NEW WHS HANDICAP

Finn Whelan with 36.2 becomes our latest junior to gain a WHS handicap. Accompanied him and Joe Frullani out on the course yesterday and both boys played well. Finn’s development area is his putting and I’m sure practicing the drills he has been shown at the coaching will help. I was very impressed by Joe his all round game is very strong and with the Ice Hockey season coming to an end hopefully he can play more golf. His 37 points topped the scoring and I look forward to seeing his progress over the summer. On Thursday night we held the fourth Club Championship qualifier with Tom Stevenson returning the best gross score of 80 and Olly Stevenson returning the best nett of 64. Both received handicap cuts of 12.9 to 12 and 25.2 to 22.8. 

MEMBERSHIP UPDATE

Keir McNicoll became new member number eleven for 2026. Tonight before coaching he was fitted for a full set of Golphin 112 clubs from our hire scheme along with a 3 wheel push trolley, £30 per annum, what a deal. He also took possession of a Free pair of golf shoes from our swap scheme. All set and ready for his first coaching session. 

THAT’S BEEN A BUSY WEEK

Seven very productive coaching sessions this week. We are so fortunate to have such experienced and knowledgeable professionals who relate so easily with the youngsters. The progress this year has been impressive and I believe that our future is definitely in safe hands. Today we held the Russell Bailey Shield Greensomes and Keir Reid and I shot 5 under net to win the event. Tomorrow it’s a short trip to Blairgowrie for the GolfSixes. 

GREAT WEEKEND

Keegan Fergusson had his first outing at a Junior Tour Scotland, 54 hole event, at Alyth. He performed well finishing 11th gross and 6th net. 77 this afternoon was his best score and he will take loads of positives from the experience. At home Keir Reid had 35 stableford points to win Saturday’s Summer League. PGA professional Rory Tinker has agreed to take over the remaining Spring Coaching, as Kathryn has returned to California, and I was very impressed with his ideas and use of technology. 

FIRST OUTING FOR GOLFSIXES

North Inch hosted the first GolfSixes event for 2026. All Strathmore team players were making their debuts and I am delighted to say they all loved it. Although it's designed to be a "fun event" scores are recorded and as a Team Strathmore finished a respectable 4th, only 7 shots behind the winners. Crieff 130, Blairgowrie 126, North Inch 125, Strathmore 123, King James V1 107 and Muthill 101. Jack Short teamed up with Cameron Robertson and John Gillan with Rory Murray. Arthur Grewar and Finlay Dalgleish made up the third pair, and their score of 45, tied the Best Pairing score of the day. On the three holes we watched them tee off Arthur hit the green every time. Great to see them all enjoy the experience and hopefully it will get them all out playing more often. 

     

     

Archie Pattullo took the scratch honours with a fantastic round of 75, which included 4 birdies. In the handicap division 3 shots covered 5 players. Jack Stevenson nett 71 pipped Archie Pattullo with a better back 9. Keir Reid was one shot behind on 72. Olly Stevenson 73 and Cameron Galloway on 74. Kathryn Imrie completed week one of the coaching with 7 x 1 hour sessions taking place. She concentrated on putting, chipping and driving after being inspired by the Drive, Chip and Putt Event held at Augusta before the Masters. 

FIRST ROUND OF CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

Archie Pattullo took the scratch honours with a fantastic round of 75, which included 4 birdies. In the handicap division 3 shots covered 5 players. Jack Stevenson nett 71 pipped Archie Pattullo with a better back 9. Keir Reid was one shot behind on 72. Olly Stevenson 73 and Cameron Galloway on 74. Kathryn Imrie completed week one of the coaching with 7 x 1 hour sessions taking place. She concentrated on putting, chipping and driving after being inspired by the Drive, Chip and Putt Event held at Augusta before the Masters.