Mel Smart Memorial Report

The Mel Smart Memorial day was held at Wath Golf Club, a new venue for us. I think it’s fair to say the course impressed us all and despite the greens being a bit slow, the course in general was superbly presented, a good challenge with lots of plotting your way around. Thankfully, the recent molten lava weather had a day off and we had a milder day but the sun shone all day and there were some pink arms and legs come the last group holing out on the 18th.

Onto the results.

4 twos were recorded, Stuart Cochrane, Adam Littlewood, Jon Winner & Luke Worrillow.

The par 3 5th & 15th was won by Keith Barnes & the 17th won by Craig Allen.

Finishing 3rd, with a net 73 was Craig Allen

Second, on countback with a net 71, Wayne Jackson

And taking not only the Mel Smart Memorial Trophy, but also the lowest gross score of the day, with a gross 77, net 71 was Adam Littlewood.

A banging round, well done Adam.

The general consensus was to return to Wath next year so I’ll add that to the 2027 list for the AGM, although I will see if the Club will lock in this years price if I book and pay a deposit. Woolley have done so hoping Wath may follow suit.

Next up is the Richmond Trophy, held at Richmond Golf Club. Always a popular day, we will have 3 meals and play a 9 hole medal followed by 18 hole stableford and in a nutshell, the lowest figure (even a minus figure) will take home the trophy. (More headache calculating for me!!!!). I’m limited to 28 spaces for this day so once I open bookings, please get your names down sooner rather than later. Invite for Richmond will go out sometime next week.

Thanks to the 25 who turned out today, your support is very much appreciated & valued.

Pete