Talbot Trail golfers battle the heat

By Bob McLean

On Tuesday, July 6 there were 58 senior league members who participated in their weekly golf game at Talbot Trail Golf Course. The numbers were a bit lower because of the intense heat, vacationing or possible health issues.

The closest to the pin on #9 was won by Shannon ‘the Cannon’ Wiper. Bummy caused Bobo to have a few tears as he drained a marvellous longer putt to win LP on #2.

There were 12 birdies: #1 Joe Vrtel and Dutchy; #2 Larry Hyatt; #4 Fuzzy; #5 Dave LaBonte and Fred Michano; #6 Arkey and Gerry Van Deven; #7 Arkey, Nasher and Dave LaBonte; #9 Dave Cohoon.

In the 80-85 grouping, Joe Vrtel continued his fantastic play by shooting a smooth 41. Placing second was Vic Reynaert with his inspiring 47. Neil Adamson scored a noteworthy nifty 50. Ed Woelk and Walter Balsam achieved very commendable 51s. Praiseworthy results were achieved by Conrad, Andy, Ken and Terry.

Tom Hyatt shot an impressive 45 to lead the Super Senior Silver Division. Bill Edwards played very satisfying golf to end up in second place.

The Super Senior Gold Division proved to be another excellent contest between Dave LaBonte and Gerry Becigneul. The day’s inspiring results were Dave 42 and Gerry 44. Murray Cascadden produced a very praiseworthy nifty 50. Erle Nash played superbly as he finished with a satisfying 51.

In the 70-79 division, Dutchy continued his masterful golf by shooting a 36. Bill Ward and Jim Pearson achieved terrific 41s. Superb results were scored by Bobo 42, Doug Langlois 43, and Chopper 44. Other noteworthy results came from these participants: Gus and OV 45s; Schmidty, Paul Carioli, Gary Hillier and Ron McCracken 46s; Bummy, Mac Hyatt and Dave Dent 47s; Larry Hyatt and Al Zanuttini 48s; and Dave Cohoon, Richard and Wayne Humber, Jerry Paine 49s. Scoop Epplett produced a sweet nifty 50!

The youth division played well. Leading the way with his spectacular 37 was Arkey. Shannon Wiper and Fred Michano fired excellent 39 and 40 results respectively. Fuzzy and Nasher shot terrific 41s. Other noteworthy scores were Gerry 45, Len 47, and Ed Fraser 53.

The league is beginning to plan for a scramble. The Willow Ridge excursion is on July 23.

When you play #8, stop to look at the oak tree and stone. Members miss Jim McKeen, a true sportsman, who passed away at 58.