Despite the unfavorable weather that decided to show its face a few times to those playing at EWGA LI's Glen Head Invitational on September 15, a good time was had by all!
Chris Sedlacek and her Golf Events Committee put together a fun filled day for the 108 golfers who attended the event. After checking in at the registration desk, the ladies enjoyed a magnificent brunch - everything one could possibly enjoy from made to order omelets, crepe suzettes, endless salad bar fixings, French toast, pastries, fruits,....you name it...it was at the brunch.
The ladies played in two formats: Best ball and Scramble. Each group was accompanied by a Caddy who provided guidance with respect to the course, especially on the putting green. A BBQ lunch was offered at the ninth hole and grilled chicken, hamburgers and hotdogs were grilled up for the ladies to grab a quick bite while heading off to the tenth hole.
The course was spectacular - challenging yet exciting for all who played. The fairways were in great shape and the putting greens were sweet.
Although the weather was fine for most of the day and we even saw the sun, there were scatted rain showers. However, that didn't dampen the spirits of the ladies. In fact, I don't think anyone one realized rain was falling! Throughout the day, you would hear laughter resonating across the course and cheers and applause whenever great shots were made. If you were playing close to Clara Goldberg's threesome, you might have heard some loud screams as Clara made a Hole in One on Hole #16!!!!!!!! According to the Pro at Glen Head, Clara's Hole in One was the first this season for the Club! Congratulations Clara!!!!
The other winners of the day:
Low Gross Best Ball with a score of 68 : Ellen Toritto, Eileen Maguire, Maureen Mahoney & Lori Paisano
Low Net Best Ball with a score of 72: Tina Panos, Jane Delgado, Janet Amodie & Patty Elis
Scramble Team 1st Place: May Tong, Cathy Cole, Karen Dowd & Patty Wilson
Scramble Team 2nd Place by a match of cards and a score of 71 : Anne O'Brien, Jane Upton, Debra Quinn, 7 Mary Hafele from a neighboring EWGA Chapter.
Closest to the Pin Contest on Hole #12 : Maureen Mahoney (24.9 index and below category) and Doreen Macfarlane (25 index and above category)
Longest Drive Contest on Hole # 18 : Dawn Tenny (24.9 index and below) and Barbara Stahl (25 index and above)
After 18 holes of golf, the ladies had a chance to chat about their round over cocktails in the lovely grill room of the Club. An incredible spread of food was once again laid out for everyone to enjoy - pasta stations, carving stations, cheese trays, etc........ The ladies also placed their drawing prize tickets in the respective gift bags that they hoped to win. After some nice conversations and catching up, the group moved to the ballroom for - yes - more food! A delicious spread of assorted dinner buffets was on display for the ladies to feast upon.
Once dinner was underway the program started and the evening got underway. Before the winners were announced, everyone sang Happy Birthday to Suzanne Garcia, EWGA LI's Rules & Handicap Chair.
EWGA LI is very appreciative of the wonderful staff at Glen Head who made the day a huge success. It sounds as if EWGA has already secured a date for next year - September 13th, so mark that on your calendars!
Chris Sedlacek would like to thank the following people on her committee who worked on the Glen Head event: Sue Foehrebach, Carole DiPaola, Jill Kornman, Liz Rye, Bella Bekker Silver, Vivian Zaffuto, Maddy Cangemie, Barbara Bartoszak, Doreen Macfarlane, Lorraine Bocci, and Linda Risi.
Thank you everyone for a great day! See you at the EWGA LI Cold Spring Country Club Outing on October 17th!
