Rather than the perfect Porter it was the grinding, determined ‘never say die’ Porter who prevailed by one shot in the final round of the Yass Earthmovers Yass Club Championship of 2009.
Sam’s three over par 71 on the last day was best of the seeded group and made up his two shot deficit from a potentially fatal third round 75 – and he had the one winning shot to spare.
Jamie Stanford had a longish putt on the last hole to force a play off - if Sammy was to miss his much shorter putt. They both missed and the 2009 Championship went to Sam Porter with his 71-69-75-71 – 286. Jamie recorded 74-71-68-74 – 287 and rising star Ben Burden shared the tournament low round of 68 in his 75-70-68-75 – 288 for third position.
(The Old Course)
Early in this piece we take opportunity to say thank you to all concerned for producing the grand old lady in wonderful condition.
Despite prolonged drought, the ongoing dead tree removal program, shortage of staff, budget deficits and old equipment the course was a credit and was commended by all. Those who contributed are the silent minority but in particular all members pay special tribute to the tireless efforts of Vice President Phillip White for his organisational skills and hands on contribution. The efforts of the volunteer are still the underlying and fundamental foundations of the Australian way – may it always be so.
The weather was about as perfect as could be ordered for an annual championship – even the forecast rain on the final day stayed in the heavens until the final putt dropped in the cup.
I deviated - but now back to the championships!
(Outstanding performers)
There were some absolute standout performers at this year’s championships and in listing them for you I sincerely trust that no one is overlooked.
(Jarrad Porter:) Jarrad started the championships with a handicap of 25 which he reduced to 21 by tournament end. His 88-87-82-87 – 344 gave him an average gross score of 86 and a winning C grade score that is lower than any in my memory.
In winning a bag full of trophies Jarrad recorded an amazing net average of 60.00.
(Matthew Lawrence:) In winning B Grade Matt produced his personal best ever score in the pressure fourth round of the championships. His 74 gross on the final day was preceded by 77 in the third round. He finished with a wonderful B Grade average of 79.75.
(Leon Gold:) Leon’s net 62-63-63 was interrupted by a 70 in the second round.
(Alex Walker:) Alex’s net 66-65-61 was marred by a slip up 74 in the second round.
(Mark Partridge:) Mark’s bid to win the Masters division fell short by only three shots. His net 62-68-68-68 was terrific championship golf.
(Tim Kelly): Tim is in career best form and he went agonisingly close to another Masters victory. A disappointing net 75 on the last day shipwrecked his other rounds of 61-65-67.
(Michael Walker:) recent form leading in to the championships was maintained and Michael waltzed off with the Masters division. His 64-70-63-66 – 263 gave him a winning average of 65.75.
(Tom Mason:) Tom started the championships with an outstanding 77 off the sticks and went on to win the Junior championship with 332 total and averaged 66.5 net.
Congratulations to all the other golfers who played all four rounds and who met or bettered their aims. Commiserations to us others – as always, there’s next time!
(Full championships results)
(The Champion:) Sam Porter 286
(B Champion:) Matthew Lawrence 319
(C Champion:) Jarrad Porter 344
(Junior Champion:) Tom Mason 332
(Masters Champion:) Michael Walker 260 net
(Garland Family Trophy Juniors 72 hole net:) Jarrad Porter 240
(N Brassil Memorial Trophy 72 hole net any grade:) Jarrad Porter 240
(A Grade 72 hole net:) Peter Timmer 263
(B Grade 72 hole net:) Mark Partridge 263
(C Grade 72 hole net:) Mick O’Donnell 277
(Championship Runner Up:) Jamie Stanford 287
(B Runner-Up:) Leon Gold 331
(C Runner-Up:) Nev Matthews 365
(Junior Runner-Up:) Brad Luff 335
(Final Weekend)
(Fifield Cup – 36 holes best any grade net): Matthew Lawrence 121
(A Grade 36 holes net:) Brad Porter 129
(B Grade 36 holes net:) Alex Walker 126
(C Grade 36 holes net:) Jack Wales 129
(Third Round)
(A Grade gross:) Ben Burden 68
(B Grade gross:) Sergio Quadraccia 80
(C Grade gross:) Doug Oldfield 86
(A Grade net:) Peter Hewitt 60
(B Grade net:) Steve Pearce 62
(C Grade net:) Paul Turner 64
(Nearest the Pins): L Gold 8th; M Bell 11th; T Kelly 16th.
(Ball Comp to 65ocb): J Porter, P Hewitt, R Camons, D Ward, M Lawrence, M Marshall, S Pearce, B Burden, L Gold, T Smith, J Stanford, M Walker, B Abbey, G Butcher, M Holt, D Oldfield, B Porter, P Turner, J Wales, M Bell, D Bush, M Carey, G Manson. CCR 65.
(Fourth Round)
(A Grade gross): David Garland 75
(B Grade gross): Brendan Abbey 82
(C Grade gross): Blake Partridge 97
(A Grade net): Graham Fleming 64
(B Grade net): Kim Stephan 66
(C Grade net): Ted Nelson 74
(Nearest the Pins): A Walker 2nd; Matt Broers 8th; David Garland 11th; G Fleming 15th; R Johnson 16th.
(Ball Comp to 66ocb): M Lawrence, A Walker, B Luff, L Gold, B Partridge, P Timmer, R Neilson, N Matthews, G Fleming, M O’Donnell, J Aravanis, B Porter, J Wales, K Stephan, R Johnson, M Townsend, M Walker. CCR 65.
* A huge thank you to the team from Yass Earthmovers for sponsor hosting the 2009 Yass Golf Club Championships.
(Mid-week golf)
Roger Neilson came before the stewards after his enormous 26pts to win from a rapidly recovering Doug Oldfield 23pts.
Ball Comp to 19ocb: R Neilson, D Oldfield, P Anderson, I Lumsden, S Morgan, L Cox, W Whyte, L Cox, W Whyte, I Bluett, J Wales, G Howlett, J Ryan, B Greig, J Patrick.
(Business House Golf)
One hundred and ten players turned out over last Thursday and Friday for the first big week of Business House and contested A, B and C grades. $35 vouchers to each winner.
A Grade: Rod Bullman 30.5
B Grade: Jarrad Porter 27.5
C Grade: Bruce Rhodes 29
Nearest the pins: Sam Porter 8th and Mark Curtis 16th.
Ball Comp to 32.5 ocb: P Vandenbulk, B Luff, R Corcoran, R Darmody, P Turner, A M Bruce, W Whyte, D Naughton, I McLean, D Pate, P Beaton, S Bullman, S Sheedy, K Mann, L Evans, G Howlett, M Arnold, G O’Brien, S Porter, M Lawrence, Matt Townsend, Mic Carey, M Bray, R Perceval.
(Dad’s Army)
Kevin Mann returned from his overseas posting and strolled in with 18pts – his sea legs not a worry. The worry came from Lindsey Evans who bettered him by 2pts to take the major prize. Others to pick up a ball were Ken Burden, Graham Howlett and the heavily burdened Wilbur Whyte.
(Coming events)
Saturday October 31: 4BBB Stableford
Sunday November 1: Individual Stableford
Melbourne Cup Tuesday: Pro Comp
Saturday November 7: Bob Rogers Guzzlers Mug.
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