SA Golf Trader - November/December 2015

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Vol. 72 • nov / dec 2015 • www.sagolftrader.co.za

Special Features:

Swaziland – driving tourism through golf!

Uit die joggie se bek Celebrity golfer profile – Jean Deysel Tourism in Turkey

Regulars:

AFFORDABLE GOLF, TUITION & INSTRUCTION, EVENTS CALENDAR, KIDS STUFF, GREENKEEPING AND SO MUCH MORE… Cover photo: Royal Swazi Country Club

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CONTENTS PAGE

On the Cover:

We had the privilege of being invited to Swaziland to cover this year’s Kings Cup Golf Tournament at the Royal Swazi Country Club. Swaziland is driving tourism through golf and this tournament goes a long way in helping to achieve that goal. We have a one-on-one with Springbok and Sharks loose forward Jean Deysel and look at why so many golfers are talking Turkey!

Swaziland – driving tourism through golf!

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Uit die joggie se bek

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Celebrity golfer profile – Jean Deysel

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Tourism in Turkey

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HEALTH & LIFESTYLE Letter to the Editor

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News from the PGA

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Golfing Gals Trivia quiz

TUITION & INSTRUCTION

Neville

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Louis

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Know your rules

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Success in training

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AMATEUR NEWS

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AFFORDABLE GOLF

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RESULTS & RANKINGS

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EVENTS CALENDAR

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KIDS STUFF

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GREENKEEPING

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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

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Classifieds

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SA Golf Trader directory

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Laugh out loud

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HEALTH & LIFEST YLE

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.

WINNING LETTER Dear Neville Thanks for a lovely magazine, your eye care article in the Sep/Oct edition was most informative and Paul Cuningham’s putting tips were very useful.

I was though wondering if there is any way that you could get the television broadcasters, SuperSport, the PGA etc. to focus more attention on getting the public to repair pitch marks on greens.

I see many players conscientiously repairing their own pitch marks, so why can’t the average player do the same?

However it’s easy to find five or ten unrepaired pitch marks on most greens on most golf courses today. The only way to change people’s behaviour is to show the public what their role models do and thus give them an example they will want to follow.

Perhaps the broadcasters could have a demonstration during one their breaks where a professional the public admires can be seen fixing his or her pitch marks and reminding everyone

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that this is a basic courtesy to other players and also critical to maintaining the condition of the course.

Regards Lance Price

Dear Lance This is a very good suggestion, we have ourselves in the past had articles on repairing pitch marks etc. and it would be good to see more of this type of thing on TV. I have seen some of this on our local golf programmes but for sure this is something that needs to get more coverage as a lot of golf courses around the country suffer as a result of pitch marks that have not been repaired properly.

I am glad that you enjoy the magazine.

Regards

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HEALTH & LIFEST YLE

PGA NEWS PGA OF SA TEES OFF NEW PROGRAMME

PGA of SA tees off new programme to drive revenue at golf clubs

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Golf clubs worldwide are looking at ways to meet the demands of the difficult economic climate, and the PGA of South Africa has devised a strategy to help local clubs create more value for their members and attract new ones.

Over the next 12 to 24 months, the PGA of South Africa will implement its new “Valuing the PGA Professional” programme at golf facilities around South Africa.

The programme - which has the full support of the Club Manager Association of South Africa (CMASA) and Golf RSA - is aimed at increasing rounds of golf, membership numbers and revenue at golf facilities; and developing golfers along their pathway in the game.

According to Ivano Ficalbi, the Chief Executive of the PGA of South Africa, the programme is based on the success of similar programmes implemented by the PGA of America and the PGA of Great Britain & Ireland.

“The PGA of South Africa firmly believes that the golf industry needs to focus on implementing positive strategies to bring new golfers to the game, past golfers back to the game and to encourage current golfers to play more golf,” says Ficalbi.

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“The development of golfers along the golfing pathway from beginner to recreational to engaged and hopefully committed requires focused attention, and the PGA professional is the key component in this player development strategy.”

The programme will initially focus on the PGA professionals, but has been structured to incorporate club managers and club volunteers in the second phase.

“Ultimately, the programme will provide the golf facility with an improved understanding of how the PGA professional is integral in the revenue generation at the golf facility through the professional’s engagement with the golfer and member,” says Ficalbi.

The main focus of the programme is to improve communication and joint strategies between the PGA professional and the golf facility for the mutual benefit of both.

The PGA of South Africa has also partnered with the PeforMAX group to increase accountability and incorporate a review of the golf facility by its members in order to create a benchmark within the golf industry to drive best practice and growth.

“We are really excited about this new strategy and its ability to get all the relevant role players working together to help drive growth and revenue at our golf clubs,” says Ficalbi.

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The latest one took place end of October in Park City, Utah, and was done to relieve discomfort, Woods said on his website last month.

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Woods’ timetable for a return remains unclear. He said after the September surgery that he had hoped to return to the PGA TOUR sometime in early 2016.

“Tiger is doing well, and we expect him to make a full recovery,” Rich said onTigerWoods.com.

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“The last one, it took me awhile to get back,” he said last month “Some players on Tour have done the same procedure, and to be back pain-free it took them over a year.”

Woods’ agent said there were no further updates and wouldn’t elaborate on the nature of the procedure.

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HEALTH & LIFEST YLE

GOLFING

GALS

Vote for your favourite Golfing Gal and she can win a host of exciting prizes. If you would like to see Jeshika win then Email: SAGT NOV/DEC to info@sagt.co.za. Terms and Conditions apply.

1. Name: Jeshika Ramsunder (39 years old) 2. What is your handicap?

A well earned 24.

3. When did you start playing Golf?

About 5 years ago. I wish someone had taught me the game earlier in my life. I could have turned pro by now.

4. Who got you into playing Golf?

My business partner and very dear friend Mathew Pravda.

5. Who is your favourite women’s and mens golfer?

Lydia Ko 18 years old...Wow, how was that round of 63 she hit..the lowest round in the history of womans golf major. Favourite man golfer has got to be Rory Mcllroy.

Love him.

6. Where are you currently a member at?

Formally handicapped with Royal Durban Golf Club and sharing with Playmore Golf.

7. Which is your favourite golf course in South Africa?

Pinnacle Point. Wow breathtaking!!!

8. What has been your most embarrassing moment on the golf course?

I was not offically playing golf but used to hack around with friends from time to time. Simbithi Golf Course...

I dressed up like a tennis player...lol, I was so clueless about the dress code. It still comes up in conversation sometimes and leaves everyone in stitches.

9. You are currently in the National finals of the World Amateur Golfers Championship, tell us more about that?

Yes I am. Its the second time I qualified for the regional finals. My first was in 2013, I was the only lady in the country who qualified and it seems I have repeated hisory this year. I am approaching the game with optimism and no matter the outcome, it’s an achievement nonetheless. It is a fabulous and inspiring opportunity

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HEALTH & LIFEST YLE for amateur golfers and i dare say the ultimate in any amateur golfers career.

10. What do you hope to achieve in the coming years?

Golfing as well as career.

My goal is to get to a single digit handicap within the next few years. You never can say, golf could end up being my career but for now i would continue to grow my business in the insurance industry.

11. Any superstitions?

None. Superstitions are for those that need a quick fix of an excuse. Nothing can be accomplished with a negative mind.

12. Favourite Movie: The Prince and Me and The Diary of the Black Woman.

13. Three things I can’t live without: Lipstick, my wheels and my heels.

14. My guilty pleasure: A good bottlle of dry red wine.

15. My favourite food: Sushi with fresh chopped green chilli...yum.

16. Happiness is: My diamond and pearl, it has to be my boy and my girl...Sherwan and Justeen.

17. Get me a plane ticket to: Anywhere in the world with amazing golf courses and I will be indebted to you for life 18. Someone I look up to: My late mom...my guardian angel.

19. I’m not embarrassed to say that I: ...at times have felt like hanging up my golf clubs after a terrible round of golf.

20. Favourite quote: There is no force in this world equal to a determined woman.

Season Seven If you would like to be considered as a SA Golf Trader “Golfing Gal” please submit three colour photo’s of yourself on the golf course and two photos of your choice to neville@sagolftrader.co.za.

One girl per edition will be chosen by us (the editors decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into).

The winner will be the girl who receives the most emails.

The competition will be over six editions and closes on 31/08/2016. If you are selected by us you will have to answer the questions that SA Golf Trader puts to you.

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TRIVIA quiz HEALTH & LIFEST YLE

TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE

Congratulations to Mervin Bray our winner of the Trivia Quiz Sep/Oct edition; he receives two bottles of KWV 12 year old brandy.

1. John Cook’s middle name is

7. Killarney Golf and Fishing Club is a private golf club in which country?

a) Neil b) Norman c) Neuman

2. Who only started playing golf at the age of 20 and before that was a fire-fighter? a) b) c)

Russ Cochran Bruce Vaughn Mike Reid

3. Men’s professional senior golf is for players aged? a) b) c)

50 and above 45 and above 40 and above

Bob Goalby Kirk Triplett Larry Mize

5. Who in May 2009, described the Ryder Cup as an “exhibition” and said”It’s not a huge goal of mine. In the big scheme of things it’s not that important an event for me. It’s an exhibition at the end of the day? a) b) c)

Bubba Watson Hunter Mahan Rory McIlroy

6. Who is one of a few professional golfers that does not wear a hat while he plays, notwithstanding the sponsorship income it can bring? a) b) c)

8. Who joined the Sunshine Tour in 2007, and claimed his first win during his rookie season, in the Vodacom Origins of Golf Tour event at Selborne on the KZN South coast? a) b) c)

George Coetzee Jean Hugo Tyrone van Aswegen

9. Adilson da Silva was born where?

4. Who is well known for one career-defining shot — a chip from off the green at the 11th hole at Augusta to win the playoff for the 1987 Masters Tournament, which was his only major title? a) b) c)

a) South Africa b) Ireland c) England

a) Portugal b) Spain c) Brazil

10. Who would write these three words in his diary before each season: “Persistence, persistence, persistence”? a) b) c)

Nick Price Tom Kite Tom Lehman

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The winner of the trivia quiz will receive two bottles of KWV 12 year old brandy!

Shane Lowry Gary Boyd Robert Rock

1. The first correct entry drawn will be declared the winner. The draw will take place on the 21st of December 2015.

2. The Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence either in terms of the questions, answers or winner will be entered into.

3. The answers to the questions and the name of the winner will be published on the quiz page in the following issue.

4. Results and answers will be published in the next edition of SA Golf Trader.

Instructions: 1. Choose one of the answers for each question.

2. Send the 10 letters of your chosen answers in sequence via email to info@sagt.co.za or Fax your chosen answer letters to 086 694 2185.

ANSWERS TO THE SEP/OCT EDITION 1.C 2.C 3.A 4.C 5.A 6.B 7.A 8.B 9.C 10.A 10

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tuition & instruction

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tuition & instruction

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here are so many golfers who do not understand the importance of good basic fundamentals in this game - even some great players! ;-) It all starts with a sound grip & if placed incorrectly onto the club will cause the golfer to compensate through impact with their hands, potentially disconnecting their arms away from their body in the backswing or through swing & then start finding alternative swing paths for a successful outcome. As much as these manipulations do work a majority of the time, there are umpteen moments that will impact on a season, a phase of events or even just that one particular shot that would have made all the difference, had we just stayed connected!

If you are battling inconsistencies with strike errors or even directional control, then try these all time favourite swing drills I use to tighten your game up in a positive way :-)

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The ‘wood cover’ drill

In this article we focus primarily on right side connection but in up coming articles I will discuss the importance of left side connections as well.

1. For those of you who battle to soften your right elbow in towards the right side of your trunk, this is already a great drill for you! Softening your right elbow into your side makes it easier to square up your shoulder-line to your target-line & helps your club head taper back along good path & plane lines. It also aids in better club head rotation up into the top of your backswing.

2. Keeping you connected right through the transition of your backswing creates less moving parts, less can go wrong & a more consistent, shallower approach through impact is achieved. You also get better flight on the ball, optimized spin rates for the various clubs in your set & launch lines that are better directed down your target line.

3. Being connected through impact allows us to maintain better face angle control & feel a more passive trailing club head through impact - more commonly known as the ‘late hit’! This is the mark of great players who don’t release the club to soon & trap the ball nicely through impact :-) 4. Remember not to hold onto the wood cover in your through swing. We don’t have to compact it! We need extension & commitment towards your target.

Besides, if it stays under your arm through to the finish you would have held onto your follow through, thinning or topping the ball :-( Swinging over-thetop or left across your your target line would also see you retain the cover under your arm.

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The ‘Soft/Foam Ball Drill’

The ‘Towel drill’ 1. Dual connection, what does this do for you?

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2. Softening both arms into the sides of your body sets you up for better rotation of the club head on both sides of your swing. It’s great for backswing length control & keeps your arms moving in-sync with your torso. Once again less moving parts - less can go wrong ;-) 3. Having your path & plane lines improved through impact will improve your consistency. Without the ability to disconnect your arms from your body, better body mobility back & through (rotation) can be felt & achieved.

Being able to use your body more effectively will give you more power with the ability to use your hands less actively down the line.

Forearm connection & what it does for you...

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2. Players that get to steep in the backswing or even cross the line at the top, pointing the club towards the right of target, would benefit greatly with this drill. Improved backswing positions make for effective impact positions & give us a more efficient power supply through the ball.

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The search for your most efficient swing is here! Our golfing forefathers have done all the hard work for us, spending hours & hours toiling in the dirt & digging out the answers - till their fingers bled! ;-) Connection is a major key towards achieving your golfing goals.

Go on, give it a try, simplify your move, make it more efficient & effective by getting your body more into action. Through this process it’s easier to learn to keep your hands quiet through the impact zone...

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1. By softening your forearms inward you are as close as you can get towards achieving one leaver for your backswing & through swing - less moving parts ;-) Keeping the triangle formed by your forearms & shoulders at address consistent throughout your swing will keep your club head rotation consistent back & through your swing. This is probably my favourite drill of all three but is definitely to be lead in sequence of the previous two drills.

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3. The size of the forearm triangle should never change back & through the swing. Players with poor mobility & flexibility in their upper back, shoulder area, often need to disconnect their arms from their bodies halfway back & halfway through in their swings. Steep backswings & through-swings are most visible with this. Hooded or shut club face angles back & open or held follow throughs can be in evidence for power leaks that go high right or low pulled hooks left.

Two distinct opposite errors but either can be experienced with the ‘disconnected swing’!

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A M AT E U R N E W S

Telfer doubles up in Boland T elfer carded successive rounds of 68 to triumph on eight-under-par 136.

Kaleigh Telfer

The 17-year-old Bryanston golfer lagged a stroke behind first round pacesetter Woo Ju Son, but finishes three strokes clear of Eagle Canyon’s Son, who signed off with a 72.

Meanwhile Samu started the final round well off the pace after an opening 74, but the 16-year-old Ruimsig golfer rallied with a superb 69 to claim sole third on 143.

Minette Oliver from Eastern Province finished in fourth on 146 with rounds of 72 and 74.

Telfer made her first visit to the winner’s circle in the Free State and Northern Cape Championship in April and claimed her second podium finish at the Southern Cape Championship in August.

The victory in Worcester followed on the heels of an eight stroke victory in the Ekurhuleni Championship a week ago.

“I am really happy to be back in winning form, but to be honest, I’m far more pleased with my scoring that collecting trophies,” Telfer said.

BOLAND CHAMPIONSHIP - TOP 10 RESULT

136 Kaleigh Telfer 68 68 139 Woo-Ju Son 67 72 143 Ivanna Samu 74 69 146 Minette Olivier 72 74 149 Katia Shaff 75 74; Vicki Traut 75 74 152 Tara Griebenow 75 77 154 Kaiyuree Moodley 78 76;

Ethel Ruthenberg 78 76; Cassidy Williams 81 73

Sinclair sizzles at Lion of Africa Junior Open

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oss Sinclair staved off a spirited final round challenge from KwaZulu-Natal’s Luke Mayo to lift the Lion of Africa Junior Open title last month.

solid pars at 17 and 18 to close out the win.”

With this victory, Sinclair pipped Naidoo for the top spot in the South African Golf Association’s Junior Rankings.

The 18-year-old Gauteng North golfer fired rounds of 69 and 70 at Clovelly CC to claim a one stroke victory on five-underpar 139.

He also joined Herman Loubser from Boland and Free State’s Wilco Nienaber as the third two-time winner on the national junior circuit this season.

Sinclair had a jumbled start with three birdies and two bogeys, but after a dropping a third shot at 10, the reigning Nomads SA Boys U-19 Match Play champion turned the tide with three birdies on the trot from 14.

“I’m really chuffed with this win,” Sinclair said. “The Junior Series is like a mini version of the Sunshine Tour’s Chase to the Investec Cup for us and every junior out there wants to own one of the titles.

A birdie at 18 secured him a share of the first round lead with Western Province star Luca Filippi.

LION OF AFRICA JUNIOR OPEN RESULT – TOP 10

The Centurion player gained a considerable advantage with hat-trick of birdies at the start of the second round to go six under.

“I birdied nine, but gave it straight back when I hit it in the water right at 10,” Sinclair said.

“I made a couple of pars, but I fumbled again at 16. For some reason, I struggled to chip on the back nine and it cost me a shot at the par three. Luckily the putter saved me and I made

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139 140 141 142 143

144 145 146

Rosswell Sinclair Luke Mayo Luca Filippi Kyle De Beer Dehan Joubert Hilmi Mallick Willem Boshoff Jordan Duminy Deon Germishuys Daniel Cronje

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Central Gauteng lifts record 27th SA IPT title

The side thumped Boland 7.5 – 4.5, beat Ekurhuleni 7.5 – 4.5 and defeated Southern Cape 8 – 4 to reach the final round but despite a two point lead, the eight man side took nothing for granted.

Showing the same fighting spirit that carried them to the winner’s circle in Cape Town last year, they took the attack to Western Province and won two games and halved another to lead the Foursomes 2.5 – 1.5.

Andi Dill, Jason Viljoen and Darin de Smidt burst from the blocks and quickly racked up three points in the Singles to give the team some breathing room.

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welve months after they marched to an unbeaten victory at Westlake GC, Central Gauteng was in ascendancy again in the 55th South African Inter-Provincial Championship, sponsored by Tempest, at Glendower GC The defending champions put an exclamation mark behind another unbeaten run to claim the union’s record 27th victory in the prestigious annual team event when they staved off a resuscitated Western Province in a closely fought final round tussle to triumph 8 – 4.

“The team performed from day one and stuck to our game plan,” said team manager Jaco du Plessis.

“I demanded perfection from this team and they all stood up to be counted. This marks the first time since 2005 / 2006 that we successfully defended the title.

“Winning all our matches for two successive years speaks volumes about the character of these players. This might be a young team, but their grit and determination was unparalleled for five days and they richly deserve to take this cup home.”

Central Gauteng launched their title defence with a 7 – 5 result against Eastern Province.

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Michael Sherriff flattened David Meyers 5 & 3 to claim first blood for Province and Gerlou Roux downed Basil Wright 2 & 1 to boost their tally, but Matthew Spacey drove home the imminent victory when he beat Sean Bradley 2 & 1.

IPT stalwart Ryan Dreyer pushed home to defeat Altin van der Merwe 1-up and Marco Steyn halved the final game for the four point victory “This is an incredible celebration for the squad and the supporters,” said an elated Du Plessis.

“We prepared really well for this week, but there is no describing what this means to us. “I know it sounds like a cliché, but if you ask me to name the outstanding players this week, I would have to say all of them.

Eastern Province will be heading back to the B-Section after a tough examination, while 2013 champions Gauteng North return to the top draw after sealing their promotion with an unchallenged performance at Glendower.

FINAL A-SECTION LOG

(Pos-Union-Played-Won-Drawn-Lost-Points-Matches won) 1 2 3 4 5

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Central Gauteng Ekurhuleni Southern Cape Boland Western Province

(5, 5, 0, 0, 10, 38.0) (5, 3, 1, 1, 7, 33.0) (5, 3, 0, 2, 6, 35.5) (5, 2, 1, 2, 5, 29.0) (5, 1, 0, 4, 2, 24.5)

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Gauteng guns to SA Women’s IPT glory

“Our A-team captain Tash Carlsson deserves a special mention. Tash is leaving TuksSport Golf Academy at the end of the year and going to compete in the United States. She showed maturity beyond her years to lead with grace and she will be dearly missed.

“The B-Team and I would also like to salute Sheryl Matthews for her management and support this week. We will look forward to defending our 72-Hole Teams Championship and South African Women’s Inter-Provincial Championship titles next season.”

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auteng captured the 55th South African Women’s Inter-Provincial Championship in formidable style to end a nine-year winning drought, while Border mounted a spirited final round assault to claim the B-Section title for a second successive year at Centurion CC last month.

B-SECTION INTER-PROVINCIAL Border defeated Eastern Province 4.5 – 1.5 to celebrate their second podium finish this season after the same team staged a come-from-behind performance to lift the B-Section title in the 72-Hole Teams Championship at East London GC in May.

“We are absolutely thrilled with this result,” said Gauteng A manager Gill van der Meulen.

“Not only did our A-team march to an unbeaten victory in this prestigious championship, but our B-team was equally impressive to seal a one-two finish for Gauteng.”

“We have a great depth of talent at Gauteng and this victory and our first and second finishes will go a long way in motivation and inspiring our juniors waiting in the wings.

A-SECTION DIVISION 1 FINAL LOG

B-SECTION DIVISION 1 FINAL LOG

(Pos-Union-Played-Won-Drawn-Lost-Points-Matches won)

(Pos-Union-Played-Won-Drawn-Lost-Points-Matches won)

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Gauteng A

(3, 3, 0, 0, 6, 23.0)

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Border

(3, 2, 0, 1, 4, 12.0)

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Gauteng B

(3, 2, 0, 1, 4, 14.5)

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Free State

(3, 1, 1, 1, 3, 9.5)

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Gauteng North A

(3, 1, 0, 2, 2, 11.0)

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Eastern Province

(3, 1, 1, 1, 3, 8.0)

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Gauteng North B

(3, 0, 0, 3, 0, 5.5)

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North West

(3, 1, 0, 2, 2, 6.5)

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Determined Du Toit takes Ackerman Championship

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Gauteng North rising star Danielle du Toit added her name to a prestigious list of champions including Ivanna Samu, Nobuhle Dlamini from Swaziland and Cara Gorlei when she lifted the 35th Ackerman Championship title last month.

The 16-year-old from Waterkloof produced a pair of birdies at the last three holes at Royal Cape GC to seal a two stroke victory one-over-par 222.

Du Toit opened with a five-over-par 79 and was well off the pace from first round leader Katia Schaff from Western Province, but an even par 74 in the second round boosted the Pretoria CC player within three shots of three-way tie at the top.

Boland’s Vicki Traut, Woo Ju Son from Gauteng and Brittney-Fay

Berger all made bids for the title, but it was Du Toit who most successfully navigated the stiff breeze on Sunday afternoon.

“The Ackerman Championship is has been around for a very long time and it’s a very special tournament for all of us,” said Du Toit after receiving the Gus Ackerman Trophy from tournament sponsor, Jonathan Ackerman.

“I have been knocking for a while now and came close in the Nomads SA Girls Championship, so you can only imagine my delight. What an honour it is for me to win my first provincial title in such a prestigious and historic tournament.”

ACKERMAN CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS

Gus Ackerman Trophy TOP 10 (HC 9 & under) 223 225 229 231

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Danielle Du Toit Vicki Traut Lejan Lewthwaite Zethu Myeki Woo-Ju Son Brittney-Fay Berger Crystal Beukes Katia Shaff Symone Henriques Zayb Fredericks

79 74 70 78 72 75 76 79 74 76 79 76; 76 74 81; 75 75 81 77 76 79; 75 78 79 79 75 79 80 76 78

SA marches to eighth AAGTC victory

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ade Buitendag, Aubrey Beckley, Jason Smith and Andre Nel mounted a spirited final round challenge to chase down South Africa’s third successive title and eighth victory in the Africa Amateur Golf Team Championship in Kenya last month.

South Africa lifted the title in the inaugural edition of the prestigious biennial event in 2001 and claimed subsequent victories in Botswana (2003), Uganda (2005), Namibia (2007), Egypt (2011) and Swaziland in 2013.

The 2015 team extended the country’s proud record with a resounding 18 stroke victory at Limuru CC. The South Africans lagged two strokes off the pace from Zimbabwe, but Southern Cape’s Jade Buitendag fired a superb 67 to put the defending champions on the attack. Fellow Kenako Academy member Andre Nel boosted their momentum with an equally impressive 68, while Gauteng North’s Jason Smith and Aubrey Beckley from North West sealed their podium finish with a pair of 73s.

Their combined 208 was the lowest round of this year’s championship and took South Africa’s winning tally to 872.

Kenya closed with 218 to take second and finished two strokes ahead of Zimbabwe, who carded 230.

“Jade had two rough days, but all the work he put into his game on the range on Tuesday and Wednesday paid handsome dividends for the team,” said TuksGolf Academies head coach

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Llewellyn van Leeuwen.

“Andre played much better than his score suggested. He has a fantastic game and a great attitude and it was good to see him go low. Jason played great all week and Aubrey got off to a fantastic start with three birdies in a row that really helped the team.

“The players were wonderful ambassadors of the game and South Africa and SAGA president Gerhard Conradie and I were really proud to be part of this team.

Beckley also claimed the Individual title on 288 with rounds of 74, 71, 70 and 73.

Final RESULTS - TOP 10

872 890 892 904 906 907 932 941 945 951

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216 226 222 208 220 222 230 218 225 218 219 230 220 236 223 225 222 226 226 231 233 231 222 221 235 232 233 232 235 233 236 237 244 235 239 227 253 231 236 231

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KZN and EP push the boat out in Buffalo City K waZulu-Natal celebrated their third South African Mid-Amateur Inter-Provincial Championship victory with an undefeated performance at East London GC, while Eastern Province landed promotion in spectacular style last month.

A-SECTION It was touch and go in their final clash against Western Province, but KZN team manager Neil Campion’s warriors threw everything they had left into the final skirmish and stayed the course to triumph 6.5 – 5.5.

“This is an incredible celebration for the whole squad,” said an elated Campion.

“We never took anything for granted. The players worked exceptionally hard for this final win, right down to the last putt in the last game out to pull this through.

“It came down to the last three games and I can tell that all six players left nothing out on the course,” Campion said.

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(Pos-Union-Played-Won-Drawn-Lost-Points-Matches won) 1 KwaZulu-Natal (5, 5, 0, 0, 10, 39.0) 2 Central Gauteng (5, 4, 0, 1, 8, 38.0) 3 Western Province (5, 3, 0, 2, 6, 33.5) 4 Ekurhuleni (5, 1, 1, 3, 3, 22.5) 5 North West (5, 1, 1, 3, 3, 22.0) 6 Gauteng North (5, 0, 0, 5, 0, 25.0)

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KwaZulu-Natal’s Keith Forde halved against Riaan Lewis, team mate Corne van Deventer squared his game with Greg Sheard and Murray Gilson claimed the final half point for KZN against Cameron Johnston.

“Lyall, Dale and Bradley gave us that slender one point cushion we needed and Dale, Stefan and Bradley fought like demons to get us the win,” Campion said.

“Like I’ve said all week, this is a team that bats from one to eight; there are no superstars. The whole team contributed and this is there moment to shine.”

McNeill said every man in the squad could fairly share in this triumph.

“I am incredibly proud of our team, for their complete commitment, their devotion to each other and their fantastic team spirit,” he said.

B-SECTION Eastern Province demolished Free State 10 – 1 and mowed down Mpumalanga 9 – 3 to seal their promotion with an unbeaten performance in Buffalo City.

B-SECTION LOG

(Pos-Union-Played-Won-Drawn-Lost-Points-Matches won) 1 Eastern Province (7, 7, 0, 0, 14, 64.0) 2 Southern Cape (7, 5, 1, 1, 11, 54.5) 3 Border (7, 4, 2, 1, 10, 42.5) 4 Boland (7, 3, 1, 3, 7, 43.5) 5 Mpumalanga (7, 3, 1, 3, 7, 38.5) 6 Free State (7, 2, 1, 4, 5, 33.0) 7 Limpopo (7, 1, 0, 6, 2, 35.0) 8 Northern Cape (7, 0, 0, 7, 0, 25.0)

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Class act Konzani wins Indwe SA Senior Stroke Play “This is just incredible,” said the delighted champion.

“This is the one I’ve been wanting to win since I joined the senior ranks and I was up there from start to finish. It was a really long week and the wind on the Tuesday knocked the stuffing out of us, but I knuckled down, stuck to my game plan and pulled it through.”

Konzani describes the Indwe Risk Services SA Senior Amateur Stroke Play victory as the biggest achievement of career.

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avid Konzani claimed the Indwe Risk Services SA Senior Amateur Stroke Play Championship in swashbuckling style at Humewood GC at the end of October.

Having gained a considerable advantage earlier rounds of 67, 70 and 74, the 55-year-old Port Elizabeth golfer continued in the same vein in the final round to score a runaway 12-shot victory at his home course.

Showing no sign of nerves, Konzani overcame a stumble around the turn with a hat-trick of birdies down the straight to post a joint best-of-the-day one under 71.

His wire-to-wire victory at six-under-par 282 left him well clear of second-placed Brian Mamphies from Parow GC, who closed with a 75, while William Skinner and 2014 champion Mellette Hendrikse from Gauteng North finished third on 295 with respective rounds of 72 and 71.

Konzani signalled his potential to win the flagship tournament this year by rising to the number two spot in the senior rankings with a victory, three runner-up and four top five finishes in eight starts.

Now, having conquered the country’s greatest links, the diminutive Konzani ended Hendrikse’s two year reign at the top.

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“I’ve always thought of this event as my Major and when I saw all the people around the green at 18, it really hit home how big this is,” he said.

“Helping Eastern Province to win promotion at the SA Mid-Amateur Inter-Provincial last week was unbelievable, but this really is a cherry on top. I don’t think I will stop smiling for a week.

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296 297 298

299 301

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David Konzani Brian Mampies William Skinner Mellette Hendrikse Schalk Naude Ramon Rahme Ian Espitalier Noel MRI Mzuyanda Zingela Gavin van Aswegen Bruno van Eck Basil Naidoo Jaco Visagie Colin Mavuso Jock Wellington Wilhelm de Kock Norman Phillips Leonard Pienaar Tim Hewan Manie Daniels Francois le Roux Attie Burger Anton Bezuidenhout

67 70 74 71 72 76 71 75 75 78 70 72; 72 82 70 71 73 79 71 73 74 76 75 72 75 76 74 73; 73 77 73 75 76 77 74 72 77 76 73 75; 75 81 72 73 78 75 74 75; 75 81 73 73; 75 79 73 75; 73 81 75 73; 71 79 80 72 80 80 75 68 73 77 74 81; 71 82 79 73 79 78 72 78; 74 78 78 77; 72 82 75 78

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Swaziland Driving tourism through golf!

This past September we were honoured to be hosted in Swaziland by the Swaziland Tourism Authority STA (our last visit being in 2013). Our primary objective was to cover the Kings Cup Golf Tournament and to highlight the fact that Swaziland is a very appealing destination for a golfing holiday, but at the same time we got to experience some of the other activities that this beautiful country has to offer.

The Kings Cup Golf Tournament; Building a better future through golf!

The King’s Cup Golf Tournament is an annual event held in Swaziland in honour of His Majesty King Mswati III (who is both the Patron & Host). It is the largest golfing event in the country and has been running for the past eleven years.

The event attracts business people from neighbouring countries, mainly South Africa. The tournament came about as the translation of His Majesty’s 2004 Job Creation Summit aimed at resuscitating the country’s economic performances, through foreign direct investment and sport tourism.

This year saw the tournament being incorporated into the Sunshine Big Easy Tour which was played over the Thursday 3rd September

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SPECIAL FEATURE - T H E K I N G S C U P G O L F TO U R N A M E N T and the Friday 4th September, with the top thirty players then taking part in the ProAm on Saturday.

Christiaan Bezuidenhout made the most of his chances to grab the winner’s share of the R200, 000 prize money – which is double the usual purse on the Big Easy Tour – and vaulted to third on the Order of Merit, courtesy of a R28, 000 pay day.

The 19-year-old Wanna Be a Champion golfer produced a masterclass in target golf and surrendered just three shots at the Royal Swazi Sun Country Club for successive 67s. He won by three strokes from Gideon Pienaar and Riekus Nortje on 10-under-par 134.

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His Majesty King Mswati III officially opened the Pro-Am event on Friday afternoon, playing four holes with some of the major sponsors (the title sponsors being MTN, Nedbank, Royal Swazi Spa, Swaziland Electricity Company and Swaziland Posts & Telecommunications Corporation). We were fortunate enough to accompany him and it must be said that he strikes the ball fairly well considering that he rarely plays more than once a year due to his busy schedule.

There was rain in the air on Saturday morning and although not ideal for golf it was most welcomed by most. Louis & I hopped on a cart and drove around chatting to the players who by all accounts had a great time.

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The winners of the Pro-Am received their prizes at the gala dinner that was held on Saturday evening. The dinner, hosted by the King was a lavish affair with many dignitaries in attendance. The King thanked the sponsors and organisers and said “Our national goal is to use golf to promote tourism and investment in the kingdom. Golf and business are not only intertwined, but also well recognised as a valuable tool for networking.”

“Golf also allows the opportunity to create stronger relationships with clients or co-workers in the leisurely pace of the sport. The combination of golf tourism and investments can certainly enrich our economy to levels that help us address our social and economic development challenges.”

Theo Manyama and his son Ludwick, who have both recently been in America, were also there and Ludwick had us in stitches with his account of trying to find a Swazi wife.

All in all, I would say that the 2015 Kings Cup was a resounding success. King Mswati III has big plans for the future of this tournament and with the enthusiasm and commitment that was evidenced one can only see a bright future ahead.

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PGA TOUR, Microsoft strike three-year deal.

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he PGA TOUR and Microsoft have entered a three-year relationship that will focus on utilizing Microsoft solutions to create new ways for fans, players and broadcasters to engage with the PGA TOUR. The solutions will be designed to instantaneously mine the TOUR’s vast video library and statistical information to enhance and simplify the way data is interpreted, providing fans, players and commentators new and engaging ways to access insight as never before.

“Through its collaboration with CDW on ShotLink, the PGA TOUR has been on the cutting edge of technology innovation and real-time insights around historical information, drives, putts and course conditions for golf fans everywhere,” said Chris Capossela, Microsoft’s Chief Marketing Officer. “We believe the TOUR’s commitment to our Windows 10 platform and Microsoft Cloud offerings will enable fans and broadcasters to access ShotLink and other PGA TOUR content in ways that have not been previously possible across all digital devices.”

“The PGA TOUR is thrilled to enter into this relationship with Microsoft which, at its core, is designed to produce deeper, richer and more immersive content for our fans to consume across all of our platforms,” said Tom Wade, the PGA TOUR’s Chief Commercial Officer. “We also look forward to partnering with such an iconic global company to continue to improve the presentation of our sport to our fans.”

There are several technology integrations underway, including the development of new apps for the latest Microsoft devices and platforms across Windows 10, Surface and Microsoft’s Lumia phones. Microsoft will also utilize the 80,000-plus hours of PGA TOUR library footage and other information to deliver this content to fans and commentators in new and engaging ways.

Over the next several months, the PGA TOUR is primed to adopt Windows 10, Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Office to make data analysis easier to interpret and understand for every golf fan, as well as players and broadcast commentators. Microsoft will create innovative solutions by helping the PGA TOUR analyze information faster and more efficiently, giving fans instant access to insight about players, courses and conditions.

Additionally, the TOUR will look to enhance its employee productivity and infrastructure with the addition of Microsoft’s newest products as part of its backend business operation. This will include Windows 10, Office 365, Media Pilot and Cloud Services.

Through this multi-faceted relationship, Microsoft becomes the “Official Operating System,” “Official Analytics Partner” and “Official Office Productivity Software” of the PGA TOUR and Champions Tour.

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Hibiscus Coast welcomes SA Women’s Open return

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he 2015 South African Women’s Open is heading to the KwaZulu-Natal’s Hibiscus Coast for a fourth successive year thanks to the unwavering support of the Hibiscus Coast Municipality.

The 54-hole tournament, sanctioned by the WPGA of South Africa, will carry a purse of R250,000 and will be played at San Lameer Country Club from 29 November to 1 December.

It will also be the first counting event on the 2016 Sunshine Ladies Tour and Chase to the Investec Cup for Ladies.

“Hibiscus Coast Municipality has been a key contributor in the resurgence of South African women’s professional golf since the SA Women’s Open returned to the national schedule in 2012,” said tournament promoter Lesley Copeman, of World Sports Promotions.

“Hibiscus Coast Municipality mayor, Councillor Nomusa Mqwebu, has been a fervent supporter of women’s golf and through the South African Women’s Open, has launched the

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Mayoral Golf Academy in the Hibiscus Coast Municipality.

“Over the last three years, the Hibiscus Coast has become the home of the SA Women’s Open and thanks to the enduring commitment from the Hibiscus Coast Municipality, we are proud to return to San Lameer for a second consecutive year.”

“We would also like to extend heartfelt thanks to Meyer du Toit and Pine Pienaar from San Lameer Country Club, who so generously reserved a date for this year’s event and once again opened their doors to the SA Women’s Open.

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Yet another South African win abroad.

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haun Norris overcame tough final round conditions to break through for a maiden Asian Tour victory in the US$500,000 Yeangder Tournament Players Championship last month.

The 33-year-old Lumenrock Sport golfer defied swirling winds to reel in five birdies in the first seven holes at the Linkou International G&CC. Norris held out for a four-under-par 68 to defeat overnight leader Miguel Tabuena of the Philippines by two strokes.

The 2015 IGT Tour Wanna Be A Champion Academy winner triumphed on 12-under-par 204, finishing four strokes ahead of Lumenrock Sport stable mate Keith Horne, who shared the bus at eight under with Giwhan Kim of Korea, Hsu Hao-sheng of Chinese Taipei, and Thai duo Panuphol Pittayarat and Natipong Srithong.

“Words can’t describe how I feel with this win,” said Norris, who earned his card at Qualifying School earlier this year.

“I’ve been playing well as of late and I wanted to win something in Asia so this is a dream come true.

“We always try to better ourselves in golf. The goal is to travel the world and compete against other players. The quality on the Asian Tour is phenomenal. The players are so good.

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“For me to accomplish what I have done is just great. I always joke with my family and friends that I play better in the worst conditions. I think it makes me concentrate more. I probably focus more. I only realised how the scoreboard looked after 17. I was a little bit nervous heading into 18 and it was just a bad chip that caused me to drop a shot.”

The victory vaulted Norris to 21st on the Asian Tour Order of Merit.

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

PGA TOUR

Vodacom Origins Of Golf St Francis Links, 1 - 3 Oct 2015 1 Christiaan Basson 2 Mark Williams T3 Zander Lombard Bryce Bibby 5 Madalitso Muthiya 6 Jean Hugo T7 JJ Senekal Andrew Curlewis Ulrich van den Berg

RSA ZIM RSA RSA ZAM RSA RSA RSA RSA

70-66-69 70-67-69 69-71-67 69-64-74 70-70-68 67-72-70 75-67-68 68-71-71 67-71-72

Sun Boardwalk Challenge Humewood GC, 7 - 9 Oct 2015 1 Chris Swanepoel 2 Ulrich van den Berg T3 Andrew Georgiou Lindani Ndwandwe Mark Fensham T6 Michael Hollick JJ Senekal Jean Hugo Neil Schietekat

RSA RSA CYP RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA

67-69-72 70-67-71 74-72-65 70-73-68 74-69-68 76-68-68 71-72-69 73-69-70 69-72-71

Sun Fish River Sun Challenge Fish River Sun CC, 15 - 16 Oct 2015 1 2 3 T4

Rourke van der Spuy Merrick Bremner Callum Mowat Derick Petersen Christiaan Basson T6 Rhys Enoch Lyle Rowe T8 MJ Viljoen Otto van Greunen Doug McGuigan Ulrich van den Berg Andrew Curlewis

RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA WAL RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA

65-67 68-65 67-68 70-66 69-67 68-69 70-67 67-71 66-72 70-68 68-70 69-69

205 206 207 207 208 208 210 210 210

(-11) (-10) (-9) (-9) (-8) (-7) (-6) (-6) (-6)

R 103,025.00 R 74,750.00 R 46,475.00 R 46,475.00 R 30,550.00 R 24,700.00 R 18,091.67 R 18,091.67 R 18,091.67

208 208 211 211 211 212 212 212 212

(-8) (-8) (-5) (-5) (-5) (-4) (-4) (-4) (-4)

132 133 135 136 136 137 137 138 138 138 138 138

(-12) R 110,950.00 (-11) R 80,500.00 (-9) R 56,000.00 (-8) R 38,500.00 (-8) R 38,500.00 (-7) R 24,325.00 (-7) R 24,325.00 (-6) R 16,170.00 (-6) R 16,170.00 (-6) R 16,170.00 (-6) R 16,170.00 (-6) R 16,170.00

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RSA RSA ENG RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA IRL RSA RSA RSA DEN RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA

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

1 Emiliano Grillo ARG 2 Kevin Na USA T3 Jason Bohn USA Justin Thomas USA Tyrone Van Aswegen RSA Other South Africans Charl Schwartzel

68-71-65-69 68-71-64-70 72-68-64-70 66-70-69-69 69-68-69-68

RSA 71-68-69-68

5,470,684.40 2,958,969.17 2,683,983.33 2,555,129.17 2,503,294.26 2,078,997.58 1,591,846.24 1,483,967.32 1,422,366.00 1,156,893.44 1,116,714.08 1,087,963.91 990,381.11 987,406.75 940,437.33 914,020.10 887,341.50 796,665.47 791,569.08 755,120.51

7 15 4 6 16 6 6 11 16 4 19 14 4 3 19 12 14 21 10 5

273 273 274 274 274

(-14) (-14) (-13) (-13) (-13)

$ $ $ $ $

1,080,000.00 648,000.00 312,000.00 312,000.00 312,000.00

276 (-11) $

194,250.00

Jordan Spieth, top of the 2015 PGA Tour order of merit

R 110,950.00 R 80,500.00 R 44,333.33 R 44,333.33 R 44,333.33 R 21,262.50 R 21,262.50 R 21,262.50 R 21,262.50

SunshineTour Order of Merit as of 26 October2015 1 George Coetzee 2 Jacques Blaauw 3 Andy Sullivan 4 Trevor Fisher Jnr 5 Dean Burmester 6 Jaco Van Zyl 7 Tjaart van der Walt 8 Keith Horne 9 Abraham Coetsee 10 Kevin Phelan 11 Jean Hugo 12 Jaco Ahlers 13 Thomas Aiken 14 Morten Orum Madsen 15 Chris Swanepoel 16 Oliver Bekker 17 Erik van Rooyen 18 Rhys West 19 Merrick Bremner 20 Justin Walters

First Tournament of the 2016 season Frys.com Open, 15 - 18 Oct 2015, Silverado CC

PGA Tour final order of Merit of the 2015 season 1

Jordan Spieth

USA

25

$

12,030,465.00

2

Jason Day

AUS

20

$

9,403,330.00

3

Bubba Watson

USA

19

$

6,876,797.00

4

Rickie Fowler

USA

21

$

5,773,430.00

5

Dustin Johnson

USA

21

$

5,509,467.00

6

Justin Rose

ENG

20

$

5,462,677.00

7

Rory McIlroy

NIR

12

$

4,863,312.00

8

Zach Johnson

USA

25

$

4,801,487.00

9

Henrik Stenson

SWE

16

$

4,755,070.00

10 Jimmy Walker

USA

24

$

4,521,350.00

22 Louis Oosthuizen

RSA

20

$

3,251,174.00

62 Brendon de Jonge

ZIM

31

$

1, 594,935.00

66 Rory Sabbatini

RSA

25

$

1,525,784.00

81 Charl Schwartzel

RSA

19

$

1,209,528.00

92 Tim Clark

RSA

13

$

1,028,139.00

112 Retief Goosen

RSA

25

$

921,830.00

159 Ernie Els

RSA

18

$

453,579.00

196 Tyrone Van Aswegen RSA

20

$

168,234.00

Other Southern Africans

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web.com TOUR web.com tour finals order of Merit as of 26 October 2015 Chez Reavie Emiliano Grillo Henrik Norlander Andrew Loupe Roberto Castro Sam Saunders Jamie Lovemark Michael Thompson D.H. Lee Steve Marino

68-71-65 69-68-68 65-73-68 68-68-70 70-68-70 70-72-66

204 205 206 206 208 208

(-12) (-11) (-10) (-10) (-8) (-8)

$ $ $ $ $ $

315,000.00 184,800.00 138,075.00 138,075.00 86,450.00 86,450.00

Other South Africans T16 David Frost RSA

69-72-71

212 (-4)

$ 30,590.00

$ $ $ $ $ $

270,000.00 158,400.00 118,350.00 118,350.00 78,750.00 78,750.00

$

1,260.00

San Antonio Championship TPC San Antonio, 16 - 18 Oct 2015

Well done Dawie van der Walt in earning your 2016 PGA Tour card.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

1 Tom Lehman USA 2 Joe Durant USA T3 Bernhard Langer GER Kenny Perry usa T5 Lee Janzen USA Colin Montgomerie SCO

USA ARG SWE USA USA USA USA USA KOR USA

Other South Africans 16 Dawie van der Walt RSA 22 Tyrone Van Aswegen RSA 30 Thomas Aiken RSA

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

323,066.67 283,666.66 215,742.86 195,404.80 130,785.41 114,950.00 114,179.17 94,830.00 92,300.00 87,843.10

4 4

$ 70,005.00 $ 49,637.30 $ 35,125.00

4 4 4

1 Bernhard Langer 2 Scott Dunlap T3 Michael Allen Scott McCarron T5 Kenny Perry Wes Short, Jr.

GER USA USA USA USA USA

71-68-65 68-71-68 69-69-70 69-69-70 70-73-66 67-72-70

204 207 208 208 209 209

(-12) (-9) (-8) (-8) (-7) (-7)

No other Southern Africans 73 David Frost RSA

75-79-74

228 (+12)

Well done Thomas Aiken in earning your 2016 PGA Tour card.

3 4 4

Well done Tyrone van Aswegen in earning your 2016 PGA Tour card.

Champions Tour order of merit as of 26 oct 2015 1 2 3 4 5

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Jeff Maggert USA Bernhard Langer GER Colin Montgomerie SCO Joe Durant USA Esteban Toledo MEX

19 17 17 18 21

$ $ $ $ $

2,158,236.00 2,065,390.00 2,008,979.00 1,194,556.00 1,095,472.00

Other Southern Africans 17 David Frost RSA 118 Nick Price ZIM 146 Chris Williams RSA

22 5 2

$ $ $

848,340.00 29,919.00 12,367.00

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Sunshine Tour

DATE EVENT VENUE November 2015 3 - 5 11 - 13

Nedbank Affinity Cup Vodacom Origins of Golf Final

Lost City GC Zebula CC

Vusi Ngubeni Qualifying School Nedbank Golf Challenge Sunshine Tour Qualifying School

Modderfontein GC Gary Player CC Bloemfontein GC

The BMW SA Open Joburg Open

Glendower GC Royal Jhb and Kensington GC

December 2015 1 - 4 3 - 6 8 - 12

January 2016 7 - 10 14 - 17

Amateur events - Men DATE EVENT VENUE November 2015 7 – 8

EP Open

Humewood GC

7 – 8

Ekurhuleni Senior Open

State Mines GC

12 – 15

Central Gauteng Open

Royal Jhb And Kensington GC

14 – 15

Limpopo Senior Open

Koro Creek GC

17 – 19

Harry Oppenheimer Trophy

Maccauvlei GC

21 – 22

Ottway Hayes Senior Classic

Zwartkop CC

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

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(021) 873 6828 (043) 740 3899 (011) 485 4251 (011) 425 5316

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

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(057) 899 1724 (012) 667 1087 (054) 332 3323 (021) 850 6500

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Amateur events - Men (continued) DATE EVENT VENUE November 2015 (continued...)

21 – 24

International Teams Championship

Maccauvlei GC

6

Limpopo Mid-Amateur

Polokwane GC

10 - 11

Joburg Junior Open

Royal Jhb And Kensington GC

14 - 18

Junior Inter Provincial

Worcester GC

December 2015

January 2016 2016 Tournament schedule not available at date of print.

Amateur events - Women

DATE EVENT VENUE November 2015 2 - 4 12 - 15 28 - 29

SA Mid Amateur Championship South African Women’s Open Mpumalanga Championship

St Francis Links GC TBA White River GC

KZN Junior Championship

Selborne Park GE

December 2015 5 - 6

January 2016 2016 Tournament schedule not available at date of print.

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

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

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EUROPEAN TOUR British Masters Woburn GC , 8 - 11 Oct 2015 1 Fitzpatrick Matthew ENG T2 Kjeldsen Søren DEN Lowry Shane IRL Zanotti Fabrizio PAR T5 Aphibarnrat Kiradech THA Other South Africans T17 Fichardt Darren RSA T25 Van Zyl Jaco RSA T60 Mulroy Garth RSA

64-69-68-68 65-68-69-69 66-69-69-67 68-68-66-69 67-67-67-72

269 271 271 271 273

73-68-66-69 276 (-8) 68-69-70-71 278 (-6) 70-72-72-70 284 (0)

Portuguese Masters Oceanico Victoria GC, 15 - 18 Oct 2015 1 Sullivan Andy 2 Wood Chris T3 Fisher Jnr Trevor De La Riva Eduardo Wall Anthony Other South Africans T9 Mulroy Garth T18 Otto Hennie T25 Aiken Thomas T29 Kruger Jbe T31 Fichardt Darren Van Zyl Jaco T37 Walters Justin

€ € € € €

671,550.00 300,465.00 300,465.00 300,465.00 133,370.00

€ 50,286.00 € 39,487.00 € 10,678.00

ENG ENG RSA ESP ENG

64-64-67-66 68-69-65-68 66-68-70-67 65-67-68-71 69-64-72-66

261 270 271 271 271

(-23) (-14) (-13) (-13) (-13)

€ € € € €

333,330.00 222,220.00 103,333.00 103,333.00 103,333.00

RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA

69-67-70-67 70-65-69-71 65-70-72-70 72-69-69-68 68-70-74-67 71-67-70-71 71-68-72-69

273 275 277 278 279 279 280

(-11) (-9) (-7) (-6) (-4)

€ € € € € € €

35,457.00 24,450.00 19,900.00 18,100.00 15,800.00 15,800.00 13,000.00

263 264 269 269 269

(-17) (-16) (-11) (-11) (-11)

€ 289,948.00 € 193,299.00 € 82,636.00 € 82,636.00 € 82,636.00

UBS Hong Kong Open Hong Kong GC, 22 - 25 Oct 2015 1 Rose Justin 2 Bjerregaard Lucas T3 Fitzpatrick Matthew Lee Soomin Reed Patrick Other South Africans T35 Walters Justin T42 Kruger Jbe 76 Van Tonder Danie

(-15) (-13) (-13) (-13) (-11)

ENG DEN ENG KOR USA

65-66-64-68 66-66-63-69 67-67-66-69 70-69-66-64 68-69-65-67

Volopa Irish Challenge Mount Wolesley Golf Resort, 8 - 11Oct 2015 1 2 3 T4

Murray Tom ENG Bertasio Nino ITA Boyd Gary ENG Coles Robert ENG Porteous Garrick ENG

Other South Africans T15 Porteous Haydn RSA T23 Stone Brandon RSA 61 Keyser Matthiam RSA

69-67-69-67 68-66-68-70 71-69-66-68 65-69-69-72 70-69-69-67

(-16) (-16) (-14) (-13) (-13)

€ € € € €

28,800.00 19,800.00 12,600.00 9,900.00 9,900.00

70-73-68-69 280 (-8) 72-66-67-77 282 (-6) 70-72-79-72 293 (+5)

€ € €

2,700.00 1,656.00 558.00

€ € € € €

69,588.00 47,842.00 26,096.00 26,096.00 26,096.00

€

4,964.00

The Foshan Open Foshan GC, 22 - 25 Oct 2015

272 272 274 275 275

1 Virto Astudillo Borja ESP 2 Åkesson Björn SWE T3 Gouveia Ricardo POR Hahn John USA Hansen Joachim DEN

64-67-72-70 67-71-68-69 70-66-72-68 71-69-68-68 70-65-71-70

273 275 276 276 276

(-15) (-13) (-12) (-12) (-12)

Other South Africans T17 Porteous Haydn RSA

65-68-73-75 281 (-7)

Haydn Porteous leading the South African challenge on the European Challenge Tour.

RSA 71-68-69-69 277 (-3) € 12,004.00 RSA 71-68-68-71 278 (-2) € 9,220.00 RSA 73-67-79-75 294 (+14) € 2,595.00

European Tour order of Merit as of 26 October 2015

1 Mcilroy Rory 2 Willett Danny 3 Lowry Shane 4 Oosthuizen Louis 5 Rose Justin 6 Grace Branden 7 Dubuisson Victor 8 Wiesberger Bernd 9 Aphibarnrat Kiradech 10 An Byeong Hun Other Southern Africans 16 Van Zyl Jaco 26 Coetzee George 28 Schwartzel Charl 62 Aiken Thomas 68 Fisher Jnr Trevor 102 Fichardt Darren 129 Van Der Walt Tjaart 136 Walters Justin 140 Otto Hennie 141 Kruger Jbe 145 Van Tonder Danie 143 Roos Jake 150 Mulroy Garth 163 Bremner Merrick 179 Horne Keith 186 Bekker Oliver 194 Frittelli Dylan

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NIR ENG IRL RSA ENG RSA FRA AUT THA KOR

10 20 15 10 12 16 19 22 22 23

€ 3,268,695.00 € 2,869,310.00 € 2,651,219.00 € 2,559,207.00 € 2,528,224.00 € 2,158,498.00 € 1,908,858.00 € 1,874,280.00 € 1,843,008.00 € 1,665,906.00

RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA

22 19 16 19 22 27 17 19 20 31 11 28 20 17 8 7 7

€ 1,440,748.00 € 980,489.00 € 937,127.00 € 525,165.00 € 513,075.00 € 271,800.00 € 173,907.00 € 149,075.00 € 146,407.00 € 142,659.00 € 136,769.00 € 138,929.00 € 117,469.00 € 96,914.00 € 72,091.00 € 65,606.00 € 55,781.00

European Challenge Tour order of Merit as of 26 October 2015 1 2 3 4 5

Ricardo Gouveia Sebastien Gros Borja Virto Astudillo Björn Åkesson Nacho Elvira

Other Southern Africans 13 Haydn Porteous 19 Brandon Stone 67 Dean Burmester 72 Oliver Bekker 87 Justin Walters 135 Dylan Frittelli 199 Thriston Lawrence 213 Zander Lombard

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€ € € € €

157,592.00 153,612.00 135,432.00 101,101.00 94,545.00

RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA

16 18 6 12 10 6 5 9

€ € € € € € € €

74,033.00 65,979.00 22,267.00 19,591.00 15,960.00 7,650.00 639.00 360.00

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LADIES EUROPEAN TOUR

French Riviera Masters Terra Blanche Hotel & Golf Resort, 2 - 4 Oct 2015 1 Brown Simon T2 Franco Angel Lane Barry T4 Broadhurst Paul Marks Gary

ENG PAR ENG ENG ENG

66-68 67-69 72 64 71-67 69- 69

Other South Africans T26 Williams Christopher RSA 74-70

134 136 136 138 138

(-10) (-8) (-8) (-6) (-6)

144 (0)

€ € € € €

60,000.00 34,000.00 34,000.00 20,040.00 20,040.00

€

3,400.00

European Seniors Tour order of Merit as of 26 October 2015 1 2 3 4 5

Colin Montgomerie Peter Fowler Barry Lane Gordon Manson Philip Golding

SCO AUS ENG AUT ENG

4 11 10 9 11

€ € € € €

614,011.00 207,578.00 152,693.00 139,922.00 105,326.00

Other South Africans 25 Christopher Williams

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Lee Anne Pace leading the South African challenge on the Ladies European Tour, as well as the LPGA Tour.

European Ladies Tour order of Merit ad of 26 October 2015 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Shanshan Feng Nicole Broch Larsen Suzann Pettersen Melissa Reid Gwladys Nocera Beth Allen Emily Kristine Pedersen Rebecca Artis Nanna Koerstz Madsen Charley Hull

Other South Africans 11 Lee-Anne Pace 37 Ashleigh Simon 41 Nicole Garcia 45 Stacy Lee Bregman 108 Connie Chen 121 Melissa Eaton 122 Monique Smit 141 Laurette Maritz

Chi Den Nor Eng Fra Usa Den Aus Den ENG

4 15 4 13 15 16 12 15 14 10

€ € € € € € € € € €

306,213.41 226,917.29 223,735.56 219,150.57 203,740.90 165,086.32 162,203.41 154,269.20 130,999.29 129,236.34

RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA

4 5 10 10 13 5 5 7

€ € € € € € € €

126,457.08 46,243.84 40,742.14 37,972.35 10,056.25 7,030.00 6,634.61 3,712.50

Official World Golf Rankings

LPGA order of merit as of 26 October 2015 1 Lydia Ko 2 Inbee Park 3 Stacy Lewis 4 Sei Young Kim 5 Lexi Thompson 6 Amy Yang 7 So Yeon Ryu 8 Shanshan Feng 9 Anna Nordqvist 10 Morgan Pressel

NZL KOR USA KOR USA KOR KOR CHI SWE USA

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

2,758,417.00 2,370,096.00 1,832,425.00 1,727,436.00 1,625,836.00 1,395,927.00 1,230,303.00 1,079,711.00 962,032.00 959,265.00

23 23 24 25 21 22 23 20 24 26

Other South Africans 42 Lee-Anne Pace 88 Paula Reto 117 Ashleigh Simon

RSA RSA RSA

$ $ $

367,231.00 102,187.00 40,831.00

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Jason Day Jordan Spieth Rory McIlroy Bubba Watson Rickie Fowler Justin Rose Henrik Stenson Dustin Johnson Jim Furyk Zach Johnson

AUS USA IRE USA USA ENG SWE USA USA USA

12.18 12.09 10.91 8.19 7.58 7.57 7.28 6.47 6.45 4.88

40 52 45 44 52 53 52 51 40 52

Other South Africans 13 Louis Oosthuizen 22 Branden Grace 52 Charl Schwartzel 75 Jaco Van Zyl 77 George Coetzee 125 Tim Clark 128 Brendon de Jonge 137 Dean Burmester 146 Rory Sabbatini 152 Thomas Aiken 165 Ernie Els

RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA RSA ZIM RSA RSA RSA RSA

4.39 3.57 2.40 1.95 1.90 1.36 1.31 1.26 1.21 1.16 1.09

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Mossel Bay’s golf property values on the rise

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ooking for property on the Mossel Bay Golf Estate or at Pinnacle Point Beach & Golf Resort? Now’s the time to invest, says Seeff Mossel Bay licensee, Kaaiman Schutte.

“Estate living is a global trend that’s become particularly popular in South Africa, where a variety of residential, golf, and leisure estates have been developed over the past decade - and the trend shows no signs of slowing,” he said.

In Mossel Bay, he said, Pinnacle Point and the Mossel Bay Golf Estate offer secure lifestyles in dramatically beautiful settings.

“Both offer access to high quality recreational facilities, and, because of their sense of community, residents have good control over estate expenditure and development.”

(The Pinnacle Point Homeowner’s Association recently announced extensions to its club house, which include the construction of a wellness centre, a heated indoor swimming pool, a beauty salon, a kiddies’ entertainment centre, and conference facilities for up to 80 people.)

Kaaiman said that the market for primary residential properties in South Africa has been recovering over the last two years.

“The leisure market in coastal towns like Mossel Bay which includes the golf estates - has shown significant growth since the last quarter of 2013,” he said. “But this isn’t unusual: we always see a pick-up in primary housing sales before secondary and leisure property buyers return to the market.

“It appears that the renewed interest in second homes was driven by value chasers who took heed of talk that both

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demand and prices are on the rise. Banks have also become more lenient in mortgage lending.”

Mossel Bay Tourism’s Marcia Holm said that the town itself is growing in popularity as an investment destination.

“It isn’t hard to see why,” she said. “It’s well managed, safe and clean, and it offers excellent infrastructure (including private schools and the best-equipped hospital in the Western Cape outside of the Cape Town Metropole) - and an unparalleled lifestyle that anyone would envy.”

Kaaiman said that buyers who’ve shown interest in Mossel Bay include retirees, married couples with young children, young single professionals, and foreign residents alike.

“They’re all buying for similar reasons,” he said. “They want security for their families; they enjoy golf, nature and other recreational activities; and they’ve seen how the demand for this type of housing has created investment opportunities that will appreciate in value or generate good rental income over the medium and longer term - all of which they can find here in Mossel Bay.”

More information:

Mossel Bay: www.visitmosselbay.co.za Mossel Bay Golf Estate: www.mosselbaygolfestate.co.za Pinnacle Point Beach & Golf Estate: www.pinnaclepointestate.co.za Seeff Mossel Bay: www.seeff.co.za/eastern-cape/mossel-bay.html

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Insight on raising a prodigy who is anything but at home.

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lot has been made about a new generation in golf -- the last seven PGA TOUR events dating back to the end of last season have been won by players in their 20s.

Headlining that group this year was Jordan Spieth, with two majors, a FedExCup and a spot atop the Official World Golf Rankings, among numerous other accolades.

Just as much has been made about Spieth’s behavior and personality off the course. He’s polite, low key and despite having cashed north of $22 million in just on-course earnings this year, doesn’t seem to have changed all that much.

Why not? His mom Christine recently opened up to Purpose2Play.com, a website that focuses on the positive influence families have on today’s rising young stars, and offered some terrific insight.

“At the end of the summer, Jordan asked us, ‘Do I have to do this next year, because I think I’d rather be out there,’ and he pointed to the golf course,” Christine Spieth told the website. “Remember, he’s eight years old, and the kids he sees out there are 14 or 15. “My husband, Shawn, had taken the boys to the driving

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range because he liked to go, but neither of us were big golfers. I played basketball, Shawn played baseball; golf was a hobby but never a real sport on our radar.”

Still, both of Spieth’s parents thought their eldest son would end up playing baseball in college -- he was a lefty pitcher on a travel team and had also played quarterback as a kid.

The lure of golf was too great for Spieth, however, and he eventually gave up everything else to focus on golf.

The rest, of course, is history.

As for what has kept Spieth fairly grounded during his meteoric rise, it again traces back to family. He has a special needs sister and he doesn’t get special treatment during his visits home.

“I think the reason that Jordan has stayed so grounded is that when he’s at home, he’s never been ‘the phenomenal Jordan.’ He’s Steven’s and Ellie’s brother, our son. It has never been all about Jordan,” Christine Spieth said on Purpose2Play.com. “You’re not going to find a lot of golf trophies in our house. We do have his John Deere trophy here because he doesn’t want to fill his house with golf trophies. That’s the place he goes to get away from golf, to just be a regular person.”

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3 eiers 6 eetlepels bulgaarse joghurt sout en varsgemaalde swartpeper na smaak

Verhit jou oond tot 180 °C. Verhit die olie in ’n pan en braai uie tot sag en effens bruin. Voeg die kerriepoeier, borrie en appelkooskonfyt by en braai liggies vir sowat 2 minute. Haal die pan van die hitte af. Meng die uiemengsel en die res van die bestanddele behalwe die lourierblare by die Maalvleis. Meng goed en geur met sout en varsgemaalde swartpeper. Plaas die mengsel in ’n oondbak van sowat 30 x 25 cm en druk die lourierblare bo-op. Sit in die warm oond en bak vir 15 minute. Klits intussen die eiers en Joghurt saam en geur met sout en swartpeper. Haal die bobotie uit die oond en gooi die eiermengsel oor. Plaas terug en bak verder vir nog 25 minute.

Wenk: Sit voor met Geelrys & n Kombinasie van Perske Blatjan, n Tamatie, Uie & Komkommer Salsa & Piesang gerol in klapper vlokkies.

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Uit die joggie se “bek” Deur Wynand Stander.

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joe, maar die jaar het darem ongelooflik vinnig gevlieg! Nog net twee maande oor en 2015 is op sy rug. Wat ‘n ongelooflike jaar was dit nie op die gholfbaan vir “Team Louis” nie. 2015 het so met rukke-en-stote begin en as ek eerlik moet wees, was ek bietjie bekommerd veral met Louis se rug en nek beserings gedurende 2014.

Maar die Groot Boek sê mos, “bekommer jou nie oor die dag van môre nie”, so ek moes seker van beter geweet het. Vele top 10 posisies, ‘n tweede plek in beide die Amerikaanse Ope en Britse Ope, 12de op die wêreld ranglys, beste verdienste sedert Louis professioneel begin speel het asook onoorwonne in die Presidents Beker. So wat nog; dalk ‘n wen in een van die laaste paar toernooie van die jaar? Ek dink beslis dit is moontlik.

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Ek is nou weer opi sak vir twee toernooie in China en ook die Europese toernooi afsluiting in Dubai, “The Race to Dubai” en dan is dit weer Greg se beurt vir Leopard Creek en Sun City.

Greg was ook op die sak by die Presidents Beker en hy was net vol lof vir die manier hoe Louis en Branden (Grace) hulle opposisie kaf gedraf het.

Louis en Charl het in die verlede as ‘n kombinasie saam gespeel maar nou dat Louis en Branden onoorwonne was in die span kompetisies (‘n nuwe rekord vir die Presidents Beker) glo ek nie weer hulle sal sommer geskei word nie. Hulle twee het elke dag aggresiewe gholf gespeel en die gholfbaan behoorlik aan die brand gespeel. Louis en Branden het hulle goeie gholf ook na die enkelspelle geneem en beide was dus onoorwonne vir die hele toernooi – Louis het sy enkelspel wedstryd met ‘n uitstekende arend set op die 18de putjie gehalveer en Branden het sy wedstryd oortuigend

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S P E C I A L F E AT U R E - U I T D I E J O G G I E S E B E K gewen. Louis het dus 4.5 punte en Branden ‘n voltal 5 punte vir die week ingesamel. Well done manne. Ek dink hulle twee gaan nog vir baie jare in die Presidents Beker speel, so dit voorspel baie goeie tye wat voorlê. Van die Presidentsbeker gepraat; Nick Price het uiteindelik sy sin gekry deur dat die formaat verander is. Die totale wedstryd telling is van 34 na 30 verminder en dit het veroorsaak dat die twee spanne se totale telling baie nader aan mekaar gekom het en die Internasionale span baie amper die toernooi kon beklink het. Dit het gemaak dat Sondag se individuele kompetisie baie meer opwindend was om te volg en ek dink gholf was beslis die wenner met die aanpassing.

Na ‘n baie kompeterende en spanningsvolle week kuier die twee spanne lekker saam en word vriendskapsbande gesmee. Dit is een van die goeie dinge van die Presidents Beker soos hierdie fotos van getuig.

‘n Ander baie goeie gebaar is dat die spelers nie betaal word om in die Presidents Beker te kompeteer nie. Elkeen van hulle kry ‘n bedrag geld vir die liefdadigheids organisasie van hulle keuse. Louis en Nel-Mare het die Louis 57 Foundation waardeur hulle verskeie liefdadigheids projekte ondersteun. Een van hulle is die Leolan Academy in Mosselbaai wie na kinders met spesiale behoeftes omsien.

Louis is huidiglik in die derde posisie op die “Race to Dubai” ranglys met net Danny Willet en Rory Mcilroy ‘n kort-kop voor hom. Louis is oorgehaal om sy beste te doen om die “Race to Dubai” titel te wen en as hy goeie vorm vind hier teen die einde van die jaar kan ‘n baie goeie jaar in ‘n fantastiese jaar verander. Die twee toernooie in China gaan ‘n baie goeie begin wees vir sy aanslag op hierdie titel so maak seker dat julle vanaf 8 November na die HSBC World Golf Championships kyk asook na die MBW Masters vanaf 15 November. Die DP World Tour Championships in Dubai is dan die jaar se afsluiting wat gespeel word vanaf 22 November. Voorwaar ‘n opwindende gholf program wat voorlê.

Louis het verlede jaar tweede gekom in die Alfred Dunhill toernooi by Leopard Creek, hy hou baie van die baan, dus het hy goeie herinneringe van die toernooi wat dan net na die toernooi in Dubai volg. Ek verneem hulle het ‘n topveld gekry vir die Nedbank Challenge

by Sun City. Die name van Danny Willet, Tomas Aitken en Hendrik Stenson is reeds genoem en Louis het ook reeds gekwalifiseer maar daar is blykbaart nog ‘n paar “groot name” wat bevestig is vir hierdie jaar. Hou gerus die pers dop!

Geniet julle gholf, ondersteun ons Suid- Afrikaanse spelers en mag julle ‘n fantastiese feestyd beleef.

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SA pair through to LPGA Q-School Final

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unshine Ladies Tour winner Stacy Bregman and Stage 1 medallist Bertine Strauss are heading for the Final Stage of the LPGA Qualifying School in December after both players made the grade in the Stage II qualifier last month.

Ladies European Tour winner Connie Chen and fellow South African Ulrika van Niekerk both failed to make the cut, however, all the players who missed the cut but completed 72 holes automatically received Symetra Tour status for 2016.

The South African pair struggled at the start of the 72hole examination, but rallied over the weekend to tie for 28th on nine-over-par 297.

Bregman carded rounds of 75, 80, 72 and 70, while Strauss posted 75, 78, 71 and 71 to finish in the bus alongside Ladies European Tour winner Rebecca Artis and Symertra Tour champion Breanna Elliott from Australia, as well as Fiona Puyo, Budsabakorn Sukapan from Thailand, Norway’s Caroline Martens and American Ginger Howard.

A total of 85 players from the 195-strong field qualified for Final Stage and Bregman and Strauss will join compatriot Ashleigh Simon at the LPGA International Golf Course from 2 – 6 December.

Simon, a two-time Ladies European Tour winner and four-time Sunshine Ladies Tour champion, kept her card for next 2016 season, but hopes to improve her ranking for 2016 with a top 20 finish at Final Stage.

Only players in the top 20 finish receive Category 12 cards for the LPGA Tour, while the players that finish between 21 and 45 will gain conditional cards.

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DRAKENSBERG GARDENS

FROM PHENOMENAL GOLF TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS

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ooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort, known for its spectacular view of the unforgettable Southern Drakensberg, crisp mountain air, rejuvenating clear streams and azure blue skies, is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts looking forward to a golfing weekend away or adventure-filled holiday.

A golfer’s paradise, the resort prides itself on the renowned Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf Club, the only 18-hole golf course in the Southern Berg (NGU affiliated). Known to be challenging but fair, the course is ideal for all golfers from seasoned professionals to the first time player.

Gooderson Drakensberg Gardens Golf Club boasts the most spectacular views of the Rhino Horn Peak and Lake Kwanyoni boating and trout fishing dam with a beautiful clubhouse, unspoilt fairways and arresting greens that are kept in perfect playing condition throughout the year. The Club’s membership has been increasing every year and now has over 2000 members. Having undergone an upgrade, the course now has an improved appearance with new bridges, cart paths, improvement on the level of the tee-boxes, as well as the additional golf carts.

Not only does the resort offer a first class golfing experience, but there is also an array of adventurous activities for families. 2015 has seen a number of exciting new editions, with the introduction of a zip line called “The Rinkhals” that stretches from half way up the Beacon Hike down to the Adventure Park, a cricket Field with netted pitch and field, based inside the BMX track (great for all ages, especially father and son bonding) as well as a bow range at the Adventure Park for archery enthusiasts. (completion date: end November 27, 2015) More adventure-based activities include a the 12km custom built mountain biking track which passes by the resort’s picturesque dam, through the golf course as well as the lush pine forest and is suitable for all riders of all levels, horse-riding which can be booked for beginners all the way through to seasoned veterans, a mini-animal farm, putt-putt, swimming pool with slide and even something for mom – an on-site spa, wellness centre complete with sauna and jacuzzi.

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Happy 80th Mr. Player “Age is just a number. Years wrinkle your skin but a lack of enthusiasm wrinkles your soul. Best. GP” Exactly one month before Gary Player reached another milestone in his life, he posted this quote on his Twitter account. This just reiterates what many know already; the Black Knight has no intention of sitting back and letting life pass him by.

He is as active now as he was when he was at the peak of his career. His dedication to his daily exercise routine and dietary schedule proves that Mr. Player is a true living legend.

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Sunshine Tour: 73 wins, All-time record holder PGA Tour: 24 wins (including majors) Majors: 9 (regular), 9 (senior) wins Champions Tour: 19 wins PGA Tour of Australasia: 18 wins Others across the world: 27 wins European Senior Tour (and others, including majors): 12 wins Total: 167 professional wins

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Rule changes for 2016

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very four years the R&A and USGA update the Rules of Golf. Last month they released the changes, which would be effective from January 2016 and there are four that people will be focusing on.

1. Rule 14-1b – This rule relates to the “anchoring of the putter” against your body. This will no longer be allowed. Although you can still use a long putter, it may not rest against your body. The penalty is loss of hole in match play and 2 shots in stroke play.

2. Rule 18-2b – The clarity of HD television has forced a change to this rule. Previously a player was penalized for his ball moving after address even if the player could not see it with his naked eye. Now a player will only be penalized if he caused the ball to move.

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3. Rule 6-6d – In future a player will not be disqualified if he hands in his card and is then penalized for something that happened during the round. The penalty will be added to the score on the card. In all other cases in which a player returns a score lower than he actually had, the penalty will continue to be disqualification.

4. Rule 14-3 – deals with “artificial devices”. In future if a golfer used an artificial device such as a distance finder in a competition where they were not allowed, he/she will not be disqualified, but rather, the penalty in strokeplay will be 2 shots and in match play, loss of hole. However, the penalty for subsequent breach of rule will continue to be disqualification.

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SPECIAL FEATURE - CELEBRIT Y GOLFER PROFILE

Jean Deysel

Springbok and Sharks loose forward 1. Where were you born and which schools did you attend?

I was born in a small town in the Free State, Virginia and I went to school in town as well; Primary school Virginia Volkskool and High school Hentie Cilliers.

2. Did you play for SA schools?

No. 3. Who did you first play provincial rugby for?

My first game was for the Griffons at u/19 level.

4. What made you move to Durban?

I met with Dick Muir at OR Tambo airport and he gave me an opportunity to move down on a trial basis for a month and I have not been able to leave since then.

5. What do you think of next years expanded 18-team format for Super Rugby and can the Sharks regain their past form and be contenders for the title?

Super Rugby is the toughest competition on the calendar and the format will be different next year but it will be new to all the teams. We are working extremely hard in the off season right now not just to be contenders in the competition but to bring some pride back!

6. What has been your most memorable moment on the rugby field?

In 2009, making my Springbok

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debut and representing my country will always be right up there but the most memorable one must be winning the Currie Cup with the Sharks in 2008.

7. You spent some time last year playing for Japanese Top League team Toyota Verblitz, can you tell us a bit about that?

One word, Different!!! Toyota is one of the best companies in the world and they have a great rugby side and to see how they mix the two, taking a bit of both is amazing. It was a great experience for me and my family. Not just the rugby but the lifestyle and culture as well the Japanese who are phenomenal people.

8. Given your experience in Japan where you overly surprised at Japan beating the Springboks in their opening game of RWC? To be honest I think they surprised everybody!

The Japanese have a massive work ethic, whether it is with the company or on the rugby field they work extremely hard and they are developing as a rugby Royal Ascot nation. In the bigger picture the win over the Boks is massive for them in hosting the World Cup in 2019 and for Super Rugby next year.

9. Craig Joubert has been taken to the cleaners in some quarters for his referring of the Scotland/ Australia quarter final at RWC. What did you think of the whole affair?

Craig is a great ref and has been the best in the world for a couple of years. In my experience with him in the games I was involved in and he was in charge he was always calm and cool headed and saw the game from a player’s point of view. He

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SPECIAL FEATURE - CELEBRIT Y GOLFER PROFILE always has a chat afterwards and explains what he saw and felt to better himself from a player’s perspective.

10. Who do you rate as the best flanker that the game has ever seen?

Some one I played with Jacques Botes not just as a player but person as well.

11. Where do you like to go to relax and get away from it all?

Fishing, crazy about it.

12. What are your goals for the coming years?

Be fitter than I ever was and be the ultimate team man putting the team first every weekend.

GETTING ON TO GOLF

• When did you start to play golf?

In 2004, my first year out of school.

• Have you ever had a hole-in-one?

What is that??

• What is your current handicap?

That depends on who I play with, if it’s with the forward it’s a 18 and with the backs it’s a 24- have to beat the backs!

• Do many of the Sharks players play golf?

Yes, a lot of them get lessons as well but they will never admit it. Hey Odwa?

• Are you a member of a golf club?

Yes Durban Country Club.

• Which is your favourite golf course?

Virginia as there are no water holes on the course.

• If you had to play a round of golf with one club, which one would you choose?

Driver, not my safest club but the one I enjoy the most!

• Do you walk or take a cart?

Cart.

• Your ideal fourball would be?

Will Ferrell, Robert Downey Jr, Kate Beckinsale and myself.

Hopefully none of them can play too well, so I can win a round.

• Your favourite golfer is?

Tiger Woods, as he is the one that I have followed since I was a kid.

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KIDS STUFF

Turning back the clock is the Golfer from the past?

WHO

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An American born in Springfield, Missouri he won three majors in his career, the last of which occurred only months before his untimely death at the age of 42.

He was supposed at the time to have the biggest wardrobe of all professional golfers.

He won the PGA Championship in1989 and the U.S. Open in 1991 and 1999.

He represented the United States on 5 Ryder Cup teams and was known for his patriotic passion for the event, once saying of his European opponents, “On paper, they should be caddying for us.”

He was a favorite of photographers because of his ivy caps and patterned pants, which were a cross between plus fours and knickerbockers a throwback to the once-common place golfing “uniform.”

The NFL paid our mystery golfer to wear the colours of the nearest pro football team in the area of the tournament to help promote the NFL.

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GREENKEEPING

NE WS CLIP

Rory McIlroy considered quitting European Tour

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ory McIlroy spent a fortnight in the air flying to and from tournaments in the past year, touching down at nearly 120 airports along the way.

Although this is time usually spent in the most cosseted of cabins, it also explains why he has no problem with Paul Casey potentially turning his back on the Ryder Cup. Indeed, McIlroy admits that he has considered following the Englishman’s example and resigning from the European Tour to help make his schedule easier to manage.

“I’ve definitely contemplated it,” the 26-year-old told BBC Sport. “You know, getting sick of the travel, getting sick of having to cross back and forth between tours.

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“The players on the European Tour have had endless dialogue about reducing the number of tournaments that you need to play.”

Players are required to compete in at least 13 events a year to retain their European Tour membership and remain in the Race to Dubai, althoughMcIlroy has been given special dispensation this year because of an ankle injury suffered in July, meaning he will play 12.

Only European Tour golfers are eligible to play for the continent in the Ryder Cup and Casey, who has a oneyear-old son and lives in the United States, will sacrifice a probable place at Hazeltine next year if he does not renew the membership he gave up in January.

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Tourism in Turkey

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The Montgomerie Maxx Royal, Belek

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Flying demand to supply

Top frequency markets to Turkey with Turkish Airlines (number of flights per week), 2015

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Golf in the Mediterranean and in Turkey

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Gloria Golf Resort, Belek

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Carya Golf Club, Belek

Distribution of golf supply in Turkey, 2015

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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

ACCOMMODATION

1x Luxury w/end for 8 to Langebaan Golf Estate. 4 BedroomLodge.

(West Coast). Self catering including a round of golf per person.

Total cost R 5 500-00.

Contact 083 293 0220.

KZN, MIDLANDS & DRAKENSBURG Champagne Sports Resort.

Weekend for two incl. all meals.

R2 500.

SWAZILAND

Royal Swazi Sun. 6 night stay for 2 including breakfast. R 6000.00.

Contact 083 293 0220.

Beautiful Plot for sale on stunning course. Nkonyeni Golf Estate. Next to 4th green. Proven a safe investment with high returns. Contact Kobus on 071 897 1285, or E-Mail : kobiep.11@gmail. com for more information.”

Luxury w/end for two to Euphoria Golf Estate. In the hart of the Waterberg region. Including b/b and a round of golf per person. (Naboomspruit)Total cost R 1 600-00. Contact 083 293 0220.

FREE STATE

Luxury w/end for two to Stonehenge River Lodge. (Parys). Including b/b.

Total cost R 1 000-00.

Contact 083 293 0220.

Drakensberg Gardens Golf & Spa Resort - 2 night weekend getaway for two - Bed & Breakfast and golf included. R 2 000-00 all in. Contact 082 705 8764.

Monks Cowl (Near Champagne Sports Resort) - 2 night weekend getaway for two - Dinner, Bed & Breakfast and golf included.

R 2 000-00 all in.

Contact 082 705 8764.

LIMPOPO

Luxury w/end for two to Monate Game Lodge (Nylstroom). In the hart of the Waterberg region. Including all meals and game drives. (Naboomspruit)Total cost R 3 000-00. Contact 083 293 0220.

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BAGS

Cobra imitation leather bag.

Very good condition. R 400-00.

Contact 082 440 9827.

Taylor Made synthetic stand bag.

R 600-00. Good condition.

Contact 082 440 9827.

CARTS

5 x Luxury w/end for two to Sunwa River Lodge. (Vaal River Parys) Including b/b.

Total cost R 1000-00.

Battery operated moonbuggy for sale. 3 months old – Ideal for golfers, last up to 36 holes when fully charged.

Can also be used as a mobility scooter.

Reason for selling: Storage space.

R 8 000-00 negotiable.

Contact 082 497 2249.

MPUMALANGA

DRIVERS

Luxury 4 night break for 6 to Mjejane Game Reserve on the banks of the Crocodile river in the Kruger Park.

Self catering. All in R6 000-00.

Contact 083 293 0220.

Luxury 7 night week stay at Kruger Park Lodge for 4 people.

Self catering. R 8 000-00.

Contact 083 293 0220.

Hotel Numbi. 3 nights stay for 2 people inlc. breakfast.

10km from Kruger National Park.

R1 500.

Contact: 083 293 0220.

WESTERN CAPE

Mosselberg on Grotto. 4 Star. Weekend stay for 2 including breakfast.

R 2000.00.

Contact 083 293 0220.

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Titliest Driver 910 D3 9.5 degree loft. Fijikura Rombax pro 95 stiff shaft.

R2 500.00 Contact: 081 464 6612 / 081 748 8988 Cleveland Classic 290 driver for sale.

It has 9.0 of loft with a 43” Stiff Miyazaki shaft. Still brand new and asking price is R1 750. Contact : montgf@unisa.ac.za / 082 853 9022.

Taylor Made R11. S driver & 3 wood.

Stiff shaft , as new R 4 000-00.

Contact 082 830 8880.

Callaway Alpha driver stiff stock shaft. As new. R 4 700-00.

Contact 082 805 4277.

Cobra bio cell driver (black&white) plus stiff shaft. As new. R 4 000-00.

Contact 082 805 4277.

SLDR 430 TP driver (only one in RSA).

Brand new. R 5 000-00.

Contact 082 805 4277.

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EQUIPMENT FOR SALE

FAIRWAY WOODS & HYBRIDS

Callaway 3 deep fairway wood.

R 2 600-00. As new.

Contact 082 805 4277.

Taylor Made Burner 3 Fairway wood 15deg. Good condition. R 800-00.

Contact 082 440 9827.

Titleist 980F 3 Fairway wood 15deg.

Good condition. R 800-00.

Contact 082 440 9827.

Taylor Made SLDR 15 degree, new.

R 1 500-00. Contact 082 375 7757.

Titleist 913 F and FD, fairway metal, new, with head cover. R 2 000-00.

Contact 082 375 7757.

IRONS

Titleist 735CM irons. Shafts S300.

R 4 000-00.

Contact 082 644 9041.

Mizuno MP 32 irons 3-PW, Dynamic Gold Lite R300 shafts.

As new - 10 rounds played.

R 2 500-00. Contact 082 440 9827.

Ping Eye 2 #1 iron. Good condition.

R 400-00. Contact 082 440 9827.

Ben Hogan Apex PC irons. 3-SW. Good condition. R 1500-00.

Contact 082 440 9827.

Cleveland TT, stiff flex brand new in the box. 4-SW. Only R5 000-00.

Get 3 new, Z stars balls included.

Contact 082 375 7757.

Cleveland 588 MB Forged Irons (3-PW) DG. R 10 500-00.

Contact 082 375 7757.

Cleveland 588 ALTITUDE STEEL (4-SW) R 5 750-00. Contact 082 375 7757.

Cleveland 588 ALTITUDE GRAPHITE (4-SW). R 6 650-00.

Contact 082 375 7757.

Mizuno JPX EZ forged, 4 to sandiron, XP105 Shaft. R 7 900-00.

Contact 082 375 7757.

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Titleist 714, AP1 irons (Longest Iron in Golf) 4-PW (stiff or regular flex).

New Dynamic Gold XP 95 shafts KBS tour and Dynamic gold s300/x100 shaft also available for this product. R 7 99900 or R 6 900-00. Contact 082 375 7757.

Ping G20 irons. Mint condition.

R 5 400-00. Contact 082 375 7757.

Miscellaneous

HD Golf Video Cameras R5500incl.

60fps simple plant point shoot. Contact Mike 079 443 2070 and 011 072 2881. website www.swingshot.co.za.

Sonacaddie Golf GPS V500. Pre-loaded with SA courses, excellent condition, full working order. Easily 2 rounds without re-charging. Complete with all accessories, instructions, box. R1200 or nearest. Johannesburg. Contact 082 652 1144.

PUTTERS

Nike Method mod, mallet putter.

Used, immaculate condition, great putter. R 2 000-00. Contact 082 375 7757.

PROPERTY

Land for Sale: Swaziland. Nkonyeni Golf Estate. Beautiful plot overlooking the 4th green. Prime position.

Close to all amenities.

Contact Kobus on 071 8971285.

Plot for Sale : Nkonyeni Golf Estate (Swaziland ). Situated on 4th Green.

Beautiful landscape. Close to all amenities on this magnificent Golf Course.

Please contact me on E-mail should you need more info. kobiep.11@gmail.com

WEDGES

Titleist Vokey SM 5 wedge series 46, 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62 and 64 degree wedges available. R1300-00 per wedge. Any 3 wedges R 3 750-00.

Contact 082 375 7757.

Taylor Made Spider Blade Putter with cover. R1 500.00. Contact: 081 464 6612 / 081 748 8988

Titleist Vokey SM 4 wedges (brand new). R 1 000-00 per wedge. Any 3 wedges R 2 750. Contact 082 375 7757.

Scotty Cameron putters with original grips shafts and head covers for sale.

Newport 2 studio select R1800. Contact 071 855 0000.

Cleveland Rtx Wedges. 54 & 60 degree X 100 shafts, brand new.

R 2 000-00 for both or R 1 100-00 per wedge. Contact 082 375 7757.

Newport 2.6 select black head 3 button centre shaft R2500 & Red X like new R1800.

Pretoria. Contact 071 855 0000.

Cobra BIG trusty rusty (new) 50 degree. R 650-00.

Contact 082 375 7757.

Nike Method 35 inch, slim 2.0 grip.

Great condition. R 750-00. Contact 082 375 7757.

Scotty Cameron Putter. KOMBI FACE balanced. 1st of 500. New. R 3 500-00. Contact 082 375 7757.

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SA GOLF TR ADER DIREC TORY

Golf Shops

GAUTENG Golf Clubs Akasia GC Avion Park GC Benoni CC Bronkhorstspruit GC Bryanston CC CMR GC Copper Leaf GE Dainfern GC Eagle Canyon GC Ebotse GC ERPM GC Germiston GC Glendower GC Glenvista GC Hillside GC Irene CC Jackal Creek GE Johannesburg CC Kempton Park CC Killarney GC Krugersdorp GC Kyalami GC Leeuwkop GC Maccauvlei GC Meyerton GC Modderfontein GC Observatory GC Parkview GC Pebble Rock GC Pollak Park GC Pretoria CC Pretoria GC Randpark GC Randfontein GC Reading GC Riviera on Vaal CC Royal Jhb & Kensington GC Royal Oak CC Services GC Silver Lakes CC Southdowns CC Springs CC State Mines CC Wanderers GC

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Waterkloof GC Wingate CC (012) 542-1309 Woodhill CC (011) 970-7000 Zwartkops CC (011) 849-5211 (013) 932-3940 Driving Ranges (011) 706-1361 Colbyn D/R (011) 472-8060 Grasslands D/R (012) 668-8900 Greenhills D/R (011) 875-0400 Jim and Jerrys’ D/R (011) 801-6611 Kimiad D/R & (011) 749-1638 Mashie Course (011) 826-2466 Observatory D/R (011) 827-7818 Panorama D/R (011) 453-1013 Sandy Bunker D/R (011) 432-3150 Six Fountains D/R (012) 546-1764 Verwey D/R (012) 667-1081 Wits D/R (011) 251-6721 Zwartkops D/R (011) 202-1620 (011) 970-1075 Golf Shops (011) 442-3880 (011) 660-4365 Second Chance (010) 594-0034 The Golfers Club (011) 466-2888 Edenvale (016) 422-1263 The Golfers Club (016) 362-0809 Fourways (011) 608-2033 The Golfers Club (011) 648-9574 West Rand (011) 646-5400 The Pro Shop (012) 808-0883 Woodmead (011) 362-6757 (012) 460-3372 (012) 386-6836 (011) 215-8600 (011) 693-5414 (011) 907-8906 (016) 430-1380 (011) 640-3021 (011) 740-0016 (012) 651-4411 (012) 809-2110 (011) 943-4448 (011) 362-5031 (011) 740-9962 (011) 447-3311

(012) 460-2542 The Pro Shop (051) 430-7313 (012) 997-1298 Bloemfontein (012) 998-0011 WESTERN CAPE (012) 654-2111

Golf Clubs (012) 342-3882 (082) 777-8912 (011) 828-9555 (011) 662-1603 (012) 997-2240 (011) 487-3898 (012) 661-0533 (073) 109-4239 (012) 809-0430 (082) 371 7323 (011) 717-9416 (012) 654-4830

(011) 440-0558 (011) 453-6352 (011) 465-9985 (011) 475-7519 (011) 602-8888

FREESTATE Golf Clubs Bethlehem GC Bloemfontein GC Clarens GE Clocolan GC Ficksburg GC Kimberly GC Kroonstad GC Ladybrand GC Oppenheimer Park Parys GE Schoeman Park GC Tempe GC Vaal de Grace

(058) 303-0940 (051) 447-0906 (058) 256-1270 (051) 943-1933 (051) 933-3711 (053) 841-0179 (056) 212-5169 (051) 924-3146 (056) 353-2131 (056) 818-1567 (051) 408-3811 (051) 402-1489 (056) 811-2013

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Arabella GC Atlantic Beach GC Bellville GC Bredasdorp GC Clovelly CC Devonvale GE Erinvale GC King David GC Kleinmond GC Langebaan GC Mowbray GC Paarl GC Parow GC Pearl Valley GC Rondebosch GC Royal Cape GC Shelley point CC Simonstown CC Somerset West GC Steenberg GC Stellenbosch GC Strand GC Westlake GC

(028) 284-0000 (021) 553-2223 (021) 913-3100 (028) 424-1855 (021) 784-2111 (021) 865-2080 (021) 847-1144 (021) 934-3056 (028) 271-3525 (022) 772-2112 (021) 685-3018 (021) 863-1140 (021) 930-2160 (021) 867-8000 (021) 689-4176 (021) 761-6551 (022) 742-1394 (021) 786-1233 (021) 852-2925 (021) 715-0227 (021) 880-0103 (021) 853-6268 (021) 788-2020

Driving Ranges Riverclub

(021) 447-3757

Golf Shops The Golfers Club Century City

(021) 555-3540

THE GARDEN ROUTE Golf Clubs Fancourt - Montagu / Outeniqua Fancourt - The Links Fynbos GCE George GC Goose Valley GE Kingswood GE Knysna GC

(044) 804-0183 (044) 804-0785 (042) 285-0321 (044) 873-6116 (044) 533-5082 (0861) 727-170 (044) 384-1150

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SA GOLF TR ADER DIREC TORY Mossel Bay GC Oubaai GE Pezula GC Pinnacle Point GR Plettenburg Bay GC Simola GE

Golf Shops The Pro Shop Bells Academy

EA STERN Golf Clubs Bushman Sands GC East London GC Fish River Sun GC Gonubie GC Hankey GC Humewood Links GC Jeffreys Bay GC Katberg GC Port Elizabeth GC Royal Port Alfred GC Shark River GC St Francis Bay GC St Francis Links Uitenhage GC Walmer Park GC Walmer CC West Bank GC Zwartenbosch GC

(044) 691-2379 (044) 851-1234 (044) 302-5300 (044) 606-5323 (044) 533-2132 (044) 302-9677

Prince’s Grant GC Royal Durban GC Sakabula GC San Lameer GC Scottburgh GC Southbroom GC St Cathryns GC Umdoni Park GC (044) 871-0620 Umhlali CC Umkomaas GC Victoria CC CAPE Wild Coast CC Windsor park GC (042) 231-8000 (043) 735-1356 (040) 676-1101 (043) 740-5645 (042) 284-0335 (041) 583-2137 (042) 293-2532 (040) 864-1010 (041) 374-3140 (046) 624-4796 (041) 581-6188 (042) 294-0467 (042) 200-4500 (041) 966-1868 (074) 259-1788 (041) 581-1877 (043) 731-1523 (042) 291-0569

Driving Ranges Harbour View D/R Londt Park D/R Walmer Woods D/R

(084) 622-7259 (041) 360-8707 (082) 372-8252

Golf Shops The Pro Shop - PE

(041) 363-0470

KZN Golf Clubs Amorello Game Lodge (035) 562-3182 Beachwood CC (031) 564-4257 Bluff National GC (031) 467-7448 Boschoek GC (033) 234-4232 Cathedral Peak GC (036) 488-1888 Cotswold Downs GC (031) 714-4432 Durban CC (031) 313-1777 Glengarry GC (033) 701-1355 Greytown CC (033) 417-2441 Kloof CC (031) 764-0555 Ladysmith CC (036) 637-3521 Margate CC (039) 317-2340 Maritzburg GC (033) 396-5755 Mt. Edgecombe CC (031) 539-5330 Port Shepstone GC (039) 695-0141

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Driving Ranges Lynton Hall Golf Academy Mt Edgecombe D/R University Dbn D/R Westville D/R

(039) 975-1502 (031) 502-3480 (031) 261-8062 (031) 265-0148

Golf Shops The Golfers Club Umhlanga The Pro Shop Durban

(031) 566-5292 (031) 263 0034

LIMPOPO Golf Clubs Elements Private Golf Reserve Euphoria GC Hans Merensky GC Kameeldoring CC Koro Creek GC Naboomspruit GC Polokwane GC Swartklip GC Univ. of Limpopo GC

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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THE P.G.A. of (011) 485-1370 (018) 462-6696 South Africa (018) 386-3086 (012) 207-9102 To be listed in the (014) 574-4111 (018) 473-2899 SA Golf Trader directory, (012) 244-8000 please contact (018) 293-0210 (014) 597-1814 Neville on 082 705 8764 or (012) 244-3000 Louis on 083 293 0220 or (082) 804-2780

Driving Ranges Jim & Jerrys

(013) 755-6156 (013) 757-0960

(014) 743-5000 Golf Shops (013) 757-1264 (015) 781-3931 The Pro Shop (015) 491-5563 Nelspruit (014) 717-1181 LESOTHO (014) 743-1963 (015) 295-4118 Maseru GC (00266) 223-21164 (014) 786-0186 (015) 268-2183 NAMIBIA Windhoek CC

Klerksdorp GC Leopard Park GC Magaliespark GC Mooinooi GC Orkney GC Pecanwood CC Potchefstroom GC Rustenburg GC Sandy Lane GC Seasons Eco Golf Estate

(017) 620-1188 (017) 687-0122 (082) 888-0188 (017) 617-1145 (013) 737-5000 (013) 791-2406 (013) 235-3391 (013) 744-0958 (013) 282-6176 (017) 793-3074 (013) 764-2282 (013) 737-7311 (017) 719-1123 (013) 686-9660 (074) 259-1788 (013) 751-3781 (013) 656-3109

Driving Ranges

Broham D/R (014) 736 6910 Riverside Golf Park

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L AUGH OUT LOUD

Something Funny!

Ladies Tee A man was addressing the ball when an announcement came over the loud-speaker: “Will the gentleman on hole number one please not hit from the Ladies’ tee box.”

The man backs away, a little distracted, then approaches his ball again. As he does, the same announcement comes over the loud-speaker: “Will the gentleman on hole number one please not hit from the Ladies’ tee box.”

The man is getting irritated now, and after backing away from his shot, approaches his ball one more time. This time the announcement came: “We really need the gentleman on hole number one to move off of the Ladies’ tee box!”

To which the man turns around and yells: “And I really need the announcer to shut up and let me play my second shot!”

Dear Abby, I’ve never written to you before, but I really need your advice. I have suspected for some time now that my wife has been cheating on me. The usual signs. Phone rings but if I answer, the caller hangs up. My wife has been going out with “the girls” a lot recently although when I ask their names she always says, “Just some friends from work, you don’t know them.”

I always try to stay awake to look out for her coming home, but I usually fall asleep. Anyway, I have never approached the subject with my wife. I think deep down I just didn’t want to know the truth, but last night she went out again and I decided to really check on her. Around midnight, I decided to hide in the garage behind my golf clubs so I could get a good view of the whole street when she arrived home from a night out with “the girls”.

It was at that moment, crouching behind my clubs, that I noticed that the graphite shaft on my driver appeared to have a hairline crack right by the club head. Is this something I can fix myself or should I take it back to the pro shop where I bought it?

Signed, Perplexed

“It’s a new program,” the club starter explained. “All the seniors we hired live at the old folks’ home down the road.

But they are in terrific physical shape, and we’re just trying to help them earn a little extra money, get some exercise and stay young.”

Jim showed up at his golf club one day to discover that the club had begun a program using seniors as caddies. One day a week, the club replaced all its regular caddies with senior citizens.

“It’s a new program,” the club starter explained. “All the seniors we hired live at the old folks’ home down the road.

But they are in terrific physical shape, and we’re just trying to help them earn a little extra money, get some exercise and stay young.”

That sounded like a noble idea to Jim, so he set off to the first tee with his 75-year-old caddie. When Jim finished up on No. 18, the starter asked him how it went.

“Well,” Jim said, “my caddie was nice guy and he tried really hard. But his eyes were bad. He just couldn’t see far enough to help me find all my shots.”

The starter was apologetic. “I’m sorry. Come back next week and I promise I’ll get you a caddie who can see just fine.”

A week later, Jim returned. He headed to the first tee, and this time his caddie was 80 years old. Jim was a little worried, but his concerns disappeared after his first tee shot.

It was booming drive, around 300 yards but a little offline.

“Do you have it?” Jim asked, “I lost it in the sun.” “Don’t worry,” the elderly caddie replied, “I saw exactly where it landed.”

Jim and his caddie started up the fairway in the direction where the old man said he’d seen the ball. But Jim started to get a little worried when they began wandering a bit, the caddie seemingly unsure of the exact location.

“What’s the matter?” Jim asked, “I thought you said you saw where it went.”

“Oh, yes sir, I saw exactly where the ball went,” the caddie replied.

Senior Caddies Jim showed up at his golf club one day to discover that the club had begun a program using seniors as caddies. One day a week, the club replaced all its regular caddies with senior citizens.

“Then where is it?”

The caddie replied, “I’m sorry sir, but I forgot.”

Answers: Ball 2, Payne Stewart

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