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Scottish Region time delights. The results were: Scratch touches to a list of forthcoming events calling in on the area. North - G Beven (E Kilbride) 74. 1st Class - 1st up to the end of this year which will be No more to report this month so will This month sees the Scottish Greenkeep- S Taylor (Killermont) 76-2-74, 2nd D published in this column next month so leave you now. ing Annual Tournament at Elie Golf Club Johnstone (Cardross) 81-7-74, 3rd K keep your eyes peeled. If anyone has Duncan Gray in Fife. After last year's resounding suc- Forsyth (Cawder) 85-9-76. 2nd Class anything interesting let us know about it cess's at Royal Dornoch, the section will 1st B Hillen (Easter Moffat) 87-15-72, by calling or dropping me a letter and I Northern Region have to go some to keep up the standard 2nd T Hindmarsh (Erskine) 87-14-73, will let the membership know about it. North East set last June. Let's have a big turnout of 3rd J Brown (Bearsden) 86-13-73. 3rd The next outing on the agenda is at On Thursday April 25 we paid our first North members to at least give us a Class - 1st R Grainger (Cawder) 92-22- Innerleithen Golf Club, home of our Hon visit to the new course at Matfen Hall chance and good luck to us all. 70, 2nd G Shearer (Balmore) 97-24-73, Secretary Robert Hogarth, which is situ- for the Spring Competition and Hayter Good news concerning Gary Tough, 3rd A Young (Douglastown) 95-21-74. ated in the Scottish Borders. It is a nine Qualifier. The course has only been open Firstly congratulations to him for win- Trade Prize - K Hunter (Huxley's) 84- hole picturesque little course on the a year and was in excellent condition ning the prestigious Craigmillar Park 12-72. banks of the river Leithen. This is a tour- considering the winter we have had. Open with a 72 hole total of 6 under Well done to everybody, all these peo- nament that you pick yourself a partner Everyone was very praiseworthy. par. Also Gary has left Montrose to take ple qualify for the Hayter Challenge with and you play as a team for the resur- Unfortunately the wind was well and up a position at Carnoustie Golf Links, the exemption of K Hunter. rected Richard Aitken Trophy. So get you truly blowing and played havoc with the we wish him all the best. The last item to mention is the five-a- entries in quickly as there are only a lim- scores. Another Macleod has been let loose side tournament, remember those wish- ited number of places available. So we On behalf of the section I would like on the Greenkeeping world. My son ing to enter need to let me know by July hope to see all of you at the Summer to thank Vinny Price, Course Manager, Ross has joined me at Tain as a trainee Six or seven in a team and only two outing. and his staff, for the presentation of the and will be shortly be joining BIGGA, clubs can join forces. Entries to myself at I would like to take this opportunity course. you have been warned. While on the 0141 942 5554 or Glasgow Golf Club. to wish Nat Beggs (Standard Golf) a We would also like to thank John subject of new members, we have three Stuart Taylor speedy recovery from his recent accident Pemberton from HQ for paying us a visit new faces in the North to report. Mal- and stay in hospital, we hope to see you and his little chat about Miracle Green- colm Parsons, an assistant at Strathlene, East of Scotland up and about soon and getting about the keeper of the Year award. Kevin Keith, a trainee at Fortrose, and Welcome to this month's report, sorry courses, all the best from all your friends Donations came from the following, Michael Reid, a trainee at Newmacher, there has not been one for a while but in the East Section. Congratulations also Ryton Gravel Co, Shorts of Whitehorn, with Derek Chisholm, Assistant at there has not been a lot to report in the to George Thomson (Goswick) who Border Tlirf Services, Greenlay, Ricker- Kingussie, rejoining us after a one year Section. So here we go, first of all back recently got married, so we can all look ley*s Aitkens, Bolden GC, TVirf Care Sup- break. in April we had our Spring outing at forward to your handicap going up now plies and Gerald Brady of Rhone Last but not least I have pleasure in Longniddry, so thanks to the Captain and we hope to meet your new wife at Poulenc (nearest the pin). reporting that Newmacher's George and Council for courtesy of the course the annual dance on the 7th December Our thanks to all those people who Mitchell has become a dad, his wife giv- for the day, Clubmaster/mistress and all 1996 at the Kilspindie House Hotel, tick- gave a prize or donation and to John ing birth to a little girl, we hope all are clubhouse staff for keeping us all well ets on sale soon so get your order in Harrison, Director of Golf, for giving us well. fed and watered, some more than others soon. Details in next month's magazine. courtesy of the course. Iain Macleod (don't ask), the Pro for keeping the tee So that's it all for this month, if I have I would like to wish Ian Hutton, of moving and last but not least Kenny missed anything let me know and it will Consett GC, the best of luck on moving West of Scotland Anderson and his staff for presenting the be in my July article. So I will talk to to Austria for a new job as do all the Firstly a couple of good wishes and con- course in great condition which was a you next time. Section. gratulations to two new appointments. credit to them considering the very cold C J Yeoman Results: Best Gross A. McLure, Whick- Robert Johnson has been appointed spring we have had to endure (or was it ham GC,77-l-78; Best Nett S. Cram, Sla- Head Greenkeeper at Williamwood GC, still winter). Ayrshire ley Hall GC, 83-7-76, ; Assistants' Cup. nice to see him at the convenors match So thanks from all who played that The first event of our new year was the O. Cuthbertson, South Moor GC, 80-3- in March. Neil Cameron has been day. Also Kenny, welcome back to the spring outing at the Dumfries and 77; R. Black, Westerhope GC, 83-7-76; I. appointed Head Greenkeeper at Clyde- East Section after your travels over the County golf course, home of our Chair- Cairns, Close House GC, 86-9-77; M. bank and District GC. The section wishes last few years. There was some good man Ian McNab. Lathan, Hexham GC, 79-1-78; S. Pope, both men the best of luck and look for- golf played that day but not by yours In spite of a very late spring - if not lyneside GC, 87-8-79; C. ferkinson, Sla- ward to seeing them at various activi- truly I am sorry to say, but here are all non existent - the course was in good ley Hall GC, 84-4-80; N. Irvin, South ties. the results of a great day and night: condition thanks to Ian and his trusty Moor GC, 90-8-82; A. Dalby, Warkworth The Greenkeepers-Secretaries match Scratch - Tom Shephard - 72. 1st Class staff. Thanks must go to the committee GC, 89-7-82; B. Wilson, Stocksfield GC, at Falkirk Tryst proved a very exciting - 1st T Murray 74-2-72, 2nd I Bell 77-5- and members for allowing us the use of 88-5-83; J. Richardson, Matfen Hall GC, day even if the weather was dull and 72, 3rd G Ferguson 77-3-74. 2nd Class - the course and to the caterers for an 89-6-83; G. Baxter, South Shields GC, overcast. The Greenkeepers came 1st G Purves 84-13-71, 2nd S Russell 84- excellent day's food. The weather was 89-6-83. through on the last green to win 6-4 11-73, 3rd K Anderson 87-12-75. 3rd not great, but thankfully the promised In August this year Steve Pope, Head after having been 4-1 down. An excel- Class - 1st D Melville 90-21-69, 2nd A downpour never materialised. Results: Greenkeeper of lyneside GC, retires lent recovery from the back end of the Russell 93-18-75, 3rd G Hobbs 95-18- 0-9. Bob McKay 78-9-69, Ian McNab after 37 years in greenkeeping - 30 plus team. Falkirk are to be thanked for the 77. Veteran - Bob Smith 88-7-81, Guest 78-5-73, Willie McMeekin 78-5-74. 10- of those were at lyneside GC. It is hope course and catering. Without the club's - G Davidson, Trade - Ian Henderson 18. Duncan Gray 77-10-67, lan Barr 85- that we shall have a retirement party for support many of these occasions would (Ian Henderson Finance), New Member 13-72, Martin Lothian 86-15-71. 19-28. him later in the year. It should also be not be possible. - Dougie Melville. This was also the 2nd Dave Nelson 89-24-65, Gary Crosbie 89- noted that Steve has been a member of At the last meeting of the Section var- round of the Hayter Qualifier (first 22-67, Jimmy Paton 90-18-72. Scratch. the Association for most of this time. ious ideas were put forward for consid- round Prestonfield last Autumn) the Keith McCartney BIH from George Jimmy Richardson eration with regard to health and safety, qualifiers are: 1st section - 1 Tom Shep- Brown 77. TYade. Gino Garfagnini, McN- and social events. A letter should have hard, 2 Ian Bell, 3 Tom Murray, 4 Mark abs 74. Scramble 1. Ian McNab, Bob Cleveland been received detailing these, therefore Pagan. 2nd Section - 1 George Purves, 2 McKay Gary Crosbie, Hamish Macfie PAR 4 Irrigation celebrated its 15th the committee would like as much feed- Craig Pennycuick, 3 Allan Russell, 4 28.2, from Paul Rae, Dave Nelson, anniversary with a friendly Stableford back as possible. Take the time and send James Thow. 3rd Section - 1 Douglas George Brown, McKenzie Munro. This golf event at Romanby Northallerton back the forms, even suggest additional Melville, 2 Graham Hobbs, 3 Andrew went to the final hole of a countback to GC. The winners included Graham Bor- events, we are trying to cater for your Forrest, 4 Robert Hogarth. decide a winner. der from Castle Eden GC, Barry Walker needs. At the prizegiving at the outing we Jimmy Paton had the pleasure of from Wearside GC, Linda Simms from The recent outing at Cawder was very had a presentation to an old friend of meeting Jonathan Smyth, the new R&A PAR 4. A most enjoyable day, thank you enjoyable, and the course proved a good the Section, none other than Bob Smith Conservation Officer, during the Scottish to Eddie and Linda Simms. test of skills. Thanks to Neil McLennon of Harburn who after a good number of Boys' Championship at West Kilbride Congratulations to Course Manager and his staff for the condition of the years (could somebody tell me how and tells me it should be an excellent Robert Upton, for the excellent condi- course on the day and for some less try- many) has retired to concentrate on his appointment to help us all preserve all tion of this relatively new course and we ing pin positions. Thank you to Cawder golf, if he needs it (see outing results). our natural resources. I may well contact welcome him to BIGGA membership. members and committee for allowing The Section would like to take this him regarding the course I am building His boss, farmer Brian Craven, is to be the section the use of the course for the opportunity to wish him all the best for in Dumfries to compliment my newly congratulated on developing such is day, this is very much appreciated. Again the future and hope to see him at all sec- opened driving range. It is called the splendid course layout. We had difficulty thanks to the catering staff for their tion outings and all other events. The Pines Golf Centre and I would be at the water approach to a par 3 - nice assistance with the bacon rolls and tea social section are putting the final pleased to see any fellow greenkeepers to see the swans. At Wynyard Golf Course near Billing- them. They are: me in contact with the membership. ham, Gary Munro and staff are hard at GOLF COURSE PRESENTATION. Fea- For the record my telephone numbers work putting the finishing touches to the turing various maintenance work on the are: Work: 01829 731186; Home: new course prior to opening later this course, plus bunker construction. 01352 780602; Mobile: 0802 310576; summer. In a beautiful setting and 200 GOLF GREEN CONSTRUCTION. Fax: 01829 731133. My address is 7 Cae hundred acres, it will be challenging to SETTING STANDARDS, A video on Helyg, Pentre Halkyn, Clwyd, Nr Holy- the best of players. Gary has chosen spray application. well, Flintshire CH8 8JA. some golfers to be on his staff and their KEEPER OF THE GREEN. A career in Any news suggestions for events etc expertise will be welcome. golf course management. please do not hesitate to contact me. We need some warmer weather, as If you would like to borrow any of Andy Campbell growth is about to begin here in Cleve- annual competition which will be held these videos, contact me on 0151 724 land Section. at Abbeydale GC on July 9 with a 10.30 5412. Northern Bruce Burnell tee off. Please return entry forms on These videos can also be purchased As many of you will be aware, it is with time! from H.Q. deepest sympathy that I announce the Sheffield Congratulations go to Derek McJan- Bert Cross death of Mr William Mountain. Bill At the beginning of April we held our net of Sherwood Forest GC on his selec- served the section as president for 35 final winter lecture at Rotherham GC tion to represent England in the North Wales years and some say this will never be and I would like to thank the club for inaugural Hayter International Cup at Firstly my apologies for the lack of Sec- matched. The funeral was well attended their hospitality and letting us hold our West Lancashire GC in September. Good tion notes in the last few months. This is by section members. lectures there throughout the winter. luck Derek! partly due to my inability to remember President Day will proceed as planned I would like to thank Amazone for Finally would like to wish Ron Gra- journalistic deadlines together with a and a 'Bill Mountain Memorial Trophy is giving us a very interesting talk and slide ham a very happy retirement who at the hectic time at work and to top it all off to be introduced so that people will show at Rotherham which was enjoyed end of February retired after 19 years as organising and getting married! Hope- remember all the hard work and effort by a good number of our members. Head Greenkeeper at Tankersley Park fully now that we are reorganised office Bill gave over the years. On April 15 we held our spring com- GC. wise at work things should settle down. Mr Mel Guy is now the acting presi- petition at Sherwood Forest GC. It was March saw the Section - some of it dent for Northern Section. also the Hayter qualifier. Sherwood was J.V Lax anyway - visit Holland. No we didn't see Our Spring Tournament at Scarbor- in excellent condition for so early in the any tulips, for their spring is as far ough South Cliff G.C was a great day. year and our thanks go to Kim and his North West behind as ours. What we did see was the Forty one players braved the strong staff or all their hard work. This year's annual tournament against very impressive set up at Mommersteeg winds and the results were as follows: We would like to thank Sherwood North Wales was played at Wilmslow HQ at \hyjmen, the new golf course at 0-9. 1. S Midgely, 71, 2. D Collins, 74 Forest for the courtesy of the course and GC, on April 11. The weather was good, Efterling and the Kuypers Turf Farm. Our (back 9), 3. A Clark, 74; 10-18. 1. M to the steward and his staff for providing the course was in excellent condition, thanks to our hosts for an enjoyable and Bryant, 71, 2. J Waite, 73, 3. Robin an excellent meal. Also thanks to Hayter and the golf was good. Unfortunately we informative visit, but special thanks to Smith 74; 19-28. 1. D Cockburn, 78, 2. J for providing the main prizes for the lost 5-3, allowing North Wales to take Phil Davies and Terry Adamson for their France, 84, Hayter qualifiers and to all the other the Gem Professional trophy back from hard work making the visit possible. On 3. Richard Smith 86 trade members who provided prizes. the North West. I would like to thank a more worrying note the visit nearly The course was presented in an excel- Congratulations to everyone who won Gem Professional for sponsoring the day, heralded financial disaster for the Sec- lent condition, so many thanks to Paul prizes at Sherwood and to Phil Stain Wilmslow GC for allowing us the cour- tion because YOU did not support it. It Sleight and his greens staff. Thanks are who with an excellent score of 39 points tesy of the course, Stephen Oultram and left us in the embarrassing position of also extended to the club house staff. won the spring competition. Well done his staff for presenting his course in having to ask the trade for help yet The next tournament will be Presi- Phil! lovely condition, and Gwen Chason, again and gave some of us an extra dent's Day, which is to be held on June 1. R Stain; 2. R Lyons; 3. D. McJan- Catering Manageress for the superb workload and headache that we could 12 at Howley Hall Golf Club. Please net; 4. R. Stanley; 5. J. Cumberland; 6. evening meal, (and the bacon and egg have done without. Our thanks to John remember that all names and payments A. Rhodes. baps). Osman, Major Owan, Gem Professional must be received at least one week The nearest the pin was won by K. Mike Sheehan, Course Manager at and Mommersteeg (including Phil before the event. Kirkham (with the help of local knowl- Mere Golf and Country Club, has a Davies on his own account) for their I would like to welcome the following edge?) vacancy for a young lad to train as a very kind sponsorship of places. I know new members to the section: Richard Congratulations to the following peo- greenkeeper. If you know anyone in the that the people who were given this Smith, Clayton GC; Julie Smithies, Tem- ple who won the handicap division of Knutsford area who might be interested opportunity to go are all very grateful to ple Newsam GC; Timothy Balcome, the Hayter Qualifier. 0-9. R Lyons; 10- contact Mike on 01565 830155. Peter you. Scarthingwell GC 18. A. Allsop; 19-28. R Stain. Baume, Course Manager at Birchwood In April the North West/North Wales Finally, I would like to congratulate All the qualifiers for the Northern GC, says that due to a heavy workload, Match took place at Wilmslow GC. We Andrew Leech, of Outlane GC, and his Regional Final are 0-9. R Lyons, D. he is looking for a trained greenkeeper were victorious 5-3 against the home wife on the arrival of their new baby McJannet, J. Cumberland, Reserve A. willing to work at Birchwood GC, on a team and look forward to next year's girl. Anybody volunteering for babysit- Rhodes. 10-18. A Allsop, C. Hopper, N. temporary basis. If you are between jobs return match. Many thanks to Wilmslow ting duties please contact the aforemen- Maltby, Reserve A. Whittington. 19-28. and fancy earning some money, contact GC and Gem Professional for their help tioned! R. Stain, R. Stanley, J.V Lax, Reserve R Peter on 01925 818819. and sponsorship. Again, sadly, it left Simon Heppenstall Neve. I suspect that now we have had some Terry Adamson to phone around looking Good luck to you all in the regional rain, and the ground is warming up you for players only then to be let down by Midland Region final in Wales! will all be able to sleep a little easier. I some. Gentlemen, this is not fair to him East Midlands I've been asked by Barry Heaney to am sure you have all had to put up with and shows extremely bad manners and This year's Spring Tournament was held remind people to return entry forms for the the situation must be rectified. We can- on April 25th at Rothley Park G ,C, on a competitions by the closing date and "Armchair Greenkeepers Association", not afford to lose stalwart members of fine spring day 47 members competed with the entrance fee as late forms and wanting to know why our greens are not this section through the inconsideration for the chance of qualifying for this ones without payment will not be like they are in Augusta. Well now that of others. years Hayter Challenge Tournament, accepted any more. May I also remind spring has arrived, and some growth has On a happier note I am particularly category winners were. people that to play in golf competitions appeared, they will forget Augusta until pleased that members have felt able to 0-9. 1. Richard Barker (Kirby Muxloe) you need to attend a minimum of two next April. contact me particularly over employ- 76 - 4 - 72; 2. Carl Chamberlain lectures throughout the winter. The North West committee has pur- ment problems. While I cannot always (Scraptoft) 78 - 6 - 72. 3. Paul Tatlow Our next competition will be our chased some videos which will be avail- be of any real assistance at least it puts (Kedleston) 77 - 5 - 72. 10.19. 1. able to any members wishing to borrow

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Leaves playing surface in superb condition THE CHOICE OF CHAMPIONSHIP O Antony Bindley (Kirby Muxloe) 84-15 administrator know as soon as possible. egory qualifiers were as follows: 0-9. competition. A bottle of whisky was pre- - 69; 2. Donald Blacker (Manor) 83-12 Finally I would like to welcome the Robert Phillips, David Montgomery, sented to Keith for his efforts on the - 71; 3. Martin Hopkins (Kirby Muxloe) following new members to the Section: John Jackson and Chris Carpenter. 10- course. 90 - 17 -73. 19-28 1. Mark Bindley Ian Cropper, Steven Gransby, Edward 18. Robert Washbrook, Tony Dunstan, The day would not be the same with- (Kirby Muxloe) 91 - 21 - 70. 2. Chris Long, Lee Folbigg, Phil Spencer, R Stid- Edward Dickinson and Simon Walley. out the members of the trade who sup- Bates (Willesley Pk) 101 - 28 -73. 3. ston, A Randall, G Mair, D Baker, James 19-28. Jason Shepherd, Mark Ambler. port the section and donate prizes. They Dean Cooper (Rotherly Pk) 98 - 24 - 74 Peddar, I Gallacher, B Adamson, Lee The longest drive was won by Simon are Avoncrop, Bob Chesham, Course Trade and Association - Ivan Toon 81 Hudson, S Kane, K Armstrong, R Walley and the nearest the pin was won Care, Ernest Does, Green Sports Ltd, -12-69 Childerley, R Preece, G Jenkins, D by Alec Macindoe. The guest prize was Kings, Parker Hart, Pattissons, Rigby This was not only a day for being Ritchie, S Grass and A Parsons. won by Mike Jeffrey. Taylor, Colin Rushbrooke, Tbckwells, Bindleyed but also Kirby Muxloed as all Paul Lockett I would like to thank Hendon GC for Hirf Actant and Waldringfield GC. four members had top three placings, its hospitality and especially the Captain A seminar has been arranged for and even the Trade and Association Bucks, Berks and Oxon Mr David Taylor and General Manager Hiesday May 14 at Whrittle College. The prize was taken by a ex-Kirby Muxloe At last a Golf Day to report on, and what Mr David Cooper for all their help. The topics will be grass seed, a talk from Greenkeeper. a day it was with the weather throwing catering and bar staff are commended Barenbrug Seeds and folia feeds, a talk On behalf of all section members I everything at us, rain, hailstones and the for their service on the day. I was also from Maxicrop Ltd. For further informa- would like to thank Rotherly G.C for the occasional bit of sunshine. We must be a nice to see Scott MacCallum present on tion contact Andy Sheehan on 01277 courtesy of their excellent course, and hardy bunch to carry on in that sort of the day and we thank him for making 215765. for providing us with a splendid meal. weather (possibly slightly mad). At one the effort to come down and visit us. A meeting open to all East Anglia Also many thanks should go to our new stage it looked like a scene from Cad- I would like to thank the trade for its members has been arranged by Head sponsors E.T Breakwells for providing us dyshack when the Priest is playing in the support and especially Richard Haynes, Office to discuss the proposed setting up with such a grand prize table. Best storm. If anybody hasn't seen the film from Avoncrop, for returning his raffle of an Essex Section. The meeting would wishes to all members in the Hayter it's a must for all greenkeepers. prize which was auctioned to raise be attended by Head Office representa- Regional final at Peterborough Milton The venue for this event was South- money for our section. tives and we would like as many mem- G.C. field GC near Oxford a course I had Tony Dunstan bers as possible to attend, to air their Finally congratulations are in order never played before but one I would like views. for Chris Bates of Willesley Park on the to play again in more favourable East Anglia The meeting will take place on Thurs- addition of a baby boy named Luke to weather! Ian Holton and his staff On April 18 the Spring Trophy was up day June 27 at 7.30pm at the Raven- his family. deserve a lot of praise for the condition for grabs, as well as a place in the next wood Hall Hotel, Roughham, three Antony Bindley of the course under difficult conditions round of the Hayter Tournament. The miles east of Bury St Edmonds, just off this Spring, well done lads. venue was Waldringfield Heath GC and the A14 trunk road. More details are Mid Anglia This event proved popular with 26 some 30 plus greenkeepers took up the elsewhere in this issue of Greenkeeper Our first golf event of the year took competitors fighting it our for a place in combined challenge of the tight course International. place on the 29th April, at John O'Gaunt the regional final at Peterborough Mil- and strong winds. The opening holes Stephen Millard GC, Beds. As is usual, our Spring Tour- ton in July. The standard of golf was resembled the Sahara Desert during a nament was the qualifying event for the very high as you will see from the win- sand storm as the winds whipped up the Kent Hayter Challenge, although this year we ning scores. Category 1 (0-9) 1st - A light soil from the surrounding fields Our first tournament of the year - the took the qualification over the full 36 Wakefield 66 (Local knowledge helped), and blew across the course - the sun Hayter Qualifier was held at Sene Valley holes, instead of eighteen. Both courses 2nd - D Eldridge 67, 3rd - S Adby 69 wasn't quite blocked out but those on GC. On a windy, dry day conditions were in excellent shape for so early in (better back 9), 4th - P Whelehan 69. the 4th tee had to beware. It has to be were very tricky. The course was in good the year, and our thanks go to Colin Category 2 (10-18) 1st - D Jones 67 said, what a marvellous way to have condition for the time of year and we Robinson and his staff for all their (better back 9), 2nd - R Clarke 67, 3rd - your top dressing applied, direct from thank Sene Valley for courtesy of the efforts. Also thanks to John O'Gaunt GC D Parrish 67, 4th - B Benzie 71. Cate- the supplier with free delivery! Keith Tit- course. The scores were as follows: 0-9. Bob Gilbert of Rigby Taylor, who spon- gory 3 (19-28) 1st C Lillitoo 71, 2nd D shall and his staff are to be congratu- 1. R Belton, 2. H. Morgan, 3. S. Suttle, 4. sored the day, Hayter, and all the other Bolton 72, 3rd - R Hindaugh 78, 4th A lated on the condition and presentation N. Gillham. 10-18. 1. R Biscoe, 2. D. members of the trade who supported us Hill 88. The above 12 people qualify for of the course. The wind was a big Vidler, 3. W. Banks, 4. R. Malt. 19-28. 1. on the day. It was also nice to see Scott the Regional Final in July. Details of this enough test and with the competition J. Sillcock, 2. C. Moore, 3. N. Stapley, 4. MacCallum our editor of the magazine event will be posted to the above. There being played off the white tees (obvi- J. Roots. attending and taking a few snapshots. are three reserves: A Murray, J Scoones ously a low handicapper's decision) All the above qualify for the next The results on the day were as fol- and D Wassell. Longest Drive winner - A there were few players near to a nett round of the Hayter Tournament. lows: 1st - J Wells (Brocket Hall) 77pts, Murray, Nearest the pin - B Holt. Finally par. There are also two reserves for each 2nd - J Moorhouse (Brocket Hall) 74pts, I would like to thank all at Southfield for The overall winner of the Spring Tro- category. Many thanks go to the trade 3rd - A Dancer (Shendish GC) 71pts. there hospitality on the day, excellent phy was D. Smith - nett 69. for supplying raffle prizes and especially Best am - D Forsyth (Mid Herts GC), pm food and service. Thanks to all trade 0-9. 1. R. Hickford, 75, 2. M. Virley, Driving Force Leisure for providing a - R McKeown (Arkley GC). Nearest Pin members for their support again, with- 77, 3. M. Fance, 78, 4. C. Crocher, 78, 5. day's golf in France for each category - D Forsyth (Mid Herts), Longest Drive - out it these events would be impossible. A. Toomey, 79. 10-18. 1. D. Wells, 74, 2. winner. G Simkins (Mount Pleasant GC). The next golf day is at Henley Golf Club J. Timms, 74, 3. S. Piggot, 80, 4. B. Lem- Our guest for the day was Ken The following people make up the on the 15th July. If anybody still hasn't mon, 81. 19-28. 1. D. Smith, 69, 2. T. Richardson, BIGGA Education Officer, team which goes to the Regional Final at received their fixture cards please get in lyrell, 73, 3. T. Huddlestone, 74, 4. M. who updated us on what is available on Peterborough Milton on Tuesday 16th touch and I will post one off to you. Mison, 77. the education front in the future. July. 0-9 Handicaps - R McKeown, J Lindsay Anderson The top trade member was A. 1\irbin I would like to remind you about Moorhouse, G Simkins, S Cherry, - nett 85. Nearest the pin competition sending money and confirmation letters (reserves - D Forsyth, R Coogan). 10-18 South East Region winners were 2nd hole - M. Fance, 10th in on time. For all future tournaments Handicaps - J Wells, A Dancer, M London - R. Hickford, 12th - A. Sheehan. nobody will be admitted after the dead- Hendry, P Robinson (reserves - C Toms, The Hayter Qualifier was held at Hen- Many thanks to the catering staff at line. There will be no exceptions. E Thompson). 19-28 Handicaps - J Hat- don GC on April 24. The course was in Waldringfield for a fine meal and splen- On a lighter note I would like to ton, L Cant, I Payne, R Saunders (no excellent condition and I would like to did service. The meal was followed by thank somebody at Sene Valley for the reserves). thank Mike Jeffrey and his staff for the Club Captain, Alan Adamson, saying stripogram that appeared on the 4th tee If for any reason, any members who preparing the course. The overall winner a few words and David Wells, Chairman just before dinner. We will not be charg- have qualified cannot attend, please let of the day was Robert Phillips from of the Section, thanking Waldringfield ing extra for this entertainment but we me or Roger Willars, our regional Sandy Lodge GC with a nett 72, The cat- GC and Hayter for its sponsorship of the will supply telescopes next time for you ITS EFFECT IS SHATTERING

CharterhouseDee p aeration on an intensively used golf course is vital if the grasses which we require are to survive. We purchased our first Verti-I)rain hack in 1983 and very quickly bought a second. Both these machines have been working on a continuous basis providing excellent results and utilising only a minimum of spare parts. Comment From Walter Woods St. Andrews Links Golf Course supervisor AD REF )URSES THROUGHOUT THE WORLD 130 short sighted greenkeepers. Wednesday the 19th please contact Gladwin. Dave recently completed his That's all for this month but watch Steve Evans on 01208 863647 if you second London marathon, although his this space for future events etc. I can be would like to attend. finishing time around was not as fast as contacted on 0860 260 240. Richard Whyman the first, due to the unexpected heat- Huw Morgan wave of 75 degrees. Crossing the finish- South West ing line itself an achievement, well done! • Ken Statham, President of the Kent It was into cider country that we trav- On route, D^ve reckons that he con- County Golf Union, died peacefully at elled for this year's Spring Tournament sumed at least 20 pints of water (makes his home in Biggin Hill early on Tuesday and Hayter section Qualifier held on a change from beer) and he'd like^ to morning, April 23. His sudden and April 17 at Oake Manor GC. The blus- personally thank the fire services for untimely death at the age of 62 when he tery conditions did not make playing their efforts in cooling people down with still had so much to contribute to golf, Office to play, and also Derek Farrington, this excellent young course any easier their hoses. To those, they know who was an extremely sad loss and his lead- our new Regional Administrator, who with many challenging holes created by they are, who doubted his ability to run ership, counsel and wonderful sense of was thankfully able to take over the well designed water features presenting the race. I believe him, although he does humour, together with the friendships admin duties from Sue when we left themselves as the round unfolded. Course have a second bike for sale. generated since his involvement with early. The course was brilliant, if chal- Manager Nigel Pring had prepared the Peter Lacey the game, and particularly during his lenging - the 16th gobbled up golf balls course in first class condition particularly time with the County Committee, will be by the score! The Hayter Challenge qual- considering the slow start to the growing South Coast iiyers were Lawrie Tremlett, Chris Allen greatly missed by the golfing fraternity. season, with dense growth on the fair- The Spring Golf Meeting was held on and Danny O' Rouke in Catergory 1 with Kent golf owes him a great deal. ways being the envy of others who have Monday 15th April at Crane Valley GC. Roland Hughes as reserve. Alastair Cale, Ken began his golf joining Cherry far less after last year's drought. Martin Summers, the Course Manager Jon Hill and Neil Cleverly qualified in Lodge in 1969 and as a natural adminis- For this second event of the year we had prepared the course in good order Catergory 2 with Ken Barber of East Sus- trator, inevitably became involved in were privileged to have the presence of for us, he and his staff at the Crane Val- sex National (!) as reserve. Catergory 3 committee work including Junior Organ- the Editor, who not only put his swing to ley were most helpful on the day and was Tony Bremer, Colin Cathy and iser and Chairman of Greens. In 1981, the test but also had his camera on hand they even managed to supply us with Jonathan Sales with Mike McQueen as when his son Neil made his County to snap some unsuspecting competitor. fine weather. Our thanks must also go to reserve. Congratulations and good luck debut, his efforts in the interests of golf Thanks though are given to Scott for com- management for allowing us the use of to you all on the 6th June. The overall brought him onto the County Commit- ing so far down country to be with us par- the course, the catering staff for keeping winner of the morning round of the tee where initially he managed the Kent ticulary as he drove back the same night. us fed and watered. Last but not least Spring Meeting was Alastair Cale who 2nd teams and later took charge of the Thanks are also given to Nigel for his our thanks to our generous sponsors for has now been cut two shots! Raymond Colts. At about that time, he was also course presentation, to Russell Gardner, the day Huxley Grass Machinery and our Day won the afternoon round and we involved in setting up, with George Will, the club professional for allowing us President Jim Fry. are trying to figure out how to cut his the County Coaching Scheme which has course courtesy and, of course, to Robin The results were as follows:- handicap as well - below the knees! All proved so successful. In 1988 he was Boyes and the lads from Hayter for their Nearest the pin. P Fitzjohn; Longest in the day was a great success with Cul- honoured to be invited to take Office as sponsorship. The drinks, crisps and Drive. R . Walker; Nita Simpson Trophy. verwells and Rigby Taylor kindly spon- County President, and his subsequent sweets were welcome at halfway point. R. Crouch; 1st Gross B Emberley, 2nd soring some wonderful prizes. election to the E.G.U.Council, and the The results were as follows:- 0-9. Gross L Miller; 1st Handicap A Rideout, On a personal note I would like to following year his services to Cherry Craig Fudge nett 66; Nigel Pring nett 68; 2nd Handicap M Woodrow announce the happy and long awaited Lodge were recognised and rewarded by Michael Fawcett nett 73; Paul Godwin As from now our section is running its arrival of my daughter, Samantha, in his election to Club Captain. nett 74; Chris Tozer nett 74; reserves own Handicaps for those that are ban- November last year and Gary Ogilvie's Ken's enthusiasm and love of golf Paul Garland nett 74; Gary Cooke nett dits (see above), and for those members daughter, Charlotte, in March this year. knew no bounds and was such that he 75. 10-18. Alan Turner nett 72; James who have not got club Handicaps. This Stefan G. Antolik rarely missed an event. During his term Williams nett 73; Duncan Smith nett 75; means there is no need for anyone to of County Office this would average one Anthony Knight nett 76; Oliver Steven- feel left out. All members are welcome day in every three 'On Duty'. On many South West and South Wales son nett 78; reserves Jim Nicholson nett to attend these meetings. of these occasions he would be accom- Region 79; Maurice pierce nett 81. 19-28. Chris As you are all probably aware some of panied by Audrey, and as a result she Devon and Cornwall Sealey nett 73; Tim Dabenett nett 76; the courses held at Aldwark Manor are With section events completed for became well known and very popular John Barr nett 76; Steve Mitchell nett now going to be run at regional level. another winter our section's thoughts with players and supporters alike. There 78; Peter Cox nett 80; reserves Matthew This is to cut down on expenses. If you turned to the Region's Trade show West- is no doubt that they both enjoyed every Hawker nett 85; Bob Gate nett 86. have any ideas as to what sort of courses urf. The show allows our Region to offer minute so spent. Suggestions are being invited for pre- and subjects you would like covered its members reduced cost educational The funeral took place at Lewisham sentations, speakers, subjects and titles please contact Kerran Daly on 01722 events and in the past our local Colleges Crematorium on the 2nd.May and for the Learning Experience at Harro- 742898. have received grants towards green- among the many present were represen- gate in 1997. If anyone is interested in We are still looking for assessors keeper education. tatives from the E.G.U., the South-East- contributing, please contact me for a within the section. If you are interested With this it is important that Westurf ern Group Counties, the Kent Ladies application form. in obtaining your D32 contact Kieran continues to thrive, this year's show Golf Union, and many Kent Clubs. An Five Supervisory and Management who will fill you in on all the details. started off not as we would have liked Address was given by Ken's brother, Courses are being promoted for 1996 to At the time of writing this report we with the rain pouring down at that stage Michael, and by Ray Saunders, Kent be held at Aldwark Manor starting from have just had some really hard frosts it crossed our minds that the show may County Captain who spoke of Ken's the 7th to 11th October and finishing that have slowed down the growth con- have to be cancelled but within minutes achievements and of his dedication to from 4th to 8th November. If you are siderably. A lot of grass must be suffer- of the show opening the rain eased to furthering the game of golf. Ken would interested in booking a space then ing at this time, still by the time this just a few showers and was that the sun have enjoyed Ray's quip to the effect please contact either Ken Richardson at report gets into the Magazine the sun we saw! Numbers around the stands that there were no Apologies for Headquarters on 01347 838581 or will be shining and we will have forgot- were steady all day, with the prize draws Absence' from the County Committee on myself on 0117 9793127 for a applica- ten all about the cold spring "we hope". taking place it gave all who attended a this occasion. Many Clubs will also have tion form. Well gentleman that concludes the chance to walk away with a prize, the acknowledged Ken's passing with the Finally the Summer Competition report for this month. I would like to ask new show layout provided the machin- traditional lowering of flags. takes place this year at Mendip Golf all members that if they have any item ery companies with an excellent area to Ken leaves his wife Audrey, son Neil Club on 25th July of interest they would like to be put in show off their latest equipment. Also and daughter-in-law Sue, grandchildren Kevin Green the magazine please give me a ring with this year our Executive Director Neil Sam and Chloe, and daughter Torill the details. Thomas, Chairman Dean Cleaver assisted by Janet and Scott held forum South Wales Ken Lodge The South Wales section seminar Sussex at the BIGGA tent, all members were We have held two events in April this invited along to discuss any points they recently took place at Pencoed College year, as we did last year so successfully. had regarding our Association. and was deemed a great success by the The first one was for Head Greenkeepers 36 who attended. All in all Westurf 96 continued to con- accompanied by their Club Secretaries Our thanks to the sponsors for mak- solidate its position as a superb local, which was held at West Sussex Golf ing the day possible, Miracle Profes- turf care show with most of the trade MY AMBITION IS... Club. Unfortunately, I was unable to sional, Barenbrug, Hardi and delighted with enquiries on the day. attend due to a back injury at the last Envirogreen Ltd. To the seminar speak- On behalf of the section I would like minute. However, I understand the day ers, Richard Minton, Bill Oliver, John to thank Gordon & Marion Child who went well and Alastair Cale and Chris put in so much time and effort into Bradley, Gareth Goddard and Duncan Reed, with their Secretaries, walked organising the show, also thanks must Stewart for their interesting, educational away with the glassware donated by go to Steve Evans and Bill Mitchell who and enjoyable presentations. SCATS of Billinghurst. helped with the setting up of the show As the seminar rounded off this series The second event was the Spring the day before and on the day and to all of educational events, I'd like to thank Meeting and Hayter Challenge Qualifyer who helped out especially the South all of those who have given so freely which was held at East Sussex National. West lads on car park duty in all that their time to help in the organisation of The response was phenominal and we rain. these meetings, but especially Peter had to go down on bended knee to Good luck to all our Hayter Qualifiers Gillard and Malcolm Davies for their increase from 48 to 60 players. Even at this year's regional final at Salisbury sterling efforts and also to the principal then we had to turn people away and South Wilts GC on Wednesday June Mr JDB Thomas for allowing us the use "To play cricket until I retire and although we ended up with 64 people 12. of the college facilities. there in total! Among these were John Lastly (thank god I hear you cry) to golf as long as possible" Trevose Golf Club is the venue for our Adrian Dancer, Shendish Manor GC Pemberton, who came down from Head June summer evening meeting on our very own marathon man Mr David