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. 

BELL SALVER RESULT

Played our first League match tonight v Auchterarder and what a fantastic start in our attempt to retain the trophy we won last year. Archie Pattullo, coming off the back of making the cut in the Stephen Gallacher Foundation Trophy at Alyth, and completing the final 36 holes yesterday. He shot 76, 76, 74 and 77 and in doing so reduced his handicap to 4.1. Tonight he won 3&2 and was 2 under par gross through 16, and it could have been better !! His ball striking has improved so much during the winter and his commitment is paying off. Tom Stevenson playing out 3rd secured another 3&2 win. Olly Stevenson playing out 4th was 4 up through 4 and his fantastic short game kept him ahead and he finished it off on 14 with a 5&4 win securing our overall win. Big brother Jack Stevenson’s game went up the last where he holed a ten footer for the clean sweep. 4 v 0 couldn’t be a better start. We wish Auchterarder every success in their next matches. They played well especially Alfie who unfortunately came up against an in form Archie. Matches were played in the best of spirits with good shots from all players being appreciated. 

WHAT A SATURDAY

Where do I start. Played with Keegan Fergusson today and what a transformation, his ball striking has improved so much and his overall play was very impressive. He had a bit of bad luck and just a couple of mistakes but overall his win today was richly deserved. Along the road at Alyth GC, vice Captain Archie Pattullo, playing in the Stephen Gallacher Foundation Trophy made the cut for tomorrow’s final 36 holes. Unfortunately another Strathmore member Angus Palmer missed the cut. Back on Leitfie Jack Short achieved his first Fun Handicap of 26 (13 over 9 holes) and had his first par, along with his sister they will be having a trial on Rannaleroch to see if they are ready to upgrade. P&K Ladies held their Scratch Championship quarter finals today with 3 ex Strathmore Juniors making the semi finals. 

GARY HARVEY SUCCESS

Keegan Fergusson and Angus Palmer were part of the team who won the Gary Harvey at Craigiehill. 

Hamish McTavish Cup

Our first trophy of the year and wow what a result for Cameron Galloway. A gross 79 nett 64. His winning margin was 8 shots. So pleased for him. Had a chat with Keir Reid before his round and he told me he was struggling a bit with his iron play. Got him to set up to play a shot and spotted it straight away. Quick fix and he was good to go and shot his best score this year.

I took out Olly and Finn Whelan for their first card for handicap. They’d never played from the White tees before so it was a test. Both boys played well and learned a lot. Great to have another two players keen to get their handicaps and play competitively.

NEW MEMBERS HIT DOUBLE FIGURES FOR 2026

Great to welcome Cameron Robertson and Rory Murray as new members 9 & 10 for 2026. We arrived back from Australia on Saturday night and it’s been non stop ever since. 2 Club Hire fittings are scheduled this week and a fun event for new members is scheduled for Thursday night. Great also to have 3 upgrades from  Leitfie our 9 hole course to Rannaleroch our 18 hole course. 

TREBLE WINNER

Another win for Archie Pattullo, his third in April. Excellent start to his season.

FALDO FUTURES 2026

Archie Loudon travelled up the A9 to Kingussie and what a result ! Qualified 

FIRST SUMMER LEAGUE

Archie Pattullo makes it two straight wins in the first Summer League event of 2026. Fantastic 34 points in very difficult conditions. 

APRIL MEDAL

Archie Pattullo took the honours today with gross 80 nett 73. Consistent scoring and a good start to the season. 

COUNTY UPDATE

Angus Palmer, Archie Pattullo and Keegan Fergusson have all been selected to the boys squad 2026 and Keegan has also been awarded one of the six £250 P&K coaching bursaries. Angus and Archie are already taking advantage of the Gleneagles Scholarships they achieved for this year. 

MEMBERSHIP UPDATE

 John Gillan becomes new member number eight for 2026. 

MEMBERSHIP UPDATE

Fergus Barlow becomes new member number seven for 2026. 

MEMBERSHIP UPDATE

Four year old Nathan Thomson becomes new member number six for 2026