On a fine Thursday afternoon, three pairs of players from Ullesthorpe Court came to contest a ladies’ handicap match at MMGC. The weather was sunny and still and the course was in superb condition. As it happens, the first and second matches were easily decided, so all rested on the…
Melton’s B Team travelled to Humberstone Heights led by Melton’s Vice Captain John Harvey, who was hoping to get back to winning ways after narrowly losing the previous week. Humberstone would be a formidable side to overcome, especially away from home. The good weather and a well manicured course would…
Melton Seniors took on a strong Birstall side at home and with the Seniors’ Captain Dick Chapman and John Squires losing their opening match, the team were certainly going to be up against it. There were a few matches which were very nip and tuck, but Melton soon took control…
It was a month of extremes with a very wet spell resulting in postponed matches or those played in adverse conditions and the hottest day of the year so far!! However, the month was still jam packed with golf played both home and away. Here is a roundup of the…
On Tuesday 2nd July, 21 ladies travelled to Newark to play in an exchange day organised by Lady Captain, Nancy Denny. The weather was set fair and the generous fairways allowed for less than perfect drives. However, the greens were running fast so putting had to have pin point accuracy.…
Good weather and a well manicured course set the scene for the mixed match on Sunday 30 Jun against Beedles Lake. The format was greensome and Melton took an early lead despite Beedles having the home advantage. However, Beedles turned the tables and finished very strongly, taking the overall match with…
With the nickname of Rain Man as a result of the torrential rain during his away day, Melton Club Captain Gerry Stephens was hoping for sunshine on his Captain’s Day on Saturday 29th June. Fortunately, the temperature soared as the day became the hottest day of the year so far. Some…
On Tuesday 25th June (JUNE I might add!!) the annual Jack Wildman Trophy took place where the Seniors’ Captain, Dick Chapman, and Lady Captain, Nancy Denny, invited members from their sections to play in a mixed Greensomes match. Twelve pairs arrived at the Clubhouse in good cheer despite the continuous…
Melton Mowbray Golf Club was privileged to hold the 3rd team match between Leicestershire and Rutland Veteran Ladies’ Golf Association (L&RVLGA) and their counterpart from Northamptonshire. The day was set fair, although there was thunder forecast. Luckily, there was no disruption to the play and the bad weather passed us…
The Petfoods Trophy attracted 77 competitors in perfect weather on Saturday, with a course well manicured and in excellent condition. This would set the scene for some expected low scoring returns and they were certainly not disappointed. With the overall winner Matt Catton returning an excellent best gross of 72,…
