27th Apr 2008	The final pre-season friendly was played today against Nottinghamshire.  The first team were at Stoke Rochford GC where, having shared the points in the foursomes, and the afternoon singles looking equally close, a spectator watching the penultimate game suffered a nasty injury to her head having been hit by a players drive.  The last 3 matches stopped play, whilst the emergency services arrived and treated the spectator.  It was agreed to abandon those games.  Of the other seven, Lincs took 4 pts. The seconds were at Ruddington Grange GC where, again, the foursomes were shared but the home side just edged the singles to win the match by a solitary point. Results to follow...
19th Apr 2008	Today saw the annual fixture against the RAF Golf Assoc take place, as usual, at Woodhall Spa GC.  Some excellent golf was played despite a very cold, strong easterly wind and, whilst there were a few big winning margins on either side over the day, the match was halved 7.5-7.5.  It was a tight match all day with both, the foursomes and the singles being shared.  Results v RAFGA
14th Apr 2008	The latest friendly, against the Lincs Ladies team, was played at Grimsby GC, today. The course, which is still recovering from last summers flooding in places, was nonetheless presented very well, despite the more recent very wet conditions. The match, played under the usual handicapping rules adopted for this match, saw the men triumph by 7.5-4.5, which avenged their heavy defeat in the corresponding fixture, last year.  Results v Lincs Ladies
9th Apr 2008	The second of this years pre-season friendlies saw the County team take on the Lincs PGA at Boston West GC, today. The professionals led 2.5-1.5 after the morning foursomes but, after taking the top 4 singles, the amateurs came back to win a tense match 7-5.  Results v Lincs PGA
6th Apr 2008	Former County 1st team regulars Mark Payne (Kenwick Park) and Richard Milne (Holme Hall) rolled back the years to win the Central England Mens Foursomes, at Woodhall Spa GC. Having already negotiated their way through 4 rounds, over the previous two days, they beat the defending champions, Barry Gibling and Ken Sergeant (Haydock Park) in Sunday morning's semi-finals. Then, in the final, they recovered from being 3 down after 10, to defeat the Sherwood Forest pairing of Nigel Butcher and Dave Richardson, by 2&1.
5th Apr 2008	With County Captain, Les Toyne, playing in the Central England Mens Foursomes Vice Captain Paul Morrison was at the helm for the annual start of season " friendly" against Yorkshire held yesterday at Holme Hall GC . Our young and relatively inexperienced team put in a sterling performance to lose by just the odd point against Englands top county team. The morning foursomes finished 3.5- 2.5 to Yorkshire and the afternoon singles were halved 6-6, however at one stage late in the afternoon it looked likely that we were going to be triumphant but it was not to be.  Many congratulations must go to the team of : Liam Bell, Ben Sheriff, Steve Brattan, James Burnett, Dan Clarke, Darrren Fuller, Dan Keddie, Joe Lippett, Simon Richardson, Dan Rowland, Sam Sharpe and Adam Wainwright.  Results v Yorkshire Congratulations also to Holme Hall GC who in extremely difficult conditions managed to prepare the course superbly.
28th Mar 2008	James Burnett (Sleaford) will, on Tues 1 April, play for Englands U16's in a warm up match for their U18 counterparts at The Buckinghamshire GC.
18th Mar 2008	Millfield Golf Club have won the Mike Covey Rules Quiz for the third consecutive year. Held this evening at Sleaford GC they just pipped Blankney GC and Belton Park GC who had to answer a sudden death question to decide the runners- up, this was won by Blankney GC. Many thanks to Sleaford GC for their hospitality on the evening.
17th Mar 2008	David Coupland (Boston) has been selected along with Mark Thisleton (Hampshire) to represent the EGU in this yearsl Mexican Amateur Championship and International Pairs Tournament in Mexico City on 27th- 30th March. David, who will turn 22 just prior to the championship, will be making his first overseas trip for the EGU. Included in the England "A " Squad for the first time this year, he is a regular county player, who enjoyed some fine performances in 2007.
16th Mar 2008	County Captain Les Toyne and 2nd Team Captain Paul Morrison had the opportunity today to assess the players early season form when the County Trials took place in blustery and, initially, very wet conditions at Sleaford GC. Using a modified stableford scoring system over 36 holes, the winner was England A Squad member David Coupland (Boston) with 74pts. In second place with 72pts was Matt Veall (Seacroft) whilst third went to Simon Richardson (Boston West) on 68pts. Many thanks must go to Sleaford GC who presented the course in such wonderful condition.
11th Mar 2008	Adam Wainwright finished a creditable 15th in The Riversdale Cup over the last four days.  Adam scored 75, 70,70 and 70 for a total of 285.  Many congratulations on an excellent performance.
11th Feb 2008	Adam Wainwright ( Gainsborough) and Jamie Abbot (Fynn Valley, Suffolk ) have been selected to represent the EGU in the Riversdale Cup in Australia next month. The pair will contest the Australian Amateur Foursome Championship over 36 holes on 5th March followed by the 113th Riversdale Cup over 72 holes on 7th - 10th March, both events will be held at Riversdale GC in Melbourne. The Riversdale Cup, the second oldest tournament in Australia having been inaugarated in1896, also incorporates an international team event.
11th Feb 2008.	Would all Juniors please note the Junior Trials due to be held on Sunday 23rd March have been cancelled.
7th Feb 2008	Entry Forms for the North of England Open Amateur Youth Championship in August at Middlesborough GC and the South of England Open Amateur in July at Walton Heath GC are available from County Secretary , Harvey Harrison , on 01427-616904.
30th Jan 2008	Adam Wainwright proved that he is one of Englands best young prospects with an outstanding performance in the Costa Ballena quadrangular tournament. Adam scored five points out of a possible six helping steer England to second place behind hosts Spain.
8th Dec 2007	Adam Wainwright has been selected to represent England in a six man team International Quadrangular match at Costa Ballena GC, Spain on the 23rd- 25th January 2008.
6th Dec 2007	Adam Wainwright (Gainsborough) and David Coupland (Boston) have been included in the England  A Squad for the coming year. Many congratulations to both players and we wish them every success in the future.
15th Oct 2007	Following his appearance for the England U16s against the England U18 Girls yesterday  James Burnett (Sleaford) has been selected as a member of the England U16s squad for 2007/ 2008. Many congratulations go to James and everyone from the Lincolnshire Union Of Golf Clubs wishes him every success.
14th Oct 2007	The Jubilee Challenge Cup took place at Boston West GC today on a very good course in excellent weather. The winners were John Sparks/Eve Mills (Greetham Valley) with a score of 42 pts.  In second were Gordon/Penny Cairns(Ashby Decoy GC)  with 41pts .Third place was taken by the Waltham Windmill pairing of Steve Dickson/Kathryn Johnson with 40pts. The format of Greensomes proved very popular and for those clubs who did not enter a pairing please reconsider for next years event which will take place on Sunday 12th October 2008, at Canwick Park GC.
7th Oct 2007	The Finals of the Lincolnshire League took place today at Market Rasen GC. In superb weather on a wonderfully presented golf course the four teams played some super golf. In the final of the Handicap league Kenwick Park retained the title by beating Stoke Rochford 4.5 to 1.5. In the final of the Scratch League Lincoln won the trophy in a very close game against Belton Park. The eventual score was 3-3 with Lincoln winning on holes up ( 3 ). Many congratulations to all four teams on reaching the finals and playing so well on the day.
30th Sept 2007	The Junior League Finals took place today at Waltham Windmill GC. This years winners were Blankney who overcame Woodhall Spa by Three games to Nil. Congratulations to both teams for a keenly contested match over a course in very good condition.
30th Sept 2007	The Sir Henry Lunn Shield took place today at Market Rasen GC. An excellent day was enjoyed by the 23 clubs taking part for the premier team event in the county. The course was in superb condition and the players had weather to match. The outstanding performance of the day was by young Sam Dawson (Boston) who scored 39pts in the morning and went on to collect 45 pts in the afternoon (gross 67 off a 5 handicap) . Well done Sam. With the help of Dave Carter and Gary Willis, Sam went ont to win the team prize with 212 pts. In 2nd place were Ashby Decoy on 199pts and in 3rd were Stoke Rochford with 197pts. Many thanks to Market Rasen for making the day so special.
29th Sept 2007	The nine hole presentation day took place at Welton Manor GC and the players were made to feel most welcome. The winners were Pottergate on 195 pts, 2nd were Sudbrook Moor on192pts and 3rd were RAF Waddington with 190pts.
29th Sept 2007	Adam Wainwright (Gainsborough) and David Coupland (Boston) have been included in the England Squad for winter training at Woodhall Spa GC . James Burnett (Sleaford) has been selected to play for the England U16 team to play the England U18 girls at Ogbourne Downs on the 14th October 07. Many congratulations to all three players.
16th Sept 2007	Darryn Lloyd (Spalding) today won the Midland Golf Union Junior Champion of Champions Tournament.  The event was held at Greetham Valley GC and Darryn scored  70 & 72 to win by a margin of nine shots. Danny Keddie (Belton Park) scored 80 & 75 to finish 4th in the under 16 event. To complete a good day for Lincolnshire golf Megan Illingworth (Stoke Rochford) won the girls U16's event with scores of 73 & 82. Congratulations to all three players and many thanks to Greetham Valley for hosting this MGU event.
16th Sept 2007	The  Rita Hurst Salver took place today at Sutton Bridge GC. The format for the event is teams of 4 players playing 27 holes, stableford, with 3 scores to count. The winning team with a score of 148 pts were the host club Sutton Bridge, 2nd were RAF Waddington on 135 and in 3rd, also on 135 ,Kirton Holme.  Best Individual over 27 holes was Jerry Philo (Kirton Holme) with 54 pts.
9th Sept 2007	Lincolnshire won the 1st, and 2nd team Anglian League titles today. The 1sts were joint top of the league with their hosts, Suffolk, going into the match at Hintlesham GC. A better 'goal difference' effectively meant a drawn match would see Lincolnshire retain the league title. Despite trailing 1.5-2.5 after the morning foursomes, a magificent display in the afternoon singles saw Lincolnshire run out 7.5-4.5 winners, claiming the title in some style. The 2nds also topped the league with Suffolk at the start of play but, due to an inferior goal difference, needed to win their match at Greetham Valley GC. A 3-1 lead after the foursomes set them up well for the afternoon singles and they eventually closed out the match, by the same margin....7.5-4.5
30th Aug 2007	The Lincolnshire Open Championship  was won today by Adam Keogh (Boston West), with a 5 under par total of 137 following rounds of 67 and 70, at Seacroft GC. In second place on 139 was David Coupland (Boston) with local player Matt Veall joined by leading Professionals Scott Emery (Blankney) and Iain Fulton (Belton Park) in joint 3rd with a score of 140.
19th Aug 2007	On a wonderful sunny day at Seacroft GC the final of the JF Bramley Trophy was won by Woodhall Spa. In the morning semi -final they beat Toft Hotel  whilst in the other semi Boston West bt Sleaford. All the matches were very close and played in a very sporting manner. In the 3rd/4th play off Toft Hotel overcame Sleaford. In the final, one game had been won  by each club, this left County Captain, Les Toyne, playing extra holes against Boston Wests Nathan Stainfield and  ultimately winning the trophy  for Woodhall Spa. Our thanks go to Seacroft GC for all their help and the presentation of the course in such great condition. Special thanks also to Mrs S. Bramley who presented the trophy to the winning team.
20th Aug 2007	The County Foursomes finals were played at Elsham yesterday. The only drawback from an excellent day on a very good course was the torrential rain in the afternoon. The standard of play was very good and all the matches were very close. Highlights of the day included a hole in one by Clive Skinns (Lincoln) and Steve Cullington/Steve Greenfield (Stoke Rochford) winning 3 up after being 3 down with 6 to play !!. There was a superb atmosphere in the clubhouse with 64 players, officials  enjoying a great meal. Semi-Finals: Ashby Decoy bt Stoke Rochford 1up                        Lincoln bt Gainsborough  3up. 3rd/ 4th play off :  Gainsborough bt Stoke Rochford 3up. Final :  Ashby Decoy bt Lincoln 1up. Many congratulations to Ashby Decoy on an excellent victory .
16th Aug 2007	The U18 Anglian League Final took place today at Hintlesham GC between the home County Suffolk and Lincolnshire. In a wonderful days golf, played in a tremendous spirit, the contest was decided in the last game , on the last green with the final putt!!! With the morning foursomes finishing at 2-2, the afternoon singles were so close that with one game left on the course the overall score was tied at 5.5 - 5.5. With everyone gathered around the last green  the final was won by Suffolk with the last putt of the day. Junior Organiser, John Hodge, was delighted with his teams performance and congratulated all the players for giving everything they could. The team was David Walsh , Tom Ladbrook, James Burnett, Lee Drury, Craig Thurston, Danny Keddie, Sam Sharpe and Lawrence Warnes The players were also delighted when on the day County Captain, Les Toyne and Second Team Captain, Paul Morrison, arrived before the start of play to offer their support  and encouragement The players also wanted to thank County  President Geoff Smith, County Secretary Harvey Harrison and Junior Organiser John Hodge for taking them to and from the event.
8th Aug 2007	County President, Geoff Smith held his Presidents Day at Woodhall Spa today. The weather was very good and the Bracken course in super condition. The winner of the County Match - Play title  was  Richard Latham from the home club who defeated Liam Bell, Cleethorpes, by 3 & 2. Congratulations to both players for a keenly fought contest played in  a very sporting manner. The Presidents Trophy was won by Sam Sharpe (Greetham Valley) with a score of 72.  In 2nd place was Joe Lippett (Burghley Park) on 73 and in 3rd place was County Captain Les Toyne (Woodhall Spa) on 74. The under 18 winner was Levi Desmond, Belton Park, on 77.  The Captains Foursomes Bogey Competition was won by Martin Sizer (Kenwick Park) and Steve Dickson (Waltham Windmill) on a countback from Stuart Asher (Spalding) and Denis Neill (Carholme).
5th Aug 2007	An excellent day for the Countys' Anglian League title aspirations...in the penultimate league match of the season the 1sts beat Norfolk 8-4, at Royal Norwich GC, whilst the 2nds chalked up a 9-3 win in their corresponding fixture at Holme Hall GC.
2nd Aug 2007	Unfortunately Adam was beaten 5 & 4 this afternoon but many congratulations to him for reaching the last 16 from a total entry of 288 players.
2nd Aug 2007	Adam Wainwright this morning reached the last 16 in the English Amateur Championship at Royal St Georges by beating Wentworths Seve Benson 3 & 1. He will now play Dale Marmion (Delamere Forest) this afternoon. For up to date info visit the EGU web-site.
1st Aug 2007	Dave Coupland lost in the Preliminary Match - Play round, being beaten 2 & 1. Andy Thorpe had a close game before being beaten on the 20th hole against Jack Bartlett. This left Adam Wainwright as our only representative after he had a excellent victory over Toby Burden by the margin of 7 & 6
31st July 2007	Adam Wainwright (Gainsborough) and Andy Thorpe (Burghley Park)  have Qualified for the first Match-Play round of the English Amateur Championship. Adam shot rounds of 70 & 70 to be in 5th place in the Strokeplay section at Royal St Georges and Royal Cinque Ports whilst Andy scored 71 &74 to finish 25th. Tied 64th with scores of 77 & 72 was Dave Coupland (Boston) which leaves him facing a Preliminary Round match against Sam Stuart (St Annes Old Links) tommorrow, for a place in the First Round. Andy has been drawn against Jack Bartlett (Worthing) and tees off at 8.38am. Adam will play Toby Burden (Hayling) and commences his game at 9.26 am. Missing out on the match play stages were Matt Veall (Seacroft) 78 & 76 and Adam Chamberlain (Burghley Park)  80 & 75.
29th Jul 2007	The Hotchkin, Taylor and Butlin Cups were contested today at Blankney GC, which was in superb condition. The winner of the Butlin Cup for the best gross score was won by 13 yr old Patrick Kelly (Boston West) with a great round of 73.  The Hotchkin Cup, best nett, was taken by Sam Dawson (Boston) with a score of 77-8-69. The  club with the 2 best nett scores and thereby  winning  the Taylor Cup was Boston GC represented by Sam Dawson and Dave Carter who scored 76-4-72 to go with Sam's 69 for a total of 141.
26th Jul 07	The Anglian League Junior Qualifier ( West ) took place today at Sleaford GC and was won by the home county  junior team of Lincolnshire. Ably led by their captain David Walsh the team had a convincing win over local rivals, Leicestershire and Northants. Other team members were ; Liam Bell, Craig Thurston, Danny Keddie, James Burnett, Sam Sharpe, Tom Ladbrookand Lawrence Warnes. The team now go on to the final at Hintlesham Gc on the 16th August 07. Thanks must go to Sleaford GC for making the day so successsful.
21st Jul 2007.	The Lincolnshire Poacher held at Burghley Park GC was won by Simon Richardson (Spalding) with rounds of 73 and 66 (139). This gave him a 5 shot victory over Ben Kerr (Links Newmarket). In 3rd place on 145 was Andy Thorpe from the home club. Also on 145 but beaten on count back was Liam Bell (Cleethorpes). Just missing out on the prizes also having scored 145 was Daniel Hines (Spalding). Many thanks must go to Burghley Park who managed to present their course in pristine condition despite some atrocious  weather  over the previous few days.
20th Jul 2007	Sam Mason (Blankney) finished in joint fifth place in the Midland Golf Union 2007 Boys Championship at Kirby Muxloe GC. Having scored 74 in the morning Sam had a fine 69 in the afternoon round. This should result in a reduction in his current handicap of 4. Also finishing in the top ten were Dan Rowland (Boston West), Danny Keddie (Belton Park) and Darryn Lloyd (Spalding ). Top 20 places went to Liam Bell (Cleethorpes) and 13 year old Patrick Kelly (Boston West).
19th-20th Jul 2007	David Coupland (Boston) took his place in the British Open, at Carnoustie.  Drawn with Australian Peter Fowler and American Vaughan Taylor, who played in last years Ryder Cup, Dave teed off at 7:03 on Wednesday, to experience by far the biggest golfing day of his career to date. Courtesy of the early start, and a birdie 3 at the 1st hole, he LED the Open...something he will always be able to look back on.  He ended up shooting 79 (+8) but followed up on Friday with a very creditable 74 (+3) which left him outside the halfway cut of 146 (+4). Nonetheless, it was a very memorable experience and he is to be congratulated on his performance.
15th Jul 2007	The 3rd matches of the Anglian League took place today.  For Lincs, the opponents were Cambridgeshire with the 1sts at home, at Kenwick Park GC where, in a match of very tight games, Lincs stole a 2.5-1.5 lead in the morning foursomes and clinched the afternoon singles to win by a slightly flattering 7.5-4.5 overall score.  Results...v Cambridgeshire I (Anglian Lge) The 2nds were hosted by their counterparts at Ely City GC.  Despite the presence of a strong team, Lincs trailed 1-3 after the foursomes and lost further ground in the afternoon singles to go down 4-8 overall. Results... v Cambridgeshire II (Anglian Lge)   The next round of fixtures are against Norfolk on Sun 5 August, when the 1sts are away, at Royal Norwich GC, whilst the 2nds host at Holme Hall GC.
14th Jul 2007	Liam  Bell (Cleethorpes), 16,  will meet the evergreen Richard Latham (Woodhall Spa),  in the final of the LUGC Match Play Championship, following todays knockout stages held at Elsham GC. Morning Quarter Finals: Darren Fuller (Elsham) bt Dan Rowland (Boston West)  6 & 4, Liam Bell bt Steve Dixon (Gainsborough)  2 Up, Gavin Merrison (Woodhall Spa) bt Les Toyne (Woodhall Spa) 3 & 1, Richard Latham bt Shaun Marshall (Carholme) 1 Up. Afternoon Semi- Finals: Liam Bell bt  Darren Fuller 1Up, Richard Latham bt Gavin Merrison 1Up. Many thanks to Elsham GC for staging the event following some terrible recent weather conditions. The Final will be held on Presidents Day on Wednesday 8th August at Woodhall Spa GC where I am sure the game will be played in the same wonderful spirit of all todays matches. Good luck to the two finalists, lets hope the 33 yr age difference will not be a telling factor !!
10th Jul 2007	David Coupland, 21, from Boston Golf Club, has qualified to play in this years Open Championship, at Carnoustie. David won his qualifying event at Monifieth GC with rounds of 69 & 65 for a total of 8 under par. Only 3 players from each of the 4 Qualifying courses (each with a field of 96 players) went through to the open itself. Many Congratulations go to David and we wish him well at Carnoustie.
4th Jul 2007	Congratulations go to Matt Veall (Seacroft), Dan Seaman (Forest Pines) and David Coupland (Boston) who all made it through Regional Qualifying  for the  Open Championship. Matt and Dan now go to Montrose GC next Monday and Tuesday whilst Dave plays at Monifieth GC in an effort to make it through to the Open itself. Also through to final Qualifing are ex County players, now professionals, Paul Bradshaw, Rob Harris, Paul Streeter , Matt King and David Skinns.
29th Jun 2007	This evenings quarter final matches in the Elsham Foursomes Trophy were almost a total washout, following the deluge of rain over the last few days and weeks, with the matches between Carholme and Gainsborough, Ashby Decoy and Boston West, and Lincoln and Forest Pines needing to be rescheduled.  The only match to be played saw  Woodhall Spa beaten by their hosts, Stoke Rochford.  Results.... Elsham (Foursomes)Trophy Draw
23rd Jun 2007	Lincs finished 'runners up' in the EGU Midland Qualifier at Coventry (Hearsall) GC today. The 6-man team event sees the 10 Midlands counties competing for the right to represent the region in the English County Finals. Despite a very solid 5 under par morning total, which included a superb 7 under par round (66) from James Crampton (Spalding), Lincs were in 2nd place at the halfway stage some 13 shots behind Leics. A 7 under par afternoon total, which included an excellent 6 under par round (67) from David Coupland (Boston), consolidated their position but still left the team trailing Leics, by 12 shots. Results...... EGU Midland Qualifier
10th Jun 2007	The 2nd matches of the Anglian League took place today.  For Lincs, the opponents were Northamptonshire with the 1sts away at Northants County GC where, despite heavy wins/losses in several of the matches both, the morning foursomes and the afternoon singles formats were halved, giving a 6-6 final score. Results....v Northamptonshire I (Anglian Lge) The 2nds were hosting their counterparts at Spalding GC.  They too were level at lunch, after sharing the foursomes 2-2, but eased to victory in the afternoon winning the match by 7.5-4.5. Results...v Northamptonshire II (Anglian Lge)