AUGUST 2026 NEWSLETTER
We are more than halfway through the year with a lot of competitions completed we still have some major ones to finish and commence.
The Baker Cup, LGU and Sutcliffe Cup are well on their way. You may find your handicap has changed during the year meaning you may have gone up or down in your division.
A player who changes divisions during the year may compete in both divisions, but the winning of a medal in a lower handicap division cancels the winning of a medal in a higher handicap division.
A player needs to return four scores in a division. A player may move from one division to another preventing them from returning the minimum four scores in one division. Then, the best four net differentials from the division she has played the most in will determine what division her overall score is calculated against, with all scores from all divisions used in determining the overall result. For example, four scores from silver division rounds and three scores returned from bronze 1 division rounds means the best four differentials will be determined from the 7 scores from both divisions and the player will be competing for the silver LGU medal.
COMPETITIONS COMING UP
ASSOCIATION/INTERZONE DAY
18H and 9H association day will be held Monday 7th September at Waipukurau Golf Club. The cost is $20 and $10 respectively.
All players bring a wrapped jar or bottle ($5- $10) for prize table.
This is the Association’s main fundraising day to support our women’s and girls’ interprovincial teams. So, everyone is encouraged to participate. Details are in the locker room.
MONA HUNTER
This year to be held at Napier on 21st September. We currently hold the cup that is to be contested between Hastings, Napier and Waipukurau. More details will come out for you to enter your name.
GENDER NEUTRAL TEE TIMES
We now have 40 women only tee times on Tuesdays and 16 tee times on Saturdays. Please use these before booking into Home Mbrs only slots. If they are not used by Monday, they will be released to everyone.
Please continue to send in any feedback via email so we can evaluate the gender-neutral tee times at the end of the trial.
ECLECTICS
Remember to update your sheet with the coloured dots, to see what your perfect score could be. There are a few eagles on the sheets – Kate, Ruby, Phillipa, Anna and Caroline. Keep it up.
FORWARD TEES
The 1st, 6th, 13th and 14th tees are now in play. Once we gather more score card data for these holes, they will be re-rated.
Diana Syer has been selected to represent NZ in the Biennial Trans-Tasman Seniors Championship in October. Congratulations and we all wish you all the best for Australia.
GILMOURS HASTINGS LADIES CLASSIC
This biennial event is on 9th and 10th November. We are delighted to have Gilmour’s Hawke’s Bay to come onboard as principal sponsor for the event this year.
The tournament has the same format as previously held which is a Stableford pairs format held over the two days. Day one is best ball Stableford and day two is combined Stableford along with daily morning tea and lunch. Entry and more details are on Golf Genius.
https//www.golfgenius.com/pages/12185897567330006473
18H and 9H WOMENS CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS
You should have received an email with the details and dates for the club championships. There is a slight change to the format this year with a stroke play round and two divisions in the senior division. The stroke play will be used for seeding but if you are unable to play on that day you can still put your name down in the pro shop. A flyer is also in the locker rooms. If you have any questions, please ask AJ in the pro shop.
PENNANTS
Pennants 9 hole Final Results
Hastings Iron Maidens 6th
Hastings Green Queens 5th
Pennants 18 hole Final Results
Hastings Bellbirds 2nd Fourball 3rd
Hastings Tuis 5th Fourball 8th =
WEEKLY COMPETITION
5 Club Challenge
Judy Farquharson 37 pts – great scoring with only 5 clubs
Longest putt
Lois Campbell – 12.2 M
Ryman 18H Shootout
Top of the 18h leaderboard is Mary Cox
Ryman 9H shootout
Top of the 9h leaderboard is Jan Sorensen
SLOW PLAY
There has been more talk about slow play. Please remember to be aware of the field and try and keep up with the group in front.
At the recreational level, slow play is often caused by excessive practice swings, lengthy searches for golf balls, indecision over club selection, and waiting unnecessarily when golfers are not ready to play. While every player wants to perform well, there is a difference between being thorough and being slow. As shown by Ryan Fox’s impressive performance and bringing home the Claret Jug, pace and performance can coexist.
Fast play also improves rhythm, maintains focus, keeps groups moving, and enhances the overall experience for everyone on the course. Importantly, fast play does not mean rushing; it means being prepared, making timely decisions, and confidently committing to each shot.
As the old saying goes play smart, play ready, and keep up with the group in front. Ryan Fox has shown that fast play and great golf can go hand in hand.
How many times have you ended up in this difficult situation?
 
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My ball is under the branch - what are my options.
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Propping the branch up with your trundler/bag is not an option. Sometimes you just have to take an unplayable penalty.
Happy golfing
Joanne Wheater
Women’s Club Captain
womenscc@hastingsgolfclub.co.nz
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