Monday, November 18, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Big Day of Competition at Whitsunday Golf Club

The Whitsunday Golf Club hosted an action-packed day with 20 players competing for the 2024 WGC Club Championship, the coveted Medal of Medals, and a weekly stroke competition. Under warm and breezy conditions, players showcased their determination and skill across the grades.

Stroke Competition Results

Ladies A Grade

• Winner: Tiina Randmae (net 70, on a countback)

• Runner-up: Anna Winterbourn

• Longest Drive: Anna Winterbourn

Ladies B Grade

• Winner: Linda Wardroper (net 78)

• Runner-up: Joanne Moynihan (net 79)

• Longest Drive: Robyn Whitham

Men’s A Grade

• Winner: Chris Bartlett (net 73)

• Runner-up: George Meharry (net 75)

• Longest Drive: Mata Browne

Men’s B Grade

• Winner: Leigh Jones (net 70)

• Runner-up: David Hoy (net 73)

• Longest Drive: David Hoy

Nearest to the Pin (NTP)

• Ladies: Tiina Randmae and Robyn Whitham

• Men: Chris Bartlett (x2) and David Hoy

NAGA Award

The NAGA honours went to Karen Rix and Andrew Albergo, who each received a refreshing drink courtesy of Aaron and Tracy Watts, proprietors of RADS Whitsunday. RADS provides vital respite accommodation and disability support services in the area.

Medal of Medals 2024

The prestigious Medal of Medals titles for 2024 were awarded to the following players:

• Ladies A Grade: Tiina Randmae (net 70)

• Ladies B Grade: Linda Wardroper (net 78)

• Men’s A Grade: Chris Bartlett (net 73)

• Men’s B Grade: David Hoy (net 73)

The winners of the 2024 WGC Club Championship will be revealed during the upcoming presentation. Congratulations to all participants for their efforts on the course and to the day’s winners for their outstanding achievements.

Contributed with thanks to Tiina Randmae

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