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NEWS ARCHIVE
A special thanks to myself Mark "POPEYE" Williamson and fellow committee members Danny “SMIFFY” Thomson (Treasurer), Todd ”BUNGLE” Smith (Chairman), Davy “TRIGGER” Ferrie (Handicap Secretary) and not to forget, George "HULK” Alaxander for the sangria, Michael “LOFTY” McCahrey for his fine selection of tank tops and Gordon “PSYCHO” Martin for his tight troosers.
Oh and don's forget Craig ”SQUEALER” Williamson for all his mis spent time in creating this website.
Right enough of the crap
Season 2008 drew to a close with an emphatic and popular win by myself Mark ”INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIO” Williamson over Todd "BIG BUNGLE" Smith at Dundonald Links to determine the medal winner
in a playoff. It was a one sided affair with myself never going behind from the first tee.
There was a slight glimmer of hope for BIG BUNGLE and his personnel referee SMIFFY Thomson at the 16th when I carved 4 balls into the jungle on the right hand side. But by the grace of God, there, like an oasis in the desert was my first ball, confirmed grudgingly by the R&A representative SMIFFY, this was in turn majestically struck out of the rough, leaving a 3rd shot of about 100 yards which was stuck onto the green and canned for a par, knocking the stuffing out of BIG BUNGLE & SMIFFY and cementing a glorious victory to go with the already bagged INTERNATIONAL trophy!!
After much deliberation caused by LOFTY 12 Fingers McCahery, reigning medal champion Mark ”INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIO” Williamson and George ”HULK” Alexander will battle it out in a playoff to see who will be crowned champion.
The Stableford was won by SMIFFY Thomson who was obviously playing off a false handicap to be coming in with scores of 35 plus to clinch the trophy.
The new trophy, kindly donated by LOFTY, was available to see even from space, as it was proudly displayed in his front porch surrounded by fairy lights. Quite appropriate when you consider he plays with women’s clubs. But what does that say about the rest of us?
The hotly contested stableford was a survival of the fittest to see who could stay sober enough to even swing a club. Last years winner SMIFFY faded away with a whimper having consumed too much Caribbean twist and the fact he now has a legitimate handicap.
TRIGGER couldn’t even remember the courses we played never mind compete, reflecting in his accumulated score of 37, although he came close to beating LOFTY's absinthe induced score of 7 points for a single round.
PSYCHO Martin couldn’t compete because his bird wouldn’t let him out and BIG BUNGLE complained of a sore shoulder, perhaps his bra strap was too tight.
That left the brothers grimm and the HULK to fight it out and a close finish it was to, especially if you let LOFTY 12 fingers do the counting.
After much deliberation it was Mark who was victorious adding the Stableford to his already impressive haul of silverware.
The HOLY TRINITY of golf looms for Williamson having retained the INTERNATIONAL TROPHY 2008 and bagging the stableford, only the HULK stands in his way for ultimate bragging rights to be completely unbearable for the rest of the season.
Details of the extravagant complex can be found below with a link to the page to view for yourself.
Lykia Links Antalya is a stunning golf complex on the shores of the Mediterrean.
A first for Turkey, and the southern Mediterranean, the links course is
set to become one of the finest and a must visit for dedicated golf
enthusiasts.
The centrepiece is an 18 hole championship links course set in the sand
dunes by the sea and designed by celebrated golf architect Perry
Dye.
All 18 holes on the Par 72 course have commanding views of the
Mediterranean Sea and the surrounding mountain peaks, where the
prevailing winds will challenge golfers on the four holes on the
coastline.
The course is a challenge for the accomplished golfer, requiring
Scottish-style 'punch and run' shots. Quilted fairways have a sense of
famous courses in Scotland and an assortment of pot bunkers guard the
greens and require placement in the fairway.
Golf Course Details
Greens | : | Seaspray paspalum |
Women's Handicap | : | 36 |
Men's Handicap | : | 28 |
Tees | : | Five per hole, approximately. Black, Gold, Blue, Red, Green |
Fairways | : | Challenging and undulating, with plenty of strategic options |
Bunkers | : | Waste bunkers, Dye-style bunkers, plus the 'beach'. |
Lakes | : | One lake, between holes seven and eight |
Grass | : | Paspalum / SeaSpray |
Golf Carts | : | Club car carts, but the golf course is easily walk able. |
Trolleys | : | Available |
Rental Clubs | : | Newest models from Callaway |
Spikes | : | Spikeless only |
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So the golfing extravaganza which was Turkey has finally come to an end but what would the big talking point be? The ash cloud stopping us in our tracks, trying to pull Gerard away from anything with 2 legs and a skirt? No there were much more important matters do discuss, like would the free bar be open at 1pm for a 5pm flight? Would the "HULK” moan and will ”SMIFFY” and “TRIGGER” remember getting off the plane?
A golfing treat was in store for all 8 participants mainly due to : -
The SMUG BROTHERS snatching ”SMIFFY” and ”SQUEALER's” unbeaten (AWAY RECORD) from them. A reminder that the HOME RECORD is still in tact!!
George "HULK” Alexander being drawn continuously with Gerry (ave nay pencil or marker). Did this exaserbate the "HULK” of course it did, and his involvement to become "INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONEE" crumbled after day 1.
“LOFTY's” outstanding course management of staying off the fairway and plotting his way round the immaculate LINKS course from bunker to bunker!! Think you may have gotten that the wrong way round brother FESTER!!
Dave the “TRIGGER” Ferrie proving he should have been playing golf with his spine at a 13 degree angle for years.
The Brothers Grim relieving themselves in the nearby bushes, when there was a set of immaculate toilets 10 yards away from the tee for all and sundry to use (hard to change habits of a lifetime)!
After 4 days of golfing mediocrity, Mark took the spoils to become the INTERNATIONAL CHAMPION for the 3rd year running, proving that long clubs and short arms are the way forward.
I was lucky enough to get a close look at the smugness that spread over his ugly coupon when he sank the winning putt, hence the reason I was ill for a day!!
A couple of things worth noting from the week: -
- Craig trying to get a tan for days and being so thin the sun rays missed him.
- Bungles face when the barman informed him that Brandy was "not on the free list", you could have hung a washing on his petted lip.
My personal favourite comment of the week: -
Gerry in his brown dessy boots, turned down white socks, navy shorts with light blue piping and a yellow stripped t-shirt saying to ”SMIFFY” as they walked from the toilets "YOU SHOULD SEE SOME OF THE SIGHTS WALKING ABOOT HERE"
So a big thank you to Mark ”POPEYE” Williamson for finding a great hotel and course, and as much as it pains me to say it well done from all the boys on winning the INTERNATIONAL TOUR for the 3rd time.
'Danny ”SMIFFY” Thomson at the international news desk signing off till the next time'
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