On Sunday 13th September, 18 past Captains from all over Leicester and Rutland turned out for the President’s weekend away at the McDonald’s Portal Golf and Spa, Tarporley, Cheshire in support of President David Stott. The format for the weekend was a three ball betterball stableford. With excellent sunny weather…
The annual match between MMGC and Leicester Tigers Past Players took place on Sunday 6th September. The players met for a pre-match photo and the scene was set with the usual banter from the onset. The players teed off in lovely sunshine and although there was no post match meal,…
With a very cold wind and a drop in temperature this Saturday competition was going to be a test for many a good golfer and the outcome did not not disappoint. Despite the weather the day was very well supported with 126 entrants overall. This was the 9th competition in…
The 3rd round of the PRO/AM challenge between Melton Golf Club and Forest Hill took place on Sunday 30th August and Melton were looking to revenge their defeat last year. It was Forest Hill who took the early initiative by winning the 1st hole. The next two holes were halved…
In near perfect weather conditions and a golf course to match, the annual Medics v Teachers fundraiser was held on Bank Holiday Monday. Around 80 golfers turned out to compete in a Betterball Stableford format. Some excellent golf was witnessed on the receptive greens, followed by exceptional putting from a…
On Saturday 29th August, Melton golfers braved the cold and wind to compete in the Medal Competition. Everyone was met with a very strong headwind over the first few holes; however it was of assistance on the long par 5s. The greens were very receptive following the overnight rain and…
Nineteen ladies joined Jackie Fisher, MMGC Lady Captain, at Kenwick Park near Louth for an away break. For some, it was the first time away from home during the pandemic and all safety measures were in place to ensure that everyone had a very enjoyable stay. Rain interrupted play for…
Thank you to everybody who played on the day. The weather was windy with occasional showers, but that didn’t stop some good scores being made. There were 128 men playing, 10 ladies and, I’m pleased to say, 6 juniors.Thanks also go to Tony for his help with the day’s organisation,…
On Sunday 16th August, despite the possibility of thunderstorms, 208 competitors turned out for the prestigious Pork Pie Open. This annual event sponsored by Stephen Hallam of Dickinson and Morris of Melton Mowbray and included golfers from all over the Midlands. Besides various prizes, every entrant received a delicious pork…
On an incredibly hot and windless Wednesday 12th August, 31 ladies set out for a challenging 18 holes of golf on Lady Captain’s Day. The Lady Captain, Jackie Fisher, had organised a fun competition and in honour of the Glorious Twelfth, not only was the longest drive on this hole,…
