Another lively Thursday out on the fairways for the Z Energy Stableford, and the golf gods certainly kept things interesting! A few gusts of wind, and just enough sunshine to keep spirits high. The scoring was as tight as ever, with plenty of highlights and some familiar names cashing in on the specials.

Overall Results – Z Energy Stableford

A superb round from Peter Stevenson, whose 41 points put him at the top of the board. Consistency and calm under pressure earned him a well-deserved win.

Twos Money – The Precision Players

Five players found perfection on the par threes and shared in the spoils:

• Bruce Cunningham – $15

• John Leith – $15

• Ian Browne – $15

• Michael Wong – $15

• Bill Wrigley – $15

Birdies Draw – Hole 11

It was a bumper day for birdies on Hole 11, with three big winners:

• Ian Browne – $25

• Bruce Cunningham – $25

• John Leith – $25.

Net Eagles Draw – Hole 12

The Net Eagles Draw landed on Hole 12, with the following players earning their share of the prize pool:

• Mark Doherty – $25

• Bill Wrigley – $25

• John Kennedy – $25

That’s how to make the twelfth pay out — a few solid swings and a well-deserved bonus.

Special Prizes

• Nearest the Pin (Men) – Tony Moran – $10

• Nearest the Pin (Ladies) – Carolyn McIsaac – $10

• Longest Putt (18th) – David Grant – $10

Final Thoughts

Another fun-filled Thursday wrapped up with smiles all round and plenty of stories to tell in the clubhouse. Congratulations to Peter Stevenson on his victory and to everyone who hit the scoreboard or snuck a prize out of the hat.

With birdies flying on 11 and net eagles soaring on 12, it was another strong showing for the Z Energy crowd. See you all next week — and as always, may your drives stay straight, and your putts drop true.

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