2002 Latest News

Ladies Annual General Meeting [27 December 2002]

The Ladies AGM will take place at 11.00am on Saturday 11^th January 2003 at The Dysart, Petersham Road, Richmond. Click here for a map.

Annual Dinner Dance [17 December 2002]

The Club's Annual Dinner Dance will take place on Saturday 25 January at the regular venue - The Winning Post in Whitton. Book early to avoid disappointment. More...

Next Annual General Meeting [21 November 2002]

The Club's AGM will take place at 8.00pm on Wednesday 29^th January 2003 at All Saints Church Hall, Park Avenue, East Sheen, London SW14. Click here for a list of nominations for the 2003 Committee. Click here for a list of proposals put forward for discussion at the AGM.

Fast Play - Speed is of the Essence [21 November 2002]

With the shortened daylight hours in winter it is important that we all take on board the need to complete our rounds of golf as quickly as possible in order that the later games can be completed before the courses are closed. More...

Christmas Event Announced [18 November 2002]

Come and join the Club for Christmas drinks, buffet and music at the Rosslyn Park Rugby Club on Saturday 14 December. More...

Local Rules [1 November 2002]

The Committee has confirmed seasonal local rules. There is a temporary local rule to deal with newly fallen trees and branches. And there are local rules now in force for winter rules and relief for embedded ball.

Top Dog [28 October 2002]

Stewart Kendall ‘crufted’ a 77 which was good enough to earn 4 more points for the Top Dog Trophy and become the winner outright. Stewart therefore retains the title – well done indeed. More...

New Birdies [23 October 2002]

A bit of trivia for you from Dave Marsh:

"Those strange looking geese we saw on the 17th/18^th holes on Sunday are called 'Egyptian Geese'. Apparently introduced into this country 300 years ago, but of the 900 breeding pairs in this country, 95% reside in the county of Norfolk, where they were introduced. Oddly, for a water bird, they are apparently quite happy roosting in trees and will nest in hollows."

Ladies Invitation [21 October 2002]

The Ladies Captain Maureen Slade and her partner Dave Williams were clear winners in the Ladies Invitation last Saturday. More...

Autumn Away Day Results [15 October 2002]

The Autumn Away Day at Gatton Manor Golf Club took place as scheduled. All the results are here. More...

Grand Medal Finale [11 October 2002]

With immaculate timing, Jon Cooper carded a 67 to ease past Geoff Foreman, Pat King and Jim Rutledge and win the Grand Medal Trophy by 3 clear points. More...

Ladies Invitation [10 October 2002]

The Ladies Invitation takes place this year on Saturday 19 October. Ladies, if you haven't done so already, find a partner from the men's section and invite him today.

Enter your pairing with the Captain or Lady Captain or by signing up on the Club House noticeboard. If you are looking for a partner, put in a request to your Captain who will be only too keen to assist. More...

Autumn Away Day Draws Near [4 October 2002]

The Autumn Away Day at Gatton Manor Golf Club is only 10 days away. Although a good sized group is already registered to attend, it's still possible to sign up for a great day out. More...

Anniversary Trophy is Decided [2 October 2002]

Martin Wright confirmed form to win the Anniversary Trophy – in the end 7 shots clear of Pat King who’d previously had only 2 completed Jubilees. Julie Smith was best lady. More...

Committee Announcements [26 September 2002]

The Committee has issued two important announcements regarding ball marking and joint competitions. Read these by clicking on the links. Read previous Committee announcements on the Club Noticeboard.

Clapham Common Team is Defeated [19 September 2002]

After several close results in previous rounds, Richmond Park met their match in the fifth round of the Clapham Common competition last Sunday.

Harefield came out clear winners by 19 points in the regional final and progress to the national finals. More...

Top Dog Nearly Has His Bone [19 September 2002]

Following the President's Putter event last week, the competition for the Top Dog Trophy is really hotting up.

With just the JH Taylor Shield and Lissaman events remaining there's a tie at the top between Stewart and Jurek on 24 points. Just the following other players could still win outright: John Bennett, Geoff Foreman, John Brosnan, Jim Rutledge and Tim Meyer. More...

Clapham Common Team Prevails [9 September 2002]

Richmond Park won through the fourth round of the Clapham Common competition in another close match. This time Beckenham were the opponents, and mighty opponents they were indeed as they are last years winners. More...

Autumn Mixed Foursomes Result [9 September 2002]

Jon Cooper and Di Jacket emerged victorious in the Autumn Mixed Foursomes event on Saturday. Ian and Julie Smith won the scratch prize. More...

Grand Medal Trophy Counts Down [4 September 2002]

With just one round left in the Grand Medal Trophy, Geoff Foreman is the new leader by 1 over Pat King and Jon Cooper. Only a limited number of players can now catch the leader. More...

Richmond Park Closure [2 September 2002]

The rumours are true. The Royal Parks management has belatedly confirmed that Richmond Park will be closed for a privately sponsored event on Sunday 22 September. Access to the whole Richmond Park, all 2500 acres of it, including the entrance to the golf courses, will be restricted for much of the day. All Club events are cancelled. More...

Rickmansworth in Sight [1 September 2002]

Richmond Park kept in the hunt with a narrow first leg loss at Rickmansworth Saturday. More...

Anniversary Cup Progress [30 August 2002]

With the completion of the Platinum Jubilee competition last Sunday three of the rounds in the Anniversary Cup have been completed. One event remains. Can anyone catch Martin? More...

Victory in the Keys Trophy [28 August 2002]

RPGC stormed to victory with a 9 point margin in the annual Keys Trophy. Jim Rutledge was the star of the show coming in with a net 66. More...

Keys Trophy Team Named [23 August 2002]

The team for the Keys Trophy competition this Saturday has been named. The holders, Putney Park, are honoured with the competition's organisation this year. More...

Autumn Mixed Foursomes Sign Up [22 August 2002]

The Captain has posted the sign-up sheet for the Autumn Mixed Foursomes scheduled for Saturday 9 September. Check the Club noticeboard to sign up or contact the Captain directly. More...

RPGC defeats Airlinks [18 August 2002]

Richmond Park staged a remarkable home victory on the day to overcome a 2-4 deficit and snatch the Trophy from Airlinks. More...

Clapham Common Team Selected for Area Final [15 August 2002]

Captain Martin Wright wisely stayed with a winning formula in selecting the team for Round Four of the Clapham Common competition - the Area Final - against Beckenham on 9 September. More...

Ladies Tamed in Bontor Trophy [14 August 2002]

The annual battle for the Bontor Trophy was settled last weekend after the Men ran out clear winners against the Ladies. More...

President's Putter is On Again [12 August 2002]

A new date has been arranged for the President's Putter - 15 September - after having been postponed from earlier in the year. Click here for the Club Fixture List.

Insurance for Members [7 August 2002]

General golf insurance has been arranged for all members. Cover started on 1 August. More...

Bontor Trophy [5 August 2002]

Battle for the annual Bontor Trophy is set to commence this Saturday 10 August. The first tee time is 12:50 on the Dukes Course and the Captain has asked that all competitors arrive at the Park for 12:15. More...

Clapham Common Team Squeaks Through [30 July 2002]

Richmond Park won through the third round of the Clapham Common competition in a close match against Lullingstone Park. The Area Final awaits our intrepid team in the next round. For the details click here.

Top Dog is Halfway There [25 July 2002]

The competition for the Top Dog Trophy reached the halfway position after the Captain's Day last Sunday.

John Bennett still leads, but Stewart Kendall has leapfrogged to 2^nd with five new names entering the fray. Four events remain to be played. Click here for details.

Mens Invitation Results [22 July 2002]

The Two Kings, Cynthia King and her playing partner Pat King, won first place with a fine 47 points in this year's Mens Invitation. Click here for details.

Clapham Common Team Settled for Next Round [18 July 2002]

Captain Martin Wright stayed with a winning formula in selecting the team for Round Three of the Clapham Common competition against Lullingstone Park on 28 July. Click here for the details.

Clapham Common Team Wins Again [10 July 2002]

Richmond Park won through the second round of the Clapham Common competition against Addington Court. For the details click here.

Bourne Vanneck Outome [8 July 2002]

Richmond Park were denied a chance to qualify for the next round of the Bourne Vanneck when Dave Parkinson was forced to retire after three holes with a back injury. Although the rest of the team of Stewart Kendall, Paul Grand and Phil Flanagan soldiered on at the Tilgate Forrest Golf Club, they knew their efforts would be in vain as the competition is based on the results of all four team members.

Bad luck boys. And let's hope that Dave recovers soon.

Temporary Local Rule [30 June 2002]

The Committee has decreed that the new drainage channels on the greens and at the approaches to greens may be regarded as ‘machinery marks’. Click here for the new temporary local rule.

RPGC holds on at Airlinks [29 June 2002]

Richmond Park kept within reach of Airlinks in the away leg of the annual friendly match. They have a 2-4 deficit to make up at home in August. Click here for further details.

RPGC wins Association Cup [29 June 2002]

The two pairing of Mark Bean & Tim Meyer and Stewart Kendall & Paul Grand have won the Association Cup for Richmond Park Golf Club. Putney Park finish second. Click here for the rest of the story.

Bourne Vanneck Team Selected [25 June 2002]

The Captain has selected the team for the Annual Bourne Vanneck competition on Saturday 7 July. The event is held at Tilgate Forest, tee times to be advised.

The team is Paul Grand, Dave Parkinson, Phil Flanagan and Peter Harrington. More information will appear here as it becomes available.

Association Cup Team Selected [25 June 2002]

Captain Martin Wright has finalised the team for the Association Cup competition this Saturday 29 June. This is the annual competition for the Association Cup run by the Association of Richmond Park Golf Clubs (ARPGC). To view the team and the competition details click here.

Hawtree Team Two Reaches End of Road [24 June 2002]

Team Two lost in a play-off in the second round of the Hawtree Competition after halving the regular match. They visited Wycombe Golf Club and just missed out on advancing to the next round. Click here for more details.

Pine Ridge Away Day Results [31 May 2002]

The Pine Ridge Away Day was a roaring success. Twenty five golfers braved the glorious warm sunshine. Click here for the results.

Events Postponed [26 May 2002]

Two events have been postponed from their originally scheduled dates. These are the President's Putter, scheduled for 26 May and the Ladies Invitation originally scheduled for Saturday 1 June. The Captain and Lady Captains are working on new fixture dates. We'll let you know as soon as new information is available.

Hawtree Team Two Wins [18 May 2002]

Team Two won through to the second round of the Hawtree Competition. They visited Little Hay Golf Club in Hemel Hempstead and came away victors. Click here for more details.

Summer Event Announced [18 May 2002]

The Club has finalised details of this year's Summer Event - a BBQ at the Rosslyn Park Rugby Club on Saturday 10 August. Yes - that's just after the Bontor Trophy is contested - so one group will have fresh gloating rights. Click here for the details.

Men's Friendlies Team Sheet Posted [12 May 2002]

Captain Martin Wright has posted the sign-up sheets for the friendly competitions this summer against Rickmansworth and Airlinks. Check the club house notice board or contact the Captain if you want to sign up for the home or away legs of either of the matches.

Clapham Common Team Wins [11 May 2002]

The Mens Clapham Common Team won through round one against Shoreham (Kent) Golf Club. For more on the story click here.

Hawtree Team One Falls [4 May 2002]

Team One fell at the first hurdle in the Hawtree Competition. They faced a strong side from Abbey Hill Golf Club of Milton Keynes on our own Dukes Course which was looking its best this year so far. To read the sad details click here.

Spring Mixed Foursomes Results [30 April 2002]

The Lady Captain, Cynthia King, and her playing partner Jon Cooper stormed off with the winners prizes in this year's Spring Mixed Foursomes. They scored 38 points to leave the pairing of Pat King and Maureen Slade, the Lady Vice Captain, trailling in second place. Click here to read the whole story.

Summer Knockout Draws Posted [18 April 2002]

The Competitions Secretary, Stewart Kendall, has posted the draws for the summer knockout competitions -  JH Taylor Shield, Two Courses Cup, Men's Doubles and the Mixed Doubles.

You can view the draws by clicking on the competition names above. Check back regularly on the Competitions section of The Club page to see the knockout results as they develop throughout the year.

President's Putter Postponed [14 April 2002]

Due to illness of our President Geoff Seed that prevents him from picking up his clubs at the moment, the President's Putter has been postponed from 21 April to 26 May. In its original slot will be a Two-Ball Texas Scramble.

Clapham Common Team Selected [13 April 2002]

Captain Martin Wright has selected the team for the first round of the Clapham Common Competition against Shoreham Kent on 11 May. The Clapham Common is a national men's greensome knockout competition run by the NAPGC.

To view the team and the competition details click here. Check back regularly on the Matches section of The Club page to see how the team gets on.

Hawtree Teams Selected [13 April 2002]

Captains Martin Wright and Cynthia King have selected the teams for the first round of the Hawtree Competition. The Hawtree is a national mixed foresome knockout competition run by the NAPGC.

The club has entered two teams in this years competition. To view the teams and the competition details click here. Check back regularly on the Matches section of The Club page to follow their progress.