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St. David’s Day

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St. David's Day
Friday 1st March 2024
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St. David – the Patron Saint of Wales
Dust off your Dragon costume;
Pick some daffodils or
Cook a Leek
Spring is on it's way…..
Let's celebrate all things Welsh.
Competition – Pairs Texas Scramble
Golf Gear – Red & Green
Donations for Prizes gratefully accepted.
Wanted – any Welsh members please to help showcase heritage of Wales.
Please contact a member of the Committee.
Best regards
Michele Miller
Competitions Co-ordinator
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Quiz Night 8th March, 2024

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Dear members,

The Quiz Night on March 8th is rapidly approaching.  I am pleased to announce that Jon Broadhead will be the quiz master..  Please make sure you book in with Toma and, if possible, register on the Club Event Registration page (so we have a good idea of numbers).  
You can register at the link below:  
Regards,
Willie El-Fakir
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Charity concert on February 17th, 2024

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Dear members!!


The Captain is glad to invite you to attend a concert and an exhibition on Saturday, February 17th . The event is held in support of the Captain's charity “Rainbow in Cyprus”.

Boris Zilbermints
Captain
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Quiz Nights 2024

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Dear members,


I have agreed with the Captain to continue Quiz Nights in 2024 and that the proceeds will continue to support theCyprus Autism Society.

The dates are as follows:

March 8th
April 19th
June 5th
Sept 18th
Oct 9th
Nov 8th

On Quiz Nights, please arrive at 6:30 pm for 7:00 pm start at the clubhouse.  Please book your teams with Toma at the bar. .  This is very important as she needs to arrange staff  and food for the evenings, so she needs to know how many people wil attend.   You can also register on the website at the following link:

Please try to register at least 1 week in advance.
In addition, if you would like to volunteer to be a Quiz Master, please contact me.

Regards,

Willie El-Fakir
Webmaster
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Subject: Captain’s Choice Series 1 – 20th February

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Dear Club Members 
The Captain has chosen the format for the 1st fun Competition in the Captain's Series (NQ). It will be Matchplay Couples vs. Singles.
Over the year different formats will be used.
Format – Better Ball in Pairs.  Joint vs Single Memberships.
Handicap – lowest player is 0 and concedes strokes to the other 3 at 90% of difference in playing handicaps.
Entry Fee – zero.
Tees
Men – Yellow
Ladies – Red.
Handicap – Handicaps from the Mens scorecard.
Prizes – sponsors for NtP welcome. No other prizes.
Funding – 90% (10% member funding).
Enter via Portal and comment in “Message” box who you are playing with (Individual membership/Singles) and in case it isn't obvious (Joint membership/Couples), who your other half is – no swapping!
Thank you
Michele Miller
Competitions Coordinator
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Message Following Tuesdays Competition

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Dear Members

We had an unusual situation yesterday which to the best of our knowledge has never happened before.
Two players found themselves without a 4 person team.  Not great for a 1-2-3 Waltz.
The Club's Committee will review the circumstances, learn from them and ensure it is clear what process players are to follow in these types of unusual circumstances.
Furthermore we hope the day was not spoilt too much for those affected.
Kind regards
Michele Miller
Competitions Co-ordinator
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Pace of Play notice

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40 seconds

This is the time allowed to play your shot, and in most cases, it should be much quicker.
This 40 seconds includes:

  • Getting distances
  • Putting on the glove
  • Deciding which club to use
  • Deciding the line of play.

The standard of ready golf at Secret Valley and Pace of Play generally, has been a hot topic for over 12 months.  It is frustrating for everyone.  Everyone is entitled to enjoy their round, this includes those behind you.

Responsibility for pace of play in a flight is a collective one.  For example there is no honour except in matchplay.  Remind and encourage each other.

Be ready to play.

When safe to do so, use common sense. For example where someone needs to rake the bunker, play your shot while they do that.  Those in buggies can drop off the first player, go to their own ball, play and then come back for them.
Front 9 – you should complete the front 9 in no more than 2hrs 15mins.  If you are late you must grab and go at the Halfway House, by not sitting down, you can help greatly improve the flow on the course.
The Director of Golf will work with the Marshals to assist with Pace of Play – a crucial element.  Abuse of Marshals will not be tolerated by management or your Committee.
It has been suggested a Starter is not required Tuesdays and Saturdays in favour of having two Marshals on the course from the get go.  This should also enhance the flow of the game.
The 2024 Committee are determined to deal effectively with slow play issues.  We will work closely with the Director of Golf in monitoring slow play, and serious issues of slow play by members may incur sanctions such as loss of access to future club competitions.

Thank you for your understanding and co-operation.

Club Committee 2024

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2024 Knockout Registration

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Dear members, 


2024 Knockout registration is now open! 

Registration will close on Saturday, March the 2nd, 2024. 
The draw will be held on Sunday, March the 10th, 2024. 

You can pay at the ProShop. There will be a box for payments. Please, put your payment in an envelope and write your name(s) on the outside with the list of competitions that you have entered. The entry fee for each knockout competition is €5 per person. If you have not paid before the draw, you will not be entered. 


Please also take some time to review the 2024 rules as they have been modified this year. https://www.secretvalleygolfresort.net/competitions/knockouts/knockout-rules/  
I wish all players exciting matches! 

Kindest regards 
Catrin Koring 
Vice Captain