Forget The Masters and all that green jacket nonsense, potentially the biggest of the golfing 'classics' is fast approaching and having been mentioned in passing in recent newsletters and listed within the social calendar on the fixture card we now ask people to sign-up for what is sure to be an 'interesting' afternoon's golf...
2010 saw over 30 llamas hacking their way round the picturesque Reigate Heath course and whilst I can't recall who picked up the main award, prizes were given to all players. Already we have an encouraging response with a number of players, members and supporters of the club expressing an interest in playing, however, the time has now come for you to show your hand and confirm your participation.
As always, there is no need to be bashful about your ability as Jim will be playing and most of you know that sets the bar pretty low at the skill level needed (Sorry Jim but I'm sure you'd be the first to agree!).
The day will take the following format:
- Arrive at The Heath around midday - optional lunch so the earlier you get there the better - lunch is NOT included in the day’s package.
- The 'main event' is an 18 hole Stableford competition with the first groups going out at about 1.30pm.
- The afternoon will result in the award of the coveted Reigate Priory Open Trophy - will the current holder please reveal themselves.
- There will be the usual prizes for nearest the pin and longest drive as well as other novelty prizes.
- A new sponsor has been found for the day and so Wicksy has a decent level of 'stash' to ensure that all players will be guaranteed some sort of prize depending upon their various skills and misdemeanours displayed throughout the day.
- Drinks in the Heath bar for those who don't have to rush off to colts nets - potentially continued in Reigate in to the evening with some food to follow if there is demand - lets see how the mood takes us eh…
The entry fee for your shot at glory is £30 and for those who are current members at Reigate Heath Golf Club a mere £5 entry fee.
For those who can get a full day off work, there is the possibility of some extra golf in the morning but this will need to be booked in advance and will need to be paid directly. For the rest of us, then get that half day holiday form in now or start making up that fictional clinet meeting for 10th!
So what happens next?
It goes without saying that we need to know whether you will be attending and we also need to know your handicap.
Please email Wicksy (wicksyandbecks@aol.com) or Charlie Lee (clee@Sunrisesw.com) ASAP to secure your place - it's sure to be a great day and whilst payment can be made on the day we do need to know numbers upfront to confirm with the Heath.
As always we're keen to have representation from across the club including Cavs, 5's and 6's as well as the youth section so any parents of colts who fancy a relaxed Friday hack and a few drinks afterwards please step forward - we'd love to see you there.
We look forward to hearing from all you budding Tiger Woods (Lady players are also most welcome).
