchie general standing on the Order of Merit – Ritchie also had something to play for. and the playoff hole. hit the tee shot as good. I had 230 to the flag and hit “This win is huge for me,” he said, “not only for the “On the last hole of regulation, I was quite stressed,” a four-iron to about three and a half foot. I feel like I win itself but my Order of Merit position. Going into he said, “I just told myself ‘just make contact’, I can fly have to feel sorry to Steve (Surry) because he played so Tour Champs, this win means so much to me and to the hazard, it’s not in play. I pulled it a little and it went solidly the whole week. He played beautifully today and have everyone here – my girlfriend and my friends, it a mile. I hit about 195 down the last hole, hit six-iron did everything he could. He put up a brilliant challenge was such a special event.” to about five foot. I was a little shaky over the putt and this week.” He admits, however, that while he played himself, didn’t know where to hit it and it just lipped out. This marks Ritchie’s third Order of Merit victory on there were nervy moment especially on the last hole “The second time around (in the play-off hole) I didn’t Tour. n

3 Building great Club Leadership By Paul Leishman - CCM - The Bryanston Country Club

The Club Management Association of South Africa (CMASA) has been running workshops around the country this month promoting strong Leadership and Governance in our clubs. The need for strong leadership , it may surprise you, is not isolated to South Africa and it was also one of the key topics at the Club Management World Conference in Nashville last month. Unfortunately we often see the same faces and not enough people Corporate Golf Apparel get to share in this international best practise so I am hoping that some Available through current or future volunteer leaders and management staff may read this article and gain something from it. and management should Corporate Golf Solutions Leadership in clubs should be implement policy and manage treated similarly to business but the the club operations on a daily one variable that makes it different is basis. Micro-management is the volunteer nature of it. All leaders one of the biggest reasons of clubs should however bear in mind good managers resign from a Contact Gavin on that they are custodians of property club and this can be avoided and assets that are worth several if managers are empowered 082 555 2421 | [email protected] hundred million rands and impact and resourced to do the job. large communities so they should There are many caveats to therefor take the role of a volunteer this philosphy and board leader seriously. Step one, there interference can be as a result are still boards that allow alcohol of many things including lack of Parys Golf & Country Estate consumption in meetings and I hope policy clarity, clear guidelines this practise will change immediately. for board and management and Next up , there should be a strong yes even poor management. Country Membership Special Strategic Plan in order to ensure A well run and constructive Country Membership 2 R920 that you know where you want to board meeting is essential in (Includes Membership Card) get to and then to make sure that making everybody feel that your board, management, staff and their time and input is valuable. Country Membership 2 + PMG members are aware of that plan. There are many simple (playmoregolf) Reporting back on progress regularly guidelines that should be Late Membership R1 500 helps keep everybody in support of followed to help this process. (Includes Membership Card) the club. It should be accompanied A Board Self-Evaulation would by a strong financial plan with the give you great feedback on how To qualify for the above membership packages, golfers need to live 60km from the Parys Golf & Country Estate neccesary oversight. Having a strong efficient your board considers plan in place along with ensuring itself. Interesting feedback you have a good orientation program from the recent workshops has for board members will assist with shown that some clubs have Make Parys Golf & Country Estate ensuring that future board members found morning board meetings your Golfing home with this are brought along the journey and more efficient. fantastic offer. you don’t get into a position of having There will always be so much a radically changing direction every to do and at times management year. At the recent workshops only must learn to say NO when they half of clubs present had clear and are unable to do things due well communicated strategies. On to lack of time or resources. the positive side there are clubs that We often create failure for have taken the strategic planning ourselves by trying to do more very seriously and have full two day than we can handle. retreats. Governance rules should This is just the tip of the be well documented to show what topic, for more information I , when and how you do things. It would urge you to go to www. clubmanagement.co.za. ensures accountability for the current www.parysestate.co.za • [email protected] and future boards and will ensure that It may all be common sense Phone: 056 818 1567 members trust the Club Leadership. but it certainly isn’t common 18 Venus St, Parys Golf & Country Estate, Parys  The Board should set the club policy practice. n 4 # Montagu 08

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5 Keeping up with Leigh-Jane and the Jones’s

With the Masters only a week away its great to see Louis in form and what Since joining Tee and a month for Justin Harding – a win, 2 wins in the World Matchplay gets him Sandwedges I have into the Masters ! played more golf in the I see a 4 day ticket to the Masters costs R176,000 and its Fully Booked! last month than what I OUCH!! did in the last year and it Tee and Sandwedges entertained 32 golfers at the beautiful Champagne has been wonderful! We Sports Resort and a great time was had by all the players. The course was in really are so blessed with great condition but playing long due to excellent rains this past Summer. so many beautiful golf Winning Scores – Alliance 73, Betterball 39, lots of potential clients for our courses in this country and it is awesome to be out there Pro Partner Leigh- Jane Middelton. again. Winter is on its way which is great news for us Oldies as we get an extra 20 I believe that as a Professional Golfer, there comes a time in your career that metres on our drives. you have to make the decision to either play professionally or work in the Club The Club champs are over and other than the odd punch up, and the new industry be it a Teaching Pro, Head Pro or Director of Golf. I made the decision handicapping system, all went well. to work in the Club industry many years ago and that meant that I didn’t get to play as much golf, so I am delighted to be playing more now. I have felt in the See you on the tee! last 2 months that the more I was playing the worse I was getting but yesterdays round at Bryanston CC proved that I have dusted off the rust and the swing is back. Allan Jones I hope to see you on the fairways soon. Leigh-Jane Middleton

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Inspired by a magical chip-in on the the sponsorship of this LET co-sanctioned 16th hole, Indian rookie Diksha Dagar tournament, our individual sponsorships claimed victory in the Investec South and our support of the Sunshine Ladies African Women’s Open, celebrating a Tour. These powerful partnerships allow maiden Ladies European Tour win in just us to grow the sport of golf for women in her fourth professional start at Westlake South Africa.” Golf Club last month. While bitterly disappointed, Pace was The 19-year-old left-hander from New gracious in defeat. “Diksha played great Delhi tapped in for par at the final hole and didn’t make a mistake the whole for a three-under-par 69 to edge out day,” she said. former three-time champion Lee-Anne “I knew that I had to make birdies to

Pace by a stroke. ur To win and unfortunately I left one short at Fellow Ladies European Tour (LET) 16 and then missed a par putt at 17. I’m rookie Esther Henseleit of Germany and not too disappointed because I played Scotland’s Michele Thomson shared great golf, but I made two mistakes and

third on three-under, with Lydia Hall Sun s hine Ladie credit they cost me the tournament.” from Wales and Scotland’s Carly Booth a Indian rookie Diksha Dagar won the Investec South African Women’s Open in Despite it being her best finish in her further shot back in joint fifth. only her fourth professional start at Westlake Golf Club short professional career, Henseleit was For most of the final round, the left mixed emotions after a bogey at the tournament was Pace’s to lose as the nine- levels. Deaf Championship winner and a last dropped her to third. time LET champion looked in complete “I really didn’t expect to win, but it silver medallist in the 2017 Summer “At the moment I’m a bit disappointed,” control in front of a vocal home crowd. happened and I am very happy. I got two Deaflympics to claim her breakthrough. she lamented. “I needed a birdie at She held a three-stroke lead through lucky breaks towards the end, with a long Victory came with a massive boost to the last and I made bogey, so that was 12 holes, but a surprise bogey on the par- birdie putt on 15 and then the chip-in fourth in the LET Order of Merit and the frustrating. In time I will look back and be five 13th cut her advantage to two shots. on 16. Normally I would just try to chip top spot in the LET Rookie of Year Race, quite happy about finishing third. I hit so Dagar, who fired her first birdie at the it close and make the par putt, but this but the teenager is keeping her feet on many good iron shots but the putts just par-four eighth, made her second at the time I had a feeling I could do it and it the ground for now. “My goal for the rest didn’t drop today. It wasn’t my day.” short 15th to pull within a shot of Pace. went in.” of the season is to just stay focused and GolfRSA Elite Squad player Kajal The Indian teenager’s approach at the Coming off a tie for fifth in last week’s take each tournament as it comes,” she Mistry lifted the Jackie Mercer Trophy par-four 16th landed just short of the Women’s New South Wales Open in said. as amateur winner – marking the fifth green, but a precision chip dropped in Australia, Dagar got her tournament Cheryl Leicher: Head of Marketing successive time that the Ernie Els and the hole for a share of the lead. off to a nervous start with two double Investec Property, was thrilled to see the Fancourt Foundation member won the She headed down 18 with a one stroke bogeys in the first three holes and signed young starlet rise to the occasion. leading amateur honours on the Sunshine lead after Pace let another one slip at 17. for an opening round of four-over-par 76. “Congratulations to Diksha on claiming Ladies Tour this season. “I just went out today trying to play my A flawless second round 66 propelled this year's Investec South African The 18-year-old Randpark golfer normal game,” said the hearing impaired her into the leading group and a Women's Open title,” said Leicher. “For carded rounds of 73, 76 and 74. A joint Dagar, who plays with a cochlear implant second consecutive bogey-free round the last five years, Investec Property has 30th finish lifted Mistry to second in the that helps her to hear at close-to-normal was enough for the former World proudly supported women’s golf, through Investec Property Fund Order of Merit.n

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8 21st Edition of Canon South Africa Disabled Golf Open scheduled for May 2019 The dates for the 21st edition of the prestigious Canon for South African sport. He turned pro in October 2017 and competed on the South Africa Disabled Golf Open have been confirmed. The company is a primary sponsor of SADGA’s First Gecko Tour in Spain where he notched a top 15 finish This year’s tournament, which will once again see Swing program which encourages young children with in one event. In 2018 he won his first professional some of the best golfers with disabilities from around disabilities to live beyond their physical limitations and event at Ashridge Golf Club, where he shot 66 in the the world compete, takes place from 13 to 16 May play golf. Canon is also associated with the Sunshine second round. He boasts a zero handicap. 2019 at the Magalies Park Golf Club. Ladies Tour as a sponsor of the season opening event Four up and coming golfers from SADGA’s First This will be Canon South Africa’s third year as the for the past two years. This year, Canon SA is also Swing Program Elite Squad, which teaches the game title sponsor of the tournament which is organised sponsoring The Player’s Fund Project Hero, through of golf to young people with disabilities and organises annually by the South African Disabled Golf which the stories of four fallen rugby heroes are being competitions for schools, will also be hitting the course Association (SADGA). This international amateur told to offer hope to former rugby players whose lives at Magalies Park in May. The First Swing Program has event incorporates golfers with varying disabilities, have been forever changed by serious injuries on the helped to uplift hundreds of children through playing with divisions for leg amputees, arm amputees, deaf field. golf. One of its youngsters, 20 year old Ignation Douries golfers, the visually impaired and Les Autres (such as According to Eitzen, entries are streaming in from placed 9th overall in the Canon SA Disabled Golf Open cerebral palsy and deformities). South Africa and abroad for the 2019 Canon SA Disabled in 2018 and will be playing his 7th tournament this year. “This year sees the South Africa Disabled Golf Golf Open. Amongst the internationals that have In 2018, another First Swing Program member, Daren Open coming of age. For 21 years, the tournament entered are Mike Browne from the United Kingdom; Hanekom won the South African Deaf Championships has helped to unite, inspire and acknowledge golfers Bjorn Harkenson from Sweden; Graeme Mazur and which runs concurrently with the Canon SA Disabled with disabilities. Canon SA is proud to sponsor the Johnny Rhea, both from the United Kingdom. Female Golf Open. competition for the third consecutive year. It is sure to players who have entered include Vernita Wirth and South Africans have historically dominated the be another tremendous showcase of sportsmanship, Charlene Pienaar, a blind golfer who participated and tournament, with Ben van Zyl winning the event from passion, talent and perseverance,” says Dana Eitzen, won the ladies stableford division last year. 1998 to 2003; Pieter Jansen in 2004; Nico Wentzel Corporate and Marketing Communications Executive Winner of the Canon SA Disabled Golf Open 2018, in 2008; Iglin Grobler in 2009 and 2010; and Daniel from Canon SA, which has a proud legacy of support Browne is the top contender for this year’s tournament. Slabbert from 2011 to 2013, and again in 2015. n Disabled golf champion returns to South Africa to defend title The top contender in the 2019 Canon South Africa victory was a stark contrast to pre 2013 when the army Disabled Golf Open taking place from 13 to 16 May vet was undergoing rehabilitation following an injury 2019 at the Magalies Park Golf Club is last year’s suffered during his time as a serviceman. Browne got champion, Mike Browne. The army veteran and scratch his first handicap of 28 in the summer of 2014. Within golfer ventured to South Africa from the United three months he was down to 15 and after a year he Kingdom to compete in the tournament for the first was playing off four. He turned pro in 2017. time last year and trumped golfers from South Africa, “We are pleased to welcome back our 2018 champ, the United States and Denmark with a 12 shot victory. Mike Browne for the 21st edition of the Canon South This prestigious tournament has been organised by Africa Disabled Golf Open. A very talented player who the South African Disabled Golf Association (SADGA) is undoubtedly a tremendous inspiration to anyone for 21 years and attracts some of the world’s best rebuilding their lives following a serious injury, Browne golfers with disabilities. South Africans have historically is a tough contender. We wish him all the best as he dominated the tournament, with Ben van Zyl winning defends his title in May,” says Dana Eitzen, Corporate the event from 1998 to 2003; Pieter Jansen in 2004; and Marketing Communications Executive from Canon Nico Wentzel in 2008; Iglin Grobler in 2009 and 2010; SA, which has a proud legacy of support for South and Daniel Slabbert from 2011 to 2013, and again in African sport. 2015. In 2017, American Chad Pfeifer broke the South The company is a primary sponsor of SADGA’s First bri Krieg l er o credit s : A Africans’ winning streak. Swing program which encourages young children with Ph o t English leg-amputee Mike Browne lifted the 20th Browne was selected to represent the On Course disabilities to live beyond their physical limitations and Canon South African Disabled Golf Open title in wire- Foundation at the 2018 Canon South Africa Open after play golf. Canon is also associated with the Sunshine to-wire style with rounds of 78, 78 and 76 at Magalies winning his first professional golf competition at Ashridge Ladies Tour as a sponsor of the season opening event Park Golf Club in 2018. Golf Club where he shot a 66. The Foundation supports for the past two years. This year, Canon SA is sponsoring the rehabilitation of veterans through programmes to The Player’s Fund Project Hero, through which the hope to former rugby players whose lives have been develop golf skills and offer career opportunities. This stories of four fallen rugby heroes are being told to offer forever changed by serious injuries on the field. n

Raylen de Wee joins the field at Canon South Africa Disabled Golf Open Entries are flowing in for the 21st edition ofthe Open in May. He is an inspiration to others who are prestigious Canon South Africa Disabled Golf Open trying to rebuild their lives following an injury that has taking place from 13 to 16 May 2019 at the Magalies left them disabled,” says Dana Eitzen, Corporate and Park Golf Club. This year’s tournament will once again Marketing Communications Executive from Canon SA, see some of the best golfers with disabilities from which has a proud legacy of support for South African around the world compete. sport. South African arm amputee Raylen De Wee has This will be Canon South Africa’s third year as the confirmed his participation. De Wee suffered an title sponsor of the tournament which is organised electronic shock from a loose cable in 2010 and spent annually by the South African Disabled Golf Association a year in hospital. In 2011, he began playing golf with SADGA). This international amateur event incorporates the South African Disabled Golf Association’s (SADGA) golfers with varying disabilities, with divisions for leg First Swing Program (FSP). He competed in the South amputees, arm amputees, deaf golfers, the visually Africa Disabled Golf Open for the first time in 2014 and impaired and Les Autres (autistic, deformities etc). it’s become an annual tradition for him. He has since The company is a primary sponsor of SADGA’s First competed in the tournament every year. He currently Swing program which encourages young children with boasts a handicap of 9.9. disabilities to live beyond their physical limitations and Golf has turned into a career for De Wee who works play golf. Canon is also associated with the Sunshine at SADGA’ First Swing Program as a coach for disabled Ladies Tour as a sponsor of the season opening children in the Western Cape schools. He recently event for the past two years. This year, Canon SA is completed the PGA Grow Golf Coaches Certificate. sponsoring The Player’s Fund Project Hero, through . The First Swing Program has helped to uplift hundreds which the stories of four fallen rugby heroes are being of children through playing golf. told to offer hope to former rugby players whose lives “We are proud to host this talented and up-and- have been forever changed by serious injuries on the coming golfer at the Canon South Africa Disabled Golf field.n For more information about Canon, please visit www.canon.co.za or follow Canon on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or LinkedIn

9 LETTER TO THE EDITOR Dear Editor,

Your March letter renewed my interest in hole size which was determined by an arbitrary piece of pipe ratified in 1891 by the R&A.

When the ball size standard was increased, the hole size remained the same!

I'm not sure that intelligent logic can be applied to hole size, but when putting determines the result of so many games it surely should not be left to an 1891 arbitrary size ?!

My own though is thats it's too small (specially with the new rule of being able to leave the pin in when putting). Perhaps the thought of one ball in the middle and one either side seems to fit the bill...ie

a 5 inch hole.

Worth T&S pushing the thought with say 3 Clubs with large memberships trying the new hole size and an organised report back from Members?

Sincerely, Trev Shaw Helderberg Village Golf Club

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10 Green on the Screen by Michael Scholz

After a cracking drive positioned just left of the deep fairway pot bunker, you Gary Player proudly designed 2 of his greatest masterpieces to compliment the strut confidently up the immaculately manicured, criss-cross patterned fairway resort and is still actively involved in many aspects of the courses on an ongoing basis. eager to look around the corner to see the signature pin position that awaits your Our short visit to inspect the courses and see how Bidvest Topturf maintain such a second shot. remarkable standard of ongoing course maintenance was met with punishing African Indeed it’s there. Nestled precariously behind the deep greenside bunker that’ll bush, rich green fairways, emerald green carpet-like greens and green machines … swallow up any approach shot hit anything less than perfectly. John Deere green. The ball is lying perfectly, raised up on the tightly-cut kikuyu that offers the ultimate playing surface for any great golf course. You draw the six iron, take 2 deep breaths, then you pull the trigger. The ball takes off with a melodious swish and marries the blue African sky above, whistling over the deathly water hazard below. The ball starts to fall … it’s going to be touch-and-go to clear the steep bunker face. Clawing gently over the bunker, the ball pitches and rolls slowly past the hole, picking up a little speed as it encounters the gradual slope just left of the pin. You look eagerly to see the result.

General manager Ken Payet and head course superintendent Konrad Suhr were excited to show off some of their fleet, which includes everything from green mowers (both walk-behind and ride-on), fairway mowers, rough mowers and numerous “Gators” which can be seen patrolling both courses whilst tackling the tough workload offered by the rugged bushveld terrain of the Pilanesberg. Konrad, proudly admits that their decision to purchase John Deere equipment was Strolling up to the green, you are pleased to see that the ball has finished on the not only due to the fact that the equipment is competitively priced, but he was also green some 30 feet past the cup. Lightning speed greens these, so you breathe a impressed by the outstanding performance of the machines which comfortably stand huge sigh of relief that you have found the putting surface. up to the test of all that the harsh environment that is Sun City. Standing over the putt, you appreciate the flawless surface that offers nothing In addition to this, the after sale service offered by the John Deere golf turf agency, other than a roll so true, that this course has been the proud host of the world’s Afgri Equipment, ensures that every need relating to the equipment is expertly top golfers at Africa’s Major since 1982 and never a word uttered other than managed and attended to and Johan Snyman (Afgri Equipment agent for Sun City) compliments of the exceptional condition that the Gary Player Country Club offers knows the course staff and both courses well through his numerous visits to check annually for the Nedbank Golf Challenge and its former title, the “Million Dollar”. that the John Deere performance lives up to its exemplary global reputation. This is the beastly 18th hole and it has many a tale to tell. Whilst chatting with Konrad, we also met a few of the loyal Bidvest Topturf course Behind the scenes, the condition of the Gary Player Country Club and its workers who are responsible for mowing and manicuring the courses. picturesque sister, The Lost City Golf Course, are under the care and management Atop their John Deere equipment, their pride and passion emanates through the of Bidvest Topturf whom have been the custodians of both courses since their incredible condition of both the courses. births. So when you lie down on the couch with your biltong and beer to watch terrific golf The decades of their experience resound through the entire Sun City resort which played by the world’s top golfers that make up this year’s Nedbank Golf Challenge, is, and has always been, nothing short of spectacular as it was moulded to fit the know too, that behind the scenes, there’s a lot of John Deere green behind the green dream of Sol Kerzner in the 1970’s. on your screen. For more information on regarding John Deere golf equipment, visit www.johndeere.com.

11 PLAY “Play the course as you findFAIR it; play the ball as it lies. If you... can’t do either then play fair. In order to play fair, you need to know the rules of golf.” CADDIES... Rule10 covers, amongst other elements, the help a this Rule if the player backs away from the stance and David Rickman, Executive Director – Governance at The player may get from others. The underlying principle does not begin to take the stance again until after the R&A, said, “These clarifications are designed to improve being that golf is a game of skill and personal challenge. caddie has moved out of that location.” the operation of the Rule and give the players more Rule 10.2b(4) addresses restrictions on a Caddie The two clarifications provided can be summarised opportunity to avoid a breach while remaining true to standing behind a player. as follows: Meaning of “begins taking a stance for the purpose of the Rule. We appreciate that this requires Earlier in 2019, there were some infringements of the stroke”: If a player backs away from a stance, the some players and caddies to make an adjustment but we this rule involving Haotong Li on the European Tour and player is not considered to have begun “a stance for the believe there is widespread acceptance that it is for the Denny McCarthy on the PGA Tour. Both players were stroke”. Therefore, a player can now back away from player alone to line up a shot.” penalised which resulted in an outcry on both tours. his or her stance anywhere on the course and avoid a A spirit of collaboration has been central to the initiative The R&A and the USGA have subsequently provided breach of Rule 10.2b(4) if the caddie had been standing to modernise golf’s Rules since it began in 2012 and The two clarifications to Rule 10.2b(4) regarding restrictions in a location behind the ball. R&A and the USGA consulted with various entities in the on caddies standing behind players, which took effect Examples of when a Caddie is not “deliberately” game, including the LPGA Tour, the European Tour and the in February. standing behind the ball when a player begins taking PGA Tour, to ensure an appropriate level of guidance has The purpose of Rule 10.2 is to reinforce the stance for stroke: As written, the Rule does not apply if been given through these clarifications. fundamental challenge of making a stroke and to limit a caddie is not deliberately standing behind a player. It The guidance I would suggest is that when you start the advice and other help a player may receive during is clarified that the term “deliberately” requires a caddie your round; request your Caddie not to stand behind you a round. Rule 10.2b(4) ensures that aiming at the to be aware that 1) the player is beginning to take a during your round. intended target is a challenge that the player must stance for the stroke to be played and 2) he or she (the overcome alone. It states: caddie) is standing on or close to an extension of the “When a player begins taking a stance for the stroke line of play behind the ball. Several examples are given and until the stroke is made, the player’s caddie must in the clarification to provide additional guidance. not deliberately stand in a location on or close to the player’s line of play behind the ball for any reason. If the The complete language to the two major clarifications player takes a stance in breach of this Rule, he or she can be found at: https://www.randa.org/Downloads/ DR. RULZ cannot avoid penalty by backing away. Clarifications%20of%20the%20Application%20of%20 Please send any feedback, questions or queries you may Exception – Ball on Putting Green: When the player’s Rule%20102b4%20%20February%206%202019%20 have on the rules of golf to [email protected] ball is on the putting green, there is no penalty under 2%20(1).pdf Follow on twitter @DrRulz

QUIZ - How well do you know the rules? Test yourself below...

Question 1 play in the correct order. What is the ruling? Question 10 A. Player A In stroke play, a player's ball comes to rest on A. C gets a penalty of two strokes. A player may place a club on the ground B. Player B a gravel-surfaced road. He is entitled to relief B. C is disqualified. during the stroke to aid in alignment. C. Either player may play the provisional. from the road but decides to play the ball as C. There is no penalty. A. False it lies. He removes some gravel that might B. True Question 15 interfere with his stroke. What is the ruling? Question 6 The "line of play" always means the direct A. The player gets a penalty of one A player’s ball in the rough lies in the loose Question 11 line to the hole. stroke. material caused by a rabbit digging a hole. A player may repair natural wear of the hole A. True B. There is no penalty. The player is entitled to free relief. on the putting green before putting. B. False C. The player gets a penalty of two strokes. A. False A. False B. True B. True Question 16 Question 2 A ball is lost if, after searching for it for one A strong gust of wind causes a players ball Question 7 Question 12 minute, the player declares it to be lost. to move on the putting green before she has When the edge of ground under repair is de- In stroke play, a player’s ball lies in a penal- A. True had a chance to mark, lift and replace the fined by a line on the ground the line itself is ty area. When taking back-on-the-line relief, B. False ball. The player must replace her ball on the in the ground under repair. she may choose to drop the ball in a bunker. original spot. A. False A. False Question 17 A. True B. True B. True In stroke play, if a player, when starting a B. False hole, plays from outside the teeing area, the Question 8 Question 13 player incurs a penalty of two strokes and Question 3 Someone who walks with a player and gives A player makes a practice swing and acciden- the ball must be played as it lies. A ball is outside the teeing area when any him advice during a round but does not carry tally moves her ball in play on the fairway A. True part of it lies outside the teeing area. his clubs is a caddie. with her club. What is the ruling? B. False A. True A. False A. The player gets one penalty stroke and B. False B. True must replace the ball. Question 18 B. There is no penalty, but the movement If it is 75% certain that a ball that has not Question 4 Question 9 of the ball counts as a stroke and the been found is in a penalty area, the player Wrong greens are part of the general area. A player's ball is found by another player 2 ball must be played as it lies. may take back-on-the- line relief from the A. True minutes and 50 seconds after she began C. There is no penalty but the player must penalty area under penalty of one stroke. B. False searching for the ball. It takes the player replace the ball. A. True 30 seconds to get to her ball and identify it B. False Question 5 as hers. As the ball was identified after the Question 14 In a stroke-play competition, A, B and C were three-minute search time had finished, the A and B are partners in a foursome. Player A drawn by the Committee to play together ball is considered lost. drives and there is doubt as to whether the starting at 9.00 am. A and B were present A. False ball is out of bounds or not. If the players at the appointed time. C arrived at 9.02 am, B. True decide to play a provisional ball, who must after A and B had teed off, but just in time to play it? >> SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 25

12 Garden Route Turf & Club Association Turfgrass Managers Association-KZN You’re invited to the South African Golf Sustainability Roadshow

Join your fellow CEO’s, General Managers, Course Superintendents and industry stakeholders at these regional sustainability workshops - to identify practical steps to benefit your business and the industry as a whole. PROUDLY SPONSORED BY:

The Practical Side of Sustainability Measuring your Clubs environmental Footprint Operational performance; Staff, customer and community engagement; Industry image and influence

DATES and REGIONS 27 May 2019 - Gauteng – Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club 29 May 2019 - Kwa-Zulu Natal – Victoria Country Club 31 May 2019 - Western Cape – Atlantic Beach Country Club

PROPOSED AGENDA 08:00 Arrival Tea & Coffee 08:30 Welcome and introduction – PGA of SA, GOLF RSA and CMASA 08:40 The Practical Side of Sustainability – JHB - A CCJ case study, presented by Matthew Johnstone; KZN - A Victoria CC Case Study, presented by Kriben Govender; WC - A Pearl Valley Case Study, presented by Mike Westman 09:15 Staff Empowerment – identifying and training employees to perform the admin duties for OnCourse and Turfkeeper – Sue de Zwart 09:45 Turfgrass Academy Introduction – Kelly Sauerman 10:00 TEA BREAK 10:15 GEO Foundation - What sustainability issues matter to you, and what tools are available through OnCourse 12:15 LUNCH 13:00 Water Quality Management – Sue de Zwart and Specialist 13:45 Recycling in clubs – how are we managing this? Earth Probiotic – turn your food waste into a club benefit 14:10 TEA 14:20 TORO and CLUBCAR – practical/ presentation on equipment/products that reduces environmental footprint. 15:20 Q&A 16:00 End of Session – Open Networking

DATES and REGIONS 27 May 2019 - Gauteng – Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club 29 May 2019 - Kwa-Zulu Natal – Victoria Country Club 31 May 2019 - Western Cape – Atlantic Beach Country Club

TO BOOK YOUR SPOT & FOR MORE INFORMATION Contact: CMASA on (011) 482 7542 or [email protected]

>> SEE ANSWERS ON PAGE 25

13 News from Womens Golf SA

The Mid-Amateur goes from strength to strength

Sally Greasley President SA Women’s Golf

From left to right, Sally Greasley (President SA Women’s Golf), Liezl Smit - 2018 Mid-Amateur Champion and Sarah Braude (Vice President SA Women’s Golf)

For three years Val Holland, our National Coach, Golf Club hosted the event. Whilst competition is in the KZN Mid-Amateur and although she came ran a very successful Mid-Amateur tournament at strong, so is the camaraderie. After Registration second to Liezl in KZN, Sandra finished top of the Kingswood Golf Club. Unfortunately, the sponsor the day before competition begins, WGSA hosts rankings in 2018. pulled out and in 2013 WGSA took over and it a cocktail party, and on the second evening we There are now a total of nineteen provincial became a National Mid-Amateur Championship. have a players braai with music provided by the tournaments from which the Mid-Amateurs may Since then the Championship has gone from club. As you can imagine, great fun is had by all! gain ranking points, as well as the SA Women’s strength to strength. It is a wonderful opportunity A ranking system was introduced in 2017 and Mid-Amateur Championship and the South for the Mid-Amateur and Senior players to points were awarded to the top finishers in the African Women’s Amateur Stroke Play and Match compete against their peers Originally the age National event. Some provinces had already Play Championship - which brings every player groups were Mid-Amateurs aged 35 and over, and introduced Mid-Amateur Championships and over the age of 30 many opportunities to play Seniors aged 50 and over, but in 2018, to fall in line due to demand, we are pleased to say that competitive golf around the country. with International Mid-Amateur Championships, the provincial Mid-Amateur Championships The 2019 National South African Women’s the entry age was lowered to 30. The format is 54 increased last year to seven stand-alone Mid-Amateur Championship (which includes holes played over three days, the Championship provincial events. This year, WGSA and the a Senior Trophy) will be held at Selborne Golf Division (HI 6.5 and Under) and Silver Division Provinces increased the opportunities for the Estate on November 11 – 13 and we already (HI 6.6 – HI 15.3) play stroke play, and the Bronze Mid-Amateurs and Seniors and agreed to include have commitments from several large groups of Division (HI 15.4 – HI 36.0) play stableford. A a Mid-Amateur tournament to run alongside ladies with accommodation and flights booked to trophy is also presented to the Senior Over 50 their Open Championships and Mid- Amateur ensure their places at what promises to be the winner in the combined Championship and Silver ranking points will be awarded. highlight of “senior” ladies golf this year. Divisions, and interestingly it is in that group that The rankings became very competitive, and in Sally Greasley, President of Womens Golf South the majority of players fall! November last year, following the South African Africa said “We are thrilled that the opportunity The Championship moves around the country Women’s Mid-Amateur, Liezl Smit and Sandra for our Mid-Amateur and Senior players has each year and has been hosted at Kingswood, Winter were vying to be the top finisher for 2018. grown exponentially and all bodes well for Irene Golf Club, St Francis Links, George Golf Club, With only one event left on the calendar, Sandra growing the popularity of “seniors” competitive Kimberley Golf Club and last year Krugersdorp Winter travelled from Southern Cape to compete golf in South Africa”. n

14 News from Womens Golf SA

Top Left: Jenny du Preez, Lynne Behagg, Sandra Winter, Karin Watts and in front Adele Beytell

Sarah Braude Vice President SA Women’s Golf

Past and Present Provincial Presidents who 2018 winners, from left to right: Karin Watts - Winner B Division, participated in 2018, from left to right: Sheryl Matthews, Rosa-Linda Wessels - Winner C Division, Liezl Smit - 2018 Mid-Amateur Elmarie Fogwell, Jenny du Preez, Laetitia Higgs, Rita Herholdt, Champion and Carina Theron - 2018 Senior Champion. Sally Greasley, Dot van Ryneveld and Sarah Braude.

A group of regular participants

Gauteng North Mid-Amateur & Senior Championship 10 February, Woodhill Country Club Free State Mid-Amateur Championship From 2019 WGSA Mid-Amateur Ranking points 13 – 14 April, Schoeman Park Golf Club are available at the Gauteng Mid-Amateur & Senior Championship 5 - 6 May, Country Club Johannesburg South African Women’s Amateur Limpopo Mid-Amateur & Senior Championship Stroke Play & Match Play Championship 8 – 9 June, Koro Kreek Golf Club and Southern Cape Mid-Amateur & Senior Championship 15 - 16 June, Goose Valley Golf Estate provincial Open Amateur Championships Boland Mid-Amateur & Senior Championship (for players with Handicap Index of 15.3 & Under) 6 - 7 July, Paarl Golf Club

Western Province Mid-Amateur & Senior Championship 28 - 29 July, Erinvale Golf Club

Northern Cape Mid-Amateur & Senior Championship • Age Restrictions: Mid-Amateur (30 and +) Senior (50 and +) 31 August – 1 September, Sishen Golf Club • Handicaps: Silver Division (HI 15.3 & Under) which may include a KwaZulu-Natal Mid-Amateur & Senior Championship Championship Division (HI 6.5 & Under) & Bronze Division (15.4 – 36.0). See Tournament Conditions for each event for handicap parameters. 1 - 2 September, Venue TBC • Dates and Venues subject to change. Ekurhuleni Mid-Amateur & Senior Championship 7 – 8 September, Venue TBC • For further information go to: www.golfrsa.com

South African Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship • Email enquiries: [email protected] 11 – 13 November, Selborne Country Club (KZN)

Mpumalanga Mid-Amateur & Senior Championship 23 – 24 November, Middleburg Golf Club

15 “The Bruyns for Golf” Leigh-Jane chats to Julie Bruyns at the BCCGA

When did you qualify as a PGA Professional? all walks of life, it’s what makes teaching so fantastic. I in check. In terms of a work week, Monday mornings is Straight out of school in 2003 I enrolled in the Golf find great joy in introducing golf to youngsters, as little time at home with my 1year old, from 2pm Monday to Directorship and Club Management Diploma at Allenby at 4 years of age, nothing is quite as rewarding as seeing 12pm Sunday is work time! Monday and Wednesday Campus, which formed part of my formal studies the excitement on a child’s face as they launch the afternoons are centred around our junior programs, towards the PGA Qualification however after graduating ball into the air! On the other hand, seeing top players LTAD and SNAG, while every Tuesday morning I run a I took a position in the corporate world running events getting results and reaching their goals after months of dedicated ladies clinic. The rest of my days are filled for Corporate Golf Solutions while they supported my hard work and dedication is just as rewarding. with private lessons and on course sessions finishing playing career (which was cut short due to injury) and on Sunday mornings with the BCC Junior Clinic. only decided to finish my apprenticeship years later, Describe a typical workday / week for you at The qualifying in 2009. Bryanston Country Club Golf Academy What do you enjoy doing in your free time? On a daily basis, there is always time allocated to My free time is centred around family, my wife Mari How did you become a golfer? “admin”, unfortunately! I don’t think many of us Pro’s and two children Kate (3) and Jason (1). We haven’t Family influences really got me interested in golf, I quite got to the driving range yet but picnics in the park have a family of golfers and through their stories and and going to the bush is Kates favourite pass time, so experiences I grew an intense love for the game, not we happily oblige. Music is also a passion of mine, we many kids can say their father, uncle and grandfather all often find ourselves at live events in open areas for the played in the same SA Open (1968 at Houghton). While kids to play and us to enjoy the bands. there was a certain amount of pressure to succeed, I only ever got support and encouragement from them and Do you still get time to play? will be forever grateful as golf has brought me so many Not as often as I would like, but I try play at least once wonderful experiences. a month! Which seems to be working out nicely so far. Social golf with the Bryanston Country Club members Did you ever play or did you ever want to play on tour? is treat and hopefully I can keep it up as the year Yes definitely, I think when you start out, all young progresses. competitive golfer have aspirations of playing on tour, but after injuries and really understanding the sacrifices How would you describe your coaching style? and what life on tour is like, I came to peace with the fact I’m a firm believer in getting your basics right, if your that I wouldn’t be a Tour Player. However after turning swing has a good foundation it makes the execution so Professional, I still enjoy playing a few tournaments, much easier. While technology certainly has its place most recently on the Sunshine Ladies Tour, to keep in and can be a huge advantage in analysing swing faults touch with competitive play and catch up with few old and determining fixes, I try keep things as simple as friends. Tour life is tough and I’m too attached to home possible during my lessons, taking one step at a time to and family to dedicate the hours and time it takes to be achieve each individuals personal swing goals. really successful as a playing professional. enjoy that! A bit of computer time checking emails, If you had one thought to share with all golfers, what Do you specialize in a specific niche market? updating the diary, seeing what’s happening in the would it be? I’m not one for limitations so specialising in a specific golfing world. I do all this in around my lessons which Aim! Take your time and aim correctly. A bad shot in the market isn’t really my style and golf is a game for are usually spread throughout the day and then a bit of right direction will keep you in play, while good shots in everyone, I like to make myself available for people from practice time for myself just to make sure the swing is still the wrong direction can make for a very long day. Improve your game... by taking lessons from a PGA Professional at The Bryanston Country Club Golf Academy The Bryanston Country Club Golf Academy is situated in the heart of the beautiful Bryanston Country Club. The well maintained facilities include a hitting area; practice greens, chipping green and bunker facilities. The academy is run by Leigh-Jane Middleton and her team of qualified teaching PGA Pros and friendly staff. Although this is a member’s facility, non members are welcome to enrol in a lesson program or package with one of our Pro’s.

LESSONS Taking golf lessons from a PGA Professional is the single best way to improve your game. A PGA Professional is uniquely skilled at evaluating your game and can help you: • Hit the ball longer and straighter • Play better on and around the green • Improve your course management skills • Make sure your equipment best fits you • All of this can lead to lower scores and more fun on the course Feel free to make contact with any one of our Pro’s to book a lesson!

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16 YAMAHA expands their award-winning electronic fuel injection (efi) technology to shrink carbon footprint Yamaha’s EFI gas cars will produce 76% fewer pollutants while delivering more miles to the gallon

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18 Leather vs. Synthetic The gloves

By Andrew Wildman are off!

Your grip in golf is undoubtable the most important element of your game. It is your are better suited to a synthetic or rain grip glove. only bridge to the ball and controls the club head through impact. My top Golf Glove recommendations. Consistent golf will always start with a consistent gripping of the golf club. Lose FJ Sta Sof Leather: The most preferred glove of choice on tour offering the best feel control of this all important bridge and you will be zig zagging your way to a “handicap and fit inflating” score in no time. Titleist Players Leather: A price point premium grade leather glove offering great Fortunately our golfing forefathers invented the golf glove. A golfing accessory that durability and feel. provides a sure fit way to a maintaining a consistent “slip free” golfing experience. But FJ Weather Sof Synthetic: For overall durability and performance in all weather with a variety of leather and synthetic options available which is best for your game? conditions. Here are a few questions to consider when making your next choice. FJ GT Extreme Rain Grip Synthetic: If you are planning a golfing trip to Scotland or a die Do you want the best feel and fit? hard all weather golfer! A question every Tour Professional asks and the answer is found in the underbelly of And always remember… the Ethiopian Mountain Goat (Yes, this where the finest and softest leather is found, 1) Never put the glove on by pulling from the stitching. This is the glove’s weakest or at least some of it). Tour Professionals desire the finest leather gloves that provide point and can lead to tearing. Thumb first and then gently pull the palm of the the best feel and comfort. glove onto your hand. Are you looking for durability? 2) Try and keep your glove in its packaging after its round. It is here that synthetic wins this fight over its hoofed opponent. What this material 3) If you have a slightly wider hand, ask your professional to introduce you to the lacks in softness it more than makes up for in its durable nature. Ideal for all conditions Cadet sized glove. With shorter fingers and a wider palm this will ensure you still and great for the practice range. They are also easier on the wallet and offer great get the ideal fit and grip! value for money. Do you play more in dry or wet conditions? If you play more in the highveld where there is less rain a leather glove would be my Should you have any queries please feel free to email me and we will first choice. However coastal conditions with more humidity and longer periods of rain gladly assist. [email protected]

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CM You are hereby invited to the13th Annual Classic, MY Kingsway Centre of Concern Golf Day:

CY 9th of May 2019 at Eagle Canyon Country Club (Honeydew, Roodepoort) CMY Format – Betterball Stableford Mystery

K • Shotgun Start at 12h15 • If you wish to secure your participation, please complete the below Entry Form • Entry Fee: R 3 500 per 4ball / R 1 750 per 2ball • Entry Fee includes Green Fees, Golf Carts, Halfway House Vouchers & Prize Giving Dinner • Hole Sponsorship: R 5 500 includes set up on course on a hole, corkage fees, set up of a table, 2 chairs, tablecloth, ice bath and ice on your hole, a 4ball with carts, halfway house vouchers and dinner

If you are able to donate prizes please indicate this to us, we will gladly assist in collecting this prior to the day

For more information regarding Kingsway Centre of Concern, please visit http://www.kingsway.org.za Please RSVP and send Proof of Payment to: Lara Lotter on 076 902 5515 or [email protected]

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From left to right, Eli From left to right, Bobby van der Hoff, Bachmann, Darryl Parkins Renate van der Hoff, Ingeborg Beuttner, and Andy Bossard Gerhard Beuttner and Darryl Parkins

Our golfers enjoying the sunset clinic with Leigh-Jane.

Thank you to the sponsors:

From left to right, Leigh-Jane Middleton (Tee and Sandwedges), Linda Turck and Mike Hoy (Betterball Stableford Trophy Winners) and From left to right, Janine Parkins (Global Golf), Leigh-Jane Middleton, Darryl Parkins (Global Golf sponsor) Lynn Jones, Allan Jones and Darryl Parkins (Global Golf).

RESULTS 4 BALL ALLIANCE COMPETITION 1ST Gerhard Beuttner; Ingeborg Beuttner; Renate van der Hoff & Bobby van der Hoff 73 c/i 2ND Darryl Parkins; Janine Parkins; Tom Bassett & Rachel Bassett 73 3RD Peter Klein; Brenda Kelly; Brian Enslin; Wendy Robertson 71

BETTERBALL STABLEFORD COMPETITION 1ST Mike Hoy & Linda Turck 40 c/i 2nd Eli Bachmann & Andy Bossard 40 3rd Darryl Parkins & Janine Parkins 39

INDIVIDUAL STABLEFORD COMPETITION LADIES 1ST Janine Parkins 34 2ND Renate van der Hoff 26 3RD Moira Visser 22 4TH Brenda Kelly 21 c/i (Kim Merola)

MEN 1ST Bobby van der Hoff 34 2ND Garth Williamson 30 c/i 3rd John Visser 30 4th Peter Klein 29

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Golf Events for 2019 Ladies Classic - 12 to 14 May 2019 Men’s Classic – 01 to 05 July 2019 Mixed Classic – 12 to 13 October 2019

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What a great way to spend a late summers afternoon, improving 14 May 2019 Ladies on your short game skills 15 May 2019 Men The Bryanston Country Club Golf Academy Tuesday, 9 April 2019 Tuesday, 7 May 2019 Arrival from 3:30 Clinic 4:00 – 5:00 Followed by sundowners on the range Cost: R250 per person Limited spaces available and bookings are essential.

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22 Liability for Injuries on the Golf Course By Robin Twaddle It is not uncommon for someone to be struck by a golf and a tequila or, at Kyalami, a Snake. When a hapless and venue owners will not ball on the course. In the three years that I have been spectator is struck in a Pro tournament, he or she be responsible for any loss playing the game, I have twice been in fourballs where receives an apology, a handshake and often a keepsake or damage that they may someone has been hit by a ball played from the following like a ball or a glove. suffer. In this way, the group. The way I sometimes play, I am surprised that I But what if there is a serious injury? All of the eye- spectators contract with haven’t caused someone an injury yet; I suppose it helps injury cases I mentioned above found their way into the the organisers that they that I don’t hit the ball all that far… courts, so it is important to know what the risks are. will not sue if they are Even in professional golf, where the players tend to Strict liability is when you are liable for someone’s injured. hit a bit straighter than us mortals, incidents where damages even though you were not at fault. With the In the past, the mere fact that there was a disclaimer on spectators or officials have been struck by errant balls exception of a few statutory provisions, strict liability has the tickets and “own risk” statements on boards around are not that infrequent. no place in our law. For you to be liable to pay someone a venue were enough to ward off any claims. Sanctity of Considering the speed at which a well-struck golf damages there must be an act or an omission by you; the contract, the law reasoned, was paramount and if you ball travels and the fact that it is a hard object, serious act or omission must be the cause of the damage; and it agreed that you would not sue under any circumstances, injuries are a real risk and have been a reality. The most must be unlawful - you must be at fault. For purposes of you were held to it; and it was your duty to find and read recent serious injury occurred at last year’s Ryder Cup, this discussion the fault would be negligence. So, if your the fine print on the tickets and the disclaimer signs. when Brooks Koepka’s tee shot on the 6th hit a spectator clumsy friend trips over one of his two left feet at your Enter the Consumer Protection Act, which, among other in her right eye, fracturing her eye socket and causing house and breaks his neck, he can’t sue you. But if he things says that you must alert a consumer to any clauses her to permanently lose her sight in that eye. slips on the beer that you spilled and didn’t get around that limit their claims and that contracts with consumers When it comes to serious injuries on the golf course, to cleaning up, you will be liable. must be fair. eyes seem to be particularly at risk. There was a court Even if there is a negligent act or omission that causes The basic premise is that you cannot contract out of case in the USA in 1972 when a club golfer was partially someone’s injury, the wrongdoer may still escape liability for willful unlawful conduct or negligence. So, blinded after being struck in the left eye by an errant ball liability. In the case of golf ball strikes, this may be due even if there are disclaimers on the tickets and the signs, hit off the tee by a fellow golfer. In 1973 at a Pro golf to consent or contract. if an official punches you because you shouted “in the tournament in Illinois, USA, a spectator was enjoying a At university we studied a case where two lawyers were hole” before the pro finished his stroke, you can sue the bite to eat in a concession area when she was hit in the playing squash. One was hit by the other’s racquet and official and the organisers, and if the organisers put the eye by a player’s ball, causing her to completely lose sight injured. The other player had public liability insurance, spectator tape right on the fairway, they will be liable if a in that eye. At a charity Pro-Am event in Minnesota, USA so the injured player lodged a claim for damages. When spectator is hit by a ball. in the 1980s, a spectator’s left eye had to be removed the insurance company declined to pay, he sued. The If the organisers take REASONABLE steps to ensure after she was struck by badly hooked ball. court dismissed the claim on the basis that when you the safety of spectators, they will not be liable if a It is probably only a matter of time before a death play a sport, you accept the risks that go with it. In law, mishap occurs. What is reasonable depends on all of occurs. You may remember the tragic death of Phillip that means that you consent to anything that might be the circumstances. When planning the spectator areas, Hughes, the Australian batsman who died after being done to you during the game. organisers must assess each hole individually to consider hit on the back of the head by a bouncer bowled by It is pretty obvious that a boxer can’t sue his opponent where, bearing in mind that the players are seasoned Sean Abbott during a Sheffield Shield match in Sydney in for assault, because by getting into the ring he consents professionals, an errant ball might end up. They do not November 2014. The force of the blow caused an artery to being beaten about the head. Perhaps less obvious, have to provide for snap-hooks or wild slices; provided to rupture, resulting in massive bleeding on the brain. but equally true, is that when you tee up on the golf that they have applied their minds, if the occasional ball A golf ball would easily cause a similar, or worse, injury. course, you consent to anything that might happen to happens to go beyond these bounds and injure someone, Fortunately, most golf ball strikes result in no more you during the normal playing of the game. And that their disclaimers PRIMARYwill cover PANTONE them VERSIONand the organisers will than a nasty bruise that looks like a particularly includes perhaps being struck by a ball that another not be liable. passionate love-bite which, although painful, fades player has hit badly. So, if your ball hits another player And, of course, the spectators themselves have the after a few days. That was certainly the case in the two during a round, you are not going to be sued (unless, responsibility to keep their eyes open and their wits incidents that I witnessed. Such incidents can also be of course, you hit him deliberately – but that is another about them. n highly amusing, such as when one of Jason Day’s shots story). on the first hole of the 2018 Masters literally ended up It is different when it comes to spectators. They go to in the drink – a spectator’s beer! The spectator calmly the course to be entertained and to watch the game. To finishing his beer before handing the ball to Jason made the extent that there are inherent risks associated with for great television. Rory McIlroy, Thomas Pieters and this, the organisers have a duty to protect the spectators Paula Creamer have all had shots end up in spectators’ from these risks. Of course, the organisers must perform pockets, causing great entertainment and, no doubt, a balancing act: on the one hand, they ought to keep the merciless ribbing in the clubhouse. spectators far enough away from the action that they are But as the incidents mentioned above demonstrate, reasonably safe; but on the other, they must allow the if a ball hits a spectator or a fellow golfer in a sensitive spectators close enough that they have a meaningful and area, a serious injury, or even death, is a real risk. enjoyable viewing experience. +27 11 347 0300 What of the consequences? When there is no serious To limit their risk of being sued, organisers and venue 0861 Lawman (0861 529 626) I +27 82 852 1453 injury, in club golf, hitting another player with your ball owners have disclaimers, saying that the spectators [email protected] I www.robintwaddle.co.za will probably earn you a bit of teasing in the clubhouse attend the event at their own risk and that the organisers CHECK-UP FROM THE NECK-UP Dr Deon van Zyl is a Clinical Psychologist and former Associate Professor at the University of Pretoria. He’s been working in the field of Golf Psychology since the early 1980’s, and assisted many of our top golfers and teams. This month he deals with confidence and technique. His e-mail address is [email protected] Confidence and Technique We often hear someone say: “Golf is all in the mind”. This the third round of the recent Player’s Championship, Rory some confidence to each shot, be is too good to be true. Although the mind plays a vital role, said his driver “wasn’t behaving”, so he went to the practice bold and fully committed to it, and if you are wrongly aligned, your posture is wrong, your grip tee afterwards to “slap some drives” until he felt confident handle the result, whatever it is. poor, and you break all the spine angles during the swing, with it. Who will forget the last drive he hit on no.18 under One of the best ways to cultivate confidence is to your mind can be how good, you will not perform at your tremendous pressure, when the commentators recommended teach yourself to be decisive and then committed to the best. With a highly technical sport like golf, there is no a 3-wood off the tee? He hit it with a full release, with freedom decision. Make up your mind about what you want to substitute for good technical coaching, and repeated practice and commitment, because the previous evening’s practice do with the shot, and commit fully to the decision. Phil to ingrain the correct mechanics. gave him the confidence to do it. Mickleson attributed his success in the 2004 US Masters When you start hitting the ball well because of good One the other hand though, you can have a sound to “…choosing the shot I’m confident with”, and then technique and practice, you will develop a feeling of technique and practice often, but if you lack confidence, have executing it with gusto, with full release. Debbie Massey, confidence, of “I can”, which is one of the best mind-states to doubts and experience too much anxiety, it can in turn affect two-times British Woman’s Open Champion compares have for golf. Do you think Rory Mcllroy will be confident with your technique. There is a wonderful saying that “fearing it to show-jumping: “The first thing that goes over the your job, or confident with doing a double summersault off the leads to steering”. If you don’t have confidence in a shot, you fence is the rider’s heart”. So, make up your mind, stand high diving board? Of course not! He hasn’t practiced it. The will either try to over-control it, and then technically come up to the challenge, put your heart into it, and commit same applies for us in his job. Ben Hogan once said: “Every day “over the top”, or you will hold back, and not release. So, yourself fully. If you miss, you’ve done everything you you miss practicing means one day longer to be good”. After once you have the right technical moves over the ball, add could. n

23 TALKING ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY by John Collier I 083 455 7712 I email [email protected]

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By now clubs should have received a profile and professional status? Where copy of the 2018 John Collier Annual were the course superintendents and Survey which provides an essential tool greenkeepers when the golf industry for chairmen, management committees signed the transformation charter? and club management of golf courses Were their views considered? Are course as well as industry representative superintendents and greenkeepers bodies, to measure themselves against aware of the long-term health effects industry benchmarks and the latest of handling chemicals and pesticides as trends in governance and environmental discussed in the Annual Survey? compliance. The 12th John Collier Annual The Annual Survey concludes by stating Survey has thrown out some interesting that with a collective voice, golf course GOLF EVENT results, not the least being a decline in superintendents and greenkeepers can compliance levels down to 27%. build a professional profile, delivering Some of the findings include biodiversity credible views and opinions, adding MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS compliance levels declining by 1% to 25%; substantially to the golf industry value water resource management compliance chain, and justification for competitive levels declined by 2% to 24%; turf remuneration packages. grass nutrient usage and management The 12th edition once again makes a few compliance levels sank by 2% to 25%; recommendations for 2019, namely the Improve the management of your next golf event integrated pest management compliance representative bodies in the Turf Grass Contact us on [email protected] or call 011 027 8731 reduced to 25%; education and training Industry should make every effort to saw a 1% decrease to 32% and working work towards unifying their organisation environment and health and safety at a National Level. In conjunction with compliance sat at 29% as compared to this, GOLFRSA would need to have a last year of 30%. close look at their transformation charter The decline in compliance levels, whilst as it impacts on King IV principles, disappointing, can be ascribed to several sustainability and inclusiveness of all factors which are discussed in the Annual relevant stakeholders. At the club level, Survey. Some of these include difficult the recommendation is that clubs economic conditions, tightening of participate in the 2019 John Collier budgets, drought, negative or pessimistic Environmental and Good Governance views pervading the Country and Questionnaire process. If you wish to continued fragmentation of the Turf Grass receive a copy of the Survey or assistance Industry’s representative bodies. In this regarding the questionnaire, please email regard the Annual Survey poses several us at [email protected]. questions to the Turf Grass Industry At your next meeting why not introduce such as, who is speaking for course a short talk-topic on the agenda on superintendents and greenkeepers as sustainability, using the information agents for change on the environmental contained in the 12th edition of the John front or the green economy? Who is Collier Annual Survey to illustrate this collectively advocating and raising their important agenda item. n LEAVE IT TO THE EXPERTS!

24 The Trouble with Trouble! By John Dickson Golf is a game where everyone is striving to hit the per- try and hit the ball too hard to get back into play. The two ting snagged in the grass resulting fect shot. That shot is what usually got them hooked on things to look for are: firstly, asses the most appropriate in poor direction and lack of dis- playing golf and is what keeps them coming back to play club to get you out the rough and back into the fairway. tance. The ideal way to approach again and again. The thicker the lie the shorter or less lofted the club hitting out of the rough is to use The problem with golf is that we normally hit more bad should be. In the rough one usually gets a flier so if you less loft and try and get the body shots that good ones. We face all sorts of situations and make a half decent swing one will get the ball coming to help you come out the rough. Ti- must adapt to them in order to navigate our way round out with some speed and in the general direction. The ger Woods made this famous when the golf course. second thing is how to approach the shot. Most golfers faced with shots out of thick (U.S. A typical situation faced by golfers is thick rough. This think they need to hit the ball harder from a rough lie. Open type rough) when he would time of year, the courses have had good rain and the The opposite usually applies. The harder we try and almost throw himself through the rough is at its toughest. Most amateurs will be in the swing the more we tend to use our arms and in the shot to keep the club face going rough with marginal lie and will take the wrong club and rough this tends to lead to the club face closing and get- fast and in the general direction of the target. John Dickson Another trouble situation faced Head Teaching Professional by golfers is when they are in the Country Club Johannesburg trees. They usually look to play the Contact: 082 990 7201 or miracle shot and try take the short- Email: [email protected] est route to the flag. This can be applied in match play where you might lose just the hole you are playing. However, when playing stroke play one should again asses the sit- uation and play the “smart” shot. The shortest route back into the fairway will hardly ever lead to di- saster and a blowout hole. One more situation faced by golfers is when stuck next to a tree and having the choice to play backwards or trying the shot left handed. Most golfers would not have even tried to play a shot left handed. This shot is easier than one might imagine. The key is be- ing prepared to take it on. It just must be practiced a few times on the range. The left-handed shot is usually best executed with an eight iron because of the size of the face. One just must twist the face around and then take a left-hand- ed grip. The shot should be a short and smooth swing trying to just make contact and advance the ball back into play hopefully closer to the green than from where you were. So to conclude when faced with trouble on the course asses the sit- uation and how to best get out of it and do not be greedy and try the miracle shot. n

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25 Blair Atholl St. Patrick’s Invitational Mixed Alliance

Best dressed fourball from left to right: G McK- enzie, Mary-lou McKenzie, S Cartwright and Neville Cartwright.

Monty Els the winner of the lucky draw for a From left to right: Alan Buttle, Chris de Kock, R. de Kock, Pam Senior, Jenny From left to right: Andrew Agocs, Pam trip to Pezula Golf Estate with Leigh-Jane Senior, Neil Senior and Rhoan Agocs. Bell and front Leigh-Jane Middleton. Middleton of Tee and Sandwedges.

THE RESULTS 1ST Place on 92 points: FLAMING Chris de Kock R. de Kock Alan Buttle FLAMINGO Jenny Bell Ladies 2ND Place on COUNT OUT with 88 points: PINK Stuart Rica van der Post Invitational Brandon Summerford Arlene Tweedie DATE : 16 MAY 2019 3RD Place on COUNT OUT with 88 points: Riaan du Preez TEE-OFF TIME : 08:30 SHOTGUN START Attie Lombard Angela Lombard VENUE : BLAIR ATHOLL GOLF Vanessa Veale

4TH Place on COUNT OUT with 86 points: COURSE Carynne Whitehorn Chris White FORMAT : FOUR BALL ALLIANCE Marion Heaney Trevor Heaney FEE : R700 (incl. cart, halfway & 5TH Place on COUNT OUT with 86 points: lunch) Frans van Niekerk Anke van Niekerk Harry Wilson L. Economides

6TH Place on COUNT OUT with 85 points: Lalla Alexander S. Chalmers P. Chalmers Ernie Alexander

Nearest the pin for the Ladies, Hole 3: Katherine Gascoigne Nearest the pin for the Men, Hole 17: Alan Buttle Longest Drive for the Ladies, Hole 18: Rhoan Agocs Longest Drive for the Men, Hole 13: Alan Buttle

Lucky draw winner of the Pezula voucher was Monty Els. Best dressed fourball - Mary-lou McKenzie, G McKenzie, S Cartwright and Neville Cartwright.

26 This Girl’s Golf Diary Challenging Golf ... Lately I have been playing the worst golf I could possibly play in all my years of playing. My game has been difficult and so every course has been difficult. So I ask myself, what has changed? Is this the slump that people talk about? Is this when professional golfers seek out new coaches, swings, equipment, have eat, pray, love moments? I asked some of my favourite coaches the player. That’s the beauty of golf, a golf bucket list) a lovely, beautiful golf course Which is the most difficult course and golfers two questions…What makes course can suit some people and can be but when that wind is pumping it just adds you have played and why? a course difficult and Which is the most not so nice to other people and that levels another dimension.” “Blair Atholl. It is the toughest difficult course they have played and why? the plane field.” course because it has 18 ‘stroke 1’s’ Songz Sonamzi - PGA Coach, and you have to hit long second John Dickson - PGA Coach Which is the most difficult course you DiG Foundation shots on pins that are tucked away. What makes a course difficult? have played and why? What makes a course difficult? You are hitting 3 and 4 irons all day “It all depends on the person, I think length The two hardest courses I’ve played in “Firstly, it is the length of the course. If the which makes it difficult.” makes it difficult. So if a golf course is long, South Africa, are The Gary Player Sun course is playing longer you may taking the short hitters will find it difficult because City off the back, especially during the too many shots. Secondly, the length Keenan Davidse - they have to hit harder and can get more Million Dollar (old school John) because of the rough. If the rough is really high Sunshine Tour Professional into trouble and the longer hitters will find the roughs up. From there it’s already a the course will be difficult. Thirdly, if the What makes a course difficult? it a bit easier. Then you get a tight golf demanding golf course off the tee so you greens are hard and fast, like when the “Firstly as a player it depends course that’s short like Parkview and the have to hit it really well. I’d say that’s the ball bounces very hard and lastly, if the on how you’re playing and how long hitter finds it difficult because they hardest course I’ve played in South Africa. greens are undulating, like Houghton, it you’re hitting the golf ball. If you’re can get into the bushes. It’s all relative to The other course is St Francis Links (on my makes it very difficult to putt.” hitting the golf ball very badly then any course is tough. I would say depending on the speed of the greens, if it’s quick greens that also makes a course tough. There’s a few

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Which is the most difficult course a world where you have ever played and why? “For me it has to be Fancourt a cure to death could Montague, if you’re gong to hit it side ways that’s a really tough golf course and the another one that’s mean the end of up there with the new layout, I think, is Leopard Creek, that’s also a very tough golf course but they are inheritance. very enjoyable if you play well.”

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27 The Changing the Face of Germiston Golf Club

Germiston Golf Club has been around for over 100 years, and it is time for a change!!! A great sense of renewal and reinvention is almost tangible throughout the Golf Club. The Committee and Management team have been working timeously at developing and implementing new strategic plans, concepts and ideas in order to bring the Golf Club to a better, higher level. More recently, to add to the rejuvenation of the Club, there’s been a significant change in the Management structure. For the first time at Germiston Golf Club, the Committee have appointed a female General Manager. This new dynamic venture has brought Germiston in line with many other Clubs. After completing two months in a and Beverage/Admin Supervisor, Eugene Greenkeeper. the Function catering is still handled temporary role at Germiston Golf Club, Liebenberg, the Golf Director and Pro The Halfway House catering is run inhouse and run by Janet Stothard and Janet Stothard was appointed as the Shop Owner, and Ian Mackintosh, independently by Alec Simon; however, her Team of catering staff. n Clubs new General Manager in October 2018. Janet started her career at the Wanderers Golf Club in 1991. Throughout her 18-year tenure she worked in every department from Pro Shop, to Membership, to Catering, to Banqueting and eventually specialising in Marketing and Events. After 18 years she decided to form her own Event Manager company, successfully running it for 10 years, and specialising in the golf industry, décor and floral designs, promotional gifts/attire, and generally organising any Corporate, Private and Sporting events. Janet Commented “It is a natural progression when in a new Role, to work hard at finding better and more efficient ways of dealing with new challenges. One major plan is to increase the Club’s Membership, Golf Days, Social Functions, Club Events, and also to introduce a new and refreshing concept of Catering. Other areas to attract Golfers would be the constant upkeep and maintenance of our lovely Greens and garden areas. Unfortunately, our Golf Course went through a bit of damage a few months ago, but through our dedicated staff the Course is back to its former glory. We are in a fortunate position whereby we overlook the very scenic Victoria Lake, and we encourage Everyone to experience a day of golf or the use of one of our two Functions Venus’s at our wonderful Golf Club”. We are concentrating hugely on our Marketing strategy. Feel free to contact us about our Showcase evening on Thursday 9 May 2019, whereby we will present Membership options, Advertising opportunities, site walk about, entertainment and cocktails. We have also introduced a new weekly newsletter which is sent out to the members every Friday, with an up to date diary of Club events, photographs, messages etc. The Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages have been amalgamated which has got everybody talking. These publications and social media outlets not only share what is happening, but also invite members and visitors to get involved and be part of the initiative. “The way forward is also exciting with some initiatives already underway, others breaking ground and some still in the pipeline. Please visit our Social Media platforms for more info on our Golf Club” Meet the Team:

Our Management Team is small but dynamic and efficient, Peter Coetzee is the Club Accountant, Jacolette Mostert assisting with Marketing and Membership, George Mwale, our Food 28 29 Parkview Golf Club SNAG is an anagram for Starting New at Golf and is a proven successful learning and training concept encouraging children to learn to play golf, and have fun at the same time. The SNAG coaching programme for the advancement of golf THE SPICE GIRLS SEASON 2019 – Ladies Opens around the world, is recognised to be the best first touch system on the market. All the important elements of the game of golf are integrated: PUTTING, CHIPPING, 23 April Turmeric Wear yellow PITCHING and LAUNCHING. 28 May Paprika Wear red The SNAG system was initially successfully 25 June Saffron Wear orange DEVELOPED in the USA, where Jack Nicklaus 30 July Ginger Root Wear cream is now the custodian. Over the past years it 27 August Chillies Wear red/green has become extremely successful in England, 29 October Allspice Wear any colour Germany, and many other European Countries, 28 November Garlic Wear white Australia, New Zealand etc. The Program is suitable for girls, boys and adults, and lessons R355 per player includes competition fees, can be conducted indoors or outdoors. green fees and snacks Student progress is measurable as SNAG allows for regular assessments and achievements are PARKVIEW’S MIXED OPENS rewarded with certificates and progress to the next level. Once students have completed their 14 April 19 May 23 June SNAG training course and assessments, they will have a proper grasp of the fundamentals 21 July 11 August 20 October and be competent enough to start lessons 17 November 8 December with normal golf equipment. R440 per player includes competition fees, Group classes at The Bryanston Country Club Golf Academy on green fees and supper. Wednesday afternoons. For more information, contact Leigh-Jane Middleton [email protected] / 072 237 2836 Bookings with Tracey / Nikki at 011 646 5400

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KZN North Coast Women’s Betterball Stableford Competition

GOLF PROGRAMME Sunday 14 July 2019 Betterball Stableford Zimbali Golf Estate Monday 15 July 2019 Betterball Stableford Umhlali Country Club Tuesday 16 July 2019 Betterball Stableford Umhlali Country Club R2000 per golfer The price includes 1 x round of golf Zimbali Golf Estate with share of golf cart • 2 x Rounds of golf Umhlali Country Club with share of golf cart • Prize Giving Lunch • Golf Shirt • Competition Fee • Prizes

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30 Hip Stability in the Golf Swing… By Clinton Shum

It’s no secret that golfers require adequate hip mobility stability interact with each other in movement. is, we have to support our spine in an upright position. to reduce the risk of injury and maximize performance To bridge the gap between the breakdown from This introduces an increased demand on stability. Similar in the gym and on the course. But sometimes, what being floor bound and standing, we go through a series to that of a baby, progressing from crawling to then presents like a mobility problem actually is a lack of of functional exercise positions based on our neuro- kneeling, which serves as a transitional position between stability. development as humans. Basically, we’re going to mimic being floor based and standing. First, we look at how far you can rotate your hips from a the positions that we first learned to move in. Example - Half Kneeling Step Across standing position. Assuming this is limited, we place you on the floor, thereby removing any stability demands. If Position 1- Supported Position 4 - Standing you can now rotate your hips through the allocated range First, we will learn to access that hip mobility from a Now we see if we can carry over that mobility and harness of motion, we have a motor control/stability problem. supported position, meaning we’re going to be lying on it in a standing position. There are a variety of standing So, you have the mobility, but somewhere between lying the floor. It could be prone, supine or side lying. This is positions, ranging from lunge stance, split stance, normal on your back and standing, you are losing access to that similar to our movement development as infants as we and single leg stance. Each stance presents a different mobility. learn to roll from belly to back. set of stability challenges. If we’ve made it successfully Think of a rubber band tied to a door handle. The band Example - Lower Body Rolling Patterns through the previous 3 positions, we should be able to represents mobility, the door handle stability. I’m trying feel and express that hip mobility more readily. to stretch that band as much as possible, storing elastic Position 2 - Suspended Example- Stork Turns energy and then releasing it. Now let’s assume that the We now progress into a quadruped or crawling position, band is very stretchy. The door handle is very weak, so similar to how we learn to crawl during infancy. From this I will have the videos demonstrating each exercise up on each time I try to pull the band, the door just opens with quadruped position we attempt to take the hip through my Facebook page. If you’d like to give them a try, search it. At face value, it also looks like the band is quite taught, quality ranges of motion. and like the page, Xpect Performance and it will all be with limited elasticity. After anchoring the door handle Example - Fire Hydrants there for you. correctly, now when I pull the band, I can make use of every bit of elasticity that the band has at its disposal Position 3 - Stacked Until next month, enjoy the Masters! because of the stable base. This is how mobility and This is first position where we are axially loaded. That CS

Clinton Shum Founder at Xpect Performance Titleist Performance Institute Level 3 Certified Golf Fitness Specialist in Association with Logical Golf and Durban Country Club Cell: 0727848698 Email: [email protected] Facebook Page: Xpect Performance

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