Welcome to Sussex Golf Captains

Cornwall v Sussex

Nigel Wates's first match as our Captain is also the first match on tour. So, how did the team do? Was there cake involved? and did anyone get injured by a flying pastie? Click on the match to find out. 

Devon v Sussex

Overfed, overwatered and over there, how did we fare against the Devon? 

The 2024 Spring  Meeting

Congratulations to Nigel Wates and Peter Ward as they take on the roles of Captain and President.  

This year, because of Nigel's Captains Day, we moved the Spring Meeting to Dyke GC. Given the weather we've had, this turned out to be a wise decision.  Despite the soggy spring, Martin and everyone at the Dyke did a magnificent job in allowing 128 of Sussex's finest to brave the wind, rain and a little bit of sun. Thank you. 

As for the competition.

The Winners

Ist  - Craig Millyard and Rasoul Shahilow

41 Points

2nd - Kevin Weatherhill and Dave Boys

40 Points

3rd - Guy Goodens and Roger Hyde

38 Points

4th - Ian Potter and Trevor Jones

38 Points

Here is a showreel of the day

The season is up and running. The next competition is the Spring Mixed at Highwoods.

The 2023 Bristow Tankards

Ian Potter, presenting the Bristow Tankards to Keith Talbot and his guest, Ian Topp. 

1st 

Keith Talbot and Ian Topp with 46 points

2nd

Nigel Wates and David Fraser with 43 points

3rd

Des Malcolm and Glen Morgan with 42 points

What a brilliant day. Thank you to everyone at Dale Hill for your wonderful hospitality. Our guests thought the course, the food and the beer were excellent! We'd also like to say a big thank you to our guest of honour, Roy Walker, for having us in stitches.

Most importantly, let's not forget our Captain, Ian Potter and his assistants, Andy Plowright and Ian Jaggard, without whom none of this would have happened. 

So, 'That's all folks!' the season is over. 

Winter well friends, winter well!

Here are some pictures from the day. 

Sussex v Buckinghamshire

Our last match of the season meant a trip to the seaside to play Bucks Captains at Littlehampton. Would Ian keep the recent run going or would our opponents buck the trend? What was the pie like? Would it turn into a birdie fest? How was Craig feeling after being seven under par (gross) at Upminster and losing? These questions and more will be answered, HERE. 

The Autmum Mixed at Ham Manor

The winners, Stacey Dibbs and Pete Rodger. They scored a magnificent 50 points. 

As you can see from the slide show, we had a wonderful day. Ham Manor was a joy to play, the sun shone and we were treated to a magnificent lunch. 

1st

Pete Rodger and Stacey Dibbs with 50 points

2nd

Dave Ball and Sylvia Billcliff with 44 points

3rd

Steve Dillamore and Gesine Herman with 44 points

4th 

Nigel and Laura Bennett with 40 points

Wiltshire v Sussex

On to the second match of our Tour of the West Country as we take on Wiltshire Captains at Wrag Barn. Will we continue our excellent form? Will last night's beer consumption improve our performance? I can't wait to find out, can you? Read the match report here. 

Somerset v Sussex

And so the tour of te West Country begins.  Following a very long drive, we pitched up at Wells GC, home of the baby-eating Bishop of Bath and Wells to take on Somerset Captains. How did we do? Who pulled the r out of the h? and was there any beer involved? These questions and more are answered here. 

Essex v Sussex

After last year's washout at Dale Hill we travelled to Upminster Golf Club to take on the Essex Barrow Boys. Read the report here

Mark Terry's Patron's Day

Mark Terry presenting the winners, Frank Horner (86) and Barry Chapman with their trophies. 

We rocked up to Crowborough Beacon for Patron's Day. The course is in stunning condition; it looks beautiful. The heather, as you would expect, is a test. This is one of Sussex's most demanding courses but our winners showed that if you kept the ball straight and applied a suitable amount of linament, you could score well. 

1st

Frank Horner (86) and Barry Chapman with 45 points

2nd

Trevor Pigram and Mick Stacey with 43 points

3rd

Keith Hayward and John Macaulay with 43 points

4th

Mark Dunn and Santa Wilkins with 43 points

Up next. the Bristow Tankards at Dale Hill. 

Sussex v Kent

 

Which Lamb brother one?

Golf, the sport that style forgot. 

Ian and David shaking hands after Kent scored a thumping victory. 

With the wind blowing, the sun shining and Cooden Beach in great condition what more could our merry band of golfers want? Well, a victory against Kent is well overdue. Last year, they took us to Northern France before thrashing us 7 1/2 to 2/12. How would we fare this time? Read all about it here. 

Surrey v Sussex

At Bramley Golf Club. 

Can Sussex maintain their unbeaten run against the stout burghers of Surrey, who will crumble? get turned over? Find out what happened in the match report, here. 

Brian Street's President's Day

Our President and host presenting the Presidents Salver to Trevor Pigram from Cottesmore. Trevor notched up a convincing win with 43 points, five points clear of Peter Snook and Des Malcolm, who were only separated by countback. We'd also like to thank everyone at Cowdray Park for everything they did to make this such a memorable day. The course is in fantastic condition, with stunning views and rather tasty food, what's not to like? 

Cambridgeshire v Sussexshire

As no one thought to bring a camera to Cambridge, here is a picture of the Camsex Trophy. You can read the match report here. 

Sussex v Bedfordshire

Following the embarrassing defeat at the hands of the Lady Captains, can Sussex Golf Captains return to winning ways? Would they put their guests to bed? Read the match report, here. 

Ian Potters Captain's Day

Bryan Mundy receiving the Captain's Trophy. 

Read a full report on the day,  here

Here is a gallery of players from a wonderful day at Worthing. 

Sussex v London

Trains, planes and automobiles in London. Can we win two years on the trot? Read the match report, here. 

Kids on their phones

Was it something I said? 

Schroedingers Jacket

Sussex v Cornwall

Cornwall were on their annual tour; would it be their turn to echo George V and cry "Bugger Bognor!" ? You will have to read the match report to find out!

The Sussex Golf Captains, founded in 1964, are a non-profit making organisation for Past and Present Club Captains of Sussex Golf Clubs.

We organise an extensive program of fixtures and matches for our members to enjoy and promote friendship to all.  By doing so, we look to support Sussex Golf Clubs and help to grow the greatest game ever invented.

Last year we returned over £60,000 directly to Sussex Golf Clubs for hosting our events. This doesn't include the incidentals: drinks, buggy hire, ball sweeps and pro's shop spending.  

We are proud to maintain the respect and etiquette the great game of golf richly deserves.

Join Sussex Golf Captains

Membership is open to any past or present Captain of a Sussex County Golf Union affiliated golf club, where the said club offer course courtesy to Sussex Golf Captains. An application form can be downloaded here. 

If you are unsure, please contact the Secretary. 

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