An unprecedented number of ladies, 33, signed up for the match against the Senior Gents. Unfortunately there were only 24 places. In previous years the gents have experienced a similar situation when 40 men signed up for the 24 places.
The Captain asked the Vice Captain and two committee members to assist in making the draw, as it was known that some ladies would be disappointed at not being chosen. Names were put on pieces of paper and split it into three groups: 0-12 handicap, ladies committee and all other ladies. Names were then drawn out of a hat. This was done with the utmost fairness with 4 people witnessing the process. It is tradition that ladies whose husbands are playing are automatically allowed to play. After taking out the Captain, Vice Captain and the eight wives, that left 14 places. This resulted in some committee members not playing as their names did not come out in draw.
It is disappointing to hear that some ladies have withdrawn from The Captain vs Vice Captain as they think they were left out on purpose and are threatening not to attend other events. We can assure everyone that this is not the case. As stated before, the draw process was conducted with total fairness.
Please note that the sign up for the Captain vs Vice Captain closes at 10am on Wednesday.
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