Weather perfect for the Ghyll regional
It was a beautiful sunny day for the teams playing in the Lancashire regional event. The course was in perfect playing condition and although the course was conducive to low scoring that wasn't the case for the majority of the players. Congratulations to Hartford D for winning a place in the Grand Final with 100 points. Coming a very close second was Ghyll B with 99 points and Hartford A coming third with 97 points. Best individual goes to Sean Nutter of Ghyll D with 34 points. Many thanks to everyone that helped on the day,
Winners Hartford D - Martin Major, Rod Skillen & Andy Fraser
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Green Island to defend their title
In what is truly a hidden gem, Temple Golf & Country Club hosted a wonderful regional final in Northern Ireland. Congratulations to Green Island A on their win with 96 points. Second place went to Aughnacloy with 92 points and third place was Bushfoot with 90 points. The best individual was Charlie Toland from Ormeau B with 36 points. We would like to thank everyone at Temple G & C for their warm welcome and great hospitality that made our stay their during the event an enjoyable one. Special thanks to Brian O'Connell and Sarah Jane for all their hard work in what was a memorable regional event.
Winners Green Island A - Andrew Hartley, Peter Warke & Derek Ervine handing over the sheild that was won by their club at the 2008 final in Jersey.
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It's off to the Emerald Isle
The next Regional event is on 19th June, in Northern Ireland to be held at Temple Golf & Country Club. For a virtual 3D tour of the course click here.
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Wet and Windy Crowlands Heath
Winners Fawkham Valley C - Les Milligan, Mike Colgate & Ken Golding
On what started out to be another rainy day, the teams at Crowlands Heath finished the front nine holes fairly quickly. However the sun definitely came out on the back nine with the golf being the best so far in the competion this year, we had our first hole in one! Congratulations to Fawkham Valley C on winning the regional with a score of 117. Runners up were Loughton B with 105 points and joint third were Fawkham Valley A and Briggens Park C with 103 points each.
For photos of the day click here
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Whiteleaf in the finals 3rd year running
Winners Whiteleaf C - Simon Walters, Scott White & Stuart Rivett here with Shiona
Another brilliant day was had by everyone at Princes Risborough Golf Course. The weather was terrific, second only to the warm welcome from the host club. Congratulations to Whiteleaf C who will once again be at the final in Jersey. The winning team of Scott White, Simon Walters and Stuart Rivett finished with a score of 96. Second place went to Princes Risborough B with 95 points and coming a close third was Princes Risborough E with 91 points. Special thanks to Stan Ramsey and Dave Matthews for starting the players.
For photos of the day click here
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Aquarius on their way to Jersey
Winners Aquarius (minus Matthew Bishop)- Martin Vincent & Stephen Knowles here with Shiona
Congratulations to Aquarius for winning the 5th regional qualifer which was held at Bexleyheath Golf Course in Kent. The winning team comprising of Stephen Knowles, Martin Vincent & Matthew Bishop came in with a score of 86, followed by Bexleyheath A with a score of 85 coming in a close second. Bexleyheath F came in 3rd with a score of 82. Highest individual score went to Mark Procter of Bexleyheath E. For more on the day click here
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Southwold breeze into Grand Final
Winners Southwold C - Peter Hurr, Keith Hurr & Conrad Swan seen here with Shiona
Southwold C shot a massive 57 on the back nine to book their place at Les Ormes. They were secured by back nine scores of 21, 21 & 15, which was more than enough to take them to the Grand Final. Second place fell to Southwold B and Southwold E took third. On a day of brilliant sunshine and gentle breeze, this great golf course was in perfect condition for our forth regional final. Congratulations to the team consisting of brothers Peter and Keith Hurr and Conrad Swan and also to Garth Milford from Maldon A who took the best individual prize.
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Glorious North Warwickshire
Winners North Warwickshire C - Tony Riordan, Michael Dicks & John Ganley
Our third regional final was held at the beautiful North Warwickshire Golf Club on what was a glorious sunny day. The team of North Warwickshire C won with a total score of 98. Second place was won by Sherdons with a score of 96 and taking third place was Evesham D with a score of 93. Best individual was Chris Martin of Sherdons with 36 points. The greens were clearly playing fast as the first team in Churchill and Blakedown posted a time of under 2 hours for the first 9! With the sun shining for the rest of the day a great tournament was had by all.
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Exminster B on the road to Jersey
Winners Exminster B Matt Sail and Jason Hampton (Tony Jeffs not in photo) with Tournament Director and Co-ordinator Tony & Shiona Pilgrim
The first UK regional qualifer was held at Exminster Golf Club in Devon and what started out to be dry first nine holes ended up being blustery, wet and windy afternoon. However in spite of the weather we had a successful day with the winning team Exminster B coming first with 95 points. Exminster A were a close second with 89 points followed by Cannington A with 81 points. Lee Johnston from Hele Park A took the best individual score on the day with an impressive 33 points. Congratulations to the winning team and thanks to Tony Jeffs (club secretary), Rick and everyone else at Exminster Golf Club for providing the setting for a great regional final.
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Wheatlands E take the title for the Channel Islands
Winning team Wheatlands E with Carol Allen the Channel Islands Organiser
In the first event held this year and with a record number of teams entered, the 2009 Open Championships Channel Islands qualifier took place at Wheatlands Sat 4th April.
In what started out as a grey and misty morning, the 3 man teams from the 9 hole clubs battled it out with last years winners, Wheatlands B team. The B team looked hot favourites all afternoon but newcomers Wheatlands E clinched it right at the end beating them by 1 point to become winners and taking the title. They will now play in the Grand Final at Les Ormes Golf Club in Jersey playing all other qualifying teams from across the UK Regions. We at National Nines would like to say a very big thank you to Carol Allen for doing a great job in once again organising the qualifer for the Channel Islands.
For a full report click here .....
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First UK Regional Final 2009
Exminster Devon
Our first Regional Final will be held at the fantastic Exminster Golf Course in Devon on the 6th April. The course is set in over 55 acres of stunning Devonshire countryside. It has a natural spring leading to two lakes and includes beautiful views of the Exe Estuary. The 18 tee, 9 hole par 66 course will provide a setting for a exciting first regional final. This will set the standard for the other forthcoming finals.
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The Grand Final 2009
Les Ormes Jersey
Our Grand Final this year will once again be held at the stunning Les Ormes Golf and Leisure Village in Jersey in September. The Les Ormes course provides breathtaking views of St. Ouen’s Bay and historic La Rocco Tower. Finalists will have their expenses paid for this 4 day event.
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New faces at the National Nines
This year's events are shaping up to be the best ever in the 11 year history of the National Nines Open Championships. The schedule for 2009 has been finalised and has been released to all players and golf clubs in the UK. Further strides are being made with the involvement of Tony & Shiona Pilgrim who will head up the day-to-day operations from now on.
Please check out our 2-page spread in 'Fairway To Green' magazine, covering the 2008 finals.
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National Nines Open Champions 2008
Congratulations to Greenisland, from Northern Ireland, who won the finals on Wednesday 1st October with an aggregate team score of 82 points. Team Captain Tim Taggart, pictured inbetween teamates Michael Bennett & Andrew Hartley, scored 31 of the team's points on a very tough day with the weather often beating the golfers. High winds made the Les Ormes course very difficult, but they all battled hard and Greenisland were thrilled with their fine victory.
The team from Great Torrington in Devon were runners-up with 80 points, including the highest individual score on the day of 35 points for team member Mark Hill, and scottish team Gifford came a gallant 3rd with 75 points.
Finals 2008 - more details, results & photos of all finalists.......
The prizes were presented at the Gala Dinner on Wednesday evening and our winners enjoyed celebrating! More Guinness please!!!!
Many thanks to all the clubs that have hosted events this year and, most of all, to all the competitors who have supported the National Nines tournament.
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NATIONAL NINES CHAMPIONS
This is the only national championship exclusively open to 9-hole golf club members. Throughout the year we are holding regional qualifying competitions for teams
of three players representing their golf club. From each regional final the winning team is invited to represent their club in the national finals to be held at the Les Ormes Leisure and Lodges Resort, Jersey in September. www.lesormes.je
The winning teams will have their accommodation, travel and golf paid for and will compete to be named the 'National Nines Open Champions 2009'.
Details of entry can be found in the 'Rules' section and entry into the tournament can be completed online in the 'Enter Tournament' section.
Our commitment as tournament organisers is to put on a fantastic national golf event for all 9-hole golf club members wishing to be involved and to grow the collaboration between 9-hole courses throughout the United Kingdom. The event is
open to all members of 9-hole golf clubs holding a bona fide EGU affiliated handicap.
We look forward to receiving your entry and meeting you at one of our regional finals. We wish you a great golfing year in 2009 and look forward to crowning our new champions in Jersey later this year.
All the information you need is available on this web site but for further information please e-mail shiona@nationalninesgolf.com.
All online payment are made secure online via 
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The 2009 Ladies Tournament is well underway with the English Ladies Matchplay in the semi final stages.
Boars Head take on Shortlands and Canford School play Ben Rhydding.
The Ladies Draw information:
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Congratulations to the Muthill team who took the Ladies Matchplay Title in Jersey with a 2-1 victory over English Champions Hampstead.
The Muthill team of Claire & Mairi Milne and Liz Stewart, seen here with reserve player Catherine Stewart, celebrate their win in the sunshine! This does not reflect the conditions at the start of their match when the ladies had to tee off in high winds and horizontal rain! Thankfully the rain stopped, but the winds made the course difficult for everyone.
Both teams are seen here with Elaine receiving their prizes at the Gala Dinner.
The Hampstead team of Beryl Boulderstone, Helen Bagan, Helen Cohen & Sandra Okin.
Congratulations to Brighton & Hove who have won the Ladies' Plate competition. The team of Jo Galway, Emma Gill and Judy McKemey beat Julia Ridley, Jo Marchant and Alison Chapman from Fawkham Valley in a very close match held at Foxbridge Golf Club.
Winners: Jo Galway, Judy McKemey & Emma Gill - Brighton & Hove
Runners-up: Jo Marchant, Julia Ridley & Alison Chapman - Fawkham Valley - seen here with Elaine. |