On the weekend of June 17/18 the NDGA Representative team travelled to Merriwa GC for the Annual match against the Hunter River DGA.
For many of the members of both teams, this was their first experience with sand greens – and after a brief lesson – it was game on. Most adapted
quickly and at the end of the weekend there was generally favourable comments about the skills necessary to play on sand greens.
As was expected we were welcomed very warmly by almost the entire male membership of Merriwa GC – all 13 members. The hospitality shown to all of
the players and officials was marvellous and appreciated by all the visitors.
This year our competition consisted of Fourball Matchplay on the Saturday with Singles Matchplay on the Sunday morning.. The weather was considerably
better than that experienced by our families on the coastal fringe with dry but cool conditions on Saturday – with a very foggy start to a magic winter’s
day on Sunday.
Newcastle DGA continued with their dominance in this event – winning 12.5 matches to 5.5
To view or download a copy of the Result Sheet, click on the link 2017 NDGA vs HRDGA Result Sheet
Photos from the weekend
Both Teams at Merriwa
Typical Sand Green
A foggy start to Sunday
First Tee-off
Josh Robards prepares to Putt whilst Steve Hassett looks on