Michelle Thomson stars across two club events

EUROA GOLF CLUB By RICHARD JOHNSON BRAIN Rosenbrook was the winner of the Wednesday par event with plus three, while Jackson Walker and Lucas Paul were tied on minus one, with Paddy McCarthy on minus two. Jackson Walker had the short irons dialed in, taking out all three nearest the pins on holes six, 12, and 18. Keith Seeber, Paddy McCarthy, and Lucas Paul each collected a two ball birdie payout, with Paul’s coming on the long par three, which is no easy task. Twenty nine players took to the course on Saturday for the third round of the Winter Cup, also played as a par event. Ash Pedder’s plus two was the best in division one, followed by Dale McIntosh on plus one. Spencer Nicel carded a big plus five win in division two, four shots clear of Ian Sutherland in second place. Balls down the line went to Walt Pedder on square, Ed Carracher and Cam Roper on minus one, and Gary Ross on minus two. Cam Roper’s score rounded out three consistently good rounds and will see him collect the Winter Cup event. Sunday saw Paddy McCarthy and Paul Jones win their semi final in the Murphy Motors four ball, two up over Ian Horwood and Richard Johnson, booking their place in the final to be played against Keith Seeber and Brian Rosenbrook. Next week the Club welcomes back the Eurockafellas band, who last year had the clubhouse rocking deep into the night. The final draws in the Birdies to Eagles Fundraiser will see the major prizes drawn. Limited tickets are still available. NAGAMBIE GOLF CLUB By DAVID LOVE THE first round of the Social Club Trophy was played in wet and cold conditions, with rain playing a part for the second week in succession. The winning score went to Michael Le Deux with 36 Stableford points, negotiating the tough conditions through great putting and patient play. Runner up was veteran performer Alby Seenan, also finishing with 36 points but missing out on the win by countback. Seenan found a way when needed on a challenging day. Third place went to Chris Roberts, who displayed much improved ball striking and good scrambling when required, finishing with 35 points. Nearest the pin prizes went to Tim Baldwin, a wet play specialist, with a flashy iron at the 13th, and Daniel Hall, who went close to a slam dunk on the 16th. Next week’s golf will be moved to Saturday, June 21, with tee off at the usual time of 9am to 9.30am. A Stableford will be played, with M. Sloan on office duty and P. Neville in the bar. The Nagambie Golf Club will host the opening round of Goulburn Murray Golf Association (GMGA) winter pennant on Sunday, June 22. AVENEL GOLF CLUB By LYN CARRACHER THE annual Mabel Vearing Silver Salver was contested at Avenel on Thursday, with 36 ladies in attendance. A cool and foggy morning saw players rugged up in multiple layers, with many taking advantage of the roaring fire in the clubhouse to warm themselves prior to hit off. Players came from Alexandra, Euroa, Kilmore, Mansfield, Marysville, Nagambie, Romsey, Seymour, Strathbogie, Trentham, and Yea. For the first time in several years, Avenel fielded its own team. After such a chilly start, most players enjoyed a hot cup of soup as they passed the clubhouse mid round. As the day progressed and the sun emerged, jumpers and vests were removed, with many finishing in shirt sleeves. Some excellent scores were recorded. This year’s Salver winners were the Euroa team of Michelle Thomson, Robin Lied, and Marion McMartin, with a combined score of 102 points. A touch of local knowledge likely helped, with Michelle and Robin being former members. Runners up were Kilmore on 98 points, one point ahead of Alexandra. In the individual events, Cheryle Anderson (Kilmore) won A grade with a superb 40 points and the best score of the day. Di Dixon, also from Kilmore, came close with 39 points to take out B grade, while Bev Bellman (Marysville) won C grade with 34 points. Cheryle also took out the veterans’ prize and was part of the winning small teams event, alongside Millie Cumming (Mansfield) and Sandra Wicking (Kilmore), with a score of 107 points. Nearest the pins were awarded to Irene Keogh (Nagambie) on the fifth, Lisa Caines (Trentham) on the eighth, Kaylene Cruise (Lancefield) on the 14th, and Helen Findlay (Alexandra) on the 18th. Following play, the ladies enjoyed a delicious lunch, finished with a wonderful selection of cakes and slices. Sincere thanks go to all who contributed to the day’s success and to those who worked on the course, helped in the office, kitchen or bar, and those who provided cakes, slices and raffle prizes. A special mention goes to Iris Sidebottom, who continues to sponsor this event in honour of her mum, Mabel Vearing. Thanks also to Millie Cumming for donating prizes for the Salver runners up. Saturday was another cold start, but the club saw its best field in some time, with 25 players taking to the fairways. The game was Par, and players had the choice of which course to play, with many choosing the longer course, offering more handicap flexibility. Two grades were awarded. A grade was won by the president, Alex Smith, on countback from playing partner Mark Hannigan and both finishing with an impressive plus three. B grade was won by Dee Wright, with a standout plus five. Dee said she wasn’t sure where the form came from, but she was happy to find some touch again. Runner up was visitor Sophie Batten, with a strong plus two. This was Sophie’s first competition round, and she was delighted, as was her dad, Tim. Line balls went to Dale Smith (plus two), Lyn Carracher (plus one) and Owen “The Ox” Smith, who played well in his first round of the year, also scoring plus one. Nearest the pins were won by Scoota Donovan (fifth), Lyn Carracher (eighth), and Dale Smith (14th and 18th). The drive and pitch on the seventh went to Scoota, while Adam Harrap, back for his first game in a while, won a ball for his second to the 17th. The birdie hole went unclaimed. This Saturday is the June Medal which is the Stroke event off the blue and red tees. Best wishes and safe travels to the Smith and Donovan families as they head off on a well earned break. Good golfing to all. EUROA LADIES GOLF By EMILY FRAVEL THERE were 18 women who played on Wednesday for a round of Par. Nine played 18 holes, with the winner on the day being Faye Mollison with minus three. Balls down the line went to Robin Lied and Leah Smith, both finishing with minus four. Sponsors were Gail Allen and Robin Lied. The nine hole winner was Michelle Thomson with 13 points. Runners up were Jo Hoare and Olga Hill. Sponsor was Annette Smith. Nearest to the pins: Eighth: Retained by the club, sponsored by Evans Accounting. 12th: Retained by the club, sponsored by May Hamilton. 18th: Won by Sarah Bullen, sponsored by Burtons Stores. Drive and Pitch: Fifth: Won by Lorraine Ellis, sponsored by Trotters Mitre 10. 15th: Won by Michelle Thomson, sponsored by Levenia Redfern. On Saturday, the third and final round of the Watkins Trophy was played, along with the Monthly Medal, in a round of Stroke. Fifteen women took to the course in good conditions. The winner on the day was Susan Harding with a net 72. Balls down the line went to Jean Duff (net 73), Emily Flavel (net 74) and Lorraine Ellis (net 74). Sponsors were Gail Allen and Robin Lied. Susan Harding also took home the Monthly Medal, which is sponsored by Drummond Golf Shepparton. The B grade scratch winner was Ros Doxey with 102-26-76 (sponsored by Dot Rule), and least putts went to Lorraine Ellis with 27 (sponsored by Mary Dewis). Nearest to the pins: Eighth: Retained by the club, sponsored by Kae Lummas. 12th: Won by Gail Allen, sponsored by Strathbogie Tractors. 18th: Won by Marion McMartin, sponsored by Burtons Stores. Drive and Pitch: Fifth: Won by Emily Flavel, sponsored by McKernans Engineering. 15th: Won by Kae Lummas, sponsored by Lorraine Ellis. The third shot on the 17th was retained by the club, sponsored by Tehan, George and Co. Special congratulations to the team of Michelle Thomson, Marion McMartin and Robin Lied for winning the Mabel Vearing Salver at Avenel on Thursday. This Saturday night, the Eurockafellas will be performing at the Euroa Golf Course; tickets are $25 and the event begins at 7.30pm with a light supper provided. Please support the club and purchase tickets for a night of music and dancing. Contact Ros on 0419 389 963 to book. STRATHBOGIE GOLF CLUB By KRISTEN MOORE WE played Stableford in cooler conditions on Saturday. It’s remarkable how a little bit of rain can make such a difference. Thank you to Phil Fry, Allan Rowarth, and John Moore for all the work they carried out on the course during the week. The men’s winner was David Kennett with 33 points, and the ladies’ winner was Bec Newham, also with 33 points. The handicapper will need to catch up with her soon, as Bec has been enjoying a great run of wins. Lineballs were won by Allan Rowarth with 32 points, Phil Fry with 32 points, Nathan Macaulay with 32 points, and Anthony Newham with 31 points. Nearest the pin winners were: Fourth: Phil Fry. Eighth: David Kennett. 15th: Kerry Hewlett. 17th: Kevin Chenhall. The men’s drive and pitch was won by Nathan Macaulay, and the ladies’ won by Kerry Hewlett. Next week we will be playing a three person Ambrose. Please bring your friends and even those without a handicap can play. Tee off time will be 12.30pm. A reminder that Saturday night is our monthly dinner. Please book with Kristen on 0408 577 784 and let her know how many people will be attending.

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