We are looking for a few more players for OWGS v Huntercombe on 12th May. 18 holes foursomes in the morning. Afternoon tends to be reduced numbers depending on how keen everyone is. Please contact colin@scottmalden.plus.com
All, Due to an unfortunate last minute drop-out, we are one player short for the match v Rye this Saturday – 11th May. 36 holes and a fine lunch… mixed with some excellent company. If you can make it please contact David Hough . houghie1@live.co.uk
Overall Match Result OWGS 3 – Huntercombe 5 A very pleasant day with Huntercombe in superb condition the day after their scratch Gold Medal, and fine weather to boot. The match was evenly poised after the morning rounds, with both Scott-Maldens managing a point. Teams were slightly reduced for the afternoon rounds, and Giles Payne (Old Furleyite) changed sides to…
All, A gentle reminder about the Summer meeting which is now less than two months away. This is a very enjoyable (depending on the quality of your golf!) day out for all members of the Society. You can choose to play 18 or 36 holes and there is lunch available for those that can make it. As with last year,…
Both teams assembled for the beginning of play at 9am. Fresh and bright in the morning and some unpleasant squally showers in the afternoon. At least this was the right way around as somehow a little rain after lunch seems much less of an inconvenience. OWGS had many regulars in the team but it also included two debutants, Chris Andrew…
The last time that Winchester qualified for the Grafton Morrish was 2013; yesterday that wrong was put right. For those interested (and bad luck to those who are not), the Morrish requires teams to progress through a process of regional qualifiers. 100 attempt to get into the 48 team finals in October. Winchester WERE perennial finalists – and even lost…
Players are required for the match v Old Blundellians Thursday 18th July at Bristol and Clifton Golf Club. It is a 9.30am start followed by lunch. Dayrell McArthur ( dayrell.mcarthur@outlook.com ) is Captain of Bristol & Clifton this year and would appreciate a strong turnout from those that are able. This is a friendly contest where enjoyment for all is the…
The OWGS team of Tom Hawkings and Nick Holt were victorious at the Alba Trophy on Saturday 8th June. This is the first time that the OWGS had won the trophy – note not the first OWs as Paddy Buckley has won the event several times playing for Woking. In blustery conditions on a tough course setup, we put together…
On Friday 5th July, 40 Old Wykehamist golfers gathered at The Berkshire to enjoy a sunny day out of the office. There were 36 who took part in the morning fourball stableford with the following able to enjoy lunch that little bit more: ¤ Matt Chaldicott won the individual (full handicap) stableford with 39 points. Charlie Hewetson and Alex Portz tied…
The annual match between OWGS and Old Blundellians was held in pleasant conditions at Bristol and Clifton Golf Club on Thursday 18th July. Despite the concerns of the match manager,a team of 9 Old Wykehamists and one father of an Old Wykehamist presented themselves by-and-large on time against a team of 9 Old Blundellians and one member of Bristol and Clifton…