Although not forecast, the weather was initially very
misty causing a delay to the start, despite the fact that the JOG members all
arrived on schedule allowing the organiser the opportunity to relax. The Bedford
& County Seniors Captain introduced himself and was proud to announce that
he was not the shortest player (he was standing next to Captain Fred at the
time !), although I think a micrometre would be necessary to confirm the
difference in height.
The initial part of the day continued to be misty,
cold and damp, making the course play longer, but fortunately we were bathed in
sunshine before the games were complete.
There were mixed fortunes with two games being decided
early (a 7 & 6 loss and a 5 & 4 win bandits on both sides), two games
decided on the last hole (one win, and one loss), and Fred and I were holding
our own against Ron Etheridge 9 h/cap but played to 2 over, until we stopped
for a sausage roll and lost the next 3 holes – I reckon our dogs were doctored
!
We were looking good for an unexpected match win,
sitting in the club house 4-3 up and the last match was reported to be 3 up.
Confidence reigned until the last match came in having lost on the last hole !
Final match score was a creditable 4-4 draw, followed
by roast beef – all in all a great day, just a couple of handicaps need to be
reviewed (19 h/cap and a card 5 over par – hmmmmm.)
Graham McKay - Match Organiser
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