SOUTH SECTION days can be organised in the autumn, please advise ECENT Appointments: numbers to me as soon as Colin Reilly recently took possible. Rover at Pennard Golf In the meantime I'll look for- Club. He was first assistant at ward to welcoming you all to Royal Birkdale before the trip Lilley Brook on July 11 for the to Wales. Huw Thomas took 18 hole summer tournament. (I over from John Hopkins at expect we'll be Verti Draining Pontardawe Golf Club. He is a the greens or something). If local lad who used to work for you all promise to turn up. I'll the council. promise to leave the Verti Another council worker who Draining and top dressing un- has taken over in the private til the next day (Lady Captains sector is David Waters, who us- Day). ed to work for Newport Finally condolences to all at Borough Council at Cearleon Filton Golf Club on the sudden (this is where I came from and death of Andrew Wilson, depu- since my leaving there has ty head greenkeeper, after a been four others left to join the short illness. Our sympathy in private clubs). David has taken At a presentation at Long Ashton Golf Club staff party, Association Chair- man Ivor Scoones is pictured, left, handing over gifts to Ray Burniston particular to his widow Lisa over at Pontnewyedd Golf PAUL WORSTER Club in Cwmbran. on behalf of club staff. Ray has left the Club after 18 years, latterly as managing secretary, to become Association secretary. Huw Morgan recently took over at Southerdown Golf Club Hopkins. Winner of a our National Chairman Ivor due to the early retirement of bodywarmer donated by Peter Scoones and his hard working SURREY SECTION John Walsh due to illness. I Hampton was John Carter. staff. 1st R. Moffat 83:12:71 on HERE may be apathy wish John all the best for the Three golf balls were each won last 9; 2nd J. Kane 77:6:71; around, but it seems we future and his wife who he mar- by Idwal Morris, Kirk Steven- 3rd P. Worster 79:3:76; 4th L. Tare still attracting applica- ried in October, and I hope son, Huw Morgan and Mike Millar 81:4:77. tions for membership from they will be very happy Norfolk. These were donated With many thanks to young greenkeepers. together in whatever they will from the funds. Monro's, Browns, Avoncrop At the last count Surrey had be doing in the future. We would like to thank the and Peter Hampton for the 266 members. We hope to see I would pass on our best committee and members of prizes. as many of you as possible at wishes to all the above in their Castle for giving us The spring one day FEPA our events through the year, as new positions. courtesy for the day on the course had to be cancelled On Wednesday, April 11 we course and in the clubhouse. due to a clash of dates. Further Cont. on Page 22 held our spring meeting at Thanks Tyron and his staff for Golf Club, putting the course in such where we were treated to good condition considering the some excellent golf and ser- dry conditions so early in the vice from the indoor staff. season. Our gratitude also Aeration & Drainage Services The weather was good with goes to the stewardess and the rain staying away long her staff for looking after us enough for everyone to enjoy throughout the day. the day. There was a good tur- The 18 holes played in the nout once again and I would afternoon was the section's like to thank all those who sent Iseki qualifer. And the following their deposits and hope that I people will represent the sec- will receive even more for the tion in the regional competition next competition. at Yeovil Golf Club on June 14. offer the following The competition was a good M. Jones, H. Morgan, J. Mor- 1. AERATION event with the home ris, J. Carter, P. Swain, L. greenkeeper using his local Verti Drain hire/Twose Turf Conditioner & Robin Dagger - we are, Walter, M. Stokes, T. King, D. at present running 4 Verti Drains (various sizes) and can offer knowledge to good effect Jones, T. Garland, R. Kitcher, tine sizes from Vfe" diameter by 12" long at 2 inch centres, up dropping only 15 shots to par L. Williams, L. Hallett, B. Price to 1" diameter by 16" long at 4 inch centres. Also available, in 27 holes. and M. Norfolk. Reserve T. Hollow tines. Therefore we can cater for any Verti Draining need Winner of the Cup Thompson. such as Greens, Tees and Fairways, etc. and a watch donated from the G. Cox and N. Owens were Twose - this machine operates by way of seven vibrating blades funds was Laurence Walter disqualified because they had which are pulled through the ground in a similar fashion to small with a score of 99. Second was not paid their subscriptions for mole ploughs, therefore relieving compaction and improving sur- Les Hallett, who won a golf 1990. Therefore their places face drainage. trolley with a score of 108. went to the reserves P. Swain Robin Dagger - This very light and portable machine injects ox- Third was Lyndon Williams and M. Norfolk. ygen into the soil and around the roots. with a score of 109, he won a PHILLIP SWAIN 2. DRAINAGE/SANDSLITTING bottle of whisky donated by Wizz Wheel Trencher + Backfill sand/gravel hopper this is to Browns of Bristol. be available on a weekly rate (min. hire 3 days) should you just Best gross was won by Mike require trenches excavated to be backfilled by yourselves, or, Jones with a score of 120 and SOUTH WEST SECTION quotations can be submitted for complete sand slitting/drainage he won a bottle of whisky HE sun always shines on programmes including 'Hitek' stripdrain. donated by Avoncrop of the righteous - well 3. CONSTRUCTION/ALTERATION Bristol. A raffle was held to help Tnearly always, it certainly Should you find the work load too great on your own greenstaff swell the funds and I would did at Long Ashton on April regarding construction/alterations of greens tees and bunkers, thank everybody for buying 26th for the S.W. Iseki qualifier. etc., we would be pleased to submit a quotation for such projects. their tickets. I would have thought that Paul Wright, Aeration & Drainage Services, Winner of a bottle of sherry more than 13 out of 94 could 20 Westminster Close, Eastbourne, donated by the administrator have turned up, never, mind at was Tony Millar. Winner of a least we all qualified for the Sussex BN22 0LQ Iseki set of overalls was Steven Regional Final. Tel: Eastbourne (0323) 506725 Evans, these were donated by The course was in first rate Mobile: (0860) 838241. Fax: (0323) 411980 the local Iseki dealer Mr Chris early condition, a true credit to AROUND THE GREEN

Cont. from Page 21 join Orchard Lea Park in Bath Results: Best gross, D. Bax- LONDON SECTION as their new Course Manager. ter - Newbiggin G.C. 73. Best IRST of all the London it is only with continued support Filling his shoes at Hindhead is Nett: N. Parkin - Hexham G.C. Section sends its regards that we can progress. Tony Miley, Bobby's, former 76-9 = 67. Ass. Cup. M. Fand best wishes to Jim Surrey has a new section deputy. Harvey - Tynemouth G.C. Cameron who takes a new secretary this month in the Two more things. One, the 94-24 = 70. Leading Scores: post as Head Greenkeeper at shape of Derek Walder of new uniform styles will be on B. Udberg, Tynemouth G.C. Tenderton Golf Club in Kent. Reigate Heath who has taken display and available to pur- 84-15 = 69. G. Gainford, Also congratulations to over the hot seat from Mik chase at The Cresta Cup. Prudhoe G.C. 83-13 = 70. G. Christopher Granestock who Wells. Secondly, the committee Richardson, Whickham G.C, replaces Jim at Gryms Dyke I'll publish his number etc would like your views, in 76-6 = 70. K. Rutherford, City Golf Club as Head Green- next month after he's had time writing, on the Master of Newcastle, 92-20 = 72. B. keeper. Talking of Gryms to find his way around the job Greenkeepers Certificate. Weddell, Alnmouth G.C. 83-10 Dyke our spring meeting was a bit. These may be posted to me at: = 73. held at the club on April 28, A quick mention that the The Bungalow, Hankley Com- Iseki Qualifiers: 0-9 D. Bax- although the day was poorly gentleman's Dinner at Walton mon Golf Club, Tilford Road, ter (1), D. Jennings (2), G. attended those who did play Heath was attended by 144 Tilford, Farnham, Surrey GU10 Richardson (6), N. Parkin (9). enjoyed themselves, and some people, of whom 125 sat down 2DD. That's all for now, keep 10-18 B. Udberg (15), G. Gain- good scores were recorded. ford (13), B. Weddell (10), A. to a marvellous meal and saw me posted of your news etc on The Iseki Tournament quali- Fiddes (16). 19-28 M. Harvey Jack McMillan presented with 025 125 4287. fying competition was played (24), K. Rutherford (20), M. a statuette by the South Coast PHIL BALDOCK in the morning and the Rutherford (28), G. Rippa (20). region, as a token of all our ap- qualifiers and scores were as preciation of sterling work in JIMMY RICHARDSON follows: furthering the cause of NORTH EAST SECTION Category 0-9 handicap: 1st greenkeepers and green- N April 26 we made our DEVON AND CORNWALL Darren Burdis, Porters Park, keeping. first visit to Alnmouth SECTION net 68 off 9 handicap. 2nd Also at Walton Heath, the OG.C. to play the spring HIS year's guest day Craig Handyside, Hadley spring meeting was a great competition. The weather was meeting was held at Wood, net 70 off 4 handicap. success. Our thanks go to ICI, perfect and made a change of TLaunceston Golf Club on 3rd Gareth Roberts, North Mid- the main sponsor, and to not playing in the wind that's Wednesday April 3. With the dlesex, net 72 off 5 handicap. Parkers, the local Iseki dealer been hampering this forgotten weather being more like a 4th Martin Smith, Porters Park, along with all our other trade part of England for the past winter's day 26 pairs of hardy net 76 off 5 handicap. friends who help with prizes three months. souls ventured out on to the Category 10-18 handicap: etc. The winners of those Thanks are in order to the course to compete for the best 1st Chris Carpenter, Porters prizes as follows: 1st I. Hogg committee of Alnmouth for the combined stableford scores. Park, net 64 off 13 handicap. 138 net; 2nd D. Woodward courtesy of use of course and The prizes were kindly 2nd Fred Read, West Herts, 139 net; 3rd T. Hall, 140 net; to the steward for meals pro- donated by Devon Garden net 69 off 16 handicap. 3rd An- 4th S. Haines 141 net. vided. Thanks also to the Machinery, Parkins and Ed drew Phillips, Hadley Wood, This was an Iseki regional greenkeeping staff for the fine Simcox of Jacobsen. net 70 off 11 handicap. 4th qualifying event, and the final condition of the course. We 1st A. Cann, 37pts and I. Robert Phillips, Porters Park, takes place at Sudbury on Ju- were surprised to find not only Downing 30 pts. Total 67pts net 72 off 12 handicap. ly 4. More news as it happens! were preferred lies on fairways (Bude). 2nd E. Barber 30 pts Category 19-28 handicap: The next event on our golfing but in the semi rough! Ap- and P. Pear man 36 pts. Total 1st Barry Moggridge, calendar is The Cresta Cup at parently they always do this. 66 points (Palace Hotel). 3rd G. Brookmans Park, net 63 off 20 New Zealand on June 11 at Thanks to Mr Barry Poole, Child 33 pts and A. Chaundry handicap. 2nd Robert Rendle, 3.30 p.m. The cost is £12.50 the Publishing Director of the 31 pts. Total 64 pts (Churston). Hatfield & London, net 68 off for 18 holes stableford and a greenkeeping magazine for Our thanks must go to 19 handicap. 3rd Terry Col- buffet supper. giving an update on how George Bailey and his ville, North Middlesex, net 70 There is no start sheet, so BIGGA is progressing and for greenstaff for the superb con- off 24 handicap. 4th Brian Kel- turn up, team up, and enjoy presenting prizes. dition of this course also to ly, Hainault Forest net 73 off 21 your golf! The annual England Our thanks go to the spon- Launceston Golf Club for handicap. v Scotland match is to be sors: Stewart's, Ryton Gravel allowing the section use of their Well done to all the qualifiers played at Hindhead on August Co., Bland Short, and Turfcare club and course. and good luck at Sudbury in 13. Captains are Clive Osgood Supplies I shudder to think With this being our last meet- the South East region final. for England and Stuart Mac- how we would survive without ing until the autumn I would like Let's see a good contingent millon for Scotland. these four companies who to wish you all a successful of our lads in the national final Talking of Hindhead, a few help us out immensely, and season and look forward to at Fulford later in the year. The changes in personnel. Firstly also to Fewsters, Hayter, Pat- seeing you all next autumn. Bobby Macmillon has left to tinsons and finally R. Aitken. RICHARD WHYMAN Cont. on Page 23

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Cont. from Page 22 to London early in April for the 6450 yds Chic White (1), Kirk Our thanks to Mr Jim Cowan BIGGA conference. The Campbell (4), Billy Fletcher the club captain and members afternoon competition was a speakers really sparked off (14). 57 Gross (this is '14' of Felixstowe Ferry for allowing stableford and Chris Carpenter some great discussions. It's a under par, who says us courtesy of the course and again came home ahead of the pity the food didn't quite match greenkeepers can't play golf). making it a memorable day. field with 40 points followed up, but I suppose we can't Singles on Lochgreen - par Thanks also to ou* ïrade closely behind by David Clug- have everything. After seeing 73 - 7050 yards. Scratch - members for valued Support gie from Muswell Hill with 39 the drought conditions down Chich White, Largs Kelburn and prizes they were as points. Our section has had an there, I'm not sure if I prefer too 77. 1st Class. 1st Duncan follows: Rigby Taylor, Pat- influx of new members and we much rain or not enough. Gray, Kyle-Carrick 81-8-73; tisons, SISIS, Town and Coun- welcome them. It would be nice to be able 2nd Alan Forest, Western try, Rushbrook's, Toro and New members: Terry Col- to share it. Gailes, 79-4-75. Colliers. ville, North Middlesex; Doug Talking about London, 2nd Class: 1st Gordon MICK LATHROPE Smith, Wanstead; Norman sincere congratulations to Bob- Heron, Turnberry, 92-16-76. Corpe Hatfield & London; by Bennett from the Glasgow 2nd Sid Mercer, Kelburn, Steve Mullet, Sandy Lodge; Golf Club who has landed the 92-15-77. 3rd Class: 1st Jim EAST OF ENGLAND Peter Moss, Stapleford Abbots; task of looking after Sunn- Paton, West Kilbride, 96-19-77. SECTION 2nd Martin Lothian, Turnberry, Steve Godfrey, Hatfield & Lon- ingdale in the footsteps of Jack UR first meeting of 1990 don; Jeff Fowker, Sandy McMillan. Knowing Bobby, 111-20-91. New Member, Gary Bryden, Turnberry, 79 was held on April Lodge; Steven Hesk, I'm sure he will make a great 5 at Belton Park G.C. job of it. scratch. Trade, Robert Bruce, O Beckhampstead; Ian Healy, Stewarts 93-14-79. I am eternally grateful to Manor of Grove; Harry Wade, Our spring outing was a my own captain and commit- JIM WYLIE Elstree; Mick Bath, Elstree; great success. It makes a tee for their help on this James Wright, Pinner Hill; Rob change to hear complaints of occasion. Mille, Manor of Grove; Lee too much heat, rather than the The lecture was delivered by Durkley, Pinner Hill; N. cold and rain but temp- Jeff Taylor of Johnson's Seeds. Coward, Hanbury Manor; eratures were up around EAST ANGLIAN SECTION The subject was 'Golf Course Keith Knowles, Unattached; 80°F all day giving rise to the UR first tournament of Grasses and Wild Flowers". Lorenzo Geraghty, London dilemma of whether to pour the the '90's was at Felix- This proved a most interesting Borough of Brent; Gary Stan- evening beer over the throat or Ostowe Ferry on April 10. topic to the members present. ding, Lanbury Manor; Arthur over the poor feet. A dry but cloudy day saw Our thanks to Johnsons who Baker, Borough of Brox- Our thanks go to Kyle and 40+ going in roughly the also provided the refreshments bourne; Stuart Green, Bushey Carrick District Council for giv- same direction. for the evening - these were Hall; Chris Meadows, Regents ing the use of their Lochgreen George Newson had the laid-on by Jim Fulton our local Park Golf School. and Darley courses for the course in its usual pristine con- representative. Let's see some of you at our outing, both of which were in dition. It was the first round of Membership of the section various functions. It's your excellent condition due to the the Iseki Tournament but as has now risen to 52. As our association. So use it! efforts of Head Greenkeeper there wasn't a representative of area is very spread-out we If anybody has something in- Brian Finlayson and Assistants the company to be found we would appreciate venues for teresting to tell then phone me Billy Fletcher and Pat Power. played for the Rushbrook meetings in the south of our on 081 441 3216. In fact Brian and Billy both Salver and guess who won it? area. ANDREW PHILLIPS suffered for their efforts, Billy Hot Toddy Huddlestone, 35pts Our section chairman having to retire with sunstroke and no passes! Graeme Patrick and myself, after eight holes in the after- First and second in the 0-9 accompanied by our wives at- noon, and Brian retiring at section were Alan Carter and tended the international educa- 12.45 a.m. for some reason he Peter Howard, 34 and 33 pts. tion conference at Egham. AYRSHIRE SECTION can't quite remember. First and second in the The lectures were varied, in- T'S been all go this past few Just one last thing, before 10-18 section were Dave Wells teresting and very well weeks, what with trying to the outing results, please, and Sam Sylvester 35 and 33 delivered making the three fight the usual Ayrshire please can I have some news pts. Mr B. Millhard with 34 pts days fly by. spring weather and the hordes from around the area to give won the guest prize. Our wives were given a very of hackers digging their clubs me some help with this I have a list of reserves for well planned tour of Windsor out of the attic at the first hint column. the tournament. and London keeping them of sunshine. It is to keep you all informed, B. Cook, G. Newson, Ken very content (house points It's very difficult to get the im- and if I don't know, I can't write Moyce, Doug Storey, Dave scored). Many thanks to mediate perfect conditions it here. Telephone 0292 70929 Cole, Arnold Mynot, Ernie BIGGA from the wives. every golfer seems to expect at any lunchtime or late evening. Hart, Steve Denton, Steve COLIN SWINGLER the start of each season. Outing results: Three Man Freestone, Tony Tyrell and I had a most enjoyable visit Scramble on Darley: Par 71 Lyndon Upham. Cont. on Page 24

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Cont. from Page 23 nan. Second Division - M. We thank Coventry Golf certainly seem to be shaping Lealman, D. Roberts, R. Club for making us so up well down there and I am SOUTH COAST SECTION Johnson, C. Martin. Third Divi- welcome and allowing us the sure that he will find the travell- ETAILS of the Section's sion - G. Oxley, P. Palmer, C. use of their course and ing a lot more to his liking, as summer tournament are Garnett, K. Townend. Clubhouse facilities. We also you can see his house from the Das follows: Venue - These people will be notified thank the steward and his wife course, some 10 minutes Highcliffe Castle Golf Club; by the regional administrator of for the excellent meal provid- away, rather than his former date - Tuesday, 31st July; time the date and venue of the ed in the evening. hour or so trip to Canterbury - Teeing off from 1 p.m.; fee - regional final. Many thanks to The tournament was won by (road works permitting). £10 per person; closing date - everybody at Selby Golf Club, J. Hooper and the scratch I understand that we are 21st July. the caterers who gave up their prize was won by N. Woolfrey soon to be joined by another The competition, consisting day off, head greenkeeper - well done both players. Many Scotsman who will be taking of a member and partner from Steve Capel and his staff for thanks to trade and trade over at Tenterden. Perhaps we their club, will be the usual for- their hard work, and finally the members who donated both will soon be able to play mat of an 18 hole four ball bet- club committee for allowing us time and prizes which go England v Scotland matches in ter ball. the courtesy of their course on towards running a successful the section on our golf days. Written entries giving name the day. Thank you. tournament. John Hammond Of course I am only joking - and address, name of partner I hear of more staff changes and Jim Guest did a very slick we would probably have trou- and current handicaps, in the section the latest being job in getting people started on ble scraping together a team, together with the current fee, Steve Heaton's move from time both morning and especially in view of the very should be sent to: Mr Joe Skipton to Otley G.C. and com- afternoon. poor attendance at the last Burdett, 948 Castle Lane East, mittee man Brian Carr moving Finally, I must thank Mike Spring Lecture by Inter Seeds Bournemouth BH7 6SP. Tel. from South Leeds to Filey Golf Hughes and Steve Wood, who at West Mailing last month, the 0202 483017. Club as course manager. organised and ran the tourna- support for which certainly Section members were After the golf the next event ment so efficiently. calls into question whether we deeply shocked to hear of the on the social calendar was the It was mentioned that we will be organising any educa- death of our President's son in annual dinner dance. Ticket might arrange to run a coach tional lectures for next year. a car accident. Our deepest Paul Copsey has returned to sympathy goes to Jim Fry and Barnehurst Golf Club as Head his wife at this terrible time. Greenkeeper, with more than BOB DENNIS one or two problems to sort out, certainly no question of place of origin here as he was NORTH-WEST SECTION born in a maternity home overlooking the 2nd green 26 OLF tournament years ago. venues have now been Gcompleted for 1990 and these are as follows: Reg Vickers Memorial - Dunscar G.C., Wednesday June 13; Roses Match - Bury G.C. On the subject of information Thursday August 23; Stewards I seem to be in competition Match - Turton G.C. Monday with Andy Johnson at Sene September 10; Autumn tourna- Valley as to who is the last in ment - Birchwood G.C., Tues- the county to receive his day October 2. magazine, if one arrives at all, For the Roses Match, and that is. the Stewards Match, Soaking up the Florida sun - and learning a lot about greenkeeping in Fortunately I have been able volunteers are required to the United States - was Chris Rother, pictured, of Loch Lomond Golf to borrow a copy to read for make up a team of 16 on each Club, who attended the American greenkeepers convention in Orlan- the past couple of months, occasion. If you fancy a good do recently. although I would like my own day out let me have your name copy of the Ransomes Group sales were brisk and almost 90 to Llanymonch, the venue for Advert, or do I mean in time to play. people attended, many of our the autumn meeting. Would On April 10 the North-West Greenkeeping Management, younger greenkeepers were people interested please let me at some point in the future. members in North-Wales had among them. A good night know at our summer a meeting at The Welsh Col- was had by all. Many thanks to tournament. lege of Horticulture, Northop, all at Baildon Golf Club for their Date to remember - July 11 P. COPSEY with Neil Thomas and David help and hospitality. summer tournament to be held • Editor's note . . . Point taken Golding to discuss the Some late news from across at Broadway Golf Club. Please Paul about the distribution pro- possibility of a North Wales blem. I have spoken to the ap- the Pennines - the annual Bat- remember to get your entry propriate sources to rectify the Section being formed. I believe tle of the Roses golf match will forms in on time. problem - let me know if my ac- a final decision will possibly be take place on Thursday, May I wish you all a pleasant tions are ineffective. As for the made next September when a August 23 at Bury Golf Club. and rewarding summer. Ransomes quip . . . ouch! Below further meeting will take place. Places are still available for the DEAN CLEAVER the belt. But seriously greenkeep- BERT CROSS Autumn Tournament at Malton ing management is climbing and Norton Golf Club on aboard the low wage bandwagon in a big way. Watch this space in Wednesday, October 10 - £5 the months to come, as they say. NORTHERN SECTION deposit please. KENT SECTION In the meantime if you feel the HE spring tournament BOB LUPTON E seem to be entering magazine's balance is unfair pick took place in glorious that time again when up the phone and say so. Better Tsunshine at Selby Golf Wstaff are on the move, still why not throw a few stories Club. MIDLANDS SECTION which seems to come about my way I'd love to hear from you, Thirty nine members played N May 2 we held our every couple of years as and, in fact all the members. twenty seven holes of golf and spring tournament members seek pastures new. twelve of them qualified for the O(Ransomes Cup) at The most notable move is Section secretaries please note regional final of the Iseki tour- Coventry Golf Club, Finham that of John Millen from ... the Around the Green sec- tion is for YOU. Don't forget to nament, later in the year. Park. The weather was superb Canterbury to the new put pen to paper and let me, The twelve who qualified which was equally matched by development at the Weald of and everyone else know what's were: First Division - A. Leech, the course, for which we thank Kent Golf Club near Headcorn. going on in your neck of the E. Walsh, G. Wilspn, M. Han- John Bayliss and his staff. Under John's guidance things woods.