SOME CHAMPIONSHIP PHOTOGRAPHS

CLICK HERE FOR SOME PHOTOS OVER THE LAST 3 DAYS
 Thanks go to Jean Irvine for most of the photographs

MATCH PLAY RESULTS AT RALSTON

The players were greeted at Ralston today with brilliant blue skies and most of the morning matches were won comfortably.  However it was a different story in the afternoon.

First match out was Gillian Kyle against Carol MacNally.  Gillian was soon 3 down to Carol but kept fighting till she managed to square the match at the 18th.  A half at the 19th and Gillian went on to win with a par at the 20th.

Denise Cowan then went out against Carol Fell (who says she doesn't play 36 holes!). Her superior length proved to be to her advantage and a tiring Carol and caddy Freda (combined ages 143!!!) finally gave in at the 16th to lose 4 & 2.

11 times Champion Donna Jackson played well to win 3 & 2 over Carol Whyte who at times still seemed to have jetlag after her recent trans-atlantic flight.

14 year old Jennifer Rankine, after a convincing win over Beth Paterson in the morning round, then took on Captain Gillian McGinley.  Gillian says Jennifer played really well and she went down 6 & 5.

The semi-finals Friday 17th April

9.30       Gillian Kyle v Denise Cowan

9.37       Donna Jackson v Jennifer Rankine

1st Round

Gillian Kyle (East Renfrewshire) bt Heather Mushet (Elderslie)  5 & 3

Carol McNally (Williamwood) bt Sally Foster (Kilmacolm)  6 & 4

Denise Cowan (Ranfurly Castle) bt Sandra Littlejohn (Erskine)  2 up

Carol Fell (Ranfurly Castle) bt Linda McDougall (Greenock)  3 & 1

Donna Jackson (Cochrane Castle) bt Anne Judge (Ranfurly Castle)  4 & 3

Carol Whyte (Milngavie) bt Marion Munro (Ranfurly Castle) 8 & 6

Gillian McGinley (Cochrane Castle) bt Elizabeth Russell (Ralston) 4 & 3

Jennifer Rankine (Haggs Castle) bt Beth Paterson (Eastwood) 5 & 3

Quarter Finals

Gillian Kyle bt Carol McNally at 20th

Denise Cowan bt Carol Fell 4 & 2

Donna Jackson bt Carol Whyte 3 & 2

Jennifer Rankine bt Gillian McGinley 6 & 5

CHAMPIONSHIPS QUALIFYING ROUND

46 ladies played today over Ralston Golf Club in the Championship Qualifying round.

The course was in good condition but the players had to contend with strong winds but fortunately the rain kept away.

Defending Champion Eilidh Briggs was unable to defend her title this year due to injury and won't be able to compete till later in the year.  Sister Megan is also on the injured list.

 Qualifying in 1st place is Gillian Kyle (East Renfrewshire) with a gross 80, by a better inward half from young Jennifer Rankine (Haggs Castle) playing in only her second Championships.

Gillian Kyle

Jennifer Rankine

Elaine Robb

Winner of the best net and the Peggy Clark Trophy was Elaine Robb (Milngavie) with a score of 86-12-74 with a better inward half from Jennifer Rankine 80-6-74.

The CSS was 74, the SSS 71 and was reductions only.

Match play qualifers:

9.15       Gillian Kyle v Heather Mushet

9.22       Carol McNally v Sally Foster

9.30       Denise Cowan v Sandra Littlejohn

9.37       Carol Fell v Linda McDougall

9.45       Donna Jackson v Anne Judge

9.52       Marion Munro v Carol Whyte                     

10.00     Gillian McGinlay v Elizabeth Russell

10.07     Beth Paterson v Jennifer Rankine

CLICK HERE FOR GROSS SCORES
CLICK HERE FOR NET SCORES

CHAMPIONSHIP DRAW FOR RALSTON GOLF CLUB -- THERE ARE A FEW CHANGES

Ralston Golf Club

The draw for the County Championship qualifying round over Ralston Golf Club on Wednesday 15th April (Tomorrow)  ---.
CLICK HERE to see the times as there are a few minor changes
Gillian Kyle is the contact person at Tel: 07950 070275

JUNIOR GIRLS BEAT THE LADIES

The Junior Girls

The junior girls had a great day at Elderslie Golf Club yesterday (Sunday 12th April.) The weather was kind and the girls enjoyed playing matches against the ladies with the juniors winning 4-1. Thank you to the ladies who took part and to Elderslie GC for your ongoing support
To see more photographs click on the Facebook link on the LHS of this website and also keep up to date with all the junior news and more.
 Thanks go to Audrey Mackenzie for the photo and report

WINTER FOURSOMES FINAL IS AT COCHRANE CASTLE

Just to confirm that the above final will be played on Sunday, 19th April, at Cochrane Castle. Tee off is 10.30 am and our Captain, Gill, will referee the match between Jennifer Graham and Carol Smith (Haggs Castle) and Liz Crichton and Sara Bishop (Kilmacolm).

Sandra Littlejohn

VICE CAPTAIN GILL IS SELECTED FOR THE SCOTTISH VETS TEAM

Many congratulations go to Vice Captain Gillian Kyle who has been selected to represent the Scottish Vets team for the match against the Irish Seniors for the Mary McKenna Perpetual Trophy at Dunbar on Sunday 19th and Monday 20th April.
To read more go to the West Vets Website

WEST OF SCOTLAND CHAMPIONSHIP - ENTRY FORM

The West of Scotland Championship, an 18 hole strokeplay competition, for those with handicaps of 15 or less will be held at Cawder Golf Club, Cawder Course, on Sunday 3 May with tee off from 12.00 to 2.30pm.

To download an entry form please click on the following link --- CLICK HERE 

JUNIORS v ELDERSLIE BOYS TEAM

RLCGA Juniors and Elderslie GC Junior Boys Teams

The RLCGA Junior Girls played Elderslie GC Boys Team yesterday (Sat 21st March) in a friendly match.
Under clear blue skies, the matches were played in great spirit with the girls winning all 4 matches, albeit by close margins.
Many thanks to all at Elderslie GC, your course was in fine condition and the hospitality was very welcoming. All the girls enjoyed the day.

Report and photo by Audrey Mackenzie (Junior Secretary)

JUNIOR GIRLS COACHING AT MEARNS CASTLE GOLF ACADEMY

Junior Girls at MCGA

Some more Junior Girls

The junior girls thoroughly enjoyed the winter coaching sessions. The sessions were very successful with the girls picking up some great tips, hitting some great shots and all getting along together very well.
Both Karyn Burns and Mark Loftus commented how good it was to work with such an enthusiastic group of girls. The final one took place on Sunday 15th March at MCGA and after an indoor session with Mark Loftus the girls enjoyed playing a few holes.

Report and photographs by Audrey Mackenzie (Junior Secretary)

COUNTY DINNER AT HAGGS CASTLE GOLF CLUB

Denise is presented with her County Team Brooch from Captain Gillian

Approximately 60 members enjoyed their evening at the bi- annual County Dinner at Haggs Castle Golf Club last night. Denise Cowan who played in the 2014 County Finals for the first time was presented with county brooch for playing in the team.
Val Lawrence and Carol McInally were there to display their beautiful jewellery, handbags and scarfs.

2014 - 2015 WINTER FOURSOMES FINALISTS

Carol Smith and Jennifer Graham

Carol Smith and Jennifer Graham (Haggs Castle) reached the County Winter Foursomes Final for the second year in a row by beating Julie Will (Troon) and Angela Ferguson  (Eastwood) in the second semi-final.

Carol and Jennifer's win was assisted by Julie still recovering from the hassles in her recent house move and Angela turning up on the day without her golf shoes and having to play in her expensive suede wedges !!!!

They now meet Liz Crichton and Sara Bishop (Kilmacolm)  in the final.

ENTRIES FOR COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP AND INTER COUNTY FOURSOMES

The entries for the County Championship over Ralston and the Inter County Foursomes over Cochrane Castle are now available,
Go to the link on the LHS that says 2015 Competition Entries and Draws and place your entry now

JUNIOR COACHING AT THE GLASGOW INDOOR GOLF CENTRE

Karyn Burns with some of the Junior Girls

The Junior Girls practice their game

Sunday (22nd February) saw the first of the Junior winter coaching sessions. The juniors met up with the senior team at the Glasgow Indoor Golf Centre and Karyn Burns set out various stations which everyone thoroughly enjoyed. The joint training session was a great success and was followed by pizza


Audrey MacKenzie (Junior Convenor)

BI ANNUAL DINNER AT HAGGS CASTLE GC -- HAVE YOU PAID AND PICKED YOUR CHOICE OF MENU

The RLCGA Bi Annual Dinner on 11th March is at Haggs Castle GC 7 for 7:30.
The cost is £16 including gratuities.
There is to be a raffle and all donations will gratefully be received -- but plants or a bottle please. 

We are also having Val Lawrence with her Stella and Dot Jewellery etc. and also Carol McNally with handbags, scarves etc as well.

All names to RLCGA Secretary Jean Irvine ASAP. -- Please contact her soon
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Please contact her by email - Click on following link --- Jean irvine email or give her a phone call at 01505 328411.
She needs to know by 4th March. Also send her a cheque for £16 made payable to Renfrewshire Ladies' County Golf Association to Wraysbury, Brookfield PA5 8UW.

MENU 

OVEN ROAST CHICKEN BREAST WITH WILD MUSHROOM AND HERB CREAM SAUCE OR 

SALMON FILLET WITH CHAMPAGNE SAUCE 

ALL SERVED WITH MASHED POTATO, ROAST POTATO AND MARKET VEGETABLES -

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DOUBLE CHOCHOLATE TRUFFLE DRIZZLED WITH CHOCOLATE SAUCE 

OR 

FRUIT PAVLOVA 

OR 

BISCUITS AND CHEESE 

TEA/COFFEE 

MINTS

Haggs Castle GC would like to know your nice of menu beforehand so please  CLICK HERE and give your choice. CHECK THIS LINK --- To remind yourself of what you have picked or if you have forgotten to put in your choice

SLGA membership vote Yes to amalgamation with SGU

NEWS RELEASE FROM SLGA
The Membership of the Scottish Ladies’ Golfing Association (SLGA) has today (Saturday, February 7) backed the Proposal to amalgamate with the Scottish Golf Union (SGU) after a yes vote at their Annual General Meeting.

Ladies Sections of Clubs, Ladies Clubs, County Golf Associations, Vice Presidents and Directors voted in favour of the proposed amalgamation by a unanimous margin of 204-0 at their AGM at the Edinburgh Marriott Hotel.
Voting took place on the day, with those unable to send a representative voting by proxy.
Beth Paterson, SLGA Chairman, said: “We are delighted, for a second time, the voting members of the SLGA have backed the proposal to amalgamate with the SGU. I would like to thank our members for their patience during the consultation process.
“Unifying the amateur game for men and women is a positive step for both the game and the participants. The move to a single governing body will make Scottish Golf stronger, and I know the sport will continue to be committed to increasing the number of people who play golf regularly and supporting those with talent to fulfil their potential.
“I’d like to acknowledge the work done by the Amalgamation working group under the Chairmanship of Sherriff Alastair Thornton, which has resulted in the women reaching a positive decision today.
“Amalgamation between the SGU and the SLGA is in the best interests of golf and we sincerely hope that the SGU will gain the support for amalgamation from their shareholders, so we can look forward to a new era and to realising our vision for the future.”
Shortly before Christmas, the Proposal to amalgamate the SGU and the SLGA into a single unified governing body for amateur golf in Scotland was finalised, one that can herald an exciting “new era” for Scottish Golf and one fundamentally important for the future of the game.
In clear terms, the proposal outlines how amalgamation can provide a platform for a new governing body to lead Scottish Golf positively into the future, help clubs be viable and vibrant and attract more people of all ages and gender into the sport.
Tom Craig, SGU Chairman, added: “I’m delighted the Membership of the Scottish Ladies’ Golfing Association has voted in favour of the Proposal to amalgamate. It is now over to the SGU clubs and the 16 SGU Area Associations to make their decision.
“This is an historic opportunity to step confidently forward together as one – Areas, Counties, clubs and staff – and share knowledge and ideas to make the game at all levels stronger.”
Presently, all clubs affiliated to the SGU are being urged to vote in an independent Poll which is open until February 27 as part of the Proposal to amalgamate with the SLGA.

Karin Sharp
Chief Operating Officer
k.sharp@slga.co.uk
Tel: 0131 339 3987
Mob: 07812 665159

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM CAPTAIN GILL

Well that's another year gone, it's flown by so quickly.
I hope you had as enjoyable golf season as I have had.
It was a very busy time between golf and work but I can look back with a great sense of pride and satisfaction.
I'm looking forward to next year and hopefully another successful golf season for all at R.L.C.G.A.
It just leaves me to wish you a very Merry Xmas and a healthy and prosperous New Year

Captain Gill

PROPOSAL TO AMALGAMATE THE SGU and SLGA IS FINALISED AND PUBLISHED

SGU and SLGA NEWS RELEASE

The proposal to amalgamate the Scottish Golf Union (SGU) and the Scottish Ladies’ Golfing Association (SLGA) into a single unified governing body for amateur golf in Scotland has been finalised, one that can herald an exciting “new era” for Scottish Golf.

Outlining their clear vision for the game in the proposal, the Chairs of the SGU and SLGA, Tom Craig and Beth Paterson, stress that amalgamation is fundamentally important for the future of golf in Scotland.

To meet the many challenges currently facing the game, the proposal outlines how amalgamation can provide a platform for a new governing body to lead Scottish golf positively into the future, help Clubs be viable and vibrant and attract more people of all ages and gender into the sport.

With the Boards of the SGU and the SLGA both in agreement regarding the proposal, it has now been distributed to the memberships of each organisation – namely the SGU’s 16 area associations, the SLGA’s 15 county golf associations, ladies' golf clubs and ladies' sections of clubs and all affiliated clubs in Scotland for them to consider as approval is sought over the coming months.

KEY FEATURES

Key features of the proposal include clubs becoming full voting members for the first time, with areas and counties to have a substantial collective vote, equivalent in aggregate to approximately one third of the overall vote.
The roles of the areas and counties are to remain unchanged, meaning they don’t have to merge. National and regional forums are also to be established to help communication to and from grass roots golfers and clubs.

The amalgamation proposal and supporting documents can be accessed both on the SGU website at http://www.scottishgolf.org/who-we-are/sguslga-amalgamation/ and on the SLGA website at http://slga.co.uk/amalgamation/

Expressing the importance of amalgamation, the Chairs said in a joint-statement: “This is the most significant issue in Scottish Golf and the amalgamation proposal is the best and only option to amalgamate. We encourage all areas, counties and clubs to support it.

PLATFORM FOR NEW ERA

“Amalgamation can provide a platform for a new governing body to lead Scottish Golf boldly into a new era. We want our clubs to be healthy and vibrant, to be welcoming places for men, women, boys and girls to enjoy our wonderful game, and to help attract more people to participate in golf throughout Scotland.
"Amalgamation is absolutely in the best interests of all stakeholders in Scottish Golf and sends the right message about the inclusivity of the sport we all love.”

Back in March of this year, a joint working group, comprising five representatives from each of the SGU and the SLGA, independently chaired by Sheriff Alastair Thornton, circulated an amalgamation consultation proposal to all areas, counties and golf clubs in Scotland.

Following a wide ranging consultation process up to the end of July during which every golf club, area and county, as well as all golfers and other interested parties had the opportunity to input, the joint working group analysed and considered the feedback before publishing its final proposal.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL AMALGAMATION REPORT

CAROL AND JENNIFER WIN THEIR WINTER FOURSOMES QUARTER FINAL

Report by Morag Key

I have to report the outcome of Anita and my match today against Jennifer Graham and Carol Smith at Haggs Castle.

Our match was played on a beautiful December day with Haggs Castle looking superb in the sunshine.

We had a great game which was nip and tuck all the way until Jennifer and Carol kicked up a gear and won the 15th and 16th to go two up and dormie. (Don't know if that's how it's spelt!).

We halved the 17th and the Home pair won 2 up.
Great company and most enjoyable match. 

To keep up to date with all the results CLICK HERE

DOROTHY AND JULIE WIN A CLOSE ENCOUNTERED MATCH AT EAST RENFREWSHIRE

Dorothy Cartildge and Julie Dickson (Whitecraigs) beat Gillian Kyle and Audrey Mackenzie (East Ren) today at East Renfrewshire Golf Club on a very pleasant December morning. Apart from 2 bad holes, the visitors were 3 over par for the front 9 and 3 up. (Having been 4 up!) Gillian and Audrey started their comeback and levelled the match at the 15th. The next 2 holes were halved then Gillian thinned a chip through the back of the 18th as trying too hard to match Julie’s excellent approach shot! The course was in great condition for the time of year and we all holed some really good putts making it an exciting close match.