Murrayshall Draw, Bits and bobs

[Troon Stevie]

OK I have put a provisional draw together for Sunday although I haven't heard anything from Bill Poster and Chopper will confirm his attendance on Thursday.

I will be trying to get there for around 10am to allow for Coffee and Bacon roll to be consumed whilst meeting everyone prior to the event

11:16 Keve, Ross, Slicerdude, Big Jim

11:23 Troon Stevie, Runonpark, Bill Poster.

11:30 Chopper, Old Novice, JohnC,

11:37 Foxholer, MisterS3, Gord

I have not cancelled the 5th tee time yet and I have 3 people who are yet to confirm so there is still time for a last minute entry.

The scoring will be taken as Stableford score using full handicap.

Prizes for

Best net Stableford (Summer Quaich Champion)
2nd
3rd

Nearest the pin 4th
Nearest the pin 18th

Scottish Long drive champion 13th


Best Gross on Par 3's
Best Net on Par 5's

A little bit different this year I have chosen at random 9 holes that will get a prize for best stableford score over these.

Last but not least (The wooden spoon)

See you all on Sunday.

[Slicerdude]

What no prize for best slice, thats me and Gord out the running...:tongue: :laugh:

[Johnc]

What about a prize for the most number of trees hit!:twitcy:

[Slicerdude]

John i will win that too, cause my slice usually ends up in the big sticks..:laugh: :laugh:

[runonpark]

What no prize for best slice, thats me and Gord out the running...:tongue: :laugh:

Here, I'm not too bad at tracing a banana in the sky with a ball either :eekw: :laugh:

[MisterS3]

Great news...i'm not out first at an MG event :laugh:

[Slicerdude]

Keve i`m counting on you man to hold us together, so you need to give me some pointers at cawder 2nite, MrS3 will feed me all the wrong information since i`m not on his side, good news for him....:laugh: :laugh:

[Foxholer]

11:37 Foxholer, MisterS3, Gord


What have I done to require this much 'Moderation':twitcy:

Ross

[MisterS3]

What have I done to require this much 'Moderation':twitcy:

Ross

I think Gord is actually keeping an eye on me!! :twitcy:

BTW - do either of you have GPS?

[MisterS3]

Keve i`m counting on you man to hold us together, so you need to give me some pointers at cawder 2nite, MrS3 will feed me all the wrong information since i`m not on his side, good news for him....:laugh: :laugh:

You'll be fine, Kev's played plenty of rounds with me and witnessed all sorts of golfing (and probably non-golfing) stupidity :D

PS - not sure if Kev's coming tonight. Its you, me, Gary, Cliche at the mo (john c out on medical exemption!)

[Troon Stevie]

After much deliberation I decided that best slice would only slow down play and due to Nike pulling out their sponsorship the prize had to be scrapped :biggrin:

GPS will be allowed on the day as long as Murrayshall don't have a local rule prohibiting it in competitions.


All players having played a practice round will be deducted 3 shots with a further 3 shots being deducted for using GPS :wink:

I will be hoping my playing partners have strong backs to carry me as I can't see myself relaxing enough to play well

[Foxholer]

I think Gord is actually keeping an eye on me!! :twitcy:

BTW - do either of you have GPS?

Just purchased a Sureshot - but having problems downloading courses. We'll see how GolfPlus's support is - reports 'Error 527 Internet Connection Unavailable'. Hope to have it sorted by weekend!

Ross

[MisterS3]

Just purchased a Sureshot - but having problems downloading courses. We'll see how GolfPlus's support is - reports 'Error 527 Internet Connection Unavailable'. Hope to have it sorted by weekend!

Ross

Keve and JohnC have Sureshot GPS and used it yesterday at M'sHall. Might be worth dropping them a PM.

Be ready to spend all day tell me we're exactly how many yards we are to the middle and then watch me duff one 30 yards :D

[Kevé]

To all the slicers coming on Sunday, bring your slice with you,you'll need it, there are 100's of trees to go around some of them in the fairway.:eek:

[BigJim]

Sice Kev is coming straight off of a night shift, and I'm a fat lazy bugger, he and I will be sharing a buggy (I need something to carry the 16 shots he'll be giving me....). SlicerDude, don't know if you want to get one too? I can ask Ross if you want. Works out at £11 per head.

[Gord]

What have I done to require this much 'Moderation':twitcy:

Ross

Your first post was here: http://www.moongolfer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1129&page=4
rather than in the Intros forum. We've had you under close surveillance ever since. Haven't you noticed the clicking noise when you use your phone? ;)

[Foxholer]

Your first post was here: http://www.moongolfer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1129&page=4
rather than in the Intros forum. We've had you under close surveillance ever since. Haven't you noticed the clicking noise when you use your phone? ;)
:smile:
Well, having hung around looking in the Trades forum for the previous couple of weeks, it didn't seem appropriate:rolleyesw:

Do I need to shut the door?;)

Better make the next post a proper one - it's number 100 (plus a few :radar: )

Ross

[golf_bhoy]

Just purchased a Sureshot - but having problems downloading courses. We'll see how GolfPlus's support is - reports 'Error 527 Internet Connection Unavailable'. Hope to have it sorted by weekend!

Ross

http://www.freegolfinfo.com/forums/tm.aspx?m=2200122&mpage=1&key=gps�

There's a possibility many current GPS providers may be forced out of business, or at least to close down for a while ...

[runonpark]

OK I have put a provisional draw together for Sunday although I haven't heard anything from Bill Poster and Chopper will confirm his attendance on Thursday.

I will be trying to get there for around 10am to allow for Coffee and Bacon roll to be consumed whilst meeting everyone prior to the event


I will be trying to get there for 10 (wife & 2 girls depending - they are dropping me off). I want to squeeze in a driver/wood session on the range first - I've not played at all this week.

I will be doing my best to spot the rest of the group, not knowing what anyone looks and trying to not look for dudes that look like their avatars lol

Have most of you met before??

Cheers,
Ian

[Foxholer]

I will be trying to get there for 10 (wife & 2 girls depending - they are dropping me off). I want to squeeze in a driver/wood session on the range first - I've not played at all this week.

I will be doing my best to spot the rest of the group, not knowing what anyone looks and trying to not look for dudes that look like their avatars lol

Have most of you met before??

Cheers,
Ian

That's the sort of time I'll be aiming for too. Bridge and Roadworks dependent in my case.

If you just ask for 'Ross' and I ask for 'Ian' we're bound to find one of the group. Mind, if I dont sort out the gear in the car - that got drenched on Sunday - you'll be able to smell me from some distance!:confused:

Ross

[Troon Stevie]

I will be trying to get there for 10 (wife & 2 girls depending - they are dropping me off). I want to squeeze in a driver/wood session on the range first - I've not played at all this week.

I will be doing my best to spot the rest of the group, not knowing what anyone looks and trying to not look for dudes that look like their avatars lol

Have most of you met before??

Cheers,
Ian

Just look out for the wee fat bloke with a ponytale.

I will probably just have bacon rolls and a few putts.

[MisterS3]

I will be trying to get there for 10 (wife & 2 girls depending - they are dropping me off). I want to squeeze in a driver/wood session on the range first - I've not played at all this week.

I will be doing my best to spot the rest of the group, not knowing what anyone looks and trying to not look for dudes that look like their avatars lol

Have most of you met before??

Cheers,
Ian

The range is no where near the pro shop, so without wheels it might be a bit of a trek there and back unfortunately.

I look just like my avatar (had a wee haircut recently though :D) and have lime green golf bag you can't miss. And yeh i'm called Ian as is Slicerdude :laugh:

Personally i've met 10 of the guys before but that's not to say i actually like any of them or enjoy playing a round of golf with any of them. :laugh:

Although in saying that Troon Stevie is alright :laugh: Jon't let him suggest a club for you though. He might be wee, but he hits his irons 2-3 clubs further than i do - and that was before his new Wilsons and their jacked lofts! :D
Bill Poster i've not met but made me laugh with his "ebay feedback" story on me. And since then i've been too scared to post any of my ebay auctions up here :twitcy:

[runonpark]

The range is no where near the pro shop, so without wheels it might be a bit of a trek there and back unfortunately.


Cool - thanks for the info dudes. Shame the range is so far away, but I suppose I can sacrafice a session on the range for being able to have a few beers after the round :smile: - I'll just have to settle on waiting a few holes to get in the groove :cool:

[MauriceFlitcroft'sGhost]

I will be trying to get there for 10 (wife & 2 girls depending - they are dropping me off). I want to squeeze in a driver/wood session on the range first - I've not played at all this week.

I will be doing my best to spot the rest of the group, not knowing what anyone looks and trying to not look for dudes that look like their avatars lol

Have most of you met before??

Cheers,
Ian

Get some badges made up.

"Hello, I am Ian and I'm a golfaholic." :D

[shanker]

I will be trying to get there for 10 (wife & 2 girls depending - they are dropping me off). I want to squeeze in a driver/wood session on the range first - I've not played at all this week.

I will be doing my best to spot the rest of the group, not knowing what anyone looks and trying to not look for dudes that look like their avatars lol

Have most of you met before??

Cheers,
Ian

Ian, just check out this old thread (http://www.moongolfer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1619)then you'll know what everyone looks like.
Especially Keve :)

[Johnc]

Weather forecast is looking good for Sunday guys!!:) :) :)

[runonpark]

Weather forecast is looking good for Sunday guys!!:) :) :)

Aye - looks like light wind and only a small chance of rain - bring it on :wink:

Ian

[Troon Stevie]

OK Chaps that's me paid Murrayshall so your all commited to play. :smile:

I have also managed to Jar my Wrist whilst hacking about round lochgreen last night so my left hand s currently out of commision. I will be there although I'm about 60-40 on actually playing :cry:

I have paid for 13 places so if for some reason Chopper can't make it I'll need to find somebody who fancies a free day on the course.

See Y'all on Sunday around 10am

Cheers

Stevie

[Troon Stevie]

Due to the Information from The guys who played a practice round this week the Scottish Long Drive Championship will be held at the 13th

We also have a late entry for the day with the inclusion of another high handicapper courtesy of JohnC :biggrin:

[Slicerdude]

Damn, i was gonna say that....:D seriously, hope you`re ok for Sunday Stevie, its too good to miss, actually you might think my wrists are goosed when u see me play....:laugh:

[runonpark]

Sigh......

Here was me thinking I would take this event slightly more seriously than my usual knockabouts and try and keep off the beer over the weekend..

...so I am heading to the car after leaving the gym and I get a text from my wife - "get some nappies"... so instead of heading straight home without temptation I get to Tescos and the first thing I see are the special offers on beers - and no sooner am I leaving with two boxes of stella on special offer (and thankfully the nappies as well)

At this rate I will be tucking into a vindaloo on Saturday night as well.... :D

Ian

[MisterS3]

Sigh......

Here was me thinking I would take this event slightly more seriously than my usual knockabouts and try and keep off the beer over the weekend..

...so I am heading to the car after leaving the gym and I get a text from my wife - "get some nappies"... so instead of heading straight home without temptation I get to Tescos and the first thing I see are the special offers on beers - and no sooner am I leaving with two boxes of stella on special offer (and thankfully the nappies as well)

At this rate I will be tucking into a vindaloo on Saturday night as well.... :D

Ian

Sounds like ideal preparation to me!! :)

I'll be out till 3-4am as per usual on a Saturday night :D and on Friday me thinks too :D

So i'll be the one smelling of booze at Murrayshall :D

BTW - have to thank Troon Stevie and Cliche for their help in bringing my swing back. In the words of Paulo Nutini "Slow down......." :D

[Bill Poster]

Just back from Summer hols and looking forward to Sunday.

Currently playing off 16.

Cheers
Bill:)

[Troon Stevie]

One last question to ask you guys.

It would be nice if we had an official photographer (or several) for Sunday.

I am truly hopeless at taking photos so if somebody would kindly volunteer that would be great.

[ANDYTROW]

Sigh......

Here was me thinking I would take this event slightly more seriously than my usual knockabouts and try and keep off the beer over the weekend..

...so I am heading to the car after leaving the gym and I get a text from my wife - "get some nappies"... so instead of heading straight home without temptation I get to Tescos and the first thing I see are the special offers on beers - and no sooner am I leaving with two boxes of stella on special offer (and thankfully the nappies as well)

At this rate I will be tucking into a vindaloo on Saturday night as well.... :D

Ian


Interesting. Whats the offer ?

[runonpark]

Interesting. Whats the offer ?

I think it was 24x330cl bottles for 14 quid

- of which i made a nice dent in last night :laugh:

[ANDYTROW]

I think it was 24x330cl bottles for 14 quid

- of which i made a nice dent in last night :laugh:

Must make a detour on the way home

[Kevé]

One last question to ask you guys.

It would be nice if we had an official photographer (or several) for Sunday.

I am truly hopeless at taking photos so if somebody would kindly volunteer that would be great.

I'll bring a camera but like you I'm hopeless at taking photos.
BTW did the photos from The Glen ever get aired, I remember Ian taking loads?

[Foxholer]

Weather Forecast seems to have changed :eek:

MrS3. Remember to bring those WP/pants. Price might seem a bargain if Sat wet as predicted!

Ross

[BigJim]

And the wind is forecast to pick up, coming from the NNE.


What direction does the long drive hole point?

[Kevé]

And the wind is forecast to pick up, coming from the NNE.


What direction does the long drive hole point?

Just noticed Stevie has changed the long drive hole to the 13th not the 15th. The 13th is hitting towards the East. We were discussing whether the drive had to be on the fairway as there's hunners of fairway bunkers on the 13th, it'd be a shame for someone to melt one bang down the middle into a bunker.

[Troon Stevie]

I changed the long drive because I was told that was a better option. :rolleyesw:

The weather forecast on Metcheck is partly cloudy although there may be a bit of a breeze.

[MisterS3]

Just noticed Stevie has changed the long drive hole to the 13th not the 15th. The 13th is hitting towards the East. We were discussing whether the drive had to be on the fairway as there's hunners of fairway bunkers on the 13th, it'd be a shame for someone to melt one bang down the middle into a bunker.

You guys are factoring in the wind direction and stuff for LD!!!!! :eek: :laugh: I'd better getting some practise for NTP :laugh:

I'd say that fairway bunker was fine. But happy with either decision - Stevie?
Personally i think somebody will fly it and so it shouldn't be an issue. Unless we are playing off whites?

15 was the par 5 dog leg to the left?
So same reason as 12 for me as to why its not the best choice i.e You can't see the landing area and it requires a shaped shot to stay on the fairway.

[Kevé]

15 wasn't a dog leg, well it was the way you played it:laugh:

[MisterS3]

15 wasn't a dog leg, well it was the way you played it:laugh:

:laugh: Got me there!

I actually made par without touching the fairway :D

[Kevé]

Don't you just love the run up to an event.
I'm still not sure which face to bring for the day, it's either my game face or get shit faced!
I've also just realised that the guys from the practise day have been split up, remember it's against our pact to give out any information as to lines routes etc.

[Troon Stevie]

Don't you just love the run up to an event.
I'm still not sure which face to bring for the day, it's either my game face or get shit faced!
I've also just realised that the guys from the practise day have been split up, remember it's against our pact to give out any information as to lines routes etc.

Like I'd take advice from you on lines and routes anyway :wink:

[Kevé]

No sign of the GM guys coming Stevie, Rob or Ken?

[MisterS3]

Don't you just love the run up to an event.
I'm still not sure which face to bring for the day, it's either my game face or get shit faced!
I've also just realised that the guys from the practise day have been split up, remember it's against our pact to give out any information as to lines routes etc.

I'll bet on shit-faced :D You never turn up with game face. In fact i don't think i've ever seen your game face!

That would be advice!!! And you knot that is against the rules :laugh: So as much as i'd want to i can't :laugh: Sorry guys :laugh:

[Troon Stevie]

No sign of the GM guys coming Stevie, Rob or Ken?

Rob has he handicap club championship final on Sunday (moved from last sunday) and Ken is not sure if he'll be back in the country.

[MisterS3]

Like I'd take advice from you on lines and routes anyway :wink:

Very good point Stevie.....we'll have to point out where Kev sent us on the first on Monday :laugh:

[Kevé]

You guys are factoring in the wind direction and stuff for LD!!!!! :eek: :laugh: I'd better getting some practise for NTP :laugh:

I'd say that fairway bunker was fine. But happy with either decision - Stevie?
Personally i think somebody will fly it and so it shouldn't be an issue. Unless we are playing off whites?

15 was the par 5 dog leg to the left?
So same reason as 12 for me as to why its not the best choice i.e You can't see the landing area and it requires a shaped shot to stay on the fairway.

It's a 260 yard carry to fly that bunker, big carry.

[Kevé]

Very good point Stevie.....we'll have to point out where Kev sent us on the first on Monday :laugh:
Aye well, nothing like a slight navigational error on the 1st tee, and I did come out worst. It was Murrayshall's fault for printing both course layouts on the same card.

[MisterS3]

It's a 260 yard carry to fly that bunker, big carry.

Really :eek:

Oh well i'd better hit it out the middle this time :laugh:

BTW - Stroke Indexes? What we doing about them?

[MisterS3]

Aye well, nothing like a slight navigational error on the 1st tee, and I did come out worst. It was Murrayshall's fault for printing both course layouts on the same card.

Erm...that's because you hit the tree!!!!!!

You were supposedly (according to you) to cut it around that tree, which Jim and I managed really really well (i think that was my best drive of the day :laugh:)........into the velcro between the fairways of 1 and 6(?) :laugh:

Was funny though :laugh: We must have looked really good from the pro shop! :laugh:

[runonpark]

Can anyone that has played the course comment on the rough - i'm looking at the course using online maps and the areas for rough look minimal - just a lot of trees... - is that right??

[Troon Stevie]

Really :eek:

Oh well i'd better hit it out the middle this time :laugh:

BTW - Stroke Indexes? What we doing about them?

What is wrong with the stroke indexes?

[MisterS3]

What is wrong with the stroke indexes?

I don't have my card with me, but i don't think they match the course or the one they have online. Although i may be wrong.

NB: I birdied the SI 2 320 yard par 4 :confused:

Kev???

[Kevé]

What is wrong with the stroke indexes?

Nothing in a Stableford, but a bit dodgy for matchplay. Par 5's are high No's par 3's are low. So should favour the higher handicappers that'll get 2 shots on par 3's but should level itself out over 18 as they'll only get 1 at the par 5's.

[MisterS3]

Can anyone that has played the course comment on the rough - i'm looking at the course using online maps and the areas for rough look minimal - just a lot of trees... - is that right??

The rough when wet is very hard to hit from. Jim and I tried rescues from the clover on the right of the first and didn't get it more than 20yards.

I thought that it wasn't that tight and but the tree's and rough will come into play off the yellows, so it might not be driver for a lot of holes, unless you are confident about your direction. I mean that on the longer par 4's the fairway narrowed at 230 on 2 occasions i remember and also there are not too many straight holes, so the line you think you should take is not always correct/rewarded.

Annoyingly for me, my memory of the course from Monday is already fading.

[Kevé]

Annoyingly for me, my memory of the course from Monday is already fading.

Already?
I've been drawing up my battle plan, still undecided what to hit on 9, Devils Elbow, I'll see how I'm hitting it on the day. Biggest part of the plan is to avoid the semi rough it is like velcro, not long but very lush, oh and trees.

[MisterS3]

Already?
I've been drawing up my battle plan, still undecided what to hit on 9, Devils Elbow, I'll see how I'm hitting it on the day. Biggest part of the plan is to avoid the semi rough it is like velcro, not long but very lush, oh and trees.

Yeh - says a lot about what my mind is doing when i'm playing golf!!

Think little monkey banging cymbals :laugh:

[Troon Stevie]

You guys are filling me with confidence about how a knackered wrist will deal with velcro rough :cry:

[MisterS3]

You guys are filling me with confidence about how a knackered wrist will deal with velcro rough :cry:

Said mister fairways and greens :D

[Gord]

If it's raining I'm Donald Ducked. Can't play in the rain.
If it's not raining: I'll be ready. Had a lesson on Wednesday and nearly set the range on fire. Playing a quick round at Troon this evening.

So it'll be either the Quiche or the Wooden Spoon that was used to bake it! :wink:

[Kevé]

If it's raining I'm Donald Ducked. Can't play in the rain.


Me neither!

[Kevé]

P*SH F*CK SH*T B*ST*RD.
Just back from my club, I've been cut to 5.4, chuffed to be back to Cat1 but pissed off it had to happen this weekend and I can't even get out to 'throw' a medal and get back up.

[MisterS3]

P*SH F*CK SH*T B*ST*RD.
Just back from my club, I've been cut to 5.4, chuffed to be back to Cat1 but pissed off it had to happen this weekend and I can't even get out to 'throw' a medal and get back up.

Well done - congrats :D

Hoping for a cut this weekend too. Playing in stableford comp and assume its a counter. Hope to get round in mid 80's for a cut.

[3puttwizard]

Well done - congrats :D

Hoping for a cut this weekend too. Playing in stableford comp and assume its a counter. Hope to get round in mid 80's for a cut.


Net or gross? :wink:

[Johnc]

Don't you just love the run up to an event.
I'm still not sure which face to bring for the day, it's either my game face or get shit faced!
I've also just realised that the guys from the practise day have been split up, remember it's against our pact to give out any information as to lines routes etc.

My lips are sealed!:D :D

[Kevé]

Hate to say this but tomorrows forecast is a shocker, 100% cloud cover and some seriously heavy rain.
I'll phone the course today and see what the chances are of it closing.
http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/today.asp?zipcode=Perth%20and%20Kinross

[Troon Stevie]

According to the link you sent Kev the weather will be fine tomorrow. Today looks a bit crap though.

[runonpark]

Today in Edinburgh is a shocker - went to the gym at 9 in a downpour and when we came out at 12 it was still chucking it down.... fingers x'd for tomorrow - you never know it could be a scorcher, right :twitcy:

[Kevé]

Today in Edinburgh is a shocker - went to the gym at 9 in a downpour and when we came out at 12 it was still chucking it down.... fingers x'd for tomorrow - you never know it could be a scorcher, right :twitcy:
You never know, that's what happened at Letham, it was absolutely bouncing 20
minutes before the 1st tee off and had been for hours then the skies opened and it was glorious.
Stevie I'm not sure if the forecast changed or I was looking at the wrong thing, I'm sure it was awful when I looked.

[Troon Stevie]

Sunday 19th of August

Partly cloudy all day as far as I can see.

Saturday 18th of August

Persistant rain all day.

[MisterS3]

Game called off today - non-stop pour...even got soaked at the range and tweaked my back! :no: Will be an 'interesting' round tomorrow! Bring some jokes guys :D

[runonpark]

Game called off today - non-stop pour...even got soaked at the range and tweaked my back! :no: Will be an 'interesting' round tomorrow! Bring some jokes guys :D

.... my car, my swing........:D

[Foxholer]

Today in Edinburgh is a shocker - went to the gym at 9 in a downpour and when we came out at 12 it was still chucking it down.... fingers x'd for tomorrow - you never know it could be a scorcher, right :twitcy:

Well Gullane area confirms it's 'micro-climate' reputation.

Forth was absolutely calm as I passed by Longniddry Bents - currently a 'Ferret' camping ground - and played more in shirt sleeves than waterproof. Shot interestin mix. but mainly v good - I'll blame GPS giving me confidence. 1 under for the par 3s; Holes 7-11 went Double, Par, Bogey, Birdie, Eagle!:rolleyesw: . Finished up 3 over gross, first time I've broken par on a 9:D .

That's buggered any prospect of playing well tomorrow then. :madw: . If only I could do that in medals:( :(

Ross