Lakes Entrance Golf Club has enjoyed a strong start to the new year, with excellent course conditions and outstanding participation across the past week.
Two competitions over the past seven days attracted sensational fields, while the course has remained busy on non-competition days with both members and visiting golfers making the most of the summer conditions.
A New Year’s Day medley stableford drew a field of 120 players, with the course presented in superb condition. “B” grade golfer Neil McKenna claimed overall honours with an impressive 40 points. Brett Stokes prevailed in “A” grade with 37 points, while Brendan Bassett secured “C” grade with 38 points on countback from Olivia Chester. Lori Murray won “D” grade on countback from Donny Blamire, and Garry Watson added to the highlights by carding an eagle.
Saturday’s medley stableford proved even more popular, with a remarkable 138 players teeing off and creating a lively atmosphere around the course. Scoring was again strong with “D” grade golfer Robyn Downing dominating the field to claim both her grade and overall honours with a sublime
46 points.
Andrew Flahive was successful in “A” grade with 38 points, while Ben Unstead took out “B” grade with an impressive 41 points. The Flahive family enjoyed further success with Peter Flahive winning “C” grade on 39 points.
Former local and long hitter Adam Henwood impressed with an eagle, while ladies’ club champion Renee Percival continued her consistent form, collecting two nearest-the-pin prizes.
With strong numbers, high-quality scoring and the course in outstanding condition, the Lakes Entrance Golf Club continues to be a popular destination for golfers during the holiday period.
