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IGS First Annual Christmas Dinner & Presentation Night
First of all I would hope all our golf members and supporters had a great Christmas and wish you all a prosperous new year.
Imanyo Golf Society started in October 2014 and with the help and support of Antonio and Norma from Imanyo Pub in Daya Nueva has now reached a level of over 100 members.
This year we had our first annual Christmas dinner and presentation night, the venue was The Club House at Marquesa Golf Club, 80 people attended the dinner and a very good night was had by all, a big thanks to Aija and her staff for their excellent food, service and hospitality. We announced the overall yearly awards, the most nearest the pins award went to “The Wine Collector”, Brian Court with 9, to him that is a case and a half of wine. The best player of the year came down to the last competition of the year with both players on the same amount of wins and runner up places the eventually the overall winner was Donald Main. We also ran two football cards raising €200.00 for our chosen charity for 2016.
In 2016 we chose to raise money for Caritas Daya Nueva, a charity that helps the poor and vulnerable in the village. With various events, raffles, football cards and extremely kind donations we managed to raise a fantastic €1500 which you can see being presented to Daya Nueva’s priest Juan Parroco, by Steve Day, the golf society captain and Antonio García Gallud, the owner of Imanyo Pub.
All 2017 competitions are now on the web site but there are very few spaces left so check your dates when booking your flights.
Ted Adams Trophy 7th December at Alicate Golf
This was the second time we have played for this trophy and many thanks to Ted and Ann Adams for sponsoring the day, their son came over from the UK again especially to play in this competition and defend his win from last year, he was included in the count back with winning points, but four players finished on the same score and sadly he missed out and finished third.
We had a very good turnout for our second visit in a matter of a month to Alicante where the course was in great condition considering we had had rain for two days prior, there was only one bunker out off play due to maintenance so well done the ground staff. The day was perfect for golf with the sun out and a pleasant 70 degrees. We played full handicap Stableford split into three groups A for low handicappers, B for medium handicappers and C, for the higher handicappers.
Winner of the ”Ted Adams Trophy” on count back in group B was “I want my handicap cut” Donald Main with 27 points, runners up all from group B on 27 points were Nigel Tozer, Neil Adams, and Martin Gadney. Winner of group A was Drew Sneddon with 25 points, runner up was John Macmillan with 23 points, group C winner was Andy Ramage with 18 points and runner up was Dave Rotchell with 16 points. Three nearest the pins were all won by one player Nigel Tozer on holes 3, 12, and 17.
Two football cards were won Ted Adams with Hull City and Dennis with Nottingham Forest both winning €20 and raising €40 for this year’s charity, Caritas Daya Nueva.
We would like to thank Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality.
Photo Shows Ted Adams presenting the trophy to winner Donald Main.
Dave Rotchell Birthday Trophy 23rd November at Altorreal
This is the third year this trophy has been played for, many thanks to Dave Rotchell for sponsoring the day.
We played at one of the societies favourite courses, Altorreal, although the day did not start very well regarding the weather...yes rain and a lot of it, we decided to make the trip to Murcia hoping it would have stopped by the time we arrived, well the good news is that it did stop and we ended up with near perfect weather conditions, the course was a bit wet in places having rained for two days prior but the new drainage system worked very well although we had to keep the buggies on the pathways.
The format for the day was Texas scramble pairs, low handicap player partnered with a high handicap player scoring Stableford points, but the twist at the end was we drew three blind holes for double points.
Winners of the ”Dave Rotchell Trophy” were Martin Gadney “Watch My Handicap” and at last a winner, Ronnie King with 47 points, runners up were Ian Bell and Phil Ward “Minty” with 45 points. Nearest the pins were, hole 5 “The Wine Collector” Brian Court, holes 8 and 10 “Watch My Handicap” Martin Gadney and hole 17 Mo Chaplin.
The football card was won by “The Wine Collector” Brian Court with West Ham Utd winning €20 and raising €20 for this year’s charity, Caritas Daya Nueva.
Due to Imanyo’s being closed for holidays we relocated to Yo Yo restaurant for the presentation, thanks for the hospitality.
Photo Shows Dave Rotchell presenting the trophy to winners Martin Gadney and Ronnie King.
Phil Ward Carers Cup 9th November at Alicante Golf
This is the third year this cup has been played for and many thanks go to Phil and Margaret Ward for sponsoring the day and also helping to raise money for the poppy appeal. We had defending winner of the last two years, Eamon Murphy, paired with lady golfer Mo Chaplin, hoping to retain the cup for the third time and they clinched it by four points.
This was a re-arranged game from the 2nd November as we had to cancel the game at Alenda, many thanks go to Alicante Golf for accommodating us at short notice, this was the first time that the society, and most players had played this course. The format was pairs Texas Scramble scoring Stableford points, for those in the UK the weather was sunshine but with a breeze, some players were still in shorts and T shirts!
Eventually we arrived at the course, we found all the staff very accommodating and pointing us in the right direction where needed.
Winner of the”Phil Ward Carers Cup” was Eamon Murphy and Mo Chaplin with an incredible 42 points, runners up were “Always Near” Dave Field and Ian Chetwynd with 38 points, the Endeavour award went to “I’m back” Alan Rodger and “Mr Endeavour” Walter Donovan, with a good score of 30 points this just shows how close all the pairs were, only one nearest the pin was won, hole 12 Ian Chetwynd...shows how tough the par threes are.
The presentation was held at our temporary base, Yo Yo Garden while Imanyo staff take a well deserved holiday. The football card was won by our sponsor Phil Ward with West Ham Utd winning €20 and raising €20 for the poppy appeal.
Photo Shows Margaret Ward presenting the cup to winners Eamon Murphy and Mo Chaplin.
José Domingo Garcia Gallud Memorial Cup 19th October at Altorreal
This is the start of our third year of the forming of the society and we started the year off by playing for the José Domingo Garcia Gallud Memorial cup in memory of Antonio’s (Imanyo’s owner)younger brother who sadly died in a car accident 20 years ago.
As usual we all arrived early at Imanyo’s where the day started with the traditional full English breakfast. The format was full handicap Stableford split into two groups, high handicaps and low handicaps. On arriving at Altorreal the weather was just brightening up after overnight rain, we ended up with superb golfing conditions so a big thanks to Antonio and all his staff for their hard work.
Chris Baillie and Eamon Murphy, the two previous year’s winners, especially stayed on before returning to Scotland and Ireland to try and defend their respective titles and retain the cup but alas it was our newest member, Martin Gadney, who stole the day with a magnificent 37 points.
Winner of the José Domingo Garcia Gallud Memorial Cup was group A winner Martin Gadney with 37 points, runner up in group A was Dave field on count back with 26 points, winner of group B was another regular winner when he is here, Donald Main with 31 points, group B runner up was another regular name “Keep It In The Family” Carol Murphy on count back 28 points. There were six nearest the pins and the winners were hole 2 in two shots “Keep It In The Family” Eamon Murphy, hole 5 in one shot Ian Chetwynd, hole 8 in one shot Martin Gadney, hole 10 in one shot no winner, hole 16 in three shots “I’m Back” Alan Rodger, hole 17 in one shot “The Wine Collector” Brian court.
The presentation was held at Imanyo’s where Antonio presented the prizes on behalf of his family. Afterwards we finished with the usual good food and drink, thank you to Antonio, Norma and all the staff for looking after us and once again thanks to Harry Goldsmith, our in house photographer. The football card was won by Steve Day with Chelsea who made the donation up to €30 and we also held a bottle raffle and managed to raise another €135 for our charity, Caritas Daya Nueva.
Stan's Decorating & Valeting Cup 5th October at Bonalba
A great turnout of players for another new sponsor of our golf society, Stan’s Decorating and Valeting cup.
The day started with a full English breakfast in Imanyo’s, the format was singles full handicap Stableford with four blind holes drawn for double points after the game, we played with two categories, low handicap and high handicap groups with the eventual winner coming from either group.
On arriving at the course we received a friendly greeting from the staff, although we had not played there since January. We found the course a little tired with fairways and greens a bit patchy and bunkers without sand in, the weather was cloudy at first but once the sun broke through it was perfect for golf.
Winner of category B was Chris Baillie with 24 points including 3 bonus points, runner up was another regular winner, Carol Murphy, with 21 points including 2 bonus points, the winner of Stan’s Decorating and Valeting cup and category A was Ian Chetwynd with 36 points including 8 bonus points, runner up and regular prize winner was “I’m back” Alan Rodger with 32 points including 6 bonus points. Three of the four nearest the pins were won, hole 4 Carol Murphy, hole 8 “I’m back” Alan Rodger, hole 11 new, “Keep It In The Family” Eamon Murphy and hole 14 there was no winner.
The presentation was held at Imanyo’s where good food and a few drinks were waiting. Thank you to Stan’s Decorating and Valeting for providing and presenting all the prizes, also thank you to Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo’s Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality.
We ran two football cards the 1st winner was Owen with Chelsea and 2nd winner was Judy Evans with Reading, raising €40 for our charity, Caritas Daya Nueva.
Photo shows Stan presenting the trophy to winner Ian Chetwynd, Stan’s contact details are 634 358 194
Wyn Evans Salver 21st September at Font Del Llop
This was the society’s highest turn out for our second competition of the new season.
All players arrived early at Imanyo’s where the day started with the traditional full English breakfast, the format was full handicap Stableford pairs. On arriving at the course we received a friendly greeting from the staff, the course was in good condition, the greens still had the summer fluff in the grass which slowed the ball down a bit and some of the bunkers needed attention, but the fairways were in good condition.
Winners of the Wyn Evans Salver was Judy Evans (Sponsor) and Carol Murphy with an excellent 66 points, runners up were Mick Billins and Dave Sanders with 64 points, the nearest the pins won were, hole 3 Judy Evans, hole 8 Ian Bell, hole 16 Mo Chaplin and hole 17 Judy Evans, there was no winner on hole 12.
The presentation was held at Imanyo’s bar, many thanks to Judy Evans for sponsoring the day and presenting the prizes. Thank you to Antonio, Norma and all the staff for looking after us, also thanks to Harry Goldsmith and Jack Day, our in house photographers. The two football cards were won by Ronnie King with Reading and Cardiff City who donated half back making €60 for our sponsored charity, Caritas Daya Nueva.
Photo shows Steve Day presenting the salver to winners Judy Evans and Carol Murphy.
Collins Continental Cup 7th September at Altorreal
A fantastic day for the first competition of the new season sponsored by Danny and Sharon Collins from England.
The day started with a full English breakfast in Imanyo’s, the format was full handicap Stableford split into two groups, A low handicap and B high handicap, the eventual winner would be the highest score from either group.
On arriving at Altorreal we received the usual friendly greeting from Antonio and his staff, the course was in good condition and the summer heat is still here with a temperature of nearly 40 degrees which took a few casualties proved by the low returns on the score cards.
Winner of the Collins Continental Cup was Alec Aspden from group B with 29 points, runner up in group B was Mick Billins on count back with 18 points just beating Dave Sanders, another regular winner was John Macmillan in group A with 27 points, runner up in group A was Alan Byrne with 25 points. Only one of the four par three nearest the pins was won and that was hole 17 by Mick Billins, hole two in two shots was Alan Byrne and hole 16 in three shots was John Macmillan, the longest drive on hole 11 was new member Gary Graham.
The presentation was held at Imanyo’s where good food and a few drinks were waiting. Thank you to Danny and Sharon Collins for providing and presenting all the prizes, also thank you to Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo’s Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality.
Brian Court won the football card with Cardiff City raising another €20 for our charity Caritas Daya Nueva; Craig Justham also kindly donated another €10 to the charity.
IGS Competition 17th August at Alenda
As usual the day started with breakfast at Imanyo's where the draw was made, numbers were a bit lower than last time, 11 in all. Two groups played, 5 players in group A, 15 to 22 handicap and 6 in group B, 23 to 35 handicap, the format was full handicap Stableford.
The course was in great condition and the weather (for you in the UK) was the hottest day this year.
We had “I’ve not played since October 2015” Alex Porteous going for his fourth competition win playing in group A, in group B we had a three way tie where all three players will suffer with having their handicaps cut, the results were...
Category A winner on count back was John Kemp with 28 points, runner up was “I’ve not played since October 2015” Alex Porteous with 28 points, with his fourth handicap cut in a row well done! Group B was won on count back three ways, winner was “Mr Endeavour himself”, Wally Donovan with 19 points, runner up on count back was “watch my ball” Dave Rotchell with 19 points and third place on count back was Mo Chaplin with 19 points. Nearest the pins winners were hole 3 “I’m back“ Alan Rodger, hole 5 Mo Chaplin, hole 13 no winner, and hole 16 Ronnie King.
Back at Imanyo’s there were drinks and food waiting, the football card was by “ Mr Endeavour himself” Wally Donovan with Swansea City, the money raised goes to our charity for 2016 which is Caritas, Daya Nueva.
IGS Competition 3rd August at Altorreal
As usual the day started with breakfast at Imanyo's where the draw was made, numbers were very good for this time of year, 18 in all. Two groups played, 10 players in group A, 11 to 22 handicap and 8 in group B, 23 to 35 handicap, (just for you Andy Ramage) the format was full handicap Stableford.
We had ”I want my handicap cut” Donald Main, going for three competition wins and handicap adjustments on the trot playing in group B, also “the wine collector” Brian Court going for three nearest the pin in two shots on the same hole...both players achieved their goals. The course was in great condition and the weather (for you in the UK) was very hot.
Category A winner was John Buckman, second competition win on the trot, with 27 points and runner up was Dave Field with 25 points, group B was won by “I want my handicap cut” Donald Main with 21 points and runner up was Helin Buckman with 20 points. Nearest the pins winners were hole 2 in two shots “the wine collector” Brian Court, hole 8 in one shot was no winner, hole 10 in one shot was Donald Main and hole 16 in three shots “the wine collector” Brian court.
Back at Imanyo’s there were drinks and food waiting, the football card was won for the second time on the trot by “I’m back” Alan Rodger with Swansea City, the money raised goes to our charity for 2016 which is Caritas, Daya Nueva.
IGS Competition 20th July at Font Del Llop
First of all I would like to thank Ken Walker for organising and running the day in my absence and also for topping up the prize money. As usual the day started with breakfast at Imanyo's where the draw was made, numbers were small but two groups of five in each category played full handicap Stableford.
They had ” I’ve not played since October 2015” Alex Porteous, going for three competition wins and handicap adjustments on the trot playing in a very tight handicap category. The course was in great condition, the weather (for you in the UK) was absolutely perfect for golf.
Category A was very close with only three points between all five players, the eventual winner was John Buckman on count back with 29 points, runner up with same winning points was guess who, Alex Porteous with 29 points, third “I’m back” Alan Rodger with 28 points, fourth was John Kemp with 27 points, and fifth was Alan Byrne with 26 points. Group B was won by Lloyd Nichols with 25 points, runner up was Mick Billins with 21 points, third was Ronnie King with 15 points, fourth was Walter Donovan with 9 points and fifth, the only lady to play, Helin Buckman, no score mentioned! Nearest the pins winners were, hole 3 Mick Billins, hole 8 was no winner, holes 12 and 17 were won by “I’m back” Alan Rodger and hole 16 best score of the day John Buckman.
Back at Imanyo’s there were drinks and food waiting, the football card was won by “I’m back” Alan Rodger with Birmingham City, the money raised goes to our charity for 2016 which is Caritas, Daya Nueva.
Plane Parking Trophy 6th July at Alenda
Imanyo Golf Society Plane Parking Trophy 6th July at Alenda
A great turnout of players for the second year to compete for the Plane parking trophy, Plane Parking are a large company in the region who take care of your vehicles whilst you are out of the country and have secure parking at Alicante and Murcia airports.
The day started with a full English breakfast in Imanyo’s, the format was singles full handicap Stableford and for the first time we played with two categories, low handicap and high handicap groups.
On arriving at the course we received a friendly greeting from the staff at Alenda, the course was in fantastic condition and the weather was hot but great for golf and the scores were a little bit low except for one person!
Winner of category B was Mo Chaplin with 20 points, runner up was Dave Moore with 18 points, Plane Parking Trophy and Category A winner for the second competition on the trot was Alex Porteous “I’ve not played since October 2015” with 33 points, regular runner up was John Kemp with 30 points. Three of the four nearest the pins were won, hole 4 in two shots by Ken Walker, hole 7 in three shots by young star James Price, hole 16 in one shot “I’ve not played since October 2015” Alex Porteous.
The presentation was held at Imanyo’s where good food and a few drinks were waiting. Thank you to Plane Parking Directors Nick and Marianne Baker for providing and presenting all the prizes, also thank you to Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo’s Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality.
We ran two football cards the 1st winner was Alan Byrne with Birmingham City and 2nd winner was Kim Court with Southampton, Kim re-donated her winnings back to our charity therefore raising €60 for our charity, Caritas Daya Nueva.
Photo shows Plane Parking Directors and staff presenting the trophy to winner Alex Porteous. Plane Parking details are www.planeparking.com or call 0034 966840289 or 0034 656532490
Caritas Charity Trophy 22nd June at Altorreal
A fantastic day for the first competition for our local charity Caritas Daya Nueva, this was sponsored by local residents, Harry and Ann Goldsmith.
The day started with a full English breakfast in Imanyo’s, the format would be shambles full handicap stableford pairs which is becoming a favourable format amongst our players.
On arriving at the course we received a friendly greeting from the staff at Altorreal, the course was in fantastic condition and the summer has arrived, so a bit hard going for some of us.
Winners of the Caritas Charity Trophy was Alex Porteous “I’ve not played since October 2015” and Donald Main “Watch my handicap”, with an incredible 70 points, close!!! Runners up were John Kemp and Dave Rotchell with 54 points. Only one of the four nearest the pins were won and that was hole 17 by regular nearest the pin winner and wine collector, Brian Court.
The presentation was held at Imanyo’s where a BBQ and a few drinks were waiting. Thank you to Harry and Ann Goldsmith for providing and presenting all the prizes, also thank you to Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo’s Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality.
Dave Rotchell won the football card with Middlesbrough raising another €20 for our charity Caritas Daya Nueva.
Photo shows Ann Goldsmith presenting the trophy to winners Alex Porteous and Donald Main.
Tony Firth Auction Plaque 8th June at Altorreal
A fantastic day for another major competition in 2016, many thanks to Tony Firth Auctions in Montesenious for sponsoring the days golf and putting up some great prizes. The day started with a full English breakfast in Imanyo’s, the format would be singles full handicap Stableford with a draw to pick the groups.
On arriving at the course we received a friendly greeting from the staff at Altorreal, the course was in great condition and the temperature hit 40 degrees so a bit hard going for some of us.
Winner of the Tony Firth Auctions Plaque was Craig Justham with 29 points, runner up, another regular top five player was Carol Murphy with 27 points, winner of best front 9 was Chris Baillie with 17 points and winner of best back 9 (I’m back) Alan Rodger with 15 points. The nearest the pins sponsored by Tony Firth Auctions were hole 2 in 2 shots (**** Sakes) Brian Court, hole 5 in 1 shot, Carol Murphy, hole 8 in 1 shot, Chris Baillie and hole 13 in 3 shots, Eamon Murphy.
The presentation was held at Imanyo’s where good food and a few drinks were waiting. Thank you to Tony Firth Auctions in Montesenious for providing and presenting all the prizes especially their daughter Jess who came along for the presentation as her Dad was busy at work and thank you to Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo’s Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality.
Kim Court won the football card with Middlesbrough and kindly donated the €20 back making €40 more for our charity Caritas Daya Nuvea.
Photo shows Jess Firth presenting the Plaque to winner Craig Justham.
Vicky Heynes Memorial Cup 25th May at Font Del Llop
This was the first time the “Vicky Heynes Memorial cup” was played for, Vicky sadly past away last year, she lived locally, loved the game of golf and played regularly, so a big thanks to Tony her husband for sponsoring the days golf in her memory.
The day started with the usual full English breakfast at Imanyo’s where we did the draw, the format was shambles full handicap Stableford pairs, both players tee off, you select the best tee shot, and then continue to play their own ball till it is holed out, the pair then record both balls added together using Stableford points. The venue was Font Del Llop and as usual everything was ready and waiting and the course was in very good condition, the greens were fantastic, true and fast.
Winners of the “Vicky Heynes Memorial cup” were John Mcmillan and Steve Day with 56 points, runners up on count back were Eamon Murphy and Dave Rotchell with 54 points, the Endeavour award went to Brian Court and Walter Donovan, no score mentioned! out of five nearest the pins only three were won, hole 3 Chris Baillie, holes 12 and 16 Eamon Murphy.
Back at Imanyo’s there was food and a few drinks waiting, the football card was won by Tony Heynes with Aston Villa which he kindly donated back to our charity adding another €40 for Caritas Daya Nueva.
We would like to thank Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo’s Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality.
Picture shows Tony Heynes presenting the cup to Steve Day and John Mcmillan.
Parkinson's Vase 11th May at Altorreal
This was the second time the “Parkinson Vase” was played for and sponsored by our representative from the UK Geoff Ham, unfortunately he and his wife could not make it this year so our Spanish representative Ted Adams stepped in for the presentation.
Twenty three players turned out with over 25% of these making the trip from the UK to play in the competition, one particular player, Stuart Barclay, only lost out by two points last year did he win this year?? The day started with the usual full English breakfast where we did the draw for tee times, the format was full handicap Stableford but on returning to Imanyo’s we did a blind draw for four holes which doubled the points on those holes. The venue was Altorreal where we were greeted by Antonio and his friendly staff, as usual everything was ready and waiting and the course was in very good condition, the tees were set well back, the greens were fantastic and the weather conditions were perfect considering we had had three days of rain before.
Winner of the “Parkinson’s Vase” was Donald Main with 38 points, runner up (SORRY but you will have to come back next year) Stuart Barclay with 37 points, The Endeavour award went to Phil “Minty” Ward no score mentioned. Out of six nearest the pins five were won, hole 2 in two shots by Brian Court, hole 5 in one shot by Liam Collins, hole 10 in one shot by Brian Court, hole 13 in three shots and hole 17 in one shot by “I will be back” Stuart Barclay.
Back at Imanyo’s there was a BBQ and a few drinks waiting, we held a raffle in aid of our local charity Caritas Daya Nueva and raised €127, the football card was won by Mick Forder with Southampton adding another €20 for Caritas Daya Nueva.
We would like to thank Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo’s Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality.
Picture shows Ted Adams presenting the Vase to Andy Ramage on behalf of Donald Main.
Denise Tyrrell Memorial Plaque 27th April at Font Del Llop
This was the first time the Denise Tyrrell Memorial Plaque has been played for, Denise was a very popular and well loved lady around the village but sadly passed away last year at the tender age of 47, she was Co-owner of Baybrooks Restaurant in Algorfa and we thank Baybrooks for sponsoring the plaque and the days golf.
The day started with the usual full English breakfast where we did the draw, the format was twosomes better ball Stableford scoring, the venue was Font Del Llop where we were greeted by the usual friendly staff, as usual everything was ready and waiting and the course was in very good condition, weather conditions started perfect but in the afternoon the wind picked up especially on the back nine which made it a bit difficult getting over the water features.
Winners of the “Denise Tyrrell Memorial Plaque” were Ian Chetwynd and Andy Ramage with 38 points, runners up with his new golf clubs Phil (Minty) Ward and regular placed “I’m still playing very well” John Mcmillan with 35 points, only two of the five nearest the pins were won, hole 3 was won by John Kemp and hole 12 by Ian Chetwynd.
Back at Imanyo’s there was great food and a few drinks waiting, the football card was won by Ann Adams with Aston Villa adding another €20 for our charity this year, Caritas Daya Nueva.
We would like to thank Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo’s Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality.
Picture shows Linda (Denise’s mum) and Nikki (Denise’s business partner) presenting the plaque.
IGS Competition 30th March at Font Del Llop
The day started with breakfast at Imanyo's where we made the draw, 17 players took part with the format being full handicap stableford.
The course was in good condition, but the bunkers were a bit sparse of sand due to the heavy rain the previous week, the greens were in excellent condition and true. The weather (for you in the UK) was absolutely perfect for golf and most members were wearing shorts so that shows summer is nearly here.
The day was won by, and becoming a regular winner, John Mcmillan on count back with 32 points, runner up was Dave Field with 32 points, nearest the pins were won on hole 3 by John Kemp, hole 8 by Dave (Accy) Gregson, there was no winner for hole 12, hole 16 was won by regular winner “one way or another” John Mcmillan and hole 17 was won by “I’m beginning to play very well” Alan Byrne.
Back at Imanyo’s there were drinks and a lovely meal waiting. The football card was won by regular winner “one way or another” John Mcmillan with Stoke City, the money raised goes to our charity for 2016 which is Caritas Daya Nueva.
St Patrick's Shield 9th March at Altorreal
This was the first time the St Patrick’s Shield has been played for, thank you to Ronnie King for sponsoring the shield and days golf.
Sixteen players met at Imanyo’s where the day started with the usual full English breakfast, the format was full handicap stableford, then on returning to Imanyo’s we drew four holes for double points which still gave everybody a chance. The venue was Altorreal where we were greeted by Antonio and his staff and as usual everything was ready and waiting and the course was in very good condition.
Winner of the “St Patrick’s Shield” representing Ireland was (no not Eamon Murphy) but his wife Carol Murphy with 33 points, runner up was Dave Moore with 31 points. Only two of the four nearest the pins were won, hole 5 was won by Richard Houghton and hole 8 was won by Carol Murphy, not Eamon! I’m afraid to say that the Endeavor award went to our sponsor Ronnie King, I shall not mention his score but it is lowest this year!
The football card was won by Terry Burton with Stoke City winning €20 which he donated back to the charity therefore adding another €40 for Caritas Daya Nueva. We also drew the results for the blind auction we have been doing for the past 2 months for an amazing, original, one off pencil drawing of Tiger Woods by Alan Rodger, the highest bidder was Neil Adams with a fantastic €105 which will also go to Caritas Daya Nueva.
We would like to thank Ronnie King for sponsoring the day with some great prizes and novelty gifts, also Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo’s Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality.
St George's Day Plaque 13th April at Altorreal
This was the first time the St George’s Day Plaque has been played for, thank you to Imanyo’s for sponsoring the plaque and the days golf.
Twenty four players met at Imanyo’s where the day started with the usual full English breakfast, the format was Pairs Texas Scramble Stableford scoring, the venue was Altorreal where we were greeted by Antonio and his staff, as usual everything was ready and waiting and the course was in very good condition, the greens had just been tined and were very green true and fast.
Winners of the “St George’s Day Plaque” were John Kemp and Chris Baillie with 38 points; runners up after a six way count back were Alan Byrne and Terry Burton with 36 points with 20 points on the back nine, only three of the four nearest the pins were won, hole 5 was won by Judy Evans, hole 10 by Rosemary Lafferty and hole 17 by Alec Aspden.
Back at Imanyo’s there was a great BBQ waiting, we held a bottle raffle which raised €104.00 for our sponsored charity this year Caritas Daya Nueva, the football card was won by Phil (Minty) Ward with Blackpool adding another €20 for Caritas Daya Nueva.
We would like to thank Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo’s Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality, also thanks to Karaoke Carol for providing the music.
Captains Cup 24th February at Alenda
Imanyo golf society Captains Cup was sponsored by Daya Frutas and Mick the grip for the second year running, they both made sure we had a great days golf with an excellent presentation back at Imanyo’s. The course we played was Alenda, where we were greeted with the usual organised set up and the course was in great condition.
Fifteen players met at Imanyo’s where the day started with the usual full English breakfast and the format decided on was full handicap stableford, a blind draw was held to pick the groupings.
Winner of the Captains cup was John Mcmillan with 32 points, runner up was Dave Moore with 31 points. Only five of the six nearest the pins were won, hole 3 in one shot by John Mcmillan, hole 4 in two shots by Eamon Murphy, hole 5 in one shot was a no winner, hole 10 in 3 shots by John Mcmillan, hole 13 in one shot by Lesley Heap and hole 16 in one shot by Dave Moore.
The football card was won by Eileen Denyer with Hearts winning €20 and raising €20 for this year’s charity, Caritas Daya Nueva.
We would like to thank Daya Frutas and Mick the Grip for sponsoring the day, also Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo’s Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality.
IGS Competition 10th February at Bonalba
The day started with breakfast at Imanyo's where we made the draw, 16 players took part with the format being full handicap stableford.
This was the first time for a number of members to play our new course Bonalba, everyone eventually arrived on time...after one couple claimed their sat-nav took them to the wrong course! There were fifteen male members and only one female member so you can guess the outcome?
The course was in fair condition, fairways a bit brown and thin in places due to lack of rain (sorry UK), the greens were in excellent condition and true. The weather (for you in the UK) started a bit chilly, needed a sweater, but when the sun got to work the temperature was very pleasant with a light wind.
The day was won by Lesley Heap with 30 points, runner up was John Mcmillan with 29 points, only one nearest the pin was won on hole 4 by regular winner, one way or another, Donald Main, the Endeavour award went to Dave Rotchell, I always said to him he would win something one day...no score mentioned.
Back at Imanyo’s there were a few drinks and a lovely meal waiting. The football card was won by John Kemp with Hearts, the money raised goes to our charity for 2016 Caritas Daya Nueva.
Scottish Cup (Quaich) 25th January at Altorreal
This was the first major cup of the year played at one of our favourite courses, Altorreal, where we were greeted with the usual organised set up and the course was in great condition.
The day was sponsored by our Scottish friends Andy Ramage, Alex Porteous and Chris Baillie, Chris unfortunately could not make it this year. 22 players met at Imanyo’s where the day started with the usual full English breakfast.
The format was pairs Texas Scramble, players were paired up into eleven teams with a lower handicap player pairing with a higher handicap player, there was only five shots between the highest and lowest which the finale scores reflected. After the golf we all went back to Imanyo’s for the presentation and to celebrate Burns night with traditional Scottish food, pipes and entertainment by the superb band Bardoi.
Winners of the ”Scottish Cup” (Quaich) were Christine Doolan and Andy Speck with 39 points, runners up on three way count back was “I’m playing very well” Alex Porteous and Andy Ramage with 41 points, the three nearest the pins were won, hole 5 by Pete Doolan, hole 8 by “I’m playing very well” Alex Porteous, and hole 17 by Dave Saunders.
Two football cards were sold on the night and were won by Dave Rotchell with Blackburn Rovers and Sandy with Hearts both winning €20 each and raising €40 for this year’s charity, we also ran a raffle which raised €487.00 with all the money (€527.00) going to our sponsored charity for 2016, Caritas Daya Nueva.
We would like to thank all the businesses and people who donated prizes to the raffle, also Antonio, Norma and staff at Imanyo Bar for the fantastic food and great hospitality.
IGS Competition 13th January at Alenda
This was the first game of 2016 as usual the day started with breakfast at Imanyo's where we made the draw, 16 players took part; the format was full handicap stableford.
Nearly a year ago on the 28th January we played at this course and we lost two players on the way, Ted Adams and Brian Court, well this year we went one better than that, the lead car driven by Alan Ralph with co pilot Steve Day “I know were the course is” who was on his mobile phone missed the turning for the course and ended up going to Benidorm on a toll road. They should not have turned round in between tolls so ended up paying a bit more of the toll fee than they should have, the irony of this is that two other cars were following and guess what Ted Adams and Brian Court were in one and Andy Ramage with the winner of the day Judy Evans in the other.
Eventually when everyone arrived we found everything sorted and ready to play, the course was in its usual great condition the weather (for you in the UK) started a bit chilly, needed a sweater, but when the sun got to work the temperature was over 70 degrees and no wind perfect for golf.
The day was won by Judy Evans with 32 points, Runner up on count back was Donald Main with 30 points with Alan Ralph “Keep It In The Family” also on 30 points. Only 3 nearest the pins were won, hole 3 by our new member John Fullicks, hole 13 by Wendy Ralph “Keep It In The Family” and hole 16 by Lesley Heap, the Endeavour award went to Ted Adams no score mentioned.
Back at Imanyo’s there were a few drinks and a lovely meal waiting. The football card was won by Steve Day with Middlesbrough, the money raised goes to our charity for 2016 Caritas Daya Nueva.
