XMAS FUN!

Well done to everyone for braving the wind and rain yesterday and playing in the 9 hole Fun Competition.  Perhaps it wasn't quite as much fun as it would have been if the weather hadn't let us down a bit!  The Xmas Golf ball proved a bit of a challenge - not for everyone though, once they lost it, all part of the fun of the day.  It was fantastic to have so many people playing and then even more joining in at lunch time, all dressed for the occasion - 47 is amazing.
The winning team with a score of 41points over 9 holes consisted of Lilias Snodgrass, Anne Nicoll and Gillian Donaghy and the runners up were Karen Binning, Dorothy Simpson and Jennifer Cairns with 38 points. Congratulations to all.  The prize for the best Xmas outfit went to Helen Crichton who came as a wrapped Xmas present complete with gift label!

XMAS 9 HOLE STABLEFORD

Owing to such popular demand I am now on my 4th version of the draw!!
Sorry for all the changes but it is unavoidable - this is the FINAL change and no doubt it'll now pour on Wednesday after all this lovely weather.
We are having a 3 Tee start but still playing 1-3 and 13-18.  Please remember to collect your card with instructions and a special Golf Ball from the locker room before starting.

1st Tee
10.00am      Pamela MacKenzie      Moira Wilson            Carol Reid
10.06am      Mary Craig                   Eileen Walker           Mary Hardie  
10.12am      Anne Robinson             June Giles                  Pat Pennel 
10.18am      Vivien Howe                Rosemary Ogilvie     Alison Robertson

13th Tee  
10.00am      Anne Judge                  Jane Dickie                Jean Irvine
10.06am      Sheila Biggart              Joy McLeod               Vicky Rennie
10.12am      Fiona Roger                 Mary Irving                Morven McLeod
10.18am      Karen Binning             Dorothy Simpson       Jennifer Cairns

16th Tee
10.00am      Jan Macnab                 Carol Fell                   Rosemary Reedie
10.06am      Evy MacGregor          Karin MacKenzie       Jean Murray
10.12am      Lilias Snodgrass         Gillian Donaghy         Anne Nicoll
10.18am      Marion Munro            Marion Reid               Helen Crichton

All other arrangements remain as before.

CHRISTMAS 9 HOLE STABLEFORD

The Christmas 9 Hole Stableford and Lunch is on Wednesday 7th December.
The golf is over holes 1-3 and 13-18 and the draw and times are below.

10.00        Pamela MacKenzie          Moira Wilson              Carol Reid
10.06        Mary Craig                       Eileen Wilson              Mary Hardie
10.12        Ann Robinson                  June Giles                    Pat Pennel
10.18        Vivien Howe                    Rosemary  Ogilvie      Alison Robertson
10.24        Evy MacGregor               Karin MacKenzie        Jean Murray
10.30        Lilias Snodgrass              Gillian Donaghy          Anne Nicoll
10.36        Marion Munro                 Marion Reid                Helen Crichton
10.42        Anne Judge                      Jane Dickie                 Jean Irvine
10.48        Sheila Biggart                  Joy McLeod                Vicky Rennie
10.54        Fiona Roger                     Mary Irvine                 Morven McLeod
11.00        Karen Binning                 Dorothy Simpson        Jennifer Cairns
Reserve: - Jan Macnab

Lunch will be served at about 12.45pm.  There is a prize for the best outfit so get the thinking caps on!!  If we are unlucky with the weather and are unable to golf, there will be a short quiz before lunch so please come at 12.00pm and join up with the rest of your golf team.  In the event of golf being cancelled I will try to Blog the information by 9.30am on the day.

Non Golfers Quiz Teams

Moyra Gordon             Cynthia Keanie             Chris Minto
Sheila Sangster            Dorothy Sangster          Margaret Parrot
Elizabeth Bowie          Maureen Cook              Kay Martin       Meg MacDonald

Linda MacDougall will join up with Sheila Biggart and Vicky Rennie.

Please can you tick your name and if unable to get to the club you can contact me on:-
01505 703157,  07712587850 or crinan.mcl@gmail.com
Looking forward to seeing you all there.    

                                                            A reminder of last year!!
     Joy.

Wednesday 16th golf!

Morning anyone out there!  A few will  be meeting at the club for lunch today - but golf will be on for anyone who wants to brave it!  The fire was lit last Wednesday and we had a lovely, cosy lunch.  Join us!
Joy

Past Ranfurly Castle's Iona Stephen - What is she up to now

XMAS FUN COMPETITION AND LUNCH

With the snow today you would be forgiven if you thought that Christmas was nearer than it actually is!  Don't panic just yet.  
The Xmas 9hole Fun Competition and Lunch is on Wednesday 7th December and the list for names is now up in the locker room.   Golf - weather permitting - will be 10.00am followed by lunch at 12.45pm.  If you do not want to golf, but would like to come for lunch, please indicate this on the list.  The cost is £7.00 and includes a choice of 2 soups and a roll, with the choice of several fillings, mince pie, tea/coffee.   Choices will be made on the day.  Xmas dress is expected and there will be a prize for the best dressed.  If you will not be able to get to the club but would like to add your name, just contact  myself
and I will do it for you.
A reminder that the Children's Xmas Party is on Saturday 3rd December and names are now being taken at the Bar for this event.
Finally, the fire was lit today at the club and several ladies enjoyed lunch round the fire!!
Joy

West Vets winners at the 2016 AGM at Cowglen Golf Club

Jean, Fiona and Anne - West Vet Winners

The West Vets AGM and prize giving took place today at Cowglen Golf Club.

Ranfurly Castle's Jean Irvine, Fiona Roger and Anne Judge  were amongst the prizewinners

Jean won the Supervets Trophy and was over all winner of the Spring Meeting
Anne was the overall winner of the Summer meeting
Fiona was the Super Vets winner at the Autumn Meeting


To read more go to the West Vets Website

GREENLEES TEAM OUTING TO DUNDONALD LINKS

Some of the Greenlees Team players

The Greenlees Team had their end of season outing to Dundonald Links Championship Course on Thursday 27th October -- (Venue for the 2017 Scottish Open and Ladies Scottish Open)  

Thanks go to team captain Sarah Eckford for arranging the day.

LADIES ANNUAL DINNER 2016

43 Ladies attended the Annual Dinner at the club last night and, judging by the noise during the evening, a good time was had by all!  The room looked very nice with red napkins on the tables along with attractive little flower posies and the presentation and flavour of the dinner was first class.
The medal prizes were presented at the end of the evening along with prizes for the Fun Competitions held during the season. 
A special presentation was made to Carol Fell recognising her hole in one at the 5th hole.  This is Carol's 7th hole in one - a bit greedy some might say - but very well done.
On checking the following photos, I notice that Lilias decided the wine was too good to leave any behind!!

Ranfurly Castle collect the Greenlees Runners Up Trophy

Marion, Carol, Sarah and Anne

The Greenlees Trophy presentation and lunch was held at Cathkin Braes today.
Ranfurly Castle were runners up with Milngavie the winners. Team captain Sarah Eckford was presented with the trophy.
 -- to read the full report  go to the Kirkwood Golf Website

Ladies Final Swing Wednesday 12th October

24 Ladies went out in dry conditions for our last competition of the season

Winner            Gillian Donaghy with 29 pts
Runner up        Jan Macnab with 25 pts  BIH

WINTER KNOCKOUT DRAW

The draw has been done for the 2016/17 Winter 12-hole Knockout. The first round ties, to be played by Sunday 13 November 2016, are as follows:

Lilias Snodgrass v Helen Abram
Helen Crichton v Sheila Biggart
Vicky Rennie v Mary Hardie
Joy McLeod v Jan Macnab
Jean Murray v Jean Irvine
Alison Templeton v Chris Minto
Marion Munro v Eileen Walker

Jane Dickie has a bye into Round 2.

Please put your entry fee of £1 in the box before playing.

OCTOBER MEDAL

10 ladies played on a beautiful autumn day, Wednesday 5 October 2016.
SSS 73 CSS 75

Silver Winner: Mary Craig (13) 75
Silver Runner-Up: Jan Macnab (13) 77

Bronze winner: Joy McLeod (25) 84 (bih)
Bronze Runner-Up: Vicky Rennie (28) 84

Best Scratch: Mary Craig 88

ANNUAL DINNER

The Ladies Annual Dinner is on 26th October and the list is up in the locker room for you to sign.
The cost of the 3 course  menu is £20.00 and the total cost will be £22.00, which includes a gratuity  for the Caterers and raffle ticket for Locker room funds.  I have, today, added a list for menu choice so can I ask you to indicate what you would like from the menu and make payment as soon as possible.
Cheques should be made payable to RCGC Ladies Section and placed in the tin box.
If you are unable to get to the club to make your meal choice feel free to email it to crinan.mcl@gmail.com and I will fill it in for you.  The menu is as follows:-

        Smoked Salmon Assiette with Beetroot & Dill Crème Fraiche
                    Silky Smooth Chicken Liver Pate Bruschetta

                                             Beef Stroganoff
        Fillet of Beef strips and mushrooms in a paprika cream sauce
       flambéed with brandy & served with a tello of rice & vegetables

                                             Seabass & Prawns
       Pan seared seabass fillet served with a zesty prawn and chive butter
                         served with potato fondant and vegetables

                   Scottish Cranachan, Raspberry and Shortbread Tower

             Glazed Apple Tarte Tatin with Toffee and Vanilla Ice Cream

                         Tea or Coffee served with HomemadeTablet

COMMITTEE GOLF OUTING

On 27th September the Ladies Committee visited Alloa Golf Club for their outing.  The weather was dry, sunny and VERY windy but everyone enjoyed the challenge.  The course had coped pretty well with the torrential rain which had fallen over the previous 24 hours and the views were spectacular.   Avery warm welcome was received from the Pro and the Catering staff so we were well looked after.

Greenlees team lose to a very strong Milngavie Team and finish Runners Up in the Division

Carol has hole in one at the 5th in Greenlees Match

On Thursday 22nd September The Greenlees Team played against Milngavie in their rearranged match.
Milngavie put out all the stops with 8 of their 9 strong team being single figured handicappers.
Milngavie won 6.5 - 2.5 to take the title with 50.5 points
After a lot of calculations Ranfurly Castle just made it to be runners up against Kilmarnock Barassie who finished with the same number of points (44)  but had one less away win than us.
Relief was felt amongst the team as they had all done their part throughout the season.
Many thanks go to Sarah Eckford (team Captain) for her fantastic organisation of all the matches this year.
The Lunch and award of trophies takes place at Cathkin Braes Golf Club on Tuesday 18th October

 CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL REPORT 

SEPTEMBER MEDAL

Played Wednesday 21 September 2016
12 Entries. SSS 73 CSS 74

Silver Winner: Anne Robinson (9) 78
Silver Runner-Up: Sarah Eckford (9) 83

Bronze Winner: Mary Hardie (21) 72
Bronze Runner-Up: Gillian Donaghy (25) 76

Best Scratch : Anne Robinson 87

WEST VETS AT BLAIRGOWRIE

Carol Fell, Fiona Roger and Anne Judge all played in the Scottish Vets annual event at Blairgowrie on Monday and Tuesday this week. To read more go to the West Vets Website 

9 HOLE COMPETITION

21st September  9 Hole Competition

6 ladies played today.   SSS  71   CSS  71

Winner -   Marion Reid -  17 points  (BIH)
Runner-up  -  Jennifer Cairns  -   17 points

FUN YELLOW BALL STABLEFORD 16TH SEPTEMBER 2016

Seven teams took part in sunshine

The winning team with a score of 71
Pamela MacKenzie    Pat Pennel    Mary Irving

runners up with a score of 63
Mary Craig   Gillian Donaghy   Jean Murray

Prizes to be presented at the dinner 26 October; well done all.

WINTER KNOCKOUT

The 12 hole Winter Knockout entry list is now up in the locker room.  Can I ask you to sign up the next time you are in the club.  If you will not be at the club for a couple of weeks and would like to be included, just send me an email and I will add your name for you.
crinan.mcl@gmail.com
Joy

AUTUMN MEETING FOR MITCHELL TROPHY

23 ladies played today in dry but windy conditions.

SSS 73    CSS 75

Winner  -  Pamela MacKenzie  (17)  73
Runner-up  -  Mary Craig  (13)  75

FUN YELLOW BALL STABLEFORD - FRIDAY 16 SEPTEMBER 2016 - £3 PER PERSON

9.30        Anne Robinson                Jean Irvine               June Giles

9.36        Marion Munro                 Joy McLeod             Chris Minto

9.42        Jan  Macnab                     Helen Abram           Dorothy Simpson

9.48        Mary Craig                      Gillian Donaghy       Jean Murray

9.54        Pamela MacKenzie         Pat Pennel                  Mary Irvine

10.00     Vivien Howe                   Evelyn McDermid       Anne Nichol

10.06      Lilias Snodgrass              Rosemary Ogilvie       Carol Reid


Please Tick/email to acknowledge time  pamjohn2004@hotmail.com

TO RETAIN YOUR HANDICAP

To retain your handicap for next year you require 3 cards from this year.

These can be made up of:
18 or 9 hole competitions
18 or 9 hole supplementary scores
or any combination of these.

Maureen Cook
Handicap Secretary

GREENLEES

The Greenlees team played their match at Cathkin Braes in very blustery conditions yesterday.
Unfortunately they suffered a 5/4 defeat but well done to everyone who played.

SEPTEMBER MEDAL NEW DATE

The cancelled September Medal has now been re scheduled for Wednesday 21st September.
Once again, this will be run on the same day as the 9 Hole competition, as happened in April.
The 9 Hole will now start at 11am from the 4th Tee and slot in behind the medal.  There is no need to change your entry on the notice board unless you decide to play in the Medal but remember the time change.  We just need to hope that the weather is kind to us.

SEPTEMBER MEDAL

Sadly the weather has beaten us once more and the September Medal has been cancelled.  Poor James is struggling with at least a weeks rain overnight.  Keep your eye on the blog for updates.
The draw for the yellow ball will be done soon and teams posted.
Joy

FUN YELLOW BALL FRIDAY 16 SEPTEMBER

Sheet for names in locker room; draw will be done week of the 12th; come and join us it will be fun.
Pamela

PRESTWICK ST NICHOLAS OUTING SUCCESS

24 Ladies enjoyed the day out to Prestwick St Nicholas on Wed 31st August.  Blustery conditions added to the challenge but the Texas scramble format meant that everyone had fun.  We received a very warm welcome from the Ladies at the club and the excellent hospitality was much appreciated.  A wonderful High Tea was provided at the end of a very successful day.
A big thank you goes to Vicky for all her hard work organising the day which ran like clockwork.

The winning team was Karin MacKenzie, Joy McLeod and Karen Binning

The runners up  were Chris Minto, Vivien Howe and Marilynn Muirhead

    Most putts prize was won by the team of Marion Munro, Jane Dickie and Helen Crichton!

Karen Binning and Joy McLeod won the 2 nearest the pin prizes

 Gillian, Linda and Jean

Pat and Marion

Linda and Jan

LESLEY ROBERTSON WINS THE CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

Lesley Robertson - 2016 Ladies Champion

Club Championship Final: Winner Stephen Thomson - Runner-up Paul Davis 
Ladies Club Championship Final: Winner Lesley Robertson -  Runner-up Denise Cowan 
Junior Final: Winner Angus Frood -  Runner-up Jonathan Devine 
Seniors Final: Winner Peter Dickie -  Runner-up James Andrew Ranfurly Quaich 
Gents Singles: Winner John Robertson -  Runner-up Ian Crawford 
Holms Plate Winner: David Stewart 70 (BIH) Runner-up Hunter Paterson 70 
Worplesdon Mixed Foursomes: Winners Jan & Stuart Macnab Runners-up Marion & Stuart Munro

CLICK HERE FOR SOME PHOTOS  - Courtesy of Carol Fell and Jean Irvine

It was a great final -- Par golf by both Denise and Lesley and was enjoyed by all who came along to support 

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS

Finals day is Sunday 28th August.  The Ladies are teeing off at 1pm and it would be lovely to see as many people as possible out to support Denise and Lesley on the day.  Hopefully it will be dry and I look forward to seeing you there.
Joy

AUGUST MEDAL

19 Ladies played in the re scheduled Medal on 24th August.   Weather was pleasantly warm but greens proved pretty  tricky - for some!

SSS   73        CSS   76  (RO)

Scratch Winner   -   Sarah Eckford  84  (BIH)

Silver Winner   -   Anne Judge  72  (12)
Silver Runner up   -  Sarah Eckford  (9)

Bronze Winner   Eleanor Cannon  77  (24)
Bronze Runner up   -  Marilynn Muirhead  79  (27)

(Handicaps shown are Competition H/caps.  Actual H/caps are ONE less)

GOLF OUTING TO PRESTWICK ST NICHOLAS WEDNESDAY 31ST AUGUST 2016

Tee Times

Team 1 - 11.33 - Jan Macnab, Vicky Rennie, Jean Murray
          2 - 11.41 - Pamela MacKenzie, Cynthia Keanie, Alison Robertson
          3 - 11.49 - Marion Munro, Helen Crichton, Jane Dickie
          4 - 11.57 - Jean Irvine, Gillian Donaghy, Linda MacDougall
          5 - 12.05 - Vivien Howe, Marilynn Muirhead, Chris Minto
          6 - 12.13 - Helen Abram, Anne Nicoll, Mary Irving
          7 - 12.21 - Lilias Snodgrass, Pat Pennel, Marion Reid
          8 - 12.29 - Karen Binning, Joy Mc Leod, Karin MacKenzie

Tea/coffee and a hot roll will be available on arrival and High Tea will be served at 5.30pm followed by the prizegiving. 
Please remember to tick your name on the locker room list or text or email Vicky on 07836542661, bertrennie@btinternet.com
Thank you
Vicky

THE DREAM TEAM!

The Greenlees team do it again - a wonderful WIN.  The girls secured a 5-4 victory away against Troon.  The results stand at 5 wins, 1 loss and 2 to play.   Very many congratulations to all and good luck in the final 2 matches.
At present Milngavie have 44 points (1 match to play)  Troon 37.5 (finished) Ranfurly Castle 37.5 (2 matches to play). Unfortunately the match against Milngavie got abandoned last Friday and the match is rearranged for September 22nd.
To see all the results -- CLICK HERE (Division 1)

RE SCHEDULED AUGUST MEDAL

A reminder that the August Medal will now be played on Wed 24th.  Hopefully as many of you as possible will be able to play - the forecast is for SUN!

HALDEN CUP

The big annual match between the Gents and Lady Captains teams took place on Sunday 21st. August.  It was a good contest, keenly fought but, sadly, I have to report that the Ladies were well beaten.  Both teams enjoyed a very tasty lunch and a fair bit of joviality with some interesting joke telling!

August Stableford

Played Wednesday 17th August 2016, 23 entries
SSS 73, CSS 75, Par 74
Silver Winner - Lesley Robertson 40pts (3)
Runner up - Mary Craig 38pts (14)

Bronze Winner - Eleanor Cannon 33pts bih (23)
Runner up - Helen Abram 33pts (21)

LADIES INVITATION DAY

What an amazing day we had today for the Invitation Day. Hot and sunny with very little wind and the course in wonderful condition.  All participants had fun on the course and enjoyed the chat over lunch after the game. 
The winning team with net 65.3 were:-
 Vicky Rennie, Karen Church, Maureen Cook and Anita MacMillan.
 Runners-up with net 68.3 were:-
Nancy MacGadie, Carolyn Anderson, Doreen McConnell and Sandra Bell
Longest Drive for Silver was won by Carol Smith - Haggs Castle
Longest Drive for Bronze was won by Alison Templeton - RCGC.
Congratulations to all prize winners and thank you to Stewart Catering for looking after us so well.
Joy

POOH PUTTER - CAPTAINS TEAM V VICE CAPTAINS TEAM

On the 10 August seven teams; 28 ladies; took part in the above; the Captain's team had a decisive victory; well done all; thank you for participating.
Pamela

The Pooh Putter with Captain Joy and Vice captain Pamela

GREENLEES TEAM

Sadly, the Greenlees team suffered their 1st defeat away to Loudon Gowf today.  The close score line of 5 matches to 4 shows that it was a hard fought game.  Well done to Alison Macnab for a very decisive win in her first appearance for the team.

LADY MEMBERS INVITATION DAY DRAW

The following is the draw for the Fun Texas Scramble on 16th August.   Please acknowledge that you have noted your time by either putting a tick at your name in the locker room or sending me an email - crinan.mcl@gmail.com. 
Payment is now due - £22 per couple - please make cheques payable to RCGC Ladies Section and mark your envelope with your Name and Invitation day then post in the tin in Locker Room.  Thank you.

TIME        TEAM

9.30           Pamela MacKenzie       Christeen Finlayson       Lilias Snodgrass        Anne Deakin
9.40           Pat Pennel                      Julie Will                      Carol Reid                  Pat Ross
9.50           Alison Templeton          Libby Pow                    Morven McLeod        Mary Irving
10.00        Maureen Cook                Anita MacMillan          Vicky Rennie             Karen Church
10.10        Chris Minto                    Eileen Walker               Linda MacDougall      Guest
10.20        Anne Nicoll                    Olive Spicer                  Gill Hamblen             Aileen Murison
10.30        Cynthia Keanie               Sheila Forrest               Fiona Bain                   Kay Black
10.40        Joy McLeod                   Gail Henderson             Trish Brown                Carol Smith
10.50        Nancy MacGadie           Carolyn Anderson         Doreen McConnell     Sandra Bell

Cards  and instructions will be given out on the morning.  Looking forward to seeing you all and hoping for a good day!
Joy

POOH PUTTER GREENSOMES MATCH PLAY - 10 AUGUST 2016

1ST TEE       VICE CAPTAINS TEAM                         CAPTAINS TEAM

9.30                Anne Robinson                                           Marion Munro
                       Jane Dickie                                                 Alison Templeton

9.38                 Evy MacGregor                                         Jan Macnab
                        Jennifer Cairns                                          Eileen Walker

9.46                 Sheila Biggart                                             Nancy MacGadie
                        Cynthia Keanie                                           Jean Murray

9.54                 Alison Macnab                                            Sally Smyth
                        Vicky Rennie                                               Mary Irvine

16TH TEE

9.40                 Mary Craig                                                  Agnes Williamson
                        Morven McLeod                                          Evelyn McDermid

9.48                 Lilias Snodgrass                                           Vivien Howe
                        Carol Reid                                                     Pat Pennel

9.56                 Jean Irvine                                                    Rosemary Ogilvie
                        Anne Nicoll                                                    Helen Abram

Joy McLeod and Pamela MacKenzie


Stroke allowance as per Greensomes Handicap Conversion Table will be marked 
on cards which should be collected from the locker room before play.

PLEASE EMAIL YOU HAVE SEEN YOUR TIME      Pamela 

NEW DATE - AUGUST MEDAL

Please note that the Cancelled Medal on 3rd August has been re scheduled for Wednesday 24th August.  Normal ballot times will be maintained and both Green and Red tees will be part of the competition.

Invitation Day
If you have entered for the invitation day on 16th August can I ask you to make your payment of £22 per couple as soon as possible.  Cheques should be made payable to RCGC Ladies Section.  Please make sure that you put your NAME and INVITATION DAY on the front of the envelope before posting in the tin box in  the locker room.
Thank you.
Joy

AUGUST MEDAL

On the advice of James I have, sadly, taken the decision to cancel the Medal today.  Course is VERY wet and with more rain forecast by 10am he felt it would not be a good idea.  I will look at the diary and reschedule as soon as possible.  Keep your eye on the blog for an update and I will also post it in the Locker room.
Thank you to all you have donated to Alice's leaving gift.  The box will be removed at the weekend so if you would like to donate and are unable to get to the club, just let me know and I will put it in for you. Thanks,  Joy.

LADIES OUTING WEDNESDAY 31ST AUGUST 2016 TO PRESTWICK ST NICHOLAS

Payment for the outing is now due, cost £56 including staff gratuity. If paying by cheque, could you please make your cheque payable to RCGC Ladies Section. Cheques / cash should be put in the tin in the locker room. Any problems, please contact Vicky.
Thank you. 

GREENLEES WIN AGAIN!

The 18th Green at West Kilbride GC 

The Greenlees Team have done it again!  A win against West Kilbride, away this time, with the score standing at 5 games to 4.  Very well done to all.

STABLEFORD COMPETITION

13 ladies played in todays Stableford Competition in beautiful sunshine.

The CSS for the Red course was 74
The CSS for the Green course was 73

Silver Winner with 38 points Lesley Robertson
Silver Runner-up with 36 points Pamela Mackenzie

Bronze Winner  - 32 points (BIH)  Joy McLeod
Bronze Runner-up - 32 points  Mary Irving

ALISON AND DENISE ARE WINNERS IN THE RENFREWSHIRE COUNTY MEDAL AT HAGGS CASTLE

Alison Macnab

Denise Cowan

Many congrats go to Alison Macnab who was the overall winner  at the July County Medal over Haggs Castle yesterday with net 76 and Denise Cowan (Ranfurly Castle) had the best Scratch score of the day  

SSS 73, CSS 76  Reduction Only.

Scratch : Denise Cowan (Ranfurly Castle) 82

Handicap Scratch - 12 Handicap 

1st: Denise Cowan (Ranfurly Castle) 82 (5) 77 bih
2nd:  Carol Fell (Ranfurly Castle) 87 (10) 77 bih
3rd:  Liz Hale (Caldwell) 89 (12) 77


Handicap 13+
1st:  Alison Macnab (Ranfurly Castle) 90 (14) 76
2nd Sandra MacDougall (Greenock) 94 (16) 78 bih
3rd: Fiona Armour (Renfrew) 91 (13) 78

To read the full report go o the RLCGA Website

3rd WIN FOR GREENLEES TEAM

The Greenlees Team have had another convincing win today against Cathcart Castle at home.
7.5 to 1.5 was the margin - very many congratulations to all who played.  3 wins now - keep it up!

LADIES OPEN DAY SUCCESS

A wonderful day was had by all at the Ladies Open Day.  A huge 'Thank You' goes to Marion and her team of Jean Irvine, Alison Robertson, Anne Judge and Sally Smyth for all their hard work and organisation which made the day run like clockwork.  The course was in beautiful condition, despite the heavy rain the day before, and visitors commented on the wonderful views we are lucky enough to enjoy.
The winners were as follows:-

1st    Sheila Biggart                Ranfurly Castle           39 points
         Nicky Stirrup                 Kilmacolm

2nd   Claire  McGinty            Barshaw                      37 points
         Julie Scott                     Barshaw    

3rd    Carol McNally             Williamwood               35 points
         Alyson McGinnigle       Cowglen

4th    Ann McKenzie             Old Ranfurly               32 point (BIH)
         Glennis Rintoul            Old Ranfurly    

Further congratulations go to Sheila and her partner Nicky who also took several of the novelty prizes between them!

POOH PUTTER - WEDNESDAY 10 AUGUST

Captains Team v Vice-Captains Team - Sheet for names to play in above in locker room; list of teams will go up nearer the time.
Pamela

DONATIONS REQUEST

Some of you may be aware that Alyce - waitress - will be leaving soon to become a fully employed member of society, having graduated from University.  Although she will still be around to help out at larger functions, I would like to acknowledge the years where she has given the Ladies such cheerful and helpful service.  I have put a box on  the locker room window ledge with a notice saying 'Donations' and if you would like to contribute, please add your donation to the box.
Thank you.   Joy.

SUMMER MEETING FOR WALKER QUAICH - MARION MUNRO IS THE STAR OF THE DAY !!

Marion - checks her card at the end of her great round -
5 under the CSS  and 1 off her handicap !!

21 Ladies golfed today, 13th July, in very changeable conditions.
SSS  73, CSS   74

Congratulations to Marion Munro - Winner (12)  69
and also to Sheila Biggart  -  Runner-up  (13)  76

JULY MEDAL

23 Ladies played in the July Medal and despite a dry start, everyone was very wet by the time they finished!

Red Course       SSS  73       CSS  73
Green Course    SSS  72       CSS  72

Scratch Winner        Mary Craig      88

Silver Winner          Mary  Craig  (*15)  73
Silver Runner-up    Pamela MacKenzie  (*18)  74

Bronze Winner       Jean Irvine  (*22)  74
Bronze Runner-up  Joy McLeod  (*25)  75

INVITATION DAY

The members Invitation Day is on Tuesday 16th August. 
The format for the day will be a FUN Texas Scramble.  Invite 1 or 3 guests and we will make up teams of 4 or make up your own team.
Entry cost is £22.00 per couple which includes a one course lunch with tea/coffee when you finish play.  There will be a choice of two main courses on the day.
Please add your name to the list in the locker room and a time sheet will be made up the week before.
Looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible on the day.
Joy

Marie Curie Stableford

21 ladies played in today's Marie Curie Stableford
Red SSS 73 CSS 73
Green SSS 72 CSS RO

Winner Gillian Donaghy   (27)  42 stableford points
Runner-up Sarah Eckford   (9) 40 stableford points

COMPETITIONS PLAYED FROM GREEN TEES.

CONGU issued several changes to the Unified Handicapping System in the 2016-2018 Manual.
In light of these, the Committee has decided to introduce the use of Green Tees into more of the competitions.  Starting with this Wednesday - 30th June - all Stableford competitions and all remaining Medals can be played from either the Red or the Green Tees.
This means that players will have a COMPETITION Hcap when both tees are used as opposed to their PLAYING Hcap.
The SSS for the Red course is 73 and for the Green course is 72 therefore in a Medal, those playing from the Red Tees will have a COMPETITION Hcap one higher than their PLAYING Hcap.
EG:- A PLAYING Hcap of 16 means a COMPETITION Hcap of 17.
In a Stableford competition this means that those playing from the Red Tees will be allowed one extra stroke.  If the PLAYING Hcap is 16, the extra stroke should be taken at Stroke index 17 on the card.
The computer works this out when the scores are put in and the Handicap is adjusted as your PLAYING Hcap accordingly.
This will only be for non silverware competitions except The Vets, The Grans and The Gillies Trophies.
Please refer to  pages 88 and 89 in the CONGU Manual for further information.
Joy

BRONZE BALLOTS

The number of high Bronze category ladies playing in the morning ballots has dropped considerably in recent times.
In the hope of being more inclusive and trying to speed up play for us all, the Committee has decided that from now on there will no longer be two Bronze ballot times. 
The bronze ballot time for ALL players will now be 9.30am.
If you are planning to play on a Wednesday morning, please arrive well before 9.30am to allow the ballot to take place in good time.
Happy  Golfing!
Joy

DAILY MAIL FOURSOMES

The Qualifying Competition for the Daily Mail Foursomes, to be played on Friday 1st July, has
unfortunately had to be cancelled  due to lack of entries.  As a result of this, the Club representatives in this competition next year, will be the winners of the Summer Foursomes, as in previous years.

2nd CONVINCING WIN FOR GREELEES TEAM

Congratulations to the Greenlees Team.  The Ladies had another 8-1 win at home today beating Ayr Bellisle.  The conditions were very windy with not too much rain!
Well done to everyone.

DENISE COWAN PLAYS IN RENFREWSHIRE COUNTY TEAM

Denise with caddie Maureen Cook

Many congrats go to Denise Cowan who played in last weeks Inter county matches at Douglas Park Golf Club. Renfrewshire just lost out to D&A on a count back. To read all about it go to the Renfrewshire Ladies Golf Association website for results and Photographs -- CLICK HERE

PAST LADY CAPTAINS DAY SUCCESS.

Friday 24th June saw 17 Past Captains making up 5 teams to play an 18 hole stableford competition.
The course was in very good condition and the weather was pretty kind.
The winning team with 49 points consisted of Sheila Biggart, Mary Craig and Eileen Walker.
Runners up with 48 points were Anne Judge, Rosemary Ogilvie, Vicky Rennie.
After the golf, a further 10 Past Captains joined the golfers for a lovely lunch and a lot of chat.
We were delighted to see Isobel MacCallum who has just celebrated her 94th birthday.

Jennifer and Isobel

Winners - Eileen, Mary and Sheila

WEST RENFREWSHIRE LEAGUE TEAM RETAIN DIVISION 1 TROPHY

Congratulations to the West Renfrewshire League Team of Denise, Jan, Maureen, Vivien, Mary H and Eleanor who tonight managed to defeat their former nemesis, Renfrew, 4-2 at home.

With 2 wins and 1 draw this season, this means that Ranfurly Castle will retain the Division 1 Trophy this year, although formal confirmtion will not be made until September. Well played girls, and all the others who played in the previous games.

PAST LADY CAPTAIN'S DRAW SHEET.

FRIDAY 24TH JUNE 2016

 TEAM STABLEFORD

Please collect cards prior to play from Joy in the locker room.

Lunch will cost £15.00 and payment will be collected on the day.

1st Tee

9.00           Eileen Walker, Sheila Biggart, Mary Craig

9.08           Helen Crichton, Sally Smyth, Jean Irvine

9.16           Vicky Rennie, Anne Judge, Rosemary Ogilvie

9.24           Rosemary Reedie, Marion Munro, Alison Robertson, Fiona Roger

9.32          Pat Pennel, Heather Davidson, Lilias Snodgrass, Pamela MacKenzie.

Please either tick your name in the locker room or text Joy on 07712587850 or email @

crinan.mcl@gmail.com.

Have a good days golf.

SUMMER GREENSOME STABLEFORD

14 teams played today - 21st June - with the course in lovely condition and windy but dry conditions.
The winners with a score of 37 points were Sheila Biggart and Jean Murray.
Runners up with a score of 35 points were Mary Hardie and Gillian Donaghy.

Can I remind everyone that the Stableford competition next Wednesday, 29th June, is the
re scheduled Marie Curie Shield.   I hope as many as possible will be able to play.

MORE PHOTOS!

Sorry this collage got forgotten after Queens Birthday Scramble and a few keen putters as well!

WERE YOU A WEST GIRL -- THEN WHY NOT CELEBRATE THEIR 60TH ANNIVERSARY

West Girls’ 60^th Anniversary Greensomes at West Kilbride on 4^th August

Uptake so far for the above event is a bit disappointing and Committee are concerned there won’t be sufficient entries to run the competition.

Maybe you’re planning to come but just haven’t yet sent in your entry?   Can we encourage you to pop it in the post now, preferably by the end of June as this will help the organising committee.   

A great day is planned with amazing prizes, fantastic raffle, good food and time to catch up with friends.  

More details on the entry form which can be DOWNLOADED HERE  or from the  West Girls Website ........or 'phone 01505 683401,  or  e-mail june_kerr69@hotmail.com

CLICK PUBLICITY ADVERT ABOVE TO ENLARGE

Calling all “old” and “current” West Girls to

The  60^th Anniversary Greensomes at West Kilbride Golf Club

on Thursday, 4^th August 2016

CLICK HERE FOR YOUR ENTRY FORM

UNFORTUNATELY THE EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF SUPPORT -- CLASH OF EVENTS ETC.

LADIES GOLF OUTING WEDNESDAY 31ST AUGUST 2016 AT PRESTWICK ST NICHOLAS

Details of our 2016 outing can be found on the noticeboard in the locker room. Please add your name to the list if you wish to go (the high tea menu looks very good!). Any problems, contact Vicky.

SUMMER GREENSOMES DRAW

The draw has been done for the Summer Greensomes Stableford on Tuesday 21 June 2016.
£1 entry per person. Handicap Allowance per Greensomes Tables.

9.15 Rosemary Ogilvie & Chris Minto / Sheila Biggart & Jean Murray
9.25 Mary Craig & Joy McLeod / Nancy MacGadie & Carol Reid
9.35 Sally Smyth & Margaret Parrott / Helen Abram & Marilynn Muirhead
9.45 Pamela MacKenzie & Morven McLeod / Pat Pennel & Alison Templeton
9.55 Anne Judge & Vicky Rennie / Karen Binning & Cynthia Keanie
10.05 Rosemary Reedie & Jane Dickie / Marion Munro & Jennifer Cairns
10.15 Vivien Howe & Dorothy Simpson / Mary Hardie & Gillian Donaghy

VETS AND GILLIES TROPHY

21 Ladies played on 15th June, conditions slightly damp but course playing well.
Only 2 did not reach qualifying age for the Gillies!!

RED  SSS - 73  CSS - 72
GREEN  SSS - 72  CSS - 71

Winner of Gillies Trophy  - Pat Pennel  38 points
Winner of Vets Trophy  -  Joy McLeod  40 Points

ROYAL SCRAMBLE

What a wonderful day we all had today - 14th June 2016 - celebrating the Queens 90th birthday.
36 ladies enjoyed playing in the Fun Texas Scramble in good weather with the course in great condition. 
Red, White and Blue were to the fore and crowns and tiaras were sparkling.  Lilias had thought out one or two interesting new techniques for us to try, all adding to the fun on the day!
The Royal Lounge was bedecked with Union Jacks and the menu had taken on a Royal flavour - everyone getting into the spirit of the day.
The winning team for golf were: Maureen Cook, Vicky Rennie and Rosemary Reedie.
Second Team were Anne Judge, Carol Reid and Cynthia Keanie
Third Team were Jan Macnab, Rosemary Ogilvie and Alison Templeton.
The winners of the putting competition were Anne Robinson, Joy McLeod and Kay Martin
Second were Sheila Biggart, Pat Pennel and Eileen Walker.
Congratulations and thank you to everyone for making it such a good day.
Joy

ROYAL SCRAMBLE DRAW AND UPDATE

We are looking forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday - Crowns and Tiaras well polished.
Could I suggest that those starting at the 13th, 14th, 15th, and 16th arrange a bit of car sharing as parking will be tight.
I am hoping those of you starting at the 17th and 18th will be ok to just walk!
Keep your fingers crossed that the weather goes back to being DRY and here's to a good day for all.
Joy

Royal Scramble  - Tuesday 14th June 2016

The teams and times below are an update from those shown in the locker room on Wed 8th June.
Please ensure you have noted both your start time and tee position and can I ask team Captains to check all team members are aware.
All cards and instructions for the day should  be collected from the locker room prior to play.

1st Tee       9.15am     Anne Robinson                 Joy McLeod                     Kay Martin
                   9.22am     Sheila Biggart                   Pat Pennel                        Eileen Walker

13th Tee    9.43am      Anne Judge                       Carol Reid                       Cynthia Keanie
                  9.50am      Nancy MacGadie              Lilias Snodgrass              Jane Dickie

14th Tee    9.36am      Jan Macnab                       Rosemary Ogilvie           Alison Templeton
                  9.43am      Marion Munro                   Anne Nicoll                    June Giles

15th Tee    9.36am     Fiona Roger                       Margaret Parrott              Alison Robertson
              
16th Tee    9.29am     Maureen Cook                   Rosemary Reedie            Vicky Rennie
                  9.36am     Evy MacGregor                 Jean Irvine                       Helen Crichton

17th Tee    9.22am     Mary Craig                        Sally Smyth                Marilynn Muirhead
                  9.29am     Pamela MacKenzie           Vivien Howe                    Jean Murray

18th Tee   9.22am     Elizabeth Bowie                 Beth Cullen                     Dorothy Bremner

Have FUN.