SPR Golf Day, 28 September 2023
Letchworth Golf Club

Thursday 28th saw SPR members gather for the annual golf day at Letchworth GC. Despite a COVID-driven drop outs in the days leading up to the event and a threatened storm the night before, the day was well attended by both seasoned golfers playing the Heritage course, and also those new to the sport and keen to try the game in a safe and fun environment. Despite it remaining overcast, the day remained dry, and was enjoyed by all.

Our newcomers group were run through all of the various areas of the game by teaching professional Matt, working through putting, chipping, and full shots, before heading to the Academy Course for a team scramble competition. Matt was hugely complimentary about the enthusiasm the whole group showed, noting it was a particularly enjoyable group to have worked with for the day. While out on the course, the group also played a nearest the pin competition which was won by Dan Hill, while Matt noted Kate Rosser as the member of this group who had most impressed in terms of development through the day.

Our regular golfers enjoyed the challenges of Letchworth’s Heritage course. On the way around, the nearest the pin competition on the par 3 14th was won by Warren Campbell-Johnson, while Damian Harrington took the longest drive on the 18th with a massive hit of over 300 yards. The four groups played a team competition, with the best two of each group’s scores counting on each hole, and this was won by Paul Stewart, Alistair Walters and Mike Bessell (doubtless aided by the benefit of local knowledge steering the team around the course).

The competition for the coveted SPR Golf Day trophy saw a strong fight for the lesser medals, with Paul Stewart and Oli Geen on 31 points and Damian Harrington on 32 points. However, the honours for the day were taken by Chris Spearing with an excellent 37 points, including being only one over par for the first 9 holes. Congratulations are due for a very solid sporting performance!

Mike Bessell

The SPR would like to thank Mike Bessell, Damian Harrington and Paul Stewart for all their help with this event.