Club Update

Do you agree the summer weather we have had so far is bringing out the best in our course? Can I start this short update with a huge thanks to Mike Davie and his team, along with Mick Jones our Greens Director, for presenting the course so well to all our members and visitors. Long may this hot spell continue.

You would think with the course in such good shape that Captain’s weekend was coming up. And you’re right. I do want to see everything at its best. This year we have introduced a change, as it will be played over two successive Saturdays starting on the 16th June. The second Saturday on the 23rd will see the top 30 from Day 1 going out at the end of the field. Everyone else can play as normal. My hope is we will have a full balcony supporting the leading players and willing them on to victory. Please stay around, when you have finished your round. Or come down earlier before the evening’s dinner dance for an extended pre-drinks.

I will be at the halfway hut on both days. I will be providing a BBQ on the 16th, with light refreshments and the odd beverage. There will be also be savories and cold snacks and drinks on the 23rd. Can I bring your attention to some sheets up in the clubhouse. These are asking for volunteers to help me and my family on both days. I know Lady Captain and President are mustering support from their ranks, but I would be extremely grateful for an hour or two of anyone else’s time – especially on the 16th to help with the BBQ. Equally, if anyone has a gas BBQ you wouldn’t mind lending out for the day, please let me know.

There is still time to book your place for the evening’s soiree on the 23rd. We are up to the 100 mark and I can promise a great night. It is billed as ‘Casual’ so why not come along with friends and family and be part of the fun.

More widely, if I can take the time to signpost one or two other events that are coming up:

• 21st June: If you are an early bird you might wish to join the ‘Summer Solstice’ breakfast club. 18 holes of golf from first light around 4:30 followed by breakfast in the bar. I even provide a yard of string to turn tiddlers on the green into birdies or pars. Curious? Please sign up on BRS and let Kathy Glazier know.
• 21st June: The ‘Skippers Mates’ from the Grove will be undertaking the Macmillan Longest Day Golf Challenge playing 4 rounds of golf in the day to raise funds for Macmillan Support. Captain, Vice-Captain, Mick Jones and Pete Allen will take on Bramhall Park, Romiley, Davenport and Hazel Grove. There are pledge forms around the club and we would be very grateful for any donations you might offer.
• Our President will be hosting her day on 21st July: In the evening there will be a Dinner Dance starring the fabulous Julie Gold. Julie is a saxophonist with an outstanding voice and is back by popular demand. Her play list includes everything from 60’s classics to modern day pop. This is booking up fast and I hope you will give Pauline your full support.

There are still places available on My Captains away day at Linkdrick golf club on Friday 24th April. Ask James for more information or put your names down on the sheet in the pro shop.

Thank you.

Let’s make this a summer at the Grove to remember.