On Monday and Tuesday September 26,27 a round robin tournament was held at Toronto CC to decide which Team would go through to the next round of the JNJG
run state wide Encourage Shield event.
As well as a combined team from Newcastle District we had teams from the Central Coast District and Clubs Shelley Beach and Toukley. Hunter River
DGA was unable to field a team this year – but hope to be involved next year.
The Weather was kind for both days. On Monday, 2 x 18 hole rounds of handicap matchplay tested both the players and caddies. Tuesday saw just
1 x 18 hole round of handicap matchplay.
All games were played with intensity but also in the true spirit of golf. The Newcastle team acquitted themselves very well – finishing 2nd overall
– just being shaded 3.5 to 2.5 in the deciding match against the winners Shelley Beach.
Congratulations to all involved.
A big thank you to Toronto CC, particularly Pro Darren Green and Captain Stan – for providing their course for this event and arranging lunch for all on
both days
To view or download a copy of the match results, click on the link Matchplay Results
Team Members –
Back L to R Caleb Bromley (Capt), Jaylin Lilley, Kiana Toole
Front L to R Jake Riley (V.Capt), Brock Best, Hamish Ellison