Ross Golf Club’s annual programme of matches for its men members fully accommodates those who value this golfing format and the continuous improvement opportunities and meaningful relationships that can ensue.

For the top handicap Division 1 players, after the ‘A’ team in the care of Neil Lancett were 2018 North Glos Foursomes  League Division 1 Champions for the first time, a year of consolidation is the expected goal for 2019 with a less experienced squad now in the hands of Stephen Price as Captain and Simon Mills as Vice Captain. 

With six of their ten matches programme completed their target is justified with the team currently in 3rd place with six points, behind the Forrest Hills and Lilley Brook Clubs who share top places with eight points each. In their latest encounter the Ross team faced a daunting task away to Lilley Brook but returned home with a precious win by 3.5 points to 2.5 points after teenage newcomer Jayden Decloedt partnering Ross Jenkins secured a crucial win on their final hole to secure the half-point the team required for victory. The remaining three points were achieved by Jason Bolton/Tim Wyatt 2/1, Cam Haines/Alastair Watkins 5/4 and Simon Mills/Steve Wallbank 5/3. While the 100% win record in the six matches to date by 0.5 handicapper Cam Haines is worthy of recognition it is that clear team spirit has quickly been established with all members making a contribution and which bodes well.See this week’s paper for more stories like this, available in shops and as a Digital Edition now.