INTER-DIVISIONAL MATCH AGAINST THE EAST-DIVISION

 This was our second Inter-Divisional match of the season and it took place at Ladybank Golf Club.  Again we were blessed with good weather and it was great to see both teams on the practice areas prior to the games, following the coffee/tea and bacon rolls in the clubhouse.

The course was in very good condition with beautiful sand in the bunkers and the greens running very true, although a little slow on some occasions. There was a great amount of laughter, before and after the match with players exchanging experiences of the new season, alongside individual family chats on everything and anything.

Prior to the 2 course meal in the late afternoon, the presentation of the Trophy was made by Sal Shepherd, East Captain to Fiona Johnston, Midland Past Captain. This resulted in the Midland team retaining the silverware for another year. The result was 5.5 - 1.5.  A special thanks goes to Evelyn Hamilton who organised the whole event, exclusive of selecting the team.  It certainly was an excellent day in lovely surroundings

Elsie Hutcheson beat Barbara Biggart

Lesley Gibb beat Dianne Brown

Jude Allardice halved Marie Pollock

Morag Wardrop beat Gail Mathieson

Claire Capocci beat Sharon Lynch

Joyce Murdoch beat Louise Casey

Fiona Johnston lost Fiona Larnach.

Our best wishes go to Linda Dyball, who was originally part of team, and had to withdraw at short notice due to a hand injury.

 

9 HOLE COMPETITION AT MILNATHORT ON FRIDAY 7th JUNE 2024

 The event is a new venture for the Midland Vets for 2024. It will be run in the same way as all other Competitions, with the added hope that some of our ladies, who do not like just playing 18 holes on every occasion, may participate.

The closing date for the Competition is 28th May 2024. Sheila Travers, will not be playing on the day, therefore, will be available for any advice on the day.

Please click here to access the form and submit in the usual way.

I do hope you will support this new event and I look forward to seeing you there on 7th June 2024.

Fiona Johnston

Past Captain/Acting Captain

INTER-DIVISION MATCH - MIDLAND Vs THE NORTH

 Yesterday, 9th May 2024 saw the first of our Inter-Divisional matches of the season being held against the North Division at Strathmore Golf Club.  The weather was very kind to us, with full sunshine all day. The course was in great condition and the golf was of a very high standard, with 2 games finishing on the 17th and the rest on the 18th hole.

The morning commenced with coffee/tea and bacon rolls and prior to the tee offs, team photos were taken. A 2 course meal was provided in the clubhouse, after the matches, followed by the presentation of the trophy.

This year, The North Trophy was retained by the The North team, with a win of 4-3.

Well done to all the players to travelled to represent the Midlands and for providing entertaining golf for Linda Urquhart, the North Captain and myself.

The Midland team :- Margo Gardener, Elaine Moffat, Lorna Bennett,  Aileen Baker, Dorothy Ford, Lorna McLinlay and Hilary Scott.

The North team :- Jackie Brown, Sheena Wood, Kathleen Sutherland, Frances Miller, Jean Harrison, Fiona Hay and Kim Watt.

Our next Inter-Divisional match is against the East at Ladybank on Monday 13th May.

Fiona Johnston

Past Captain/Acting Captain 

SPRING MEETING RESULTS AT THE EDEN 30th APRIL

 Following the postponement of our Spring and Opening meeting on 18th April, we were fortunate that the Links Trust at St Andrews were able to accommodate us on a full course on the 30th April. Although there was a good wind, the sun was warm and we all escaped any driving rain.

Our numbers, however, dropped from 70 to 52 players, but from what I hear, I'm sure the players enjoyed the opportunity to catch up with friends, they may not have seen over the winter, and also to get the chance to meet players that they did not know before.

The Winner of the Allan Trophy was Alex Glaister, from Muckhartf Golf Club, with a Nett score of 69. Our Scratch winner was Linda Allan, Glenbervie Golf Club with a Gross score of 76.

For all other winners click here the attached file.

Please also click here to view  Gross scores of all the players.

Please also click here to view Nett scores of all the players,  Please ignore the (Draft) in brackets, this was when the computer failed when were attempting to post the results. The Nett scores are correct for all players.

A quick reminder that the next Meeting is on the 7th June at Milnathort Golf Club which is a 9 hole competition.

Fiona Johnston

Past Captain/Acting Captain

INTER-DIVISIONAL MATCHES 2024

 Well its that time of year again, for our teams to be selected to play against the North, the East and the West Divisions.  These matches this year, respectfully are at Strathmore - North, - 9th May (0 -5.4), Ladybank - East 13th May (5.5 - 9.4) and Auchterarder - West 27th May (9.5 +)

Due to our Spring meeting being re-scheduled, I will now be sending out emails to those players eligible to play, on Monday 22nd April.  Players will then be able to inform me if they wish to play and are free for selection. 

Handicap selection will be based on the player's Handicap Index held on Saturday 20th April. This allows players to get a few games under their belts before this date.

There will be coffee and bacon rolls prior to the match and a two course meal after, followed by the presentation of the Trophy. This year, however, due to increasing costs, we are asking players to contribute £10.00 towards the cost of the meals.

I do hope we have a good response as your participation is a valued aspect of our membership.

Fiona Johnston

Past Captain/Acting Captain

RE-SCHEDULED SPRING MEETING - EDEN COURSE, ST ANDREWS LINKS, 30TH APRIL 2024

The Spring Meeting has been re-scheduled for Tuesday 30th April 2024.

Times from 12:08.

Please click here for the on-line form taking care to select the correct response.

The closing date is Friday 19th April 2024.

The Convenor for the competition is Aileen Baker. Any questions contact Aileen on 

07770 886772 or aileen.baker@btinternet.com

SVLGA IRISH MATCH IN PORTMARNOCH 6th-8th APRIL 2024

 Congratulations go to Alison Davidson and Elaine Moffat from our Midland Ladies, who have been selected to play in the Scotland team over this coming week-end, in the Irish v Scotland annual match.

I am sure both members will enjoy the trip and all our good wishes go with them and the team, both in single and pair matches.  

All the best ladies.

Fiona Johnston

Past Captain/Acting Captain

BLAIRGOWRIE OPEN MEETING AND GREENSOMES BALLOT 2024

.  Our division has 9 places at Blairgowrie for the Open Meeting and Greensomes. One space will be taken by the committee as we are required to attend the SVLGA executive committee meeting and carry out desk duties during the events.

The Midland Vets committee has decided to offer places in the 2024 event to those pairs who applied and were unsuccessful in the 2023 ballot. These pairs will be contacted directly.

All members of SVLGA (Midland Division) have the opportunity to enter the ballot to play in the SVLGA Open Meeting and Greensomes at Blairgowrie (Cost £130 per pair)

Monday 23rd and Tuesday 24th September 2024

You have to Enter with a Partner but it you don't have a partner e mail aileen.baker@btinternet.com and we will endeavour to pair you up

TO ENTER THE BALLOT

Add You and Your Partner's Name to the List at the Desk on 10th April at the Spring Meeting 

or email aileen.baker@btinternet.com before the closing date of Friday 19th April 2024

The SVLGA Championship will be held on the Lansdowne Course on Sunday 22nd and  Monday 23rd September 2024.

The winner of the 2024 Midland Championship held at Kinross Golf Club on 15th and 16th July 2024 will represent Midland Vets in the event

Our 2023 Champion was Elaine Moffat

SPRING MEETING -THE EDEN COURSE, ST ANDREWS ON WEDNESDAY 10th APRIL 2024

Entries are open for the Spring Meeting at The Eden Golf Course, St Andrews, on Wednesday 10th April 2024.

Please click here for the on-line form. Enter your details on the form and click "Submit."

Entries must be accompanied by payment of the entry fee of £25.00. Payment is either by BACS or Cheque (See form for more details).

The closing date for entries is the 31st March 2024.

The Convenor for the Competition is Aileen Baker. Any questions please contact Aileen.

E-mail : aileen.baker@btinternet.com.  Tel - 07770886772

I hope everyone has a great season and I will see you on the 10th April

Fiona Johnston

Past Captain

DRAFT AGM MINUTES 2023

 Good afternoon Ladies.  Memberships are starting to come in, so I hope everyone is beginning to start thinking of the coming season.  However, we still have to round off 2023.  So in that light, please find attached a draft Minute of the AGM held on 1st November, 2023.

Please click here for the Draft Minute.

Kind Regards

Fiona Johnston

Past Captain

HAPPY NEW YEAR

 All the best to all our members and I hope you had a great festive period.  As we start our New Year, I wish to remind you that registration for the Midland Membership is now open until the end of February 2024.

The Committee are in the process of arranging of the fixtures for the season, along with the Inter-Divisional Matches, to which I hope we have a good response.

Please feel free to encourage friends or members from your club who are presently members to join the Midland Vets, as the events allow players to play at a competitive level within their own Handicap range.

Your support throughout the year, will be most welcome as we move forward, unfortunately without a Captain or Vice Captain this season.  However, I can assure you the Committee have taken this on board and are committed to ensure we fulfill our obligations while serving on the Committee.

Wishing you all the best and good golfing for 2024.

Fiona Johnston

Past Captain