Greetings from Matt
A message from Operations Director Bryan Davies:
Reciprocal Use
As some of you are aware, unfortunately we have lost our reciprocal agreement with The Vale Golf Club, Evesham as from June 30th but I am delighted to inform you that I have organised reciprocal use for our members at Abbey Vale Royal Golf Club in Northwich, Cheshire which is just under an hour’s drive away.
The par 72 course is set in 150 acres of beautiful Cheshire countryside and its clubhouse is a set within the majestic 16th century Vale Royal Abbey with stunning views across the course. Both clubs have agreed to do this on a trial basis so I kindly ask that you strictly follow the below terms and conditions
- All bookings to be done through your Club Professional
- Membership must be valid at the time of playing
- Bookings allowed after 9am in the week and after 11am at the weekends
- Groups of 12 or more must book a food package ie breakfast or lunch or dinner
- Max of 6 visits per annum per member
- Clubs’ rules must be adhered to at all times
If you would like further information about Vale Royal Abbey Golf Club please visit www.vra.co.uk
I hope you enjoy this new benefit to your membership and from having being there myself it is well worth a visit. Can I also ask that we give their members a big warm Chase welcome when their members visit us.
Wishing you well for the rest of the season
Bryan Davies, Operations Director
Tiger's Back!
Like him or hate him there is no denying Tiger Woods is good for the game of golf. With Tiger not playing the US Open this year the crowds and the TV viewing numbers were at an all time low for that tournament, it’s no wonder Tiger demands 6 figure appearance fees! He is already outright favourite for the British Open which is no surprise as he breezed to victory at Hoylake in 2006.
US Open draw results – (vouchers now available in The Performance Centre)
1st Alan Milner £50
2nd Barrie Morgan £30
Tied 3rd all getting £4.50 - John Garbett, Ian Lawley,Alan Cooke, Graham Mcleod
Look out for the British Open draw available now in the Starters Hut.
The Club Championships and the Chase Chalice are now bookable via the touch screen terminal.
The Men’s Invitation took place last Saturday and the course was in fabulous condition for the guests who played.
Proving that preparation is the key with a Friday practice round serial winners Paul Nichols with his guest Ian Thwaites a past member himself came out on top by a single stoke.
- Paul Nichols & Ian Thwaites 67
- Lance Round & P Raybould 68
- Simon White & Andy Shortland 68
- John Leishman & P Wilson 69
The June Medal followed the Invitation on Sunday.
Competition Winner – Russ Gough Nett 69 £20
Div 1
Rob Hughes Nett 72 £15
Pete Bryant Nett 73 £10
Paul Thacker
Div 2
John Garbett Nett 70 £15
Ray Jackson Nett 73 £10
Bob Preston Nett 73 £5
Div 3
- S. Edwards Nett 73 £15
- Glynn Taylor Nett 73 £10
- Melvyn Smart Nett 73 £5
The Junior June medal was also played last Sunday.
- Sam Ruston Nett 67
- Liam Bills Nett 73
Under 11’s Winner – Jake Patterson Nett 66
LE no. 6 took place on Monday 16th with 92 entrants.
Results were:
Div 1
- Alan Richardson 35 points
- Graham Bunch 35 points
- Kelsal KG Gunn 35 points
Div 2
- Robert Bathgate 38 points
- D Hadley 37 points
- Ivor IG Hale 37 points
28 handicap winner - Brian Hartley 34 points
On Tuesday 17 the Ladies Jubilee Cup (Ladies/Seniors) took place. The results were:
- L McLeod, G Wedge 39 points
- A Jones, M Etheridge 36 points
£171 was raised for St Giles Hospice and the next scheduled competition is the Remembrance Trophy (donated by Gill Lees) on 22nd July. Entry forms are posted on both the Ladies and Seniors notice boards.
Finally the Davis family continue to demonstrate their golfing prowess with the senior member of their clan, Richard, finishing first in the over 69’s category (and second overall) in the Borth and Ynyslas Open with a fine score of 40 points. Well done Richard, hope you’ve told the handicap committee??
This week’s fixtures are:
- Monday 23rd LE No 4
- Tuesday 24th Interclub match away at Castle GC
- Thursday 26th - Veterans away at Blyth Bridge, Interclub team away at Lichfield
And the following week:
- Monday 30th LE No 7
- Thursday 3rd July Seniors Interclub match at home to Perton
All relevant match sheets are on the notice boards.
Online tee time bookings
You will soon notice a new look online booking procedure via the normal website. This is a new update and should make the booking process a little smoother.
We have now also launched a new app for your Smartphone which will allow you to make tee time bookings through your phone. I have been trialing this for a few weeks now and it really is a simple process, you can even book your phone contacts in ay the click of a button and it will update your calendar instantly. Click here for more information. The App is FREE and available for download now.
For the month of June the club is offering discounted membership when golf partners join the Health Club. If you'd like to know more about this please click here or contact the membership team.
