Wednesday 29th May 2013 – Pennard – Away – Tee-Off 11.00am

Team :- Richard Bourne (Capt.) & Paul Bowden; Keith Griffiths & Stuart Hodgson; Clive Gorvett & Peter Robinson; Graham Davies & Norman Williams;

Stuart Rees & Jeff Waite; Les Fitzgerald & Terry Emlyn-Jones; John Carpenter & Oliver Murphy; John Dacey & Howard Davies.

Reserves (in no particular order) :- Tom Hawkins; David Williams; Tony Foyle.

Thursday 23rd May 2013 – Dinas Powis – Home – Tee-Off 11.00am                          Reporter:- Keith Griffiths

Team :- Keith Griffiths (Acting Capt.) & Peter Robinson; Paul Bowden & Billy Pole; Alan Jones & Dave Lawrence ; Howard Davies & Alan Rogers;

Stuart Rees & Ollie Murphy; Graham Davies & Terry Emlyn-Jones; Rob Trainor & John Carpenter; Dennis Redwood & Dave Crecraft.

Reserves (in no particular order ) :-  John Davis.

Captain Alan Mitchell and his Dinas Powis Seniors Team received a warm welcome to The Grove Golf Club by acting Captain Keith Griffiths for the first of their two matches in 2013. The weather was quite Autumnal at the start with some scattered showers and a strong N.W. wind, but things did improve during the round and the players were able to enjoy some blue skies and sunshine. Unfortunately, the last group were on th 18th green when there was a sudden cloud burst but they made it to the shelter of the Clubhouse before getting a soaking. The course, as mentioned on Tuesdays report, is in very good condition and all the players enjoyed their games even though there were testing conditions with the strong, blustery winds. After the game everybody enjoyed a drink and a chat in the bar before sitting down to another excellent meal. The Home Team were comfortable winners on the day but they know that the away game at Dinas Powis Golf Club in Septemeber will be a tough challenge.

Tuesday 21st May 2013 – St. Athan – Home – Tee-Off 11.00am                                     Reporter:- Keith Griffiths

Team :- Richard Bourne (Capt.) & John Dacey; John Carpenter & Rob Trainor; Howard Davies  & Keith Griffiths; Alan Jones & Rob Ralph;

Dave Lawrence & Stuart Rees; Paul Bowden & Alan Rogers; Peter Robinson & Glyn Lloyd; Clive Gorvett & Aneurin Morgan.

Reserves (in no particular order):- Ollie Murphy; Terry Emlyn-Jones; Dave Crecraft; John Davis

Captain Richard Bourne welcomed Captain Mike Hogan and his St. Athan Seniors Team to the Grove for the first Friendly Fixture played for the Terry Diaper Trophy. The weather was overcast but warm with a light breeze at the start of proceedings but as the games progressed the sun appeared and the temperature rose making it pleasantly warm and ideal for playing golf. The course was in very good condition, even though the greens were a little on the slow side, and everybody enjoyed their games. After the match players gathered together in the Bar where they quenched their thirsts before sitting down to a very enjoyable meal. A well known Grove Seniors prankster managed to convince the catering staff that his table was the Captains table and in doing so was served with dinner before the actual Captain but it was all taken in good humour. The Grove Seniors Team now go into the re-arranged Away game on 24th June with a healthy 5.1/2 games to 2.1/2 game lead but knowing that they will have to be at their best to win the Trophy.

Wednesday 15th May 2013 – Greenmeadow – Away – Tee-Off 10.00m                      Reporter:- Keith Griffiths

Team :- Keith Griffiths (Acting Capt.) & Dave Lawrence; Don Knight & Billy Pole; Paul Bowden & Peter Robinson; Les Fitzgerald & Dave Crecraft;

Dave Orr & Wyn Jones; Bob Ralph & Graham Davies; Mike Scully & Stuart Rees; John Carpenter & Alan Jones.

Reserves (in no particular order ) :- Terry Emlyn-Jones; Tony Foyle; Dave Williams; John Dacey.

Captain Ioan Price and the Greenmeadow Seniors Team gave a warm welcome to Acting Captain Keith Griffiths and his Grove Seniors Team for their return Friendly Fixture at Greenmeadow Golf Club. The weather was a complete surprise considering the rain experienced the previous day, and all the players enjoyed the glorious sunshine even though there was a light wind blowing. The course was in excellent condition (as usual) with well kept greens all of which helped to make it a very enjoyable day of golf. After the game the players enjoyed a drink together in the Bar which was then followed by an excellent meal. The Home Team had their revenge for a heavy loss at the Grove and came out winners by 5 games to 3 games. This concludes this fixture for 2013 and everybody now looks forward to resuming matters in 2014.

Thursday 2nd May 2013 – Fairwood Park – Home – Tee-Off 11.00am.                        Reporter:- Keith Griffiths

Team :- Keith Griffiths (Acting Capt.) & John Carpenter; Paul Bowden & Mike Scully; Dave Orr & Graham Davies; Mike Davies (30) & Terry Emlyn-Jones;

John Dacey & Billy Pole; Les Fitzgerald & Terry Perryman; Howard Davies & Stuart Rees; Don Knight & Ollie Murphy.

Reserves (in no particular order) :- Dave Lawrence; Bob Ralph; Richard Ashman; Paul Hyder

Acting Captain Keith Griffiths welcomed Captain Bob Hesketh and the Fairwood Park Team to The Grove for the first of this years Friendly Fixtures. The weather was a complete contrast to last years fixture at The Grove which was cancelled due to heavy rain – this time the players were greeted with bright sunshine, blue skies and a light wind. The course was in very good condition and although the greens had been top dressed they still played pretty well. Everybody enjoyed a great late morning/early afternoon of golf which appeared to inflict a terrible thirst on all who played – this was soon remedied in the Bar after the game. A fine meal was then served-up and enjoyed in the Parklands Dining Room after which both Captains gave their verdict on the days experiences. The game ended in a genuine “honourable half” – 4 games all. The Grove Team now look forward to the return match at Fairwood Park on the 19th September.

Thursday 25th April 2013 – Parc – Away -  Tee-Off 11.00am                                            Reporter :- Dave Lawrence

Team :- Richard Bourne (Capt.)  & Don Knight; Dave Lawrence & Alan Jones; Paul Bowden & Billy Pole; Les Fitzgerald & Tony Foyle; Mike Scully & Dave Orr;

Dennis Redwood & Ollie Murphy; Jeff Waite & Norman Williams; Graham Davies & Terry Emlyn-Jones.

Reserves (in no particualr order) :- John Carpenter; Stuart Rees; John Dacey; Bob Ralph; Peter Robinson; Howard Davies.

After leaving Porthcawl this morning ,covered in a mist and slight drizzle ,the Grove Seniors arrived at the Parc Golf Club Newport to a warm welcome from our opponents.Luckily the mist and drizzle stopped and the match was played in fairly good weather.The course was in good condition,particularly the greens,good cover and a nice colour but we were caught out as they turned out slower than they appeared. Everyone enjoyed the matches and the cameraderie, however the Parc / Grove trophy was retained by the home side by 4.1/2 to 3.1/2. Home captain Dave Auldridge was pleased to be renewing old acquaintances and we were well fed with a gammon steak meal followed by a pear crumble sweet. We are now looking forward to the home fixture with the aim of winning back the trophy.

Thursday 18th April 2013 – Brynhill – Home  – Tee-Off 11.00am                                   Reporter :- Keith Griffiths

Team :- Richard Bourne (Capt.) & Doug Ford; Jeff Waite & Norman Williams; Paul Hyder & Dennis Redwood; Keith Griffiths & Stuart Rees;

Les Fitzgerald & John Dacey; Alan Jones & David Crecraft; Peter Robinson & Terry Emlyn-Jones; Mike Scully & Dave Williams.

Reserves (in no particular order) :- Robert Trainor; Howard Davies; Ollie Murphy; Billy Pole; Dave Orr.

Grove Seniors Captain Richard Bourne warmly welcomed Brynhill Seniors Captain Derek Coombes and his Team to The Grove for the annual Friendly Fixture. The weather at the start of proceedings was threatening with some light rain and strong westerly winds blowing. As the games progressed through the late morning and afternoon the weather improved and the players enjoyed some blue skies and pleasant sunshine. The course continues to improve after some early maintenance work with both the fairways and greens hard & fast, even after some much needed rain experienced of late. Both teams enjoyed the golf which was followed by some light refreshment and some good food. The Home Team were wi nners on the day by 7 games to 1 game.

Thursday 11th April 2013 – Pyle & Kenfig – Home – Tee-Off 11.00am                           Reporter :- Keith Griffiths

Team :-  Richard Bourne (Capt.) & Richard Ashman; Paul Bowden & Clive Gorvett; Keith Griffiths & Glyn Lloyd; Dave Lawrence & John Carpenter;

Howard Davies & Bob Ralph; John Dacey & Stuart Rees; Peter Robinson & Mike Scully; Dave Orr & Wyn Jones.

Reserves (in no particular order) :- Mike Peters; Tony Foyle;  Alan Jones; Robert Trainor; Dave Williams.

Our very good friends & neighbours Pyle & Kenfig Seniors were todays visitors to The Grove for their annual friendly fixture. The first flight tee’d off at 11am with the weather a lot milder than of late but a little damp with some light rain which turned to sunshine and blue skies and then to heavy rain as both Teams made their way around the golf course. Work is still in progress on the course but it did not spoil the the games which were played in great spirit and humour and was enjoyed by all. The game was followed by some great banter and camaraderie  over a drink in the Bar and then by a very enjoyable meal. Grove Seniors Captain Richard Bourne warmly welcomed Pyle & Kenfig Seniors Captain John Adsley and his Team to The Grove and hoped that they had enjoyed their day. Captain John Adsley replied graciously and hoped that the fixture would continue for many years to come because of the enjoyment and friendship shared by all who played. Of lesser importance was the result which was a win for The Grove by 5.1/2 games to 2.1/2 games. Everybody now looks forward to the return match at Pyle & Kenfig Golf Club which always proves to be a difficult, testing but enjoyable course to play.

Thursday 4th April 2013 – Gower – Away  Tee-Off 11.00am                                              Reporter :- Keith Griffiths

Team :- Keith Griffiths (acting Capt.) & Paul Bowden;   Howard Davies & Ollie Murphy;  Peter Robinson & Stuart Rees;  John Carpenter & David Orr;

Bob Trainor & Dave Lawrence;  Billy Pole & David Williams;  Don Knight & Tony Foyle;  Clive Gorvett & Alan Jones.

Reserves (in no particular order) :- Jeff Waite; Alan Jones; Norman Williams; Richard Ashman.

The Grove Seniors Team travelled to The Gower Golf Club for their away game in the pursuit of The Frank Walker Cup. Once again the weather was dry and bitterly cold in the blustery wind but the course was in good condition (hard & fast) and the greens were quite fast as a result of the use of an ironing machine by the green staff. Both Teams enjoyed a very competitive game played in a friendly spirit which was followed by a well earned drink and an excellent meal. In his after dinner speech The Gower Golf Club Seniors Captain Ken Graves warmly welcomed The Grove Seniors Team and hoped that they had enjoyed their day even though the sun made a very late appearance at the end of the afternoon. The Home Team were the victors by 5.1/2 games to 2.1/2 games leaving The Grove Team a mountain to climb in the return match in August. Congratulations were the order of the day for Gower Senior Tony Phillips who had a Hole-in-One on hole 11.

Thursday 28th March   –  Green Meadow – Home  Tee Off 11.00am                                Reporter :- Dave Lawrence

Team:-    R Bourne (Capt.)/P Hyder;           D Lawrence/B Pole;      Don Knight/G Jones;            R. Ashman/ D Redwood;

J. Dacey/R Trainor;                    A. Jones/ R Ralph;          P. Bowden/S Rees;             H. Davies/D Williams.

Reserves :-   W. Jones;   J Carpenter;   O Murphy;  D Orr;

The Grove Golf Club Seniors played their Friendly Fixture against Greenmeadow Seniors on another very cold day with the biting easterly wind continuing to blow and make conditions difficult. The course remains dry and the fairways hard and fast, but the greens once again were difficult to putt on due to the continuing maintenance work. The golf was once again followed by a friendly drink in the bar and a most welcomed and enjoyable hot meal. Grove Seniors Captain Richard Bourne welcomed Greenmeadow Seniors Captain Ioan Price and his Team to the Grove and hoped they had enjoyed their day even though the conditions were not ideal. The Home Team were once again winners by 7 games t0 1 game.

Tuesday 26th March 2013  -   Vale of Glamorgan – Home   Tee Off 11.30am                Reporter :- Dave Lawrence

Team:-  R Bourne (Capt.)/C Gorvett ;       P Bowden,/G Lloyd;        M Davies(30)/D Williams;     J Carpenter/T Foyle;

K Davies/M Scully                          Alan Jones/D Orr;            Stuart Rees/W Jones;             D Lawrence/O Murphy

Reserves:   R Ralph;   H Davies;    R Trainor;   R. Ashman;  G. Davies;   J. Dacey;   D. Knight.

The Vale of Glamorgan Seniors Team under the Captaincy of Ken Gregory were the visitors to The Grove for this re-arranged Friendly Fixture. The weather was extremely cold with a biting easterly wind and the course was dry with the ground hard which was a nice change after the very wet conditions experienced of late. Putting was a bit of a lottery as the greens had been hollow tined as part of planned maintenance. After the game both teams enjoyed some liquid refreshment before sitting down for a very enjoyable meal. After the dinner Captain Richard Bourne warmly welcomed Captain Ken Gregory and his Team and hoped that they had enjoyed  their day even though the Home Team were the victors by 5 1/2 games to 2 1/2 games.

Thursday 21st March 2013 – St. Athan – Away – Tee-Off  11.00am

Team :- Richard Bourne (Capt.) & Don Knight; Wyn Jones & Gwyn Jones; Robert Trainor & Mike Scully; Howard Davies & Ollie Murphy;

Richard Ashman & Bob Ralph; Billy Pole & Dave Orr; John Carpenter & Alan Jones; Clive Gorvett & Paul Bowden.

Reserves :- Graham Davies; Terry Emlyn-Jones; Tony Foyle; Dave Williams.

Match was postponed due to bad weather – will be rescheduled for Thursday 9th May.