Women's Golf News

Well Hello to you all! Another week has come and gone.... and, on the golf course at least, it's been a sloshy one! Muddy pants, filthy shoes, wet socks and grubby clubs were the order of the day on both Tuesday and Thursday this week. Is the course EVER going to dry out? The 8th Hole is proving very difficult for us gals, and we need to use our Course Management strategies to get to the green. The creek seems to be a magnet for our golf balls - luckily it's not too deep!

For most of us, the course is playing very hard. HOWEVER, one of our women members seems to finding the course not too bad! SUE FLAXMAN had an incredible round yesterday AND SCORED A HOLE IN ONE ON 14TH!!!!!

CONGRATULATIONS SUE ON THIS TERRIFIC FEAT!

NOVICE 9 HOLES.
The new initiative that we have brought in on Friday mornings at 10.30am with the new members playing some holes and getting to know the course, started this morning. We had a fantastic roll up of 7 new girls, all keen as mustard to learn how to play this funny game we call golf! Thanks to Jane Whittaker, Carole Turpie, Fran Dubiez and Sue Olson for lending a helping hand. Our Captain, Dave Burgess, also came along and took out a group - how wonderful!
If any new members would like to come along and join in, please phone the Pro Shop and pop your name down - the more the merrier. Also, if any "Old" members (men or women) feel as though they could spare an hour or so on a Friday morning, please contact Dave or myself.

DAILY RESULTS
Tuesday 22nd June - Stableford. Winner with a lovely 37pts - Jenny Ogg. R/U - Andrea Tomlin (36pts). NTP - 2nd shot on 11th - Suzanne Ayre
Thursday 24th June - Bernadette Brown Trophy.
Winner with 35pts pts - Sue Flaxman. R/U - Jenny Ogg (c/b).
NTP - 2nd shot  - Sue Flaxman
Pro Pin (in the hole) - Sue Flaxman
What a truly wonderful day you had Sue, you certainly scooped the pool - Well Done! Thank you for the champagne - it was a lovely gesture.

WHAT'S COMING UP?
Next Tuesday (29th June) is the Hi/Lo Foursomes. The draw is on the computer. Please check to see who you are playing with, and maybe give them a buzz to discuss tactics! Foursomes is fun, even if your partner puts you behind a tree!!If you drive off the 1st Tee, then you drive off all the odd numbered holes.
Thursday 1st July - Stableford on the Blue Course.
Saturday 3rd July - Stroke
Tuesday 6th and Thursday 8th - The Pamela Tallents Trophy.
You have been allocated teams according to the time you have been a member at BGC. The teams are called - Gibbergunyah (under 5yrs) and Wingecarribee (over 5 years)
Team Captain for the Gibbergunyah Team, or Gibbers for short, is CHRIS LEVY.
Team captain for the Wingecarribee Team, or Wingers for short, is WENDY BURKE.

The two captains will be contacting you shortly.
The competition on 6th July is 4BBB. The competition on 8th July is Foursomes.
We are really looking forward to this fun new event, honouring our Life Member - Pam Tallents.

Wattle Day is on Thursday 5th August. The sign up sheet is in the Women's Locker Room.
Pam Barker is collecting any items for a Raffle for Wattle Day- entitled "Spring into Life". If you have anything, such as 'Spring Leg of Lamb', or 'Spring Chicken', please either leave your goodies on the table in the locker room or give them directly to Pam.

SLOW PLAY
Yep - here it is again!! This is an extract from "Inside Golf "which might help to speed up our rounds. As they point out at the end, we don't want you to run from shot to shot and not take time over your strokes, but just be mindful of where you are in relation to the group in front.
Here are some ways that you can speed up your round.

BE EARLY TO THE TEE: Make it a point to be at the first tee at least 5-10 minutes before your scheduled tee time.

PLAY READY GOLF: Except in Match Play, “honours” are a thing of the past. If the fairway/green is clear ahead, then someone in your group should already be hitting. After hitting, walk briskly to your ball. On the way, think about the next shot. Estimate the distance or club selection. Be ready to hit immediately. Limit your practice swings/pre-shot routine to a reasonable level. If you are ready to play (and others are still walking to their ball), and it is safe to do so, then hit.

WATCH EVERY SHOT, UNTIL IT STOPS: Lost balls are a main contributor to slow play. So, when you hit your ball, watch the ball UNTIL IT STOPS MOVING. This guarantees that you will never have to say “I thought I saw it go here somewhere.” Then, do the same for EVERY BALL IN YOUR GROUP. You will be amazed how much quicker it is for your group to find a ball when there are six eyes tracking it. If a wayward ball finds the rough/trees, etc, then immediately pick a landmark (small bush, tree, discolouration, rock, etc) and note it aloud to your playing partners. And if there is any doubt, never, EVER say “Ahhh, we SHOULD be able to find it…”. Just hit a provisional.

PARK YOUR BUGGY/BAG APPROPRIATELY: When sharing a cart, don’t wait for your partner to hit before going to your ball. Hop out with a few clubs (and a rangefinder, if you have one) and walk to your own ball while they play. When on or near the green, you should always park your cart/buggy on the side of the green which is closest to the next tee. Never leave it at the front of the green, or on the wrong side. The goal should always be to get to the next tee as efficiently and quickly as possible. If necessary (i.e. in a bunker), take multiple clubs with you (i.e. a wedge and your putter, etc.)
BUNKER PLAY: If your partner needs to play from a bunker, it may be advantageous to let them play first, as the rest of you can then play while he/she rakes up. If two players are in the bunker, then it may be quicker if one offers to rake up for both. If a partner skulls a shot over the green, then offer to rake the bunker for them while they move to their next shot.
READ THE GREEN: Begin estimating the slopes/breaks for putt BEFORE you reach the green.  Then, when putting, determine/confirm the speed/break while your partners are playing their shots. When it is your turn, you should be ready to putt immediately. If you miss a putt, don’t stand there fuming. Watch the ball as it goes past the hole (to determine the break for your next putt) and quickly prepare for your next shot.
KEEP UP: The old rule rings true: keep up with the group ahead, not just ahead of the group behind. If you fall behind, have a player in your group putt out, then hurry to the next tee while the others are putting. If you are falling well behind, then let the group behind hit up or play through. And when marking the scorecard, do it at the next tee, not the green. Hitting off the Tee before marking your card also saves time.

PICK UP: If you are out of a hole, and the comp allows it, then pick up and move on.
HAVE FUN: Look, I’m not asking you to rush through your game willy nilly. Remember, golf is a game to be savoured and enjoyed. But if we all take some of these pointers on to the course, then we can all enjoy the game together.

Richard Fellner

The Solar devices on the various greens seem to be working HURRAH!! It appears that the Corellas have moved to greener pastures .... let's hope they stay there. 

Let's hope the rain has gone for a while, and the course starts to dry out.

Have a wonderful weekend everybody, and look forward to seeing you at golf next week.

Annie Geddes

By all accounts, it was a cold and blustery day yesterday playing the qualifying rounds for the Barbara McCarthy Trophy and the Rosevale Plate. Well done to all of those stalwarts who were out there competing!! Results and draws for both events can be found later in the blog.

We have a lovely number of new women members - welcome to you all! Some are novices and some are coming back to golf after an absence.
There are a number of new initiatives to encourage you back to golf and to improve your game - we all need that!
One of these initiatives is a NOVICE clinic next Thursday (24th), given by our trainee pro - Anthony. Only 4 places are available ... so get in quick! Anthony will work on your SWINGS - SHORT GAME AND FULL SWING.
The 2nd initiative starts on Friday 25th June where new members play 9 holes with "old" members. Starting at 10.30am, there are a few timeslots allocated to this FUN way of getting into golf. Come on, give it a go!! Men are welcome too!!

The final of the Jubilee Foursomes was played on Tuesday, with Barb Clayton and Clare Stanham winning 3/2. CONGRATULATIONS!! The pair beat Netti Buchanan and Chris Levy. It was a tough match and an interesting one to referee!!
The 8th hole proved to be the turning point in the match with the defeated pair having enormous trouble keeping away from the fence line and penalty area.......

On the subject of matches - and there are a few being played at the moment. Don't forget to play off the plates, and use the scorecards that the Pro Shop will give you with the correct Match Play index.
The Match committee have now made it OPTIONAL to have a referee for final matches, rather than it being MANDATORY. If you would like a referee at any time, you only have to ask one of the committee, and we will be more than willing to help you.

DAILY RESULTS
Saturday 12th June - Par - Winner was Sandy Short with -3 (C/B). R/U - Chris Levy
One of our newer members played - Heather Wallace, and scored a very commendable -5. Not bad for your first 18 holes Heather!!!!

Tuesday 15th June - Ambrose. WOW - this game was a hit with everyone. We haven't had an Ambrose event for quite some time, and it appeared that you all loved the competition.
Winning Team was Virginia Wozniak, Ellen Goodwin & Pam Barker with a fantastic score of 61.333 Nett.
R/U's were Fran Dubiez, Suzanne Ayre & Jane Kilmister with 64.5 Nett
NTP - 2nd shot on 4th - Di Lindsay

Thursday 17th June - QF Rd for Barbara McCarthy Trophy and Rosevale Plate.
Overall Winner was Jane Kilmister with 34pts. R/U - Wendy Burke - 30pts.
NTP - 2nd shot on 12th - Chris Levy. Pro Pin - Jane Kilmister - $45.00.

CONGRATULATIONS GIRLS!!!
The following are the qualifiers for the Barbara McCarthy Trophy:-
1. Wendy Burke
2. Jenny Ogg
3. Chris Levy
4. Ellen Goodwin
5. Di Mellen
6. Jane Whittaker
7. Jane Clifford
8. Jill Scott

The draw is - 1 V 8, 2 V 7, 3 V 6 & 4 V 5. See noticeboard for draw.

The following are the qualifiers for the Rosevale Plate:-
1. Jane Kilmister
2. Faye Frith
3. Sonya Bleakley
4. Sandy Short
5. Carole Turpie
6. Barb Mead

The draw is - 1  BYE, 2  BYE, 3 V 6 & 4 V 5. See noticeboard for draw.

WELL DONE TO YOU ALL!!
The first round has to be played by Sunday 25th July 2021.

For those stalwarts still in the challenge Bowl, the next round has to be played by Sunday 11th July 2021.

Whittaker’s Winners 

• HFM -  There are so many things to choose in this fabulous market but it can be overwhelming when you just want a couple of items to have with a drink or add to a grazing platter. I can highly recommend the freshly made HFM guacamole. It’s usually displayed on Ice, on a freestanding table as you enter the store. It has a bit of a kick to it and is delicious on a blini with a prawn on top.  Another must to try is the Fresh Fodder white taramasalata in the refrigerated section.  Accompany these dips with some Mission white corn chips or torn up pita bread and of course a bottle of wine.  How easy is that!

• Coles -  Attention all grandmas! School hols are approaching and this is a ‘must have’ in the freezer. Golden Wok (no other brands come close) chicken dim sims.  These frozen little winners are bite size and have so many uses.  Add them to soups, bake them in the oven, no need to fry, or simply  steam them.  Kids adore them added to 2 min noodles with some broccolini and shallots etc. I use chicken stock instead of water.  The frozen dim sims take 8 mins to cook in this manner  Don’t forget to add some soy sauce.

• K Mart - As promised, I have another super item from this rather curious store.  I say that because suddenly amongst the somewhat predictable items is a ‘find’ like the faux coral.  This is a jute door stopper for $7.00 and is a fun gift to put aside for a rainy day.
  

  Happy shopping 
  Jane

WHAT'S COMING UP?
Saturday 19th June - Stableford
Tuesday 22nd June - Stableford
Thursday 24th June - Bernadette Brown Memorial Trophy (stableford). PRESENTATION
Tuesday 29th June - Hi/Lo Foursomes.
WE WILL BE DOING THE DRAW FOR THIS AND PUTTING IT ON THE COMPUTER ON THURSDAY 24TH JUNE, SO PLEASE POP YOUR NAMES DOWN BEFORE THEN.

DON'T FORGET TO PUT YOUR NAMES DOWN FOR THE PAMELA TALLENTS TROPHY (6TH & 8TH JULY). SHEET IS IN THE LOCKER ROOM. WE WOULD LOVE NEW MEMBERS TO SIGN UP!!!

***Just a note from the Greenstaff - GUR is now shown using WHITE paint.

RULES OF GOLF
DEFINITIONS
There are over 70 defined terms and these form the foundation around which the Rules are written. A good knowledge of the defined terms ( is very important to the correct application of the Rules. Here are a few of them.....

1. Abnormal Course ConditionAny of these four defined conditions:

• Animal Hole,
• Ground Under Repair,
• Immovable Obstruction, or
• Temporary Water.

2. AdviceAny verbal comment or action (such as showing what club was just used to make a stroke) that is intended to influence a player in:

• Choosing a club,
• Making a stroke, or
• Deciding how to play during a hole or round.

But advice does not include public information, such as:

• The location of things on the course such as the hole, the putting green, the fairway, penalty areas, bunkers, or another player’s ball,
• The distance from one point to another, or
• The Rules.

Interpretation Advice/1 - Verbal Comments or Actions That Are Advice
Examples of when comments or actions are considered advice and are not allowed include:

• A player makes a statement regarding club selection that was intended to be overheard by another player who had a similar stroke.
• In individual stroke play, Player A, who has just holed out on the 7th hole, demonstrates to Player B, whose ball was just off the putting green, how to make the next stroke. Because Player B has not completed the hole, Player A gets the penalty on the 7th hole. But, if both Player A and Player B had completed the 7th hole, Player A gets the penalty on the 8th hole.
• A player's ball is lying badly and the player is deliberating what action to take. Another player comments, "You have no shot at all. If I were you, I would decide to take unplayable ball relief." This comment is advice because it could have influenced the player in deciding how to play during a hole.
• While a player is setting up to hit his or her shot over a large penalty area filled with water, another player in the group comments, "You know the wind is in your face and it's 250 yards to carry that water?"

3. DropTo hold the ball and let go of it so that it falls through the air, with the intent for the ball to be in play.
If the player lets go of a ball without intending it to be in play, the ball has not been dropped and is not in play (see Rule 14.4).
Each relief Rule identifies a specific relief area where the ball must be dropped and come to rest.
In taking relief, the player must let go of the ball from a location at knee height so that the ball:

• Falls straight down, without the player throwing, spinning or rolling it or using any other motion that might affect where the ball will come to rest, and
• Does not touch any part of the player’s body or equipment before it hits the ground (see Rule 14.3b).

4. General AreaThe area of the course that covers all of the course except for the other four defined areas: (1) the teeing area the player must play from in starting the hole he or she is playing, (2) all penalty areas, (3) all bunkers, and (4) the putting green of the hole the player is playing.
The general area includes:

• All teeing locations on the course other than the teeing area, and
• All wrong greens.

Do hope you are all safe and well, and enjoying your golf and many other activities.
If you get a chance to see HAMILTON THE MUSICAL - GO!!! IT'S FABULOUS!!

SEE YOU ALL NEXT WEEK.
DON'T FORGET PRESENTATION NEXT THURSDAY - 24TH JUNE

Annie Geddes
Women's Captain

Fridays come around pretty quickly at the moment! Here we are again finding out what exciting things have been happening at BGC and beyond!
Firstly ..... the frosts! Here is a photo (courtesy of KK) taken pretty early yesterday morning. 

Even with this bitterly cold start, 18 wonderful women braced themselves for the Club Medal Round. A few just found it a wee bit too chilly and sought some warmth from the lovely fire in the clubhouse and a bowl of soup!! 10 girls finished the 18 holes. Good on Ya!!

On Tuesday, 12 women contested the Bowral/Goulburn Shield. We had a lovely day at Goulburn Golf Club - weather, golf and camaraderie were all the winners! Our girls played very well, but unfortunately Goulburn won 7/5. A tremendous effort girls - well done!

SCORECARDS AND MATCH PLAY
We are just about used to the new MiClub scorecards, and I think we all agree that it is much easier using the Reader/Scanner rather than manually entering our scores.
There is one little glitch on the back of the scorecards ..... the Women's Match index is incorrect. For those playing Match Play, please ask the Pro Shop for the "Match Play Cards". The women's index has been blacked out, and we use the Men's index, which is the Universal Index (recommended by Golf Australia), that we have been using for a couple of years. Please see notice in our locker room for more information on this topic.

Talking of Match Play - the final of The Jubilee Foursomes is being played on Tuesday at 10.36am - after the field. It would be great if you could stay and cheer the 4 girls as they finish.
The Finalists are:- Chris Levy & Netti Buchanan V Barb Clayton & Clare Stanham. Good Luck Girls!!

FEATHERED FOES!
You might have noticed on Holes 10, 12 and 14 a device to keep the Corellas away.
They are solar and send out light signals with ultrasonic soundwaves...here's hoping they have the desired effect. Please see image above.

DAILY RESULTS
Saturday 5th June - Stroke. Winner was Jenny Ogg with a Nett 78. R/U was Barb Mead - Nett 79.
Tuesday 8th June - Stableford on White Course. Winner with a lovely score of 36pts was Jan Ferguson. R/U on a countback was Penny Cuffe with 34pts.
Thursday 10th June Stroke Medal Rd 4/ McLeish Cup #2.
Division 1 Winner - Barb Clayton - 76 Nett. R/U - Annie Geddes - 82 Nett
Division 2 Winner - Ellen Goodwin - 77 Nett. R/U - Sue De Cseuz - 81 Nett
Division 3 Winner - Barb Mead - 81 Nett. R/U - Carole Turpie - 83 Nett
NTP - 2nd Shot on 15th - Jane Clifford. Pro Pin - Ellen Goodwin - $32.50.

Congratulations to you all!!

RULES - FREE RELIEF - FROM R & A RULES OF GOLF
Rule 16 covers when and how the player may take free relief by playing a ball from a different place, such as when there is interference by an abnormal course condition or a dangerous animal condition.

• These conditions are not treated as part of the challenge of playing the course, and free relief is generally allowed except in a penalty area.
• The player normally takes relief by dropping a ball in a relief area based on the nearest point of complete relief.

This Rule also covers free relief when a player’s ball is embedded in its own pitch mark in the general area.

Free relief is allowed for interference by an abnormal course condition (ACC), including an immovable obstruction, when the ball touches or lies in or on the condition, or the condition interferes with the area of intended stance or swing.

Free relief is allowed when the ball is in the general area and there is interference by an abnormal course condition. The nearest point of complete relief should be identified and a ball must be dropped in and come to rest in the relief area. The relief area is one club-length from the reference point, is not nearer to the hole than the reference point and must be in the general area. When taking relief, the player must take complete relief from all interference by the abnormal course condition.

When a ball is on the putting green and there is interference by an abnormal course condition, free relief may be taken by placing a ball on the spot of the nearest point of complete relief. The nearest point of complete relief must be either on the putting green or in the general area. If there is no such nearest point of complete relief, the player may still take this free relief by using the point of maximum available relief as the reference point, which must be either on the putting green or in the general area.

When a ball is embedded in the general area, free relief may be taken. The reference point for taking relief is the spot right behind where the ball is embedded. A ball must be dropped in and come to rest in the relief area. The relief area is one club-length from the reference point, is not nearer to the hole than the reference point and must be in the general area.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON FREE RELIEF PLEASE GO TO RULE 16 ON R&A WEBSITE.

WHAT'S COMING UP?
There are a few Trophy Events coming up in the next few weeks, so please keep an eye on the booking sheets on the computer and pop your names down.
There are also a couple of sign-on sheets in the locker room, Hi/Lo Foursomes and The Pamela Tallents Trophy. We would love to see these filled up!!

Saturday 12th June - Par
Tuesday 15th June - Ambrose - Teams of 3
Thursday 17th - Qualifying Rounds for Barbara McCarthy Memorial Trophy (Divisions 1 & 2) & Rosevale Plate (Division 3).
IF YOU WISH TO QUALIFY - PLEASE PUT "Q" ON THE TOP OF YOUR CARD.
Thursday 24th June - Bernadette Brown Memorial Trophy - Stableford.
The ToC's for the above Trophy Events are on the Noticeboard in Locker Room.

The Foursomes Championships are on the last week in August and first week in September - so maybe it's time to find a partner!! The way the months are flying by, August will be here in no time!

It's pretty cold and miserable outside now, so I'm going to sign off and have a cuppa.
Hope you all keep warm this weekend, and if you're playing golf - you'll need to wear at least 4 layers of clothing! The Hand Warmers are wonderful things - they are on special atm @ Priceline!!!!!

See you all next week.

Annie Geddes
Women's Captain.

Hello, hello, hello!! Another Friday has come around and it's time for the Blog again!
There is a lot to chat about today .... so stay tuned!
Firstly, well done to the hard-working team who have made huge improvements to the 8th and 9th Holes. The Green staff, and a bunch of volunteers, have been extremely productive over the last week digging, building, laying turf and making new paths. THANK YOU VERY MUCH!
HOWEVER...... we girls quite liked the shortened holes, especially when we scored 3/6 on the 8th!!!!! It's a pity we weren't handicapped! Sorry Ellie!
So, it's back to normal now, with GUR ruling on all earthworks, wheel and crawler tracks and roped off sections. The new creeks will be staked as PENALTY AREAS.
Please check the Captain's blog for more detail.

NOVICES TAKE NOTE!!!
A new initiative will be put in place in a couple of weeks (FRIDAY 25TH JUNE) to encourage our 'novice' players to play 9 holes. A few booking times on a Friday morning at 10.30am will be set aside for new/novice players (men and women) to play 9 holes with a member.
We would love to see as many new players as possible put their names down to play with a member.
ANY WOMAN MEMBER WHO CAN SPARE A COUPLE OF HOURS ON A FRIDAY MORNING TO BE PART OF THIS INITIATIVE, PLEASE CONTACT MYSELF OR KEVIN KENNY.

Your committee have been busy preparing a new Trophy Event....
THE PAMELA TALLENTS TROPHY.
Pam is an Honorary Life Member, having been nominated for this wonderful achievement in 2016. Pam joined BGC in 1979 and was a very keen golfer throughout her years. Pam served as Women's President and Captain and was recognised for her outstanding service to the club in so many ways.
It is such an honour that Pam answered our request to name our new trophy event after her - thank you Pam!
The event is scheduled to be played over 2 days in the same week - 6th and 8th July 2021. Please see the ToC below to get an idea of the format. We are hoping that it will a hugely successful and eagerly contested event in our calendar over many years to come - a little bit like The Solheim Cup!!!!

MIXED FOURSOMES CHAMPIONSHIPS
15 pairs took part in this BGC prestigious Trophy Event. There were husband & wife Teams, Old and Young Teams and Just Pal Teams. Well done to you all for finishing 2 rounds in one piece! 
It was a terribly exciting finish on Sunday afternoon and we were not sure whether there would be a tie; and the 2 leading pairs would be heading down the 19th! However, it was not to be
THE MIXED FOURSOMES CHAMPIONS 2021 ARE VIRGINIA WOZNIAK & ALEC DIETSCH
R/U - Chris Hill and Nick Reinhard.
WINNERS OF THE WOOTON TROPHY (BEST NETT) WERE CHRIS HILL & NICK REINHARD.

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU ALL!!

Unfortunately, a little later on, Virginia had a slight problem with her hair.... Thanks for being a good sport Gin!!

We haven't played much golf this week, but those who did manage a couple of rounds before the rain set in posted some very good scores.
Due to the rain yesterday, quite a few girls came into the club for lunch..... and LOTS of chat! What a lovely catch up we all had!

One of our gals - Ellen Neale, is recovering at home from a procedure. Whilst Ellen cannot play golf for a bit, she is very busy putting together a fabulous trip for us all in September (6th & 7th - Coring Greens). More information will be forthcoming in the next couple of weeks. We hope a lot of you will be able to participate in this 'fun time away' as it certainly a fantastic way to get to know each other.

We also wish Anne Vitou and Chris Hill speedy recoveries from their bout in hospital and surgery.

DAILY RESULTS
Saturday 29th May - Stableford. Winner - Pam Barker with a huge 40pts. R/U - Andrea Tomlin - 39pts.
Tuesday 1st June - 3BBB Stableford. Winning Team was Suzanne Ayre, Ellie Scott & Beth Chambers with 55pts. R/U's - Jill Scott, Jill Malone & Jenny Alexander with 52pts.
2nd Shot on 6th - Annie Geddes
Ellie scored 52 points on her own - what a score Ellie!!! Fantastic!

SCORECARDS
Most of you have now got the hang of filling in the dots on the scorecards. There has been some chat about the lines being very difficult to see. Kevin advised me that they cannot be any darker, as the reader/scanner would not be able to read the dots over the lines. So we just have to wear our glasses!!!!
The reader/scanner will only read black or blue dots, so please do not use a red pen!!

The Bowral/Goulburn Shield is to be played on Tuesday 8th June. The following girls will be representing Bowral @ Goulburn GC. GOOD LUCK TEAM!!
Leonie Poulton, Annie Geddes, Barb Clayton, Pam Barker, Chris Levy, Sue Flaxman, Jill Malone, Jane Clifford, Ellen Goodwin, Rosemary Downing, Jane Kilmister and Sharon Rowe.

WHITTAKER’S WINNERS
 
I find it hard to go past my regulars but I am constantly poking around and trying new things.  K Mart our newest addition to Bowral has some extraordinarily cheap & interesting items which I will touch on this week but will promise to list more goodies in the future.

• K Mart – A great gift idea that replaces a cake of soap but costs the same is the ever so real faux coral.  You probably have seen the look at Suzie Anderson’s displayed on a pile of books or in a book case.  I bought some and put it in a glass hurricane instead of the ho hum candle.  Looks great for about $8.00.
  
• Pillow Talk – How hard is it to find a decent birthday card etc. Well the relatively new addition to this homeware shop is the simply wonderful small range of cards. No hideous wording inside but simple words and especially lovely designs and wait till you see the envelopes!! price, $4.00.  Too good to be true ? and yes they are regulation AP size.
  
• Aldi – I can’t help myself in that I have just discovered a new line of apple strudel and it really is excellent.  No thick  pastry ends and it is full of apple. You must keep at least one in your freezer.  Long and thin, about 30cm,  it slices easily and tastes great.

 
I really hope you enjoy these winners as much as I  do and I’ll keep them coming!
 
Jane
 
Here are a couple of samples of the cards.....

 RULES
Rule 17 is a specific Rule for penalty areas, which are bodies of water or other areas defined by the Committee where a ball is often lost or unable to be played. For one penalty stroke, you may use specific relief options to play a ball from outside the penalty area.
17.1
Options for Your Ball in Penalty AreaPenalty areas are defined as either red or yellow. This affects your relief options (see Rule 17.1d).
You may stand in a penalty area to play a ball outside the penalty area, including after taking relief from the penalty area.
a. When Your Ball Is in Penalty Area
Your ball is in a penalty area when any part of it lies on or touches the ground or anything else inside the edge of the penalty area, or is above the edge or any other part of the penalty area.
b. You May Play Ball as It Lies in Penalty Area or Take Penalty Relief.
You may either play the ball as it lies without penalty or play a ball from outside the penalty area by taking penalty relief.
Exception - Relief Must Be Taken from Interference by No Play Zone in Penalty Area.
c. Relief for Your Ball Not Found but in Penalty Area
If your ball has not been found and it is known or virtually certain that it came to rest in a penalty area you may take penalty relief under this Rule.
But if it is not known or virtually certain that your ball came to rest in a penalty area and the ball is lost, you must take stroke-and-distance relief.
d. Relief for Your Ball in Penalty Area - SEE R & A WEBSITE FOR DIAGRAMS.
You have the relief options shown in Diagram #1 17.1d (relief for yellow penalty area) and Diagram #2 17.1d (relief for red penalty area), each for one penalty stroke.
e. Relief Must Be Taken from Interference by No Play Zone in Penalty Area.
In each of these situations, your ball must not be played as it lies:

• When your ball is in a no play zone in a penalty area.
• When a no play zone on the course interferes with your stance or swing for your ball in a penalty area.

See Full Rules For an explanation of the relief procedure for a no play zone in a penalty area.

WHAT'S COMING UP?
Saturday 5th June - Stroke
Tuesday 8th June - Stableford on White Course
Thursday 10th June - Medal Rd #4/McLeish Cup Rd 2
Monday 14th June - Queen's Birthday Medley 2BBB - see computer

THERE WILL ALSO BE A PRESENTATION ON THURSDAY 10TH JUNE - DO HOPE YOU CAN ALL STAY! There will be an opportunity to ask questions on this day about MiClub, scorecards, events or anything else you can think of.


If we could only learn from these 2 quotes???????? Keep it simple and practice!!

Have a lovely weekend everyone. Hopefully the rain has gone and we can play lots of golf next week.
Stay safe.

Annie Geddes
Women's Captain

Another great fitting day for you - organised by KK...