“I have been going and hosting the Country weeks for over 20 years and this is the best I have ever been a part of. The smoothness of the competition administration and results, the dinner – the best I have seen by a long long way… and doubt it will ever be topped” – Golf Australia representative.
Captain’s Report – 75th Womens Country Week – Bronze Shield
Sandy Creek Golf Club was chosen to host the 75thSouth Australia Women’s Country Week “Bronze Shield”, this even ran from Monday to Thursday this week. (22-25thof July 2019)
Day 1
A Welcoming dinner where players could familiarise themselves with the club and their competitors. Cocktail food and nice wine was a bonus. Thank you to the Gawler South Bakery for their delicious creations.
Day 2
The beginning of stroke play for the “Bronze Shield” and “Veterans” events. The day turned into a brutal day with extreme winds battering the contestants 98km/h gusts and 65km/h constant. The Ladies accepted the challenge and battled through very bravely. Everyone finished and no disqualifications. An event of 11 Metro and 11 Country competed out best Nett Aggregate to which the Country won by 1 shot.
Day 3
The 2ndand final day of the Bronze Shield and the Ladies were confronted with dense fog for the early starters. Some better scores however the best was unable to break the 100 for their gross score. That night the clubs was host to “Z” Wines and Vintage Chef Catering for a 4 course meal. It was declared “the best that has even happened and will never be breaten” by many of the metropolitan and country field. Congratulations to Louise Polito, whom was a winner in the Veterans category, Both Nett and Gross. Bearta Pye for being gthe best Sandy Creek Player with a 4thplace for the 36 hole event.
Day 4
Was a foursomes competition but the dinner was the main focus. Praise by all made the sun shine brighter for the people who put in the many hourse of effort to make it possible. Bearta Pye and Kym Knight were winners in this event. After a light lunch, the event was closed by representatives from SCGC, District association and Golf Australia.
The event turned out to be a wonderful success. This success only came about by an almighty effort of the Members of the Club, ladies and men, whom volunteered their time and laboured tirelessly through all the days and events. The Board and members thank you all for this amazing effort. A special thanks to Danny and Brayden for having the course in a very playable condition.
I personally, would like to mention and thank all that helped in this event: Kaye and Trevor Korber, Kath and Jack Barr, Louise and Rocco Polito, Tom and Marion Bow, Helen Kelly, Ian Pye, Terry Carter, Les and Dick Milner, Ian Monro, Sandy Francas, Julie and Dave Witherington, Bearta Pye, Helen Schultz from GA, Gail Sweet and Grant Kelly. Without your efforts this event was not possible. A special thanks to Kaye, Kath and Helen for the many weeks of lead up to the event as well as Brayden for bringing the team all together to achieve an event that is seen on the national level. Also to staff Natasha, Jordan, Danny and Tahlia for your work in service to us all.
It was pleasing to see the Members and Staff, unite and promote the Club in such a favourable and a way that has already witnessed written praise back to the club by players and industry.
Thank you to Z Wines, Vintage Chef, Brayden Golf and Gawler South Bakery for their support in this event.
Adam Kopania
Club Captain
Ladies Interum Report
Dear Brayden, Committee and Members,
I personally thank committee members who supported our ladies event. To the male members Ian Monro, Rocco Polito, Terry Carter, Dick Milner and Tom Bow for raking the bunkers and spotting.
Two special mentions. To Trevor Korber and Jack Barr ( Kaye and my husbands ) who have had to put up with two driven women over the past few months to bring this event to the success it has been.
A great big thank you to Danny Buss who has worked tirelessly over the past few months and presented our course beautifully for this event. Also to you Brayden for your help both on the course and in the pro shop.
Thank you to Natasha, Tahlia and Jordan for their effort behind the bar.
I would say without a doubt that this was the most successful Country Weeks that I have attended and this was the view of many of the girls. I would add the most successful event held at our club.
As you mentioned Brayden “you witnessed true club spirit at SCGC “
Let us carry on this Club Spirit and continue with the positivity.
Kath Barr – Country Week Committee Member
Please visit our facebook page for pictures from the event.
