Supplementary Scores
If you are unable to play in Club competitions for the following reasons, you can submit Supplementary Scores:
• work or family commitments
• unable to secure a start time on competition days
• if you no longer wish to play in competitions, but want to maintain your handicap

Before playing, you will need to sign the Supplementary Scores Register that will be kept in the Pro Shop and pay a £1.50 entrance fee before you play your round of golf and mark your scorecard ‘supplementary’. These rounds are to be played off the yellow tees for men and off the red tees for ladies, with a member of Haverhill Golf Club. You will need to post your signed and counter signed scorecard in the box supplied (marked Supplementary) located near the PSI system in the Clubhouse. Please note you will not be required to enter your score using the PSI system in this instance.

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Will include weekend shifts and staff cover.

Joshua Hulyer wins Junior Player's Championship

The Stonham Barns Junior Players’ Championship was held on Sunday November 27th. The event was split up into 4 age categories and Haverhill’s Joshua Hulyer won the Under 8 age category with a score of 38pts. Joshua has been very consistent and this was his 5th win in the 6 events he has played during 2011. In 2nd place was 8 year old Ethan Jones from Barnham Broom Golf Club and in 3rd place was James Black, a 7 year old from Ely City Golf Club. There will be another 8 events scheduled at Stonham Barns for 2012, starting in April 2012 and then monthly through to November. This latest win rounds off an excellent season for Joshua, who also played in the UK Kids Golf Final back in September, where he came 5th nationally in his age group.

Linda receives Volunteer Award for Club Development 
from Suffolk Golf Partnership

Linda Macfarlane, Chair of Haverhill Golf Club’s Junior Committee, was Awarded Volunteer of the Year for Club Development 2011 at a presentation evening organised by the Suffolk Golf Partnership. The Conference and Awards Ceremony was held on Tuesday 8th November at the David Lloyd Leisure Club in Ipswich. Also attending from Haverhill Golf Club were President Chris Briggs, PGA Head Professional Paul Wilby and Club Manager Karen Wilby.

Karen Wilby nominated Linda for the Award because of her involvement in recruiting new Junior Members, as well as her work in attaining the GolfMark High Achiever Award for Haverhill Golf Club. Club President Chris Briggs commented ‘Linda thoroughly deserves recognition for her enormous contribution, especially during the past three years, which has undoubtedly raised number of Junior Members and the profile of our Golf Club.’

Linda has been on the Junior Committee at Haverhill since she was Ladies’ Vice-Captain in April 2007 and she went on to Chair the Junior Committee from January 2008. In April 2009 Linda also took on the role of Junior Organiser on behalf of Haverhill Golf Club for County events. As a result, the fixture list has now been expanded for the Junior Section to include 8 interclub friendly matches, matches against the Ladies and Senior Sections of the Golf Club as well as competing for 14 Junior Cups and Shields. From 2009 onwards Juniors have been encouraged to take part in the East Region Pro-Am at Haverhill and some are also competing in the recently created Suffolk Junior Order of Merit.

The work Linda has put in has been rewarded in a number of ways. In 2011 the number of junior girl members increased to 13, more than double the target which had been set. Achieving the Golf Mark Award was a spring board for Haverhill’s Junior Academy and 7 of the top performing Junior Members improved their handicaps by an average of 22 shots each. Five of the Haverhill Juniors have recently been selected to represent Suffolk, playing for the U14, U16s and U18s County Teams. Haverhill Juniors notably won the Junior Team Handicap Cup in 2010 and they reached the semi-finals in 2011.

County Call up for Haverhill Juniors
Haverhill Juniors Liam Merritt and Michael Perrett were invited to the U16s and U18s County Trials held on Sunday 30th October at Aldeburgh Golf Club. It was a successful day for the Haverhill duo, as Liam secured a place in the U16s squad and Michael a place in the U18s squad.

The good news rounds of a successful year for Haverhill Juniors, as James Higham was recently selected to represent the B Team for the U14s squad after attending the trials on Sunday 16th October. Coaching for the Suffolk U14s Squad begins on November 6th, at Ufford Park in preparation for the 2012 season, where James will join Haverhill’s Lewis Whiting, who has already been selected for the Suffolk U14s A Team.

Success at Suffolk Junior Foursomes Championship
Haverhill Junior Chris Vince, partnered James Markham from Rushmere in the Suffolk Junior Foursomes Championship held on 28th October at Aldeburgh Golf Club. They finished runners up with a gross score of 76 nett 73 which was 3.5 shots behind the winners Robert Salter and Joshua Robertson of Hintlesham and Ufford Park respectively. Haverhill’s Lewis Whiting and his partner Laurence Staff of Aldeburgh were the Handicap Runners Up with gross 79 nett 71, just losing out on count back to Jack Cuthbert & Jack Levermore both from Thorpeness also with a nett 71.

A History of Haverhill Golf Club, by Doug Renyard

Doug Renyard, retired Manager of Haverhill Golf Club, has written and published a book about the Golf Club's evolution since it was created in the early 70's. A lot has changed since the days when the Club was a 9 hole municipal course owned by the Council...

The cost of the book is £10, and all profits will be donated to Club funds. Order forms are available from the Clubhouse or Office.

Doug will be celebrating the publication of his book at an evening on Tuesday 25th October from 7pm and would like to invite you and your guests along. RSVP by 21st October.

Houchen Wins Summer Matchplay Double!

Paul Houchen clinched Haverhill’s summer match play scratch event by winning the Signpost Paints Cup after beating Club Champion Andy Bareham in a nail biting final. Andy went 4 up after 10 holes, birdying holes 4, 5 and 6. In response, Paul played level par for the back nine and managed to level the match by the 16th. Paul went onto win the 17th and halved the 18th, despite his approach shot finding a greenside bunker, to win by 1 up. Paul recently won the Spencer Woods Cup after beating Haverhill Junior, Liam Merritt, which was also on 18th. This completed the double for Paul in 2011, to match the double he made seventeen years ago, back in 1994.

Haverhill Host 2011 Curry Cup Final

After winning the Curry Cup in 2009, Haverhill was invited to host the 2011 final held on Saturday 24th September. It was another Suffolk-Essex contest, this time between Stowmarket and Gosfield. The morning foursomes matches were dominated by Stowmarket who secured a 5-1 advantage by lunchtime. Gosfield managed to fight back during the singles matches and it was a more even contest with the afternoon result 6-6, however Stowmarket claimed the victory by 11-7 overall. Afterwards Haverhill’s Head Professional Paul Wilby and Club Manager Karen Wilby gave the prize presentation. Stowmarket Team Captain, Nick Ross thanked the hosts for their hospitality, the excellent condition of the golf course and their opponents, Gosfield, for the marvellous spirit in which the match was played. He went onto congratulate his team, stating ‘after having been the runners up on two previous occasions, it was a great achievement to finally win the Curry Cup’.

The wining team from Stowmarket

Maggie Vale Memorial Day 2011

The Maggie Vale Memorial Day was held at Haverhill on Tuesday 13th September. Once again, there was tremendous support for this event, held to raise funds for The Teenage Cancer Trust Unit at Addenbrookes and Little Princess Trust, in memory of Haverhill Member, John Vale’s daughter Maggie. This year the funds raised reached an impressive total of £2,500. The prize giving was made by Haverhill’s Head Professional, Paul Wilby and the results were as follows. Nearest the pin on 2nd was Pat McGarr, on 8th was Roger Hartley, on 12th was Mick Dalena, on 16th was Kevin Hayes. The longest drive for men was Matt Farlie and for ladies Kathy Bowman. Two first prizes were awarded; one for teams comprising players with an official handicap - Neil Farlie, Matt Farlie, Glenn Hughes and Paul Stevenson who scored 88pts, and another prize for the team that included players without an official handicap - Mick Dalena, Richard Parker, Pat McGarr and Neil Clayton who scored 91pts. In 2nd place were Kevin Hoyes, Steve Kiddy, Steve Alba and Conor O’Brien with 86pts and in 3rd place were Haverhill President, Chris Briggs, Dennis Harkness, Ian Dobbie and Karen Wilby. Afterwards John Vale thanked everyone for their support, kind generosity and for making the day a great success.

Haverhill Golf Club's Magnificent 7



When PGA Professional, Paul Wilby was appointed Head Professional at Haverhill Golf Club in September 2008, one of his aims was to create a Junior Golf Academy. This enabled Junior Members at the Golf Club to improve their skills during the 82 sessions a year set up by both Paul Wilby and Head Assistant Professional, Ollie Rush.

The top 7 juniors who have had their handicaps reduced since the set up of the Haverhill Junior Golf Academy have lost on average 22 shots per player. The Juniors not only attend the sessions, held every Saturday, and on Wednesday evenings through Spring and Summer, but are encouraged to participate in many of the Golf Club’s Adult and Junior competitions.

Paul Wilby, commented “Haverhill Golf Club has always welcomed Juniors into the Club, and when we started the Junior Academy it was clear that we had a bright future. This is being proven with the amazing progress that has and continues to be made within the Junior Section. I run two golf days a year to raise funds to support the Junior Academy, and through the generosity of Members and invited guests, I was able to implement this initiative.”

The Biggest Losers!!
1. Lewis Whiting 36 down to 8
2. Michael Perrett 36 to 7
3. Richard Boyles 30 to 8
4. Liam Merritt 30 to 7
5. Ellis Brown 28 to 11
6. Stephen Boyles 36 to 12
7. Daniel Bentley 26 to 15

Both Paul and Ollie have been instrumental in creating a very successful Junior Section through their coaching. During 2010, Haverhill won the Junior Handicap Team Cup and iIn 2011 the Haverhill Juniors reached the semi finals, but unfortunately lost to Ipswich Golf Club at Newton Green. Some of our Juniors have also participated in the Suffolk County Coaching Programme.

There are many benefits in being part of Haverhill’s Junior Academy. Not only do Juniors learn new golf skills and a sport for life, but also essential social skills, which can assist with their own personal development.

Club President, Chris Briggs added "Since Paul set up the Junior Academy at Haverhill, the improvement has been phenomenal. We have always been strong with our Junior Section, but we now have so much depth, and for the first time in the Club’s history, we have over 10 Junior Girl Members. The Members at Haverhill appreciate all the effort and commitment that both Paul and Ollie have given to our Junior Section.”

If you are interested in joining our Junior Academy, please contact Paul Wilby on 01440 712628

LADIES OPEN - 8TH SEPTEMBER 2011

Haverhill Golf Club hosted its Ladies Open event on Thursday 8th September 2011, where a total of 80 ladies representing 21 Clubs from the eastern region took part. The competition was played as a pairs better ball format, played off full handicap. Winning overall with 42pts were Karen Korzack and Christine Lynch-Bates from Fynn Valley Golf Club. In 2nd place with 41pts were Sally Cade and Claire Aldous from Newton Green, and in 3rd place with 40pts, Jackie Watson and Carmel Plant of Bury St Edmunds. The longest drive on 14th was won by Fay Allison of Brampton Park and nearest the pin on 8th was won by Patricia West of Ipswich. The best front 9 score was Sheila Williams of Fynn Valley and Libby Bate of Felixstowe Ferry with 19pts and the best back nine on count back was Sandra Parnell from Gosfield and Chris Darkins of Braintree with 22pts.

The Ladies Club Championship and Pam Ratford Trophy were played on Sunday 4th September. The Championship was divided into scratch and handicap competitions. Winning the Ladies Club Championship Trophy (scratch competition) with 86-93=179 was Karen Wilby and as a result she had her handicap reduced by 2 shots to 14. In 2nd place was Jackie Condon with 93-90=183 and in 3rd place Mary Sail with 91-95-186. The Handicap Trophy was won by Jackie Condon with a nett score of 147 on count back, from 2nd place Karen Wilby with a nett score of 147 and in 3rd place Catie Heathfield with a nett score of 149. Winning the Pam Ratford Trophy was Denise Walker with a nett score of 78, in 2nd place Ann Thompson with a nett score of 79 and in 3rd place Pauline Calmet with a nett score of 80.

The Junior Club Championship was played on Tuesday 23rd August 2011. The rain drizzled all morning and became heavier as the day progressed and considering the conditions, all the juniors performed extremely well in completing the 36 hole competition. Winning the scratch competition, to become Junior CAB Edwards Club Champion for 2011 was Chris Vince with a very commendable 71+79=150, in 2nd place was Michael Perrett 78+77=155 and in 3rd place Lewis Whiting 81+76=157. The handicap competition was won by Hayden Durrant with 90-23-67, followed by an excellent afternoon round of 86-23-63 to give a total nett score of 130.
Ollie Stevenson was the runner up with a morning round of 98-25-73 and an afternoon round of
92-25-67 to give a total nett score of 140. In third place was James Higham with a morning round of 80-16-64 and an afternoon round of 93-16-77 to give an overall nett score of 141.

Haverhill Golf Club hosted the Mixed Open on Thursday 19th August. The event was attended by 108 competitors representing 26 golf clubs, two of which were from the USA; Florida and Georgia. Those teeing off earliest had the best of the weather, and some excellent scores were returned. The prizes were: Ladies nearest the pin, Celia Twigg from Welwyn Garden City, Men’s nearest the pin, Brian Runham from Menzies. The best front 9 was won by Brian and Glenys Grove of Hintlesham and Newton Green with a score of 23pts and the best back 9 was won by Chris Williams and Norma Humphrey with a score of 22pts. The overall competition winners were John Daniels and Beverley Waspe from Stowmarket with a score off 44pts. In second place were Roger and Vilma Krinks from Chelmsford with 43pts and in 3rd place Jim and Lyn Cocksedge from Windermere, Florida with 41pts on count back. Club Captain Keith Brown and Lady Captain Marian Mercer made the presentation and thanked all the volunteers from Haverhill including retired Club Manager Doug Renyard and his wife Stella, Doreen Darbey, Mick Turner and Syd Gould, who assisted with organising the event and making the day a great success.

CLUB CHAMPION 2011 - ANDY BAREHAM

Haverhill’s Club Championship was contested on Saturday 13th August, with a field of 42 taking part to win the coveted F Johnson Cup. The Spencer Tatum Trophy was also up for grabs for those playing off a handicap between 10 and 18. Both competitions were played off scratch and some excellent scores were returned, notably that of Ed Baker, who shot a 1 under par gross 69 in the morning, 4 shots clear of the rest of the field. However Ed struggled to maintain his form during the afternoon round and finished with a gross 83, just outside the prizes with a total score of 152. However as a result of his morning round, Ed’s handicap was cut by 2 shots to 7. A single point separated the top three places for the Championship and winning The F Johnson Cup for an amazing fourth year in succession was Andy Bareham with an impressive score of 76 + 72 = 148.
In 2nd place was David Spittle on count back with 75 + 74 = 149 and in 3rd place Andy Fish with
75 + 74 = 149.

SPENCER TATUM TROPHY

The Spencer Tatum Trophy was won by Wayne Penman with a gross score of 78 + 82 = 160,
as a result Wayne’s handicap has been reduced by 1 shot to 12.
In 2nd place with Paul Bartlett with 83 + 78 = 161 and in 3rd place Mark Stanton 80 + 82 = 162.

2011 Seniors Open

The 2011 Seniors Open was held at Haverhill on Thursday 11th August. A strong field of 120 competitors took part in the pairs event, representing 30 golf clubs throughout the region. The results were: nearest the pin on 2nd Gary Goodchild from Five Lakes, nearest the pin on 8th Richard Sharp from Haverhill, nearest the pin on 12th Keith Spurden of Cannons Brook and nearest the pin in 2 on 18 Peter Baker from Girton. The pair with the best front 9 score were J Bridgeman & S Shaw from The Essex, the pair with the best back 9 were Paul Millikin & Tony Simpson from Kings Lynn & Newmarket. The overall competition winners with 40pts on count back were Ted Brewster & Peter Cundall of Flempton & Haverhill, in 2nd place Robert Barrett & Peter Merry from Bourn & John O’ Gaunt with 40 pts, and in 3rd place B Nicholas & L Lord from The Essex with 39 pts.

SUFFOLK JUNIOR CHAMPION 2011



Haverhill's Chris Vince took the honours at the Suffolk Junior (U18) Championship 2011 which was held on Tuesday 2nd August at Gorleston Golf Club. With two very consistent rounds of golf, Chris secured victory with a nett 68-69-137 to claim the trophy. The results were:

1st place Chris Vince (handicap 3) from Haverhill: 71 + 72 = total 143 (nett 137)
2nd place Josh Cottrell (scratch) from Ipswich: 74 + 70 = total 144 (nett 144)
3rd place James Markham (handicap 5) from Rushmere: 76 + 71 total 147 (nett 137)

photo courtesy of Suffolk Golf Union

This year's Junior Captain’s Day was held on Wednesday 3rd August, it was well supported by 12 boys, and 5 girls and all participants had a very enjoyable day, despite the very warm and humid weather conditions. Some notable results from the day included Alice Iron being the first girl to win the morning 18 hole medal competition with a nett score of 65, in 2nd place with a nett score of 66 was Hayden Durrant on count back from 3rd place Mitchell Davis also with a nett 66. The 18 hole morning stableford competition was won by Louis Martin with 40pts on count back from Joshua Hulyer also with 40pts. Winning the Abu Dhabi competition (lowest gross) for the girls was Alice Iron (101) and for the boys Michael Perrett (78). Winning the 36 hole stableford competition was Ben Bradnam with 71pts overall and in 2nd place was Edward Halpin with 57pts. Winning the Captain’s Day Cup, 36 hole Medal competition, sharing the same overall nett score, was Michael Perrett with 68-65-133 and Hayden Durrant with 66-67-133. Andy Martin, from the Junior Committee, organised the day's event and thanked all participants, parents and staff of Haverhill Golf Club for making the day such a success and for supporting this year's Junior Captain, Richard Boyles.

Seniors Champion 2011 - Eamonn Bareham
(scratch & handicap)

Dennis White - Veterans Cup Winner 2001

Dennis White, Seniors Captain: Mick Couzins & Eamonn Bareham

Eamonn Bareham seized the Scratch, Chris Briggs Trophy and Handicap, Paul Wallace Trophy to win the double in the Seniors Club Championship on Tuesday 26th July. After a tremendous round of golf, with a gross score of 71; 6 shots clear of his nearest rival, Eamonn’s nett score of 65 was also 3 shots clear of the rest of the field for the handicap competition. Winning the Veterans Cup with a score of 87-19-68 was Dennis White. Eamonn was runner up in the scratch competition last year, and he won the Seniors Club Championship back in 2009. Medal results: 1st place Eamonn Bareham 71-6-65, 2nd place Ivan Drury 85-17-68, 3rd place Dennis White 87-19-68, 4th place Eric Kiddle 79-10-69 on count back.

International Pairs Success for Haverhill Duo

Haverhill’s Andy Fish and Paul Houchen won their match on Sunday 24th July to qualify for the East Region final of the Golf Frontiers International Pairs Matchplay tournament. The match was very close throughout with the Haverhill pair going 1 up on the 4th with a birdie. Their opponents James Temperley (7) and Jim Temperley (11) from Caddington Golf Club near Luton managed to keep the match within a hole until the 18th when Paul and Andy won the 18th to finish 2up. They now go onto compete in the regional final at the DeVere Wokefield Park, Berkshire on 12th September, hoping to reach the national final at Wychwood Park in Cheshire at the end of September.

Haverhill’s Mixed Invitation was held on Saturday 16th July. The format was pairs, better ball, stableford and the results were extremely close with the places being decided on count back. The overall winners with a score of 39pts (on count back) were Brian Crosbee and his guest Mary Martin. In 2nd place was Haverhill’s President Chris Briggs and his guest Celia Pearson with 39pts (on count back) and in 3rd place also with 39pts were Doreen Crosbee and her guest Peter Martin. Mary Martin won nearest the pin on the 8th.

Haverhill’s Lady Captain, Marian Mercer, hosted her Lady Captain’s Day on Sunday 10th July. The men and junior boy’s 18 hole competition comprised teams of 3 with the best 2 from 3 scores to count. The winners were Richard Peck, John Stokes and David Peck with a score of 83pts. In 2nd place were Gerry Scott, Scott Turner and Roger Turner with a score of 80pts and in 3rd place were Del Thomas, Steve Bush and Gordon Price with 79pts.

Following on from the men’s competition was the Lady’s Medal Event. Winning the first major event of the year, The Lady Captain’s Cup, was Karen Wilby with a score of 87-16-71, just edging out Lady Vice Captain, Doreen Darbey with 98-26 -72 from 3rd place Sally Price with 99-24-75. Carol Day won the Stableford section with 24pts and the runner up was Jo Stokes with 18pts. Winning the Junior Girls Stableford Competition was Ailsa Patulo with 31pts and the runner up was Nicole Pike with 28pts. Mary Sail won nearest the pin on 2nd and Jackie Condon won nearest the pin on 8th and the longest drive on 10th. Sheila Playle had the only birdie of the day on the 2nd.

Jane Herrington, of the Haverhill Ladies Section, kindly donated premier tickets for Ascot Races for a raffle to raise funds for the Lady Captain’s chosen charity, EACH (East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices) and Marian Mercer thanked everyone for their generous support and making the day a big success.

On Wednesday 29th June, Haverhill Members Jim Walker and Peter Bowers just dipped out of a victory when they finished joint second with 42pts at the Richmond Park Norfolk Seniors Open, amongst a field of 56 pairs.

On Saturday 2nd July, the mixed match against Girton was played at Haverhill. Their were 6 pairs taking part from each Club, and the overall result was a commanding 5-1 victory for the hosts, although two of the matches were halved. The full results were (Haverhill players first): Gordon Price & Marian Mercer won 7&6 against David Upchurch and Joan Grayer, Roger Campbell & Anna Fairhead won 1 up against Bas Driver & Jaqui Story, Ted Fairhead & Jane Herrington halved their match against Drew Wilkins & Annie Wilkins, Brian Crosbee & Sheila Price won 2 up against David Curtis & Jean Curtis, Keith McCallum & Doreen Crosbee halved their match against Stewart Aitkin & Paula Aitkin and finally Peter Mercer & Pat McCallum won 2&1 against John Cooke & Sue Leadbeater.

The men's July medal was played on Sunday 3rd July. Following the success of the Pro-Am on Friday, a massive field of 96 entrants took part! The overall winner, with a fabulous nett 65, was Dennis Harkness who has now had his handicap cut to 6. The full results were: Division One: 1st place Dennis Harkness 72-7-65, 2nd place Andy Fish 71-4-67 (lowest gross), 3rd place Lewis Whiting 76-9-67. Division Two: 1st place Chris Williams 84-18-66, 2nd place Roger Turner 86-19-67 on count back, 3rd place Matthew Farlie 81-14-67. Division Three: 1st place Chris Shipp 87-21-66, 2nd place Andrew S Martin 88-21-67 on count back, 3rd place Mark Wray 91-24-67.

2011 PGA East Region Pro Am at Haverhill

Haverhill hosted its PGA East Region Pro Am on Friday 1st July. An impressive field of 43 Professionals and their teams of three amateurs took part in the event. Haverhill’s Head Professional, Paul Wilby, commented “it is down to the fabulous condition of our golf course that so many Professionals and amateurs took part” and he thanked the Golf Club staff, PGA Organisers and volunteers for all their hard work. Wilby also extended his thanks to the event sponsors, M J Pipe Ltd, Greene King plc, DB Sheetmetals, Saffron Insurance and Stylize Display Graphics for their contribution to the event and Pro Am prize table; without their support, the event would not have been possible.

Winning the Professional prize and setting a new course record, with the new tees on 2nd and 7th in play this year, was Neil Lythgoe from Royal Norwich with a 6 under par gross score of 64. Neil added “the greens were the best I’ve played on all year”, and Lythgoe went onto thank Head Green keeper Glenn Norris and his team for the fantastic job they had done in setting up the course to such a high a standard. The runner up with a 5 under par gross 65 was Paul Curry, representing Braintree Golf Club and in 3rd place Ian Ellis of Costessey Park Golf Club with a 3 under par gross score of 67.

The team competition was a medal format, with the best two scores to count on each hole. It was won by the team of Kelvin Vince (Professional representing Rushmere), Glyn Davies (Newton Green), Sam Palmer and Lewis Whiting (both Haverhill Juniors) with an incredible 20 under par score of 120. The amateurs each won a Hillbilly electric trolley. In second place was the team of Ian Ellis (Professional representing Costessey Park Golf Club), Neil Augustine, Stephen Green and Alex Warren with a gross score of 121 (19 under par) and third place was shared by the team of Matthew Rice (Professional representing John Letters Golf Academy), Mark Priestly, Cavan Kendall & Mark White and Paul Curry (Professional representing Braintree Golf Club), Graham Smith, Phil Hyman and Owen Curry, both teams with a gross score of 125 (15 under par).

After the prize presentation, Paul Curry, former PGA Tour Player, joined members of Haverhill's 2009 winning Curry Cup Team for a photograph to celebrate a very proud moment for the Golf Club. Paul first presented the Curry Cup nine years ago, when the event was created to allow golfers with handicaps from scratch up to 18 to compete and gain experience in match play competitions, and since then the event has grown to include 15 clubs from both Suffolk and Essex. The final in 2009 was in fact an all Suffolk contest with Haverhill just beating Felixstowe at Colchester, and both teams reached the semi final stage of the tournament in 2010.

2011 Haverhill Golf & Rotary Clubs' Charity Classic
Haverhill Golf and Rotary Clubs’ Charity Classic was held on Saturday 25th June. Although the number of competition entries was down on previous years, the event was still very well supported and raised over £5,000.00 for charity. The main beneficiary was St Nicholas Hospice, and Community Fundraiser Ian Norris thanked the Golf and Rotary Clubs for their continued support and generosity. Golf Club President, Chris Briggs then announced that the first £1000 of the funds raised will pay for a defibrillator for the Golf Club and training for the staff by local paramedics. Chris went onto thank all the sponsors and volunteers who assisted and supported the day, before making the prize presentation. The competition was run as a team of 4 for the Charity Classic Trophy as well as a pairs event. The results were as follows: Team 1st place, Days Inn Stuart Haworth, Stewart Johnstone, Ellis Brown and Ken Johnson with 86 points, 2nd place Frank Gooch, Paul Bartlett, Andy Gage and Glen Hughes with 85 points, 3rd place David Pipe, Richard Parker, Paul O'Hare and Dan Wilkins with 83pts. The pairs event results: 1st place Malcolm Klingle & Brian Johnson with 44pts on count back from 2nd place Eamonn Bareham & Jack Bligh with 44pts, in 3rd place Paul Donno & Steve Bush with 42pts on count back. The competition was followed by a charity auction and evening’s entertainment by comedy stage hypnotist, Phil Steele.

CAR PARK OFFICIALLY OPENED!

Planning the upgrade for the car park at Haverhill Golf Club began during summer 2010, where a dedicated car park committee was set up. Haverhill member, Len Adams was appointed Project Manager and together with the assistance of the greenkeepers, led by Head Greenkeeper Glenn Norris and a team of volunteers, preparatory work got underway in November. The drainage system was put in place, and cabling and bases for a new lighting scheme installed. Fortunately the bad weather during December did not hamper the work schedule, as the next phase was due to start in February. The kerbing was set out by MD Mills Builders and was completed by the end of February 2011.

Best finish for Wilby in twenty years!
Paul Wilby has recorded his best result in the first East Region Order of Merit 2011 event since he turned professional in 1990. The first of six Order of Merit events was played on Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th May at Woolston Manor Golf Club, near Epping, with a strong field of 106 PGA Professionals taking part. The venue required good course management and patience. On day one, Wilby scored a level par 72 and was lying in 31st place. He then fired a best of the day 69 (3 under par) on day two, in extremely windy conditions to move up to 3rd place with Darren Charlton and Danny Poulter (Ian Poulter’s brother). Wilby said “I am extremely pleased with my start to the Order of Merit season and I am now looking forward to the next event in June. With limited time to practice, playing is not my priority these days, but I still love to be competitive”. Wilby won the Suffolk Open back in 1997, but had his career best finish on the Futures Tour (now Euro-Pro Tour) also in 1997, when he won at Royal Norwich with a two round total of 6 under par. The next Order of Merit is at Bishops Stortford Golf Club on June 8th & 9th. Sky TV will be showing a 1 hour feature of this event in the near future, but a date has not yet been released.

Result:
1. Sean Whiffin 5 under par (Hertfordshire Golf & Country Club)
2. Brett Taylor 4 under par (Chelmsford Golf Club)
3. Paul Wilby (Haverhill Golf Club), Darren Charlton (Dunstable Downs), Danny Poulter (Bedford)
all 3 under par

LINTON ENTERPRISE CLASSIC 2011

Mike Bennett & Graham Hepworth, winners of the 2011 Linton Enterprise Classic

The Linton Enterprise Classic was played on Sunday 15th May as a pairs four ball better ball stableford. Although the field was down on last year, the funds raised through the sponsorship and raffle was a lot higher than expected. Terry Bishop, the event organiser, thanked all those for taking part, especially the sponsors whose loyalty and generosity over the years was greatly appreciated. Terry also thanked the volunteers, his wife Wendy and daughter Ailie, who assisted with running the event on the day. The total raised from the Linton Enterprise over the past 11 years has reached in excess £13,000.00. The funds are being reinvested in projects to improve the facilities at the Golf Club. On the day, the weather just about held up and there were some good scores returned. Winning nearest the pin for the ladies on the 8th was Lyn Fish, and for the men on the 12th, Paul Donno. The score for the best back nine with 21pts went to Tom McKenzie and Richard Norden. The best front nine went to Haverhill Juniors, Liam Merritt and Mitchell Davis with 25pts. The overall winners on count back were Mike Bennett and Graham Hepworth with 43pts, in 2nd place were Dennis Harkness and Ivan Drury with 43pts, in 3rd place were Gavin Hatton and Andy Cage with 42pts and in 4th place, Haverhill Juniors Lewis Whiting and James Higham with 41pts.

Suffolk Amateur Foursomes Champions 2011

Report by Tony Garnett...

Suffolk County Captain David Quinney and three-handicap junior Chris Vince formed a solid partnership to win the MacLeod Cup as Suffolk Amateur Foursomes champions at Bungay and Waveney Valley Golf Club. There was a cloudless sky but a fierce wind, which blew relentlessly all day, resulted in some high scores on a heathland course designed by James Braid 122 years ago and which has stood the test of time.

Quinney and Vince led by two shots after a first round of 70 with Hintlesham’s county pair, Phil Westley and Jack Cardy, their closest rivals. Gorleston secretary David James and Danny Western were also well placed three shots off the pace. In the afternoon all the first round leaders started to drop shots. It was Jimmy Price and Billy MacLeod of Felixstowe Ferry who set the target with 147 thanks to a second round of 71. Price had originally planned to play with Mel Pipe who called off unfit so MacLeod, another member of the Felixstowe Ferry Stenson Shield squad, was a late replacement.

Quinney and Vince, starting on the 11th for their second round, needed to par their final hole to prevent a play-off. Quinney’s drive went with the wind perilously close to the practice ground which was out of bounds. Vince found the green from some 90 yards and Quinney’s accurate downhill putt left a tap-in for victory. It would have been strange had MacLeod won the MacLeod Cup. In the event he and Price were able to take the Watts Salvers back to Felixstowe.

The most dramatic recovery of the day came from Woodbridge’s Chris Ginn and Adrian Studd. They had an 89 in the morning and followed up with 72 in the afternoon. Racecourse stewards would have demanded an explanation. In golf these changes in fortune can happen all too easily on a day when anything wayward was heavily punished. Two of Suffolk leading seniors, reigning champion Roger Taylor and former Ipswich Golf Club professional Stephen Whymark, took third place with Cardy and Westley, both of whom will be playing in the Brabazon qualifier at The Berkshire on May 10, slipping to fourth.

Leading gross scores
146: D Quinney (Haverhill) and C Vince (Ipswich) 70 76.
147: J Price and W MacLeod (Felixstowe) 76 71.
150: R Taylor (Aldeburgh) and S Whymark (Woodbridge) 74 75.

FOURSOMES CHAMPIONS: From left: Mike Rees (Suffolk Golf Union president),
David Quinney and Chris Vince with trophy, and Bungay club captain Brian Richardson.
Photograph: CONTRIBUTED

Car Park Upgrade November 2010-April 2011
Special thanks to Len Adams, Glenn Norris, Craig Sisson, Jamie Porth,
Gerry Scott, Les Turner and all the volunteers that helped with this project.

Photos courtesy of Haverhill Member, Mr Ray Lucas

SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR 2011/12

7 DAY £650.00

5 DAY £570.00

A3 Membership (18-22yrs) £325.00

JUNIORS £120.00

COUNTRY £315.00

COLTS & FILLIES £24.00

ASSOCIATED £60.00 + VAT

 SOCIAL £20.00 + VAT 



A new scheme has been introduced for incoming juniors, which involves an introductory 5 day membership for the first month, details will be available from the Club Secretary or Junior organiser. 

From 1st April 2011, Loyalty / Promotional Discounts will be offered - Terms and Conditions apply, please contact the Office for further details.

JOINING FEE ADULTS £500

JUNIOR £30

  SUMMER BAR OPENING HOURS  

MONDAY TO THURSDAY
11.00AM UNTIL 10.00PM
FRIDAY
11.00AM UNTIL 11.00PM
SATURDAY & SUNDAY 
11.00AM UNTIL 10.00PM

WEATHER CONDITIONS


In the event of inclement weather
Please check to see whether
the course is open
or a trolley ban is in place.

Contact numbers are follows:-

Secretary 01440 761951
(office hours 8.30am – 5.00pm)

Golf Shop 01440 712628
(Summer hours 7.30am – 6.00pm
Winter hours 8.00am – 4.00pm)

Green Keeper on 01440 762885

Haverhill’s Golf Club Magnificent 7

The top 7 juniors who have had their handicaps reduced over the last 2 years have lost on average almost 21 shots per player. This is down to the constructive Junior Academy, Club Professional Paul Wilby put into place on his arrival, a lot of hard work, practice and participation in both Junior and Adult competitions. Each session costs £1 and this is used to support Junior expenditure to ease pressure on Junior Funds. There are 82 sessions a year for Junior members; every Saturday of the year and Tuesday evenings during the summer months.

Paul Wilby, Club Professional said, Haverhill Golf Club has always welcomed Juniors into the Club, and when we started the Junior academy it was clear that we had a bright future, this is being proven with the amazing progress that has and continues to be made within the Junior Section. I run two golf days a year to raise funds to support the Junior Academy, and through the generosity of Members and invited guests, I was able to implement this initiative.

The Biggest Losers!!
1. Lewis Whiting 36 down to 9
2. Michael Perrett 36 to 12
3. Richard Boyles 30 to 7
4. Liam Merritt 30 to 10
5. Harvey Bavester 28 to 9
6. Stephen Boyles 36 to 17
7. Charlie Sigler 26 to 11

Junior AGM & Presentation
On Friday 25th February 2011 the Juniors and their parents will be invited to the Golf Club for an Annual Presentation to celebrate all that they have achieved.

Both Paul and Head Assistant Professional, Ollie Rush, have been instrumental in creating a very successful Junior Section through their coaching. During 2010, Haverhill won the Junior Handicap Team Cup and some of our Juniors participated in the Suffolk County Coaching programme.

Junior Academy
There are many benefits in being part of Haverhill’s Junior Academy. Not only do Juniors learn new golf skills, and a sport for life, but also essential social skills, which can assist with their own personal development. If you are interested in joining our Junior Academy, please contact
Paul Wilby on 01440 712628

Pictured above: Haverhill Juniors James Higham (left) and Richard Boyles,
Junior Captain for 2011

PRE-SEASON FRIENDLIES - SUFFOLK 2ND GIRLS VS HAVERHILL BOYS

Haverhill Boys won both pre-season practice matches  played in January and February 2011 against the County Junior Girls' Second team 3 -1. Both matches were played in a very amicable and sporting spirit and were closely fought. 
The match itself has been arranged for Saturday 28th May.

INTERNATIONAL MATCH - ENGLAND VS SCOTLAND

The International Match was played on Saturday 29th January. Scotland were the team in form
on the day, claiming a convincing victory over their England counterparts.

Scotland Captain Doreen Darbey is pictured above receiving the trophy from England 'Mascot'
Steve Nichols, who managed to find every excuse for England's defeat!
Oh well, there's always next year...

Steve Ward, who organised the event, thanked everyone for taking part and
David Chapman & David Roope for checking the scorecards and calculating the team scores.

SENIORS AGM & PRESENTATION 2011

The Seniors AGM was held on Monday 10th January where the following trophies were presented:
George Baker Cup - Dennis Harkness
Senior Match play Trophy - Dick Sisman
Senior Pairs match play knockout trophy Dick Sisman and Roger Corbett.

MAGGIE VALE FUNDRAISER FOR THE
TEENAGE CANCER TRUST UNIT AT ADDENBROOKES 

NEW TEXT MESSAGING SERVICE

As of December 2010, Haverhill Golf Club has introduced a new text messaging service for Golf Club Members. The aim is to keep the membership updated with course information and changes to tee reservations. This is especially useful during the winter months, so that you will be able to make alternative arrangements if necessary. We will keep the number of messages down to a minimum, so if for example  the course is closed due to bad weather or if there is a trolley ban, or if it is lifted we can let you know.

For more general information for example whether or not there are temporary greens,
please contact the Pro Shop on 01440 712628 or the Course Information line 01440 762885
as appropriate. 

If you would like to be included in our text message database, or if you are already receiving
messages and would prefer not to receive them, then please contact the office and we will update
our records accordingly.

Haverhill Professionals Win at Felixstowe

Haverhill’s Head Professional Paul Wilby and Head Assistant Professional Ollie Rush led the way to win the Joe Proudfoot Memorial Trophy better ball competition at Felixstowe Ferry on Wednesday 24th November. The pair had 9 birdies in their round and only dropped a shot on the 14th , to score an impressive 8 under par 64.They finished just one shot ahead of the Fynn Valley pairing of Simon Dainty and Chris Smith with a 7 under par 65. Third place went to Kelvin Vince of Rushmere and Paul Bate of Brett Vale with a 5 under par 67. The event was followed by the Suffolk PGA Annual Meeting at which Paul Wilby was reappointed as Chairman of the Suffolk PGA and delegate to the PGA East Region. Dell Bower was re-elected as President and Andrew Sleath as Vice-President.

For up to date sweep results, please visit the website: www.haverhillsweep.co.uk

Millenium Trophy Winner 2010

Haverhill Vice President, Dennis Harkness, competed in the Spring and Autumn meetings of the Association of Suffolk Golf Captains.

The Spring Meeting was hosted at Rookery Park, where Dennis scored 37pts. He went onto produced another score of 37pts at the Autumn Meeting, played at Waldringfield, to secure overall victory and claim the Millenium Trophy.

CHANGE TO
STARTING TEES

Please note that as of
1ST November 2010 the alternate starting tee is the 9th up until 9am,
and no longer off the 11th


THERE ARE ONLY 2 STARTING TEES, THE 1ST AND THE 9TH UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AUTHORISED BY THE HANDICAPS AND COMPETITIONS COMMITTEE.
STARTING FROM ANY OTHER TEE ON THE GOLF COURSE IS PROHIBITED.

Handicaps & Competitions Committee
1st Nov 2010

Ransomes Jacobsen Award for Merritt
At the aged of 14, Liam Merritt recently won the prestigious Ransomes Jacobsen Junior Golf Award, organised by the Suffolk County Golf Partnership to recognise outstanding achievements by junior golfers in Suffolk over the past 12 months. The Award Ceremony, held on Wednesday 1st September, was also attended by the Junior Girls’ winner, Sarah Jane Barker from Rookery Park. The presentation followed a 3 hole round of golf on the sponsor’s, Ransomes Jacobsen, course at their Head Office in Ipswich. Liam was nominated by Haverhill Junior Organiser, Linda Macfarlane, in recognition of his dedication to the game of golf and to the Golf Club itself. Liam joined the Junior Section of Haverhill Golf Club in May 2009 and within days he was attending the Saturday Junior Academy, run by Head Professional Paul Wilby and his Assistant Professional, Ollie Rush. Liam continued to practice regularly throughout the school summer holiday during 2009. He attended almost all of a possible 77 Junior Academy sessions and is an Elite Junior Academy Member. Liam’s handicap has been cut from 36 to 12 since joining the club, and his attendance at the Academy and continued practice and competing has no doubt played an essential part in this success. In March 2010, Liam was awarded the Junior Committee Trophy, for ‘Outstanding levels of involvement in coaching practicing, competitions and events’. He has played in Junior County Competitions as well as interclub matches and has been an excellent team member, fighting to win, and always being unfailingly well-mannered in success or failure.There have been successes in Club competitions; in the winter of 2009, Liam won the first four, newly instituted, junior medals and the Peter Bowers Trophy in 2009/10. The Junior Committee was impressed by Liam from the day he joined the club, and wholeheartedly recommended him for the Ransomes Jacobsen Award.

Haverhill has become one of the most popular golf courses in East Anglia and its fast greens and excellent condition has drawn golfers far and wide. With increasing demand it was decided that in order to regulate the pace of play around the course, a marshalling system would be required.
Mr Syd Gould has recently been appointed as the Golf Club’s Head Marshall and he now leads a team of seven, all of whom are volunteer Haverhill Club golfers. The marshalls will be able to assist with hosting large golf events and competitions, making golf more enjoyable for members and
visitors alike.

GOOD LUCK CHRIS

Haverhill Junior Captain, Chris Vince, will be playing in the Scottish U16s Open at Auchterarder on 6th – 8th July 2010.

The first two days are each played over 36 holes in order for the top 40 golfers to qualify for the final on 8th July. This is the first international event that Chris has been invited to play in and the Golf Club would like to wish Chris the very best for a successful week.

You can follow Chris’ progress on the website www.scottishgolf.org/go/events

KEVIN CARPENTER TRICK SHOW

AT THE CHARITY CLASSIC

JUNIOR SKILLS CHALLENGE

There are five main skills with two parts to each skill, a copy of the tasks can be found on the club website at  www.club-noticeboard.co.uk/haverhill    under Secretary’s page. 

Junior Academy Skills Session at Haverhill Golf Club

Junior Skills Challenge 2010 
Tue 1st June 6.00pm - 7.30pm 
Tue 3rd Aug 6pm-7.30pm

DAVID & SALLY - DRIVE IN AS CAPTAINS FOR 2010

The Captain’s Drive in was hosted by Club Captain David Chapman and Lady Captain Sally Price. The event was played on Easter Sunday and it was very well supported with a turn out of 124 competitors. In first place winning on countback were husband and wife, Graham and Pat Kennedy with 44pts. In 2nd place also with 44pts were Seniors Captain Dick Sisman and Ivan Drury and in 3rd place was Brian Jones and Simon Price with 43pts. The longest drive for the ladies was Sue Carr and for the men, David Pipe. Nearest the pin for the ladies was Lyn Fish and for the men, Steve Bush. The best front nine score went to Don Simpson and Peter Hinchliffe with 23pts, and the best back 9 score went to Peter Mercer and Andy Gill with 21pts. The day was a huge success and the Captains, David and Sally thanked everyone involved in organising the day and for all those who took part.  

  GREEN FEES  

FROM 1st APRIL 2010


    WEEKDAYS    

£30 - 18 HOLES

£40 - DAY RATE 

£20 - SIGNED IN, 2 for 1’s & COUNTY CARDS

JUNIOR VISITOR

£12.50 or £7.50 if signed in by member (for 18 holes/day rate)


    WEEKENDS    

£40 - 18 HOLES

£50 - DAY RATE

£25.00 - SIGNED IN, 2 for 1’s & COUNTY CARDS


JUNIOR VISITOR

 £15.00 or £10.00 if signed in by member (for 18 holes/day rate)

CAPTAINS SPECIAL EVENT

SUNDAY 21st MARCH 2010

Photo caption: The Captain’s Special Event, back row, L-R Alan Carter, David Roope, Tim Daniels, Frank Gooch, Club Captain Dennis Harkness. Front row L-R Sue Carr, Lady Captain Sally Price, Doreen Darbey & Gerry Wheatley.

Lady Golfer of the Year – Catie Heathfield
Club Championship Scratch – Pat Kennedy
Club Championship Handicap – Catie Heathfield
Lady Captain’s Cup – Catie Heathfield
Melford Cup – Sue Carr, Wayne Penman, Peter Mercer
Peggy McGee Cup – Gill Richardson, Robbie Rudge, Bill Lancee
Lady Captain’s Day Stableford – Jan Bowers
Haverhill vs Fornham Ladies – Haverhill
Ladies vs Juniors – Juniors
Midsummer Tankard – Jackie Condon
Matchplay Shield – Gerry Wheatley
Fraser Plate – Mary Sail
Winter Eclectic – Pat Kennedy
Summer Eclectic – Anna Fairhead
Mugs Tankard – Jo Stokes
Stableford Plate – Catie Heathfield
Birdie – Sue Carr
Putting – Pat Kennedy
Starlighters – Jo Stokes
Starlighters Open (team) – Hilary King, Pat Wellstead, Pat Kennedy, Sue Carr
June Smith – Pauline Calmet
Winter Foursomes – Sally Price & Sarah Field
Shrubberies – Sally Price & Theresa Spittle
Celtic Cup – Val Shipp
Rosebowl – Sheila Price
Pam Ratford Trophy – Gill Richardson
Medal (overall winner) – Catie Heathfield
LGU Pendant (Sept medal) – Sheila Price
NSCR Spoon (Aug Stableford) – Catie Heathfield
Turkey Trot 1st Leg – Sheila Price
Turkey Trot 2nd Leg – Pat Kennedy
Turkey Trot overall – Catie Heathfield
Hole in One – Sally Price, Mary Sail, Doreen Darbey, Sue Carr

ANNUAL PRESENTATION EVENING

Haverhill Golf Club's Annual Presentation Evening was held on Saturday March 13th, where all the winners from the 2009/2010 season gathered to collect their prizes. On this occasion a new trophy, The Bob Hutchinson Cup, was donated by Trisha Hutchinson and her mother Eileen, who were special guests for the evening. The new trophy was in memory of Eileen's husband, Bob, who was the first headmaster of Chalkstone Middle School in Haverhill. Although Bob and Eileen were members at Saffron Walden for over 35 years, Bob campaigned for a golf course in Haverhill. Together with Mr Johnson, a local Surveyor, they sat on the first planning applications for the Haverhill Golf Course. As his daughter commented ‘My father would have been filled with pride and admiration today for what Haverhill has achieved. More especially he would be immensely honoured to congratulate and applaud another golfer’s success through the presentation of the Bob Hutchinson Cup’. The trophy was awarded to Haverhill Junior, Harvey Bavester, as the midweek medal final winner.

The Ladies Section had their Presentation Evening on Thursday 18th March, hosted by Past Lady Captain Doreen Darbey and Lady Captain Sally Price. It was a great night of celebration for the 2009/2019 season, with Catie Heathfield winning Lady Golfer of the Year. Details of all the winners and runners up for both events can be found on the on this website 

Ladies Club Championship 2010

On Sunday 5th September, the Ladies competed in their Club Championship, over 36 holes - the afternoon round was combined with the Pam Ratford Trophy. Winning the Scratch Trophy and 2010 Club Championship was Mrs Sue Carr with a gross score of 181. Winning the Handicap Trophy was Mrs Lyn Fish with a nett score of 152. The Pam Ratford Trophy (afternoon 18 hole medal event) was won by Mrs Doreen Darbey with a nett 73, in 2nd place Mrs Ann Thompson with a nett 84 and in 3rd place Mrs Linda Macfarlane with a nett 87.

Haverhill Professionals win Suffolk PGA event at Felixstowe

Haverhill’s Head Professional Paul Wilby and Head Assistant Professional Ollie Rush led the way to win the Joe Proudfoot Memorial Trophy better ball competition at Felixstowe Ferry on Wednesday 24th November. The pair had 9 birdies in their round and only dropped a shot on the 14th , to score an impressive 8 under par 64.They finished just one shot ahead of the Fynn Valley pairing of Simon Dainty and Chris Smith with a 7 under par 65. Third place went to Kelvin Vince of Rushmere and Paul Bate of Brett Vale with a 5 under par 67. The event was followed by the Suffolk PGA Annual Meeting at which Paul Wilby was reappointed as Chairman of the Suffolk PGA and delegate to the PGA East Region. Dell Bower was re-elected as President and Andrew Sleath as Vice-President.

Winter Medals
Trial Tee Reservation

Please note that for the Men’s January & February Sunday Medals, the tee will be reserved from
8.10am-9.40am
or roll up and play after tee reservation, same format as the Midweek and IFF Medals.
Don’t forget to sign the competition book and pay your £3 entrance fee in Pro-Shop.

This trial is to accommodate those wishing to play social golf during the winter months,
due to the reduction in daylight hours.

Please note it is a group’s responsibility to keep up with the group in front. If the group behind are playing faster, irrespective of the number of players in the group, they should be allowed to play through.
Those playing in the medals will have priority.
In order to assist with pace of play, before teeing of the 1st,
PLEASE WAIT until the group in front are ON THE 1st GREEN!
This will avoid catching the group in front on the 2nd tee.

All players must be present when placing balls in the chute and will be marshalled!!

Handicaps & Competitions Committee
10th December 2010

Rosemary Farrow wins Eastern Region Senior Ladies Championship at Haverhill

Haverhill Golf Club was privileged to host the inaugural Eastern Region Senior Ladies Championship (for over 50s) on Tuesday 12th July. A competitive field of 42 ladies entered the tournament, 8 of which played off single figure handicaps, and represented clubs from across counties in the East Region, including Suffolk, Essex, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire.

The course, as usual, was set up to a very high standard by Head Green Keeper Glenn Norris and his team; the greens were very fast, which challenged the field and this was reflected in the competition scratch score being raised to 75.

Afterwards, Haverhill’s Lady Captain, Marian Mercer thanked all the ladies for taking part and hoped they enjoyed the day’s competition and hospitality at Haverhill. Marian then went onto thank the Members from Haverhill, especially Lady Vice Captain, Doreen Darbey, Gill Richardson, Kathy Bowman, Syd Gould and Mick Turner for assisting on the day. Event Organiser and EWGA Representative, Anne Archer from Ipswich Golf Club and Judi Walker from Stowmarket Golf Club made the prize presentation and announced the results as follows:

Best Gross & Champion: Rosemary Farrow - St. Neots - 87 Gross
Overall Net: Pat Kennedy - Haverhill - 89-17-72
Over 50 - Best Net: Sue Anderson - Crondon Park - 92-15-77
Runner-up: Jan Helm - Crondon Park - 97-19-78
Over 60 - Best Net: Ann Graves - Woodbridge - 89-12-77
Runner-up: Geraldine Wheatley - Haverhill - 99-22-77
Over 70 - Best Net: Nina Nielsen - Woodbridge - 100-16-84

SUFFOLK JUNIOR CHAMPION 2011



Haverhill's Chris Vince took the honours at the Suffolk Junior (U18) Championship 2011 which was held on Tuesday 2nd August at Gorleston Golf Club. With two very consistent rounds of golf, Chris secured victory with a nett 68-69-137 to claim the trophy. The results were:

1st place Chris Vince (handicap 3) from Haverhill: 71 + 72 = total 143 (nett 137)
2nd place Josh Cottrell (scratch) from Ipswich: 74 + 70 = total 144 (nett 144)
3rd place James Markham (handicap 5) from Rushmere: 76 + 71 total 147 (nett 137)

photo courtesy of Suffolk Golf Union

Foxes & Rabbits



Darren & James Higham with Ailie Wilkins

On Saturday 20th August, non golfers were invited to take part in the Foxes & Rabbits competition, played over 10 holes. The format comprised a golfer (fox) to play the shots to the green and a non golfer (rabbit) to putt out. The event has always been well supported, and this year a record 42 pairs took part. The overall winning team were the father and son pairing of Darren and James Higham. The winning ‘Fox’ was Russell Gritty and the winning ‘Rabbit’ was Ailie Wilkins.

Haverhill Junior Girls Open 2011

Haverhill hosted its Junior Girls Open on Sunday 18th and in total 19 girls representing 10 Golf Clubs from across the region took part, including five girls from Haverhill. The event comprised of an 18 hole medal for handicaps from 0 to 20, an 18 hole stableford competition for handicaps 21-36 and a 10 hole stableford competition for girls without an official club handicap. The results were as follows: The scratch competition was won by Melissa Schroeder from Rushmere with a gross 86. The winner of the 18 hole medal was Chalani Allan of Gog Magog with 88-17-71, in 2nd place was Sarah Jane Barker from Rookery Park with 89-15-74 and in 3rd place was Eleanor Tindall from Stowmarket with 88-12-76. The 18 hole Stableford competition was won by Gabbie Kenworthy from Ipswich with 37ps, in 2nd place was Charlotte Platt from Bourn with 33pts and in 3rd place was Charlie Woodage from Bramford with 30pts. For Haverhill Junior Girls, the winner of the 18 hole stableford competition was Alice Iron with 45pts and in 2nd place Nicole Pike with 39pts. As a result Alice has had her handicap cut by 5 shots to 26 and Nicole is now down to 32. The 10 hole stableford competition was won by Anna Guest from Gog Magog with 12pts and in 2nd place was Jade Wilkins from Haverhill with 7pts. Haverhill’s Lady Captain Marian Mercer and Head Professional Paul Wilby gave the prize presentation afterwards.

HAVERHILL GOLF CLUB

NOMINATED FOR NATIONAL AWARD

Haverhill Golf Club has been nominated to represent Suffolk in the GolfMark ‘Club of the Year 2009’ by Colin Firmin, Chair of the Suffolk Golf Foundation and his Committee. The selected ‘Club of the Year’ will be invited to a ceremony at The National Golf Centre, Woodhall Spa in February 2010.

Back in April 2009, Haverhill Golf Club received EGU/EWGA GolfMark (incorporating ClubMark) accreditation and the Club has been nationally recognised as a junior and beginner friendly golf club. The award was made at the ‘High Achiever’ level which shows the club has met additional criteria well over and above the minimum standards required to achieve GolfMark. Chair of the Junior Committee, Linda MacFarlane, was the driving force behind the Club’s achievement and at the time Haverhill was only the second club in Suffolk to attain this status, which encompasses many aspects surrounding coaching and playing, club environment, child protection and duty of care. With the Club being fortunate to retain Paul Wilby as their Professional, the future continues to look extremely bright for Haverhill golf, as Paul and his Assistant Professional Ollie Rush run ‘Junior Academy’coaching sessions every weekend throughout the year. The Club is also a Starter Centre for The Golf Foundation.

For further information regarding the Junior Academy, please contact Paul Wilby at Haverhill Golf Club direct on 01440 712628.

HAVERHILL CLINCH 2009 CURRY CUP

Team Captain Joe Davis receiving the trophy from Colchester Club Captain Mike Sutton.


On Saturday 26th September, Haverhill walked away victorious after a nail-biting final against Felixstowe at Colchester Golf Club in the Curry Cup. After the recent disappointment of being the losing semi-finalists in the Tolly and runners up in the Parks Trophy, Haverhill’s win on Saturday was the icing on the cake at the end of an impressive season for the Club.

For full report go to the results page.

The team  Back row: Russell Gritty, Dave Whiting, Kim Ward, Andy Fish, Joe Davis, Dave Perrett, Robert Rudge, Harvey Bavester & Eamonn Bareham, front row: Andy Craig, Gerry Scott, Graham Ashcroft & Lee Chandler.

  BUSY FORTNIGHT AT HAVERHILL 

Curry Cup semi final winners

Ladies' Club Champion, Pat Kennedy

Winner of the Haverhill Golf Club Pro-Am, Mark Baker (Colchester Golf Club)

Winning team, Stuart Brown (Orton Meadows), Glyn Davies, Tabitha Brain & Lewis Whiting

It has been a busy fortnight of fixtures at Haverhill Golf Club, that included The PGA East Region Pro-Am, two Junior Fundraising events, Ladies’ Club Championship and the Curry Cup semi-final. For full reports please go to our results page

During the summer there have been three Junior Fundraising events for the Junior Section and Junior Academy including Foxes and Rabbits. Pictured above left are winning Fox and Rabbit, Lewis Whiting with his partner Tia, and on the right they are together with the ‘Best Rabbit’ Mrs C Amies, who had a score of 20 putts.There were 92 participants and the day was very well supported. On The August Bank Holiday there was a team of 3 Stableford Event. Three teams shared the top score of 108pts, but the winners on countback were Karen Wilby, Chris Vince and Lyn Fish. The individual winner from the Juniors was Stephen Boyles with a fantastic score of 44pts. The Wilby Anniversary Day held on 3 September was also a big success with 18 teams competing. The runaway winners with an outstanding score of 94pts were Colin Bradnam, Daniel Bradnam, Keith Donno and Peter Garner.

Together the funds raised were over £1700 for the Junior Section and Junior Academy,
so a BIG thank you to all who took part or who sponsored these events.

FULL RESULTS CAN BE FOUND IN THE RESULTS SECTION OF THE WEBSITE.

Winner of 2009 Club Championship, Andrew Bareham. (Left)

(Right)Marcus MacNamara, winner of 2009 Spencer Tatum Cup being
presented by Spencer Tatum.

(Left) Completing a family double, Eamonn Bareham (Senior Club Champion) with son Andrew (Club Champion) with Marcus MacNamara.

(Right) Jack Warwick, Club Champion runner up.

CHRIS WINS AT THETFORD

Chris Vince, one of Haverhill Golf Club's up and coming juniors, has won the Thetford Open which was held on Wednesday 5th August. Chris, who plays off a handicap of 6, finished with a gross score of 75, nett 69. Head of Haverhill Junior Academy, Paul Wilby commented "I am delighted with the progress that Chris has made over the last 6 months. Having made a small swing change only 3 weeks ago, he has obviously applied this information well, which is down to his hard work and dedication to the game."

PROUD WEEK FOR HAVERHILL GOLF CLUB

What a week it has been for the golf staff at Haverhill Golf Club. Ollie Rush has become the 2009 Del Bower Suffolk Assistant’s Champion, winning in style via a play off. Ollie had scores of 73 and 74 at a testing and very windy Hintlesham Golf Club, finishing equal with Ryan Wingate of Ipswich Golf
Club (Purdis Heath) and formerly a Junior Member at Haverhill Golf Club and Assistant at Saffron Walden. A birdie at the first play off hole secured Ollie’s first Professional win and afterwards he said “I am thrilled to have won this prestigious event, sponsored by Mr Del Bower (Suffolk PGA President,
and Mr Tony Garnett (Suffolk PGA Secretary) and thank them for their support. I would like to thank my long game coach, Stuart Robertson (Ufford Park) and Paul Wilby (Haverhill Golf Club) for my short
game and also my sponsors, Atlantic Health & Spa. The course at Hintlesham was in excellent condition and helped the scoring on a difficult day.”
Harry Mills, who has been a junior member at Haverhill for 6 years and plays off a handicap of 3, has successfully opened the door to the world of Professional Golf by passing his PGA Playing Ability test
over 36 holes at Bishops Stortford Golf Club. He can now start the process of turning professional and taking a Birmingham University Degree Course in golf, which will take 3-4 years to complete before becoming a full member of the Professional Golfers’ Association. Harry said “I am delighted
with my qualification rounds and I’m looking forward to playing as a Professional Golfer. We have our PGA East Region Pro-Am here on 28th August and I am hopeful that I will be eligible to play as a
Professional and not as an amateur in this event. I would like to thank Haverhill Golf Club for their support over the last 6 years and look forward to being of service for many years to come.” Paul Wilby the Club Professional commented “I am very proud of my team, who have achieved significant steps forwards in their own careers. The boys work very hard and are a great asset to myself and to the Golf Club. I look forward to the future development of these two promising Assistant Professionals and I’m very happy with their commitment with the day-to-day running of the Golf Club
and the service they provide to our Members.

From left to right, Ollie Rush, 2009 Suffolk Assistants’ Champion, Haverhill Head Professional Paul Wilby and Assistant Harry Mills

GOLFMARK AWARD

Haverhill Golf Club has been successful in their pursuit of the EGU/EWGA GolfMark (incorporating ClubMark) accreditation and now the club will be nationally recognised as a junior and beginner friendly golf club. What has delighted the membership is that the award has been made at the ‘High Achiever’ level which shows the club has met additional criteria well over and above the minimum standards required to achieve GolfMark. Haverhill is only the second club in Suffolk to attain this status which encompasses many aspects surrounding coaching and playing, club environment and child protection and duty of care. With the club being fortunate to retain Paul Wilby as their Professional the future looks extremely bright for Haverhill golf as Paul heads up his own ‘Junior Academy’ and in the short while he has been operating at Coupals Road he has already attracted a healthy group of young ladies into his coaching sessions. The club is also a Starter Centre for The Golf Foundation.

The driving force of the junior committee who strived to gain the award was Linda Macfarlane and she is pictured with Alistair Spink receiving the ClubMark certificate.

JUNIOR GOLF IN HAVERHILL  - 2009

Ollie Rush with some of the Sunday morning juniors at Haverhill Golf Club

Following their recent move to Haverhill Golf Club, Professionals Paul Wilby and Ollie Rush are focusing on encouraging and promoting junior golf in the area. Wilby and Rush have been working closely with the Suffolk Sports Partnership, who have funding for school visits with Tri Golf. This is a fun way for youngsters to start playing golf with specially designed golf equipment for safety in the school environment. So far the pair have worked in eight local schools and are thrilled with the interest from the pupils who are involved.?


The Junior Academy sessions at the Haverhill Golf Club are already proving to be successful, with classes running on both Saturday and Sunday mornings. Saturdays are strictly for junior members of the club and an hour?s tuition is only ?1 per junior. This is subsidised by two golf days that the Club run annually to create funding for the coaching costs. All ?1 fees are pumped straight back into the junior fund for any necessary expenses. The Sunday classes are open to non members ages 5-16 who are welcome to join in with the fun, social and well structured group coaching. At the moment there are two 1 hour sessions run, with start times of 10am and 11am and these will be added to when both sessions are regularly full. There is a constant 15-18 showing up each week at the moment and booking is essential to guarantee a place and also for safety reasons. The cost per session is ?4 and is excellent value for money; golf clubs are supplied free of charge.?


It is Haverhill Golf Club?s aim to progress any junior who has the right attitude to golf to become a junior member and join in with the ?1 sessions, which are also held on Tuesday evenings when light permits. This session will last for an hour and a half and starts at 6pm. Wilby said ?looking forward I see our junior section going from strength to strength, as the juniors make progress through these coaching opportunities, with their skill and enjoyment levels rising month on month. The Sunday morning classes are a great way to get your youngster into this great game where not only will they get good exercise but learn a lot of life skills by being part of this friendly Club?.


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