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| Eilidh Briggs - County Champion and RLCGA Honorary Member |
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| Jennifer Mack - RLCGA Honorary President and Past Honorary President Eileen Gibb |
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| Some Main Prizewinners -- L to R Denise Cowan, Brenda Conway, Fiona Armour, Eilidh Briggs, Janette McCartney and Jennifer Rankine |
Captain Gillian McGinlay welcomed Honorary President Eileen and all the committee and members to the AGM. ----
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WELCOME:
Honorary members, Past Captains to our one hundred and fifth annual general meeting and thanked Haggs Castle Golf Club for once again allowing us to host our AGM in their clubhouse.
Secretary Jean Irvine read out over 40 apologies
The minutes of the meeting held on November, 2013, had already been distributed and also on the website were taken as read.
Matters Arising: None
TREASURERS REPORT BY - TRACY MATHERTON (READ BY GILLIAN KYLE) - FULL REPORT WILL BE IN THE MINUTES
First of all I would like to apologise for not
being at the AGM tonight – I would much rather be here rather than in Lincoln
at an Accountants Conference! I would also like to thank Gillian for
volunteering to read my report in my absence.
Overall we made a surplus of £948, this is a slight
increase on the prior year surplus of £433.
Although our income has remained broadly similar to
2013 there are a number of significant differences. As you will remember last year we increased
our subscription to £35 and whilst this has increased our subscription income
by £445 there were a number of resignations which meant the increase was not as
much as we had hoped.
In 2013 we benefited from two one off payments from
the SLGA which totalled £2,522. Knowing that similar amounts would not be received
in 2014 it was key that we took other steps to maintain our income at 2013
levels. The beetle drive, the triathlon
and the various raffles that took place over the course of the year raised a
fantastic total of £2,649. I would like
to take this opportunity to thank everyone who participated and donated.
As I mentioned previously the surplus has arisen
due to the fact we have managed to reduce some of our costs. Our competition
expenses and team costs (i.e. the jamboree and the intercounty finals) are
fixed with very little room for savings.
As long as our team continue to qualify for the intercounty finals there
will be very little change in these costs.
We have however made other savings for example using e-mail to save
money on postage and printing, our new competition software which has saved the
annual subscription cost and our auditor has kindly waived his fee. Going forward will continue to look at ways
of being more efficient.
As a committee we do appreciate the contribution of
all of the members who have helped raise funds this year but we do realise that
it is not something that we can ask people to do every year. However I would like to make it clear that
without any additional fundraising we will make a deficit next year as our base
level of income (i.e. the subscriptions and donations) will not cover all of our
costs. Although we have enough money in
the bank to allow us to this next year it is obviously not a position which
would be sustainable going forward. In
the longer term we will need to give some serious thought as to how we increase
our income to allow us to continue to operate as we do now.
SECRETARY'S REPORT AGM 2014
Another successful year for the county, the weather on the whole has been wonderful, however as usual we had a problem in April getting the medal played. We have made some changes for next year, Gillian will explain them later. The courses as you will see from the list are all confirmed and I think we have a very good programme for you next year.
The Jamboree was held here at Haggs in June, with another fine win for Renfrewshire. The intercounty finals were held at Hilton Park, I had the pleasure of caddying there and we were just a wee bit unlucky to come 2nd, however a very enjoyable weekend.
Our membership numbers are slightly down at 214, with 176 playing members so if you know of anyone interested, print them off a form and encourage them to join.
Thanks as usual to Captain Gill, vice captain Gillian, and everyone on the committee for their help over the year. I had hoped this was my last secretarys report, but so far no takers, it really isn't too honerous a task being secretary, so if you would like to take over, see me later!!
JUNIOR CONVENOR REPORT - BY JANETTE MCCARTNEY
RLCGA Coaching
With most of the girls at Development Centre's this year there was not much time for any Renfrewshire coaching however we did have a pizza night with the seniors which was great fun, short and long game sessions and food, great combination with Karyn Burns at the Glasgow Golf Centre.
There was also some team bonding that the girls from MCGA all enjoyed as they helped hand out the many prizes at the Beetle Drive in February and on June 1st Seniors & Juniors played at Cochrane Castle in warm up matches for the season ahead.
County Triathlon
In March this year 4 of the junior girls, Lauren, Jan, Laura & Niamh helped to raise money for the County at the Lagoon Centre. They cycled, ran, walked and cross trained for the morning in a great team building event.
Development Centre’s
This year there were 17 girls at 3 Development Centre’s, MCGA, Playsport and World of Golf so it was very difficult to keep track of what everyone was up to as the training sessions are all different times, midweek and weekends throughout the winter starting in October. It seems that DC’s are here to stay but it remains to be seen as to whether or not they are good for girls golf at county level.
Kennedy Salver Hamilton Golf Club
After 3 late call offs it was a real struggle to field a team of 7 girls for this annual west inter county event. Unfortunately we came 4th out of the 4 teams with only 1 point gained in the singles. There were a lot of very close games and many went all the way to 18 but I think the mixture of having to play girls who had never even met each other in the foursomes before and the lack of match play experience for the girls was too much on the day. Renfrewshire are hosts next year at Elderslie so we can come back as D & A did from last place in 2013 to winning in 2014 so good luck to the girls for
next year.
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| Alison Macnab - Campbell Clock Winner |
Campbell Clock Whitecraigs
After a very poor entry we ended up with the biggest field of 15 girls for the 18 hole competition. The par 3 was won by Beth Rogan from Paisley, The 8 hole Stableford winner was Kirsty Macdonald from Whitecraigs.
The Campbell Clock Winner was Alison Macnab from Kilmacolm with 39 points and a better inward half from Charlotte McCluskey Whitecraigs
Junior Girls Championship
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| Jennifer Rankine - 2014 RLCGA Junior Champion |
The finalist this year were Jennifer Rankine and Niamh Kinney and the final was played over Cochrane Castle on Monday 29th September, just after the very inspiring Ryder Cup.
The girls were very closely matched until Jennifer hit a winning streak, stopped only by a very impressive birdie from Niamh at the 14th to continue the game. --
Well done to both girls.
Scottish Golf Academy News
The Scottish Golf Academy is the national development programme for Scotland’s talented young golfers run by the SLGA & SGU. This Winter we have 3 girls attending the SGA, Jennifer Rankine from Haggs Castle who started the season at 12 and is now down to 6, Jennifer is in 2nd year and will be off to Spain for Winter training in February. Niamh Kinney from Erskine and Ellie Wilkie from Greenock who are both in first year. Niamh started the year at 14 and is down to 13 and Ellie at 34 and is now 19. We wish them all every success for a great future in golf.
Worth a Mention
Some special achievements I would like to mention are Heather Mushet from Elderslie who has got her handicap down to 13 from 18 at the beginning of the season.
Charlotte McCluskey from Whitecraigs won the Glasgow Schools Tournament at Milngavie this year. Niamh Kinney won her way through to the ladies championship final at Erskine only to be beaten at the 19th on one of the worst days of the year. Jan Adams from Whinhill was runner up in the WSGGA Bronze Championship at Troon Portland.
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| Audrey Mackenzie |
This was my last year as Junior Secretary for the County and it has been very interesting and rewarding watching the girls grow and develop in the golfing world over the last 3 years.
I wish every success to Audrey Mackenzie who is taking over and good luck to all the girls for the future and I will continue to watch your progress.
Many thanks for all for support given over the last 3 years and in particular to Jinty Rodgers, Sandra Littlejohn, Maureen Woodhead, Gillian McGinlay & Gillian Kyle.
2014 CAPTAINS REPORT - BY GILLIAN MCGINLAY
Good Evening, -- Honourary Life President, President, Ladies,
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Annual General Meeting of R.L.C.G.A. 2014.
I cannot believe it`s been a year since I last stood here. It`s flown in.
I hope you had a most successful golfing season and handicaps were cut.
I will just recite a brief account of the golfing year.
February
The Beetle Drive was a huge success raising over £800.
Thanks to Gillian for the organisation, the juniors for assisting with the raffle and to Val Lawrence, Carol McNally and Dorren Mainds for selling their goods.
I am sure you will all agree it was a roaring success.
The Portuguese Amateur Open was played and Eilidh finished joint 7th on 292. Alyson finished joint 11th on 293.
Spanish Amateur at El Salel G.C. ---- Alyson qualified 21st with rounds of 78 & 77 but lost in the 1st round knock-out 3 & 2. Eilidh qualified 26th with rounds of 77 & 79 and lost 1st round knock- out 5 & 4
March
The Commonwealth Team Triathlon raised over £1400. Juniors and Seniors in teams of 3 running, rowing and cycling. It was a great day and we all had good fun.
Thanks to Carol Whyte for the use of Lagoon.
County Forum was held in Perth.
April
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| County Champion Eilidh and Runner Up Iona |
Eilidh had rounds of 72, 68, 75 --- lost at 2nd extra hole to Irish amateur champion Paula Grant
Paisley medal had to be rescheduled due to in climate weather.
Winter foursomes final was played over Erskine G.C. between Carol Smith and Jennifer Graham v Brenda Conway and Fiona Armour who won 6&5
County Championship was played over Cochrane Castle with a fabulous standard of golf on show.
Sandra Littlejohn and Gillian Kyle holes in one.
Helen Holm over Troon. -- Eilidh Briggs 75,78,76 -229, Alyson McKechin 72,77,83 -232,
Iona Stephen 80,73, 83-236 and Megan Briggs 78, 82 -160
Welsh Amateur championship -- Eilidh 74,68 ,74 -216 (winner), Alyson 74,75, 76 -225
May
West of Scotland at Windyhill was cancelled due to fog. It was rearranged for September 14th but cancelled due to shortage of numbers.
Inter county 4s. was played at East Renfrewshire.
Those fortunate enough to win or be placed qualified for the Inter county finals Prestwick St Nicholas.
We also learned in May that Eilidh is selected for Curtis Cup. What a fantastic achievement. Renfrewshire is very proud of you.
Spring meeting was held at at Williamwood.
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| Eilidh and Megan - Main prizewinners at Old Prestwick |
Megan 79 75, Eilidh 77 77, Alyson 77 77, Iona 165 = 82 83
Carol Whyte 86 84 to qualify for the Clark Rosebowl after playoff
Eglinton Quaich (Lowest gross team score) - Megan and Eilidh Kilmalcolm 157
Grainger Cup (Lowest net team aggregate) Megan and Eilidh Kilmalcolm 161
Glover 21st Anniversary Trophy (Lowest gross round 2) Runner -up Megan 75
Dunlop Hill ( Past champions gross round 2) Megan 75
McNeil Trophy Lowest gross team round 1 Renfrewshire Megan Eilidh Iona
Semi - Final
Eilidh Briggs v Connie Jaffrey -- Connie won 2 & 1
Megan v Gabrielle beat 3 7 2
Clark Rosebowl -- Carol Whyte v Emma Hale -- Emma won 2 & 1
Munross Trophy Iona Stephen -- 72 76 =148 -- 3rd.
West Vets at Renfrew
Championship :- Linda McDougall lost in semi-final
Bronze trophy winner Anne Terry
June
June medal was played over Bonnyton G.C.
This was played in conjunction with 2013 -- Medal finals winner Cathy Morton
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| RLCGA - 2014 WOS County Champions |
Inter County Matches held at Haggs Castle:-
Renfrewshire v Ayrshire 6.5 - 2.5
Renfrewshire v Lanarkshire 4.5 - 4.5
Renfrewshire v D & A 5.5- 3.5
I would like to take this opportunity to everyone who assisted as host county. From the Caddies, spectators, flowers, scoreboards ect. Thank you for making it a most memorable occasion; we also won!!!
Kennedy Salver played at Hamilton G.C. and we finished a disappointing last.
The British was played at Royal St Georges G.C. --- Eilidh 158 missed cut.
July 2014
European Team Championship Slovenia -- E Briggs 70 77 and Scotland qualified into the B flight.
July medal was played over Renfrew G.C.
My congratulations go to the Commonwealth games baton carriers. Heather Anderson, Jinty Roger and Heather Mushets Dad. I am sure you had the most enjoyable experience.
August 2014
August medal played over Elderslie G.C. with your Captain sleeping in for her tee-off time as I was nightshift!!!
West Of Scotland meeting was held here at Haggs. At this meeting topics include lack of playing numbers, draws for junior and senior inter county matches and we discussed annual fees and gratuities. -- We pay £100 to clubs for use of course, Lanarkshire pay £75, Ayrshire pay sub of £60 and a green fee and D & A £150 for course.
It was very interesting and we were discussing how it was getting increasingly difficult to getting courses to host our Medals.
September 2014
September medal played over Gourock G.C.
Commonwealth Spoons at Ladybank -- Linda Hay and Fiona Bennett came 3rd with a net 74.5,
Liz Hale and Heather Anderson finished 5th.
Eilidh withdraws injured in Japan at World Amateur Championships
Autumn Greensomes at Caldwell -- Janette McCartney has a hole in one at the 16th
Campbell Clock at Whitecraigs -- Most enjoyable day with the girls and my thanks go to all the helpers who made the day possible, because believe me, the girls needed looking after.
Winners: Alison McNab 39 bih, Charlotte McCluskey 39, Jennifer Rankine 36.
Women's Home Internationals at Aberdovey in Wales -- Eilidh Briggs (withdrew due to injury) Megan Briggs was selected to play for Scotland and who won all her singles ties against England, Ireland and Wales. -- (Captain Gill apologises for missing out in her report such a wonderful achievement by Megan which of course she knew and is minuted)
County Finals played at Hilton Park.
Renfrewshire 4.5 v East Lothian 4.5
Renfrewshire 6.5 v Borders 2.5
Renfrewshire 4 v Angus 5.
Very close and exciting climax. The girls were superb and were very worthy runners up, winning the F.J.Trophy which is displayed on the table.
Junior Final played over Cochrane Castle -- This was between Jennifer Rankine and Niamh Kinney. Jennifer won 4 & 3.
October
Rosebowl final played over East Renfrewhire -- Denise Cowan and Maureen Taggart. Denise won 5 & 4.
S.L.G.A. and S.G.U. amalgamation is still on-going!!!!
My congratulations go to all the Club Champions. WELL DONE.
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| Captain Gill presents Eilidh with her Honorary Membership (Sorry about chopped off head Gill !) |
We have a very special announcement to make tonight.
It gives me immense pleasure to inform you, that the County has decided to give Eilidgh Briggs Honorary Membership.
This is in recognition of all her her achievements in world golf.
I will give you a brief history of her achievements so far;-
Started playing golf at the age of 7.
First handicap 45 at the age of 10.
Won the Campbell Clock.
Played in 3 Kennedy Salvers for Renfrewshire
First Senior Jamboree at Prestwick 2007 aged 13....
Scottish Open under 14 Champion.
3 times West Of Scotland Girls Champion.
Renfrewshire Girls Champion (several Occasions)
Represented Scotland Girls Home Internationals - 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Scottish Girls Europeans 2010 2011.
Scottish Girl Champion 2011
S.L.G.A. Girls order of merit winner 2009, 2010 2011.
Renfrewshire County Champion 3 times
Scottish Champion of Champion 2011 2012.
West Of Scotland Winner 2011 2012
Runner up Scottish Ladies Championship 2011
Scottish University Champion 2012
Represented GB at university World Championship
Home International team 2011 2012 2013
Scottish European team 2013 2014
Scottish world amateur team 2012 2014
Scottish ladies order of merit winner 2013
Silver medallist European universities 2013
7th Ladies Portuguese 2014
Semi-finalist Scottish 2014
Welsh Ladies Amateur Stroke play champion 2014
2nd S.L.G.A. order merit 2014
2014 GB & I Curtis Cup Member
Current handicap +3
Wow, sound a bit like my own golfing record!!!! --- It gives me great pleasure to invite Eilidh up to receive her award
SOME IMPORTANT DATES
Dates for your diary for 2015
Scottish Championship : Monefeith May
Intercounty matches Loudon: 15-17th June
Inter county4`s: Hilton Park 1st June
Kennedy Salver : Elderslie 22nd June
County Championship: Ralston 15-17th April
County Finals Stranraer 18-20th September.
Bi-annual dinner Haggs 11th March
PRESIDENT SUCCESSOR
President Eileen Gibb is standing down after 5 years' service to the County. Her support enthusiasm and commitment to the County has been amazing.
She was always out marching down the fairways with words of encouragement to the girls.
Eileen could you come up and accept this token of appreciation.
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| Eileen gets ready to pin on badge of office to Jennifer |
She has been a multiple club champion, Club Captain, county player and County Captain.
Also she has Captained Scottish Vets and played in the team at both county and international levels.
Captain of the Scottish Senior ladies, home international team and member of the S.L.G.A. board where she served as chairwoman of County golf.
She is still actively playing golf and plays off single figure.
It gives me great pleasure to announce Jennifer Mack as the the new Renfrewshire President.
With no AOCB ---- The prize giving was then held ---
PRIZEGIVING
The prize-winners were read out by Jean Irvine and our new President Jennifer Mack presented the prizes.
RENFREWSHIRE LADIES COUNTY GOLF ASSOCIATION PRIZEWINNERS 2014
WINTER FOURSOMES 2013/2014 (SALVERS)
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| Brenda Conway and Fiona Armour - Winter Foursomes Winners |
RUNNERS UP: Jennifer Graham/Carol Smith Haggs Castle
SPRING MEETING -
SCRATCH: Gillian Kyle East Renfrewshire
Scratch -12: 1st - Marion Stewart (Kilmacolm)
2ND: Linda McDougall (Greenock)
3RD: Carol McNally (Williamwood)
13-28 -- 1st Linda Hay (Eastwood)
2nd - Gill Unick (Williamwood)
3rd - Jinty Rodger (Williamwood)
COUNTY FOURSOMES -
SCRATCH - 1st Donna Jackson( Cochrane Castle) and Liz Stewart (Greenburn)
2nd: Carol Whyte (Milngavie) and Katrina Milne (Erskine)
3rd: Heather Anderson and Liz Hale (Caldwell)
HANDICAP - 1st Susan Reid (Kilmacolm) and Barbara Lyle (Whitecraigs)
2nd: Gillian Kyle and Audrey MacKenzie ( East Renfrewshire)
3rd: Carol Fell and Fiona Roger (Ranfurly Castle)
CHALLENGE BOWL (BEST NET AGGREGATE APRIL MEDAL /SPRING MEETING) - KNOCKOUT
WINNER: Denise Cowan (Ranfurly Castle) RUNNER UP: Maureen Taggart (Old Ranfurly)
AUTUMN GREENSOMES -
1st: Janette McCartney/Gina McDougall (Erskine)
2nd: June Iron/Clare McgintyCaldwell (Barshaw)
3rd: Morag Key/Anita McMillan (Ralston/Erskine)
MEDAL SPOONS
APRIL: Sara McCorkill
JUNE: Carol Fell
JULY: Fiona Armour
AUGUST: Fiona Armour
SEPTEMBER: Liz Hale
SLGA BROOCH (AWARDED TO WINNER IN MEDAL WITH LARGEST ENTRY)
SCRATCH - 12 -- Marion Stewart
13-28 -- Linda Hay
MEDAL FINALS (PLAYED IN CONJUNCTION WITH JUNE MEDAL - 5 SPOON WINNERS FROM 2013
Cathy Morton (Eastwood)
TEAM BROOCH AWARDED FOR BEING MEMBER OF RLCGA TEAM ( played in 6 matches) ???
JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP
WINNER: Jennifer Rankine (Haggs Castle)
RUNNER UP: Naimh Kinney (Erskine)
COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP/OPEN DAY - COCHRANE CASTLE 16-18 APRIL 2014
SCRATCH: Eilidh Briggs (Kilmacolm)
PEGGY CLARK TROPHY: Iona Stephen Ranfurly Castle
2nd HCAP Denise Cowan Ranfurly Castle
3rd: Gillian Kyle East Renfrewshire
FINALISTS:RUNNER UP:Iona Stephen Ranfurly Castle
WINNER - BLYTHSWOOD TROPHY AND BROOCH Eilidh Briggs Kilmacolm
FIXTURE DIARY 2015
2015 RLCGA COMPETITIONS:
COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP -- RALSTON 15-17th APRIL, 2015 CONFIRMED
FOURSOMES COCHRANE CASTLE ---Wed 6th MAY, 2015 CONFIRMED
SPRING MEETING RANFURLY CASTLE -- Friday 22nd MAY, 2015 CONFIRMED
JUNE MEDALWHITECRAIGS -- Friday12TH JUNE, 2015 CONFIRMED
JULY MEDAL SUNDAY -- GLEDDOCH -- SUN 26th JULY 10-12noon CONF.
PM MEDAL RENFREW Thursday 16th JULY CONFIRMED
AUGUST MEDAL ERSKINE--- Wednesday 12th AUGUST, 2015 CONFIRMED
SEPTEMBER MEDAL-- COWGLEN -- Thursday 17th SEPT, 2015 CONFIRMED
AUTUMN GREENSOMES -- KILMACOLM - Tuesday 1/9/15 CONFIRMED
JUNIOR COMPETITIONS
CAMPBELL CLOCK-- WHITECRAIGS--- SUNDAY 13/9/2015CONFIRMED
KENNEDY SALVER-- ELDERSLIE -- MON 22/6/2015 CONFIRMED
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