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Inside the 30m rule with Casey Jarvis Living the dream in Clarens Celebrity golfer profile – Aiden Markram Plant growth regulators

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Cover Photo: The Clarens Golf & Leisure Estate

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We tee off the year with two brand new articles, “Inside the 30m rule with Casey Jarvis” and “Your coach in your pocket” brought to us by the Buhrmann Du Toit Golf Academy. We discover how you can “live the dream” in Clarens, chat to Proteas batsman Aiden Markram and hear what Sue de Zwart has to say about plant growth regulators.

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SP E C IA L F E AT U R E S Inside the 30m rule with Casey Jarvis

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Living the dream in Clarens

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Celebrity golfer profile – Aiden Markram

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Plant growth regulators

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REGULARS LETTER TO THE EDITOR

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TUITION & INSTRUCTION

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Know your rules

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Your coach in your pocket

HEALTH & LIFESTYLE Links, Hazards & Fairways

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Know your PGA pro

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AFFORDABLE GOLF

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RESULTS & RANKINGS

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EVENTS CALENDAR

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AMATEUR NEWS

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GREENKEEPING

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KIDS STUFF

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SA GOLF TRADER DIRECTORY

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FACEBOOK FAVOURITES

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LE T TER TO THE EDITOR

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Send us your letters, giving us your views, opinions or articles of interest (max 500 words). The most interesting letter will be published in the next edition of SA Golf Trader.

Dear Neville Firstly happy New Year to you and the SA Golf Trader team, I really enjoy reading the magazine and your Facebook posts are always informative and entertaining, keep up the good work for 2020.

My letter concerns the marketing of an event taking place in just over a weeks’ time, the SA Open. The Sunshine Tours flagship event and the second oldest Open (the British Open is the oldest) is taking place at Randpark Golf Club and yet there seems to be very little marketing and hype leading up to the tournament.

The SA Open is hosted by the City of Johannesburg and surely there must be a budget for this purpose, the event is co-sanctioned by the European Tour and must have the potential to be a big money spinner. You can’t rely on word of mouth and past spectators to fill up the galleries, you need to actively market an event of this magnitude and in my humble opinion this has not happened.

Dear Donovan Thanks for writing in and for your kind words regarding the magazine and Facebook page, we will certainly endeavour to keep on improving during 2020.

I have to agree with your sentiments regarding the marketing of the SA Open Championship, this is the premier event on the South African golfing calendar, being played at one of the country’s finest golf courses and it should be accorded a substantial marketing budget.

The public need to be made constantly aware of the event, who’s playing, ticket prices, parking facilities, what else is on offer (food stalls, craft beer) etc.

That said; let’s hope that people come in their droves and that there can be a South African winner at the end of the day.

Regards

Regards Donovan Smith

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Your Coach in your Pocket Series...

Your Coach in Your Pocket, Andre Louw

How to be more consistent in your whole game...

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an you identify with wanting to be more consistent in your game? Throughout my career in coaching I have come across so many different golfers at various stages in their development. If I ask them what they wanted help with, most of them respond with an “I would just like to be more consistent”. The challenge is that most of them do not have an idea of what that looks like, let alone where to start looking for it.

anyone’s opinion; those are factors that influence the ball and are the elements I like to refer to as “elements below the line”. Then there are the factors that are unique to you and this is where it is crucial that you get a professional to help to interpret the information to you and help you to understand the dynamics unique to you and how those factors negatively influence the laws, ultimately causing your inconsistency, those are “elements above the line”.

We will go on a 6 part journey throughout the year and will be kicking off part 1 with some information to ultimately start solving the problem you have and that is “I would just like to be more consistent” I would like to start off with an analogy we can all relate with. When using a GPS, it will need some information to be able to correctly advise you. Firstly, where are you now? Then, where is it that you want to go? Without those two pieces of information no GPS can correctly give you a map, now that road map is where I as the coach come in. Can you start to spot where you are going wrong? Perhaps getting directions but not knowing where you are?

Perhaps having no idea where you wanting to go? No wonder you feel lost...

To be more consistent, first understand how the club affects the golf ball. You see there are certain laws that cannot be challenged by

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The reason there is a line between the two is because they should not be confused with one another.

I would like to invite you to go to this link which will give you more information and help you understand these factors: https://docs.google. com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKHxpeWW9EpZAWmD_d7yJF30s3guNF3F54Tz5yAD2qKR5HRg/ formResponse

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tuition & instruction Now inconsistency comes in the form of two D’s: Distance: either being too long or too short of the intended target Direction: either being too far left or too far right of the intended target

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These factors are not my opinion, but just like gravity a universal law.

Here are a few images of the typical problems I have encountered Player A struggles with a big slice and also struggles with distance

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A review on these two videos can be watched by following this link: https://vimeo.com/379953376 Now that we have discussed the bad and the ugly, let me provide you with the good. I would like to welcome you to the concept of coach in your pocket. I can now be with you every step of the way, personally guiding you to achieving your desired outcome. http://www.bdga.co.za/ coachandre Just follow these 3 easy steps: 1. Go download “Golf Coach App” now from your play store or app store 2. Register as a golfer using my coach code “coachandre” 3. Lets start the process by building a personal relationship I sure hope you would join me on this journey of learning and discovery of how much better your golf can become with personal guidance. Please look out for the next issue of your favourite golf magazine where I will provide you with some insight in getting better off the tee.

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ACROSS 1. (Surname) This Korean-American won the U.S. Women’s Amateur twice, in 2010 & 2011 (4) 3. Shigeki Maruyama is known for his ever present smile, hence he is known as the “smiling _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ “ (8) 9. In seed plants, the structure that gives rise to and contains the female reproductive cells (5) 10. (Surname) This American was a member of the victorious U.S. team at the 2009 Walker Cup, where he compiled a 4-0 match record (7) 11. Unit used to measure how much gold is in a piece of jewellery (5) 12. After fierce lightening play was allowed to begin again (6) 14. The 2nd Chilean to earn full membership to the European Tour (6, 7) 17. A short sleep for Tiger (6) 20. Denoting an increased quality or factor (5) 22. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Phanatic is the official mascot for the Philadelphia Major League Baseball team (7) 23. (First name) 2nd youngest of the four Pappas brothers, the golfing family from Phalaborwa (5) 24. Competitions from a muddled American

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1. When did you qualify as a PGA Professional?

I graduated from the PGA apprentice program in 2016.

2. What made you choose this career?

My love for the game of golf is what made me want to have a career in the golf industry.

3. Has it always been golf for you?

Ever since I was 7 I would go with my dad to the golf club. The Lake Club Benoni was where I learnt how to play the game and ever since then it has been golf, golf and more golf.

4. Did you ever play or did you ever want to play on tour?

Yes when I was 16 years old but I was focused on getting my education past me first before golf.

5. Who was your mentor in the golfing industry?

Craig Stickling was my mentor as I did my apprenticeship under him, and I still look up to him till this day. If the opportunity didn’t come across to work with him, I’m don’t think I would be where I am today.

6. Describe a typical work day for you.

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experiences. From golf day meetings, member engagements and queries, golf course maintenance issues, responding to emails, management meetings etc. Each day brings new possibilities and you have to tackle each day, one day at a time.

7. You recently moved to Dainfern Golf & Residential Estate, what new challenges will this present?

Yes, I have recently moved to Dainfern as the Head Professional and retail manager. I work for Global Golf and I head up the pro shop, driving range and all the golf carts and maintenance. New challenges will be meeting all the members and home owners and growing a relationship at Dainfern.

8. Do you have a highlight or fondest memory of your long career in the industry?

I have been in the industry for 6 years now, and my best highlight would have to be the people that I have met and grown relationships with.

9. As a PGA Professional, what do you enjoy most about the industry?

The thing I enjoy most about the golfing industry, is the fact that we are all striving to grow membership, increase rounds and strive to have the best golf course with the best service to members and visitors.

10. The members of a golf club always come first. Do you agree with the phrase “The member is always right”?

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The member most certainly does come first, but I wouldn’t say that the member is always right.

There are times when you need to remind a member that they are in the wrong. “Treat members as royalty, and visitors as members”.

11. With consumers being careful on how they spend their money these days, are you finding other ways besides golf to attract people to the club?

Most golf clubs need to focus on family-oriented activities. I see lots of clubs focusing on the food and beverage departments, things like “moms night off”, curry nights, half price on certain menu items are good ways to attract members to utilize their club for more than just for a round of golf.

12. Slow play is one of the biggest problems in golf today, how would you manage slow play?

Ready golf is a good initiative to bring into the game of golf to allow for pace of play to be better. Playing your shot if you are ready before it’s your turn is a effective way of speeding the game up.

13. Does your position require you to be available on weekends, evenings, and holidays, and if so, does this place demands on your personal life?

Yes, the golfing industry takes a lot of time out

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of your personal life, as you are expected to work at least 6 days a week. Most weekends you would be required to work, as this is when the majority of your members would play. Weekdays is typically when you would host golf days or groups, so these are just as important as weekends.

14. What is your opinion on the state of golf in South Africa?

The state of Golf in South Africa is definitely struggling at the moment with current economic times. Corporate golf days have definitely decreased where many corporates used to have a golf day annually, now they may have a golf day every 2nd or 3rd year. I do feel that there are a few too many golf courses in South Africa, and if golf were to succeed again, a few golf courses would need to close down.

15.What do you enjoy doing in your free time?

I currently enjoy spending time with my 9-month-old baby daughter - Olivia-Grace Kupferman. As we don’t get much time off in the golfing industry we have to spend as much time with our loved ones.

16. Do you still get time to play?

Playing golf is a part of the job. I do feel that we need to be able to play golf with the members of the club in order to network and get to know your members better as well as to see how the golf course conditions are and if there are any issues on the golf course while playing.

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Tour players rally to Australian bushfire relief cause

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ustralian PGA Tour players Marc Leishman and Cameron Smith have kick-started a campaign to help with the extensive bushfire crisis that has overrun their home country and have called upon their fellow Tour pro’s from all nations to join the cause.

Australia – and the PGA Tour have committed to match any figures raised by any player in the Sony Open field up to $125,000. Smith and Leishman were both members of the International team in the competition.

Leishman and Smith have vowed to donate funds for every birdie and eagle they make at this week’s Sony Open in Hawaii and have already received significant support from fellow Australian players in the field in Matt Jones, Cameron Davis, Cameron Percy and Rhein Gibson.

been burned across Australia’s six states – an area larger than the countries of Belgium and Denmark combined.

To date, more than 7.3 million hectares (17.9 million acres or over 28,000 square miles) have

In a huge boost to the cause, the Presidents Cup – which was recently held in Melbourne

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Oosthuizen excited about the future of golf in SA

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osthuizen, speaking on the eve of the first round of the SA Open and in his role as both defending champion and the new Player-Host of the second oldest national Open in golf, said the depth of golf worldwide has increased substantially, and that South Africa also has a deep well of talent coming through.

“Golf is very competitive worldwide. At any Major Championship now there are 50 to 60 players that can win it. It’s such a small margin between a top-10 finish in a Major and a win.

But I think South African golf is in a really good spot. We’ve got lots of young players coming through and it might not happen right now, but I do think we have a few Major champions coming,” said Oosthuizen.

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The strength of amateur golf under GolfRSA is evident with a record 11 amateurs playing in their national Open.

And with the SAGDB celebrating its 20th anniversary as the official body for golf development in South Africa, and the other coordinated efforts of foundations and golf academies such as the Ernie Els and Fancourt Foundation and Oosthuizen’s own Louis57 Academy, South African golf has a fully integrated and sustainable golf development drive that is the envy of many a country.

“I think golf in South Africa is strong. I have one or two of the golfers in my foundation who are looking forward to starting a career in golf in the near future. It’s just good to see golf in such a good place in South Africa,” said Oosthuizen.

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Alfred Dunhill Championship prevents the use of over 65 000 single-use plastic bottles

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he 2019 Alfred Dunhill Championship, which took place from 28 November to 1 December at Leopard Creek Country Club in Mpumalanga, took a stand against single-use plastic by encouraging fans and golfers to purchase Alfred Dunhill Championship-branded glass bottles at the course or bring their own reusable bottles to refill free of charge at various points on the golf course.

The temperatures and humidity reached extraordinary levels at Leopard Creek, so much so that the organisers allowed players to wear shorts during competitive rounds for the first time in the 47-year history of the European Tour.

The initiative, a partnership between Refill Co, Bluewater and Consol and the first of its kind on the Sunshine Tour, saw 32 852 litres of purified drinking water served on the course between 25 November and 1 December, the equivalent of approximately 65 704 plastic water bottles.

“The organisers of this year’s Alfred Dunhill Championship took a leadership role in the South African golfing community by deciding to actively reduce the amount of single-use plastic from bottled water at the event. This was a bold decision and is an example that needed to be set here in SA and around the world.

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All of Refill Co’s systems delivered purified water that is safe to drink and that was drawn from the Crocodile River, making this a truly sustainable water solution.

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PGA Recognition Award for Sandy Lyle

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wo-time Major winner and one of the greatest Scottish golfers of all time, Sandy Lyle, is the 2019 recipient of the PGA Recognition Award for his outstanding contribution to golf.

Shrewsbury-born Lyle picked up the accolade as guest of honour during the PGA’s annual fundraising lunch in Scotland this week.

The 61-year-old follows in the footsteps of some of golf’s greatest names to have been recipients of the award including Seve Ballesteros, Sir Nick Faldo, Colin Montgomerie and current Ryder Cup captain Padraig Harrington.

Lyle turned professional in 1977 and was one of the key players responsible for the resurgence of European Golf in the 1980s.

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He went on to claim no fewer than 18 European Tour titles and won his first Major at the 1985 Open Championship at Royal St George’s Golf Club, becoming the first British player to lift the famous Claret Jug since Tony Jacklin in 1969.

Three years later, Lyle put his name in the history books by becoming the first British player to win The Masters in 1988.

Lyle was instrumental in two European Ryder Cup victories, including Europe’s first win on American soil at Muirfield Village, Ohio, in 1987. In total Lyle played in five Ryder Cups and was a vice-captain to Ian Woosnam when Europe recorded an emphatic victory over the United States at the K Club in Ireland in 2006.

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Sunshine Ladies Tour poised for glorious run in 2020

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he Sunshine Ladies Tour will celebrate its seventh season in early 2020 with a bumper schedule, exciting incentives, including a R100 000 bonus for the 2020 Investec Order of Merit winner and record prize money of nearly R6-million on offer.

co-sanction the Investec South African Women’s Open with the Sunshine Ladies Tour. In addition to the lion’s share of the €200 000 purse, the 2020 champion a Tournament Winner’s Category Exemption on the Ladies European Tour and Sunshine Ladies Tour for the remainder of the 2020 season and the 2021 season, as well as exemption into two of the five Majors in 2020 – the Women’s British Open and the Evian Championship.

“The Sunshine Ladies Tour is a very attractive proposition at the start of the season and we are extremely proud of the tremendous growth the local circuit has enjoyed since we launched in 2014,” “The winner of the Jabra Ladies Classic will also earn exemption for the Jabra Ladies Open, which is the said Sunshine Tour commissioner Selwyn Nathan. final qualifying event for the Evian Championship.

“In addition to increases in prize money and events, These are fantastic incentives for our players to gain the Sunshine Ladies Tour attracted foreign investan advantage on the global stage. We look forward ment and our international participation has tripled to crowing a new Investec Order of Merit champion in the last three years, with over 40 foreign players at the end of what promises to be another exciting competing in South Africa in 2019. and exhilarating season.”

“The local professional circuit is healthy, strong and growing thanks to the continued commitment of Investec and our other key stakeholders and sponsors, including Jabra, Dimension Data, Sun International, SuperSport, Canon, the municipalities of Joburg, Cape Town and Ray Nkonyeni and Serengeti Estates.

“We are excited to offer great playing opportunities for the local and international professionals and a great stage for the rising stars in the amateur ranks to gain experience with eight events, including the co-sanctioned Investec South African Women’s Open in 2020.”

The seventh edition of the Sunshine Ladies Tour will feature seven Investec Order of Merit counting events, plus the new limited field Canon Serengeti Par 3 Challenge.

The 2020 season launches at the end of January with the Cape Town Ladies Open at King David Mowbray GC and returns to the Mother City, where the prestigious Investec South African Women’s Open will fittingly draw the curtain on the seventh season in mid-March.

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2019 SUNSHINE LADIES TOUR SCHEDULE 29 – 31 January. Cape Town Ladies Open, King David Mowbray GC, Prizemoney: R200 000 4 – 6 February. SuperSport Ladies Challenge presented by Sun International. Gary Player CC & Lost City GC at Sun City. Prizemoney: R400 000 14 – 16 February. Dimension Data Ladies Pro-Am, George GC & Outeniqua Course at Fancourt.

Professional Prizemoney: R600 000 / Pro-Am Prizemoney: R100 000 19 – 21 February. South African Women’s Masters.

San Lameer CC. Prizemoney: R200 000 22-23 February. Canon Serengeti Par 3 Challenge. Serengeti Estate Par 3 Course.

Professional Prizemoney: R150 000 / Team Calcutta Prizemoney: minimum R50 000.

26 – 28 February. Joburg Ladies Open. Soweto CC. Prizemoney: R500 000

4 – 6 March. Jabra Ladies Classic. Glendower GC Prizemoney: R600 000 14 – 16 March. Investec South African Women’s Open. Westlake GC. Prizemoney: €200 000

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SPECIAL FEATURE – INSIDE THE 30M RULE

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With so many international teams being selected by GOLF RSA during the year, there is always something to play for on the open amateur and junior circuits. Having narrowly missed out on selection for the Junior Presidents Cup, my next goal was to try and get an invite to the SA OPEN. Sitting

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SPECIAL FEATURE – INSIDE THE 30M RULE 11th on the open amateur rankings, I needed a strong finish to the year. First up was the Silver Salver at Irene Country Club.

A third round 63 helped me to 18 under for the tournament and a four shot victory.

I was off to a good start. A first round 78 in a strong south easterly at Humewood hampered the finish I wanted, but solid 2nd and 3rd rounds helped me to a third place finish in the Eastern Province Open.

Then, as always in November, exams arrived.

Some obstacles I faced was playing the Bobby Locke at Parkview while studying for geography, trying to write maths and science while think-ing about Royal JHB East course 10th and 11th holes, or rushing to finish my English exam so I can get a practice round in at Macaauvlei for the Oppenheimer Trophy. I would love to report that I got 5 distinctions, but instead will tell you I managed two top 5s and a win at the Central Gauteng Open, and yes I passed Grade 10, thankfully.

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It was the finish I was looking for and jumped to 2nd in the rankings. I was rewarded by being given one of the 6 amateur invites by GOLF RSA to the SA Open. Furthermore, I was also select-ed for the Open National team to partake in the Africa Amateur at Leopard Creek in February 2020.

It’s amazing how having achieved my short term goal and getting those selection phone calls, the swing frees up. Playing in The JHB Junior at the tough Randpark Bushwillow course a final round 64 helped me beat a high flying Yurav Premlall. Yurav and I then helped Ekurhuleni win the Junior Inter Provincial in Oubaai for a 3rd time in as many years.

It’s been a long but successful 2019 and am extremely excited for 2020.

SA OPEN HERE I COME!!!

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Living the Dream in Clarens T

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he town of Clarens is situated at the foothills of the Maluti Mountains in the Free State province of South Africa and nicknamed the ‘Jewel of the Eastern Free State’. Clarens was founded in 1912 and named after the town of Clarens in Switzerland, where exiled Paul Kruger spent his last days.

It is viewed as one of South Africa’s finest destinations as it boasts a myriad of wonderful activities for any taste or preference.

The immense beauty that surrounds Clarens is itself worth a visit. It is situated close to the Golden Gate Highlands National Park, near the Lesotho border.

The most notable features of both Clarens and the Park are the golden ochre, and

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orange–hued, deeply eroded sandstone cliffs and outcrops. The tree-filled town offers a wonderful display of colourful blossoms in spring time and in autumn the magnificent autumn shades of the Lombardy and Normandy poplars are a big attraction for artists, photographers and nature lovers alike.

The area is rich with Dinosaur fossils and during winter the surrounding sandstone mountains are often dusted with snow.

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S P E C I A L F E AT U R E – L I V I N G T H E D R E A M I N C L A R E N S

The Clarens Golf & Leisure Estate

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he Clarens Golf & Leisure Estate was designed by Golf Data and built by the Pinnacle Point Group during 2007. It is nestled in a valley in the village of Clarens with spectacular scenery and boasts a country style, Par 72, 18-hole golf course featuring streams, dams, many wild birds as well as a resident

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herd of springbuck and impala.

A large full-length driving range is located adjacent to the Clubhouse as well as a manicured putting green. The Club has a fleet of 30 golf carts for rental to golfers. A fully stocked Pro Shop is located in the Clubhouse.

‘A short yet challenging golf course surrounded by awe inspiring natural beauty, a real hidden gem’.

Due to the hilly terrain of the area the Clarens has a good many elevated tees. The quirkiness of the course, which is just 5 991 metres, is what is most appealing to members and visitors. The Clarens is very much a weekend, holiday and summer golfing venue. Great care has been taken to ensure that each round of golf played will be as memorable, if not more so, than the

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The Clubhouse and Golf Estate have separate entrances and this allows players and visitors to access the course without going through the Estate security process.

Stuart McLean, then editor of Golf Digest magazine, visited the course during mid-July 2018 and had the following to say ‘Clarens has not yet found a place in the Golf Digest Top

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The restaurant is well known for its delicious breakfasts and lunches, with patrons sitting on the patio enjoying the most scenic views of Mount Horeb.

The Clarens Golf & Leisure Estate is dedicated to protecting and preserving this little piece of Eden for both residents and visitors.

The modern Clubhouse at The Clarens has a warm, homely theme. The facilities include a restaurant, bar, lounge and events centre.

The events centre can be booked for conferences, weddings and parties etc.

The restaurant is well known for its delicious breakfasts and lunches, with patrons sitting on the patio enjoying the most scenic views of Mount Horeb. In winter the underfloor-heating and roaring fires make it a warm and cosy choice to enjoy a glass of wine with friends and family.

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Home owners are proud to call the Estate home. There are currently 102 completed houses with 153 vacant stands. Over the last 12 months there has been a marked upswing in building activities. A variety of features located on the estate offer great fun for the whole family to find and enjoy. Some of these features include the pergola folly, the stargazer folly and the windmill peach orchard.

The estate is secured by an electric fence and guards who patrol the estate 24 hours a day.

Our friendly and efficient staff at the estate entrance will ensure a smooth arrival.

Distances: Johannesburg to Clarens Durban to Clarens

- 302 km - 378 km

T: +27 58 256 1270 / 1319 E: info@theclarens.co.za W: www.theclarens.co.za

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larens Brewery is one of the country’s first Brew-Pub, Cidery and Distillery set in the foot-hills of the magnificent Maluti Mountains where our fun-loving team has the thrill of brewing, talking, serving and enjoying great beers, ciders and distillate, all whilst being part of the fantastic craft revolution that is sweeping our country.

Our brewer, Stephan Meyer, is a true beer lover

We brew 8000 litres a month on an 800 litre stainless steel system. We hand craft full-grain ales with the finest malts and hops sourced both locally and internationally with no compromise on quality and have been doing so since 2006.

We have 8 ales in our standard range complimented by various seasonal ales and festival specials. Winter in our neck of the woods can be severe but love it since we brew Trappist style Ales to bolster us through.

Stephan built the majority of the brewery himself from reclaimed vessels from the dairy and chemical industries – a fact that he is very

and was blown away by the variety of beers during a trip to the UK in the early 90’s and could not wait to start brewing his own. Our pure fruit ciders were born of a need to use all the fruits of our apple and cherry orchards and making cider is so much more fun than making jam!

The love of brewing and distilling drives us to innovate and develop new products all the time. Our passion for this fledgling industry motivates us to talk to, educate, challenge and transform the novice or traditional consumer into a craft aficionado and to engage with fellow-brewers to constantly learn, share and brew! proud of. We brew close to 200,000 litres of cider under our Red Stone Cider label each year on a belt press imported from Austria in 2005 with apples, berries and cherries sourced from the local farmers.

We have a range of fruit juices as well; Apple, Cherry & Pineapple. We distil both whiskey and apple brandy in a 1000l column distil affectionately called The Hunkeler. (It’s a long story). And finally (for now) our Red Stone range of fruit liqueurs are all made from local fruit.

We offer free tasters and brewery tours and have a delicious lunch menu focusing on German style sausages, local organic cheeses, local breads, relishes and pickles. And our own cherry or apple juice is free for the little ones.

For us the kicker is seeing the faces of our visitors as they go through the taster panel and finding a favourite. We love explaining the nuances, flavours, styles, techniques and more.

Besides a great love enjoying fine beers we’re on a mission to provide the best quality beers and ciders that we possibly can and to sway a commercial beer or cider drinker into starting the journey of discovery into the delicious world of craft beer and cider.

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It’s important to us to support and grow the industry and we work hard, every day, at building its image, creating a demand and preaching the craft-gospel.

Most of all we love our brewery, our team, our little village and of course, beer!

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JOHN COLLIER 2020

ANNUAL SURVEY ON

South African Golf Courses 2020 THE YEAR OF GOOD GOVERNANCE Welcome to a brand-new golfing year filled with high expectation and genuine promise.

The data from the 2019 John Collier Questionnaires received from golf clubs throughout South Africa has been analysed and these results will be published in the 13th John Collier Annual Survey on South African Golf Courses in early March 2020. During this time all clubs participating in the Survey are ranked on three levels namely GOLD Compliance Level, SILVER Compliance Level and BRONZE Compliance Level and on World Environment Day in June 2020 the TOP CLUB in South Africa will be announced. As an example, congratulations must go to The Clarens Golf Estate who achieved SILVER COMPLIANCE LEVEL for the period 2018/2019.

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This 13th John Collier Annual Survey provides an essential tool for chairmen, management committees and club management of golf courses as well as industry representative bodies and constitutes a benchmark for all golf clubs to measure themselves against latest trends.

The focus for 2020 will be on encouraging GOLFRSA, the Golfing Associations, the Provincial Unions and Clubs throughout South Africa to have a closer look at governance compliance and where necessary make practical changes. Please do not hesitate to contact us at ajcollier@telkomsa.net

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R E S U LT S & R A N K I N G S Sunshine Tour

Korn Ferry tour

Sunshine Tour order of merit as of 29 December 2019

1 Daniel van Tonder RSA 2 Branden Grace RSA 2 Charl Schwartzel RSA 4 Thriston Lawrence RSA 5 Jaco Ahlers RSA 6 MJ Viljoen RSA 7 JC Ritchie RSA 8 Zander Lombard RSA 9 Louis de Jager RSA 10 Garrick Higgo RSA 11 Justin Harding RSA 12 Ockie Strydom RSA 13 George Coetzee RSA 14 Toto Thimba RSA 15 Jacques Blaauw RSA 16 Hennie Otto RSA 17 Keith Horne RSA 18 Christiaan Basson RSA 19 Martin Rohwer RSA 20 Jaco Van Zyl RSA 21 Neil Schietekat RSA 22 Ruan Conradie RSA 23 Daniel Greene RSA 24 Oliver Bekker RSA 25 Rhys Enoch WAL 26 Keenan Davidse RSA 27 Alex Haindl RSA 28 Stephen Ferreira SPA 29 Dylan Naidoo RSA 30 Jean Hugo RSA

14 1 1 15 14 16 12 3 4 12 2 17 3 17 15 15 9 17 17 5 15 17 9 7 4 16 10 15 17 17

R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R

1,637,080.56 1,332,272.40 1,332,272.40 943,297.03 899,470.24 825,268.65 734,176.53 726,278.94 658,040.50 590,123.00 578,518.65 569,578.00 564,055.00 540,791.67 536,965.66 533,865.20 531,985.00 519,577.26 499,132.80 498,663.40 491,891.33 457,848.57 436,882.00 427,196.90 405,478.00 381,528.43 367,809.33 359,675.00 352,237.90 343,547.00

PGA TOUR 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

PGA Tour order of merit as of 5 January 2020

Justin Thomas USA Rory McIlroy NIR Brendon Todd USA Sebastián Muñoz COL Lanto Griffin USA Xander Schauffele USA Joaquin Niemann CHI Hideki Matsuyama JPN Tiger Woods USA Sungjae Im KOR Kevin Na USA Cameron Champ AUS Danny Lee NZL Tyler Duncan USA Byeong Hun An KOR Harris English USA Carlos Ortiz MEX Patrick Cantla USA Adam Hadwin CAN Gary Woodland USA

4 2 9 8 9 3 7 5 1 6 6 6 6 8 7 6 6 3 5 4

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

3,506,910.00 2,310,500.00 2,270,882.00 2,061,969.00 2,028,054.00 1,974,750.00 1,898,888.00 1,832,250.00 1,755,000.00 1,587,691.00 1,582,847.00 1,461,632.00 1,393,669.00 1,350,287.00 1,232,748.00 1,190,860.00 1,188,725.00 1,167,730.00 1,121,446.00 1,119,240.00

Other South Africans 30 Dylan Frittelli RSA 40 Louis Oosthuizen RSA

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Korn Ferry tour regular season order of merit.

(Top 25 received PGA Tour card for 2020 season)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

Scottie Scheffle USA Xinjun Zhang CHI Robby Shelton USA Kristoffer Ventura NOR Harry Higgs USA Ryan Brehm USA Matthew NeSmith USA Lanto Griffin USA Henrik Norlander SWE Mark Hubbard USA Zac Blair USA Rhein Gibson USA Bo Hoag USA Nelson Ledesm ARG Mark Anderson USA Scott Harrington USA Chase Seiffert USA Chris Baker USA Sebastian Cappelen DEN Michael Gligic CAN Rafael Campos PRC Michael Gellerman USA Tom Lewis ENG Fabián Gómez ARG Vincent Whaley ARG

20 22 22 11 22 22 25 21 23 23 24 24 24 23 15 23 21 25 22 22 23 23 1 7 24

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

565,338.00 410,100.00 356,760.00 336,234.00 326,651.00 293,055.00 277,566.00 276,057.00 271,628.00 265,892.00 265,355.00 262,933.00 262,254.00 259,106.00 221,544.00 212,749.00 198,842.00 198,792.00 195,968.00 189,645.00 184,076.00 180,914.00 180,000.00 169,182.00 167,469.00

Korn Ferry Tour Final points (Top 25 received PGA Tour card for 2020 season)

1 Matthew NeSmith USA 2 Tom Lewis ENG1 ENG 3 Brandon Hagy USA 4 Kramer Hickok USA 5 Fabián Gómez ARG 6 Viktor Hovland NOR 7 Brendon Todd USA 8 Beau Hossler USA 9 Ben Taylor USA 10 Anirban Lahiri IND 11 Grayson Murray USA 12 Tyler Duncan USA 13 David Hearn CAN 14 Bronson Burgoon USA 15 Chris Baker USA 16 Robert Streb USA 17 Tom Hoge USA 18 Cameron Percy AUS 19 Hank Lebioda USA 20 Rob Oppenheim USA 21 Cameron Davis AUS 22 Joseph Bramlett USA 23 Doug Ghim USA 24 D.J. Trahan USA 25 Richy Werenski USA Other South Africans 26 Justin Harding RSA

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1,018,500 1,000,000 700,000 660,500 632,500 620,000 504,838 481,667 416,667 357,500 332,778 283,129 283,000 280,500 263,000 257,429 247,000 242,667 202,667 196,167 192,600 189,111 188,111 186,000 186,000

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DATE EVENT VENUE JANUARY 2020 6 - 9 16 - 19 23 - 26 30 Jan - 2 Feb FEBRUARY 2020 6 - 9 13 - 16 20 - 23 25 - 28 25 - 28 25 - 29 MARCH 2020 2 - 5 2 - 5

SA Open Championship PGA Championship Team Championship Limpopo Championship

Randpark GC Eye of Africa Golf Estate Dainfern CC Euphoria G & LE

RAM Cape Town Open Dimension Data Pro-Am Tour Championship Sunshine Tour Qualifying School Stage 1 Sunshine Tour Qualifying School Stage 1 Vusi Ngubeni Tournament

Royal Cape GC Fancourt Serengeti Estates State Mines CC Irene CC Observatory GC

Sunshine Tour Qualifying School Final Vusi Ngubeni Tournament

Houghton GC

Amateur events - Men DATE EVENT VENUE

JANUARY 2020 6 - 7 6 - 8 9 - 10 11 12 17 - 19 18 - 19 24 - 26 FEBRUARY 2020 1 - 2 3 - 6 8 - 9 9 10 - 13 16 - 17 18 - 21 20 - 21 23 - 24

Nomads Coastal Nomads SA U15 Championship Nomads Inland Free State Senior Open Central Gauteng Mid-Amateur Open Free State Open Gauteng North Senior Open Gauteng North Open

Mount Edgecombe CC Mbombela GC Benoni CC Parys GC Bryanston CC Heron Banks GC Waterkloof GC Centurion CC

Central Gauteng Senior Open African Amateur Stroke Play Championship Senior Players Championship Ekurhuleni Mid-Amateur Open South African Stroke Play Championship SA Amateur Championship Qualifying SA Amateur Championship WP Senior Open Boland Senior Open

Wanderers GC Leopard Creek Kingswood GE Ebotse GC Randpark GC Royal Jhb And Kensington GC Royal Jhb And Kensington GC Rondebosch GC Hermanus GC

CONTAC T DETAILS Boland Golf Union Border Golf Union Central Gauteng Golf Union Eastern Gauteng Golf Union

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Freestate and Northern Cape Golf Union Gauteng North Golf Union Karoo Golf Union Sunshine Tour

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JAN, FEB & MARCH 2020 Amateur events - Men (continued)

DATE EVENT VENUE

FEBRUARY 2020 24 - 26 MARCH 2020 1 3 - 5 5 - 6 7 - 8 8 - 9 13 - 15 19 - 20 20 - 22 22 - 23 23 - 25 26 - 27 29 - 31

Cape Province Open

Kingswood GE

Gauteng North Mid-Amateur Open South African Juniors International KZN Senior Classic Border Mid-Amateur Open KZN Senior Open North West Open Cape Winelands Senior Amateur Northern Cape Open WP Senior Masters Nomads Gowrie Farm U15 Challenge Nomads SA Boys U19 Championship Northern Amateur Open Qualifying CC

Pretoria CC Rondebosch GC Durban CC East London GC Umhlali CC Rustenburg GC Paarl GC Sishen GC Durbanville GC Gowrie Farm GC Modderfontein GC Johannesburg

Amateur events - Women DATE EVENT VENUE

JANUARY 2020 6 - 8 Nomads SA U15 Championship Mbombela GC FEBRUARY 2020 1 - 2 Border & Eastern Province Championships East London GC 9 Gauteng North Women’s Mid-Amateur & Wingate Park CC Senior Champioship 9 Gauteng North Junior Girls Championship Wingate Park CC 16 - 18 AON SA Women’s Stroke Play Championship Royal Jhb And Kensington GC 19 - 21 AON SA Women’s Amateur Matchplay Championship Royal Jhb And Kensington GC 20 - 22 SA Women’s Masters TBA 29 Feb - 1 Mar North West Women’s Open Championship Pecanwood G & CC MARCH 2020 3 - 5 South African Juniors International Rondebosch GC 8 - 10 KZN Championship Durban CC 11 - 14 Investec Women’s Open Westlake GC 16 - 17 Nomads SA Girl’s Rose Bowl Stroke Play Championship Kloof CC 22 - 28 All Africa Junior Golf Challenge Egypt 23 WP Women’s Amateur Championship Steenberg GC 24 - 25 WP Women’s Amateur Matchplay Championship Steenberg GC 29 Mar - 3 Apr All Africa Challenge Trophy Namibia

CONTAC T DETAILS KZN Golf Union Mpumalanga Golf Union Limpopo Golf Union North-West Province Golf Union

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(031) 202 7636 (013) 692 3002 (015) 295 4118 (044) 533 3507

Southern Cape Golf Union Eastern Cape Golf Union Western Province Golf Union Sunshine Tour (Joanne)

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R E S U LT S & R A N K I N G S European Seniors Tour final order of merit for 2019

CHAMPIoNS TOUR European Tour Race to Dubai standings as of 29 December ‘19

1 2 3 4 5 6 T7

Pablo Larrazábal SPA Rasmus Hojgaard DEN Adam Scott AUS Joel Sjöholm SWE Renato Paratore ITA Antoine Rozner FRA Charl Schwartzel RSA Branden Grace RSA Wil Besseling NED 10 Johannes Veerman USA 11 Louis De Jager RSA 12 Grant Forrest SCO T13 Wade Ormsby AUS Min Woo Lee AUS 15 Connor Syme SCO 16 Zander Lombard RSA T17 Benjamin Hebert FRA Thomas Detry BEL 19 Calum Hill SCO 20 Justin Harding RSA Other South Africans 23 George Coetzee RSA 25 Bryce Easton RSA 32 Richard Sterne RSA 36 Brandon Stone RSA 37 Thriston Lawrence RSA 44 Haydn Porteous RSA 46 Wilco Nienaber RSA T51 Garrick Higgo RSA Christiaan Bezuidenhout RSA 54 Thomas Aiken RSA 65 JC Ritchie RSA 77 Justin Walters RSA 83 Trevor Fisher Jnr RSA 97 Darren Fichardt RSA

1 2 1 2 2 2 1 1 1 3 3 2 2 1 2 2 1 1 3 2

460.000 347.900 335.000 323.600 206.500 193.000 141.600 141.600 141.600 124.100 91.300 88.600 87.800 87.800 87.600 85.400 78.500 78.500 73.800 66.800

2 3 1 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

48.900 46.100 38.700 38.700 38.200 28.700 26.400 22.500 22.500 22.000 18.700 15.600 11.400 5.800

EUROPEAN TOUR European Challenge Tour final rankings of 2019

1 LAPORTA, Francesco ITA 2 HILL, Calum SCO 3 BLAND, Richard ENG 4 HEISELE, Sebastian GER 5 MERONK, Adrian POL 6 SENIOR, Jack ENG 7 ROUSSEL, Robin FRA 8 ROZNER, Antoine FRA 9 JORDAN, Matthew ENG 10 SANTOS, Ricardo POR 11 SHARVIN, Cormac NIR 12 FARR, Oliver WAL 13 VAN DRIEL, Darius NED 14 SYME, Connor SCO 15 GARCIA RODRIGUEZ, Sebastian SPA 16 SCIOT-SIEGRIST, Robin FRA 17 STOW, Ben ENG 18 ESSELING, Will NED 19 VAN MEIJEL, Lars NED 20 LIMA, José-Filipe POR Other South Africans 22 EASTON, Bryce RSA

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210,132.40 146,834.40 142,402.20 130,405.90 128,907.70 124,601.50 122,807.40 120,533.10 119,157.30 107,524.30 103,087.80 92,694.500 91,861.60 89,797.00 86,672.50 85,303.00 76,999.40 76,933.60 76,495.50 74,790.00

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EUROPEAN CHALLENGE & SENIORS TOUR Champions Tour final order of merit for 2019

1 Scott McCarron USA 2 Jerry Kelly USA 3 Retief Goosen RSA 4 Bernhard Langer GER 5 Woody Austin USA 6 Kirk Triplett USA 7 David Toms USA 8 Steve Stricker USA 9 Scott Parel USA 10 Colin Montgomerie SCO Other South Africans 47 David Frost RSA

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$ 2,534,090.00 $ 2,382,675.00 $ 1,859,08.00 $ 1,831,622.00 $ 1,733,517.00 $ 1,608,298.00 $ 1,538,262.00 $ 1,534,327.00 $ 1,522,956.00 $ 1,512,565.00

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$ 427,004.00

1 PRICE, Phillip ENG 2 KINGSTON, James RSA 3 SHACKLADY, David ENG 4 REMESY, Jean-François FRA 5 FOWLER, Peter AUS 6 LANE, Barry ENG 7 COCERES, José ARG 8 BAKER, Peter ENG 9 DENNIS, Clark USA 10 BRIER, Markus AUT Other South Africans 17 WILLIAMS, Chris RSA

17 17 18 18 18 15 14 15 16 17

2,887.8 2,526.2 2,196.4 2,136.8 2,131.5 2,123.7 2,091.2 1,661.3 1,654.8 1,557.9

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LPGA TOUR LPGA Tour final order of merit for 2019

1 Jin Young Ko KOR 2 Sei Young Kim KOR 3 Jeongeun Lee KOR 4 Brooke M. Henderson CAN 5 Nelly Korda USA 6 Lexi Thompson USA 7 Sung Hyun Park KOR 8 Minjee Lee AUS 9 Danielle Kang USA 10 Hyo Joo Kim KOR Other South Africans 51 Ashleigh Buhai RSA 136 Lee-Anne Pace RSA

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$ 2,773,894.00 $ 2,753,099.00 $ 2,052,103.00 $ 1,696,017.00 $ 1,665,546.00 $ 1,537,292.00 $ 1,529,905.00 $ 1,522,607.00 $ 1,511,443.00 $ 1,290,734.00

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LADIES EUROPEAN TOUR Ladies European Tour Order of merit as of 3 Nov 2019

1 Carlota Ciganda ESP 2 Ashleigh Buhai RSA 3 Esther Henseleit GER 4 Celine Boutier FRA 5 Marianne Skarpnord NOR 6 Caroline Hedwall SWE 7 Anne Van Dam NED 8 Nuria Iturrioz ESP 9 Olivia Cowan GER 10 Christine Wolf AUT Other South Africans 51 Stacy Lee Bregma RSA 80 Lee-Anne Pace RSA 86 Lejan Lewthwaite RSA

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€ 247,668.81 € 209,777.47 € 208,659.94 € 201,660.18 € 174,455.89 € 163,656.40 € 144,345.25 € 139,733.52 € 139,227.75 € 138,156.70

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37,418.41 20,027.26 17,243.87

World Golf rankings as of 3 November 2019

1 Brooks Koepka USA 2 Rory McIlroy NIR 3 Jon Rahm ESP 4 Justin Thomas USA 5 Dustin Johnson USA 6 Patrick Cantlay USA 7 Tiger Woods USA 8 Xander Schauffele USA 9 Justin Rose ENG 10 Tommy Fleetwood ENG Other South Africans 20 Louis Oosthuizen RSA 48 Erik van Rooyen RSA 59 Shaun Norris RSA 72 Justin Harding RSA 89 Christiaan Bezuidenhout RSA 102 Dylan Frittelli RSA 128 Scott Vincent ZIM 129 Branden Grace RSA 167 Richard Sterne RSA 177 JC Ritchie RSA 188 George Coetzee RSA 191 Zander Lombard RSA 194 Brandon Stone RSA

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ormer Ryder Cup Captain Paul McGinley and 12-time European Tour winner Ian Poulter led the tributes to the legendary European Tour caddie Ian James Rae, better known as Edinburgh Jimmy, who died on Thursday January 2, aged 64.

Rae was a popular character on the European Tour for more than two decades, having caddied for much of McGinley’s career. He also carried the bag for Poulter, Mark Roe and Robert Lee, among many others.

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Poulter spoke of his admiration of Rae extensively in his book ‘No Limits’, writing: “You have to like your caddie, and I liked Jimmy. He was on the bag for my first three years on the European Tour and he is probably the most generous, kind-hearted person I have ever met. He’d give you his last ten pounds. That’s why people love him.”

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SPECIAL FEATURE - CELEBRIT Y GOLFER PROFILE

Aiden Markram

Proteas Cricket Player

1. Where were you born and what schools did you attend?

In Centurion and I went to Cornwall Hill College and Pretoria Boys High School.

2. Did you come from a sporting background?

I would say so, both my parents played sports as well as all my uncles.

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What other sports did you play at school?

Mainly rugby and a bit of golf .

4. You went to school with Brandon Stone (European Tour golfer), do you still see each other?

We see each other often yes, whenever there’s a gap in both our calenders we’ll definitely make plans to catch up.

7. Your international career started at a early age, was it hard for you to adapt to the higher level?

At first it was definitely a big jump up, but with the experienced heads around they made it as easy as possible for me to settle in and find my feet.

8. What has been your biggest achievement so far?

Would definitely be the summer in South Africa where we beat India and Australia in both test series.

9. Being captain ads a lot of extra responsibilities and pressures, how do you cope with these?

There is definitely extra pressure and responsibility but in the moment it actually 5. When did you realise that cricket was the gets me really motivated to try do well and sport you want to take further? try lead from the front for the team.

Pretty much as far back as I can remember, 10.

You played county cricket for Hampshire I always loved all sports but cricket always this season, will you return for another seemed to be the one that I really wanted season next year, otherwise what are to try do well in. your plans?

6. Who has been the most influential I’d love to go back for sure. I really enjoyed person in your cricket career? my time there and the county and their There’s been a few, naturally my family has players were awesome to be around. played a huge role and from a cricket 11.

Exciting times ahead for South African perspective coaches such as Ray Jennings, cricket with a lot of former players getting Pierre De Bruyn, Mark Charlton and Mark involved, what are your thoughts on this?

Boucher have helped me loads so far.

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SPECIAL FEATURE - CELEBRIT Y GOLFER PROFILE I think it’s great, at this time we need experience to turn the ship around and who better to have than Graeme Smith and Mark Boucher to do so.

12. What are your other interests besides cricket?

I really enjoy heading into the bush whenever we get a gap, it’s a place I feel I can really unwind and relax with friends and family.

13. What advice would you give to youngsters today as far as sport is concerned?

It’s hard to say as I’m still trying to figure out things myself, but I’ve always been a big believer in preparing under tougher circumstances than what the game/series will be so that the game/series doesn’t feel so difficult.

GETTING O N T O GOLF • When did you start playing golf?

I think roughly around the age of 10.

• What is your current handicap?

I’m around a 10 but it should definitely be a lot higher.

• Are you a member of a golf club?

Yes I’m a member at Centurion country Club, I grew up on the Estate and love playing golf there.

• Which is your favourite golf course and why?

The best course I’ve played so far must be St Francis, it’s really challenging but an awesome experience.

• Have you had any embarrassing moments whilst playing golf?

Quite a few of my shots have been a real embarrassment.

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• What is your favourite club in the bag?

I’d say my gap wedge, worst club is definitely my putter.

• When you play, do you walk or take a cart?

We’ll mostly take a cart, but I don’t mind walking either.

• If you could pick a golf swing, who’s would it be?

Adam Scott.

• Have you ever had a hole-in-one?

I’ve never had one no.

• What would be your ideal fourball?

My Dad, Tiger Woods, Sachin Tendulkar.

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The Graham Wylie Foundation

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he 60 year old, founder of accounts software company Sage, launched the Graham Wylie Foundation in 2016 with the aim of benefitting underprivileged and vulnerable youngsters in the north east region

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of England. The Graham Wylie Foundation was the Official Charity of the British Masters when the tournament was first played at Close House, on the outskirts of Newcastle upon Tyne, in 2017. More than 70,000 spectators attended the event, helping to raise £472,552 for the Foundation, which donates 100 per cent of its fundraising revenues to projects working to help, inspire and educate children, with Sir Graham Wylie covering all the running costs of the charity.Wylie, who was recognised in the UK’s New Year’s honours list, was instrumental in the Betfred British Masters returning to Close House from July 30 – August 2, when former World Number One and Ryder Cup legend Lee Westwood, Close House’s Touring Professional, will become the first player to host the tournament on two occasions.

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Hat-trick heroes Ekurhuleni!

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kurhuleni rose to the occasion on the final day to close out a hat-trick of titles at Oubaai Golf, Hotel and Spa, while KZN could finally celebrate winning the promotion battle in the South African Under-19 Inter-Provincial Tournament in December.

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A-SECTION Two-time defending champions Ekurhuleni laid down a marker and surged to the top of the log with a strong start against North West (9.5 – 2.5) and Central Gauteng (8 – 4) on day one.

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A M AT E U R N E W S Province ended in a draw on day two, the Roses rallied on keep their title defence on track with a decisive win against Gauteng North (8 – 4).

The fight was far from over, though.

Jack Turton guided Ekurhuleni to the winner’s circle in East London in 2017 and again at Benoni Country Club last year. With Southern Cape, Central Gauteng and Western Province just 2 points back and still in with a shout, he had one message for his charges.

“Uncle Jack told us we had to beat Southern Cape and it would be tough because the guys would have the local support. We knew Central Gauteng and Western Province would come out guns blazing, so we had to keep fighting for that win,” said young skipper Warwick Purchase.

Central Gauteng had a clean sweep in their Foursomes against Gauteng North and Western Province led North West 2.5 – 1.5, but Ekurhuleni had the edge on Southern Cape, too.

“We led them 2.5 – 1.5 and I told them to fight for every point in the Singles and to keep on fighting until our last putt dropped,” Turton said.

“I am incredibly proud of this team. Their determination and their will to succeed was amazing and I especially loved their team spirit and the way they supported each other, right up to the very end.”

The four rookies led the challenge in the Singles. Christopher Bagnall at number 8 defeated Jay Nathwani 3 & 2 and Carel Tromp at number 6 ousted Ivan Verster 4 & 2 to take the team to 4.5 points.

“Giaconi Middel (1 & 3) and Grant Ferreira (1 & 2) had narrow losses, and it was down to our veterans to get the job done. And they really dig their heels in to get us the win,” said Turton.

“Yurav (Premlall) at number 2 was always up in his game, but the others were all down. Mujahid Jacobs put up a massive fight, but Yurav closed out a 2-up win to take us to 5.5 points. Then Warwick won the 15th hole and won it for us with a 2 & 1 result against Barend Botha.”

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The rest of team cheered on Ryan van Velzen, who downed James Murray 2 & 1, and number 1 Casey Jarvis, who defeated Southern Cape number 1 Damian Osner 1-up to seal an 8.5 – 3.5 victory for Ekurhuleni.

Technical adviser and assistant manager Rob van Velzen said the team’s preparation for the premier junior team event was key to their success.

“We had some Foursomes practise sessions before we came down to Oubaai and we also worked on ball striking with our rookies,” he said. “Coming from the highveld, the boys are used to hitting the ball very high, and since we knew we would be facing the wind at the coast, we taught the boys some finesse in keeping the ball lower and controlling the spin of the ball.

“As expected, the veterans on the team were brilliant, but hats off to the rookies, who did a fantastic job for us in the windy conditions, especially over the first three days.”

“Uncle Jack put the belief in us that we could win it,” he said. “Just like he did when we were rookies in East London and last year. And he created a great team environment. We fought hard, but we had a lot of fun.

“Uncle Jack and Uncle Rob give us that space.

We made lifelong friendships in our Junior IPTs over the years that we will carry through our lives. I’m super, super proud of the team, especially in the way that we hung tough in the final round to finish the week unbeaten.

Winning IPTs is a team effort, and every guy on our team put his hand up this week.”

Van Velzen also secured the top spot in the Most Valuable Player standings for the week, banking the full 12 points on offer.

Central Gauteng’s Nikhil Rama was second on 11 points, and Ekurhuleni captain Purchase took third on 10.5 points. Jarvis was fourth on 10 points, while Kian Rose, Sam Mackenzie and Amilkar Bhana from the Lions shared fifth on 9.5 points with Jordan Wessels from North West.

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KZN celebrate at Oubaai Qhamani Tande from Border and Eastern Province’s Malan Potgieter. Luke Cubitt finish on his own in seventh on 9.5, Nathan Trodd shared eighth on 9 points and Cade Cryer tied for 12th on 8.5 points. Astin Arthur also finished in the top 20, sharing 17th spot on 7.5 points.

B-SECTION Twelve months after their surprise relegation at Benoni CC, former hat-trick winners KZN reclaimed their place in the A-Section with a dominant performance in the Southern Cape.

The side mowed down Mpumalanga (11 – 1) and Limpopo (11.5 – 0.5) on day one, routed Free State (11 – 1) and Northern Cape (11 – 1) on the second day and knocked out Border (8.5 – 3.5) on day three to win the promotion battle.

“We came into the final round after a fourth round bye and knowing we already won the B-Section and it a little tough to motivate the guys, but they went out there determined to try their best,” said delighted manager Joseph Kunene.

We surrendered just 7 points in our first five matches and that’s what counts.

“It was a delight to watch the way this team gelled and fought for each other. They are a great bunch of guys who never took their eye off the prize and I am really proud of their achievement. We are back in the A-Section where we belong and that’s all that matters.”

The Most Valuable Player’s list spoke volumes of KwaZulu-Natal’s fantastic effort at Oubaai.

Jack Cubitt topped the standings with a clean sweep of 12 points. Mitchel Hampson was second, having surrendered just half a point.

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“Having learned our golf at the coast, we could really use our skills and shape our shots into the wind, especially over the first three days and that was a huge advantage over the rest of the players,” said Kistensamy.

“We got our Foursomes pairings spot on and won almost every game, which also gave us a huge advantage heading into the Singles.

I’m so proud of the team and it’s great that we can all share in this victory. We prepared really hard for this and it’s an awesome feeling to pull it off.”

A-SECTION FINAL LOG

(Pos-Union-Played-Won-Drawn-Lost-PointsMatches won) 1 Ekurhuleni (6, 5, 1, 0, 11, 48.5) 2 Central Gauteng (6, 4, 1, 1, 9, 50) 3 Southern Cape (6, 3, 1, 2, 7, 40.5) 4 Western Province (6, 3, 1, 2, 7, 37.5) 5 North West (6, 3, 0, 3, 6, 33.5) 6 Gauteng North (6, 1, 0, 5, 2, 26) 7 Boland (6, 0, 0, 6, 0, 16)

B-SECTION FINAL LOG

(Pos-Union-Played-Won-Drawn-Lost-PointsMatches won) 1 KwaZulu-Natal (6, 5, 0, 1, 10, 57.5) 2 Border (6, 5, 0, 1, 10, 43.5) 3 Eastern Province (6, 4, 0, 2, 8, 47.5) 4 Mpumalanga (6, 3, 0, 3, 6, 34.5) 5 Free State (6, 3, 0, 3, 6, 33) 6 Limpopo (6, 0, 1, 5, 1, 21.5) 7 Northern Cape (6, 0, 1, 5, 1, 14.5)

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Five things to know: South African Open 1 - Historic national Open. The South African Open, which was first played in 1893, is the second oldest national Open in all of golf — only The Open Championship pre-dates it.

2 - Home heroes. Since it became a European Tour event there have been 23 editions of the South African Open. The tournament has been won by South Africans an astounding 13 times during that period. Major Champions Louis Oosthuizen, Ernie Els, Trevor Immelman and Retief Goosen have all claimed the title at least once, while home stars Tim Clark, Brandon Stone, James Kingston, Richard Sterne and David Frost have also lifted the trophy in the tournament co-sanctioned with the Sunshine Tour. For almost a decade, South African players kept the crown on home-soil, winning eight consecutive editions of the tournament between 2002 and 2008.

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in the field, Kingston, is also the proud owner of a rare double in South African golf. Having won the South African Open in 2007, the 53-year-old recently collected the Senior SA Open title in style.

4 - Defending Champion. Home star Oosthuizen returns to the South African Open to defend his title, which kick-started a strong campaign in 2019 where he collected a pair of top fives in World Golf Championships events, plus four additional top fives, all of which moved him back into the top 20 of the Official World Golf Ranking.

5 - Open Qualifying. The South African Open is once again part of the Open Qualifying Series, which takes place over 16 events in 11 countries and across five continents. The leading three players in the top ten, who are not already exempt, will earn their place in the field for the 149th Open Championship at Royal St George’s GC.

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SA Open trophy’s origins not clear

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here is a record in a newspaper advertisement in 1909 which refers to the ‘Open Championship Floating Trophy’, which was to be held by the amateur or professional with the lowest score in the SA Open. But there is no indication, either then or since, in the SA Golf Association records regarding how or when the trophy was first acquired or by whom it was presented. It is referred to in all instances as the ‘Open Championship Cup’ or ‘Trophy’.

The South African Open was inaugurated in 1903 after a series of exhibition matches had been played in the decade prior to it.

It is the second-oldest national open golf championship in the world, with the Open

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Championship being the oldest. It is also the second-oldest sporting competition in South Africa after rugby’s Currie Cup, which was first played for in 1893.

The tournament was a 36-hole event until 1908 when it became 72 holes. However, for the next 60 years, it was a three-day event as 36 holes were played on the final day. It was only at the 1969 event at Durban Country Club that it became a four-day event – the format it still maintains today.

South Africa’s national open has a long and prestigious history, and getting one’s name on such a trophy is a proud achievement for any golfer, regardless of nationality.

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Plant growth regulators are a great tool particularly during the wet season!

By: Sue de Zwart

The new Bermuda grass fairways at Leopard Creek in fantastic condition with 1 litres/ha every 21 days Kikuyu fairways peak at higher rates of 1,5-2 litres per ha every 28 days

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was fortunate enough to work in the Primo Maxx trials with consultant Mark Mahady back in 1996. I then introduced a wall to wall Primo programme at Leopard Creek in 1997. This was a game changer on the kikuyu quality. The immediate reduction in clippings - 50 % less after the first application. On greens this means you able able to maintain a more consistent greens speed throughout the day. We used to lose one foot of time by lunch time without primo.

The semi rough we reduced mowing from twice a week to weekly. The only down side is the ball sits up too well in the semi - the European Tour were amazed when the ball sat up at 75mm height of cut so we had to drop rates below 1 litre/ha. The semi rough rates are typically half that of fairways.

On fairways we were able to reduce mowing from 7 days per week to 4 days per week.

Not only were we saving time and money but producing darker green, tighter fairways which far improved ball lie, colour and plant health as the nutrients are now concentrated in a smaller area.

It is a useful tool which can be used at home or on any sports surface to make you look like a phenomenal turf manager! As you can hear I am passionate about a phenomenal product which truly has stood the test of time and is widely used by turf managers around the globe!

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Turning back the clock

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He was born on May 3rd 1948 and is a former English professional golfer and golf broadcaster.

After turning professional he played in his first professional tournament in South Africa in January 1969. He played regularly in South Africa from the 1968/69 season until the 1973/74 season.

He played on six consecutive Ryder Cup teams for Great Britain and Ireland, and later Europe, from 1971 to 1981.

He played on the European circuit from 1969 to 1974, winning 10 tournaments and taking the Harry Vardon Trophy for heading the Order of Merit for four consecutive seasons from 1971 to 1974. From 1975 he played on the PGA Tour, winning the Canadian Open in 1981.

He went into broadcasting and called the action at Augusta National’s 17th hole for 18 consecutive years from 1997 through 2014.

In May 2015, he announced that he was battling early-onset Alzheimer’s Disease.

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Waterkloof GC (012) 460-2542 Wingate CC (012) 997-1298 (012) 542-1309 Woodhill CC (012) 998-0011 (011) 970-7000 Zwartkops CC (012) 654-2111 (011) 849-5211 (013) 932-3940 Driving Ranges (011) 706-1361 Colbyn D/R (012) 342-3882 (011) 472-8060 Grasslands D/R (082) 777-8912 (012) 668-8900 Greenhills D/R (011) 828-9555 (011) 875-0400 Jim and Jerrys’ D/R (011) 662-1603 (011) 801-6611 (012) 997-2240 (087)2853555/7 Kimiad D/R & Mashie Course (011) 826-2466 (011) 487-3898 (071) 401 3127 Observatory D/R (012) 661-0533 (011) 827-7818 Panorama D/R (073) 109-4239 (011) 453-1013 Sandy Bunker D/R (012) 809-0430 (011) 432-3150 Six Fountains D/R (082) 371 7323 (012) 546-1764 Verwey D/R (011) 717-9416 (012) 667-1081 Wits D/R (011) 251-6721 Zwartkops D/R (012) 654-4830 (011) 202-1620 (011) 970-1075 Golf Shops (011) 442-3880 Second Chance (011) 440-0558 (011) 660-4365 The Golfers Club (011) 453-6352 (010) 594-0034 Edenvale (011) 466-2888 The Golfers Club (011) 465-9985 (016) 422-1263 Fourways (016) 362-0809 The Golfers Club (011) 475-7519 (011) 608-2033 West Rand (011) 648-9574 The Pro Shop (011) 602-8888 (011) 646-5400 Woodmead (012) 808-0883 (011) 362-6757 FREESTATE (012) 460-3372 (012) 386-6836 Golf Clubs (011) 215-8600 Bethlehem GC (058) 303-0940 (011) 693-5414 Bloemfontein GC (051) 447-0906 (058) 256-1270 (011) 907-8906 Clarens GE (051) 943-1933 (016) 430-1380 Clocolan GC (051) 933-3711 (011) 640-3021 Ficksburg GC Heron Banks Golf Estate (078) 052-4083 (053) 841-0179 (011) 740-0016 Kimberly GC Kroonstad GC (056) 212-5169 (012) 651-4411 Ladybrand GC (051) 924-3146 (012) 809-2110 Oppenheimer Park (057) 353-2131 (011) 943-4448 Parys GE (056) 818-1567 (011) 362-5031 Schoeman Park GC (051) 408-3811 (011) 740-9962 Tempe GC (051) 402-1489 (011) 447-3311 Vaal de Grace (056) 811-2013

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MPUMAL ANGA Golf Clubs Barberton CC Belfast GC Bethal GC Delmas GC Drakenzicht Mountain Links Graceland GC Kinross GC Komatipoort GC Kriel GC Kruger Park Lodge Leopard Creek GC Lydenburg GC Nelspruit GC Middelburg CC Morgenzon GC Sabie Country Club Sabi River Sun GC Standerton GC Tweefontein GC Walker Park GC Whiteriver GC Witbank CC

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