Event 2 – February 2, 2024 – Cross Creek GC, Temecula California

We had predictions of rain all week for Southern California….the field was fore warned of possible “wet golf” conditions. Seventeen players showed up to battle not just the golf course, but the inclement weather conditions. Fortunately, there was only ONE hole where players had to get out their umbrellas and towels to keep up with the deluge of the rain storm “atomospheric river”… and overall, if you had proper rain gear, and dry clothes, the course was very manageable. Of course it was “Golf Paths” only and players had to do a little bit of extra walking. Back in the clubhouse, stories of great shots, and lost balls abounded. Those who competed today had a great time and a memory of a lifetime to add to their golf journal. Fortunately, the sun came out on a few occasions to keep the air warm enough where we didn’t feel “The Cold.” For some players today, having the “preferred lies” rule worked to their advantage as hitting balls to the green on perfect lies was like shooting at a dart board with the wet soaked greens.

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Welcome to all those new comers to our club. Most of the players in the field are all signed up for the 2024 season with our SCGA / GHIN / USGA -Seacoast Christian GC organization. If you are a player who is not a member of our club, you are welcome to join and begin your SCGA / GHIN experience with our club. Just click on the membership or renew membership link below. We plan a fun filled year of golf for our club members. It is the golf committee’s hope that all of you will enjoy the friendly competition and year ending post season play which has been planned for all to enjoy. Along this year’s golf journey with us, we also hope you create new bonds of friendship and camaraderie.

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Posting Scores – all players are very much encouraged to use the GHIN APP or posting website with at www.ghin.com and record their scores ASAP. The updated system does recalculate your golf index daily. Players are admonished to keep their index “UP TO DATE” by posting their scores. If you look at the responsiblities of the player, there is a part that needs players to to their part. Player who DO NOT post their scores can be subject to “PENALTY” round postings. If you have any questions, please let the committee know.

“Post A Score” will now be accomplished through GHIN.com and the USGA GHIN Mobile App where you will also have access to your stats, complete score history, Handicap Calculator, Golfer Lookup, and Handicap Card.

Keep in mind, that a GHIN Digital Profile is required to post scores on GHIN.com and through the USGA GHIN Mobile App. If you have not used GHIN.com or the GHIN Mobile App to post scores, you will need to use the “Create Profile” button to create your digital profile. It is easy to do and just takes a few minutes.

Welcome to our Field

A Big Congratulations to our Winners as some great golf was on display today. Here are the results.

Flight “A” Low Gross Winner: Ebin Smith (81)

Flight “B” Low Gross Winners : Alan Hoekstra (84)

Flight ” C” Low Gross Winner: John Estill (88)

Flight ” D” Low Gross Winners: Nick Zoch (101)

Overall Low Net Winners: Alan Hoekstra (72) / Tom Martinson (72) / John Estill (72)

Best Nine/ Net Skins / Pin Competition Holes

Recap Event 2 – With our first event in the books, we had a very “COLD” and “WET” start to our season. Many players had the feeling of “what am I doing here today?” as the projection of “rain all day” loomed in the air. But those who battled and braved the conditions were all rewarded as the weather mostly cleared to clouds with light sprinkles. The field of players were all glad to finish, but realized that playing “wet” golf under raining conditions is a rarity here in Southern California. It makes for a very memorable and interesting day. Our leaderboard has gotten stirred up as players who showed up today, gained points on the players on the top. John Estill holds a very slim lead by just a few points over 2nd (Bill Miller) and 3rd (Alan Hoekstra) place. The season is fresh and early and there is plenty of opportunity to get in the action of our Seacoast Christian GC monthly play.

Noteables: John Estill scored the only lone “SKIN” for the day on the par 3 hole #17.

It’s early in the season, and there’s a large group of guys eager to activate their “A” game to make it into this year’s playoffs. Here’s the calendar of events for this year so you can plan accordingly.

USGA / GHIN – Membership Responsibilities “POSTING GOLF SCORES” – It is very important for all of us to have a good understanding of “golf handicap” and your “golf index” profile. One of the elements of golf is the “integrity” of each player taking personal responsibility to post all qualified golf scores within 24 hours of date of play. Your golf index is calculated daily and it is important to keep your golf profile as current as possible. Failure to keep it current and NOT POSTING on a timely basis may be grounds for “penalty rounds” to be assessed. If you have any difficulty or don’t completely understand the process, please visit the USGA learning center that explains via video all the info you need to know about “golf handicapping”

Player’s profiles and golf rounds are all subject be audited by the golf committee. All players are required to “POST” their golf grounds ASAP as index ratings are calculated daily. Please use Ghin.Com / or phone app to post your scores.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact

Curtis at email: CurtisChanDDS@gmail.com or Ted Clinite (handicap chairperson) email: tclinite@gmail.com

Next Event – Friday, March 1, 2024 – Twin Oaks Golf Club, San Marcos, CA/ 7:30a start $79 per player includes range / cart

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