From left: Julie Iverson, Sue Lentz, Bev Reeves, Deborah Hedges and Ginny Minarchi with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
It is great that our golf members have reciprocal privileges at other courses in the Fort Myers area. I always enjoy joining a group to play off-campus and experiencing the challenges of long courses as well as seeing the beauty of nature here in our area. In December, a group of 9-Holer players participated in the Christmas Tournament at the Hideaway Country Club.
The first Friday morning of golf in December was a straight scramble and had a great mix of players scoring for first place. The front 9 winners were the team of Bev Reeves, Hillary Combs, Grace Berg, and Mary Rea. Back 9 winners were Virginia Miller, Pam Baran, Linda Moline, and Bridget Hampson. Closest to the pin winner was Brenda Collins.
The second Friday was the Holiday Scramble and Brunch event. I’m sorry I missed this one, but I was home in Kentucky, trying to get warm. First-place winners on the front 9 were Sheri Christian, Jeanne Squitier, Tracey Cant, and Susie Duca. Back nine winners were Peg Thompson, Pat Benner, Lin Muysson, and Bridget Hampson. Closest to the pin winners were Pattie Parrett on the front and Angela Brallier on the back.
The following week’s winners were Peggy Moreland, Martha Kohnke, and Sue Bleeker, on the front 9. Back 9 winners were Peg Thompson, Laura Trian, Cindy Rollman, and Barb Curioso. Closest to the pin winners were Ginny Minarchi on the front 9 and Deb Hedges on the back. Congratulations to all the winning teams. I’m looking forward to getting back on the course, despite the early wake-up required. It’s so enjoyable to be the first group out there to enjoy our surroundings.
A small group of players elected to play on the last Friday of the month, December 26. Congratulations to Peggy Thompson, Carol Story, Betty Kollar, and Lynda Schmitt for finishing in first place. Closest to the pin winner was Dee Bellar with a shot just 19 inches from the pin. What a close hit that was!
We have many new players who have joined the league. I know everyone is excited to get to play with them. I just want to say welcome to all the new players! We now have 149 active players for our Friday League.
