The popular Tinlay Place-based bar staged the event at the usual venue of Laguna Golf Phuket where 50 players were faced with the challenge of not only 18 tough holes but swelteringly hot conditions.
There was huge diversity among the players, with juniors aged 14 competing with and against a field of more seasoned individuals. Equally diverse was the skill level on show, with beginners and genuine amateurs mixing it with extremely capable players, making for a truly enjoyable, and fun, occasion for all involved.
Steve Turner and Brad Edman were the nett winners of the competition, while Niall Quinn and Werner Bellgardt were the gross winners.
Several other categories saw players receiving trophies and gifts at the evening award ceremony held at Pepper’s Bar afterwards, including teenager Olivia Ashman who won longest female drive on the day. A plentiful bbq, overseen by Pepper’s dutiful staff, was also on offer to fill hungry stomachs after a taxing day out on the golf course.
The popular event has been running for many years now and always generates a healthy turnout and fun-filled day for all involved. Furthermore, the event serves a broader purpose within the local community by helping raise funds for selected charities or those in need.
This year the proceeds raised were donated to help support medical costs endured by the bar’s manager Steve Barrett who was suddenly taken sick and hospitalised several weeks ago. Steve has been receiving ongoing care and doctors and hopeful he will soon be on the mend, but the financial toll has been significant and the support was therefore warmly received and appreciated.
Funds raised last Sunday were added to that collected at the bar’s weekly quiz and generous private donations from a variety of friends and patrons of the bar, amounting to a total of approximately B120,000.
Everyone in the local community and at The Phuket News extends their heartfelt wishes for Steve to make a full recovery as soon as possible.