With the summer season drawing to an end,all four majors completed, the focus for the top professionals of Europe and the US turn to the bi-annual team matchplay battle known as the Ryder Cup. Hazletine in America, is the venue and Europe are the current holders of the trophy. Captain Darren Clarke has three wildcards to add to his qualifiers. 

I personally would add the experienced Lee Westwood after his recent form, German Martin Kaymer and possibly a surprise in American based Russell Knox, one of the straightest drivers of the ball and an excellent putter, ideal for the format. Other potential picks include Graeme McDowell, Luke Donald, Shane Lowery and Alex Noren. I'm sure their will be many twists and turns in the coming weeks before the event.


 

Captain's day 2016 - Sunday, 28 September 

Please support the Captain and his Charity the Hope Cove Lifeboat. Spaces are still available for this event. The competition chosen by this years captain Alastair Proctor is a 18 hole individual Stableford off full handicap with 3 prizes in each division. 

In addition there will be prizes for the best gross score of the day, the best senior and the best junior. Spot prizes include closest to the pins and a chance to "beat the pro" on the short first. 

Contact the Professional for times (01548 560715). 


 

6 Hole Shoot-Out 

The second Tuesday evening "Shoot Out" took place this week. The format is full handicap Stableford over the first 6 holes. The best 3 scores and ties in each category qualify for a sudden death playoff where the winner takes all!! 

The men's / junior section was won on the first extra hole by Chris Kivell and the ladies section by Liz Lacon on the 4th extra hole!! Two 2's were recorded by General Manager Keith Crawford and Graeme Fairley sharing the pot. 

The competition runs every Tuesday from 4pm until 6pm, please book via the shop or through the BRS system online.


 

Time to upgrade / update your trolley

We here at Thurlestone stock the Motocaddy range, with prizes starting at £299 for a 18 hole lead acid battery and £399 for an 18 hole lithium battery. 

We also offer a comprehensive repair service, which Jack is in charge of, so if anyone needs any advice or work done on their existing one please contact the shop.

You can contact the shop by clicking here.