Day 219 - Neigbours

Today was one of the final Vets matches of the season: although I hadn't played in the Away match, the team needed an extra player for the Home game and I put my hand up. I was partnered with Paul today and our opponents were Richard and Bruce from Across the Road. 

As far as I could tell, most of the StGH team were called Richard, so at least that made remembering names that bit easier. When I introduced myself to Bruce, I thought that we had met before and he made the connection for me: we had shared a buggy earlier in the summer when I had refereed the Family Foursomes Final. One mystery solved.

We were the last group out and had a very pleasant game, even if the golf was not of the highest standard. I missed two shortish birdie putts on 7 and 12, and then holed a putt that I had no right to for a 2 on 13.  With two holes to go, we were one hole up, but our opponents made good use of their extra shot on 17 and we were unable to capitalise on Paul's on 18 which meant that we had lost 1 Down.  Ouch.

Overall, the team managed a tie: 3 1/2 to 3 1/2, which is never a bad outcome. We had a pre-lunch drink on the terrace and revelled in the glorious sunshine: it was hot!  Another splendid day: great weather, fun golf and a splendid meal as well.  Getting home at about 4, all I could think about was the opportunity to put my feet up...

...which we ended up both doing in front of the $10 million golf from East Lake in the US.  It's only Day 2, but by the time we get to Sunday, I dread to think how much each shot/putt will end up being worth!  It makes our weekend 4 balls for a couple of quid all seem rather tame...