Played in this format of the game, par often proves difficult for Ivanhoe members. 9th July brought forth not only a great morning for golf, but a really positive scoring day for competitors. All championship points for this round were acclaimed to +1 or better!! Barring injuries, only two players submitted less than -3. Well played gentleman. Maybe Par isn’t that bad?                (preferred lies helps)…

The best round carded for the round belonged to Mehmet Akdag, with an incredible 76 off the stick earning +6! Apparently Mehmet’s good form was financially motivated, taking Andrew Petricola’s(69 gross!) coins. Andrew didn’t leave empty-handed with a +4, receiving second place championship points. Bitt stiff Pres..

That handy gopher Stefan belevski(70) continues his push for this years title, again playing to a handicap most of us will only dream of. Joining Stefan on +3, was Harry Boughen(86) whose back nine contained 5+’s! Good going guys, and good luck to you both in the race to December.

Mo Sabih(83) continues in his knack of handing in respectable cards, and obviously enjoying his golf. Slowly starting to gather momentum this season Jan Siemon(80) has now placed in his last three starts, and looks ominous to threaten the leaders in months to come.  Mo, and Jan share fourth place with +2.

Rd 1 of the Fred Howe Winter cup commences this weekend, so two stableford rounds, combined scores, and a big trophy to the winner. With Pepsi’s bucks day first week, and wedding the next, the field for this year’s cup is slightly reduced. Double Points, up for grabs, and a chance to be engraved into immortality.

With the disruption in regards to tee Marshall, all those unavailable for next following weeks will be sloted back into the rotation once returned.

On a tastier note, after the success of last years wine purchase, I am happy to announce that a pallet has been procured, and orders will be happily taken. Price per dozen is same as last year $125. The 2010 vintage McClaren vale shiraz has been bottled. We are expecting delivery late November. Further details, or for ordering options fell free to contact me. jansieon@live.com.au or on 0406 225 442

Results for Saturday, 09 July 2011
1st Mehmet Akdag(+6)
2nd Andrew Petricola(+4) 3rd Stefan Belevski(+3) 3rd Harry
Boughen(+3) 4th Mo Sabih(+2) 4th Jan Siemon(+2) 5th Craig
Sharp(+1)

Medal rounds bring out the best in the Ivanhoe members. Is it the prestige of the trophy, bragging rights, a chance to play in the ultimate tournament determining the champion of Champions. All of the above, plus 8 points, handicap deduction, and a free golf ball if you lose on countback… Such is the case in most Medal Matches.

July proved different…

Three competitors were able to shoot better nett scores than par!!!  Only two others beat 70!!!

With the recent improvements of our beloved track, combined with prefered lies(my favourite), and a gorgeous calm spring morning. Scoring should have been easy.

The Medal this month came down to a three-way tie between two real contenders, and a player charging his way up through the field. unfortunately, there is only one July Medal to present. The decision came down to a countback.

Congratulations to Benananan Akdag(84), Targe Mifsud(83), and Stefan Belevski(174)  all carding 66 nett. For Benananan, the round was that little bit sweeter, pipping his closet rivals to claim the Medal. Great golf gents, and well deserved of the championship points earned. Targe’s equal first has now taken him to the top of the table in both our tournaments this season, consistent golf can pay dividends, but a clean sweep seems a tall task.

Stephen O’Sullivan(80) continues his good form this year, simply, by turning up each week. His even par nett round was enough to secure outright second, and place him well in the hunt for the major prize. After being 10 over through six holes Jan Siemon’s chances of points seemed all but fantasy. Pleasant company, nice walk, and beautiful surrounds contributed to a supprising 69 nett, taking third.

Chris Priems is loveing the shorter holes securing the ball hole, while the man in the hoodie surprisingly took our cash. Top shot Mehmit Akdag.

Results for Saturday, 02 July 2011
1st Ben Akdag(66) 1st
Stefan Belevski(66) 1st Targe Mifsud(66) 2nd Stephen
O’Sullivan(68) 3rd Jan Siemon(69) 4th Malcolm Adey(70) 5th
Rodger Clarke(71) 5th Mo Sabih(71)

Perfect conditions continue at the Mecca of Golf. An ever evolving course, combined with ideal local rules. Preferred Lies!!! May they never leave. This Saturday we saw the in the form members stake their claims for this years championship. Barring our well deserved winner Richard Hall(40), all points earners were in the top nine on the Championship table! It’s cracking up to be a fantastic race to trophy.

Richard Hall’s fine form in recent weeks has finally paid dividends, shooting a very respectable 80 for 40 points. After third, and second finishes in the fortnight prior it was only ever a matter of time before the eight points were his. The win takes Richard to 22 championship points, and defiantly still in the hunt. Look out leaders. Keep up the form Richard.

Second place this week went to kAzim Akdag, albeit with a huge handicap deduction recently he is still managing to play to par or better. kAzim’s goal of becoming a single figure golfer was almost realised with his 38 point round on the weekend. Leaving him perilously close, now to play of 9.5. Being last months Medal winner, he stands a good chance to succeed this week.

Have to feel a little sorry for David Rees(37), whose 72 off the stick only earns third place. Great golf David, unfortunately the handicap becomes even tighter. Oliver Gross(36), Andrew Pepsicola(33), and Mo Sabih(33) made up the remaining point winners for the week, putting a new edge on our leaderboard. Well played gentleman.

Some people seem to have all the luck.. But in Stephen O’Sullivan’s case, it appears the more you play the luckier he becomes.

This happy occasion was after an Eagle on the 17th. Looking for a tee shot that was first assumed long, his ball was found inside the fence. Sos took his trusty lob wedge, and as expected claimed the nest(hope they were the Steel Eagles). Congratulations mate, rare achievement, and should be celebrated.

Quarter final Match play results:

Bennanan Akdag def Tony Mifsud 2 up

Oliver Gross def Craig Sharp 4 & 3

Quarter finals need to be played by 30 July, but given a two week Major this month and a Medal carefull scheduling is in order. Well done to Ben, and Oliver progressing into the semi finals.

Ball hole was eaten up this week, with a pearler from Craig Sharp, while Chris Priems was loveing the extra coin for the weekend.

                    This photo has been sent in anonymously, with the question.

“Who stole Sideshow Bob’s shoes?”

I have an idea.. Apparently he 4 putted multiple times last weekend!!

Results for Saturday, 25 June 2011
1st Richard Hall(40)
2nd Kazim Akdag(38) 3rd David Rees(37) 4th Oliver Gross(36)
5th Andrew Petricola(33) 5th Mo Sabih(33)

ps sorry for late post. I forgot…

  Yes. Same photo. Same Result! A very happy Mo sabih Again taking the honours well clear of the field, demolishing Chris Priems’s 2011 Matchplay dreams along the way.

Was only three weeks ago when Mo played his first round match. Not only did he win comfortably, he claimed the eight championship points with a +3 Par round. If a book was run on this years Matchplay, Mo Sabih would have to be odds on! Suggest not to play him on a Par day…

Contary to the weather forecastors(who all should be on a bonus system), perfect playing conditions graced our cherished track. Albiet a tad soft underground, preferred lies, and the ever increasing quality of the greens suggested quality rounds were there for the taking. As it turned out, going proved very difficult with 95% of members carding -2 or worse. Only Mo Sabih(+4), and Jan Siemon(+1) were able to beat par this week.

A few different ways to play our course  presented golfers this week, with interesting tees, and even more challenging pin positions. None more so than the 14th(ranked 17), which proved extreamly tough giving up only four halves or better for the day!

Second round Matchplay has been completed, bring on the Quarters. Results as follows:

Damian Lee def Mike Mann 4&2

Mo Sabih def Chris Priems 4&2

Well done to all who have progressed.

Ball hole won by Targe Mifsud, who was only just shorter than Harry Bughen’s(both birdied). The cash went to the smiling Mrs Tony Mifsud who was taken out to dinner.

Results for Saturday, 18 June 2011
1st Mo Sabih(+4) 2nd
Jan Siemon(+1) 3rd Emilio Bassi(-2) 3rd Richard Hall(-2)
3rd Targe Mifsud(-2) 4th S Butterfield(-3) 4th Rodger
Clarke(-3) 4th Tony Mifsud(-3) 5th Harry Boughen(-4) 5th
Damien Lee(-4) 5th David Rees(-4)