This month saw the inaugural running of the “Winter Trophy” for La Siesta Golf Society. How apt it was that this was the first time this year that winter had come to Campoamor Golf Course as we set off. The gusting wind made things tricky from the off and those big hitters who normally landed halfway down the fairway had to be content to be mere mortals and take a few extra shots to get to the greens. For the first time in a long time players were wrapped up against the cold which made free flowing golf difficult. A good turnout struggled with the conditions and at the halfway turnaround it was all to play for on the more difficult back nine. Not surprisingly some of the higher handicappers were in the running for prizes.
As expected the final nine holes proved to be equally as challenging with many feeling the effects of the cold wind and looking forward to getting back to the clubhouse. Not deterred though, the competition remained fierce in the quest to be the first name on the roll of honour for this trophy and despite the conditions, many saw their chance for fame. The only question was would the better players master the conditions or was this the chance for an outsider to win the day ?
Back on the terrace the Captain checked the scorecards, warm coffee (and the odd beer) was consumed to compensate for disappointments. The prize winners were a good mix of members which is always a great thing. Winning the sweep was Steve Mott, pipping Gail Mosley on handicap. In fifth place, Ken Harvey beat Dave Steward – also on handicap. Fourth was the evergreen Mike Hughes and it was great to see Pam Brown in third place. Just failing to get to the top of the leaderboard was Terry Bright and the overall winner – back after absence (and presumably some secret practice) – was Adrian Moule. Well played to all, next up is the St. Patrick’s Day competition
Captain Alan Ward and Adrian Moule.
