Sixteen Turks and Caicos Islanders, residents and visitors took part in the Governor’s Cup golf competition at Waterloo Golf Club, Grand Turk today, Saturday, 6 June 2015.
In an ironic twist, Governor Peter Beckingham, a keen golfer, whose office supported the event, won the men’s competition. Sharon Simons won the women’s event and one of the closest to the hole competitions, with Simon Baker winning the other.
“We had a terrific day’s competition. Today’s competition raised around $160, which will help the club towards its ultimate aim of restoring the course and clubhouse to its former glory,” said Club Treasurer Estelle Watts.
Unfortunately, the clubhouse and course were badly damaged by hurricane Ike and a fire several years ago, and while the club has continued, its small size and limited resources has made refurbishment a slow process.
In a further move to try and bring forward the necessary improvements, the Club is planning to try and market the course to the thousands of visiting cruise ship passengers and tourists.
The club has also opened a temporary reception at the security kiosk at the Governor’s official residence which sits on the course. Anyone wishing to play can approach the guard and borrow a bag and clubs for a minimum donation of $10 a round. All monies raised will go towards the maintenance and refurbishment of the course.
The small nine-hole golf course was designed and built by former Governor, John Kelly, and Waterloo Golf Club was formed in 1997.
Full results:
Men
1. Governor Peter Beckingham
2. Larry Coalbrooke
3. Tom Saunders
Closest to the hole – Simon Baker
Women
1. Sharon Simons (won closest to the hole also)
2. Florence Bennett
3. Danzella Jennings
