Well the very first thing this week is a big congratulations to Sergio on a fine win in The Masters, much deserved after many near major misses. Well done as well to Justin Rose, who I would have been rooting for any other time as he is such a great ambassador for the game. Fitting that the win came on the anniversary of his mentor and idols death, the late, great Seve.




Course wise at our place I have never seen it in better order for the early time of year. Last year we were cancelling competitions left right and centre. This year we have added three early start Stableford qualifiers. The latest last Saturday saw Shaun Smith edge out Craig Petherbridge with a better back nine 38 points in Division 1, whilst Division 2 saw Paul Ferrand beat Keith Holness into second place with a better back nine 36 points. Alas Andrew Burgess had the same 36 points, but missed out on back nine for a place. There were a creditable 59 players on the day. 

Saturday also saw The RAF take on our first team, with our boys losing out to a strong RAF side 3-2. The RAF were then playing Lincolnshire on Saturday, but as yet I don't have the outcome. 




Men's Section. 

It wasn't April Fools at Cleethorpes but a good days golfing was had by our members with many remarking on the fantastic condition of the course. Thanks to Steve Beverley and his team who have worked tirelessly over the winter tidying, ditch clearing & tree cutting to have a course in tip top condition for the start of the golfing season. The competition was a Stableford and the results are in two divisions, Division 1 is for handicap's 12 and under, Division 2 being 13 and above. Division 1 was won by Martin Lacey 40 points, second Jason Ellis 38 points, third Leigh Davy 37 point and also on 37 points was Craig Petherbridge. The first 3 players all dropping their handicaps so well done to them. Division 2 was won by C. Davidson with 39 points, second Chris Wigg also with 39 points and third Kevin Louis with 37 points. These players also reduced their handicaps showing some excellent golf is being played at Cleethorpes. 

Ladies Section 

Once a year our ladies play a match with half the ladies playing for the Captain (Susan Colvin) and the others play for the Vice-Captain (Babs Swann)... there were 40 ladies playing which made 10 matches. 

This is not a format the ladies play often and is enjoyed by everyone as it is always played in a fun spirit. 

This year our Vice Captains team won 5 1/2 games to 4 1/2. All the ladies enjoyed tea and biscuits after the game while the scores were being totted up, 




Lesson wise take advantage of the summer lesson pack of 7 lessons for £100, click the link to request a booking. Also get those juniors off the xbox and into the fresh air by taking advantage of the free junior lesson offer. The first follow on Passport to Golf class now has 6 youngsters on board, which is great news. This class is £30 for 5 1 hour sessions, again click the link for booking details and times. 




Studio work is now at the finishing stages. Nik as I type is carpeting the second wall in the hitting area with black and grey carpet tiles, see the picture for a glimpse. I reckon we are about three weeks to a month away from being in there!

  



The draws for the knockouts will have been done and be up by the time you read the newsletter 

Friday 2nd June PRO AM 

Upcoming classes all £10 per pupil, click the link to book in 

- Thursday 20th April Ladies Long Game Class 11 till 12 
- Friday 21st April beat the course class, aimed at on the course strategy, 5.30 till 6.30 
- Friday 28th April Long Game Masterclass 5.30 till 6.30 
- Tuesday 2nd May putting clinic 6 till 7 
- Friday 5th May short game clinic 6 till 7 

Also there are still spaces on the beginner class on Saturdays 11.00 till 12.00, next one on 22nd April 

Also aimed at getting juniors into golf we are running some free tuition on Sunday 30th April 4.30 till 5.30, with a mixture of swing tuition and fun games. Any juniors coming along can then stay for the junior evening. 

This starts at 6.00 and is a mixture of games and information to show what goes on at the club. Parents are welcome to stay too. Again click the link to book!!! 

Remember too to get your name down for The Captain Pro challenge Wednesday nights from 4.30. The list is at the entrance to the Men's locker room. 

Lastly we are starting the organisation of the Club Open day on Sunday 7th May. There will be some fun beginner classes for juniors, Ladies, Men, Couples and Families so look out for details and encourage family and Friends to get involved.




Shop wise we are gearing up for the start of the summer season, and are continuing with several offers, notably the VOKEY wedge deal of two for £220, with a free gapping session to fit the right clubs into the bag first and a free follow on wedge lesson to get full use out of the new clubs thereafter. 

Also on going is the putter deal with a free putting lesson with every putter bought.