The morning round scoring was tough but an exceptional 1 under par 70 from professional Andy Willey (Oakmere) and the holder of the Open. The next best score was a 72 from Jake Benson (Beeston Fields). Lying in 3rd place with a 73 was Darren Kirton (College Pines), there were several 74’s from various Pro’s and amateurs.
The 2nd round proved no easier for scoring, however Andy Willey added another 70 to post a total of 140, -2 under par, which secured the Open Trophy for the second consecutive year. The winner of the Amateur Championship was Mark Porter (Sherwood Forest), who shot 75+ 69 =144, winning by one shot from the defending champion Killion Ryan (Hollinwell) 76 + 69 = 145, in 3rd place was Jake Benson (Beeston Fields) 72 + 75 = 147.
The winner of the Youths Trophy was Lennon Albans (Hollinwell) with a
74 + 74 = 148, piping 14-year-old Theo Nelson (Coxmoor) who shot
75 + 74 = 149.
The Team Trophy winners were Sherwood Forest:
Lee Shepherd
Mark Porter
Ross Overton
A big thank you to Sherwood Forest GC, a great day with some great golf.
Colin Bee
NUGC President/Secretary
Amateur Strokeplay Winner Mark Porter (Sherwood Forest)
Team Trophy Winners Sherwood Forest - Mark Porter & Lee Shpeherd
Youth Champion Lennon Albans (Hollinwell) Pictured with Club Captain and Lady Captain Sherwood Forest & County President Colin Bee
Open Winner Andy Willey (Oakmere)