SCOTTISH U18 BOYS CHAMPIONSHIP REPORT AND LINK TO RESULTS

FOURTH SEED NAYSMITH OUT AFTER

LOSING LAST SEVEN HOLES IN A ROW

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Glenbervie’s Calum Bauchop produced an astonishing comeback to claim a significant scalp at the Scottish Boys Championship at West Kilbride, winning the last seven holes to oust fourth seed Murray Naysmith.
Playing in the event for the first time, the five-handicapper stormed into the last-32 after a performance that left him virtually speechless.
Scotland Boys’ international Naysmith (pictured), the winner of last year’s Paul Lawrie Foundation Junior Jug, took complete charge to go six up after 11 holes.
But a combination of Bauchop’s tenacity and the erratic play of his Marriott Dalmahoy opponent saw the tables turned in remarkable fashion.
After making birdies on 13 and 16 and claiming winning pars at the other holes, Bauchop saved his crucial par from the greenside bunker at the last, rolling in an eight feet putt, while Naysmith failed to get up and down.
“I’m baffled really,” admitted 16-year-old Bauchop, who plays Innes Ferguson of Drumpellier in the fourth round. “I wasn’t angry on the 12th tee and just kept my head. I pulled a few holes back and then his head just went a little. I came here for good experience, really, and I’ve played pretty well.”

Biggest win of the week for Colin Edgar

Earlier in the day, Cawder’s Calum Fyfe was the first seed to tumble, losing out on the final hole to Fraser Kane of Kirkhill after missing a little putt on the closing green.
Avoiding such surprises were the likes of top seed Ewen Ferguson, who eased to a 5 and 4 success against Findlay Soutar from Montrose Mercantile. The British Boys champion from Bearsden lost the opening hole, but soon hit back to book his round four spot against Rob Paterson from Kilspindie, the Lothians Boys Order of Merit champion last year.
Third seed Ben Kinsley also ended the hopes of Michael Lawrie, again watched by former Open champion Paul and his wife, Marion. Lawrie came through a remarkable match in the morning when he fought back from three down after 12 to take his match with Cameron Blair from Musselburgh to extra holes.
Lawrie went slightly left off the tee at the 19th, before Blair knocked his drive out of bounds down the right. The Lothians player then shook his opponent’s hand and conceded the match, when he could have played another ball off the tee. “I’ve never heard of that happening before,” said Lawrie Snr

Irvine player Stuart Easton is in good form

Coming up against Kinsley, it was the St Andrews player who emerged victorious, winning 5&4 in a match closer than the result suggests. Kinsley almost made an ace at the short 9th, hitting the pin, and is in confident mood of going beyond his two previous semi-final appearances.
Glencruitten left-hander Robert MacIntyre, the second seed, also kept his bid firmly on track after progressing 4&3 against Hamish Mills of Cardross. Lundin’s Niall Mullen, victorious at the 20th, and Irvine’s Stuart Easton were also among those to follow suit.
Meanwhile, Lothians pair and pals Scott McCandless (Bathgate) and Christopher Curran (Harburn) meet in the fourth round today, a match that has extra spice given they have been sharing together all week in a local caravan park. “It will be a fun match,” laughed Scott.
Colin Edgar from Cochrane Castle racked up the biggest win of the week, thumping Alistair Wood of Auchterarder 9&7 before reaching the fourth round with a 19th hole triumph against Daragh Cuddihy (Gourock). Duncan McNeill of Powfoot also achieved his third straight big win to reach the fourth round and is another player to watch as the tournament reaches its business end.
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Photos: Kenny Smith Photography

MIND THE GAP

Ranfurly Castle Golf Club innovative new membership scheme

MIND THE GAP

Following on from last years successful launch, Ranfurly Castle Golf Club is delighted to continue with its flexible membership initiative, aimed at encouraging more people into the game.
The Golf Access Pass (GAP) has been created to meet the needs of those who want to enjoy the social and health benefits of playing golf, but who cannot commit the time or resources to a traditional golf club membership.
GAP is also an ideal stepping stone for those starting out in the sport who want to build up their confidence and knowledge of the game before graduating to a full club membership.
Based on a unit system, those wishing to take part in the GAP will be issued with 100 units, at a cost of £3.49 each, equating to a total of £349.
Each time they play at Ranfurly Castle, they will use up a set amount of units. For example, a midweek round of golf will cost six units, while a weekend game will be eight units.
 Units can also be used for visitors. GAP golfers play until they have used up all of their units, and may top up at any time they wish (minimum top-up is 12 units).
Ranfurly Castle, celebrating its 125th anniversary in 2014 is situated in the picturesque village of Bridge of Weir and is an undulating moorland course boasting wonderful views of the surrounding countryside and vistas of the Scottish mountains to the north.
Just 20 minutes from Glasgow city centre, the course is regarded as the finest moorland courses in the West of Scotland and has hosted numerous events in the past including the Scottish Seniors Championship, the PGA Assistants’ Match Play Championship, the Scottish Girls’ Championship in 2013 and this year we will host the Mens Scottish Area Team Championships in May.
The clubhouse is reminiscent of Charles Rennie McIntosh in style and offers a warm welcome and full bar and catering service to members and visitors.
PGA Advanced Professional Tom Eckford, is on hand to help with any enquiries about GAP and will be happy to discuss any questions you may have.
Any golfer who wishes to take up this flexible membership between now and the end of April will also receive a complimentary playing lesson with one of our Staff Professional’s.
For further information contact Tom on 01505 614795 or email tomeckford@btconnect.com.