Chris and Liz take Sam Ackerman Trophy

After two glorious weeks of fabulous weather, Friday morning the rain came in, and those that had signed up for the famous Sam Ackerman draw were anxiously watching the weather forecast. But Sam was up there watching over us, and by 2 o'clock the sun came out and the lovely weather returned. Sadly, only 14 pairs signed up this year, but we had a number of first-timers who said they really enjoyed the format, so hopefully we will see them sign up again. There was some good scoring and many stories of 'might have beens'! Sadly, one gentleman was unable to play, but the news came too late for a replacement, so many thanks to Laura McQueen for going out and marking the card of her playing partners. Only one two was recorded and that was by Liz Storey and Chris Hughes on the 17th. Ladies' captain Marion Clarke said it was a super putt. Only two bag draws were given and they won back their entry fee. They were Marion and Matt Goldwait, and Gill John and John Gilman. Just missing out on the prizes this year on countback were Trevayne Keohane and Mick Seal. Third prize went to Annette Flower and Jim Moffatt on 35 points. Runners-up were Sarah Waring and Rhys Davies on 36 points. But the winners for 2014 were Liz Storey and Chris Hughes with 37 points. Liz said she had played in this competition many times, but was delighted to win, and thanked Chris for 'carrying' her. Chris told us that he remembered Sam when he was a junior at the club in the '70s. He said he wasn't a particularly good golfer, but he was a true character. When he died, his ashes were scattered on the course, and a gust of wind blew them out of bounds, which apparently was where his shots usually went! Stories of Sam Ackerman have been around the club for years, and he sounds to have been quite a character. Originally a Londoner, he used to own the General Stores in Broadmoor, and he loved this format of golf. The next Friday Friendly Foursomes will be on August 8 and it is hoped that there can be a good entry for that. The Usher Cup is on Sunday, July 13, and is already on the computer. Let us know if you are looking for a partner and we will do our best to help. Finally, those who expressed an interest in playing in the Friendly Mixed against St. Pierre at Tenby, on July 27, please tick against your name on the board; also, if your name is not down and you'd like to be a reserve if needed, please add your names to the bottom of the list.

Gents Monthly Medal

A total of 63 players entered the Gents Monthly Medal last Saturday, with leading scores and prize winners being as follows: Division One: 1. Allan Morton 78-12-66 (medal plus £42.50); 2. Andrew Cope 76-7-69 (£30); 3. Nick Thomas 75-5-70 (£13). Division Two: Owen James 92-23-69 (medal plus £42.50); 2. Barrie Frayne 89-17-72 (£30); 3. Ross James 93-19-74 (£13). Twos: Tim Edwards, Robert Howse, Allan Morton, Neil R. Thomas, Nick Thomas, Peter Rossi, Darren Thomas, Ben Childs, John Stevenson (on the 13th hole), Philip Goodridge, Rees Simon Davies (£5.50 each). Bag draw: Darren Thomas, Dave Morris, Terry Martin, John Stevenson, John Boulter (£12 each). Pro Shop draw: Rob Hall, Rees Davies (£31 shop voucher each). Handicap changes: Andrew Cope 7 to 6; Brian Diment 20 to 21; Mark Griffiths 12 to 13; Chris Hughes 6 to 5; Owen James 23 to 21; Dave Morris 1 to 2; Allan Morton 12 to 10; Mervyn Tucker 12 to 13; Jerry Whitehouse 14 to 15).

Mid-Week Stablefords

Last Wednesday was Mid-Week Stableford day at Tenby Golf Club, with competitions off both the white and yellow boxes. Fifteen players entered the white box category and leading scores and prize winners were: 1. Michael Schooling 35 pts (£20.50); 2. John Gilman 35 (£12); 3. Dave Morris 32 (£7); 4. Huw Roberts 29 (£3.50). Twos: Chris Beecher, Chris Thompson, Richard Morton (£5 each). Only six players entered the yellow box section, the leading scores being: 1. Michael Fox 37 (£10); 2. Robert Wiseman 28 (£5); 3. Robert Lusher 28 (£3). Twos: None recorded - rollover to next yellow box stableford. Bag draw: Craig Thomas and Neil Webb (£10 credit each). Pro Shop draw: Richard Reed (Titleist hat). Handicap changes: Huw Roberts 12 to 13; Michael Fox 27 top 26.