DANCE FITNESS - Monday 27 March

The peace and quiet of the Clubhouse was shattered this morning by some rocking music coming from the dining room where the Dance Fitness session was in progress. Fiona Edwards showed us some steps and got us all moving (not always in the right direction!) to some lively music. We got an all-over body workout and found some muscles we didn't know we had or hadn't used in a while! 

A big thank you to Fiona for leading the session, her sense of fun and enthusiasm was catching and we all felt the benefit to our bodies and minds.

We survived!

For those of you unable to come today, we may arrange another session shortly. So watch this space.....

Today concluded our winter social events programme. Many thanks to everyone who supported these events and to all the hosts, these events couldn't take place without you.

PINEHURST - FRIDAY 24 MARCH

The last of our fun March competitions was held on Lansdowne yesterday. 28 ladies enjoyed a Pinehurst competition with all managing the format! 

The winners were: Marion Kay & Mary Miller with a score of 67.

The Runners-Up were: Judith Carmichael & Aileen Priestley with a score of 69 (on count-back).

Congratulations to Marion and Mary

REMINDERS:

FUN DANCE FITNESS:

We are holding our last winter social of the season - Fun Dance Fitness with Fiona Edwards on Monday 27 March. This will be held in the dining room at 10.30am. Fiona has reminded me that we need to dress for an exercise class and wear trainers. She has also suggested bringing a small towel or face cloth....as you could get a bit hot and sweaty! And please remember your water. 

SEASON OPENER:

On Friday 31 March we have our season opener the Ladies Captain v Vice Captain 4BBB on Rosemount. Please note the sign up for this competition will close at 10am on Tuesday 28 March (not the usual Wednesday) as the draw will be done in the afternoon by myself and Elaine. We will meet at 9.30am for a group photograph on the first tee before the shotgun start at 10am. 

Fairway mats will not be required for the match and there is no requirement to change for the lunch (unless you wish to do so).

If you wish to stay for the lunch, please book at the bar or phone 01250 872622 option 3. The cost of the lunch is £13.50. 

      
KNOCKOUT COMPETITIONS:

The deadline for entering the knock-out competitions is Sunday 26 March at 10pm. 

WINTER SOCIAL REMINDER - FUN DANCE FITNESS

Please come along and join us for our last winter social of the season - Fun Dance Fitness with Fiona Edwards. This will be held in the dining room at 10.30am on Monday 27 March. 

A great way to exercise to music - suitable for all.

Fiona has reminded me that we need to dress for an exercise class and wear trainers. She has also suggested bringing a small towel or face cloth....as you could get a bit hot and sweaty! And please remember your water. See you there!

LADIES GET-TOGETHER

Forty two ladies came together last night to look forward to the coming season. We enjoyed a delicious meal prepared and served by Tina and her team, whilst Greg and his team kept us watered! There was a lot of chat and laughter with some new members introduced to our Ladies section. 

After dinner, I ran through the main competitions and other events coming up in the 2023 season. It then gave me great pleasure to introduce Elaine Slide of Green Lamb for our fashion show. Founded in 1989 Green Lamb pioneered ladies golf fashion at a time when no one else was catering for female fashion on the course. Still to this day the brand creates exclusive collections that can be worn when playing and relaxing.

Elaine gave a very informative talk on the background of the family run business which is based in Southern Ireland. It was interesting to hear how all their clothing is made from organic cotton and how they use recycled plastic bottles in their products. With the help of our three models, Lynne Bell, Jacqui Landsburgh and Mary Miller, Elaine then provided detailed descriptions of the outfits they were wearing and their price points.

Neil Cameron, our Club Professional has very generously offered a 20% discount on not only Green Lamb clothing but all ladies clothing to everyone who attended last night. This is for a limited period only, until Sunday 26 March on presentation of your 'pink discount voucher'. So get buying ladies!

Earlier in the day we enjoyed a Texas Scramble played in very pleasant, mild conditions. The scores were very close and the results were:

Winners: Jacqui Landsburgh, Mary Miller, Gill Tissell and Meriel Walker with a score of 63.  

Runners-up: Moira Campsie, Katie Chapman, Marion Kay and Sue Waddell with a score of 64.

On the Wee Course, Jeannie Webster won the 3 Club and Putter competition with 23 points and Kathleen Coupar was the runner-up with 20 points.

Here are a selection of photos from the evening.........please click on the images to enlarge.

TUESDAY BRIDGE

Noreen has asked me to let you know that the afternoon Bridge sessions, held in the dining room from 12.30pm to 2.30pm will come to an end on Tuesday 28 March. 

THE COLUMBINE CUP - THURSDAY 6 APRIL

It's that time of year again, when the Ladies play the Senior Gents for the above trophy. This match is on Thursday 6 April, with the first tee time of 1pm. 

The signing up sheet is displayed in the locker room and we are looking for 20 ladies to play in this year's competition, which will be played over Rosemount and Lansdowne in a 4BBB format. The cost is £20 per person, with a sandwich lunch before play and a two-course meal afterwards. If the competition is over subscribed a team will be selected with reserves identified. 

If you are interested in playing in this competition and haven't yet signed up please do this as soon as possible as the draw will be done on Tuesday 21 March.

MAD MARCH MEDLEY

Unfortunately there was no Mad March Medley on Lansdowne this morning as the course looked like this........

Whilst rather pretty not so good for golf!

Next Friday (weather permitting) we have a Texas Scramble scheduled on Lansdowne. In the evening we have our Get-Together at 6pm in the dining room, a one course meal followed by a fashion show by Green Lamb. Still time to book your place! 

On Monday at 10.30am in the East Lounge, we have our Wee Course Coffee Morning if you fancy coming along for a chat and catch up over coffee. Hope to see you there.

ANNODATA UK GOLF CLUB CLASSIC

 

The Club has entered a Ladies Team in the annual Annodata UK Golf Club Classic event. This is a National Golf Club team event, the only one now operating in the UK.  It is a match play event with eliminating rounds being played on a knockout basis with each match consisting of five singles decided by handicap match play over 18 holes. A draw is made for each round based upon the Club's geographical location. Clubs from different counties may be drawn to play one another from round one onwards. The semi-final and final are being played at the Montecastillo Golf Resort, Cadiz, Spain.

We are looking for a 'pool' of Ladies that we can call on to represent the Club. In each round we require a team of 5. The only rule stipulations are that your Course handicap is a maximum of 24 and in order to play in the final you must have played in at least one of the earlier rounds.

If you are interested, please sign up on the Annodata UK Golf Club Classic sheet in the Ladies locker room or come and see me. We anticipate that the first round will be played at the end of April / mid May.

LADIES CLUB CLOTHING

As we get ready for our programme of inter-club matches, I am advised by Neil that the Pro Shop can supply jumpers in our ladies team colour purple, complete with Blairgowrie Golf Club logo. White polo shirts are also available.

Prices (including discount) are as follows:

Lambswool Round Neck or V-neck - £72 

Plain white polo shirt - £39.99  

WEE COURSE COFFEE MORNING - MONDAY 13 MARCH

Please come and join us for a coffee and catch up. No booking required, just turn up on the day! Please note the change of venue this is now being held in the East Lounge not the dining room.

PERTH & KINROSS LADIES' COUNTY GOLF ASSOCIATION

The Senior Squad has been confirmed for the 2022/23 season which includes three Blairgowrie ladies; Katy Alexander, Megan Ashley and Jillian Milne. Many congratulations for being selected and we wish you all the best for the season. 

LADIES GET-TOGETHER - FRIDAY 17 MARCH

You will have already received an email invitation regarding our Get-Together on Friday 17 March at 6pm. Come along and meet fellow Lady members to launch the new season. Please refer to the attached poster for all the relevant information and booking details. The poster is also displayed in the Ladies Locker Room. I look forward to seeing you there.

Please click on the image to enlarge

CATHERINE PATTERSON

Catherine Patterson (aged 96) sadly passed away on 12th February. Catherine had been a member of the Club from 1967 and became a life member during the construction of the Lansdowne Course in the 1970's. She was Ladies Captain between 1996 and 1998.

Although she had not played golf for about 15 years, the game had been an important part of her life.

In memory of her and her late husband Mark we continue to compete for the Mark Patterson Trophy played for in July and on the Wee Course the ladies play for the Catherine Patterson Trophy over 9 holes in September. You can also take a short rest on the bench they presented which is by the 13th tee on Rosemount.

WINTER LEAGUE RESULTS

What a beautiful morning for a game of golf and our final Winter League competition on Rosemount today. 

The results were:

Division 1: Winner – Mary Miller (42 points); Runner-up – Claire Bidwell (40 points).

Division 2: Winner – Kathy Cameron (43 points); Runner-up – Ruth Watson (41 points).

Wee Course: Winner - Jeannie Webster (23 points); Runner-up - Sheila Ridgway (21 points).

The overall winner of the Winter League, for the best six scores on Rosemount over the season, was Elaine Robson with Marion Kay the runner-up. The Stanley Clark Trophy, which is awarded for the best three rounds on Lansdowne over the season, was won by Kathy Cameron, and the runner-up was Elaine Robson.

On the Wee course the winner of their Winter League, for the best six scores over the season, was Jeannie Webster with Ann Henry the runner-up. 

Well done to all!

Cards may continue to be submitted for the Winter Eclectic (Rosemount) and the Winter Ringer (Lansdowne) until 31st March. 

Next Friday, we have the first of our March fun competitions - the Mad March Medley on Lansdowne. This is a team competition where the two best nett scores (out of three) count. Entry is online as usual and a draw will be made. We will be playing 16 holes only (omitting 7 and 8). Hope to see you there!

WINTER LEAGUE MATCH v CRAIL - Sunday 19th February

Our final Winter League match of the season was at Crail on Sunday 19th February.  The players were welcomed with grey skies and cold, strong, winds but at least it was dry.  It was a challenge to work out which direction the balls were going to take and we spent some time chasing errant head covers, hats and trollies which were carried off by the wind.  All three matches were keenly contested, some closer than others, but the visitors managed to clinch a 2-1 victory.  After the match, we enjoyed soup and sandwiches and a friendly chat.  Thanks to the Blairgowrie ladies - Barbara Lyburn, Maggie Marshall, Hannah Hislop, Sheila Bruce, Sheila Ritchie and Gill Tissell (Team Captain).

Blairgowrie team ready to face the elements

Many thanks to Gill Tissell for captaining the match and the above match report. 

This match concludes our Winter League friendly schedule. We have scored two wins and two losses over the season. Many thanks to everyone that has taken part over the winter. These matches continue to be popular and we will look to take part again in the league next year. 

FEBRUARY UPDATE

Many of you will know that Iain and I have been on our travels to Australia and New Zealand during February and what a fantastic time we have had. Unfortunately at some point you have to come home....

During my absence my Vice Captain, Elaine Robson has done a fantastic job keeping all golf matters running smoothly. She even fixed the weather with the Friday Winter League Competitions all being played during February. I must go away more often!

I attach some photos from the Winter League Competitions of some of the winners and from our two winter socials that have taken place in February; flower arranging with Liz Ridsdale and Pilates with Mary Hope. Many thanks to Liz and Mary for giving up their valuable time. Also to the ladies who bought raffle tickets to win Liz's beautiful flower arrangement which raised a fantastic £100 for my charity, the Scottish Charity Air Ambulance. 

I am delighted to announce that Cassy Grant has been co-opted onto the Ladies Committee and will serve until the next Annual Meeting.

Please click on the image to enlarge

Many thanks to Elaine for pulling the photos and narrative together. 

The Winners of February's Winter League Competitions are detailed below. Many congratulations to all the winners. Full result details as always can be found on the Intelligent Golf App. 

Friday 3 February – Winter League

Division 1: Winner – Maggie Marshall (49 points); Runner-up – Margaret Hunter (40 points).

Division 2: Winner – Marion Kay (43 points on c/b); Runner-up - Elaine Robson (43 points).

Wee Course Winner – Sandra McClelland (23 points); Runner-up – Janet McKenzie (19 points on c/b).

 

Friday 10 February – Winter League & Stanley Clark

Division 1: Winner – Claire Bidwell (36 points on c/b); Runner-up – Anne Farquharson (36 points).

Division 2: Winner – Liz Ridsdale (38 points); Runner-up – Meriel Walker (36 points).

Wee Course Winner – Sandra McClelland (22 points); Runner-up – Anne Spence (18 points).

 

Friday 17 February – Winter League

Division 1: Winner – Eileen Brown (40 points); Runner-up – Maggie Marshall (39 points on c/b).

Division 2: Winner – Ruth Watson (41 points); Runner-up – Marion Kay (39 points).

Wee Course Winner – Jeannie Webster (19 points); Runner-up – Janet McKenzie (18 points on c/b).

 

Friday 24 February – Winter League & Stanley Clark

Division 1: Winner – Linda Rice (33 points on c/b); Runner-up – Anne Farquharson (33 points).

Division 2: Winner – Heather Dawson (36 points on c/b); Runner-up – Kathy Cameron (36 points).

Wee Course Winner – Lynne Bell (22 points); Runner-up – Jean Laburn (21 points).