The club also presented awards to its members and the Chico State women’s golf team.
Awards and Recognition
The Butte Creek Women’s Golf Club presented awards to its members and the Chico State women’s golf team at the Christmas Giving and Awards Brunch. The awards were given to recognize outstanding achievements and contributions to the club and the community. The club’s president, Sarah, presented the awards, highlighting the members’ dedication and commitment to the club and its mission. The awards included:
- Most Improved Player
- Rookie of the Year
- Most Valuable Player
- Club Champion
- Most Improved Club Member
- Most Improved Junior Golfer
- The modern game of golf as we know it today originated in Scotland in the 18th century. The first golf clubs were made from wood, with the first golf balls being made from feathers stuffed into animal hides. The game was initially played on links courses, which were coastal areas with sandy soil and few trees. The first golf tournament was held in 1754 at the Old Course in St. Andrews, Scotland. ### Rules and Regulations
- The game is played on a rectangular course with 18 holes, each consisting of a tee box, a fairway, and a green. The objective is to hit the ball into each hole using the fewest number of strokes possible. The game is governed by a set of rules, including the rules of play, dress code, and etiquette. ### Types of Golf*
- There are several types of golf, including:
Community Involvement
The Butte Creek Women’s Golf Club is committed to giving back to the community. The club’s annual Christmas Giving and Awards Brunch is a testament to its commitment to philanthropy and community involvement.
The team of Jayne Bunting, Val Gregory, and Darlene Thomasson won the ABCD, Blind Draw, Two Better-Ball shamble format tournament.
The Pro-Points Tournament
The Pro-Points Tournament was a highly anticipated event for the Bidwell Park Women’s Golf Club. The tournament was a culmination of the club’s efforts throughout the year, with members competing in a series of matches to determine the top-scoring team. The tournament was a great opportunity for members to showcase their skills and compete against each other in a fun and competitive environment. Key aspects of the Pro-Points Tournament: + A series of matches played over several weeks + Members competing against each other in a team format + The top-scoring team determined the winner + A great opportunity for members to showcase their skills and compete against each other
The ABCD, Blind Draw, Two Better-Ball Shamble Format Tournament
The ABCD, Blind Draw, Two Better-Ball shamble format tournament was a unique and exciting event for the Bidwell Park Women’s Golf Club. The tournament was held in a blind draw format, where members were paired randomly with other members to form teams.
Lynn Sutherland also won the longest drive on No. 7. 7 with a distance of 215 yards. Lynn Sutherland also won the closest to the pin on No. 7 with a hole-in-one.
Gary Kollenborn, was playing in a foursome with Dick Brooks, Neil Bettencourt and Joe Garcia, over on the west side at The Links at Rolling Hills, when he scored his first hole-in-one. Kollenborn hit a perfect 140-yard, 6-iron into the cup on the 14th hole. An interesting antidote is that besides the 1 on Kollenborn’s scorecard, Brooks had a birdie 2, Garcia made par for a 3, and Bettencourt made bogie for a 4. James Long aced the 2nd hole at Bidwell last week. Long selected his pitching wedge for the 128-yard tee shot that disappeared into the cup for his first hole-in-one. Buddy Hobbs, Clayton Hobbs and Scotty Hobbs attested to Long’s perfect tee shot.
The crowd was in awe, and the players were equally stunned. The shot was so impressive that it was replayed on the Bidwell Golf Course’s social media channels, garnering thousands of views and likes.
The Shot Heard ‘Round the World
The incredible 130-yard, 8-iron approach shot by Christopher Malone on the par 4, 3rd hole at Bidwell Golf Course has left golf enthusiasts and spectators alike in awe.
The Game of Golf
Golf is a sport that has been around for centuries, with its origins dating back to the 15th century in Scotland. The game has evolved over time, with various rules and regulations being introduced to make it more accessible and enjoyable for players of all skill levels.
History of Golf
Rules and Regulations
Types of Golf
+ Stroke play: the most common type of golf, where players compete to achieve the lowest score. + Match play: a type of golf where players compete against each other, with the goal of winning the most holes. + Putting: a type of golf that involves hitting the ball into a hole using a putter.
Ed Anderson’s local golf column appears Tuesdays. He can be reached at edanderson1936@gmail.com.
