I spoke too soon, the temperatures have certainly dropped now, whilst over in sunny Dubai this weekend, nine months on from his first victory of the 2015 season, Rory McIlroy wrapped up another success which means that he retains his Race to Dubai title.
It's good news for golf that one of its biggest stars looks to be getting back to his superior best - that putt on the 17th was pretty special, I managed to catch the end of the golf and as I watched some of the action unfold, I was jealous of the glorious sunshine they were basking in, but did get out to play, just with a few more layers on than they had in Dubai!
This glorious picture was taken by our deputy course manager, Leigh very early this Sunday morning, can you guess where on the course he is?
Black Friday Sale
This Friday 27th and Saturday 28th we will be holding a 'Black Friday' Sale which is great if you are looking for a Christmas present bargain!
Here are just a few of our offers:
- 10% OFF Hardware
- 25% OFF Clothing and Shoes
- 30% OFF Nike clothing
- 10% OFF Logo clothing
- 10% OFF Range Finders
Ex-demo sale, pick up a bargain
- TaylorMade RSi Irons 5-Pw - £299
- TaylorMade R15 driver - £150
- Nike Vapor driver from £199
- Selected Odyssey Putters down to £69 - save £40
- adidas adiboost shoes down to £89.99 - save £40
- £20 OFF any Golf Bag
There will be many more offers across the shop, so hurry while stocks last and remember this is only a 2 DAY SALE.
*The offer excludes any previously reduced item, the Titleist ball promotion, Motocaddy trollies and is only applicable to stocked lines and not special orders.
Chris to the rescue! 
I am hoping it will never be required, but Jack, Chris, the admin staff, bar staff and greenkeepers were all given CPR and defibrillator training last week.
The picture shows Chris practising on 'resusci-annie' to the tune of 'Nelly the Elephant' which is the rate at which you do the chest compressions.
Golf Insurance
Just a reminder for all you golfers needing golf insurance. With our special 30% discount starting at only £22.99 a year, and on top of that you also get 3 FREE Srixon AD333 balls which I will supply if you print off the voucher and bring it in to the shop.
It has been highly recommended to me so take a look and see what you think please click here to do so.
We are supporting Derek Noyce's son Ryan, manager of the Natwest bank in Romsey who has started a Christmas present appeal in aid of Romsey Youth Carers and is asking for any donations of Christmas presents that can be donated to the charity to give back to the children that the charity supports.
'Romsey Young Carers tries to give young carers some of the childhood fun they may be missing out on. With clubs and outings Romsey Young Carers can provide a place where all the children and young people understand what it means to cope with disability and illness. The charity's work also has a practical side and aims to give young carers the skills to cope with their family situations and with life in general, such as budgeting skills for food shopping, interacting with other young people, first aid, sporting skills and other activities and opportunities that the young carers identify. The overall aim is to help young carers to develop and achieve their full potential for their future'.
They would be grateful for any presents that can be donated for ages 5-18 and ask that all donations are not wrapped as they will have to be checked before they are distributed. Any donations will be greatly received to the Pro shop before the 16th December please.
Thank you.
Adrian and I continued our winning streak this weekend in the Capt/Pro match against regular supporters of the event Mark Denton and Dave Gregory along with Mike Gandy and Roy Andrews.
We managed to beat Mike and Roy on the 14th, and on the 16th Adie holed a '95 footer' to help us go 2 up against Mark and Dave, we closed the match out on 17.
Another great afternoon in very difficult conditions.
As we are well into the winter season, make sure you stay on top of your golf with our fantastic winter coaching packages...
Offer 1
2 x 40 minute lessons
Includes:
- Assessment lesson - Equipment check - Short & long game lesson
Cost - £50
Offer 2
3 x 40 minute lessons and a playing lesson
Includes: - Assessment lesson - Equipment check - Short & long game lesson - Playing lesson with video and lesson notes
Cost - £100
All packages must be booked by 31st December, and lessons to be completed by March 31st 2016.
Click here to get in touch if you are interested in booking one of these packages for yourself, or for the golfers in your life.
More Ladies are required to play in the Turkey Trot on December13th. Only 1 has entered to date, come on Ladies, there is a separate ladies prize.
Thank you
WSWL: Home and Away
Following a home win in the first of the Wessex Senior Winter League matches against South Winchester, Team Hockley added further success away to Alresford last Thursday. The persistent light rain failed to dampen spirits with a 3-1 result and 4 points.
This Thursday, 29 November, RWGC visit us at home; so fingers crossed for another 3 points!
Seniors Christmas Lunch
This will be held on the 15th December in the Clubhouse, £13.50 for a 2 course festive lunch and coffee - grrrreat value!
Come and join us with your wife/partner if you wish.
The Menu is situated on the Seniors' Notice Board. Bookings taken at the bar.
In very chilly and windy conditions, the winner of the Short Course stableford on Saturday was:
Division One: Martin Gill with 33 points winning on a countback from Nick Bell
Division Two: Stephen Gedge with 31 points winning on a countback from Steve Hill-Cousins
On a slightly less breezy day the results of Sunday's short course stableford were:
Winner - Greig Lorimer with 39 points
Runner Up - Lee Griffiths with 37 points, beating Harry Weston on a countback.
This competition was processed as one division due to the low entry of players.
A number of matches have already been played, but if you are struggling to play all of your opponents why not consider what 4 players in Team B did this weekend.
They played as a fourball, but against each other, one of the players Danny Francis commented that it was difficult scoring to start with and easier if you use a scorecard, but a quicker way of completing the games.
I am sure Danny will talk you through the process.
Please remember to record your results on the slip next to the draw and hand into the pro team.
Saturday, 28 November - a Men's Short course stableford played from the yellow tees and enter on the day in the pro shop.
Sunday, 29 November - Capt/Pro tee reserved from 11.55am - 12.05pm
Monday, 30 November - St Andrew's day Stableford open to both Men and Ladies, Men play from the yellow tees. Enter on the day in the Pro shop.
Sunday Roast 6th December - please book at the bar.
Sunday, 13 December - Turkey Trot
Please enter through the PSI in either locker room
Entry fee of £11.00 for Adults, Juniors FREE
Includes: 
Hearty soup with selection of bread rolls, coffee and tea with festive mince pies and prizes.
A 9am Shotgun start of Singles
Stableford full handicap allowance
NON QUALIFIER,
Allowance for Men/Juniors and Ladies 24,
Men off yellow, Ladies off red tees.
MEN'S & LADIES PRIZES, in fact...prizes galore!!!
In the event of the competition being cancelled all prizes will go into the draw to take place at 1pm. All winners MUST be present to collect prizes. Draw for partners & starting place will be posted on the notice board & website.
Note: When entering future competitions can you PLEASE ensure you complete all stages on the psi, you have NOT entered the competition if you leave after 'funds' have been deducted, your final screen will show your name and 'Thank you for entering' the competition.
