E-News 4th February 2021
Corporate Cup is coming early
Our corporate cup is one of the BEST days of the year with members and non-members coming down to play the most entertaining 19 holes of their lives!
For the first time ever, we are hosting this day on the 26th March 2021!
The day looks a little something like this ….
12:00pm – Arrive to a hot breakfast and coffee/or beer and receive your welcome pack.
1:00pm – Head out to the golf course to find DJ’s, shots, longest drives, masseuses, golf simulators, beers, tacos and MORE!!
5:30pm – Finish up the golf and return to the clubhouse for an unforgettable dinner and live entertainment.
All catering, entertainment and beverages are included in the ticket price! $250 for members and $300 for non-members.
Early bookings and payments are essential to ensure you do not miss out on this day! Contact Lucy TODAY to get your team in – rgc.events@rossdalegolf.com.au
Twilight Par 3 Championship
On Friday the 5th of February the twilight competition of the night will be a Par 3 comp.
The price to enter will only be $5 and members guests $20 which includes their Green fee.
We will be giving away a great prize in a Taylormade waterproof cart bag valued at $450.
Book online now!
Valentine’s Day Parma Night 
Are you looking for a way to treat your loved one this Valentine’s Day??
Book into Rossdale’s Valentine’s Day Super Parma Night on Thursday 11th February and grab either a Parma and Pot for the amazing price of $18.90 or one of our limited 2-course shared dinners for two for only $55- enjoy this with a complementary glass of house wine each!
Call 9580 1008 to book a table now!!
Volunteers Needed
Live @ The Green.
Live @ The Green is almost here!! We are still looking for 2-3 more volunteers for Live @ The Green on the 21st February 2021 to help pack up after the event. The pack up shift will be from 8-9pm. Please note that there will be a lot of heavy lifting.
Please email Rebecca at reception@rossdalegolf.com.au to let us know if you are available to help us after the event.
On course
We are looking for members to help on the course on Wednesday the 17th of February from 10:00am
If you would be interested in helping please see Club Captain, David Brown or Vice-Captain, Vic Wotherspoon.
Friday Boys Comp- open to all members
It has been proposed to start a competition on Friday the 5th February under the following conditions:
Bookings to be made with the Pro Shop. Tee times between 10.45am and 12 noon.
Upon checking in, enter your name on the Friday Boys sheet provided- once registered pay your $5 to either Frank Miller, Peter Hope or Paul Lynch before playing or when finished. Pay in a group with notes NOT coins.
There will be no NTP until the club rules otherwise.
Points will still be given each week for Player of the year, but all other awards will cease.
Prize money will be allocated thus:
i.e. 20 players @ $5 each= $100 less $20 to help cover end of year function, etc.
1st $40 (50%) 2nd $24 (30%) 3rd $16 (20%)
A minimum of 8 players must play for prizes and points to be awarded.
Live @ The Green
Live @ The Green is coming back to Rossdale in 2021! We have BABBA and Dancefloor Empire LIVE!!
There will be catering from these food trucks- Ghost Kitchen, Taco Truck, Happy Camper Pizza and Mr Whippy!!
This is a great family friendly event so bring the kids down to enjoy the live music and kid’s activities- face painting, jumping castle and inflatable rock climbing wall!
Tickets are still available so book them today on the link below.
CLOSING SOON: Men’s Beginner Golf Program
Join our Golf Professionals for a Men’s Beginner Golf Program.
This program will be run over a 4-week period, learning all aspects of the game in a fun and relaxed learning environment. Whether you have just taken up the game or just getting back into it after a break, join Michael and Ben for your beginner program opportunity.
Schedule for Program.
Sunday 14th Feb to Sunday 7th March
Members: $80 for 4-week program
Non-Members: $120 for 4-week program
Week 1: Full swing
Week 2: Pitching & Chipping
Week 3: Putting
Week 4: Full swing including Driver.
Bookings essential via the members booking portal or non-members by phone: Golf Shop 9580 1008.
2021 Club Championships Matchplay Results
We have a hotly contested Men’s Club Championships currently being battled out in the matchplay component. The top 8 from each grade have made their way into the first round of matchplay with the results from the Quarter Finals as below. Players have now made their way into the Semi-final which will be played this Saturday 6th February.
2021 Ladies Round 1 Club Championships
On Wednesday 3rd February we had 50 ladies competing in the first round of the Stroke Ladies Club Championships. We have our own club protege, Cathie Maggio, leading the way of the Rossdale Club Championships followed closely behind by Cheryl Disher. The weather was perfect for golf and the course is superb condition.
For all the results from Round 1 of the Ladies Club Championships, please see below.
Odyssey Putter Fittings coming to Rossdale!
Have you ever wondered why the “professionals” putt so well? Would you expect them to just pick up a putter in a shop and purchase it because it looked nice or felt good?
I hope majority answered “no” to this question. Professionals and any good golfer would be specifically fitted for their putter. The aim in a putter fitting is to fit a putter to your stroke type, not the other way around.
If this sounds great to you, and you want to improve your putting, book in a fitting at Rossdale Golf Club in the second week of February with Michael, Ben and Elissa to get a “FREE” fitting.
This is a rare opportunity so get in quick!
Dress Code for playing golf at Rossdale Golf Club
It has been brought to staff’s attention in the Golf Shop the dress code of Rossdale Golf Club members needs to be addressed. At times, we do forget the odd dress code and sometimes forget to mention to our guests what attire must be worn for golf at Rossdale.
Please take the time to refresh your knowledge of the expectations of Rossdale Golf Club.
Acceptable Attire
- Collared Polo shirt and tailored shorts and regulation golfing shoes must be worn by players at all times.
- Golf style shoes with soft spikes only
- Socks of any length may be worn with shorts and must be predominantly white or black.
Unacceptable attire
- No clothing with large or excessive logos
- No track and leisure suits or sport shorts
- No denim clothing or jeans
“Pro” Tip of the weekUphill and downhill lies can certainly catch us all out at times.
When you are faced with a shot like this, always remember your body set up and weight distribution must go with the slope of the land. If you are trying to keep “back behind” the ball you might have trouble with making consistent connection.
Sidehill lies is another difficult component of playing undulating courses;
A quick tip when the ball is below your feet at address, ensure your hand grip is at the top end of the club and aim more left of target than normal as your ball when come out with a fade effect. When the ball is above your feet, ensure you grip down on the grip a small amount aim more right of target than you normally would as the ball will come out with a draw effect.
If you are still having trouble, be sure to book a lesson with Michael, Ben or Helen in the Pro Shop to get your game into shape today!
Phone our professionals: 9580 1008 or email golfshop@rossdalegolf.com.au
Safety on Course
Coming into the warmer weather it is a good time to remind members that you should carry plenty of water when out on course to avoid dehydration, apply sunscreen and wear appropriate sun protection. Our heat policy states, once the temperature reaches 38 degrees Celsius the competition of the day is cancelled and if temperatures reach 40 degrees the course will be closed.
In the event of an emergency please call 000, and then call the Pro Shop to notify staff of the incident as they will be able to direct the ambulance on to the course.
In the event that the Pro Shop phone is engaged we have now put in place a mobile phone to be used in emergencies. We recommend all members save this number in your phone as an emergency contact.
Pro Shop – 9580 1008
Emergency Mobile – 0422 866 355
Our staff at Rossdale are regularly trained in first aid and many hold a level 2 certification and are well trained to use the Clubs defibrillator if need be.
