On behalf of the Golf Shop Team, I would like to extend our best wishes for a successful and enjoyable golfing season ahead.
We are currently in Round 2 of the various Knockout Events, and we encourage all members to schedule their upcoming matches as we enter a busy time of the year.
I would also like to take this opportunity to warmly welcome our new members to Manly Golf Club. We are thrilled to have you join our community, and we look forward to seeing you on the course.
The golf course continues to receive exceptional feedback, with many praising the quality of the playing surfaces. Following a ‘solid tine’ coring renovation of the greens, they have recovered remarkably quickly, thanks to the hard work of our Golf Course Superintendent - Brenden Benad and his dedicated team.
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A special mention also goes to the ‘Green Army’ for their continued efforts in maintaining the course to such high standards
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Additionally, we have recently completed Fitting Days with Titleist, Callaway and Mizuno, with Taylor Made locked in for Wednesday 9 April - only a few spots left on the booking sheet. We encourage you to take advantage of these opportunities to enhance your game. th
Please feel free to visit the Golf Shop for expert advice, special bookings, apparel, or any golfing equipment you may need.
Wishing you all a fantastic year of golf ahead.
Best regards,
NEW GOLF SHOP STAFF
Stephen Tieck
Mr Williams
William McLaughlan
Please welcome Stephen Tieck to the Golf Shop Team, for those members who have not yet met Stephen
Stephen is a fully qualified PGA Professional who brings a wealth of experience to Manly Golf Shop as a former Head Professional at Federal GC in Canberra for some 10 years, and recently Head Professional at Alice Springs GC for the past 15 years.
Please introduce yourself to Stephen who is looking forward to meeting the membership
Please welcome William McLauglan who has joined the Golf Shop Team as a casual employee
William is an established young golfer with a plus 2 handicap and comes for one of our reciprocal clubs, The Otago, in Dunedin, New Zealand. Will has won numerous in his province and was the leading qualifier, in last year’s New Zealand Amateur Championships.
Please introduce yourself to William who is looking forward to meeting the membership.
Taylor Made Fitting Day
Wednesday, 9th April 7 00am-1 00pm
Bookings essential - for those wanting woods, see early booking times. Click to Book: Taylor Made Fitting Day
FAREWELL TO TED STERLING
It is with mixed emotions that we announce the upcoming departure of Ted Sterling at the end of next month. Ted has been an invaluable member of our team at the Golf Shop for the past four years Initially employed as a Course Marshall, Ted later took on a part-time role in ‘Outside Services’ while also overseeing the maintenance of the Club’s fleet of motorized carts.
For those who may not be acquainted with Ted, he is a former Club Professional at Manly Golf Club, where he served from 1976 to 1983. Ted's distinguished career in the golfing industry spans over six decades, and his contributions have been far-reaching
Ted (pictured at Manly GC with Johnny Miller circa late 70’s) & in 2025 receiving his PGA ‘60 Year Member’ acknowledgement
Ted is a PGA Member with more than 60 years of experience in the industry. His career began as the Head Professional at Kingston Heath Golf Club, after which he moved on to Manly Golf Club and Riverside Oaks Ted’s remarkable achievements in the industry include founding the Society of Golf Course Architects, ‘designing and owning’ Riverside Oaks, which later became the home of the Australian PGA, as well as designing and constructing Bonville Golf Resort.
In addition to his work as a course designer, Ted has served as a registered expert witness in Australian courts for over 40 years, providing expert reports on various matters related to the golf industry, including accidents, safety issues, and insurance claims.
Having grown up during the golden era of Australian golf, Ted had the privilege of competing alongside legends such as Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Peter Thomson, Kel Nagle, Doug Bachli, Billy Dunk, Bob Stanton He became a member of Huntingdale Golf Club and, as an Honorary Cadet at Royal Melbourne Golf Club, had the opportunity to be mentored by Peter Thomson. The influence and encouragement of Peter Thomson were pivotal in shaping Ted’s lifelong commitment to the world of golf.
As a testament to his exceptional career, Ted will be awarded "Lifetime Membership" by the Australian Professional Golfers Association later this year, in recognition of his remarkable achievements and dedication to the profession and services to golf.
We extend our deepest gratitude to Ted for his years of service and wish him all the best in his future endeavours
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JUNIORDEVELOPMENTPROGRAM
For the past decade, Manly Golf Club, with the generous support of its members, has had the privilege of sending one or two of our leading junior golfers to compete in the prestigious ‘International Junior Masters Invitational’ at East Aurora Golf Club in New York, held from June 23-27. This event is renowned as the oldest and most prestigious Junior Invitational in North America, drawing top junior golfers from across the globe.
Last year, Manly’s own Liam Jordan (pictured) made an impressive showing, leading the International Stroke Play after Round 1 with a 3-under-par 68. He went on to finish 6th overall in the Open Stroke Play Championship and ultimately reached the final four in the match play event.
This year, the three junior golfers selected to represent Manly Golf Club are Liam Jordan, Rory Page, and Jack Hugill, all of whom have demonstrated outstanding performance in the NSW Junior Rankings Additionally, all three players have once again represented Manly GC in the Major Pennant Team this year.
The proceeds raised at next Wednesday’s Captains vs. Presidents Day will contribute directly to the Junior Development Program, which, in turn, will help subsidize the boys' travel expenses
Furthermore, members who wish to make a direct contribution to the Junior Development Program may do so by contacting Administration - accounts@manlygolf com au or by accessing the donation form via the link.
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2025 has already seen some unbelievable rounds from various members.
‘Hats off’ to the following stars for their stellar play:
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Collier (30) 43 Points
Gillis (31) 43 Points
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rdan (SCR) 40 points, 4 Under Par
rdan (SCR) 63, ‘7 Under Par’
(Harvey Norman Jnr – Strathfield)
Rory Page (3) net 65, 3 Under Par
Harry Peterson (+2) 42 points, ‘8 Under Par’
Sarah Smith (21) 43 points
David Watkins (6 ) net 63, 2 Under Par
Please be advised that ‘forward bookings for guests’ on Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays may be made in advance by contacting: Philip Baird - philip.baird@manlygolf.com.au or Shane Wilkinson - golfadmin@manlygolf.com.au
MEN’s CLINICS
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Men’s Chipping & Pitching
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Men’s Putting
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Men’s Bunkers & Pitching
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Men’s Bunkers & Pitching
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WOMEN’S CLINICS
Monday 7th April 9:00am-10:00am
Women’s Chipping & Bunkers
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Monday 21st April 9:00am-10:00am
Women's Pitching
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Monday 28th April 9:00am-10:00am
Women's Putting
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Women's Putting
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Thursday 22 May 1:00pm-2:00pm nd Long Game
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PRACTICE FAIRWAY RULES
Members are reminded that safety is paramount on the practice fairway. As per the MGC By Laws: Players must register with Golf Shop prior to using practice fairway. Players are restricted to irons only - hit up to 150m
Be mindful of players on the 10 hole th Range Balls are not to be collected
All Golf Balls must be personalised as part of this promotion. Delivery guide of a maximum of eight weeks for Australia. There is a limit of one (1) free dozen per customer All personalised promotion orders must be of the same ball type and imprint and all golf balls must be imprinted. Imprint in in black text in CAPITALS only. Only available in white Pro V1, Pro V1x, Pro V1x Left Dash and AVX.
To place an order, please speak with Golf Shop Staff or email Colin directly on: colin.hunt@manlygolf.com.au
CALLAWAY PARADYM Ai SMOKE RANGE
TITLEIST VOKEY WEDGES
NEW CALLOWAY ELYTE
We have just taken delivery of the new Callaway Elyte Model with both Male & Female Demonstration Drivers, Fairway Woods & HyBrids available
SCOTTY CAMERON PUTTERS
2025 Range now in store
Abacus Wet Weather Jackets & Layers
HITTINGOUTOFHEAVYROUGH
This week, Philip Baird offers valuable advice to help golfers escape from our heavy rough.
When the ball is nestled down in the rough, the heel of the club tends to dig in first at impact, causing the clubface to close and resulting in the ball veering left or staying low to the ground. In light of this, golfers are advised not to be overly ambitious with distance Instead, they should opt for a club with a bit more loft, such as a 7 or 8 iron, to help lift the ball into the air and progress it down the fairway.
In brief, select a club with more loft, open your stance, position ball forward in stance, 60% of your weight on left leg, firm left hand grip & hit through the ball.
