Interclub Team SdM had a tough away fixture today at Boavista Golf Club, the current league one leaders. Despite our best efforts, once again we came up just short but we did manage to walk away with 4 of the 10 points on offer. I have to be pleased with this result taking into consideration the quality of the opposition. So proud of the players that put their names forward to represent their club, well done guys. If any member feels they want to moan about the condition of Silves Golf Course, they should take a look at the poor condition of Boavista first. I need players to enter on the website for Interleague games 4th and 6th July at Silves, maximum handicap requirement is 24.
Results:
Des Briggs & Chris Zisemedes. Won 2&1
Jimmy Cruz & Euan Pyper. Lost 2 down
Per Lars Tonstad & Marijke Rombouts. Lost 4&3
Steve Edwards & Dave Darling. Won 3&2
Tommy Sundin & Marja Chapman. Lost 2&1
SdM Captain Mel Huxtable organised a superb Captains Weekend, Saturday being the traditional pairs betterball followed on Sunday evening with a Dinner and Dance at the fabulous Penina Hotel with music supplied by the sensational 5 EX band.
Saturday's competition started with the shotgun sounding at 09.00 under a sunny blue sky. The scores were tremendous with some close results. There was our usual halfway house and lots of cheer in the clubhouse afterwards. Thanks to the Captain and assistant Don Forrester for supplying the drinks and ice creams!
Team SDM took to the fairways at Silves today in an effort to get the better of a very strong Boavista team who are now favourites to win division one. The final score of one and a half to three and half was very flattering to Boavista. Martin and Les were on the wrong end of a mauling from two very experienced Interleague players but the other two losses came down to the 18th green. (Scores below)
Despite a narrow loss 2-3 at home to Palmares we have gained a place in the top table and move into third spot. Hopefully we can stay in the top four this season and avoid the drop. Today's game was littered with some strangly high scores, two wins and three losses.
A group of 39 members and their partners enjoyed warm weather and lots of fun in Spain. 31 golfers
competing over 2 or 3 days and 8 ladies of leisure who either, relaxed by the pool, indulged in Spa
treatments or went sightseeing. On the second day 10 people watched the fantastic equestrian
display in Jerez.
SdM recorded probably their best result so far this season with a fabulous result beating league leaders Floresta Parque 4-1.
With a largely inexperienced side SdM beat a very strong Floresta Parque side who are reknowned for their durability and nous. Full of long hitters and low handicappers the home side knew they were in for a tough match.
SdM defeated Tavira 3&2 ffor a home win today. Lots of close games with most being decided on the last. This moves us into fourth place in Division One with those above us having played more games. Next week we face PdF at home. Register via the website if you wish to be considered for selection.
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