We only started with 11 players, as unfortunately Andrew Robinson had to drop out, and will be out for a couple of weeks.
We teed off before 0740 hrs and the weather was good, light cloud. Tasik was in good condition, with lively, quick and in some cases bouncy greens. It was Iain’s birthday, so he kindly offered some NTPs, to celebrate the occasion. Ironically only 2 holes were achieved. Hans B on hole number 3 and Glen on hole 14. Iain then decided to present the other 2 sleeves to 5th and 7th places. Stuart got the 5th place as a result of being at the lunch.. and Ray got 7th place.
Many thanks Iain, and you do not look as old as some of your “friends” were saying …
The winner on the day was Glen with 100 for 40 points, well done. Paul Geddes came second with the lowest gross of 83 for 38 points.
Tuesday October 1st. We only have 3 flights with tee off at 0745 hrs. Please be at the club by 0720 hrs. Costs will be 100 RM pax. Caddies at own expense.
It is Iain’s birthday, so he has kindly offered some NTPs, to celebrate the occasion.
We will be eating at the Chinese Restaurant on the way back to the toll.
Flight 1 Barry Cousins32 Hans Berger20 Andrew Robinson23 Stuart Taylor20
Flight 2 Ray Funnell29 Aftab Ahmad20 Paul Geddes14 Iain Wise24
Flight 3 Jeff Pearce18 Robin Brown(Guest Jeff)32 Tony Morris20 Glen Wombwell32
10 Cannons, plus our guest Edwin Raspe all met on time at Subang ready to check in, which unfortunately proved to be a very protracted and chaotic 1 hour affair. Anyway we eventually left about 10 minutes late.
Day 1 Palm Hill
The first course, Palm Hill was only 10 minutes from Hua Hin airport, so after a quick change and help from Tam , the ground representative, we managed to tee off in front of the group of ex Malaysian policemen, who had caused the delay at Subang….. All our flights finished in daylight…..!
Great weather, good course, wide fairways and fast rolling greens for the first day of the 2 day competition. Winner of the 500 Baht was Tony Morris with 87 for 41 points. Meal and drinks were enjoyed at the club, before moving to the hotel.
After a fast check in at the City Beach Hotel, most people spent a very liquid evening in the bars of Hua Hin.
City Beach Hotel
Hua Hin Railway Station
Hua Hin seafront
Day 2 Black Mountain
Generally agreed that this stunning course was the preferred of the three. All the landscaping has now been completed and allied to the scenery makes this course exceptional. A little unlucky with the weather, with intermittent rain, and a 10 minute stop for a heavy shower, but did not stop people’s enjoyment. Handicaps had been adjusted after the first day, with Tony cut by 2. Players went out in reverse order, with the 4 highest scorers from the first day in the last flight. With 4 holes to play anyone from this flight could have won.
Perhaps the benefit of not going out the night before, proved significant for the winner….. Hans Berger with a combined 78 points, 184 just beat Edwin by 2 points, 181. Winner received 1500 Baht + the September Trophy, second place received 750 Baht, and Klaus won 500 Baht for 8th place. Stuart and Tony both had 75 points. So a very close competition. Lowest combined gross Kevin with 171. Meal and drinks at the club before moving into the town for the evening’s enjoyment.
Full Results of 2 Day Competition
Day 3 Banyan – Scramble Competition
Another great course, in excellent condition. There was a large Lexus Cup Golf Competition being held but we got off before those flights. Lucky with the weather which was overcast but stayed dry. Tony again worked his excellent scramble magic and the resulting scores, were evidence of this. A couple of the party were a little reticent to playing a scramble but at the end of the competition, all agreed that a great day was had by all.
Winners each receiving 500 Baht were Ted, Edwin, Hans, Klaus with H/Cap 4. Gross 68 for 44 points.
Second on count back were Kevin, Tony, Stuart with H/Cap 2 Gross 69 for 41 points, and then…..
…. the “Muppets”, H/Cap 8, 75 for 41 points, led by Captain Fantastic, Graham, who, on not one of his best days, actually played one fairway shot that went through his legs and backwards by about 10 metres. The muppets still managed to par the hole, after rather a lot of humour.
A first for the Cannons followed after the game when deserts, brownies and banana splits were actually taken, and the remainder of the float was eventually used up…..Great lunch and good camaraderie. Individuals who did not win during the trip were then given a sleeve of balls kindly provided by Simon of Liberty travel. Captain fantastic after his performance won the remaining orange ball.
Edwin eventually opens his wallet
Thanks to Glen for acting as moneybags during the trip. Managed to break even, with some help from Hans.
Thanks to everyone for great timekeeping, commitment and as a result an excellent time was had by all.
And of course a Big Thank You to our Convenor, Ray Funnell, for all the arrangements of this highly successful tour. In appreciation of his efforts all the group pitched in for a rather special and personalised gift which was presented to him at the close of the tour. We all hope this will take pride of place in his display cabinet along with all his golf trophies.
Our winner, Hans Berger, also treated us to his special song ….
The return match took place at the excellent Impian GC. The course was in very good condition, but the greens were a little slow which was the only complaint on the day. A great day was had by all. Teed off on time, and all flights were back in the clubhouse in good time. The lunch, kindly provided by the ladies, many thanks, was a success and both teams enjoyed some healthy banter. Congratulations to the club for excellent service, helped by the LEGS waitresses.
Better ball stableford was the method of play.
Stuart and his partner Allan, won with an outrageous 48 points. Well done. Bernard and Ted were second, ocb from Rebecca and Pauline were third with 44 points. Full results
attached.
1st place pair 75 RM each
2nd place pair 50 RM each
3rd place pair 35 RM each
There were three matches which were very close, one of which was shared, but the ladies won the other two and as a result won the match 3.5 versus 4.5. Well played the LEGS ladies.
So after two matches the ladies are leading 9 matches to 8. This time round the ladies aggregated stableford points were 314 against 326 for the men. Total stableford for the two matches. Ladies 689 Men 692. Overall it is still amazingly close.
By popular demand, the next match will be in early March, when it is our turn to host.
Next week is the return LEGS challenge match at Impian GC. We currently have 16, with a reserve. If anyone else wants to play then Ray Funnell must know by 1000 hrs, Wednesday 11th. Meeting Tiggy tomorrow morning to agree pairings and H/Caps. Hopefully we can achieve a close match as previously.
A further mail of the remaining details will be sent as soon as possible after the meeting. Tee off, slightly later than usual, 0830 hrs.
The 16 Cannons Men are:
Andre Holm Allan McNicoll Paul Geddes Ray Funnell Ian Dickson Kevin Goodwin Stuart Taylor Hans Berger Bernard Rohman Aftab Ahmad Iain Wise Ted Parslow Rick Currin Graham Cadman Bernard Rohman Andrew Robinson
4 flights teed off on time, using the Island and Pines courses, in overcast conditions, which remained throughout the morning. Steady drizzle then set in for most of the first 9’s. The course was in good condition, although some drainage improvement work is taking place, which made some of the paths a bit messy, but no effect on the playing surfaces. Greens were true, but the only comments received was that the Island 9 were quicker.
Aftab must have played a lot of golf in California as he came out the winner with 93 for 40 points. Stuart was second with 90 for 38 points. Lowest gross was the returning “ice man” John Laidley with a gross of 83.
Next week 10th September we shall play at Nilai Springs. 5 flights have been booked. Tee off 0745 hrs. Costs 130 RM , including compulsory caddy per flight.
The following week on 17th September we have the LEGS return match at Impian. So far 16 confirmed. Any more players, and I will see if the ladies can increase their numbers.
The course was in good condition, but after the previous day’s storm the greens were a little slow. Only 3 Flights teed off on time in pleasant conditions.
The winner, for his second win, was Allan McNicoll with 99 for 39 points, beating the lowest gross of 83 by Ted Parslow, 37 points. Cut 4 and 1 respectively. Full results attached.
The excellent wine prize as kindly donated by Erol was won by Ted Parslow with a total of 110 points. Stuart and Graham finished up with 102. Well done Ted and enjoy the wine. Interestingly, when hopefully we will have a similiar competition Allan with his good round today, finished in 4th place only 2 shots behind the runners up. Shows how placings can easily change.
Hua Hin Tour. 26th to 29th September. 12 Players now confirmed. Full up. We will be playing a 2 day competition for the monthly trophy, with the second round being played on the great Black Mountain course.
Great news we are full up. Edwin Raspe, a jovial Dutchman will be joining us (a regular Sunday WIGS player) to complete the party. Hans finally succumbed to the golf attractions of Hua Hin.!!
As a result we will now be having a 2 day combined stableford competition on the first 2 days, also for the September trophy, and the third day will be a 4 ball scramble.
Full details and prizes will follow nearer the time.
Important point. For those who haven’t paid in full, THE BALANCE OF 1060 RM IS REQUIRED BY TUESDAY 10 TH SEPTEMBER.
Next week’s game on 3rd September will be at Bukit Kemuning. Only 4 Flights have been booked with tee off at 0745 hrs. Please be at the club by 0720 hrs. Costs will be 100 RM for seniors ( proof of age reqd.),110 RM for TP books. Others 135 RM.
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