The last round of the 2011 season for the Ivanhoe Golf Club unfortunately was washed out…
Such a disappointing end to a compelling year of club golf. With both the club, and seniors(especially) titles placings in hot contention, all were eagerly anticipating a dramatic climax. ANyways, we have our winners.
Congratulations to the Pres, Andrew Petricola whose 73 championship points proved just that 4 better than second place Stefan Belevski. Both these golfers have had stellar seasons, and are deserved recipients of all due accolades. The real interest in the completion of this round was in third place, with seven members able to make it their own. All contenders were present, and playing well. Some very well. Damian Lee was having the round of his life(2 under through 12!) before the skies brought us all inside. With no change in Championship Table MO Sabih stands in place for more silverware. Great year gentleman, will give the rest of us targets for the upcoming season.
Heading into the last round, the seniors title places were contended by 5 members. With no change possible, the table remains. Great work to both our first Seniors Championship winners Targe Mifsud, and Mike Mann. Mo Sabih takes second, Oliver Gross for third. This comp was great watching this year, and am certain that all members have welcomed the introduction of this Championship.(more trophies for the short and straight!)
The Calcutta, Xmas Cup, Vin O’Meara has been auctioned, and fingers crossed we will be able to play consecutive weeks. An impressive figure was bet over/during a BBQ beautifully prepared by the girls in the clubhouse. The money is to be split 60% 30% 10%, considering almost $2300 is to be collected by start of play Saturday morning, first prize becomes a very plesent early christmas gift.
A reminder to all perpetual trophy holders to please return these precious items, as the engravers are becoming anse.
The last competitive round of 2011, for those who qualified is the Stuart Clarke Champion of Champions played on the 17th December. For the rest of us, an Ambrose round will be played, which is anticipated to be alot more fun.