Sunraysia golf wrap-up

COOMEALLA

THE final rounds of the Coomealla Golf Club Championships have been postponed due to COVID restrictions, with new dates to be confirmed.

Last Wednesday was men’s monthly mug Stableford was won in A Grade by Ed Parker on 40 points on countback from Stan Prymke and Ryan Samaras (36).

B Grade was won by Tim Vandenberg (38) from Dale Stafford (37) and Col Pulham (36) while Dylan Bottams (41) took out C Grade from Greg Murphy (38) and Pat Murphy (37).

NTPs were: Greg Murphy (third, 175), Graeme Burrows (seventh, 300), Alan Scorer (11th, 170) and Aaron Blake (18th, 220). Justin McPhee shot an eagles on the 12th.

Wednesday was also the second round of the women’s Club Championships and won by Robyn Hand (72) on countback from Adel Dal’Corobbo.

NTPs were: Nia Whittle (third, 43), Madeline Jukes (seventh, 38, and 11th, 111) and Kaylene Geddes (18th, 65).

Friday’s medley nine-hole Stableford was won by Sonya Golitschenko from Ashley Garlett, both on 21 points.

NTPs were: Greg Rhodes (11th, 680) and Ross Robertson (18th, 1028).

Justin Clay won Saturday’s men’s A Grade Stableford with 39 points, ahead of Benjamin Pitt and Carmelo Lando on 35.

Ashley Garlett (41) took out B Grade ahead of John Horkings (37) and Terry Albion (36).

NTPs were: Thorell Lees (third, 660), Albion (seventh, 198), David Martin (11th, 495) and Ilker Deli (18th, 550).

Jackie Horkings (37) took out the ladies’ Stableford from Sally McOrist (34).

NTPs were: Kylie Walters (third, 118, and 11th, 113), Sharon Morrell (seventh, 115) and Robyn Hand (18th, 155).

Sunday’s medley Stableford was won by Allison Thompson (43) from Jayden Brooks (36).

NTPs were: Nicholas Cottrell (seventh, 450) and David Martin (18th, 14).

Coming events: Today: Stableford: Friday: Medley nine-hole Stableford. Saturday (competition subject to change due to COVID): American Foursomes Championships. Sunday: Medley Stableford.

WENTWORTH

THURSDAY’S Stableford saw ‘The Phantom’ Walker (Glen) return to the winner’s list with a well compiled 36. Runner-up yet again was the wily Bill Murray (35).

NTP was: Murray (17th, 390). Mr Risky went to Howard Hankinson (28).

Sunday’s stroke round went Col Stewart (75), closely followed by Ged Chapman (77).

NTP was: Chapman (12th, 730). Mr Risky went to the Phantom (84).

Coming event: The Club Championship will be played across November 7 and 14.

Digital Editions


  • World champs in his sights

    World champs in his sights

    LOCAL trap shooter Craig Scheele has qualified for Australia’s FITASC World Championships team after placing third in a recent top-level competition. The Australian Grand Prix…

More News

  • Supply shortage underpins shaky growth

    Supply shortage underpins shaky growth

    GROWTH in Australian home values re-accelerated in January, defying predictions 2026 would be a softer year for the property market and fears of an imminent Reserve Bank rate rise. The…

  • Outdoor pool remains shut

    Outdoor pool remains shut

    THE Mildura Waves’ 50-metre outdoor pool has remained closed to the public indefinitely, despite claims it would reopen on Saturday. The outdoor pool was closed in the lead-up to the…

  • Wanted man known to visit Mildura

    Wanted man known to visit Mildura

    POLICE are appealing for public help in locating a man facing serious criminal charges known to frequent the Mildura area. Thirty-nine-year-old Mark Cornwell is wanted on warrant on charges including…

  • Petition pushes for speed limit change

    Petition pushes for speed limit change

    RESIDENTS along a Mildura riverside road are pausing for a speed limit cut via a petition to the local council. The document, with 15 signatories, was presented to Mildura Rural…

  • Final day of fun in the hot sun

    Final day of fun in the hot sun

    The region’s lengthy heatwave finally broke in the early hours of Sunday morning, but not before another day of mid-40 temperatures forced everyone to find ways of keeping cool on…

  • Bromham are all about the music

    Bromham are all about the music

    MEMBERS of popular Adelaide indie music band Bromham have said they are looking forward to performing at the Cullulleraine Music Festival from Friday 20 March to Sunday 22 March. Lead…

  • Manangatang doyen crowned

    Manangatang doyen crowned

    AFTER being a pillar of her community for decades, esteemed nonagenarian Eva Cullen has been recognised as Citizen of the Year by the Manangatang Improvement Group. The 99-year-old, set to…

  • Parkinson’s survey seeks input

    Parkinson’s survey seeks input

    PARKINSONS Australia is encouraging people to participate in a nationwide survey aimed at supporting the education of health professionals. The confidential survey is conducted in partnership with Australian General Practice…

  • Hip hop artists to hit Mildura

    Hip hop artists to hit Mildura

    IT seems award-winning musicians can’t ignore the lure of Sunraysia at the moment. Firstly, we had Lenny Kravitz perform at the sporting precinct in November, and now Australian hip-hop artist…

  • Folk project joins local festival

    Folk project joins local festival

    THIS year’s Cullulleraine Music Festival will include performances from one of Adelaide’s premier music collectives to spotlight the artistry that comes from music in community. Bromham is a music collective…