It's that time of year again when we dust off our clubs and delve into the back of our wardrobes to find our most fashionable of polo shirts (or in Dan's case his shortest shorts).
Yes it’s the LC trophy! this year we've got together with our new sponsors, Haven.co.uk@hastings.com.ltd plc holdings and will be holding the tournament at Seddlescombe Park GCC, which is just down the road from the caravan park, ahem, sorry, I mean luxury accommodation.
We have the usual suspects and some new blood playing this year which will be the 9th anniversary of our close friend Lee's untimely taking from us. In memory of the man I've knocked Danny for most of the money which I feel Lee would of liked very much (ED - but I don't).
That said, it should be a great competition this year with handicaps 'the board' feel should keep the scoring very close with no silly points running away with victory. Below we have the runners and handicaps and odds on their chances.
As always, feel free to oppose your handicaps. All requests will be reviewed then totally ignored and even cut more just for having the nerve to question the scientific way the handicap system has been set up by Mr Ruler (chairman) and Mr Walsh(ceo).
Paul Walsh (Champion)
Cut to 8 for this years event after a close victory from Les last year where a stewards finally resolved much confusion on count back. Doubt any such problems this year as Walsh has niggling neck injury and will find it very hard to play to his high standards let alone to the ridiculous handicap set by the fools on the board. ODDS 6/1
Danny Ruler
Been out a few times this year and getting his game tweaked to peak at just the time but unfortunately a nasty arm injury (broken in three places...not trivial) while playing football has forced him to withdraw from this years event relegating him to official photographer.... If you care to look back on last years notes you will see I wrote on Matts how he should act his age and just accept that you are nearly forty and to give up on these contact sports and deal with it.. NR
Pete Robinson
A real contender this year , having played golf with him last month he cannot come out with usual chestnut of 'I haven't played since last year', yawn yawn. Electing to drive off with only irons he consistently hit the fairway and with this year's course being quite short with dog legs you will need to plot your way around rather than boom your driver. Deserves a close look. ODDS 8/1
Tony 'BiteYa Face Off' Botting
Another one who is worth a bet as iron play is his forte, (actually, he is onlder than forte...BOOM BOOM!)being he only uses an 8 iron and wedge, whatever the distance. Will be looking to add to his win on this event having won back in 2003. Hopefully trying to learn the knowledge and having new born baby and a puppy donkey keeping him awake at night won't deter his ambitions. ODDS 7/1
Antony Baker 'OuchMeBack'
Been keeping a close eye on this one and have come to conclusion that all aches and pains are in the head- he just likes to get the excuses in early as to why he can't seem to post a good score. Maybe it's the high expectations of others or perhaps it’s the alcohol he consumes on way round. I know where my money's at. Maybe the shorter course and lay out will benefit. Mind you it would also help if his drives were as long as his putts past the hole. ODDS 10/1
Lynda Walsh
Not competing this year as thought it wouldn't be fair for the other wives to look after Harrison while she's out on course. So has decided to help the other wives set up camp, look after kids, cook for the boys and drink wine all afternoon in sun shine …………….difficult choice that last one. think it was that one that swung it. NR
Ian 'T'beast' Willbraham
Missed last years event due to tumbling down stairs like a stuntman, double somersaulting with twist and touch of pike and injuring arm in a 'wished we saw that' moment. So will be eager to atone and get his name back on the trophy. Can play in the seniors this year too so will no doubt be leading the moans of 'don't play no more', handicaps are wrong, should've played on Saturday…………………OH SHUT THE FUCK UP. ODDS 6/1
Les Hewson
Last years runner up and another player who will benefit the short course and dog legs. Doesn't play often these days, if you believe what he tells you...but what he really means is: 'doesn't play these shit courses I only play the belfry, Sandwich, Wentworth, and alike'. Will want revenge for last years debacle but will have to bring his A game. ODDS 7/1
Matt Walsh or Ross Geller
Again a no show………this years’ excuse …yep you've got it………….working……... We wish him well and hope to see him competing again soon. NR
Charlie 'Icklebeast' Wilbraham
Last years rookie and done himself proud. Will no doubt of been out with his old man getting tips on posture, stance rhythm and timing,... all things that are essential if your gonna sustain drinking with tour pro's. Only member not married so hopefully will be able to indulge us old farts with some good fanny stories. Bloody spell check. ODDS 22/1
Michael Christie
Newcomer to the tour, got in with a wild card having dated and now impregnated a previous winners daughter. This isn't the only way you can play on this special tour …you can just ask. Dark horse as doesn't play too much but don't expect too much as mind will be on mother of unborn..will she won't she. Who knows, just hold on two more weeks Leigh.ODDS 20/1
Cliff Humphries
Will be a late entry as just started a new job - I'll 'ave you Blakely' on buses - and doesn't know what shifts he's on. Missed last years because he was out of work could miss this years because he is in work. You couldn't make it up. If he does play be sure of one thing…… he'll want to win. Keeps banging on about how he should of won this trophy in past how he's been second and third before etc. Well we only remember winners and I've won it three times na na na nana ODDS 8/1