Princes Risborough Golf Club
JULY Schedule
THE WINNERS CIRCLE
THE BARCILON CUP AND HANDICAP CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP:
We played this 36-hole event over the weekend 25/26 June. The turnout of 30 players in total was disappointing but did not lessen the nature of our premier golf weekend.
The greenkeeping team produced an excellent course with firm fairways, challenging rough, fast greens and the usual championship pin positions! The weather decided to remain but the wind did get up somewhat which made the two days a stern test for all golfers. Our winners are:
- Ladies Barcilon Cup winner and Champion Golfer: BEX LOWRY
- Men’s Barcilon cup winner and Champion Golfer: CLIFF PEARCE
- Men’s Barcilon Cup handicap Champion: DAVID ORFORD
- Men’s Barcilon Cup runner up: LUKE TUBB
Congratulations to all who participated and in particular our four principal winners. A special mention to David Orford who produced the third best GROSS score on Sunday with an outstanding 83 in tough conditions.
PAST CAPTAINS DAY
This closed competition played between the past Captains took place on 16 June. Our immediate past Captain Craig Whitworth won with our current Captain Al Bowyer picking up the committee prize.
COMPETITIVE MATCHES
Our men’s teams continue to play exceptionally well and as of the summer solstice all remain unbeaten. Let’s hope that form continues.
THE HILLMAN TROPHY
Our team have a 3rd round match with West Berkshire at home on Saturday 02 July.
CHILTERN BREAKFAST LEAGUE
The team continued their excellent form with a home win against Stocks.
SENIORS MATCHES
Our seniors have beaten Huntswood at home and continue their unbeaten run
CLUB COMPETITIONS AND MATCHES JULY 2022
Friday 08 The Fowler Bowl (a mixed stableford event open to those with a Handicap index of 19 and higher)
Saturday 09
Tuesday 12 Seniors MEDAL
Thursday 14 Seniors match: Weston Turville AWAY
Friday 15 Club Stableford
Saturday 16
Sunday 17
Saturday 23 The PGA National Pro Am Mixed Medal (sign up and pay in advance via the PGA link provided by Bruce Loome and on the PRGC website)
REGULAR SOCIAL GOLF AT PRGC
- Tuesday Morning: Senior men (for those aged 55 and over)
- Wednesday Morning: Ladies
- Wednesday Afternoon: WAGS (Wednesday afternoon golf society)
- Friday Morning: Mixed Singles Stableford (ladies and gentlemen)
COURSE CONDITION
Mark Tubb has circulated to all members a fulsome report on the state of the course and the actions planned. This is also available on the PRGC website. One big message: ALL BUNKERS ARE IN PLAY. ALL NEW TURF IS IN PLAY UNLESS MARKED NTGUR, in which case a drop without penalty is allowed.
CLUBHOUSE IMPROVEMENTS
Sarah has circulated details of all of the enhancements to the clubhouse this year including the new outdoor furnishings that have gone down so well with members - lots more new news to come on this front. Please also say hello to some new clubhouse staff, Luke and Maddie - both of whom are already proving themselves to be great additions to the team.
PGA NATIONAL PRO-AM CHAMPIONSHIP: Saturday 23rd July
Our qualifying event, open to ladies and gentlemen, will take place on Saturday 23rd July. To participate you must sign up in advance with the PGA and pay your entry fee direct to the PGA. Please follow the link to the PGA which you will find in Bruce’s letter sent to all members earlier in the season. This link is also on the PRGC website. You MUST sign up and pay the entry fee by Wednesday 20th July to qualify for this competition and the chance to play in the PGA National Pro-Am with Bruce Loome.
CAPTAINS DAY: SATURDAY 06 AUGUST
Advance warning of this prestigious event. This will be individual and team stableford golf competition for men, ladies and juniors, followed by a buffet meal and socializing with family and friends. Please watch out for Al Bowyers flier and emails on this.
MIXED PAIRS SUMMER ECLECTIC
July through September 2022
This is a new event, developed by Al Bowyer and arranged specifically for mixed pairs. It will consist of four 9-hole rounds played at anytime over the three months of July, August and September. A separate note with rules and further information has been issued and you must register your pair with Al before playing.
Barry Woledge
Competitions Secretary
29 June 2022
