E-News 28th January 2021
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.
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 of 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!
Volunteers Needed
Live @ The Green.
We are still looking for 2-3 more volunteers for Live @ The Green on the 21st of 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.
Lady Members lead by Example!
One of our marshals reports that every single lady member in Wednesday’s (27th January) field was carrying a sand bucket for filling divots. That’s the bar set for the rest of our membership!
Live @ The Green
Live @ The Green is coming back to Rossdale in 2021! BABBA… food trucks… kid’s entertainment… AND MORE!
This is a great family friendly event so bring the kids down to enjoy the live music and activities.
Tickets are still available so book them today on the link below.
2021 Club Championships Round 2
Round 2 of the Men’s Club Championships took place last Saturday in much better conditions than golfers experienced in round 1, they scores certainly improved and we see a great pack on each grades leader board ready to contest round 3 for the honorary prize of winner the Club Championships.
Hole in One Alert!
Congratulations to Anneka Thomson who had a hole in one in the Twilight Competition on the 21st January. What a great start to 2021!
Anneka was playing with a group of ladies whom where so thrilled for Anneka and they wish to congratulate her for this outstanding shot. Congratulations Anneke from your playing partners – Marilyn King, Jo Barron and Robyn McLeod.
Mick Oldham
Congratulations to Mick who recorded his first ever hole in one last Saturday the 23rd of January on the 12th hole hitting a perfectly struck 7 iron.
Rossdale Member shines through to National Final
What an outstanding month for Rossdale Golf Club members with performance away from their home course.
Mark Quiambao has qualified though to the National Final of the 9 Hole Championships! Mark had an impressive day at Huntingdale Golf Club having a fine 21 points for his 9 holes, which crowned him the winner and Mark will now compete in the National Final!
Congratulations Mark!
Gary Ralph, also a Rossdale member, finished in second place having a great score of 18 points.
Congratulation to both members and our Rossdale Flag is certainly being flown proud!
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.
Odyssey Putter Fittings coming to Rossdale!
Have you ever wondered why the “professionals” putt so well? Would you expect they picked up a putter in a shop and purchased it because it looked nice or felt good?
I hope majority answered “no” to this question. Professionals and any good putter 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 Golfshop 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
What’s in the Bag for Trainee, Ben Paine
Driver: Callaway Mavrik Sub Zero 9 degree w/ HZRDUS Smoke 6.5 60g
3 Wood: Callaway Epic Flash Sub Zero 15 degree w/ HZRDUS Smoke 6.5 70g3 iron:
Callaway X-Forged UT 21* w/ Fujikura Ventus 10X
Irons: Callaway X-Forged (4-6) & Callaway Apex MB (7-P) w/ Elevate Tour 120 X
Wedges: Callaway MD5 Jaws 50, 54, 59 w/ KBS 610 S+ Wedge ShaftsGrips: Golf Pride MCC Align with 3 papers
Putter: Toulon Las Vegas with Stroke Lab shaft
Glove: Callaway Apex Tour
Ball: Prov1X
