IT'S HOTTING UP NOW

This doesn't get any better, oh yes it does !!! 

Firstly at the opening event in the Race to Kingsbarns, the Alyth Junior Open, Tod scored 76 gross (net 68) and finished 3rd Scratch and with 0.4 deducting to his handicap, now 7.7. He overtook Megan in the race for scratch league places,her score of 82 was just outside the buffer and took her to 7.8. With Kirsty pressing Alex for the number 1 spot, Tod and Megan battling for the 3rd spot and Amy chasing them I think we will see some exciting scoring as the season progresses. Junior Captain Conor scored 81 nett 69 and also reduced his handicap by 0.2 and will be looking to catch Amy. It is brilliant to see them all  playing so well and the camaraderie they share is special because although they are playing against each other they are also rooting for each other at the same time and that is special. 

Secondly over the last two days we have enrolled another 3 new members. Hughie Clarke, Owen Constable and Camryn Stewart. That makes 7 so far this year which is amazing as other clubs can't attract any new juniors but they don't know the secret. Think I do !!

Busy weekend ahead with gents and ladies competitions tomorrow and Megan and Amy heading off to Gleneagles to practice and play the Centenary course. Then Sunday Alex, Kirsty and Megan play at Strathmore against Milnathort in the scratch league at 3pm, so if you want to come along and support your team you would be very welcome. Then Monday it's the Bell Trophy at Strathmore against Milnathort with Tod, Megan, Amy, Conor and Marcus making the team again supporters welcome.

Coaching starts on Monday but with the first session players all playing in the Bell Trophy Gareth will be raring to go for the 6.15pm session. 

Remember if you want to get better you need to practice and for all the new members joining I need a commitment not only from the kids but also from the parents as you need to be prepared to allow your children to spend time practicing on the putting green, short game area and the course. Put aside at least a couple of hours a week so you can spend quality time with your kids and see them develop their skills and enjoy a sport that they will never outgrow or stop enjoying. It's all about having fun regardless of ability and the handicap system is designed so that everyone can compete on a level playing field so don't let me or the kids down and get them out there.