Double Break Out

OTR finally had winning day with some major help from The Appraiser.  His team posted the amazing score of -26 in 4BB format.  It really helped that The Appraiser shot 86 with 24 strokes.  Yea, I know this isn't supposed to happen, but it did. Plus since they were only a threesome the rotation rule was in effect and they got to count his ball twice on several holes.  The rest of the scores weren't bad, but not even close.  As far as The Appraiser goes that was his best score in a number of years, maybe even the last decade.  So no more tears for OTR.

The star alignment must have carried over to the weather last night.  I think the tornado siren went off at least four times.  I got so interested in the weather geeks on channel 11 (especially when they started using terms like cloud wall and double vortex) I forgot to head for the basement.  As it turned out I didn't have to but that was some nasty stuff that rolled through the area.  I don't know how much rain we got, but I'm sure it was enough to soak the course again.

Taking the day off today.  See ya.

CC

Hard Fought

On Saturday DR. AH and I found ourselves down four, yes four, bets after nine holes.  We were puzzled since we weren't playing badly.  However the SD was having an out of body experience and had two pars and a birdie to shot 46.  Now we all know this is an anomally for a high 20's handicap, but all the same it happened.  The pressure was really on us for the back nine since the GWH was due to come out o hibrination.  To make a long story short we clawed our way back and only lost one bet overall.  This was primarily due to skillful play on our part and artless putting by the GWH.  The SD returned to his normal self , but did post a better than average score.

The weather looks great this week.  I'm sure everyone will be honing their game for the JR/SR Championship being held September 8.  Remember the "official" sign-up sheet is on the clip board.

CC 

Totally Frusrtated

That pretty much describes OTR.  He couldn't win, lost a score card playoff for second, and was too good to be DFL.  This all happened after trying to give him a helping hand by giving him a select team (who will remain nameless).  I'm not sure what will change his fortunes with the JR/SRS;  could be it's just his time in the proverbial barrel.

We had another big group yesterday.  The weather cooperated, but it was very humid and warm.  The course is still pretty wet, but starting to dry out.  If we can make it through the weekend without much rain it looks like we could get back to normal for this time of the year.  Only one close call in the SOTD.  Maybe the pot will grow to triple digits soon.

Don't forget the JR/SR Championship on September 8.  There are only a few people who are short of the required 8 rounds, and they should be able to play enough to qualify.  But, remember everyone can play a compete for "skins".

See ya at the training table.

CC

Some Additional Thoughts

It has become interesting how teams are embracing the concept of DFL.  Yesterday there was great disappointment from one team when they realized their score wasn't good to win and too good to finish last.  They tried to start a movement to pay second instead of DFL.  Of course the two teams that tied for last would have none of that.  As it ended up OTR's team lost in a score card playoff.  OTR exclaimed that when they were bad they weren't bad enough and hadn't won anything all year.  I don't think that's true but I can sympathize with him since I've been there done that.

There were a couple of things I forgot form the "Hopkins".  First one of the UT women gave Gilhooley a new name.  We are all curious where "Hot Stuff" came from.  To top it off he isn't talking.  Something about what happens in .... stays in ....  Item two happened before lunch.  A JR/SR (who remain nameless) responded to the question of would he like something to drink with lunch responded by saying "I've got a house full women and think I need one, give me a Bloody Mary".

The lunch for the grounds crew went well.  Kennel Club was the chef (again this year) and did a great job.  He also demonstrated his skills with a push broom.  Someone wondered if he picked up that skill as a rookie at OI.  He said he didn't start that high in the organization.

Hope the rain is done.  The course is pretty wet.

CC

And The Winners Are

Bob D, Dr. AH and Pinyada K (Univ. of Toledo) were the winners of the second annual Stephen Hopkins Memorial Invitational.  They shot the low score in a shortened event due to heavy rains and lightning.  The 2016 event had participants from 4 different universities, several staff and 18 JR/SRs.  Kudos to our professional staff and club house staff for making this another successful day.  The perpetual wall plague honoring the winners was unveiled and will be hung in the JR/SR corner of the men's locker room.  Many thanks to Al P for providing his wood working skills in the creation of the plague.  Mark your calendars for the same time next year when are planning on holding the annual tournament.

We also had two other winners this past week.  First TZ hit the SOTD for $52.  That was followed by the SD doing it on Saturday for another $30.  Mind you the SD was rather disappointed when he found out TZ had taken most of the money just days prior to his winning.  There is still $30 left for the next time we roll the bones on Tuesday.

The JR/SRS will again be providing  lunch for our grounds staff on Wednesday the 17th at 11:00 at the maintenance facility.  Kennel Club and I are coordinating the arrangements.  If you have the time we ask you be present so we can show our appreciation for the effort these guys put forth in giving us one of the best golf courses in Norhtwest Ohio.  Golf will follow lunch.

Finally, how about the Olympic golf.  That was a great final round,  Bravo to the medal winners

CC

PS -  There will be a sign-up sheet on the clip board for the JR/SR Championship to be held on September 8.  If you don't know how many rounds you've played (8 required) check the board outside the locker room.

Bottom Fishing

It used to be that there was always a fight to finish as high as possible during our daily competition.  Now it seems that paying DFL has changed the approach to scoring.  Many now think if they can't be number one it is better to be last and get their money back.  At least that seems to be the approach yesterday.   Three out of four teams were separated by by a mere 2 strokes for DFL.  The first place team ran away and hid from the field due to Bruce F's (aka Bentley) low career round of 91.  His teammates did contribute to help the team post a 2BB score of -22.  Not bad for a three man team.  The course seems to be drying out again and the greens are starting to speed up just in time for the "Hopkins" on Thursday.

Speaking of Thursday.  The pairings are set.  It looks like we are going to have a strong field of college players.  There are four college programs represented,  Plus we have a large group of JRSR's.  If you aren't playing you may want to be there for cocktail's after the round and the trophy presentation.  I expect it will be a fun day and one of the highlights of our season.

It is forecasted to be hot and humid,  Remember to hydrate and seek shade when possible.

CC 

No Dummy

I'll give OTR and Twinkle Toes some credit for thinking quick on their feet.  We had an unbalanced field yesterday and were using the rotation method to give the threesomes their fourth ball in the 2BB of 4 format.  I thought it might be fun to add a little excitement and give everyone the option to use overkill (once and on any hole selected).  I casually mentioned this to the above mentioned pair as they were exciting the 15th green.  Some how they smelled a rat and rejected the idea without out even thinking about it.  Imagine that.  They accused me of trying to pull a fast one on the field.  That wasn't true.  I was just trying to even things out.  It was probably a wise choice on their part since we would have been -4 on #10.  In the end it made little difference since we beat everyone by 4 shots anyway.

It looks like it may cool down a bit.  Still hot and thunder storms predicted.

CC