May's golf reports full of April showers

Tradies Social Golf

Barry Thompson reports

The previous week’s rain put the kybosh on a full turn-out as I and others nudging my vintage were unable to use carts. This left 16 of our younger blokes to contest the Stableford event in tough conditions.

Nathan Gonzalez led the field home with an impressive 34, with Gavin Sinclair (33) and Tung Nguyen (32) snapping at his heels. Due to small numbers, there were no Match Play pairings played and Mick has advised new deadlines for our skirmishes.

Sad to relate, I noted a small amount of bickering back at Tradies. Our chefs, Jack and John, were contesting who was to burn the snags and who was to ruin the onions. No harm done! They both settled into their allotted tasks and their efforts were appreciated.

Please support our sponsors Helensburgh Butchery, Gallardo’s Pizzeria, Helensburgh Driving Range and our parent club, Tradies.

We ink-slingers rely on tips to provide our copy. If you have an item of interest to impart, be assured your identity will be jealously guarded. Rod Vaughn has provided a snippet that I am considering whether to print or “leaf’ alone. I will get Terry’s version before deciding.

Let us hope that the weather improves before our next outing on Saturday, May 20th. We will meet at Boomerang for a 7am tee-off. This event is the first round of the Club Championships.

Hope to see you there.

Helensburgh Sunday Social Golf Club

Robert ‘Indy’ Jones reports

April showers greeted the HSSGC on April 2. “The Burgh Bowl” event commenced in a playable drizzle, but by the time the leaders reached the long par 7th and 8th, precipitation was on the increase, as were the thoughts of concluding at the turn. Wal Hawkins headed to the car returning with umbrella in hand. Onto the 10th and low and behold, blue skies were welcomed for the back nine.

Despite the front nine experience, Peter Gardner triumphed with 34 points. Indy Jones 32 points pipped Mark Buckley on a count back to secure 2nd place with Rob Carter ruing a lesser back nine to miss the podium places also with a score of 32.

Peter Garner obviously absorbed the moisture and scooped up 4 NTPs with the remaining on-course prizes shared, including B & C graders giving “The Club” a return. The tour continues on May 14th at Campbelltown followed by events on June 11th and July 2nd at Hurstville. Updates to members via text and email, contact Tony on 0418 863 100 for membership information. Please continue to support our sponsors Christian’s Premium Meats and Helensburgh Golf Range and join us to enjoy a game of golf, the outdoors and good company.

Indy signing off: Did you hear about the golfer who played under all day?… from under the trees, under the bushes and under the water.