Thursday, May 31, 2018

Edward Manchul


We are sad to announce the passing of long time Member, Mr. Edward Manchul on Wednesday, May 30th. Mr. Manchul passed peacefully in his sleep, had many close friends at Whitevale and was very proud of his two holes in one. He will be missed by all of his Whitevale family.



A celebration of life reception will be held at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery  on Sunday, June 3rd from 2-4pm. 375 Mt Pleasant Rd, Toronto, ON M4T 2V8

Tuesday, May 29, 2018

George S. Lyon Team Championship

On Monday Whitevale hosted the George S. Lyon Team Championship. We are incredibly proud of this achievement and are elated with the results and feedback we received from members and guests. It was also great to see so many of you walking around our golf course with pride.

The wind and heat didn't stop the festivities! The tournament played without delay. It was great to see so many smiling faces enjoying the golf course, service and food and beverage details implemented by the Committee and executed by our staff. Many participants were blown away by the service and facilities here at Whitevale.

Congratulations to our team Mark Brewer, Sean McCullough, Wade Brackenbury and Jared Docking for coming in fifth!

We want to say a huge thank you to our members and staff for all the hard work, planning and execution of yesterday's event.


Results

George S. Lyon Team Champions - Cataraqui



Low score of 69 by Sam Neek



Whitevale President, Michael Woolgar, accepts plaque






Spring Derby Results

With a total of 96 players in this year's event and perfect summer weather, it was time to crown another champion at Whitevale. After some impressive point totals after day 1 the real pressure came on Sunday. Congratulations to the team of Debbie Couch, Chris Couch, Margaret Hart & Kevin Duda who ended the weekend with a slim 1 point victory.

Overall Totals

1st - Debbie Couch, Chris Couch, Margaret Hart & Kevin Duda. 38 pts. ($125/each)
2nd - Kim Blake, Anne Trimble, John Trimble & Bob Nebel. 37 pts. ($85/each)
3rd - K. Brackenbury, W. Brackenbury, Dave Walker & Barry Catterall. 36 pts. ($50/each)
4th - Cindy Alexiou, John Alexiou, Diane Packer & Tim Packer. 35 pts. ($45/each)
5th - Norma Columbus, Don Davis, Linda Briggs & Nigel Rennie. 34 pts. ($37.50/each)
6th - Sean McCullough, Brad Haley, Craig Ferns & Marl Burrell. 33 pts. ($30/each)

Day 1 Totals

1st - Norma Columbus, Don Davis, Linda Briggs & Nigel Rennie. 23 pts. ($40/each)
2nd - Clayton Spahn, Bob Spahn, Peter Lambrinos & Tom Bermingham. 21 pts. ($27.50/each)
2nd - Peter Leaney, Rob Connors, Dave Jamieson & Mike McGarragle. 21 pts. ($27.50/each)
4th - Kim Blake, Anne Trimble, John Trimble & Bob Nebel. 20 pts. ($18.50/each)

Thursday, May 24, 2018

Congratulations Junior Member Brendan Dunphy!

The Investors Group Junior Spring Classic was held over the Victoria Day long weekend at Wooden Sticks Golf Club. Although the weather was a little bit wet on the starting Saturday it was nothing but blue skies on Sunday and Monday. Perfect weather for our junior member Brendan Dunphy to shine. A big congratulations goes out to Brendan who tied for 2nd in the Investors Group Junior Spring Classic. Way to go Brendan!
https://gao.bluegolf.com/bluegolf/gao18/event/gao1837/contest/1/leaderboard.htm

Saturday, May 19, 2018

Robert "Bob" Braun

It is with profound sadness that we report the passing of Robert "Bob" Braun, a member of Whitevale since 1987. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ingrid and her family during this difficult time.

BRAUN, Robert "Bob" July 26, 1928 - May 12, 2018 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bob. A wonderful and adored husband to wife, Ingrid for over 70 years. A beloved father to daughter, Elke and son, Robert. Granddaughters Elana and Ashley, great-grandfather to Phoenix. Bob will be missed by his family and friends. Bob and his young family came to Canada in 1954 where he started a construction company. His ardent devotion and love of golf took Bob and his wife to their house in Florida in the wintertime for 6 months of the year for over 25 years. They were also longstanding members at Whitevale Golf Club. Life was good! He will be missed. At Bob's request cremation has taken place with no service to follow. 

Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Strong Showing by Whitevale Member's

As tournaments start up across the province in preparation for summer events a few Whitevale members have been busy this past week. In the Golf Ontario Tournament of Champions event held at Spring Lakes Golf Club, Gail Pimm finished 1st in the Senior Women's Division after a great score of 75. In the Men's Division Mark Brewer shot 77 to finish in a tie for 24th and in the Senior Men's Division Dave Walker carded a round of 82 finishing in a tie for 53rd.

Congratulations also goes out to Wade Brackenbury who qualified for the Ontario Men's Mid-Am after a score of 75 left him in a tie for 4th and moving on to the finals at Burlington G & CC.

Friday, May 11, 2018

Hole 15 & 16 - Rules Update

As the construction starts up again after a long winter, the characteristics of holes 15 & 16 have changed as most of you have seen. Prior to construction, the area surrounding the maintenance facility has been marked Out of Bounds. With the changes, that same rule will be in place moving forward for those two holes. The Out of Bounds markings are now in place and will be in place until the project has been completed. Over the next few weeks the left side of 15 & 16 will get shaped and start to look more like the final product. We appreciate you patience and look forward to seeing you on the course!

Tuesday, May 1, 2018

Sr. Ryder Cup Qualifying


Sr. Ryder Cup Qualifying

Times for 2  qualifying rounds have been set aside for the mornings of Sat May 12 and Sunday May 13. Sign-up is online and registration will be cut-off  Wed May 9 at 6 pm.



The team will consist of 6 low qualifiers in the 55 to 65 age group-must be age of 55 prior to say July 1, 2018 as there are 2 matches in June and 2 in July and 2 qualifiers from the 65 and up group-the only prequalified person is Dave Walker as Senior Club Champion so there are actually only 5 open  spots in the 55 to 65 -this is a gross score event only. There will also be spares-number to be determined but at least 1 in the over 65 and at least 3 in the 55 to 65. If you want to find out what the Ryder Cup is all about google Ontario Senior Ryder Cup-actually there are a few New York State teams as well. Entry fee to be chitted will be $10 for the weekend with the money going into a fund to subsidize team shirts-there are no prizes other than qualifying. Event is open to all A members and B and C members with a handicap of 10 or less



Qualifying was originally intended to be from last summer’s Senior Club Championship however there was a rule change concerning ages which are now based on day of the match as opposed to Dec 31 so some players did not have a chance to qualify who should have-participants in last year’s Senior Club Championship will have their scores count towards qualifying-the rounds on May 12 and 13 (you must play both) will count to improve your scores from last year’s Senior Championship or you can choose not to play if you are satisfied with last summer’s scores or  you can’t play May 12/13 or want to save $10.



The 55 to 65 participants must play from the blue tees as that is the approximate yardage matches will be played at-participants over 65 can play from the whites as the matches move the over 65’s up somewhat-if you are over 65 you can still choose to play from the blues and qualify in either age group



For your information I have noted the cut off scores from last year’s club championship below:



55 to 65 blue tees 6th place was 168

Over 65 white tees 2nd place was 157



Costs for qualifiers are the cost of a shirt unknown but say $50 plus $60 per event which includes green fees, a cart and a meal (either lunch or light supper)-tournament dates are Jun 18 Whitevale; June 25 Wyndance; July 10 Summit and July 31 Oakdale. If Whitevale moves on there is a playoff round and a championship day. The championship day is no cost, not sure about the playoff round.



  

Bob Nebel, Senior Ryder Cup representative

Weekday Men's Opening Field Day

It was time for the weekday men's opening field day and another great turn out for this year's event. With sunny skies and warm temps the gentlemen were treated to a perfect day to tame the course. In the end the team of Bob Tennyson, Ted Addie, John Carter & Dan McConnachie came out on top.


1st Place - Dan McConnachie, Bob Tennyson, Ted Addie & John Carter (57.5)
2nd Place - Kevin Hughes, Dave Whiting & James Byrne (58.1)
3rd Place - Chris Cummins, Tom O'Connor & Derek Phillips (58.4)
4th Place - Gerry Lawrence, Steve Kelleher, Bryndon Fry & Stan Steinwall (58.5)