The Day

Tony “Tank” Gleeson had a great day to be our July 2016 Monthly Medallist, but the Caddy Whisperer stole the show with a Hole in One…his first in 54 years of golf!

Gading Raya had 144 golfers on the course for the afternoon making it a slow round but we all made it through the day and the very fine course and friendly staff made for a great day regardless.  Tee Set’s 63 players included 6 newcomers (pictured here) and many long absent welcome backs. Rob (pictured second on top) has advised that he generally answers to the nickname “Shrek”.

A highly chaotic shotgun start got everyone off on a range of holes but there were several log jam holes which gave everyone a chance to have a chat.

A big thank you to Jeff Durham for sharing a bottle of 25 year old Macallan with us…well with Malty and those of us who managed to squeeze past for a wee dram.

The Play

Tank’s net 65 with 43 stableford points was clearly the net round of the day, with Mark Blake coming back with a strong 75 off the stick, after honing his skills on the courses of Ireland….half his luck.

El Guapo took the honours for Low Net A Grade, Jari was unlucky to lose a countback for Low B Grade to Pridsada but took the prize for 1st Sandy Par.

Birthday boy Tom Alcedo celebrated with a great round of 68 to scoop Low Net C Grade.

Other prize winners included Lis and Malty sharing First par Over 30 handicap, the Caddy Whisperer for First Eagle for his hole in one, Jeff for First Birdie, Jari First Sandy and Paisan representing the strong Thai Guy contingent for Most Improved.

Mike took a while to get going and his 11 on the third hole played gave him Most Strokes on a hole.  Monster Putter was shared between Dede and Drew, who no doubt lost the bet to Tank today but clearly still enjoyed himself as usual.

And now for the skirts, with one flight having every player ready to dress up.  Here they are in all their glory, led by Botak Bushy in wig:

In the semi finals of the Matchplay, Mark was left to be comforted by the happier souls of Laurie and Jiro after Wina took the honours.  By the time Just in Time Wina arrived at the course, Mark had already had two hours putting practice.

Special mention here to Jiro who is leaving Jakarta later this month after many years as a Tee Set and JLI regular.  Unlike others, Jiro is the last to crave attention but we will make sure that you are sent off in style Jiro.  It has been an absolute pleasure having you amongst us.

Next Up:  Riverside, 7th August, 12 noon, 770 000 Rp

We are back to take on the challenge that is The Shark’s Riverside.  The DOGS have shifted their round to Saturday so the expected clash has been avoided and we should get through the day ok.  Register here as usual. See ya Sunday.

Read down for information on the 45 hole challenge at Jagorawi on 26th August.