Channel League Somerset Seniors v Cornwall Seniors

Monday 28th June at Launceston Golf Club

A very well-presented course met us on arrival at Launceston, heavy overnight rain created soft conditions which provided a challenge as the greens were slower than normal. The morning games set off with the strong pairing of the Cornish 1st pair who dispatched Andy Harriot and Andy Fisher 2/1: Second up were the Oake pairing of Ward & Rudd who were never troubled winning 3/2: Newcomer George Hampshire (Minehead & West Somerset) partnered by Burnham stalwart Frank Ward returned a strong half: Both Adrian Deakins and Tim Jones were unable to take the result over the line and finished 1 down; to complete the morning saw Rob Chandler (Mendip Spring) and Neil Holbrook (The Mendip) securing another strong half to set the morning at 2 points Somerset and 3 points Cornwall. I heard later in the day the Cornwall team was a little taken aback by the mornings play!

With the weather improving, the singles set off with the team’s leadoff man Andy Harriot who is selected for his tenacity, being 3 down for most of the match, did not disappoint securing a quite excellent half. Simon Rudd again showed his superiority this time at number 2 with a great point. Andy Fisher was up against it with Kevin Mulla and despite his best efforts lost 2/1

Another point came from James Ward who was in stunning form following on from the morning and Andy Rowe was unable to hold onto him. Adrian Deakins fought hard to contain his opponent but was unable to secure the point. George Hampshire seemed to ease his way past his opponent with the same ease as his swing to return a point, a welcome addition to our team. Tim Jones was up and down in his match and but for a missed putt on 18 would have earned a well-deserved half, but it was not to be. Frank Ward and Neil Holbrook battled against good opposition but were unable to deliver leaving the tail ender Rob Chandler to valiantly take the honours in the final match making us 6½ in total against the Cornish total of 8½.

I have to say the writer’s emotions were up and down all day and only upon returning home to a glass of excellent malt did his mood relax, comforted by thoughts of the team’s excellent efforts and commitment.

Thanks to selector Jerry Hodge who supported us and kept me in check throughout the day! 

Lastly a big thanks to the Cornishmen for their hospitality led by the unassuming, quiet demeanour of their Captain Paul Clehane and to the Launceston staff for their great course and fine service, thank you.

Paddy Maclennan

Seniors County Captain

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