LOTTERY

I have taken over the lottery from Gill Newson, I will try very hard to be at the club, Tuesday's, Thursday's and Saturdays to collect money, but if all the ladies could find me, it would make things easier.
If you have NO money in your lottery account and your numbers come up, you CANNOT WIN!!
So it is in your interest to keep your account in credit.
The following people have no money in their account:-

Peggy Baker
Ron Baker
Carrie Beech
Hazel Reucroft
Pat Donovan
Lesley Morris
Joan Vernon
Debbie Satchel

I will be at that club, this Saturday 11th, Sunday 12th and Tuesday 14th
Thank you
Rena

Lady Captains Report October 2014.    

Well as I said in the last report September was to be another busy month and it proved the case. OK so we kicked off with the annual Joe’s v Raiders charity day and it was to be bigger and better. We decided earlier on in the year to have one event and make it large. Which is what we did? Joe and Julie organised the event and everyone that took part really enjoyed the occasion. The ladies team put in a sterling effort and drew overall on the day 7 and a ½ games each. A very fitting result. And a staggering amount of £2,274.42 was raised. My enormous thanks go to Julie and Joe Harris for their continued support of these charity events, and too everyone that supported us on the day or donated in their absence.

Next came the Autumn meeting kindly sponsored by our President Vicky Richardson, who was able to watch all the groups come up the 18^th on the Hurricane.  The results on the day altered due to a card disqualification and the winner with a staggering 44 pts was Carol Eldridge, 2^nd Lydia Doherty 39pts, 3^rd Debbie Conder on count back from Rena Jones with 37pts. With best front nine going to Jenny Aldridge and back nine Stella Pitt. We all enjoyed a Chilli Jacket potato lunch and had one round of Heads or Tails which raised another £32 pounds for my charity. Some of the Ladies also got fined for their misdemeanours. 

The second of the Ladles v vets matched took place and my thanks go to Rena Jones for Captaining in my absence. Overall result was another win to the Ladies

The annual Committee cup was played and 8 members of the committee turned out to play. Great fun was had by all. Judith was going for the double but unfortunately had to settle for nearest the pin. Julie was champ on the day.

On the same day we fielded a team to play in a mixed at Westerham and Rena lead out the Ladies. Again the result went West Mallings way. Well done to all who participated.

The mixed for September was again well supported even though it clashed with the Ryder Cup. Many of the teams decided to play early and the best seats were bagged around the telly. I’m happy to say the result went the Europeans way. For full report please see the blog. Also 3 people played exceptionally well and all agreed to put their cards in for handicap cuts. Well done to Sara, Mark and Pete.

Yesterday Sunday the 5^th the Bradley Cooke team travelled to Ashford for the final of the plate competition. Everyone had played there courtesy matches and done their homework in readiness for the challenge. And what a challenge it turned out to be. Chart Hills had really brought out the big guns or should I say the Kent County schoolgirls. What great young golfers they are and what amazing golf was played. Despite there highest handicapper being lower than our lowest we battle bravely. Unfortunately we lost the first 3 matches so the referee called us in even though the last two games were still live. It was great to be a part of the final day and we even got to see the Bradley cook trophy for the first time. A big well done to Helen Venus for captaining the team this year and getting us the furthest we have ever been before, also all the team, and not forgetting our caddies that gave up there day to support us. Heres to next year. Come on team West Malling.

Just a reminder about the upcoming Quiz on the 17^th October. The format will be the same as before. Please get your tables of six ready and tickets bought. There will be a raffle so all donations again gratefully received.

Good Luck with your golf in October.

Best Wishes Jane.

Lady Captain 2014.

Blog Details : www.wmladiessection.blogspot.co.uk

Bradley Cook Plate Runners Up

With subdued optimism the team arrived at Ashford yesterday in the sunshine for a good day's golf.  But with handicaps of +1,5,5,5,9 Chart Hills totally outgunned us to win the first three matches and although the last two matches were close they were called in.

I was very proud to receive our framed certificate on behalf of everyone who has played this year and they all deserve a mention here:
Sue, Lydia, Debbie, Jane, Helen, Donna, Finella, Lindsay

A special thanks go to our wonderful caddies who helped calm everybody down:
Rena, Julie, Caroline, Jill, Georgina

Golf aside West Malling true to form made it a good day out and we still drank our share of Prosecco in celebration of getting to the finals.  No other team on the day had anyone with handicaps in double figures and there will be more than one girl there yesterday hitting the pro circuit once they are old enough - in about 3 years time!!

As far as I can determine WM have never got to the plate final before so it was a MASSIVE achievement to do so and I am SO PROUD of all of you.  We have a strong squad of still improving low handicappers and I look forward to next year.

It was a pleasure to be your captain!!!
Helen x

Summer Eclectic Competition Results

The results of this summer's eclectic competition are:

Hurricane Course
1st - Pat Donovan - Net 60.38 points
2nd - Lydia Doherty - Net 60.50 points
3rd - Sue Stickland - Net 61.13 points

Spitfire Course
1st - Lindsay Hart - Net 55.00 points
2nd - Lydia Doherty - Net 58.50 points
3rd - Pat Donovan - Net 61.38 points

Congratulations to the winners.

A copy of the full results sheet will be put up on the notice board in the ladies changing room.

QUIZ NIGHT 17 th OCTOBER 2014

 

Just a reminder about the quiz night. Please get your tickets from the office. Table of six. £6 pounds each. Raffle prizes gratefully received. All money goes to Breast Cancer Kent.

 

 

 

 

 



JOE’S Raiders Charity day Smashes All Records.

And what an amazing day it turned out to be, after the initial battle to get the teams together and find last minute replacements. Everyone turned up bright and early for the 9.00 shotgun. Tees were picked and everyone was in great spirits. 15 pairs of Ladies set out to beat Joe’s Raiders and what an enjoyable fight we had. After the matches where played the normal rush to the bar commenced, and the usual banter continued. Obviously everyone was eager to know the results. Well the Ladies it seemed where over keen. I’m lead to believe that the Ladies haven’t as yet beaten Joe’s Raiders but this year we got a step closer in that the result was a draw. 7 and ½ matches each. Well done it couldn’t have been a more fitting result.

Once the excitement had died down we all sat down to a carvery meal joined by friends and family. The (amended version) of the national anthem was sung by Joe. Many thanks to Colin Kiddie for sponsoring this, and to Joe for taking up the challenge. The carvery was excellent and the catering staff did a fantastic job feeding so many people.

Everyone was then waiting in anticipation as to how much they would be fined. And yes everyone did get fined. Anyone’s misdemeanours got reported back to Joe and then the naming and shaming took place. Everyone took part in all good spirits.

We played the heads and tails game and for a new twist everyone was asked to place a bank note of any denomination into an envelope. Then write either their home or mobile number on the front. The winners were the envelopes with the most sevens combined from the bank note and telephone number. What a great money spinner this turned out to be.

An amazing amount of money was raised on the day and more donations trickled in over the next couple of weeks. Overall we raised approximately £2,274.42

My BIGGEST thanks go to Joe and Julie Harris for running this event and their continued support to the past and present/future Ladies Captains Charities.

Mixed Team Results

Well it might have been Ryder Cup weekend but that didn’t stop the Mixed Team competition of West Malling going ahead.

The teams were drawn, side bets placed, team colours discussed (although some people forgot these conversations) and early start times sorted.

 There were really good scores in and we were waiting for the last group to finish. In they came and wow what a score.

The team of Thomas J (his first mixed competition), Steve McIntosh, Sara Burbridge and Diana Scott came in !st with 126 points.

2nd was the pink team of Colin Kiddie, Pete Skelton, Julie Harris and Debbie Conder with 114 points.

Lee and Georgina sponsored a nearest the pin on the 16^th for the boys and 7^th for the girls

The winners were Martin Chuter and Debbie Satchell.

The presentations were completed within the adverts so everyone could then carry on watching the Ryder Cup.

A great day was enjoyed by all.

Thank you to everyone for entering and in such great spirit as always, to Caroline for copying the scorecards and a special thank you to Julie for her help.

Next mixed comp is on 26^th October –Betterball and then the next week 2^nd November is the Pairs comp, the sign up sheets are on the board.

Thanks

Gill

PEARSON TROPHY

I have put all details on the Pearson blog, could you please post your comments as soon as possible please.

Thank you

Christmas night out is Friday 28th.NOT 29th sorry

PEARSON TROPHY

The draw for the Pearson Trophy 2014/15 was held today at Bearsted Golf Club.
West Malling was drawn in group 9 with West Kent, Gillingham and Knole Park.
Match details will be posted on the Pearson Blog tomorrow. If you are in the squad please check the Pearson blog.
COME ON THE GIRLS!!

CHRISTMAS NIGHT OUT

I have booked the Thai Restaurant on Kings Hill for Friday 29 November, 7.30pm.
I will put a sign up sheet in the changing rooms, I will require a £10 deposit per person.

Do not have a price yet, but I'm hoping for £25, which was last years price.

Everyone welcome

watching golf at the London Club!!

VOLVO GOLF WORLD MATCH PLAY AT THE LONDON CLUB…..
Just in case you didn't know this brilliant tournament is coming to the London Club on Thursday 16th Oct - Sunday 19th oct. There a few of us going to watch and probably on the Thursday- see you there maybe !! heres the link for ticket information
www.volvoworldmatchplay.com/content/london-golf-club

Jane's 50th birthday Celebrations!

Jane celebrates her 50^th birthday on 25^th October so in the spirit of ensuring everyone gets a chance to celebrate with Jane if they wish, there are a few events being planned.  A sign up sheet is on the notice board in the ladies changing room so we can guage numbers. Friday 24^th October (birthday eve) – a treasure hunt, multi venue evening of fun. Jill and Kim are in charge of leading the fun fest and will ensure it’s a good night.  We will no doubt throw in a challenge or 2!  
Saturday 25^th October (actual birthday) – Saturday roll up golf as usual  @ 9am followed by Tea and Cake afterwards – We will be organising a fun competition played on the Spitfire  
Tuesday 28^th October (post birthday) – Tuesday roll up golf as usual followed by Tea & Cake afterwards. We will be organising a fun competition played on the Hurricane
Look forward to the celebrations.

Georgina :-)

Mixed Team Draw

Date:                     Sunday 29^th September 2014

Course:                 Spitfire

Format:                 Stableford (Full H/C Allowance)    

Score:                    Holes 1-6 Best 2 Score

Holes 7-12 Best 3 Scores

Holes 13-18 All 4  Scores

Entry:                     £3 per person

Draw

9:27            Jane Woodward, Carrie Beech

                   Joe Harris, Steve Deacon

9:38            Gill Newson, Rena Jones

                     Roger Woodhams, Bob Appleby

                  

9:47            Lisa Kiddie, Carole Eldridge

                   John Harrison, Laurie Beech

09.56          Julie Harris, Debbie Conder

                   Colin Kiddie, Pete Skelton

10:05          Caroline Harrison, Donna Chuter

                   Trevor Venis, Lew Evans

10:14          Helen Venis, Sue Stickland

                   Martin Chuter, Clive Millgate

10:23          Lydia Doherty, Gina Wilson

                   Rob Satchell, Jamie

10:32          Jill Gambling, Molly Ball

                   Gerry Miller, Norman Kane

10:41          Lynne Skelton, Kim Wellman

                   Kevin Conder, Peter Burbridge

10:50          Sara Burbridge, Diana Scott

                   Thomas J, Steve McIntosh

10.59          Carol Martin, Sadie Millgate

                   Ken Newson, Eric Doherty

11.08          Finella Una, Shirley Miller

                   Tony Hall, Andy Martin

  

11.17          Judith Parkhurst, Debbie Satchell

                   John Suttling, Eric Payne

If all your Team members are agreeable, you can queue on the Tee earlier, if you do this can you just put a note on the sheet in the lobby.  I can then move others up if need be. 

Competition Organiser Gill Newson 07891 959590

DIARY CHANGE.

 

Due to the fantastic Bradley Cooke result, we find ourselves in the final of the plate. Unfortunately this clashes with the Copper Beech Trophy Competition. Therefore the Copper Beech will now take place on Sunday the 12th October. I apologies for any inconvenience.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND.

 

 

QUIZ Night Friday 17th October. Tickets on sale now from the office. Tables of 6. £6 per ticket. 19.00 for prompt start at 19.30. Raffle donations gratefully received. Please come and support this FUN evening. 

Today was the second match of the year against the Vets.  A much smaller turnout than usual due to holidays etc.
The matches where as usual lots of fun, not so much for the men as the ladies won 2 1/2 to 1 1/2
The vets have only won twice and halved once since 2008.

WELL DONE LADIES!!

Bradley Cooke Final - here we come!!

WOW! what a team! We beat Wrotham Heath at home today 4-1.  UNBEATEN AT HOME THIS SEASON.
Sue led out the team and trounced her opponent 8&7. Debbie showed her usual grit and determination to come from 3 down but lost on the 18th.  Helen won 5&4 - we all LOVE the 14th (don't we?!). That meant one more win would see us through on points.  Jane was 3 up going down the 15th, still playing on the 17th (or so we thought) she was teasing with us and had already won 4&3.    Lydia next who took a little longer winning on the 20th hole 1 up - great staying power! But by then we had already won (although Lydia didn't know it) and we were all in the bar celebrating - she arrived EVENTUALLY!!!!  The Prosecco got another outing and discussions (arguments) centred around who was having what caddy for the final!
We are now in the finals of the plate to be held at Ashford on Sunday 5 October - the same team as today will play.
Well Done team - I am so PROUD of you ALL.
Here's to a great day on the 5th :)
Helen x
p.s. thanks to Julie and Caroline for supporting and helping to drink the Prosecco!!

LADIES V VETS THURSDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER.

 

 

Timings 8.00 for 8.30

 

Courses: Spitfire.

 

Format : 4BBB.

 

Lunch : Self funding.

 

Team:

 

1st - Rena Jones (Captain) and Sue Sticky.

 

2nd - Sue Gofton and Gina Wilson.

 

3rd - Margaret Barnard and Judy Blackburn.

 

4th - Carol Eldridge and Lesley Shott.

 

Enjoy and have FUN

MEN VS LADIES CHARITY DAY - Draw

In aid of Breast Cancer Kent

DATE:                 Sunday 14^th September 2014

COURSE:           Spitfire Shotgun start 9:00 am (registration from 8)

FORMAT:           Pairs Matchplay (off men’s card)

HANDICAP:       ¾ handicap – Ladies receive extra shot once ¾ h/c calculated

Shotgun start – holes will be allocated on the day. Holes 1, 2, 13 & 18 can be bought with all proceeds to the Lady Captains Charity!

Entrance fee is £20 per person which includes a 2 course carvery which will be available straight after finishing the golf.

Nearest the Pin on the 18^th for men and women.

Draw

Debbie Conder & Caroline Harrison v Joe Harris & Lew Evans

Jane Woodward & Georgina Venus v Terry Shearman & Dave Brough

Gill Newson & Julie Harris v Andy Upson & Den Hughes

Lydia Doherty & Rena Jones v Glee Venus & Kevin Conder

Helen Venis & Gina Wilson v Roger Woodhams & Matt Woodhams

Jill Gambling & Kim Wellman v Martin Chuter & Clive Millgate

Sue Stickland & Lisa Kiddie v John Harrison & Trevor Venis

Donna Chuter & Diana Scott v Gerry Miller & Steve McIntosh

Yvonne Gormley & Debbie Satchell v Paul Junor & Mark Miller

Jeanette Johnson & Viv Allen v Steve Deacon &  

Elaine Katter & Molly Ball v Norman Kane & Rob Gormley

Sadie Millgate & Shirley Miller v Rob Satchell & Steve Reucroft

Sally Payne & Judith Parkhurst v Rob Twining & Steve Longuet

Hazel Reucroft & Margaret Barnard v Ken Newson & Ken Tuson

Pat West & Carrie Beech v Tony Hall & Ian Terry

If possible (although not compulsory), can the men please wear orange shirts and the ladies purple.

Any issues please contact:

Joe Harris 07977 067884 or Jane Woodward 07801 334219

Amended 13 September 2014