We held our first ever 1 day Ryder Cup on Tuesday, 6th September. Phil Richards devised the format where we play the Ryder Cup format all in one day, i.e. 6 holes of better ball, 6 holes of foursomes and 6 holes of individual match play. As in the real Ryder Cup we had two teams lead by Derek Mac (President) and Jo McKernon (acting vice president) competing for a fantastic Ryder Cup of our own donated by club member Dermott Haughian. Each team of 12 was picked playground fashion after the toss of a coin. The Captains, Derek & Jo, then went and studied the teams they'd picked to pair them off ready for battle! Out of interest we added up each teams handicaps to see who had, in theory, the stronger side. Believe it or not the difference was only one, 250 to 251! So it was all down to tactics and players on the day.

  As usual we had fantastic weather for the event, each 4 ball was fairly balanced, so it was anybody's game. Towards the end it was Derek's team that was looking favourable, but the final four balls were all running close. It was down to the individuals that were all running neck and neck. It couldn't have ended any closer, 1 putt, 1 chip, 1 drive, any of these shots could have tipped the balance, but the winning team with 12 and a half to 11 and a half was acting vice presidents Jo McKernon's team.

  A celebratory drink in our clubhouse, the Kings Arms and the presentation, then it's until next year when the Presidents team will try to steal the Ryder Cup from the vices clutches!

  Don’t forget our next event is Tuesday, 27th September. Tee times are from 10.40 am followed by Sunday 9th October.

  If you want to join us as a member or guest for this or any future events, or if you would like any further information about the society, please contact:

President: Derek Mac on (0034) 646 672888
or myself on (0034) 620 161360
or drop me an email

Alternatively check out our website for details & dates.

Hope to see you soon,

Dave Brown (Society Secretary)