SCOTTISH GOLF CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS, VIDEO & FEEDBACK

From the Scottish Golf Website

Dear Golfer  
Thank you for attending The Future of Golf Conference in Edinburgh earlier this month. 
We hope you enjoyed the presentations, discussions and the opportunity to take part in the debate around finding solutions to the challenges we face in our game. It was great to meet so many people with a passion for the game across the golfing spectrum and gain opinion, insights and feedback which will shape our future direction. 
Our Board and staff team have been working hard to collate the content from the Conference and this e-newsletter pack provides a recap for you, which we hope you will share with your fellow golfers. 
Over the coming weeks, the Board of Scottish Golf will be meeting to discuss how we use these insights to deliver our strategy of growing participation in golf and building stronger clubs. The feedback we have had has been hugely positive and we look forward to harnessing the collective power of clubs and golfers to create a brighter future for our game. 
Thank you for your continued support. 

 Eleanor Cannon, Executive Chair - Scottish Golf 

Scottish Golf have themed all the general comments, suggestions and feedback from delegates attending the Conference to give you a full overview of the opinions coming in on the day, which they will take on board in their discussions.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE

ANNE NICHOLL

Anne has just had a hip replacement and we wish her well in her recovery.
Pamela

The Future of Golf in Scotland Conference 2017 -- Highlights

CHRISTMAS LUNCH FUN

44 ladies gathered on Wednesday 6th December to enjoy the Christmas lunch and take part in a fun quiz.  It was a pity that we were not able to play golf but the quiz entertained the teams for a while - perhaps 'entertained' is not the correct word but that was the objective!  Everyone had made the effort to come in Xmas attire and it was amazing that there were no duplicates with the Xmas jumpers.  Certain people made a big effort to try something original - Anne Judge a fairy, Marissa Barr an elf as well as Helen Abram so well done to them.  Stewart catering picked Anne as the winner.
The winning Quiz team were Alison Templeton, Mary Craig and Moira Wilson.

CANCELLED 9 HOLE STABLEFORD 06 DECEMBER 2017

Short quiz before lunch come at 12pm and join up with the rest of your quiz team in the mixed lounge.  Lunch will be served 12.45.

Anne Judge    June Giles   Gillian Donaghy   Nancy MacGadie

Vivien Howe  Jean Murray   Jean Irvine   Alison Robertson

Lilias Snodgrass   Marjorie Mitchell  Helen Abram   Kay Martin

Evy MacGregor  Vicky Rennie  Mary Irving   Moyra Gordon

Jan Macnab   Jane Dickie  Karen Binning  Helen Crichton

Sheila Biggart  Marissa Barr   Margaret Parrott  Marion Reid

Marion Munro  Eileen Walker   Karin MacKenzie  Jennifer Cairns

Anne Robinson  Dorothy Simpson  Fiona Roger  Cynthia Keanie

Mary Craig  Alison Templeton  Moira Wilson  Sheila Sangster

Maureen Cook  Linda McDougall  Morag Cunningham  Rosemary Reedie

Pamela MacKenzie  Joy McLeod  Meg McDonald  Pamela Wilson

Any problems pamjohn2004@hotmail.com   Remember prize for the best outfit.

Greenlees fixtures for 2018

Monday 14th May Milngavie at Home 
Monday 21st May Cathkin Braes Away 
Monday 4th June Kilmarnock Barassie at Home 
Monday 18th June Loudoun Away 
Monday 16th July West Kilbride Away 
Monday 23rd July Troon Away 
Friday 3rd August Prestwick St Nicholas at Home 
Monday 20th August Haggs at Home

CHRISTMAS 9 HOLE FUN GREEN TEES STABLEFORD - WEDNESDAY 06 DECEMBER 2017

1st Tee

10.00    Anne Judge                                   June Giles                      Gillian Donaghy

10.06    Vivien Howe                                 Jean Murray                   Jean Irving

10.12    Lilias Snodgrass                             Marjorie Mitchell          Helen Abram

10.18    Evy MacGregor                             Vicky Rennie                  Mary Irvine

10.24    Jan Macnab                                    Jane Dickie                     Karen Binning

10.30    Sheila Biggart                                Marissa Barr                    Margaret Parrott

13th Tee

10.00    Marion Munro                             Eileen Walker                    Karin MacKenzie

10.06    Anne Robinson                           Dorothy Simpson               Joy McLeod

10.12    Mary Craig                                  Alison Templeton               Moira Wilson

10.18    Maureen Cook                             Linda McDougall              Morag Cunningham

Lunch will be served 12.45.  Prize for the best outfit.  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

Nancy MacGadie, Alison Robertson, Kay Martin, Moyra Gordon

Marion Reid, Jennifer Cairns, Cynthia Keanie, Sheila Sangster

Please can you tick your name or contact me at pamjohn2004@hotmail.com

Looking forward to a FUN day.

Pamela

AFTERNOON TEA FOR LUNCH

16 ladies tried Stewart Catering's Afternoon Tea yesterday, at lunchtime, after a bracing 13 holes in the morning. Tea and cake stands replete with finger sandwiches, scones and a selection of cakes were enjoyed by all.

SCOTTISH GOLF MEETING -- 2ND DECEMBER - OPEN INVITATION

Scottish Golf’s first national conference will be staged at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) on Saturday 2 December, with the governing body inviting anyone with a passion for the game to contribute to the debate on the sport’s future direction in this country.

Registration is now open to those who wish to attend, with the invitation extended to golf club members and non-members, those involved in club, Area and County administration, media, coaches and other interested parties, with the event being held from 10.00am through to 2.30pm.

Following the recent cancellation of the governing body’s planned Special General Meeting in Stirling on the same day, the move to the capital venue is to accommodate extra demand for attendance and stimulate as much discussion as possible across key aspects of the game.

The national conference is part of Scottish Golf’s move to extend the consultation period on its new strategy. The Annual General Meeting will be held in March 2018, while the recruitment for a new Chief Executive to lead the organisation is currently well underway.

Eleanor Cannon, Executive Chair for Scottish Golf, said: “This is a hugely important time for golf in Scotland, as we work to attract much-needed investment into the game and provide increased support to clubs at grass roots level. It is vital that we discuss innovative ideas on what is required to make golf more sustainable, improve member retention and recruit new people into our great game.

“Our consultation process has generated significant engagement over the last few months and given the level of interest, we felt we needed as big a venue as possible to allow as many people to make a contribution to the debate. We want to encourage a two-way discussion on the future of golf and the conference will be a platform to stimulate positive debate.

“We want to hear from anyone with a passion for the game, whether it be a PGA Pro, ClubGolf coaching volunteer, long-time member, nomadic golfer or beginner. It is essential we hear a wide spectrum of views as we look to address the significant challenges impacting the game in Scotland.”

The EICC event will feature presentations from keynote speakers looking at current trends, industry research, insights from clubs and digital innovation, with interactive workshops giving delegates the opportunity to provide their own input.

Places can be booked via the Scottish Golf website homepage at www.scottishgolf.org. Entry is free of charge and complimentary tea, coffee and a sandwich lunch will be provided to all delegates.

The EICC is located on Morrison Street in the west end of the city, just a short walk from Haymarket train and tram station, while attendees will receive a 30% discount at the nearby NCP Castle Street car park.

READ MORE

WEST VETS AGM - LILIAS COLLECTS HER AWARD

The West Vets AGM was held on the 2nd November at Cowglen Golf Club
CLICK HERE TO READ ALL ABOUT IT 

Congratulations go to Lilias on being a prizewinner

R.L.C.G.A. Fixture Card

For those ladies who are Members of the County, the 2018 fixture cards are now available in the ladies locker room.

Denise is presented with a prize from RLCGA President Jennifer Mack

Marion is presented with a prize from RLCGA President Jennifer Mack

For more about the AGM and prize giving  from the County AGM on the 1st November at Haggs Castle Golf Club and to see photographs from the evening CLICK HERE

LADIES ANNUAL DINNER 2017

53 ladies attended the annual dinner last night; everybody seemed to enjoy themselves, if the noise was anything to go by.  Thanks go to Heather and Louise for making the dining room warm and welcoming.

Medal prizes were presented along with the fun competitions and a special prize went to Nancy for her hole in one at the 7th at the Halden Cup.

Thank you all for your support.

                 Photos of some happy people!

Thanks Jean for the photos.
Pamela

ALTERNATIVE FINAL SWING

3 Ladies played today, 22nd October, in the rescheduled 12hole final swing stableford.

Winner  was Marion Munro with 22points. 
Well done to the 3 who actually played!

GREENLEES FINAL FLING

Some of the Greenlees Team at the Dinner

On Friday the 6th of October the Greenlees team had their end of season get together.  Six ladies played in a fun game in the afternoon then 11 ladies had a great dinner and a few drinks in the clubhouse in the evening.  A good time was had by all.  

Thanks to Anne Judge for all her organising and here's to a good season next year.

12 HOLE WINTER KNOCKOUT

The draw has been done for the Winter Knockout. The first round ties, to be played by 17 November are as follows:
Jean Irvine v Heather Davidson
Jan Macnab v Vicky Rennie
Helen Crichton v Joy McLeod
Helen Abram v Lilias Snodgrass
Karen Binning v Marion Munro
Karin MacKenzie v Alison Templeton
Morag Cunningham v Jean Murray
Mary Hardie v Sheila Biggart

Ladies 9 Hole Stableford

10 Ladies played today 27th September in dry, mild conditions.

SSS 71   CSS  71

Winner  -  Mary Irving  20 points (12)

SATURDAY STABLEFORD

5 Ladies played in the Stableford on 23rd September.

SSS  73    CSS  73

Winner - Eleanor Cannon  34 points (20)
Runner-Up  - Morag Cunningham  31 points (27)

BOARD OUTING 2017

On Friday the 22nd September the Board Outing was held at Pollok Golf Club. Six ladies and ten gents took part and all had a most enjoyable time.  Surprisingly the weather did behave its self and we managed to get round with just a few spits and spots.  Thanks go to Alastair Frood for organising. As you can see from the photo Eleanor Cannon came first with 37 points and Lilias enjoyed her day too!!

COMMITTEE OUTING

The Committee recently enjoyed a lovely day out at Buchanan Castle.  There was sunshine and it was warm, what a change from what has become the norm this summer.
The team photos are proof it really happened!

GREENLEES TROPHY FINAL RESULTS

Ranfurly Castle's Greenlees Team have finished in 5th position in Division 1 with Cathkin Braes winning the title. To read the full report go to the Kirkwood Golf Website 

WEST RENFREWSHIRE LEAGUE RESULT

I am pleased to report that, despite losing our final match at Gourock earlier this season, Ranfurly Castle has retained the Division 1 trophy for a third consecutive year, based on a count-back of individual games won. Ranfurly Castle won 12 games and Renfrew 9.5. Thanks to all the ladies, across the handicap spectrum, that played in the matches this year: Gillan, Helen A, Jan, Joy, Lilias, Mary C, Mary H, Maureen and Vivien.

CARDROSS LADIES OUTING

Wednesday 20th September saw 25 Ladies travel to Cardross Golf Club for the annual outing.
Weather forecast was not good but the day started with only light showers.  Sadly that turned into torrential rain and we all turned into a group of drowned rats!  The company was good as was the catering so not all was lost.

Winning  team with 48 points  - Denise Cowan, Vicky Rennie and Morag Cunningham
Runners up with 46 points - Agnes Williamson, Karen Binning, Carol Reid and Fiona Roger
Most Bunkers - (no need to say how many!) -  Joy McLeod

Thank you to all for supporting the day.

On the tee -- The eventual winners

SCOTTISH WOMEN'S COUNTY FINALS - GLENBERVIE

RLCGA 2017 COUNTY TEAM CHAMPIONS

Congratulations to Renfrewshire on winning the above.  Our Denise was part of the winning team well done.
Go to the RLCGA Website to read more ---  CLICK HERE 

FUN YELLOW BALL STABLEFORD Friday 15th September 2017

The Fun Yellow Ball Stableford was played on Friday 15th September.  Eight team of three played in lovely sunny conditions with a slight nip in the air to begin with.  The results are:-
1st place with 69 points was Marion Munro, Marjorie Mitchell and Chris Minto.
2nd place with 62 points with a BIH was Evy MacGregor, Vicky Rennie and Linda MacDougall.
Thanks to all who played.

AUTUMN MEETING

14 Ladies played for the Mitchell Trophy today, 13th September.

SSS  73   CSS 76

Winner  -  Sarah Eckford   75 (9)
Runner-Up  -  Marion Munro  78 (11)

LADIES GOLF OUTING

The  Teams and arrangements for the Golf Outing to Cardross Golf Club on 20th September are as follows:-

      12.30   Maureen Cook, Jean Murray, Mary Hardie
      12.38   Mary Craig, Chris Minto, Pamela MacKenzie
      12.46   Jan Macnab, Morven McLeod, Lilias Snodgrass
      12.54   Denise Cowan, Vicky Rennie, Morag Cunningham
      13.02   Louise Binning, Karin MacKenzie, Nancy MacGadie
      13.10   Marion Munro, Joy McLeod, Linda MacDougall
      13.18   Evy MacGregor, Jean Irvine, Pat Pennel
      13.26   Agnes Williamson, Karen Binning, Carol Reid.

Rolls and tea/coffee will be available from 11.30am.  Just keep your fingers crossed for a dry day!

I have put the list up in the locker room so please tick your name to indicate your attendance - if unable to get to the club just contact Joy to confirm.

THE TWO MARYS ARE WINNERS AT TROON

Many congrats go to Mary Craig and Mary Hardie who won Troon Ladies Invitation day.
Lilias and Jean were playing with them.

Thanks go to Jean Irvine for the photograph and news.

Yellow Fun Ball Stableford Draw for Friday 15th September

9.30.   Mary Craig, Gillian Donaghy, Jane Dickie.
9.38.   Anne Judge, Lilias Snodgrass, Dorothy Simpson.
9.46.   Fiona Roger, Mary Irving, Marissa Barr.
9.54.   Sheila Biggart, Anne Nicol, June Giles.
10.02.  Evy MacGregor, Vicky Rennie, Linda MacDougall.
10.10. Pamela MacKenzie, Heather Davidson, Morag Cunningham.
10.18. Nancy MacGadie, Carol Reid, Cynthia Keanie.
10.26.  Marion Munro, Marjorie Mitchell, Chris Minto.
Any problems please contact 01505 391026 or 07773713486 or themunros@gmx.com
There is also a list in the Ladies locker room.

SEPTEMBER MEDAL

13 Ladies played today in the penultimate medal of the season.

SSS  73    CSS  76

Scratch Winner  -  Denise Cowan  88

Silver Winner   -  Nancy MacGadie  (15)  76
Silver Runner-Up  -  Alison Macnab  (13)  77

Bronze Winner   - Vicky Rennie  (28)   81
Bronze Runner-Up  -  Helen Crichton   (29)  86

FRIENDLY MATCH AGAINST OLD RANFURLY

Played 05 September; at home; in awful weather conditions; shortened course; the ladies of Ranfurly Castle won. Well done; final match; thanks to Gillian for organisation.

LADIES ANNUAL DINNER

The Annual Dinner takes place on Wednesday 25th October 2017.   Cost £22 taking into account gratuities.  Notice now in ladies locker room; menu alongside choose what you would like to eat.
Please support this evening when we present the prizes for medals and the fun competitions.
Pamela

GREENLEES MATCH V CATHKIN BRAES at Home

Today we played our last Greenlees match for this season.  The match which was against Cathkin Braes was played at home in fairly dry conditions and with even a little sun. The score was a win for us of 8 games to 1. A fantastic result which means we will stay up in division one for next year. Anne Judge would like to thank all the ladies who played in the matches throughout the summer.

LADIES INVITATION DAY

Not meant to rain; well it did windy too; however we all soldiered round 18 holes.

               

The winning team were
Alison Templeton and Margo Maxwell with a B.I.H

                                 

Runners up: Nancy MacGadie and Morag Turner

                 Nearest pin 5th Doreen McConnell

                                                   Nearest the line 18th Vickie Sandeman.

Nearest the line 18th Vickie Sandeman.

Congratulations to all prize winners and thank you to Stewart Catering for looking after us so well.

LADIES CHAMPIONSHIP FINALS

Marion Munro is the 2017 Ladies Club Champion.  Congratulations from us all.

Marion -- 2017 Ladies Club Champion with Captain Pamela

Denise -- Runner Up 

Some spectators  

Vivien and Alastair Howe won the Worpelsdon Mixed FoursomesTrophy

R&A New Rules Proposals

With only 5 days remaining to give feedback on the proposed new Rules, go to CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE R&A WEBSITE to have your say.

CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL 26 AUGUST

Championship Finals Day is this coming Saturday, 26 August 2017. Please come along and support the ladies in this year's final - Past Champion Denise Cowan will play Vice Captain Marion Munro.
The Ladies Final will tee off at 12.50pm. Hoping for a dry day and good support for the girls.

GREENLEES MATCH V WEST KILBRIDE 21st August 2017

Yesterday we played our penultimate Greenlees match against West Kilbride at home.  For once we played in dry and very calm conditions and I am pleased to say we won 6 games to 3

HALDEN CUP

Ladies fought valiantly; a win to the men 4 and 3.  Congratulations to Nancy; a hole-in-one at the 7th; her first; drinks all round.
Pamela

VICE CAPTAIN MARION WINS COUNTY MEDAL AT WHITECRAIGS

Many congrats go to Marion on winning the RLCGA August County Medal at Whitecraigs on Wednesday. Denise and Nancy were also on the prize list.
To read the report go to the RLCGA WEBSITE

POOH PUTTER Captains v Vice Captains team

The Pooh Putter competition which took place yesterday was played in lovely sunny conditions. Unfortunately, from my point of view, the Vice Captains team was well and truly beaten but I do hope that everyone enjoyed their game.  Thanks to all who played.

LADIES INVITATION DAY - TUESDAY 29 AUGUST 2017

Greensomes Stableford format. Entry fee £20 per couple includes lunch

Times                    Teams

9.30                    Marion Munro                    Jean Irvine      
                           Judith Thompson                Carol Smith

9.40                    Maureen Cook                    Vicky Rennie
                           Sheila Shaw                         Karen Church

9.50                    Joy McLeod                         Alison Templeton
                           Mary Jane Bird                    Margo Maxwell

10.00                  Nancy MacGadie                 Doreen McConnell
                           & Partner                              & Partner

10.10                  Linda MacDougall               June Giles
                           Elspeth Buick                       & Partner

10.20                  Anne Nichol                         Karen Binning
                           Olive Spicer                         Linsey Dougall

10.30                  Pamela MacKenzie              Lilias Snodgrass
                           Vickie Sandeman                 Patricia Brown

10.40                  Mary Hardie                        Fiona Roger
                           Romey Murdoch                 & Partner

Please collect cards and instructions before play and ensure payment has
also been made.  Cheque payable to RCGC, placed in an envelope with
your name and invitation day written  on the front, then posted into box
in locker room.

Thank you
Pamela

LADIES OUTING

The ladies outing to Cardross Golf Club on Wed 20th September is coming nearer.
Can I ask that you pay your £42.00 as soon as possible please. 
If paying by Cheque make it payable to RCGC Ladies Section and place into the box on the locker room desk.  If paying cash, please put in an envelope marked with your name and CARDROSS.
There is still time to add your name to the list if you would like to join us - plenty of places left for a fun day out!
Joy

9 HOLE STABLEFORD

7 Ladies played in the 9 hole Stableford on 8th August

Winner was Moira Wilson

Ladies August Medal

12 Ladies played on 2nd August.  Dry weather which was a surprise.
SSS  73   CSS  75

Scratch Winner  -  Denise Cowan  85

Silver Winner  -  Jan Macnab  75 (12)
Silver Runner-up  -  Denise Cowan  80 (5)

Bronze Winner  -  Helen Abram  81 (21)
Bronze Runner-up  -  Pat Pennel  82 (23)  BIH

POOH PUTTER WEDNESDAY 9th AUGUST

CAPTAINS TEAM.                                                           VICE CAPTAINS TEAM
2nd TEE                                                                              2nd TEE
 9.30.   Pamela MacKenzie.                                                 9.30.   Marion Munro
            Chris Minto.                                                                        Alison Templeton
 9.40.   Sheila Biggart                                                          9.40.   Anne Judge            
            Morven McLeod                                                                 Eileen Walker
1st TEE.                                                                               1st TEE                                                                                                                        
 9.30.   Anne Robinson                                                        9.30.   Mary Craig
            Cynthia Keanie.                                                                  Morag Cunningham
 9.40.   Jan McNab.                                                              9.40.   Evy MacGregor.
            Jean Murray.                                                                        Anne Nicol
 9.50.   Alison McNab.                                                         9.50.   Maureen Cook
            Karin MacKenzie.                                                                Mary Irving
10.00.  Nancy McGadie                                                       10.00.  Lilias Snodgrass
            Evelyn McDermid.                                                               Jean Irvine
18th TEE.                                                                            18th TEE.
10.00.   Louise Binning.                                                      10.00.   Sally Smyth
             Gillian Donaghy.                                                                 Margaret Parrott
10.10.   Vivien Howe.                                                          10.10.   Karen Binning
             Joy McLeod.                                                                        Pat Pennel

The allowance as per Greensomes Handicap Conversion Table will be marked on cards which should be collected from the Locker room before play.
This list will also be posted on the notice board. Please tick your name or email me at:-
themunros@gmx.com to confirm that you are still able to play.

LADIES INVITATIONAL DAY - TUESDAY 29 AUGUST 2017

There are still places for the above.  Greensomes Stableford format.  Entry fee £20 per couple, including golf and lunch.  Sheet in locker room.
Pamela

FRIENDLY V ELDERSLIE 01 AUGUST 2017

The Ranfurly Castle Ladies fought valiantly in stormy conditions; they lost 2/1 at home to Elderslie

DIARY MISPRINT

Please note that the Gents Seniors match against Old Ranfurly on Monday 31st July is a home game NOT an away game as published in the diary, so if you are thinking of a bounce game a suggested time of 8.45am would be good for meeting

POOH PUTTER - WEDNESDAY 09 AUGUST

Marion and I are going to do the draw on Tuesday1st for the above.  If your name is not down and you would like to play please email me pamjohn2004@hotmail.com.  Fun day!!

Pamela

LADIES OPEN DAY TRI-AM 2017

Some of the prizewinners

On Thursday the 20th July we had our Ladies Open Day Tri-Am. Starting at 9.00am in the morning
we had 108 ladies playing in 36 groups of three.  The conditions were dry over head but quite windy with very fast greens. 

The novelty prize winners were:-
5th nearest the pin Silver - Margaret Gray - Old Ranfurly
7th nearest the pin Bronze - Maimie Robin - Elderslie
14th nearest the pin Silver and Bronze - Carol McNally - Williamwood
16th nearest the white line - Elma Leisk - Stirling

Main prize winners were:-
3rd place with 74pts BIH - Muriel Young, Valerie McKinnon and Fay Storey  of Old Ranfurly
2nd place with 75pts - Jackie Gray, Sheena Wallace of Gleddoch and Elaine Thom of Port Bannatyne
1st place with 78pts - Pamela Buttar, Elspeth Smith and Lynn Forsyth of Paisley

WEST RENFREWSHIRE LEAGUE

I am sad to report that the West Renfrewshire League team of Jan, Mary C, Vivien, Lilias, Helen A and Gillian lost the final match of the season last night 4:2 away at Gourock. It was a pleasant, sunny evening but the relatively slow greens and some astonishing putting from several of our opponents proved our undoing. The 2017 league positions will now be determined by a count-back of games but we are missing too many pieces of that jigsaw to predict the outcome.

VETS AND STABLEFORD COMPETITION

16 ladies played today in the Vets Trophy

SSS 73  CSS 76

Winner was Alison Templeton with BIH and 36 points
Runner up was Jean Murray with 36 points

Only 3 ladies played in the stableford and the
Winner was Sheila Biggart with 32 points

GREENLEES MATCH V LARGS AWAY

Today we played our Greenlees match away at Largs.  The course was in lovely condition and the weather was very kind to us.  I think we all managed to get in before the rain started.  Unfortunately I have to report we lost 3 1/2 - 5 1/2.

SUMMER MEETING for WALKER QUAICH

12th July 2017

25 Ladies enjoyed beautiful sunny conditions today.
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Winner  - Mary Craig (14)  75
Runner-Up - Mary Hardie (BIH) (21)  77

LADIES 9 HOLE STABLEFORD

11th July, 7 Ladies played in calm conditions.
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Winner - Jane Dickie

SUMMER GREENSOMES STABLEFORD

Fourteen couples played Friday 07 July 2017.  It was a fine day for golf and an enjoyable format.

Winners -       Mary Hardie & Joy McLeod  34 points
Runners Up - Anne Robinson & Eileen Walker 33 points

FRIENDLY MATCH AT GOUROCK

Played Thursday 06 July.  Ranfurly Castle won 2 and 1; well done ladies and thanks to Gillian for organising.

JULY MEDAL

20 ladies played on 5th July it was very pleasant for golf, my only critisism would be the greens had been and were being tined and in so doing the bunkers had not been raked,  I understand the course needs to be maintained.  Pamela

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Scratch Winner - Sheila Biggart  gross 89

Silver Winner - Sheila Biggart   89 14* 75
Runner-Up     -  Mary Craig       94 15* 79

Bronze Winner - Gillian Donaghy  102  27* 75
Runner-up        -  Joy McLeod      100  24* 76

SCOTTISH GOLF NEWSLETTER - JULY 2017

CLICK HERE TO READ THIS MONTHS NEWSLETTER FROM SCOTTISH GOLF 

GREENLEES MATCH V TROON

The Greenlees match today was played at home in dry but quite windy conditions. The final score was a very pleasing half match of 4 1/2 each.

Scottish Golf Strategic Vision -- We want your input

Scottish Golf’s CEO Blane Dodds has just completed a 9-venue roadshow of Club Consultation Forums across the country, outlining an exciting new vision for the future of golf in Scotland. 

The Draft Strategy Presentation is now available to read online, with an opportunity for clubs and members to feedback your views as part of the consultation process, before the end of July 2017.

Read the draft online -  CLICK HERE 

SUMMER GREENSOMES STABLEFORD - 7 JULY 2017

Times for the above

9.00       Anne Judge                                                Marion Munro
              June Giles                                                  Jane Dickie

9.10       Agnes Williamson                                     Mary Hardie
              Pat Pennel                                                  Joy McLeod

9.20       Sheila Biggart                                            Nancy MacGadie
              Alison Templeton                                       Morag Cunningham

9.30       Maureen Cook                                           Sally Smyth
              Vicky Rennie                                             Jean Irvine

9.40        Anne Robinson                                          Evy MacGregor
               Eileen Walker                                            Cynthia Keanie

9.50        Mary Craig                                                Lilias Snodgrass
               Jean Murray                                               Mary Irving

               Pamela MacKenzie
               Carol Reid


Please tick your name or contact Pamela by email pamjohn2004@hotmail.com
Entry Fee £2 per person.

PAST LADY CAPTAINS TROPHY

Tri-am  Stableford 30 June 2017

15 Past Captains played today and were joined by ten others for lunch.  The weather was kind in comparison to what we have had this week.

Winning Team - Marion Munro, Vickie Sandeman and Eileen Walker with 41 points
Runners up - Mary Craig, Helen Abram and Vicky Rennie with 40 points BIH

GILLIES TROPHY AND STABLEFORD COMPETITION

28th June 2017
17 Ladies played in the Gillies Trophy and 5 in the Stableford Competition.

Red Course:-      SSS  73     CSS   76       (RO)
Green Course:-   SSS  72     CSS   75       (RO)

Gillies Trophy :-    Winner - Chris Minto (33*)  35 points
                               Runner-Up - Pat Pennel  (24*)  32 points

Stableford   Winner:-  Marion Munro  (12*)  35 points
                    Runner-Up - Vivien Howe  (19*)  33 points

GREENLEES MATCH V KILMARNOCK BARASSIE

Today we played Kilmarnock Barassie away in very pleasant calm conditions and I am pleased to report that we won 5 1/2 - 3 1/2.  A very good result.

CHARITY TRI-AM STABLEFORD 23rd JUNE

Today we had 7 teams out in our Charity Tri-am, played in very blustery conditions.
The winning team with 54 points was Pamela MacKenzie, Gillian Donaghy, and Morag Cunningham.
The runners up with 52 points were Sheila Biggart, Mary Hardie and June Giles.
A big thank you to all that played with the proceeds going to Altziemers Scotland.

LADIES STABLEFORD

21/06/2017
The weather turned dull and wet today with some heavy showers.
No lady chose to play today.
Vets Trophy is re-scheduled to Stableford on Wednesday 19th July.

PAST LADY CAPTAINS' TROPHY FRIDAY 30 JUNE 2017

TEAM STABLEFORD

9.00     ANNE JUDGE               DOROTHY SIMPSON      ROSEMARY OGILVIE

9.10     MARY CRAIG              VICKY RENNIE                HELEN ABRAM

9.20    MARION MUNRO        EILEEN WALKER            VICKIE SANDEMAN

9.30     EVY MACGREGOR    CAROL REID                    NANCY MACGADIE

9.40     SHEILA BIGGART       PAT PENNEL      JOY MCLEOD   SALLY SMYTH

Please tick your name or contact Pamela by text 07786818936
or by email  pamjohn2004@hotmail.com

Collect cards from locker room prior to play.
Lunch will be £13 cheques payable to Ranfurly Castle Ladies.  Lunch will be 1.30pm

VETS TROPHY

New date for the above Wednesday 19 July, 2017
Pamela

SUMMER GREENSOMES STABLEFORD

Friday 07 July - sheet in locker room, please add your name, draw will be posted on blog.
Pamela

FRIENDLY - KILMACOLM

Tuesday 20 Friendly v Kilmacolm

Weather perfect very enjoyable the result was a halved match.  Thanks go to Gillian for arranging.

CHARITY TRI-AM STABLEFORD FRIDAY 23rd JUNE

Here is the draw for the Charity Tri-Am

9.10.  Pamela MacKenzie, Gillian Donaghy, Morag Cunningham.
9.18.  Sheila Biggart, Mary Hardie, June Giles.
9.26.  Doreen McConnell, Joy McLeod, Vicky Rennie.
9.34.  Evy MacGregor, Maureen Cook, Dorothy Simpson.
9.42.  Sarah Eckford, Rosemary Ogilvie, Jane Dickie.
9.50.  Marion Munro, Helen Abram, Eileen Walker.
9.58.   Sally Smyth, Jean Irvine, Ann Nicol.
Please tick off your name on the list in the Ladies locker room or email me at themunros@gmx.com
to confirm that you are playing.

STABLEFORD & GRANS' TROPHY

13 ladies played, Wednesday 14 June

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Winner - Helen Abram with 36 points 

Runner up - Evy Macgregor with 35 points

AUSTRALIAN SCRAMBLE - 13 JUNE 2017

27 ladies played in the above; well done all wind kept the rain away whew!!  Copious instructions, string, scissors and look out for 6 kangaroos.

Winning Team - Mary Craig, Mary Irving, Vivien Howe, Cynthia Keanie  score of 61.8
Runners-Up - Anne Robinson, Morag Cunningham, Helen Abram, June Giles score 63.5

Nearest Pin at 5th Evy MacGregor
Nearest Pin at 14th Marion Munro

GREENLEES MATCH V OLD COURSE RANFURLY

Today we played against Old Course Ranfurly away.  The match was played in very, very wet, technically unplayable conditions with water up to the top of a lot of holes and finding relief on greens and fairways was almost impossible.  Quite a number of games went to the 18th or fairly near.  Unfortunately the final result was 51/2 - 31/2 for Old Ranfurly.  We were all so glad to get in and change into dry clothing.

LADIES JUNE MEDAL CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER

7th June 2017

25 ladies played on a dry, mostly overcast and VERY windy day

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Scratch Winner - Anne Judge (10) 94

Silver Winner - Eleanor Cannon (20) 82

Silver Runner-up - Anne Robinson (11) 84

Bronze Winner - Morag Cunningham (27) 81

Bronze Runner-up - Pat Pennel (23) 83

FUN COMPETITION DRAW

Tuesday 13 June - Australia Day

Ranfurly Castle like you have never seen it before; Look for the Kangaroos

1st Tee
9.30   Anne Robinson  Helen Abram  Morag Cunningham  June Giles
9.40  Evy MacGregor  Heather Davidson  Marjorie Mitchell  Alison Templeton
9.50  Anne Judge  Doreen McConnell  Moira Wilson  Helen Crichton
10.00  Jan Macnab  Rosemary Reedie  Pat Pennel  Jane Dickie

18th Tee
9.50  Marion Munro  Mary Hardie  Vicky Rennie  Eileen Walker
10.00  Mary Craig  Vivien Howe  Mary Irving  Cynthia Keanie

PLEASE TICK/EMAIL TO ACKNOWLEDGE TIME  pamjohn2004@hotmail.com

MACMILLAN CANCER RELIEF STABLEFORD

WEDNESDAY 31ST MAY

27 Ladies played today in great scoring conditions 

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Winner Jan Macnab with 42 stableford points

Runner up Joy Mcleod with 39 stableford points

GREENLEES MATCH V MILNGAVIE

Today our Greenlees team was away to Milngavie.  Unfortunately we lost our top three single figure players due to work commitments and illness. A very tough match against Milngavie with 2/3 of their team being 8 and better. However a very friendly match ensued and the course was in lovely condition.  Thankfully we did not get too wet.  The final score was Milngavie 81/2 Ranfurly Castle 1/2.

DUAL DAY MEDAL & CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER

Played Sunday 28 May 2017. 5 Entries. SSS 73 CSS 74

Winner: Jan Macnab (13) 76
Runner-Up: Eleanor Cannon (20) 77

AUSTRALIAN FUN DAY AND CHARITY TRI-AM

Australian Fun Day takes place on Tuesday 13th June and this is open to ALL CATEGORIES so why not dig out the cork hats and boomerangs and come along and join us for some fun golf. I have even heard we might be kangaroo hunting too!!!
Notice on the board in the locker room so don't delay and sign up.

Charity Tri-Am Stableford takes place on Friday 23rd June and will be played over the Green Course.  
Again another fun competition all in a good cause, so pop your name up on the notice which is on the board in the locker room.  Notice will be taken down Thursday 15th June and the draw will be posted on the 16th.   Any person who is not able to get to the club and would like to play just give me a phone on 01505 391026.
Marion

LADIES DORRIE HUNTER TROPHY

Ladies Dorrie Hunter Trophy 26th May 2017

15 ladies played on a glorious day with a light breeze.

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Winner: Marion Munro (11) 71
RunnerUp: Evy MacGregor (14) 72

WEST RENFREWSHIRE LEAGUE WIN

The West Renfrewshire League team of Jan, Mary C, Maureen, Vivien, Mary H and Joy started the season, on a beautiful sunny evening, with a most enjoyable 6-0 victory at home against Caldwell. Well done girls!

EXTRA MEDAL AND MEDAL FINALS

26 Ladies played today, 24th May, in warm conditions.

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Scratch Winner   -  Marion Munro  83

Silver Winner  - Marion Munro (12) 71
Silver Runner-up - Mary Craig (14)  74

Bronze Winner  -  Helen Abram (21) 75
Bronze Runner-up  Joy McLeod (24) 76

Medal Finals

Silver Winner - Mary Craig
Silver Runner-up  Vivien Howe

Bronze Winner - Joy McLeod
Bronze Runner-up - Mary Hardie

HOSPICE CUP

8 Ladies played in the Hospice Cup on Sunday 21st May and despite a reasonable weather forecast, it rained the whole way round!

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Winner -  Jan Macnab (13)  36 points
Runner-Up -  Eleanor Cannon (20)  32 points (BIH)

RENFREWSHIRE COUNTY

Well done Denise Cowan for being picked for the Renfrewshire County Team.  This event takes place at Hamilton Golf Course 12-14 June.  All welcome.

Well done Alison Macnab for qualifying for a team place in the Renfrewshire Girls Team.  This event takes place at Clober Golf Course 19th June.   All welcome
CLICK HERE TO SEE FULL TEAM SELECTION
Pamela

CENTENARY TROPHY

25 ladies played today - 17th May 2017

Very pleasant playing conditions but scores a little high!

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Winner: Morag Cunningham (27) 76 bih
Runner-up: Agnes Williamson  (18) 76

9 HOLE STABLEFORD

7 Ladies played on 16th May in very windy conditions.
Winner was Mary Irving.

NEW CLOCK

In the locker room I have left a photocopy page of the clock the Board are preparing to purchase.
Pamela

LADIES GOLF OUTING

A date for your Diary - missing from Fixture Diary! 
Ladies Golf outing will be on Wednesday 20th September and the venue is Cardross Golf Club.
I hope as many as possible will be able to come along.  More information will follow nearer the time and I will put a list up in the locker room for you to sign up your interest.
Joy

LADIES SPRING MEETING FOR CAPTAINS PRIZES

Ladies Spring Meeting for Captains Prizes 10 May 2017

32 ladies played could have been warmer; course running; well done all.

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Scratch Winner  Sarah Eckford  80
Silver Winner     Anne Robinson (11) 72 BIH
Bronze Winner   Vicky Rennie (28) 72