On Sunday 17th March we played our final Winter League friendly match away to Anstruther. Although it was dry and mild, there had been heavy rain overnight, resulting in very wet conditions underfoot on a course that can be described as challenging even in perfect playing conditions.
A steep uphill drive to a blind green on the 1st was rewarded with magnificent views. Revetted bunkers with varying types of sand and shingle had to be negotiated, and then of course the most interesting 5th hole (The Rockies), described in 2007 as the toughest par 3 (4 for ladies) hole in the UK by Today Golfer!!
Despite a heavy rainshower in the latter stages, it didn't dampen team spirits. A good blether, with soup and sandwiches in the clubhouse afterwards was much enjoyed by all. Although we lost 2 matches & won 1, it was a lovely day. The Anstruther ladies were very friendly & a lovely warm welcome from their Team Captain Isobel put everyone at ease.
Sincere thanks to our team members - Sheila Bruce, Fiona Edwards, Anne Farquharson (team captain), Pauline Hill, Jo Menzies and Sheila Ritchie; and to Anne for her report and Pauline for these stunning pictures.
It was a very tight finish to the league this year, with ourselves, Anstruther and St Michaels all finishing on 7 points. As Anstruther and St Michaels won three matches compared to our two, we came in 3rd position; St Michaels beat Anstruther in their match, so Anstruther finished in 2nd place, with St Michaels coming out on top.
Well done everyone, and thank you to all players and team captains that have taken part in these matches over the winter months.
