The initial doubles games began in difficult drizzly windy conditions. Both our couples struggled against low handicappers, two of whom were not best pleased to arrive late after google maps had directed them to the Hon Sec’s house in Merstham! Both games were lost 3-7. As the weather gradually improved so did our play, clearly showing the benefit of the… Read more →
Golf News
Golf Leagues Update 2017
Restricted Level R league finished 7th out of 10, with one win over Sussex, but lost to Surbiton and Tunbridge Wells (3-4), and 2-5 to Dulwich. Handicap League Last year RPCC were finalists, losing in the play off between East and West to Preston Park. This year flushed with success, RPCC entered two teams – A & B – one… Read more →
Ladies’ Golf Teams Day
This was the first time this event has been staged, and it was decided, by a narrow majority to make it a handicap competition. The format proved excellent for attracting some higher handicap players. Substitutes were allowed, and Reigate were pleased they could give each team member a break during the day, but it also meant there would have been… Read more →
SECF Teams Day 2017
Teams day at Southwick is always fun. This is a high spot of the golf croquet year with a maximum of 22 teams competing, and once again we were lucky with the weather. RPCC again fielded two teams and did well, particularly in the doubles event. Team A – John & Freda K plus Lester and John S came… Read more →
“R” League Success in Medway
A successful day out for Reigate Priory in Aylesford, visiting Medway Croquet Club for our second “R” League golf game this season. A team of John Knight (c), Lester, Sally and Chris enjoyed some tough games, but with slightly less oppressive heat than we’ve had in the past few days (a mere 25 degrees!), a very friendly environment, and the luxury… Read more →
Southern Challenge Division 2
This competition, which is an inter-club level play golf tournament with teams of four played over two days, attracted an entry of eight clubs. The first seven rounds take the form of a round robin (all play all) with each round comprising one double and two singles matches. All players must play as nearly as possible equal numbers of doubles… Read more →