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Daughter and mother a winning combination Bob Sailor
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Support Scotty In what could be called a true “gene pool” of ability, the first and only “Daughter & Mother” winning combination registered at Surfers Paradise Golf Club, was recently accomplished when Amy Harding won the 2012 Associates Club Championship, and her mother Velma won the “Low Net” award. Both ladies competed in the A grade competition. As the overall A Grade Champion, Amy’s 312 total score over the four-round tournament was considered to be excellent considering the unfavourable conditions of rain and wind during the four days of competition. Like all mothers tend to do, Amy’s mother was supportive of her daughter’s play, but still did her best to keep up with her daughter’s scoring. Mother Velma’s reward was winning the A Grade Low Net with a score of 302 while playing off of a 10 handicap.
Adam Scott is a champion golfer and a champion person. Yes, he got nervous trying to win his first major at this year’s British Open, but near-success doesn’t mean failure. He came second. Like he did at the Masters with Jason Day. Coming second in a major translates to coming second in the world. It’s a pretty impressive achievement that very few people attain. Instead of praising his sixty-eight holes of glorious golf, the media honed-in on his knee-knocking last four holes. Adam Scott is such a dignified human being who should have been shown more respect. Many of his fellow players
Amy, who plays off of a 2 handicap, has little time to practice due to her studies at University which occupies most of her time. Working part time in the hospitality industry, while taking a full load of university courses does not give a player much time to work on golfing skills, but Amy seems to accomplish all three with excellent results. When asked about the success of his daughter and wife in the tournament, Ross Harding simply replied “those golfing genes must have come from my wife’s side of the family.” •
Charging (for) your buggies
Links laughs: “I don’t think my wife would like it” A golfer accidentally overturned his cart. Elizabeth, a lady professional who lived in a villa on the golf course heard the noise and yelled over to him. “Hey, are you okay?” “I seem to be,” he replied. “Well, why don’t you come to my villa, rest a while and I’ll help you get the cart up later.” “That’s mighty nice of you,” he answered, “but I don’t think my wife would like it.” “Aw come on,” she insisted.
She was extremely pretty and very persuasive. “Well, okay,” he finally agreed. Then added, “but my wife isn’t going to like it.” After a strong drink, a neck massage and some personalised putting lessons, he thanked his host and headed toward the door. “I feel a lot better now, but I know my wife is going to be upset.” “Don’t be foolish!” Elizabeth said with a smile, “she won’t know anything. By the way, where is she?” “Under the cart,” he said
There is a major problem brewing within the golf industry. Clubs are charging players to use their own buggies, whether electric or motorised carts etc. A member from the Pinerivers Golf Club took his case to the Anti Discrimination tribunal and won, they appealed and he won again. The ruling given was that the clubs cannot discriminate against a player that requires an aid or implement to participate in the playing of sport (must hold a medical certificate) Several clubs have been informed of this ruling but they still charge $10.00 for that player to bring and use their own buggy. If the player holds a medical certificate and is charged, then that player can inform the A.D. that they were charged and legal action can be taken against the club. Also the clubs may not be aware that when you charge the player who uses their buggy, that the club is now held responsible insurance-wise
were quick to say that Scotty would soon be back holding a trophy aloft. He is certainly a deserving champion and a MAJOR player on the world circuit. Let’s support his talent and not criticise him so unrelentingly. He has done a lot for golf in this country and always encourages young players. Scott also has performed extensive charity work. He’s a good bloke! Kevin Nathaniel, Riverview NSW
for any damage caused to property or persons, as the charge now forms a contract with the club whilst that member is using the implement on their course. Golf Qld is aware of this ruling but again they walk away from sending information out to clubs. This all relates to boards and committees who are not aware or not prepared to listen, when given information about these matters. They are more concerned about making money, they should listen on occasions or finish up in court. P.S. The gentleman who won the case is Mr Trevour Hawkins from Pinerivers Golf Club. Not only did he win but the club had to provide a parking bay near the clubhouse with a handicap sign painted on the ground. Anthony Foran, President, Woodford Veterans.
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