Second Team Results 5/5/2012

The Currie Second Team opened its season today in defense of 3 consecutive championships with a rousing and perhaps record setting performance.  We grabbed an incredible 299 points, an average of almost 19 per player.  The most points we have won in the last 3 years for which I have records was 261 in 2009, so this beats that by 38 points.  We’ll have to try and check back in all the records to see if anyone has ever won 299 points before.  Whitnall was a distant second with 220 points.  Here are the team standings:

Currie	299
Whitnall	220
Grant	200
Oakwood	168
Greenfield	168
Brown Deer	161
Dretzka	128

Five of our players won all 24 points, Bowring, Bruss, Frenzel, Camosy, and Seamandel.  Five more won at least 20, Collins, Schreindl Mark, Johnson Rayfield, Zolandz, and Dahlgren.  Three players broke 80, Collins with 76, Bowring 78, and yours truly with 79.  Some team wags suggested that your team captain shot his age on his birthday today, but math not being their strongpoint, they were off by a whopping 12 years.  All the scores and points are listed below, and the file with all the data is attached for the analytical among you.   There was a problem with the skins computations, so those results will be reviewed and sent out later.  Also flag winners are not listed, but will be sent out later.

Next up is Dretzka on Sunday, June 5.  I’ll be recruiting players for that match very soon, but if you think you can do well there, feel free to let me know.

Jack 

Player	Score	Hcp	Net	Points
Bowring	78	10	68	24
Bruss	79	13	66	24
Frenzel	80	8	72	24
Camosy	90	19	71	24
Seamandel	101	22	79	24
Collins	76	5	71	22
Schreindl, Mark	86	13	73	21
Johnson, Rayfield	86	22	64	21
Zolandz	95	19	76	21
Dahlgren	83	11	72	20
Mader	80	9	71	19
Pederson	87	14	73	17
Ferguson	90	15	75	16
Jaeger, Steve	86	11	75	13
Cuthbert	89	12	77	8
Stella, Terry	93	12	81	1
				299

Wednesday, May 9th Monthly Meeting

PLEASE NOTE!!!!  All meetings will be held at the Currie Park Club House, at 6:30pm.  In the past, Currie used to have meetings to share information and allow for some discussion.  We are attempting to restart those meetings which will be conducted the second Wednesday of each month.

Time: 6:30pm

Place: Currie Park

A chance to drop off your dues for this years membership $100 payable to "Currie Park Mens Club"

Topics for the meeting include:

Past event summary: (Mike Kessler)

Hawks View

The Bog

Upcoming Events Explored: 

ESPN Challenge / Currie 2 man best ball (Eric G. & Mike K.)

Wanaki Match (24 players required) (Dan Webb)

Currie Cup distilling the event (Michael Kessler)

1^st team matches (Jim Fossett)

2^nd team matches (Jack Bruss)

Tour of the County (Bill Zolandz)

MCPLA Tournament (Bob Freuck)

Clarification of Event expectations (working with golf committee)  (Dan Webb)

Currie Members match play pairings and format explained (opting-out clause) – (Mike O’Neal)

County is going to e-Blast their email subscribers (Dan Webb)

What / if anything does Currie what to attach to the e-Blast

Membership Chair email address?

Membership Chairman:  is there one; what is expected? (Dan Webb & Rich Saks)

Membership Count – treasurer and membership chair (Tom Condella & Rich Saks)

Sprinkler head installation of yardage markers along with general pickup sticks volunteers – setting a date likely during the week (potential for some golf afterward).  (Dan Webb)

New Open Discussion to collect topics for next meeting (Everyone)

Meeting Adjourn 

<ACTION ITEM>  Please check to make sure we have your correct contact information

Message from Second Team Captain Jack

There are a couple of new wrinkles this year.  To speed up play the following was written into the Second Team rules:

In an effort to speed up play if there is doubt as to the likelihood of finding a ball or as to whether a ball is in a hazard the player may hit a provisional ball under Rule 27-2.  In addition the competitors may suggest the player hit a provisional ball without being in violation of offering advice.  If the original ball is found or is determined to be in a hazard the provisional ball is out of play under Rule 27-2c and you must proceed under the Rules of Golf.  Each player is responsible for knowing the rules, or asking the competitors if in doubt. 

This means A. You are allowed to suggest to an opponent that he hit a provisional if you think he should, and B. you can hit a provisional even if you are unsure if your ball went into a hazard.  Make sure you understand these changes and their intent.

Also new this year is a provision that each foursome turn in one official neat, clean scorecard with only the player scores, the point totals, and 4 signatures on it.  No slashes, dashes, dots, no hole by hole match results, etc.; just a clean scorecard so the person entering the results in the computer can read it easily.  And remember, it needs 4 signatures.  Therefore on the first tee, decide in your foursome who will be keeping this clean card.  One of you must take responsibility for that.  If you are the one keeping the clean card, I suggest you also keep a second card to keep track of your matches, but that is up to you.  I think it is helpful to know where you stand in each match.  And please don’t leave the grounds until you are certain the official scorecard has been signed and turned in.

Your opponents should all know about these new changes this year, but likely some won’t have gotten the message, so make sure you communicate with them, especially about the clean scorecard.

Don’t forget about the dress code, which hasn’t changed – shirts with collars are required and no denim is allowed.  Cell phones must be turned off, but you can use a range finder on a Smartphone or equivalent, as long as the phone function is turned off, and the device measures distance only.

Lastly, as always, every point counts, so hang in there and battle on every hole. 


Captain Jack

WPLA Applications Posted

There are applications for the WPLA posted with links the Schedule page.   For you studs with low handicaps, the Fischer and Billy Sixty are avaialble for printing and submitting.   Also, the other state events which have NET divisions are open to everyone, please see the schedule page for links to the applicaitions.  Courses include traditionaly Janesville Riverside, Whitnall, Glen Erin, and Naga-Waukee & Wanaki Golf Courses for the WPLA events.  

The forms may also be accessed on the WPLA website.

scores from hawks view

Good turn out today at the Hawk.   Cold, rainy, and a little breezy at times but not enough to get Mr J Brandt to cover up those legs, well played sir.  There was no event today nor were there pin events, but please send me your scores from today.  We are going to create a results page for all of our events starting with today.   With the Currie events we will be collecting score cards after all the rounds with proper scoring and signature's required.    Thanks again to all who made the trip, tomorrow at the Bog should be like paradise compared to today.  55 and sunny.  See you there.

Questions about Hawks View Event

Is it possible the Event could be cancelled at Hawks View?
When will the course or Board Members make the call to cancel event?
Do we golf in the rain?
What happens if someone does not show and the course is open?

For those new members and existing members who are unclear, we golf unless the course is closed. Therefore, everyone should plan on at least making the trip to the course. Bring your rain gear and plan on planning. If the course does happen to close, we will make a post on this web site as quickly as we know. Because, it is a trip for many of us. We will all likely already be in route to the course. So, pack up the clubs, the rain suit, and some extra towels and don't forget the cart cover and umbrella. We will see you at Hawks View.

see Section X

Article X - Club Events
...
Section 8 . All events will be conducted, rain or shine, unless the course is closed. Questionable weather will not be accepted as a reason for a "no-show."
Section 9 . During any event, regardless of the weather, play shall continue except for the following reasons: the committee/course has suspended play or the player(s) feel that there is danger from lightening. Heavy rain is not considered an appropriate reason for stoppage of play (ref. USGA rule 6-8).

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Tee Time Information April 28 & 29

Here are the pairings sent to the golf courses for this weekends events.

Hawks View

The Bog

REMINDER as per by-laws:  Article X Section 2.

Article X - Club Events
Section 1. Club events are open to all paid members.
Section 2. Any member who signs up for an event is liable for the green fees for that event. All sign-up sheets for club events will be considered finalized ten (10) days prior to the event, unless otherwise specified for the course being played. After this time, if a member is unable to play, he must find a substitute or pay the associated event fees.

May, June, & July Sign-ups available

Calling all golfers to sign-up for May, June, and July events; BrownDeer event will be posted soon.  The links to each event are here for you to quickly follow to sign up.

Several awesome tracks to play include our on “Currie National”; thank you Jack Bruss for lining up the courses this year.  If anyone sees Jack, shot him a Currie salute.  Courses which everyone should find in pretty good shape include: 

Currie Park – a special event for ESPN 2 Man Bestball Challenge

The Oaks – a windy breeze generally blowing over this layout 

Currie Park – on the schedule to help get your club matches played

Hawthorne Hills – the land where Silkey and the Eel stake their claims

Whispering Springs – a short drive to Fond u lac to find a little hidden treasure

New Berlin Hills - Established in 1907, is continually recognized as one of the premier course

1st Team Information

The First Team form for this year will be back to the old format except that we will not have the Medal Play as  part of the scoring.  Within each group, you will be playing 3 matches versus the other club’s member.  The scoring in each match will be for 6 total points versus each competitor for a possible total point scored of 18. 

2 points for the front nine, 2 points for the back nine and 2 points for the 18hole match.  

The schedule is as follows.

Match #1                     May 12^th                      Whitnall

Match #2                     June 17^th                      Greenfield

Match #3                     July 7th                       Brown Deer

Match #4                     August 12^th                 Oakwood       

Match #5                     September 15^th            Currie

We will be going off the first tee for all matches and players will be assigned a tee-time starting at 7 am.  No more shotgun starts.  

Hawks View April 28th

Hawks View is our first scheduled event as a Member-Guest gathering to kick off the season.  There are a few tee times available to get your guest signed up.  Get on the list so you don't miss out on a very nice golf course with greens that have some interesting undulations.  Here is a linkto connect you directly to the sign-up sheet.  The cost is going to be $45 + tax.  You will pay at the counter at the course.

The BOG - updated with Two additional tee times

Because of the full field we have added two additional tee times for those who may be late to getting signed up.  Also, we want to allow for some new members who are finding their way around yet.  Come on veteran members help out a fellow member with getting to the BOG!

https://sites.google.com/site/currieparkgolf/events/event2012-0429-thebog  

April 4th Meeting

Time:  6:30pm Place: Currie Park

Topics for the meeting include:

·         We are need of some volunteers to help with some work around the course.  What can you do to make our club’s course a better place to play golf?  President Webb will explain.

·         Signups for the Events

o   The Bog is nearly full

o   Hawks View has a few openings

o   If you are signing up a guest, please get the name of the player and share an email address.  We would like to see if the guest may want to join the club

·         Sign up for events; web master is working to get the remaining events created on the website

o   Next Currie event after member-guest is May 27^th (ESPN 2-man BB)

·         Scoreboard at Currie National – what do you think about the idea?

·         Season is open – post your scores beginning April 1^st

o   Make sure you are posting the rounds played in the south

·         1^st Team & 2^nd Team updates on format & rule changes; prepay schedule; and sign ups

·         Website’s (Which website do I need to pay attention to and what is the purpose?)

o   Public website (http://www.currieparkmensclub.com ) – looking to retired as this costs money, difficult to manage content

o   Blog website (http://www.currieparkmensclub.blogspot.com ) -  open public community to help share information quickly to members and others, mobile friendly

o   Facebook website (http://www.facebook.com/pages/Currie-Park-Mens-Golf-Club#!/groups/35132292660/ ) – private group on facebook to socialize have some fun sharing pictures tossing out some sarcastic jabs

o   Google website (https://sites.google.com/site/currieparkgolf ) - secured website where all sign up for events is done.

o   Bookmark the BLOG website and you will informed and will be able to easily navigate to our private and secure websites.

o   If you can’t get to the private or secure websites, please send an email to kcollinsATwi.rr.com to get verified for access.

·         Open forum to gather topics for the next meeting in May

o   What are your questions?

o   What are your concerns?

o   What is working for you?

o   Recommend new members to attack to our club

County Applications available

Posted the mcpla apps on the Currie Websites. Note to all of our members Bob expects about 30 entries from the National Members.   Bob County Tournamnent Director.

MCPLA Senior Application
MCPLA Mid-Am Application

Spring Kick off meeting 3/5/2012

Welcome NEW MEMBERS:   Corey, Ben, Eric, Mark, Gary, John

New Superintendent:  Matt (not present) – welcome

Events Pairings for Currie events will be A, B, C, D players – just sign up with your name pairings will be determined for the event.

Treasurer Report:  $300 in account; $100 membership fees; $50 TOC fees

Handicap per player: $25

MCPLA Fee: $7.50

There will be a monthly meeting @Currie MONTHLY

·         1^st Wednesday of every month

·         Submit topics to Dan Webb for discussion/ideas/thoughts

·         Financial report

Handicap Chair:

·         WSGA Administrates the Handicap

·         Club is responsible for members

·         1^st and 15^th new index is calculated (make sure you post your scores before the new indexes are calculated)

·         Explanation of Handicap scoring; it’s your responsibility

·         Timely posting of scores; before 1^st & 15^th, if you have played a round

1^st Team – Jim Fossett

·         12 player teams

·         Tee times (handicappers with 0-10); sign up if you are near 10 in the case we run short

·         Format is Match Play

·         No Handicap

·         Club vs. Club

·         Sign up on Website if interested or email Jim

·         Priority for playing will be lowest handicap to higher

·         Watch for communication about potential team shirts

·         No Shotgun start (also you need to pre-pay)

·         No Food or Drink  (optionally, the club can purchase $2 tickets from Chet)

2^nd Team – Jack Bruss

·         24 points (2,2,2,2) per match vs. other clubs

·         16 players

·         Brian Pederson (Assistant Director for 2^nd Team)

·         Handicap 6.5 and higher (using full handicap during matches)

·         You will play someone near your handicap

·         Cross-over tee times starting at 6am (First match will be 6:30am)

·         Send email to Jack if interested; or sign up on website

·         Pay is pre-pay; need to send money to Tom Condella

·         No Food or Drink

Tour of the County (TOC) – Bill Zolandz

·         Steve Jager (Pioneer of event)

·         7 events at all the county course

·         $50 fee / 100% payout

·         NEW!  10 day sign up deadline

·         Sign up on Website

·         Defending Champion:  Bill Zolandz

·         Target score: based on TEE BOX (relative to target score)

·         9:04 is first tee time

·         Last year we had 32 people

MCPLA – Bob Freuck

·         Events to Attend – the Mid-Am (25-54)/Senior (55 & up)

o   Net and Gross

o   $75 Fee – entry deadline is Friday, May 4^th – Get signed up!

·         Pace of play important – PLAY READY GOLF!

·         Arnold Walker (August 25-26) watch for entries sometime in May

·         If you see guys in trouble; self-police your foursome

·         Send email to Bob optionally for application; or watch website

PACE of Play

·         4 hrs. 15 minutes @Currie – Good job in Currie outings – keep it up!

·         If you fall behind; work hard as a foursome to catch up

Golf Galaxy – Del [Manager at Greenfield Store]

·         Shafts – “Fitting your Golf Shafts”

·         Differences:  $100, $300, Stock – construction, launch & spin

·         You might not be hitting the ball to high – you might be spinning the ball too much

·         Elements to consider:  Stiffness (Staff Flex); Torque – How it feels; does not help spin.

·         How to schedule?  Call Dan Webb or call store

·         Putter Fittings - $20

·         Quick fit - $30 (20 minutes)

·         Driver $80 (40 minutes)

·         Platinum $150 (1.5-2 hours) – ball, driver, putter, wedges, gaps with irons

Currie Cup

·         @Currie

·         $110 – 36 holes (open to entire club)

·         Watch of sign up online

Wanaki Challenge in the works – only 2 open dates; this is work in progess – stay tuned

ESPN Challenges at Currie – get signed up (we are going to have a Currie Event the same day)

·         We need 30 teams to help our PGA Pro (Eric Gitter)

Club Meeting March 5th - Coming Soon

The March 5th meeting is coming up on us quickly. 6 inches of snow should not be scaring you away. The website is getting some updates to include sign ups. Take a notice to the links under the officers in the club help with events; these links will take you directly to the sign up sheets on the "Google" site. (Make sure you have signed into Google, if you are having trouble or don't have a sign-in ID, please send kcollins at wi.rr.com an email message.) We will see you at the meeting.