Thankfully a break in the wet weather gave SdM a chance to host it's annual Christmas Hamper competition followed by the Carol Concert conducted by David Taylor with our Captain Mags Taylor on the keyboard.
As usual the format is a Texas Scramble with the teams having very similar handicaps to give all a chance. The results will be announced at the Christmas Party. Congratulations to all the organisers who continually give us their time and effort.
All competitors were asked to bring some food for a buffet, the uptake was fabulous and we all ate very well.
There were some fabulous costumes, lots of Santa hats and Christmas Jumpers! The prizes for the best dressed Man and Lady went to Daniele Gambetta and Jill Edwards.
Thursday 1st December Ladies Day started off cold and grey, thankfully the weather got warmer and brighter. 31 SDM ladies and guests played a Seattle Shambles, some in the traditional Christmas jumpers. The presentation was held after a delicious lunch at Chrissy’s restaurant in Lagoa. Seven non golfing guests joining the lunch making it a lively, fun day to remember.
Congratulations to all the Nearest the Pin winners; Hole 3 Alison Hudson & Anneke Wiggers de Vries Hole 5 Wendy Burns & Jan Bell Hole 8 Ria Raap & Mags Taylor Hole 11 Maddy Van Kleef & Judith Greenwood Hole 13 Julie Barratt & Henriette Etienne Hole 15 Denise Hennin & Barbara Briggs
What a great day.
We were very lucky with the weather for the Jimmy Goodfellow Quaich competition. It was wonderful to see a full house. This demonstrated the respect for Jimmy, a true Gentleman. 80 members including their guests turned up to celebrate the day and of course Saint Andrew by meeting for a tasty lunch and entertainment by the Poor Man’s Band. We were very honored that Dawn Goodfellow, accompanied by Daisy who agreed to present the prizes. €106 was raised for the Captain’s Charity, well done SdM and the all the prize winners. A big thanks to all the Scots who continue to donate some great prizes.
On Thursday 27th October the SDM ladies played for the Thursday Ladies Trophy.
The day started with very grey and damp weather but the weather improved and the atmosphere was bright and sunny!
There were 4 ladies all on 37 points, count back went to the last three holes!
Congratulations to Wendy Emrich, the winner with 38 points.
2nd Elaine Milor 37-18/19
3rd Julia Hall. 37-20/17 (12-8)
4th Karen Huxtable 37-20/17. (12-7)
There was an admirable gathering of Past Captains at Silves this week. 12 in fact, they were all warmly greeted by this year's Captain Mags Taylor before lining up for the obligatory photo.
The competition was, as always, hard fought and this year the winner was decided on count back.
After the golf the Past Captains and partners along with Mags all met at Chrissy's in Lagoa for an exceptional meal and the formal presentation. Special mention to Mel and Karen Huxtable who came straight from Alvor Hospital.
Photos and Results:
A party of 35 SDM golfers, accompanied by 5 non-playing guests/partners, recently enjoyed 4 nights at the Quinta da Marinha Golf Resort, on the outskirts of Cascais. Threatened heavy rain, hailstones, and lightning never materialised (except at night). The golf course was tough – especially on the first day – but those who persevered eventually produced some good scores :-
Day 1 - Men Ladies
Mick Caudle 34 points Marijke Rombouts 31 points
Tommy Sundin 33 points Jill Edwards 28 (16) points
Ian Wakenshaw 31 points Barbara Briggs 28 (14) points
Day 2 - Men Ladies
John Hall 35 points Barbara Briggs 33 (16-11) points
Wayne Sinfield 33 points Julia Hall 33 (16-9) points
Tommy Sundin 32 points Del Burtenshaw 29 points
Overall Winners
Tommy Sundin Barbara Briggs
This years annual President's Day Trophy competition attrachted another large field of 71 players. The weather was wonderful and the course in splendid condition.
Our usual half way house was absent due to high winds but the players were well served with refreshments from Marja and Maddy (with a little help from Tweedy) from the back of the President's car! The format was a Seattle Shambles and two of the winners, Peter and Wendy won for the second consecutive year.