Thursday, August 22, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Sunshine and Strong Play at Whitsunday Golf Club

Sunday brought a beautiful, sunny day to the Whitsunday Golf Club after players navigated dense fog from both directions on their way to the WGC August Monthly Medal and Least Putts competition. Despite the fog, 17 golfers participated, and everyone enjoyed the fine weather, with no complaints about the conditions.
Whitsunday Golf Club Results:
Ladies A Grade:

   • Winner: Tiina Randmae with a nett score of 74
   • Runner-up: Anna Winterbourn with a nett 75
   • Longest Drive: Karen Rix
Ladies B Grade:
   • Winner: Linda Wardroper
   • Runner-up: Sally Little
   • Longest Drive: Robyn Whitham
Men’s A Grade:
   • Winner: Chris Bartlett with a nett score of 71
   • Runner-up: George Meharry with a nett 72
   • Longest Drive: Andrew Albergo
Men’s B Grade:
   • Winner: David Hoy with a nett score of 72 on a countback
   • Runner-up: Paul Nicol
   • Longest Drive: Don Cameron
Nearest the Pin (NTP):
   • Ladies: Anna Winterbourn on the 16th hole
   • Men: George Meharry on the 13th hole
NAGAs (Never Any Good Award):
   • Honourees: Elise Hodgson and Leigh Jones, with drinks provided by Aaron and Tracy Watts, owners of RADS Whitsunday, who offer respite accommodation and disability support services.

Next Week: There will be no WGC competition next week due to the PGC Club Championships taking place on Saturday and Sunday. The next event, the September Monthly Medal and Least Putts, will be held on Sunday, September 1. Players are encouraged to sign up between 7 and 8 a.m. to ensure they can participate in a block.
 

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