Talbot Trail Seniors hit the links

By Bob McLean

On a beautifully warm, dry June 1, there were 66 enthusiastic Talbot Trail seniors striving to improve their golf scores. We’re getting more roll because of the dry conditions, but not many of us will complain about this. The course is in excellent playing condition.

The closest to the pin was won by Ron McCracken’s excellent shot to within 5 feet of #9 pin. Super senior Dave la Bonte had the magic putter working as he drained a 15-foot putt to claim the long putt victory on #2.

Some of the seniors came fully prepared to improve their previous week’s score. Dutchy, although somewhat hobbled, still limped around the course with a dazzling 35. Masterful scores of 39 and 40 were earned by Joe Vrtel and Jim Pearson respectively. Three players who achieved impressive 41s were Joe Drummond, Rick Thompson and Arky. Phil Humphries and Chopper fired outstanding 42s. Ron Mc- Cracken and Tom Sasso produced brilliant results of 43 and 44 respectively. Four players came in with commendable 45s.

The Super Seniors played very well. Tom Hyatt played spectacularly as he scored a masterful 45 off the silver tees. Bob Freure also produced a terrific 47 from the silver tees. Playing off the gold tees, Dave la Bonte and Gerry Becigneul shot impressive results of 44 and 46 respectively. Murray Cascadden merited a superb 53.

Three players who came in with nifty 50 results were Andy Orsini, Dave Cohoon and Dave Chambers.

The league welcomed the following new members: Russell Alliett, Garry Morin, Paul Carioli and Dave Chambers. We trust these gentlemen will have fun playing with our members on the beautiful TT golf course. We also were pleased to welcome back Scoop Epplett and Ray Foster.

News update: Shannon Wiper and Tom Dunn are hoping to return to action in a few weeks. We also are hoping to see Wiz and Carl Robinson back in the swing of action in the near future.

Wife, almost in tears: “You think so much of your golf game you don’t even remember when we were married.”

Husband: “Of course I do, my dear. It was the day I sank that 30- foot tricky downhill putt for birdie.”

Just have fun!