Smile4Rich Guernsey Golf Day
Posted: Sun Jun 13, 2010 10:37 am
I know that a number of users of this board have, over many years, been interested in, and very supportive of, this excellent charity, so herewith a brief update on the latest fundraising event. (We'll keep this as a sticky for a few days and move it into the charity section thereafter.)
Last Friday saw the 4th annual Guernsey Golf Day, held at the picturesque La Grande Mare golf club on the island's west coast. 80 competitors took part in decent weather, although that aspect had looked decidedly dodgy the previous day, and enjoyed a hard-fought contest, with the top 5 teams separated at the end by the narrowest of margins. For once, nobody broke any windows, injured any geese, or decked any of their playing partners/competitors with a wayward shot.
Around 120 folk attended a dinner in the evening, which was followed by an auction of sporting memorabilia and items donated by local individuals and companies. The event generated a staggering £17,650, making the total raised by the good people of Guernsey over the 4 years around £59,000, something that those of us privileged enough to be involved are truly proud of. The generosity and kindness of the people who support us in putting this on every year never ceases to amaze.
As always, the indomitable Sherl was in attendance and this year did an interview with the local radio station on the morning of the event. Those that know him will agree that he has a great face for this particular medium, and, despite a stinking cold and having been up half the night due to his hotel fire alarm going off, did his usual excellent job of promoting the charity and the occasion.
All in all, a great day for a great cause.
Last Friday saw the 4th annual Guernsey Golf Day, held at the picturesque La Grande Mare golf club on the island's west coast. 80 competitors took part in decent weather, although that aspect had looked decidedly dodgy the previous day, and enjoyed a hard-fought contest, with the top 5 teams separated at the end by the narrowest of margins. For once, nobody broke any windows, injured any geese, or decked any of their playing partners/competitors with a wayward shot.
Around 120 folk attended a dinner in the evening, which was followed by an auction of sporting memorabilia and items donated by local individuals and companies. The event generated a staggering £17,650, making the total raised by the good people of Guernsey over the 4 years around £59,000, something that those of us privileged enough to be involved are truly proud of. The generosity and kindness of the people who support us in putting this on every year never ceases to amaze.
As always, the indomitable Sherl was in attendance and this year did an interview with the local radio station on the morning of the event. Those that know him will agree that he has a great face for this particular medium, and, despite a stinking cold and having been up half the night due to his hotel fire alarm going off, did his usual excellent job of promoting the charity and the occasion.
All in all, a great day for a great cause.
Well done to all involved. Impressive figures, GB!