Monthly Medal Results

Div 1 Monthly Medal – Pam Middlebrook 72 nett

Gross Winner – Pam Middlebrook 96 scr.

Putting Winner – Lidia Waine 25 putts

Div 2 Monthly Medal – Sylvia Karschies 74 nett

Gross Winner – Tracey Watson 106 scr.

Putting Winner – Annette Robinson 28 putts

Div 3 Monthly Medal – Ticha Maichongwong 62 nett

Gross Winner – Ticha Maichongwong 111 scr.

Putting – Neen Coffee 29 putts

Vouchers

Div 1 (0 – 31)

Winner – Pam Middlebrook 72 nett ($30)

R/Up – Judi O’Brien 76 nett c/b ($20)

3^rd Place – Linda Kirwan 76 nett ($10)

Div 2 (32 – 54)

Winner – Ticha Maichongwong 62 nett ($30)

R/Up – Sylvia Karschies 74 nett ($20)

3^rd Place – Cheryl Smee 75 nett c/b ($10)

Stableford – Winner Annette Young 27 pts c/b ($15)

Ball – Diane Whiting 27 pts

Super Shot – Sylvia Karschies 0 cm

Dena Kyle Trophy – Ticha Maichongwong with 45 points.

Good golfin’

Judi

Jamberoo Takes on a Strong Kiama Side.

by Larry Kent

The Super Senior Pennant is a pennant contested by players 65 years and older. This is the first year Jamberoo has entered a team.

The Jamberoo SSP team faced a formidable challenge today against a well-drilled Kiama side boasting five players off single-figure handicaps, with the remaining team members all solid competitors. From the outset, we knew we were in for a tough match.

Despite the difficulty of the task, our team competed with determination and spirit—particularly impressive given that half of our players were experiencing scratch match play for the first time.

Gary and John battled valiantly but went down 8/5 and 8/6 respectively. David couldn’t quite find his rhythm on the greens and eventually lost 6/5. Tim and Peter Willis both fought hard in their matches, each going down 4/3 in contests that were tighter than the scores suggest.

Peter Francis took his match all the way to the 18th in a tremendous display. All square after 17, his opponent played a superb chip to within 30 cm, and Peter’s putt narrowly missed, resulting in a narrow 1 down loss.

Our top two players, Chris and Les, both delivered excellent performances. Their matches swung back and forth throughout. Chris earned a well-deserved square result after 18 holes, while Les, who was 3 up at the turn, maintained his lead to finish with a 2/1 victory.

While the overall result didn’t fall our way, every player represented Jamberoo Golf Club with pride. The mix of experience and first-timers handled the pressure of this format with great resilience. A commendable effort from the entire team.

Perfect winter weather greeted the 54 players who took part in this year’s Jamberoo Mixed Open, played in the always-enjoyable Canadian Foursomes format.

We were delighted to welcome back our defending champions, Elise and Ben Howchin from The Grange Golf Club, and they certainly didn’t disappoint. After trailing by two shots at the halfway mark, the Howchins produced a brilliant closing stretch, storming home over the final six holes to post a 76 off the stick—securing back-to-back titles and a one-shot victory.

Local Jamberoo duo Lidia Waine and Joe Neilson pushed them all the way to finish runners-up, while Steve and Ann Ridley from Wollongong set the early pace with a fast start to lead at the turn. However, their momentum faded on the back nine and they eventually claimed third place.

🏆 Nett Results

The nett competition was just as exciting, with the new pairing of Julianne Lawton and Dane Edwards taking top honours with a superb nett score of 66.5.

A tie for second place followed closely behind, with both Merrin & Bernard Callaghan and Ticha Maichongwong & Ryan Medland carding excellent rounds of 67.125.

Annette Robinson and John Anthony also put in a strong performance with 67.5, but unfortunately their hopes were dashed by a pair of 7s over the closing holes. A spectacular downhill and cross-slope putt on the 18th wasn’t quite enough to lift them onto the podium.

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🙌 Thank You!

Congratulations to all of today’s winners, and a heartfelt thank you to every player who took part. Events like the Jamberoo Mixed Open are what make our club special—great competition, great company, and a wonderful day on the course.

We look forward to seeing you all again next year!

story by Dave Ransom

Course Update

The club has weathered yesterday’s extreme winds, which brought down two trees and scattered debris across the course. Our course staff are working hard today to clean up the damage, and we are pleased to confirm that the course will be open for play this weekend, with golf carts available.

Please note that preferred lies will now be restricted to fairways only, effective immediately.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

Visitors enjoying Jamberoo Golf Club facilities.

A large welcome was given to the Makers Consulting Group who celebrated an end of financial year day at the club last Tuesday. Much fun a was had by all.

Thanks to Sue, Les and Sylvia for their support of the club acting as hosts and bar keeps.

by Dave Ransom

The 2025 Mens Individual Matchplay Championship has commenced with 1st round matches underway. The final date for completion of round 1 matches has been moved back to July 21 due to the course closure last week.

Individual Matchplay Championship Overview

• Event Type: Handicap Matchplay
• Entry Fee: $16 (payable before your first match to the starter)
• Tees: Blue tees/markers
• Handicap: Full handicap difference applied, using the balanced handicap distribution method
  • Handicaps are calculated from your daily handicap on the blue course.

Prizes

• Winner: $80 credit, name engraved on the club permanent trophy, and presented with a trophy at the annual presentation day
• Runner-up: $50 credit
• Beaten Semi-finalists: $20 credit each
• Both winner and runner-up will be listed on the club Honour Board

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Competition Play Conditions

• Match Arrangements:
  • Matches must be arranged at a mutually convenient time.
  • Contact the starter to get your opponent’s contact details.
  • Be mindful of existing competitions when booking your match.
• Results:
  • Notify the starter of your match result immediately after playing.
  • Also email your result to Dave Ransom at [davidransom@optusnet.com.au] for reporting in the Daily Cow and the Kiama local newspaper.
• Cut-off Dates:
  • Please complete each round as near as possible to the advised cut-off dates.
  • Some players may have a bye in round 1.

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Resources

• Draw: The full 2025 draw is available online. [Click here] to view.
• Handicap Distribution Info: [Click here] for the balanced handicap distribution method.

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Final Note

Good luck to all entrants. Play well and enjoy the competition!

🏌️‍♂️ Matchplay Championship – Round 1 Results

✅ John Anthony edged out Jack Leroy in a thrilling battle, sealing the win with a clutch 2-metre downhill putt on the 18th. Both players were in top form, but John held his nerve when it mattered most.

✅ Craig Foster showed his class, powering to a 5&4 win over Greg Clark. Craig’s experience and brilliant long irons proved the difference, finishing the match on the 14th.

Plenty more great golf to come as the tournament heats up! 🔥⛳