Lorna retains title

In the Faldo European golf series, which concluded at a windy Ladybank, Lorna McClymont successfully defended her under 21 girl’s title for the second year in a row, one of only a handful of players who have managed to win back to back titles. Well done Lorna.

Winter 4’s Final

Lorraine Campbell and Laura McGeachy won the final beating Karen McIlvaney and Audrey Adams.

Winter Foursomes final

The delayed final of this years winter foursomes will be played on Sunday 18th October at Douglas Park Golf Club, at 12.40. Finalists are Lorraine Campbell and Laura McGeachy v Karen McIlvaney and Audrey Adams.

Annual General Meeting

The 2020 AGM will be held on Thursday 29th October at 7pm. This will be a zoom meeting, if you wish to participate please contact Colleen to register. Joining details will be provided prior to the meeting.

Good news

It has been decided that as we have played no competitions this season, this years subscriptions will be rolled forward to next year. For those members paying by Standing Order this should be amended to cover next year- 2021-2022.

Competition update

In accordance with the current guidance from Scottish Golf, the committee has decided to cancel the remainder of the competitions scheduled for this year, with the exception of the Winter Foursomes. It has also been decided to run a Plate competition alongside this.

Should the guidance from Scottish Golf change the situation may be reviewed.

Death of former County Captain Jennifer Kinloch

It is with regret that we announce the death of former County Captain Jennifer Kinloch on Tuesday 7th July.  Jennifer was an Honorary life member of Cardross Golf Club and past Captain of Buchanan Golf club.

Competition update

With the continuing uncertainty on access to golf courses and clubhouse facilities it has been decided not to play any county competitions scheduled for July.  Discussions are currently taking place regarding competitions later in the year and it is hoped that we will be able to play some competitions towards the end of the season.  Once the situation is clarified an update will be provided.

West of Scotland Competition update

Due  to the continuing threat from the Covid-19 virus and with the agreement of the 4 West County Captains, it has been decided to cancel the following competitions:

West of Scotland Championship   – 10th May

Junior Inter County matches (Kennedy Salver)  – 1st June

Inter County Foursomes Final  – 2nd June

West Inter County matches (Jamboree)   15th-17th June

Update on Competition Cancellations

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 situation the Committee has now agreed to cancel all County competitions until the end of June. The situation will be kept under review and further updates posted.  In the meantime take care and keep safe.