Saturday Showdown at the Queenstown Colosseum
Medal Day Mayhem, Matchplay Glory and One Big Swan Song
The Final Hurrah of Quinton Thompson
Let’s start where all championship stories should start — the final.
Quinton Thompson, in what can only be described as his swan song before heading off to chase the bright lights of professional golf, went out in style. He claimed the Single Knockout Cup Final, taking down Josh Rees in convincing fashion, 4 & 3 over 36 grueling holes.
If ever there was a farewell performance fit for the occasion, this was it. Solid off the tee, steady with the putter and relentless in matchplay — Quinton leaves with silverware and plenty of pride. We wish him all the very best on tour. You’ve made Queenstown proud, mate.
Spence Plate Final Result
Another gritty match unfolded with Dean Corry edging out Aaron Hotop with a nail-biting 1 up victory. This was trench warfare in golf shoes, with every hole a battle. Dean came out on top with ice in the veins when it mattered most.
Blue Tee Medal: Grown Men Humbled Again
Ah, the Blue Tee Medal. A format designed to reveal character... and occasionally crack it.
Division 1 Highlights
John Consitt was the calm eye of the storm, claiming the win with a net 70 and $35 in the wallet.
Conor O’Boyle and Moonseok Kang tied for second on 71.
A cluster of solid rounds followed, including Danny King, Steven Ridley and Ethan Lunn, all tied on net 74.
Division 2 and 3
Kris Brewin and Euan Wilson led Division 2 with net 70s, both taking home top honours.
Brendan Peet took Division 3 with a tidy 72, beating out Russell Moore and John Kennedy who posted 74 and 75 respectively.
Two’s Club Report
An impressive batch of twos lit up the course with precision and poise.
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Moonseok Kang, Mike Gain, Jae Kim, Fraser MacLachlan, Ron Cusick and Danny King all knocked it in for a wee account top up.
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Conor O’Boyle made it twice - double his money!
Each player walked away with a clean $7 payout.
Special Prize Recap
Jack Pot was clearly lurking in the shadows again because:
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Birdies Draw was unclaimed, meaning Jack stashed away $146
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Net Eagles Draw also went untouched, adding another $60 to his winter fund.
He’s now two steps closer to affording a new sand wedge or maybe a house.
Nearest the Pin
Longest Putt
Random Card Draw
Ladies Stableford Recap
The field may have been small, but it was fierce, and surprisingly, the predicted rain never arrived. It turned out to be a crisp, calm and cracking day for winter golf.
Top Performers
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Ann McDowell led the way with 33 points
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Lynda Baker and Jenny Browne both returned 32 points
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Sue Wilson was just behind on 31.
No one played to their handicap, and not a single two was recorded. A tough day out indeed.
Net Eagle
Special Prizes
Final Word
The sun was shining, the blue tees were intimidating, and medal pressure was weighing heavy. Add to that two matchplay finals and a bit of club history with Quinton’s last win — this was a day that delivered on every front.
Thanks to everyone who braved the forecast and made it memorable.
We’ll see you next week for another swing at Jack Pot and maybe a couple of twos if anyone’s feeling brave.
The Queenstown Pro Shop Team
Keeping it blue, bold and medal-worthy