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Two Verulam members become Herts Rules Officials
Look closely at this picture from the Herts Golf Union AGM in February and you will spot two familiar Verulam faces. Dr Alan Thomson and Steve Fownes came 1st and 2nd in the rules of golf exam they sat in December 2009 (we are not sure who was 1st and 2nd though!). Alan and Steve received their Badges and Certificates at the AGM and are now bona fide HGU Rules Officials to whom Club members, the Secretary and the Club Professional can turn for assistance in interpreting the Rules of Golf. As new County officials, they are eligible to referee in county events. So, very well done Alan and Steve. This link will take you to the full story on the HGU website:
http://www.hertsgolfunion.com/information/news.asp?id=557&y=2010
Take a tour of Verulam golf course on your computer!
With a little assistance from Google (you may need some free software) you can now fly over all 18 holes at Verulam.
Give it a try, it’s excellent fun!
Verulam course flyover is also featured on www.golf-finder.net with information on over 25,500 other courses.
Saturday Morning ‘Roll-Up’
Our ‘Roll-Up and Play’ on Saturday mornings is back in action after the bad weather. The first tee is booked from 8am to 8.30am for members to make up and play as they arrive. In other words, no booked games. This is an important way for members to mix and meet new friends. In particular, new members will find this arrangement beneficial. Importantly, all those turning up are guaranteed a game as the activity is overseen to create 3 or 4 ball groups as appropriate.
(’Roll-Up and Play’ does not apply on Saturdays when there is a Club competition.)
Our next Quiz Night (11/3/10)
The date for our next Quiz Night is Thursday 11th March. Come along for a fun evening to test your brain (not too seriously). A snack meal is included. Add your name(s) to the list in the foyer. You don’t need to have a team as individuals can add their names to the list and we will allocate you to a team.
New Year’s Eve Party pictures
A fine time was had by all at our New Year’s Eve Party. A silver-service meal, dancing, spot prizes and fun party games proved a highly successful formula as these pictures amply demonstrate.
As you will see, a number of Past Captains demonstrated significant skills not related to their golfing prowess!
TATS Christmas Bash
Our TATS (Tuesday And Thursday Swindle) held their annual Christmas bash on Tuesday 15th December. The TATS are, allegedly, Verulam’s largest ‘roll up & make up group’. The ‘formula’ is meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 8am, then draw cards for partners and tee off from 8.30am. All are welcome (as with Verulam’s other Swindles).
Over 50 TATS competed for the Christmas Trophy and the winner by a large margin was Bob Veal with 44 points! Brunch followed the golf with wine very generously supplied by the Captain, Norman Smith (cheers Norm).
Christmas Dinner & Carols Night - pictures
Our Christmas Dinner & Carols Night on Saturday 12th December was, as usual, sold out well in advance. From these pictures of the evening, it’s easy to see why as a fun time was had by all!
Ladies’ Captain’s Drive-In
Mollie Wallis, our new Ladies’ Captain, had her drive in on Wednesday 18th November. On a fairly grey but dry day, Mollie was accompanied by her vice-captain Ann Havard. Other ladies (some dressed as nurses, Mollie’s profession) were on hand to cheer as Mollie put her heart and soul into the drive! An excellent lunch followed and everybody wished Mollie a very enjoyable and successful year.
Captains’ Charity Bunker
The Captain and Lady Captain are joining forces this year to promote their two charities. If you visit their designated bunker, please make a donation of 50p in the box behind the bar. In addition, print your name and date of ‘achievement’ in the adjacent book. At the end of the Captains’ year, all those entered in the book will be included in a prize draw. The most important thing to remember is that this activity is helping both Breast Cancer Research and the Alzheimer’s Society.
