Putting Masterclass with Neil - Monday 31st January

Neil demonstrated many ways in which we could all improve our putting and shave several shots off our scores!  He discussed the importance of preparing for the putt, concentrating on our technique, focusing on the distance of the putt, lining up and helped us to improve grip, body position and control body movement.  He also talked about the different sorts of putter available and how to choose the right one. We all had a chance to put these ideas into practice.

First he showed us …….

..…. then we had a go 

Let's hope we see some improved putting on the course!

Our next social event is a Dance Exercise session led by Fiona Edwards on Monday 14th February at 10am.

Winter League - Friday 28th January

The result of the Winter League/Stanley Clark trophy for Sunday 23rd and Friday 28th January is as follows:

Division 1 Winner - Anne Farquharson (43), Runner up -  Sheila Bruce (47)

Division 2 Winner - Katie Chapman (44) Runner up - Gill Tissell (48)

Wee Course Winner - Morag Johnston (20 points), Runner up on c/b - Anne Spence (20 points)

Don't forget!

Monday 31st January at 10.30am in the Dining Room - Putting with Neil Cameron

Tuesday 1st February at 12.30pm in the East Lounge - Ladies Bridge 

NEW MEMBER OF LADIES COMMITTEE

Jo Stewart has opted to stand down from the Ladies Committee, having suspended her membership due to forthcoming knee surgery.  I would like to record my thanks for Jo's help since my appointment as Ladies Captain and acknowledge her work on the Committee for over three years.  

I am very pleased to announce that Jennifer Livingston has been co-opted for the remainder of the current season.  Jennifer is an enthusiastic long-standing member of the Club and we look forward to having her on board.

WINTER LEAGUE MATCH v ST MICHAELS GC - Sunday 27th February

The final fixture in our series of Winter matches will be held at Blairgowrie (Rosemount) on Sunday 27th February at 11.30am against St. Michaels.

Six players are required for play in a 4-ball betterball format.  A light meal of soup and sandwiches will be served after the match at a cost of £8.

If you would be interested in playing, please put your name on the sheet in the Locker Room or let me know.

FRIDAY 21ST JANUARY

Congratulations to today's winners of the Winter League on Rosemount:

Division 1 - Barbara Lyburn (Runner-up - Christine Ogilvie)

Division 2 - Liz Ridsdale (Runner-up - Kathy Cameron)

Wee Course winner - Jean Laburn

With the easing of Covid restrictions from Monday 24th January, I hope more social events will be possible.  As already advised, we will be running a Putting session with Neil Cameron on Monday 31st January at 10.30am in the Dining Room - everyone is welcome. On Monday 14th February Fiona Edwards will lead a fun dance exercise class.  Keep checking the blog for further information.

LADIES BRIDGE - RESTARTS ON TUESDAY 1ST FEBRUARY

Ladies Bridge weekly sessions will recommence on Tuesday 1st February at 12.30-2.00pm in the Coffee Lounge.  All welcome!

HAS ANYONE LOST A BALL MARKER?

 A rather nice '19th hole' ball marker was found on Rosemount today - if it belongs to you, please get in touch and I will return it to you.

BACK ON THE GOLF COURSE!

It was great to get back out on the golf course on Friday, after the enforced closure for a week due to snow and ice, and to have some lovely winter sunshine.  It was nice to see two of our newer members leading the field in the Stanley Clark Winter League competition.  Anne Farquharson was the Division 1 winner, with Claire Bidwell runner-up.  In Division 2, Sam Peck (with a net score of 39) beat Kathy Cameron into second place.  Well done!

Ladies Group Coaching Sessions

Neil Cameron will be starting group coaching sessions on 21st February.  Nearly all the slots have been filled now (there was one place left on the Thursday 1.30 session when I looked yesterday).  Please be reminded that Neil requires payment in full (in cash please) by 31st January.  The cost is £30 (£10 for those who paid for lessons in 2020 which had to be curtailed).

WINTER SOCIAL EVENTS

The weather is interfering with our golf - as I write this the course is closed because of snow and ice - and Covid is interrupting our planned social events!

With the current advice surrounding indoor events, I think it is prudent to delay our Monday morning get-togethers, which I had hoped would get underway from mid-January.  However, I have agreed with Neil Cameron that he will come and give putting tips and advice on Monday 31st January at 10.30am in the Dining Room.  All lady members are invited to attend this event, but please bear in mind that social-distancing must be observed and face-coverings must be worn when standing up or moving around.  Also, it would be sensible to observe other suggested measures of taking a lateral flow test before attending and using sanitisers whilst in the club house.

Hopefully, other social events will go ahead, providing that no further restrictions are imposed - watch this space!

LADIES BRIDGE - DEFERRED

Noreen has asked me to advise you that the Ladies Bridge sessions, due to have started on 11th January, will not take place for the moment, due to the current restriction on more than three households being seated together.  If Government advice changes in the future, this will be reviewed.

The other planned winter social events are under consideration and more information will be issued shortly.