Sunday morning dawned again and the Tenby Rabbits turned out for yet another winter league match.

This week, one of the boys had a unique distraction from playing bad golf. He is no stranger to this column, though, as his adventures in a buggy are simply legendary.

Indeed, on Sunday, he was at it again, only this time it was his co-driver Mike Hale who let him down and, in true rallying tradition, they had to call on some spectators to give 'em a push! OK, it was their opponents for the day who helped them out of their predicament.

On the subject of Mike Hale, does anyone know if he has suffered a blow to the head recently? Why? Well news reaches me that he and Dorian were having such a laugh that they were likened to the Chuckle Brothers, me to you.

But on to Dorian's unique idea. Well it's simple. When all is not well with the golf, keep an eye out for a passing pheasant and set off after it. Easy, he assures us - pity then he didn't catch one. Keep it up though Dorian - more hope here of a bird than in a Turkey Trot, eh.

Another unique distraction came from our snapper John Hunt, and again it was quite simple - aim your electric trolley towards your opponent, whack the speed up to full and set it off. A good attempt he had at Jerry Whitehouse, but he missed, although he did get Jerry's trolley. So not bad, not sure on the points though.

Meanwhile, for those who have a manual trolley, give it a good shove, and if you carry, maybe a good throw!

Chris Smith was seen having a little light practice with his clubs on the 11th. Don't know why, though, for even if he had had a banjo in his hand on Sunday, he wouldn't have been able to hit a barn door with it.

Mind you, Chris witnessed one of the Rabbits' big drivers topping a drive off the 11th tee. With one almighty swing, Simon Evans managed to knock it all of two yards. Now even he, Chris, could beat that, and he did - three yards! Great!

But even that was a major improvement on one of Mike Munro's efforts, as he managed a drive of minus two yards on the 13th! Nice one Mike.

And here it must me said that in true Rabbits style, during the match between Mike, his partner and their opponents, they waited like gentlemen on the third fairway for the green to clear. Despite being heckled from behind by Jerry Whitehouse with shouts of "in your own time", knowing they could easily reach, they stood firm and then, after some time and some arm waving, the green was clear.

True Rabbits golf was then witnessed as Fred Adlam took aim, opened his shoulders... and whacked it along the ground.

Not to be outdone, it was Dafydd Evans to go next and with one mighty swing with his driver - he is good off the fairways with this club - he followed, yep, along the ground. Keeping it below the wind, eh boys!

Finally, bell ringing practice continues, with our steward trying his arm this week, and with one good tug it came off in his hand - amateur. Where's Juan Cruz when you need him?

Results: Dave Morgan and Juan Cruz bt Gerald Hewitt and John Murphy 5 and 4; Mark Edwards and Mick Gillet bt Mike Hale and Dorian Thomas 2 and 1; Chris Davies and Steve Watkins by Fred Adlam and Mike Munro 5 and 3; Dafydd Evans and Paul Davies bt Simon Evans and Mackie Harts 1 up; John Hunt and Terry Davies bt Jerry Whitehouse and Chris Smith 4 and 2.

Soleil - soleil

There may have been a chill in the early morning air, but the great golden orb was in the sky all day, smiling down on the 44 senior golfers while they enjoyed a day on the links.

Such was the level of expectancy that most arrived early and, as the tee was free, a couple of groups made an early start. However, as the nights draw in, so the time spent on the course seems to lengthen. The number of enthusiastic members means that the golfing day lasts until almost four-o-clock and this has to be explained to the wives at home.

Three members, Ken Gouldsbrough, Brian Morgan and JDR Williams found it so long that they escaped after 14 and enjoyed the freedom of the 18th unhindered.

Seniors captain, Brian Waters was buzzing around the clubhouse ensuring everyone was happy. He occasionally had to adjust his plus fours, or were they plus twos, as one leg or the other slipped below his calf.

The early scores did not reflect the state of the course. Twenty-five or 29 did not do justice to the quick smooth greens and verdant fairways. It would seem that there was more admiration for the state of the course and the weather which detracted from the performance.

Only three players ended up with 30 or more, while 10 players managed less than 20. One of those, destined to be this week's strong man, was strangely pleased with his birdie on the 10th. Ray Ford hit a pheasant which, I am pleased to report, regained his composure and scurried off. Clifton John was pleased since it elevated him to one off the bottom.

Richard Davies could be seen exploring the rough well left of the trees on the 15th. He managed to find his ball, which was more than could be said for Clifton and Doug Havard. Having both put their drives onto the railway line, they both failed to find their second ball in the rough beyond the hedge!

Owen Monaghan, off to Singapore on Wednesday, was anxious that he didn't run out of cigarettes. Every time he loses a ball or blobs on a hole, he lights up. Need I say more! Like his playing partner, Dudley Williams, he blobbed six holes, but made up for it with a couple of pars. Dudley scored four consecutive pars out of six to help his cause.

Two leaders in last Saturday's Turkey Trot competition, Paul Nixon (74) and Meurig Jones (75), found the strain a bit too much this week, ending up with 28 and 25.

When asked if he had a good day, Martin Neilan replied "No - a complete waste of time - I couldn't improve my eclectic score!" There were members who did, however, and the suspense heightens as the first half of the winter programme nears completion.

Brian Morgan and Mike Fox were gently cajoling all members to support the cause and raised £46 for charity. This week's prize winners were John Hall, Peter Woodhouse and Dave Morgan.

There were three 2s this week. Derek Bath (6th) was again in the money and he was joined by Des Stone (17th) and Jim Taylor.

The three players scoring more than 30 and taking this week's honours were Des Stone (34 pts) back nine, Bob Howse (34) and Alan Yates (30).

There will be another chance to improve eclectic scores in next week's Stableford competition. Members are reminded that the evening Christmas Dinner will be held at the club on December 12. Make sure that you have added your name to the list.

TurkeyTrot

A total of 77 competitors took to the course for last Saturday's Turkey Trot.

Conditions were far from ideal, with drizzle falling for much of the time.

Not that Martin Morris and Paul Nixon minded too much, as they made sure of their Christmas dinner by taking the top honours in their respective divisions.

Leading scores and prize winners were as follows:

Division One (25 competitors): Martin Morris 76-6-70 (turkey); Brian Cramb 74-1-73 (£20); Steven Keating 84-10-74, last nine (£15); Michael Schooling 79-5-74; Neil Roach 81-7-74; James Moffatt 80-6-74.

Division Two (52 competitors): Paul Nixon 91-17-74, last nine (turkey); Michael Gillet 101-27-74 (£20); Phillip Keating 88-13-75, last nine (£15); Idwal David 88-13-75; Meurig Jones 96-21-75.

Twos: Austin Davies, Richard Davies, Barrie Frayne, James Moffatt, Roger Schooling, Steve Sheldon, Robert Willcox (£10.70 each).

Bag draw: J. Moffatt, A. Stroud, D. Blackmore, M. Williams (£18.50 each).

Handicap changes: David Cope 8 to 9; Michael Gillet 27 to 26; Stan Hudson 10 to 11; Roger Scholfield 14 to 15; Chris Thompson 1 to 2.

Captain

is top Chicken

Readers may recall that we predicted last week that that man Richard Morgan would not be in the frame for a Chicken Trotters prize this week.

And guess what, we were right. No sign of him on the leaderboard this time, much to the relief of fellow Trotters.

Instead, his place on the top perch was taken by none other than club captain, Idwal David, who romped home with an impressive total of 28 points.

Following him into the hutch was another member of the club committee and regular playing partner, David Henry, who was just one point adrift.

At the other end of the scale, Owen Monaghan, suffering in the sin bin, claimed the booby prize with 14 points, while David Lamb was another in the money after bagging the only two of the day on the sixth.

"It turned out to be a good day after a bad start," remarked Chief Chicken Morran Boot. "Thirteen people played and par for the day was 22."

Results: 1. Idwal David 28 pts (£1.50); 2. David Henry 27 (£1). Twos - David Lamb. Booby - Owen Monaghan (30p entry fee returned).

Finally, Chicken Trotters are once again reminded that the annual Christmas lunch will be on Friday, December 19.