John Betland (283) won the A-Grade Forbes Club Championship in a head-to-head battle against brother Steven (287). On Sunday, John produced a fine 69 scratch claim the trophy from Steve who shot 73.

Champions (Scratch) in other Grades were: A-Reserve Grade A Quirk (317) from K Herbert (318); B-Grade B Robinson (331) from G Hooper (339); C-Grade J Hemming (366) from S Thomas (374).

Presentation night is scheduled for November 20th.

In conjunction with the Championships, a daily comp, sponsored by Pool Magic, was played.

On Saturday, with 97 players in the field:
• Div 1 – Winner: A Quirk 67 nett; Runner-up S Sallaway 70 nett.
• Div 2 – Winner: J Shaw 70 nett on c/b; Runner-up S Thomas 70 nett.
• Div 3 – Winner: J Reid 69 nett; D Bernardi 71 nett.

On Sunday, with 59 players in the field:
• Div 1 – Winner: KD Mylecharane 69 nett; Runner-up J Betland 71 nett on c/b.
• Div 2 – Winner: M Roylance 69 nett; Runner-up B Parker 70 nett.
• Div 3 – Winner: J Hemming 63 nett; Run-ner-up D Rhodes 70 nett.

On Saturday October 23, an 18-hole Par, sponsored by P Dawson will be played.

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Saturday’s Monthly Medal comp, sponsored by Forbes Concrete, was played by a vibrant 93 players despite the wet ground conditions and occasional showers.

A-Grade was won by Caleb Hanrahan (71 nett) on a count back from runner-up Terry Griffiths. There was only one stroke the difference on the back-9.

B-Grade went to Fons Melisi with 71 nett, in a consistent performance. Runner-up was Jake Shaw with his 72 nett, on a count back from two others.

The C-Grade was also tight with a count back needed to decide the winner Allan Rees, from runner-up Trevor Toole, who both finished on 72 nett.

The ball sweep went to 76 nett on a count back, so please check in the Pro Shop. The NTP’s went to: 9th – Caleb Hanrahan, 18th – Will Lovatt.

The 3rd hole Super Pin went to Bruce Chandler with a shot of 1.88 metre proximity, well inside the previous names on the card. There were no visitors.

Being a long weekend there were Stable-ford Medleys on both Sunday and Monday.

In the Sunday event the winner was Jess Hamilton with 40 points, a new player who shows great promise for a much lower handicap. Runner-up on count back was Henry Nash with 39 points, getting the nod from Jarrod Hall (Trundle).

The ball sweep went to – 39: J Hall (Trundle); 38: J Hemming; 37: J Coulthurst. There were no NTP’s recorded.

On Monday, in more pleasant ground conditions, the winner was Todd Callaghan who amassed 37 points. Runner-up was Stephen Uphill with 33 points, and a count back from Peter Dawson.

There was no ball sweep, but the NTP’s went to – 9th: M Spice; 18th: Brett Thomas.

On Saturday October 9, the Club Championships commence. Play will be over four rounds on 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th October.

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Saturday’s Men’s golf comp was an Individual Stroke event played in three grades and sponsored by Niel’s Complete Carpet Cleaning. We had a field of 97 players. Phil Wells was the best on the day with a siz-zling 65 nett.

A-Grade only had three players under par, with Peter Cowhan the best of those, scoring a 70 nett to take the honours. Runner-up, on count back was Barry Shine with a nett 71 and carrying good form from his Vets appearances.

B-Grade had the best scores of the day with Wells was way out in front with his 65 nett, followed by Fonz Melisi on 67 nett and also showing consistent form.

C-Grade went to Steve Grallelis who won with 73 nett, pipping Allan Rees on 74 nett, who got Jake Hemming on count back.

The ball sweep went to 75 nett on count back, so please check in the Pro Shop. The NTP’s went to: 9th – Peter Cowhan, 18th – Jacob Bernardi. The 3rd hole Super Pin went to Alec Edwards (Parkes).

Sunday’s Stableford Medley had a good field, all enjoying the sunny conditions.

The winner was Josh Coulthurst with 37 points, on count back from Greg Webb. There was no ball sweep. The 9th NTP went to Andy Dukes, while the 18th NTP went to Shane Sallaway.

On Saturday the NRL Grand Final is to be played. Players are encouraged to show support for the teams by wearing team colours, and also providing a gold coin donation to go to a local charity.

On Saturday October 2, there is the Monthly Medal Individual Stroke event, sponsored by Forbes Concrete. On Sunday and Monday there will be Stableford Medley competitions for golfers.

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Last Saturday 90 players participated in the Men’s Individual Stableford comp, sponsored by Forbes Tuesday Golfers. The players shrugged off a midday shower to utilise the best conditions of the course and post some high scores.

Once again the Div-1 scores were quite close, necessitating a count back. Barry Shine, who got better as the day progressed, scored 38 points and was anointed winner on count back from Andy Cogswell, who was glad to be out playing.

The Div-2 had the better scores with Stuart Thomas calculating his way around for 41 points. Close behind were three players on 40 points, with Jake Hemming the winner on count back.

The ball sweep went to 33 points on count back, so please check in the Pro Shop. The NTP’s went to: 9th – Phil Wells, 18th – Glen Hooper. The 3rd hole Super Pin went to Clint Hurford with a shot of 1.4 metre proximity, which thrilled his day. Sam Ridley was the only visitor.

Sunday’s Stableford Medley saw many golfers enjoying the sunny conditions and dry greens. The winner was Jake Hemming with 36 points, ahead of Anthony Alley on 33 points. The ball sweep went to 32 pts on count back with Jake LeBrocque getting that. The 9th NTP went untouched, while the 18th NTP went to Anthony Alley.

With the release of Forbes Shire from ‘Stay-at-Home’ rules, golf will return to groups of 4 for competition play. Players must still wear their masks around the Pro Shop, use the QR code to register, and exercise social distancing at all times. Refer to the notices at the Pro Shop for more details.

On Saturday September 25, there is an Individual Stroke event, sponsored by Niel’s Complete Carpet Cleaning, in place of the programmed Roylances Cup. On Sunday there will be a Stableford Medley.

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The field for Saturday’s Men’s Individual Stableford comp, sponsored by Albie Callaghan, was a very healthy 94 players. They all enjoyed the sunshine and fought hard to win the event.

In Div-1 the scores were quite close with five players a possibility to win. Eventually Ben Robinson prevailed with 38 points, finishing his round in great style. Runner-up on count back was Kim Herbert with 37 pts, nudging out three other golfers.

The Div-2 had a count back for the Winner’s position. Both Peter Tisdell and Isaac Vale finished on 39 points, but the nod went to Peter after an extensive count back process.

The ball sweep went to 35 points on count back, so please check in the Pro Shop. The NTP’s went to: 9th – Terry Griffiths, 18th – Todd Callaghan. The 3rd hole Super Pin went to Ian Bown with a shot of 1.1 metre proximity, the best for many weeks. Sam Ridley was the only visitor.

Sunday’s Stableford Medley was well supported and resulted in a stalwart player finally getting a good reward, although it was not easy.

The winner was Louise French who managed 39 points and succeeded on count back. Runner-up was Jake Shaw (39 pts). The ball sweep went to 36 pts on count back. The 9th NTP went to Harry Callaghan, while the 18th NTP went to Julie Hurkett.

The Parkes Open which was scheduled for this weekend has been cancelled.
On Saturday 18th September, there is an Individual Stableford in place of the programmed 4BBB Stableford Multiplier. On Sunday there will be a Stableford Medley.

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The field for Saturday’s Monthly Medal comp, sponsored by McFeeters Motor Museum, was reduced to 42 players as a result of cold and wet conditions that set in for the day. This was reflected in the winning scores.

The A-Grade was won by Neil McMillan (72 nett) ahead of Charles Dwyer, also on 72 nett.

The B-Grade went to Tony Cogswell with 72 nett, over Jack Dobell with his 73 nett, which included an untimely ‘8’ on the 17th hole.

The C-Grade once again had the best nett score of the day, this time going to Ri-ley Pike on 71 nett. Runner-up was Mat-thew Duff with 72 nett.

The ball sweep went to 75 nett on count back, so please check in the Pro Shop. The NTP’s went to: 9th – Ben Robinson, 18th – John Betland. The 3rd hole Super Pin went to Ben Robinson with a shot of 1.76 metre proximity, and was a precursor to his form on the day. There were no visitors.

Some hardy golfers ventured onto the course to play the Sunday Stableford Med-ley, in which the scores were impacted by the wet conditions.

The winner was Peter Dawson who managed 33 points. Runner-up was Trevor Toole with 30 points.
The Wallace Cup Final was played in difficult conditions on Sunday. Ben Robinson scoring a solid win over George Falvey.

We record with sadness the passing of Tom Edols late last week. Tom was a stalwart of the club, serving as President in his time, and always keen support competitions as best he could. Our condolences go to Tom’s family.

On Saturday 11th September, there is an Individual Stableford in place of the programmed 4BBB Ambrose. On Sunday there will be a Stableford Medley.

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Last Saturday the golfers competed in an Individual Stableford event, under COVID-19 regulations, with many players enjoying the sun but struggling to return a good score. However, Isaac Vale had no problems mastering the conditions with a well-compiled 42 points. Vale’s short game proved the difference in a great round.

The Div-1 winner was Laurie O’Connor, who played well for his 39 points. Runner-up, on count back, was Andrew Quirk with 36 points who nudged past Greg Webb and Scott Kirkman.

The Div-2 winner, with the best score of the day, was Isaac Vale on 42 points. He had no troubles with the scarified greens. Runner-up was Stuart Thomas with a neat 39 points.

The ball sweep went to 33 points on count back, so please check in the Pro Shop. The NTP’s went to: 9th – Niel Duncan; 18th – Todd Callaghan. The 3rd hole Super Pin went to Todd Callaghan with a shot of 2.95 metres proximity.
The field for the Sunday Stableford Medley comp was too small for a comp, which is unfortunate as Louise French once again fired with 40 points. Louise has shown good form on Sunday’s so let us hope it continues.

Remember the ‘Do-it-for-Jarrod’ Day on Saturday September 4, where a gold coin donation is requested. And record your name so that you will be in for the Random Draw prizes.

The COVID Regulations will continue for a while so the Mixed Foursomes Championship, scheduled for Sunday September 5, will be postponed. It is likely the 4BBB Ambrose Medley on September 11 will also need changing.

On Saturday September 4 all play will be in pairs, with the men playing their Monthly Medal, while the ladies will play their 4BBB in pairs.

Last Saturday the golfers competed in an Individual Stableford event, under COVID-19 regulations, with many players enjoying the conditions and returning good scores. Most notable was Bruce Chandler whose score matched the conditions.

The Div-1 winner was Phil Maher, who tidily compiled 41 points. Runner-up, on count back, was Nick Greenhalgh with 39 points who skipped past Neil Duncan with a better back-9 score.

The Div-2 winner was Bruce Chandler with his 45 points. Luckily he was at the end of the field as he scorched round the course which would have made it hard for any following players. Runner-up was Jarrod Hall (Trundle) with 40 points.

The ball sweep went to 34 points on count back, so please check in the Pro Shop. The NTP’s went to: 9th – Rob Webb; 18th – Kim Herbert. The 3rd hole Super Pin went to John Betland.

The field for the Sunday Stableford Med-ley comp winner was Louise French with 41 points, ahead of runner-up Niel Duncan with 38 points, on count back from Jake Shaw.

The ball sweep went to 36 points on count back, with the NTP’s going to – 9th: Peter Nixon, 18th: Andrew Dukes.

The Golf NSW 2-Person Ambrose Medley to have been played on Saturday 28 August will be rescheduled to later in the year. Instead an Individual Stableford will be played.

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In Saturday’s Monthly Medal comp, sponsored by Bernardi’s Marketplace, the 78 players faced dreary conditions, but nevertheless still managed to produce good scores leading to close contests for the Medals.

The A-Grade was won by Jono Roylance (69 nett) who has ventured out of the golfing wilderness to ‘score one’ for the family. Runner-up was Neil McMillan who also had a better day than recent form, finishing on 71 nett.

The B-Grade went to another Roylance, this time Matthew with his 71 nett. Runner-up there was Ben Robinson with his 72 nett.

The C-Grade was won with the best nett score of the day, going to Dave Tildsley on 67 nett. He was comfortably ahead of Runner-up Allan Rees on 70 nett.

There were no players in the Sunday Stableford Medley.

This Sunday there is a 3-Person Ambrose Medley, offering $1000 in prize money. It is a 10 am shotgun start, with limitations on the combined handicap for teams. Give the Pro Shop a ring to get your group on the tee time sheet.

Saturday August 14 is a 4BBB Stableford Medley, playing for the “Bob & Diane Doolin Memorial Trophy”.

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