Men's League Memories

I put together a short 6 minute look back at some of the moments and members I captured on camera over the last several years of the league. It was a fun ride. 

Enjoy!

League Play On Hold Indefinitely

I received word today from Tom and Alida announcing their official retirement.

While they are still in good health, they have decided it's time to step away from running Murray Hills Golf Course and focus on enjoying life and spending time with family and friends. I think we can all agree that they have earned this after 37 wonderful years.

As a long time member myself, I will definitely look back fondly at all of the great friendships and memories I have made golfing at the course all these years. Playing in the Wednesday night league with all of you and the many league members who we've said goodbye to over the years, have been some of my favourite moments of my life.

The course as it stands today will be closed until further notice. My understanding is that if a buyer can be found, then it may see a reopening under new management but no progress has been made in that regard to the best of my knowledge. If I hear anything I will let you know.

If you still have any course gift certificates, they will be honoured at cash value.

So, if this is the absolute end of the Wednesday Night Men's League, I want to thank you all for a great run and for visiting the league blog each week during the season. My thanks as well to Alida and Tom for their help with the league and the blog for so many years.

Once again, if I hear any more news regarding the future of the golf course, I will do my best to update you.

Thanks,

Mark (Bundy) Kennedy

2023 League Financial Report

Below you will find a copy of the 2023 season end league finances.

You can see where all of the money went and how it was allocated throughout the season. Please feel free to take a look. To see it more clearly and larger, just click on it.

2023 Playoffs - Final Round

We couldn’t have asked for better playing conditions as we headed into our final 18 holes of the season. It was nice to return to a more normal ending to another great golf year after the turmoil of the Covid years. Let’s hope next season brings us all the way back.

In the “A” Division, the Rolling Stones cruised to a six shot victory over the second place Southpaws. The Stones finished with a total of 379 while the Southpaws scored a 385. The Fat Shafts finished well back in third with a total of 399 while Grip It N Sip It unfortunately had to drop out of play due to previous commitments.

History has shown in the league that anything can happen and no lead is safe heading into the final 18 holes of playoffs. That proved true once again as the Dubbers overcame an eight stroke deficit and moved from third place to first to win the “B” Division. The Dubbers finished with a total of 396 which was eight strokes better than both the Latecomers and KGB who tied for second place with a total of 404. The Fivesome struggled and finished well off the pace in fourth.

The “C” Division ended up being a bit of a runaway. The Whizbangers had an eight shot lead before the final day and they increased that lead to win the division by 22 strokes with a total of 420. The Wedgers held on to second place with a 442 total while the CCCP grabbed third with a 460 total. Rounding out the division in fourth place were the Hackers who shot 493.

The closest to the pin winners on the final day were Josh Hogan on hole 2, Tim Donaldson on hole 9, Nick Vangemeren on hole 11 and Brady Schick on hole 18. Josh Hogan was the only player to record a hole-in-one this year and walked away with $136 for his ace.

As always our sincere thanks to Alida and Tom for all they do behind the scenes. I would not be able to update this blog each week without Alida’s help in texting me the score sheets. Tom and Andy gave us great playing conditions all year long. A huge thanks to Steve Powell who continues to be the driving force behind our league and keeps it organized. His efforts can easily be taken for granted but I know every member truly appreciates what he does, even if we drive him crazy at times. Thanks to all of you who take the time to visit this blog throughout the season. It’s nice to know you enjoy checking it out each week.

Steve plans to get me a rundown of the league finances soon and I’ll do my best to post them once I get them. Just so you are all aware, there is a possibility of a slight increase in league dues next year which will of course go right back into the league and the cash prizes. More on that once it’s confirmed.

Below I’ve posted the final results and some photos from the final night for you to look at. If you click on a photo it should enlarge the image.

Thanks again for a terrific year and for those who won’t be out on Wednesday nights this Autumn to play the weekly fun scrambles, have a safe and healthy winter and we’ll see you in the Spring.

 

 

2023 Playoffs - Round 2

What a difference a week makes as the summer heat returned with a vengeance tonight. The sweltering conditions made things a bit uncomfortable for the second nine playoff holes and last from the white tees this year.

In the “A” Division things remain very tight heading into the final Saturday. The Rolling Stones now share the lead with Grip It N Sip It after shooting a 96. The Grips posted a 95 to tie things up. The Southpaws shot 97 tonight and sit three shots off the lead. The Fat Shafts shot 95 but still have a big hill to climb after a bad first nine and they sit 12 shots back.

Over in the “B” Division the Latecomers continue to lead thanks in part to Josh Hogan who shot an even par 27 which included a hole-in-one on hole 6. The Latecomers increased their lead to eight strokes over the KGB who posted a team score of 103. The Dubbers are 11 shots back with a 207 total while the Fivesome are well back in fourth.

The “C” Division saw the Whizbangers increase their lead slightly heading into Saturday as they shot 110 for a total of 218. The Wedgers are eight shots off the lead with a 226 total. Rounding out the division the CCCP sit in third  and the Hackers are fourth.

The closest to the pin winners tonight were Jim Conley on hole 8 and Red Eliens on hole 17. Gerry Fox was the 50/50 winner.

Just a reminder that the final 18 holes from the blue tees goes this Saturday afternoon beginning at 2:30 p.m. The party will follow. As always, just a reminder to please do not drink and drive. Make sure you have a designated driver to pick you up if you plan to enjoy some evening beverages. If all goes well, I expect the putting contest to make a return again this year. See you Saturday.


Playoff Standings

“A” Division
1. Rolling Stones - 91 + 96 = 187
2. Grip It N Sip It - 92 + 95 = 187
3. Southpaws - 93 + 97 = 190
4. Fat Shafts - 104 + 95 = 199

“B” Division
1. Latecomers - 97 + 99  = 196
2. KGB - 101 + 103 = 204
3. Dubbers - 104 + 103 = 207
4. Fivesome - 116 + 116 = 232

“C” Division
1. Whizbangers - 108 + 110 = 218
2. Wedgers - 114 + 112 = 226
3. CCCP - 120 + 115 = 235
4. Hackers - 121 + 123  = 244

2023 Playoffs - Round 1

We haven’t quite arrived at Labour Day but it already felt quite autumn like as we began the playoffs tonight

In the “A” Division, the Rolling Stones got off to a solid start led by Al Wilkinson who shot a 27. The Stones sit in first with a total of 91. Grip It N Sip It are in second place after nine holes, just one shot back at 92. The Southpaws are two shots off the lead after posting a 93 and the Fat Shafts stumbled out of the gate and posted a score of 104 to sit 13 strokes off the lead.

Over in the “B” Division the Latecomers have the early lead after shooting a score of 97. Josh Hogan shot a round of 30 to lead his team. The KGB are four strokes back in second place after posting a 101. The Dubbers are 7 shots out of first after shooting a 104 and sitting in fourth place is the Fivesome who shot a 116 on night one.

The “C” Division is a bit more wide open but there are still plenty of holes left to play. The Whizbangers have the early lead after scoring a 108. Six strokes back in second place are the Wedgers with a 114. The CCCP posted a 120 and the Hackers are 13 strokes off the lead after shooting a 121.

The Closest to the Pin winners were Paul Scobie on hole 1 and Peter Hughes on hole 10. The 50/50 winner was Denis Schick.

We play the white tees again next Wednesday night before moving to the blue tees for 18 holes on Saturday September 9th.

Playoff Standings

“A” Division
1. Rolling Stones - 91
2. Grip It N Sip It - 92
3. Southpaws - 93
4. Fat Shafts - 104

“B” Division
1. Latecomers - 97
2. KGB - 101
3. Dubbers - 104
4. Fivesome - 116

“C” Division
1. Whizbangers - 108
2. Wedgers - 114
3. CCCP - 120
4. Hackers - 121

2023 Final Standings

2023 Final Regular Season Standings

Updated August 23, 2023

1. Fat Shafts - 97 pts

2. Southpaws - 90 pts

3. Rolling Stones - 87 pts

4. Grip It N Sip It - 67 pts

5. KGB - 59 pts

6. Dubbers - 55 pts

7. Latecomers - 47 pts

8. Fivesome - 45 pts

9. Whizbangers - 41 pts

10. CCCP - 37 pts

11. Wedgers - 20 pts

12. Hackers - 3 pt

 

Individual & Team Leaders

 

Individual Low Gross

David Horner - 25

 

Team Low Gross

Southpaws - 87