The Proserpine Golf Club enjoyed a fine week of competition to round out June, with improved weather and strong participation across multiple events. Among the highlights, juniors Levi Holmes and Blake Lovelock proudly represented PGC High School at the Queensland Northern Region School Sports Championships — gaining valuable experience on the big stage.
Tuesday saw the postponed April Monthly Medal played out in stroke format, with Scott Mason taking out the men’s event with a nett 68, ahead of David Woods on 70. For the ladies, Tina Badenhorst claimed victory with 69, narrowly edging out Heather Luvis on 70. Notable NTPs went to Brad Fleet, Corey Stroud, Elspeth Scotford, and Leanne Alexander.
The Vets also completed their Monthly Medal and putts event on Tuesday. Tina Badenhorst once again came out on top for the ladies, with David Woods winning the men’s division. A full list of NTPs included consistent efforts from Badenhorst, Luvis, Robyn Whitham, and others.
Wednesday’s Ladies’ Monthly Medal and Putts, sponsored by PD Law, saw Paula McQuat top the leaderboard with a nett 70. Tina Badenhorst followed on 72, with Lyn Muller placing third on countback.
Thursday’s stableford competition featured standout scores from Brendon Meharry (43 points in B Grade) and Lewy Tuck (39 points in A Grade). Edwina Pettiford impressed with 39 points, placing runner-up in B Grade and top of the ladies' division.
Friday’s 9-hole run, sponsored by the Metropole Hotel, saw Andrew Smart (22 points) and Owen Clarke (21) leading the charge. NTPs were awarded to Corey Stroud and Tony Chapple.
Saturday saw strong fields and tight finishes. In the men’s A Grade, Tony Goss narrowly won on countback from Jason Bourke with 36 points, while Blake Davis claimed B Grade with 38. For the ladies, Jenny Hounsell was the standout with 41 points, followed by Tiina Randmae and Heather Luvis.
Sunday’s single stableford wrapped up the week, with Aaron Prosser posting 39 points to win the men’s event, and Peta Thomas taking out the ladies’ comp with 34. NTPs went to Levi Holmes, Danny York, Tim Frew, and Sara Hagy.
Next week is Monthly Medal week, with highlights to include veterans playing in Bowen, Wednesday’s ladies’ comp sponsored by PD Law, and the men’s and Saturday Monthly Medal events sponsored by Venuesmart and the Metropole Hotel.
Contributed with thanks to Tiina Randmae