Regents’ Primary students bring home medals from Malaysia

Regents Primary students cheer for a team photo during the FOBISIA in Malaysia.

An excited team of Primary students from Regents International School Pattaya flew over 1000km to the ELC International School in Malaysia earlier this month to take part in the 2015 Primary FOBISIA (Federation of British International Schools in Asia) games.
Thirty-six Regents’ students joined children from six other schools from across Asia to compete in four main sporting competitions: swimming, athletics, football and T-ball.
After four days of fun competition and great camaraderie the sporting event ended on a high for Regents, with the students bringing home well over 50 medals.
Head of PE, Paul Madden commented: “Once again we have had the opportunity to represent the school at the Primary FOBISIA Games in Malaysia. It was a busy four days that left our students absolutely drained. During the competition, they have the opportunity to meet students from different schools and make ‘FOBISIA friends’, who they often stay in touch with for years to come.

High fives with PE teacher Mr. Martindale.

A gold medal for a happy Regent’s student and her proud mum.

PE teacher Miss Meena poses with her young swimming team.

Stuvik retakes F3 lead after double victory in Spain

Thailand’s Sandy Stuvik (center) is flanked on the podium by teammate Artur Janosz (left) and Yarin Stern (right).

Aspiring Thai racer Sandy Stuvik won both of the races at the third round of the EuroFormula Open Championship at Jerez Circuit in Spain last weekend. The young Thai driver clinched pole position for the first race, in front of Polish championship leader and teammate Artur Janosz, and during the race Stuvik would prove to be untouchable as he gradually pulled away from the pursuing Formula 3 cars. In the end he took the checkered flag well ahead of Janosz in second and Israel’s Yarin Stern in third.

Stuvik steers his RP Motorsport F3 car to victory at the Jerez Circuit in Spain, Sunday, June 22.

Sunday morning qualifying for the second race saw Janosz secure pole position after he put in a blistering lap. Spain’s Alex Palou took second place and Stuvik had to settle for P3.
As the race started Janosz cut across the front of Palou in a move that would later earn him a drive through penalty. Stuvik in turn overtook the Spanish driver through turn 3 and 4 and after Janosz had served his drive through, the Thai driver would find himself with a solid lead. Stuvik controlled his pace to finish over 6 seconds clear of second placed Alex Palou. Again it was Israel’s Yarin Stern who secured the third place on the podium.
Stuvik commented after the race: “This was a tough race and weekend and I am excited to now take the lead of the championship back again. I have to thank Team RP Motorsport for giving me such a fantastic Formula 3 car and for being able to build the car so well around my driving style. I do realize that my competitors are coming ever closer and I will take my training to the next level to do my best to stay ahead as we go to Hungary in two week time.”
The results leave Sandy Stuvik firmly in the lead of the championship with 124 points, to Janosz’ 93 points and Palou with 87 points as the series now moves to the Hungaroring Circuit in Hungary for the 4th round on 4-6 July.

Brass Monkey edged out in Cup semi-final

Bangkok Casuals Football League

Paul Frain
Pattaya based Brass Monkey FC, having narrowly lost out in the division 2 championship race earlier this month, traveled to Bangkok last weekend to play The Londoner in the semi-final of the League Cup.
The Londoner, who were lying in second place in the first division, posed a hard test for Brass but it was the Pattaya team who took the initiative in the game and they put The Londoner defense under a lot of pressure, forcing a succession of corners but they were unable to take advantage of their early superiority. The Brass players’ profligacy in front of goal was highlighted when Vorontzov was put clean through on goal twice and with just the Londoner keeper to beat, he skewed his shot wide on both occasions.
Having enjoyed this early reprieve, The Londoner started putting their game together and they took the lead when their forward out jumped a static Brass defense from a corner kick to head the ball home.
The Londoner almost doubled their lead soon after but Brass keeper Yongui pulled off a fine one-handed save to keep the score at 1-0. The same player was left powerless a few minutes later however when The Londoner forward latched onto a good cross and powered in a header to make it 2-0 to the home team.
Despite the double setback, Brass continued to take the game to the Londoner and they were rewarded when the ball was worked down the left and a blistering shot by Ndjana left the home keeper clutching fresh air to make it 2-1, which was the score at half time.
After the interval Brass continued to pressure the Londoner’s defense and after a slow build up Dipita put the finishing touch to a good move by slotting the ball home to make it 2-2.
A massive thunderstorm broke overhead and both defenses had to exercise caution as the surface became slippery and was ideal for counter-attacking moves. Brass almost took the lead for the first time in the match when Matveen’s header smacked against The Londoner crossbar, but the home team then broke away and a hopeful shot saw the Brass keeper agonizingly let the ball slip through his hands and roll into an empty net for the Londoner to take the lead 3-2.
A fracas in the Brass penalty area soon after involving both sets of players saw Brass reduced to nine men and The Londoner down top ten for the final period of the game. When play was restarted The Londoner earned a penalty which was well saved by Phansak, the stand in keeper for Brass who also brought off another couple of fine saves soon after.
A man down, it was still the Brass Monkey who attacked The Londoner’s goal but time ran out for the Pattaya team, with the referee’s final whistle bringing an end to a hugely entertaining match.
Brass gave their all and played some of their best football of the season and to reach this stage was a great achievement for a newly formed club. Manager Rick Bryant has now reached another milestone by taking two different clubs up to the top division.

Charity pool tourney to raise funds for Fr. Ray Foundation

Thanachot Anuvan
Pattaya City Hall recently announced that the Pattaya Charity Pool Tournament 2014 will be held at the Legends Pool and Sports Lounge in central Pattaya (opp. the TOT building) on Wednesday, July 2.
The tournament will be open to 64 contestants with an entry fee of 2,000 baht and the format will be a straight knock-out competition with the players initially drawn into 32 singles matches.
The winner of the tournament and losing finalist will both receive trophies of honor from Sontaya Khunplume, former Ministry of Culture, and Pattaya Mayor Ittipol Khunplume respectively, as well as high quality pool cues. The losing semi-finalists will also receive trophies of honor.
All the proceeds from this event will be donated to the Father Ray Foundation to support the education of underpriviledged children.

Chatwin takes Coco Lawn Bowls Club singles title

Yung, Go, Darren, the Pink Lady sponsor Kow and Num.

The Coco Club, located near Phoenix Golf Club, held its first singles title campaign recently with 28 competitors taking part in 90 matches on the weekend of 21st and 22nd June. Those competing came from Australia, England, Thailand, and Holland and with 22,000 baht at stake it was all to play for.
The four league system, where everyone had 6 matches, produced only one player with maximum points - Yung from RBSC Bangkok - closely followed by Num, Go, Darren, Bus and Coco’s own Sue, who were all unbeaten in five games. So it came down to the semi finals with Go winning against Num 9–7 and Darren Chatwin prevailing against Yung 13-5.
The 3rd and 4th place play-off was decided to be a share so everyone could watch the final where Darren from Caldwell in Derbyshire - with what appeared to be no nerves at all - held on to take it 11-1, with the last two ends conceded as Go could not catch up. Well played to all who took part and especially our new champion, Darren.
Coco Club is always looking for new players with free coaching and tuition. Call Sue on 087 135 8357 for more information.

Evans & Henderson take the plaudits

PSC golf from Café Kronborg

Thursday, June 19, Khao Khew A & B – Stableford
A Flight (0-18)
1st Anna Henderson (12) 35pts
2nd John Swanson (18) 33pts
3rd Ian Henderson (17) 30pts
B Flight (19+)
1st Daryl Evans (22) 37pts
2nd Graham Buckingham (22) 37pts
3rd Tom Cotton (23) 35pts
Khao Kheow was the test today and we teed off on B1 some 30 minutes early under sunny skies and in hot and humid conditions.
The course was in fairly good shape with slowish greens even though 9.5 on the stimp-meter was advertised. The round took about 4 hours and 30 minutes, with a Thai 5-ball in front slowing us down a bit.
Back in the clubhouse welcomes went out to Ian and Anna Henderson along with Tom Cotton while we also had to bid farewell to Marie and Lionel Rowles.
We had enough for two flights today with the cut set at handicap 18. The lowest handicap player in the field, Anna Henderson, took top spot in A Flight with 35 points, two ahead of John Swanson in second while Ian Henderson completed the podium in third.
Daryl Evans edged the B Flight honours on count back over Graham Buckingham, both with 37 points, and tom cotton took third with 35.

Sunday swingers hit ‘Roaring Forties’

PSC golf from Lewiinski’s Golf Society

Nick Odnoral & Terry Mangan.

Sunday 15th June Green Valley
A Flight
1st Nick Odnoral (15) 46pts
2nd Dave Stockman (6) 40pts
3rd Bob Watson (7) 39pts
B Flight
1st Terry Mangan (16) 44pts
2nd Pierre Bietry (17) 43pts
3rd Peter Henshaw (16) 40pts
Near Pins: No 5 Nick Odnoral, No 8 Lawrie McBride, No 12 Ed Wyckoff, N0 16 Phil Davies
I have said it before - every golf day in every bar in Pattaya is filled with stories of hard luck and “what ifs”. That is as much of the game as playing. But in terms of bad luck it would be tough not to offer some consolation to some of the B Flight players on Sunday. It is well known that the Green Valley course can be made quite short if the tees are up and they were this day. However, none of that fully explained the performances of the golfers in B Flight.
You can imagine the looks of confidence that Terry ‘pork chop’ Mangan, Pierre ‘the Magician’ Bietry and Peter ‘the silver surfer’ Henshaw were portraying as they strode off the 18th hole with 44, 43 and 40 points respectively. That was until they found out that Nick ‘Ned Kelly’ Odnoral had carded a unbelievable 46 points for the man of the match and top step on the A Flight podium.
It is no secret that Nick’s dedication to the driving range is now paying off and he was six clear of Dave Stockman in second, who found himself in a Aussie sandwich as Bob Watson’s steady play gave him the bronze with 39 points.
Terry Mangan, with his marvelous 44 points, took the gold in B Flight while Pierre Bietry found himself in a Irish sandwich as Peter Henshaw’s rock solid 40 points closed the flight and a share of the 2’s pot. Colin Davis and Freddy Starbeck also slotted home 2’s.
Tuesday, June 17, Greenwood – Stableford
A Flight
1st Jacob Olsen (8) 39pts
2nd Freddy Starbeck (12) 34pts
B Flight
1st Terry Mangan (16) 36pts
2nd Jorn Finnerup (22) 35pts
The man of the match today was Jacob Olsen whose A Flight39pts was five clear of Freddy ‘the quite one’ Starbeck. Jacob was also the only player to better his handicap on the day.
Terry ‘pork chop’ Mangan made it two B Flight wins on the bounce as he edged Jorn Finnerup by a stroke with an even par round.
No 2’s were recorded so a rollover to Wednesday.
Wednesday, June 18, Burapha A & B - Stableford
A Flight
1st Jacob Olsen (8) 37pts
2nd Rod Brown (15) 37pts
B Flight
1st Walter Baechli (17) 36pts
2nd Martin Allard (23) 36pts
Both flights were left to the perils of count back today and the man riding a purple patch, Jacob Olsen, made it two wins in as many games as his 37 points counted up better on the inward nine.
Walter ‘the man of leisure’ Baechli, always a welcome addition to the society ranks, made off once again with the biggest bag of loot in B Flight as he edged Martin Allard, both with steady even par rounds.
Monsieur Serge Straeton pocketed the rollover 2’s pot and a missing person’s alert was issued shortly after the presentation.
Friday, June 20,
Silky Oak - Stableford
1st Aiden Murray (20) 41pts
2nd Tom Gorey (15) 39 pts
3rd Mike Jeffreys (18) 39 pts
With a large group of regulars opting to play the PSC monthly medal, the pay window was left unprotected on Friday. Sensing an opportunity, and not unlike a hyena stalking a lion’s prey, Aiden Murray nipped in and took the biggest bag of loot on offer. His man of the match 41 points was three clear of a trio of players on 39 points, of which Irelands’ Tom Gorey emerged top of the heap to grab the silver, leaving Mike ‘the Welsh wizard’ Jeffreys to close the flight.
Ireland’s Christy ‘midnight cowboy’ Knight rode back to the darkside pot less.
Mike Jefferys was the sole heir to the 2’s pot.
Note: Lewiinski’s is situated on Pattaya land Soi 1, Beach Rd Soi13/13 near Walking Street. Anyone wishing to play with us just pop in and add your name to the list or call Colin on 089 826 0764. Transport is provided.

Allidi scoops low gross as PSC golf sees change at the top

PSC 133rd Monthly Golf Tournament

Mike Allidi – Low gross winner.

Report: Nigel Cannon/ Photos: William Macey
Following the previous week’s AGM, former Golf Chairman Joe Mooneyham was elected Vice President of the PSC and Mark West took over as Golf Chairman, so today’s tournament on Friday June 20 was the swan-song for Joe and an introduction for Mark.

Jeff Wylie – ‘A’ Flight winner.
It being the low season, the numbers signed up was less than normal but those who took the opportunity to play here at Pleasant Valley had an enjoyable day, with the weather not too hot and the course in good shape. Despite the infiltration of a couple of 5-balls, all rounds were completed in around 4 hours.
On the reception desk was Joe, Mark and Nigel and many took the opportunity of meeting Mark and wishing him well, acknowledging that Joe would be a hard act to follow. Later Joe and Mark received the cards and clearly there had been some good scores posted.
The low gross winner on the day was Mike Allidi (H/cap 3) with a great score of 72 gross. Jeff Wylie (6) topped the ‘A’ Flight with a net 74 and an unusual situation occurred in ‘B’ Flight when 3 players all finished on 41 points; the count back went to the last 3 holes with Wolfram Krueger (17) being declared the winner.

Wolfram Krueger – ‘B’ Flight winner.
‘C’ Flight produced the best stableford return of the day with Malcolm Farquharson (26) coming in with 43 points.
We had just a few ladies playing today but with 41 points Rungratree Puangsal (12) was the clear winner.
It was an early finish so many went home before going to The Player’s Lounge where the day’s presentation and buffet was held. Most of the players came for the presentation, with many bringing their partners and families to enjoy the excellent food provided as well as the excellent drink service.
Nigel then called order and introduced Joe Mooneyham and Mark West, with Joe expressing his appreciation for the support the PSC members had given him over the last 4 years and he said he was sure Mark would enjoy the same support. He also thanked the PSC office staff, namely William, Noy, and Nigel for their help during his term of office. Thanks also went to the management and staff of the Players’ Lounge for their hospitality.

Malcolm Farquharson – ‘C’ Flight winner.
Mark then took over and said he looked forward to the role he would be playing as Golf Chairman and announced he had already appointed a golf committee to assist in his task. He paid tribute to Joe and wished him well in his new role of Vice President.
Nigel then announced the winners and Joe presented the prizes. The lucky draw followed and then the 50/50 draw which was won by a delighted Bryan Neal. Many stayed on to enjoy the banter with fellow members and guests well into the evening.
The next PSC monthly golf tournament is scheduled for Friday, July 25, at Pattana Golf Course, with the buffet and presentation being held at Shenanigans in Jomtien.

Paul Greenaway – 3rd in ‘A’ flight, near pin winner and long drive.

Rungratree (right) with Mod – Ladies winner and longest drive.

Same old... same old

The Pattaya Golf Society at the Elephant Bar, Soi Buakhao

Friday hero, Alan Walker.

On Wednesday, 18th June the Pattaya Golf Society visited Mountain Shadow to play a stableford competition from the blue tees on a day which saw very little other action at the course. The course presentation was reasonably good, bunkers were a little scruffy but the greens were true and millionaires’ golf lay ahead of the group which teed off way before time. A strong breeze was evident all day but the day remained dry.
In a share of third place was the old Aussie warhorse Alan Walker, freshly returned from a break back home and a very solid 33 points gave him a good score on his return to action. On the same score was Tomas Nilsson and the “deja vue” feeling continued as the winner was Brian Beaupre, all consistency as well as skill, and his gross 78 represented a points score of 35 for the win.
Peter Sanderson took the consolation beer and John Tallett suffered a “mare” and received the Booby Bevy. But for the winners it was a case of “same old... same old” as Beaupre and Nilsson swept all before them again. Until the next time maybe?
Walker runs away with it
The Pattaya Golf Society ended the week in style on Friday with a visit to the ever-impressive Pattavia to play a stableford competition on a course which gets better by the month and represents excellent value for money. The course was in excellent condition and if any comment could be made, the greens were hard and difficult to play, but this is the nature of the course.
Wayne Morrison, recently returned from Oz, sponsored four near pins and these were won by Jesper Hansen (4), Alan Flynn (7), David Thomas (13) and Paul Whitnall (17). In addition David Thomas managed the only ‘2’ of the day.
For the places proper, Tomas Nilsson continued to impress with a third placed finish on 35 points and Alan Flynn threw off a few feckless rounds to take second place with an excellent 38 point return. The oldest golfer in the field, Alan Walker, played the best round of his life in Thailand to record 42 points on a course playing long and he amazed his peers with some clinical golf.
The consolation beer went to Peter Sanderson and the Booby Bevy went to Wayne Morrison for nightmare on his return. But even Wayne agreed he had enjoyed a day at a fine course and he is seeking revenge soon!

Bruce dances to the top

IPGC golf from The Haven

Bruce Hilde, Hal Hart and Jon Batty.

Monday, June 16, Bangpra - Stableford
CSS 73
1st Jon Batty (10) 35pts
2nd John Wood (25) 33pts
3rd Trevor Schirmer (15) 29pts
4th Markku Tynell (23) 29pts
5th Hal Hart (22) 29pts
With regular overnight rain throughout the week, which had left the courses in a fairly sodden condition affording little or no run, the best of the week was a level handicap round from just one player from the three outings.
Monday’s test was perhaps the most taxing although the weather had also slowed the usually very fast greens down to an almost playable speed. In the circumstances Jon Batty’s round was an excellent performance although it was marred with three very ugly zeros on the front nine, but a very good recovery that garnered 21 points on the inward half ensured a well deserved win after the final reckoning at the scorer’s table.
John Wood, after starting out with 19 points on the front half, had been hoping for something memorable to close out his two month stay in Thailand but he had to settle for a second place and fond memories of other occasions.
Four shots back Trevor Schirmer won a three-way count back for third place with a better 11 on the back six, leaving Markku Tynell in fourth with 10 after they had halved the nine on 15 apiece. Hal Hart took fifth as he returned just 13 inward points after a bright start to the day.
There were no 2’s in either of the divisions.
Before the presentations were made there were welcome backs for Ben Wilkinson and John Wood, the latter playing just this one competition before returning to the UK, so he received a farewell also.
Wednesday, June 18, Khao Kheow A & B - Stableford
CSS 72
1st Hal Hart (22) 36pts
2nd Trevor Schirmer (15) 35pts
3rd Victor Moshonkin (13) 34pts
4th Kevin Blake (8) 31pts
5th Tom McCarthy (19) 20pts
Another outing at our regular Wednesday course Khao Kheow and this week it was found to be still improving and getting very near to its old top class condition. There were just a couple of greens still patchy which made the going pretty tough although the CSS for day stayed at the standard 72. With no carts being allowed on the fairways, the local rule of ‘lift and place’ was in play.
Hal Hart’s form has started to return to its old self as was shown by another steady round of level handicap, which proved to be the best score of the week’s three outings. Once again Hal achieved a five-pointer as he birdied the last hole on the B course after receiving two strokes, it being the most difficult of the back nine, which enabled him to close out the inward half with 19. It proved to be just sufficient to deny playing partner Trevor Schirmer the win when he was two points in front with just the last to play. In fact Hal secured nine points from the last three holes even with a zero pointer on the seventeenth.
Victor Moshonkin claimed third place another shot back after looking a likely winner following an outward nineteen points but faded right at the death, taking just two points from the last two holes.
Kevin Blake took fourth spot three more behind, with Tom McCarthy in fifth after finding it not so quite plain sailing following a three shot cut in handicap from the previous week’s outstanding round when he won by a street.
Once again there were no 2’s in either of the divisions.
Prior to the prize giving there was a welcome back for Kevin Blake.
Friday, June 20, Eastern Star - Stableford
CSS 72
1st Bruce Hilde (17) 34pts
2nd Trevor Schirmer (15) 33pts
3rd Markku Tynell (23) 30pts
4th Russell Gilroy (14) 29pts
5th Terry Hodgkiss (23) 28pts
Eastern Star is long enough when it is playing normally but when the wind blows and the fairways are wet then it gets even longer. Today, with the greens playing extremely slow and long putts almost impossible to get to the hole, it was quite surprising to find that the CSS stayed at a level 72.
The full lakes were proof that there had been plenty of rain over the last few days and ‘lift and place’ in the fairways was once again the order of the day.
Bruce Hilde, having spent the previous evening and most of the night dancing the ‘heavy’ fantastic and wowing the audiences down at the Bamboo Bar, arrived late to sign-in, seemingly with little chance of success, and after topping up with one or two snifters on the way round the course any chance of a win looked an even less likely outcome. But in spite of all the early signs to the contrary, as he gathered just fifteen points on the outward nine, he ran out the winner by a single point to deny Trevor Schirmer, one of his playing partners, for the second time in the week. Trevor was outscored over the last three holes by two points, having to watch at close quarters also being Bruce’s marker, and having to settle for second place once again.
Markku Tynell was again to be found among the podium places in third, three points behind, after he had started slowly with only thirteen from the first nine holes.
Russell Gilroy started even slower, with twelve from his opening nine, to finish in fourth just ahead of Terry Hodgkiss, who in comparison was reversing over the same nine holes with just ten points but the three of them all came good over the last nine with seventeen each to bring some cheer on the journey back to The Haven.
For a record third time in a week there were no 2’s in either division leaving a couple of swollen pots to be claimed.
Note: If you would like to play with The Haven group, you can contact mobile 094 567 5726 or call in to The Haven Hotel, at 185 Soi 13, between Beach Road and 2nd Road. All transportation to the course is arranged and you do not need to sign up prior to the day, but you should be there by 8.15 on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday on the days that you wish to play. A schedule of courses to be played can be found on our web site at www.thehaven-hotel.com.

Yves comes to the fore at Pattavia

PSC golf from Siam Country Resort

Yves Philibert.

Tuesday, June 17,
Pattavia Century - Stableford
Tuesday was a visit to Pattavia, where we played from the white tees at about 6,600 yards. The course was in generally good condition although the greens have been neutralised a bit, to make them a little more user friendly. Personally I think this is a bit of a shame as the greens are Pattavia’s key defense - they are on the small side and the pace, combined with the slopes, is what provides the major challenge.
Yves Philibert (H/cap 33) was best able to come to terms with the challenges of the day with a fine 38 points, helped in part by a spectacular birdie 2 on the par-three 17th which netted him a 5-pointer. Jeff Wylie (6) was the best of the rest with 35 points, to go with his 2 near pins. As mentioned before, Yves got one of the other near pins, while Neil knocked the flag out on 13 to make a nice birdie also.
Thursday, June 19,
Pleasant Valley - Stableford
Pleasant Valley was our Thursday venue, from the blues at about 6300 yards, with the course in just fair condition as it was a little damp following some heavy overnight rain. Having said that, my group only required 1 or 2 casual water drops for the round, most of the damper spots being before the fairways started.
The best score of the day was 34 points from Jeff Wylie (6), ahead of Martin Hayes (15) with 32. Near pins went to Neil, Paddy & Jeff.
Friday was the PSC tournament which SCR supports every month, with Pleasant Valley again being the venue. A flight were off the blue tees and it was Jeff Wylie who led the way with an unspectacular 80, net 74 while in the B flight from the whites, Willem Lasonder (18) was 1 of 3 players to sign for 41 points, eventually getting second spot after losing on the last 3 in the count back process. I must shout out a congrats to all winners on the day, but a special mention to Mike Allidi who won the Low Gross with 72, an outstanding score compared to the rest.
Note: Siam Country Resort, Restaurant & Bar is located just off Siam Country Club Rd, after going under the arch past the 7/11, turn right after 50 metres, with the venue on the left another 200 metres along. Golf from here is generally played on Tuesday & Thursday, with the Resort hosting prompt presentations on both days. As a PSC affiliated venue we welcome ALL golfers, including ladies & seniors (>60s) who have opted for the “Silver” tee option. Call 089 094 1841 for scheduling or enquiries. Hope to see you there, cheers & good golfing!

Ken Hole blitzes Bangpakong

PSC golf from The Growling Swan

Rocky Lawson, Peter McDonald & Ken Hole.

Peter Blackburn
Monday, June 16, Pattana – Stableford
Overcast skies and drizzling rain greeted us as we arrived at The Growling Swan in readiness for our departure to the classy Pattana Golf Course and we had an excellent field of 26 on the starting sheet. Everyone was on time so our 2 mini vans left the GS right on schedule at 8.30 am and we headed off up number 7 and then the busy 331, arriving at the golf course 52 minutes later.
The course was not really busy so after a swifter than normal check-in we were told that we would be playing the B & C nines in that sequence and the groans could be heard as we assembled at B1 and viewed the water left and right and in front of the green.

Patrick Poussier, Adrian Schmidt & Bill Steinman.

Our first group, a four-ball teed off 35 minutes ahead of schedule at 9.55 am and as we walked down the first fairway the rain came but thankfully only lasted about 10 minutes and there was no interruption to play. There was a fair bit of wind around which was making things a bit tricky but I have to say this terrific golf course was in magnificent condition with lush fairways and perfectly manicured greens.
Our pace was quite steady and initially we had no-one in front of us but we did catch up to the groups in front on the second nine which slowed us down somewhat and our full round was completed in four hours & twenty five minutes. It had been another enjoyable round of golf with very good company.
The outstanding score of the day was carded by “Big” Bill Steinman who had 39 points and was easily the winner in Division A, with Gerd Reidler coming second on 35 points. A count back was required as there were 3 golfers on 34 points which resulted in third place being awarded to Phil Taylor (21 point back nine) with your writer, Peter “Blacky” Blackburn (19 point back nine) finishing in fourth spot and Walter Baechli (16 point back nine) just missing out.
Division B was won by Patrick Poussier who had a fine 37 points, with Nolan “Notso” Wise finishing second on 36. Another count back was needed as there were 2 players with 34 points and it was Dick “Reverend” Braimbridge (21 point back nine) who finished third from Frank “Woody” Donnelly (18 point back nine) in fourth place.
The Growling Swan NAGA Award for the worst score on the day was won by Adrian Schmidt.
Division A (0-17)
1st Bill Steinman (9) 39pts
2nd Gerd Riedler (7) 35pts
3rd Phil Taylor (16) 34pts
4th Peter Blackburn (12) 34pts
Division B (18+)
1st Patrick Poussier (23) 37pts
2nd Nolan Wise (36) 36pts
3rd Dick Braimbridge (35) 34pts
4th Frank Donnelly (24) 34pts
Near Pins: B3 – Dennis Steele, B7 – Mike Gosden, C2 – Ebrahim, C7 – Peter Bye
Long Putts: B9 – Rocky Lawson, C9 – Alain Taddei
Thursday, June 19, Bangpakong – Stableford
It was once more time for our “mini road trip” to Bangpakong Riverside Country Club and we had 17 golfers on the starting sheet who were keen and certainly not fazed by the extra few minutes drive. Our journey took just over an hour and when we arrived the course was reasonably busy with a few Bangkok golfers having a hit.
Our first group, which was a four-ball, got away 5 minutes ahead of schedule and with a Thai five-ball a couple of holes ahead of us we proceeded at a steady pace. After recently receiving reports that the course was “not good” I must say that these reports were exaggerated although there were two temporary greens and the other greens were in the late stages of being cored & sanded, which made them slow but the rest of the course was in great shape and posed no problems.
The weather was great as a nice breeze was present to cool things down and at the start of the second nine we caught up to the group ahead, which brought our good run to an end after a two hour front nine. We took a good drinks break after the 11th green to let the five-ball get away but soon caught up with them again and we finished the round in four hours & twenty minutes after enjoying the course and the good company.
There were 2 golfers on 38 points in A Division which meant a count back was needed and the result was that Rocky Lawson (22 point back nine) was declared the winner from Bob Akapita (20 point back nine) in second spot and Alain “Inspector Clouseau” Taddei finished third with 35 points.
There was an absolute bolter at the top of B Division with veteran Ken Hole having the round of his life in scoring a massive 49 points and of course was the winner. Sandy Leiper came second 12 shots further back and third place went to Nolan Wise with 35 points.
The Growling Swan NAGA Award was won by the visiting Peter McDonald (after commenting that he had not yet won anything on this trip) and he accepted the award like the good sport that he is.
Division A (0-18)
1st Rocky Lawson (17) 38pts
2nd Bob Akapita (18) 38pts
3rd Alain Taddei (15) 35pts
Division B (19+)
1st Ken Hole (20) 49pts
2nd Sandy Leiper (34) 37pts
3rd Nolan Wise (36) 35pts
Near Pins: 4th – Geri Crilly, 13th – Bob Akapita
Long Putts: 9th – Alain Taddei, 18th – Ken Hole
Note: Growling Swan Golf welcomes golfers of any persuasion – low & high handicappers alike, female golfers and beginners. We generally play Mondays & Thursdays, meeting at The Growling Swan in Soi Chaiyapoon at 8.00 am with transport departing at 8.30 am. For bookings or more information please contact Peter on 0806 351 386 or email to petermalcolmblackburn @gmail.com.
We also play bowls out of the Growling Swan every Wednesday and Sunday. Sunday is Lawn Bowls and Wednesday is Indoor Bowls. All are welcome and for anyone that is interested the transport leaves The Growling Swan at 10.00am on each of those mornings. For more information please contact Paul Rennison on 0843 454 005.

Bless flies into first

Jomtien Golf with the IPGC

Tony Bless and Paul Hartley.

Monday, June 16,
Pattana – Stableford
Upon arrival we were told the A course was now shut for two months of green renovations so we were allocated the B and C nines.
The cut today was 5-21 in division 1, and playing off 7 Mika Viljakainen shot 38 points to win the top flight ahead of Chris Voller in second with 30.
In division 2 Roar Berger, playing off 30, came in with 37 points to head the field and Peter Grant took second with 33.
Near pins went to Sid Ottaway and Roar Berger but nobody managed to record a ‘2’.
Wednesday, June 18,
Treasure Hill - Stableford
This was our first visit here for quite some time and we found the tee boxes to be in immaculate condition and the rest of the course also measuring up well.

Frank Kelly.
The best score of the day was returned from the Chinese Airlines captain Tony Bless to win division 1 (0-19) with 37 points. Paul Hartley claimed second spot on 30 and always in the reckoning Chris Voller was third with 28.
Thirty five points was the winning score in division 2 for Rod Howett while Pepo Frick rolled in second on 30 and in third place with 26 was Bryan Priestley.
Rod Howett was the only near pin winner of the day and Tony Bless picked up four rollovers in division 1 ‘2’s pot while Paul Hartley also recorded a birdie on the 17th for the only winner in division 2.
We said bon voyage to David Taylor today, going back to the UK before returning here in mid October.
Friday, June 20,
Eastern Star - Stableford
It was a very busy course here today with quite a few groups in front of our regular allocated tee time and two societies also teeing off just after us. We had six groups out today with the cut set at 10-17 and 18+.
Still in form, Tony Bless won Division 1 with 40 points ahead of Frank Kelly in second four points behind and Eiichi Matsumoto beat Terry Madsen 19/18 on the back nine for third as they both came in with 34 points each.
Bryan Priestley topped division 2 with 34 points and Andy Baber beat Ray Gott on a 17/16 back-nine count back for second after they both came in with 32 points.
Near pin prizes were won by Tony Bless (2), Arthur Hancock, Bryan Rought and Frank Kelly.
There were no ‘2’s recorded so all to play for on June 27 in the 1-2-3 stableford event here.

Cooney conquers the Mountain

PSC golf Bunker Boys @ The Ranch

Gerry Cooney (left) gets a winner’s hug from the “Boss”.

Monday, June 16, Mt. Shadow - Stableford
The weather looked distinctly unpromising as we headed up the 7 motorway, and when we reached the turnoff at Khaow Keow it appeared that heavy rain was falling on the hills. There were still heavy clouds around as teed off on schedule but the overcast skies and fresh breeze meant the temperature was as cool as we’ve experienced recently.
There were other golfers a couple of holes ahead of our leading group, but the pace of play was good and there were no hold-ups until we reached the 16th green, and even then it was only a couple of minutes.
Gerry Cooney is something of a specialist here having won two previous annual championships on this course, and once again he produced the best score of the day carding 38 points. Gerry’s round included an impressive eagle on the par five 11th hole where a driver and a three-wood left him with a straightforward 8-foot putt – easy game!
Mashi Kaneta finished one point behind Gerry to take second place and there was a four-way tie on 32 points with Tony Robbins once again winning the count back to take third.
Not a single drop of rain fell throughout the round, so all in all it was an excellent day’s golf on a challenging course which was in generally in good condition apart from a couple of bunkers which hadn’t seen a rake in months. Steve Durey had the misfortune to land in one of those with his ball ending deep into a dog’s footprint, but the shot was made even more daunting by the presence of a snake, which Mashi eventually managed to encourage to move away!
Only three near pins were claimed, by Paul Corner, Sean Murphy and Steve Durey.
It’s good to be able to report that the renovation work in the changing rooms is nearly completed, so the after game shower was much more pleasurable than before.
1st Gerry Cooney (13) 38pts
2nd Mashi Kaneta (14) 37pts
3rd Tony Robbins (13) 32pts
Wednesday, June 18, Burapha A & D – Stableford
Our last half dozen games have been played on courses which were virtually empty, but it was no real surprise when we arrived at Burapha to find the course was busy. The Sports Day rate attracts many local golfers to play this championship course during the low season, and the combined rate of 1,650 Baht (green fee, caddy, and compulsory buggy) is a bargain, especially for those golfers who normally use a buggy.
The C course is currently closed for renovations so we elected to play the A and D courses, which present a tough challenge from the blue tees. We teed off slightly before our scheduled time and the pace of play was reasonable until we reached the par three 6th hole on the A course when there were suddenly two groups waiting on the tee. Fortunately the back nine was quieter and the round was completed in good time.
Once again the skies were overcast making the conditions relatively cool, and although the greens aren’t currently in their normally excellent condition, it was still a great day’s golf.
The scores on the day reflected the difficulty of the course, and it was Geoff Parker who rediscovered some semblance of form after a recent slump, taking the winner’s spot one point clear of a three-way way tie on 31 points. Paul Corner won the count back (17 points on the back nine), with Colin Greig taking third place ahead of the unlucky Barry Murnin who had the misfortune to put his drive O.B. on the 18th hole, putting him out of the prizes.
Only three near pins were claimed, by Sean Murphy (2) and Colin Greig.
1st Geoff Parker (14) 32pts
2nd Paul Corner (13) 31pts
3rd Colin Greig (7) 31pts
Friday, June 20, Eastern Star – Stableford
We had a better than expected turnout of golfers for our visit to the Eastern Star course, which is not everyone’s favourite since the greens are always problematic (slow) and any wayward shots are often severely punished.
The game was made even more difficult today with the majority of fairways having been treated with weed-killer, which has left large areas of bare earth, producing some horrible lies and punishing what would normally be good tee shots.
The weather was bright and sunny bringing the temperature back up after our previous couple of rounds which had been played in much cooler conditions.
The round progressed at a reasonable pace throughout, but once again the numerous hazards and O.B.’s took their toll and only Sean Murphy managed to play to his handicap to take first place, four points clear of Gerry Cooney in second. Sean’s day was almost made complete when he narrowly missed scoring ace on the par three 17th hole, but managed to miss the birdie putt from less than two feet in what was clearly a case of handicap protection!
The remaining scores were disappointing and the wooden spoon was closely contested between two regular golfers who both had nightmare days (and shall remain nameless to save their embarrassment) finishing on 15 and 16 points respectively!
For the third game in succession only three near pins were claimed, this time by Sean Murphy, Geoff Parker and Paul Carey
1st Sean Murphy (16) 36pts
2nd Gerry Cooney (13) 32pts
3rd Geoff Parker (14) 29pts
Note: The Bunker Boys are a PSC affiliated golf society who play out of The Ranch bar on Pattaya 3rd Road (in front of the fire station, and almost opposite the Buffalo Bar). We play on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, so if you enjoy a fun day out, and a friendly but competitive golf competition why not come and join us. We meet at The Ranch at 9 a.m. and new players are always welcome.
Contact “Buff” on 086 046 5091 or 080 605 5663 for all enquiries or got to website: www.bunkersociety.com.

Bramley bests the field at Navy

Travellers Rest Golf Group

Mod Chaviraksa, winner
at St Andrews, with her pet dog.

Andy Rich
June through to September is supposed to be the Low Season for tourists visiting Thailand, and in previous years the average turnout on any golf day has struggled to reach double figures. This year is proving to be an exception however and last week the numbers turning up to play were been nothing short of amazing, especially as tuning into the World Cup is keeping them up half the night.
Monday, June 16, Plutaluang - Stableford
Today was lottery day and a case of ‘déjà vu’ for the TRGG as for the second Monday running they headed off to play the Navy Course at Plutaluang (North and West courses).

Jim Cooper, winner at Pattana.

Two divisions were required because of the increased numbers and in Division 1 it was the usual suspects heading the field. Neil Bramley is proving very difficult to shift from the No.1 slot on most days and so it proved once again, with him shooting the best score of the day over the two divisions. Another top player, Daryl Ottaway, came second and Thomas Nilsson slotted into third place.
As I said it was lottery day and some of my so called friends have told me more than once that I have more chance of winning the lottery than winning a golf competition. Guess what? I didn’t win the lottery but I did win the golf. The old Scotty Cameron was on fire and I hardly missed a putt all day. It was also good to get the better of two Aussies, Bob Cannon and Derek Thorogood, although they gave me a good run for my money.
Div.1 (0-13)
1st Neil Bramley (9) 38pts
2nd Daryl Ottaway (5) 36pts
3rd Thomas Nilsson (11) 35pts
Div.2 (14+)
1st Andy Rich (21) 35pts
2nd Bob Cannon (18) 34pts
3rd Derek Thorogood (17) 33pts
Wednesday, June 18, St. Andrews - Stableford
On Wednesday it was off to St Andrews, the Thai version that is, not the Scottish one, and it was a Thai and a lady to boot who showed all the boys her tail to lead them to the winning post. The newly built Mod Chaviraksa (she doesn’t actually have a tail by the way) jetted into first place, leaving Noel Pittard, in second and Jon Dean in third to pick up the lesser prizes.
1st Mod Chaviraksa (12) 35pts
2nd Noel Pittard (8) 33pts
3rd Jon Dean (10) 32pts
Friday, June 20, Pattana -
Stableford
The TRGG rounded off a good week with a trip to Pattana. Scotsman Jim Cooper, the Aberdonian with a voice straight out of the Glasgow Gorbels (it certainly frightens me), was first past the winning post. Derek Thorogood had another good day to finish in second place and Jim Ray took third spot.
1st Jim Cooper (14) 35pts
2nd Derek Thorogood (17) 34pts
3rd Jim Ray (21) 32pts
Good luck to all you golfers for the coming week and if you would like to play a round of golf with the TRGG, please phone Fergus Brennan on 086 056 7019 or pop into the Ned Kelly Bar in Soi Lengkee and add your name to the weekly lists which are posted on the notice board.

Nixon sets the mark at Burapha

PSC golf from The Outback Golf Bar

The lovely Nuan divides Friday’s winning teams of Martin & Muzza (left) and Sugar & Dennis.

Monday, June 16, Burapha - Stableford
We were expecting a better than average field for this low season at Burapha today of 25 players having arranged to meet our four guests from Melbourne on the tee at about 9 a.m. However, the starter had other ideas and sent them out on the C & D loops, where they were the only players on the course, leaving our comp on A & B from the blues with 21.
There was a strong wind blowing which kept both the temperature and, with one exception, the scores low. The exception was Peter Nixon who won the top division with an outstanding 38pts from Andre Coetzee (32) and Mark Kembrey third on c/b with 31.
31pts was the winning score in the second division from Bob Lindborg, with Barry McIntosh in second, beating Tim Knight on c/b, both on 29pts.
The only ‘2’ on the day was by Peter Nixon.
Div A (0-17)
1st Peter Nixon (11) 38pts
2nd Andre Coetzee (08) 32pts
3rd Mark Kembrey (17) 31pts
Div B (18+)
1st Bob Lindborg (20) 31pts
2nd Barry McIntosh (19) 29pts
3rd Tim Knight (27) 29pts
Tuesday, June 17, Laem Chabang - Stableford
In order to avoid the confusion of Monday at Burapha, we sent our own minivan to Pattaya to collect the Melbourne visitors, Martin, David, Mark & Simon – and welcome to you guys. Unfortunately, Simon couldn’t make it as he was crook but the other three made up the field of 10 playing the beautiful Laem Chabang A and B course on a fine hot day.
Tony Garnett excelled on his home course to win with a fine score of 37pts, from Andree Coetzee (35) who had to be content again with second place following his surprise second at Burapha. Third went to Mark Middleton with 30pts on c/b from Rusty, and Mark also had the day’s only ‘2’.
1st Tony Garnett (13) 37pts
2nd Andre Coetzee (08) 35pts
3rd Mark Middleton (13) 30pts
Wednesday, June 18, Bangpra - Stableford
Once again the same story everywhere, millionaire’s golf with very few other players on the course, although it did get a little busier as we were finishing our round. 13 players today, with the three 3-balls shooting round in double quick time; the course was in excellent condition and the greens were the fastest they’ve been of late.
Andre Coetzee at last went one better to secure first place with 35pts, booming out some of his drives somewhere near 300 yards. Barry McIntosh, playing in the same group, said jokingly, “I’m not playing with Andre again. I thought I could play golf until I played with him; it took me nearly two shots to catch up with him!”
Second place went to another of our visitors, Russ Rylance, who was having his last game with us before returning to Aus on Thursday and Tim’s interesting 32pts, with 5 wipes and eight 3-pointers surprisingly put him in third.
There was just one ‘2’ from Tom Byrne.
1st Andre Coetzee (08) 35pts
2nd Russ Rylance (15) 33pts
3rd Tim Knight (26) 32pts
Friday, June 20, Green Valley - Stableford
Today we had a playing field of 35, which was very good considering that we had a few regulars playing with the PSC at Pleasant Valley.
This was the first in a series of our new better-ball events which will take place near the middle of each month on Mondays at Burapha and Fridays at Green Valley, alternating on a monthly basis. During the low season we have an arrangement with both courses which allows the caddies to play with us, in most cases with their regular golfer, for a discounted fee and today was the first of its kind; although we have done similar events in the past, pioneered mainly by Bob Lindborg and previously also at Pattaya Country Club.
We had seven caddies playing with us today plus two other special invitees and I am sorry to say that I forgot to take a picture of the girls as they looked absolutely stunning and were very pleased to be playing and not caddying for their regular players. It was a lot of fun out there and the course was once again in good condition with the greens reading nine on the stimp meter, which is slightly faster than normal.
With the odd number of players, there was a blind draw to make up the final three teams, resulting in a competitive field of 20 teams, which was a really encouraging turnout, so well done to everybody and especially to the Outbackers who put their hand in their pocket to make it possible. Well done guys!
The top two winning teams came from the same four-ball, all regulars if not members at Green Valley. Murray Hart & Martin Kingswood, both of whom were having their first game for some time having literally just returned from overseas, edged out Dennis Pelly & The Sugarman on count back – both teams with 45pts.
Gerry Roche, although playing with his caddie Saeng and scoring 43pts for sixth place, was drawn also with Nuan Keddie, a PSC member and over here on holiday. They ended up also with 45pts to take third. The last two podium places went to Barry McIntosh & David Davies (43) and Tim Knight & his caddie Paew, also on 43. There were three other teams on 43pts, so congrats to all of them.
The next time we do this Better Ball event will be at Burapha on Monday 21st July.
There were four ‘2’s from Peter Nixon (5th) and John Lawton, Sugar Ray & Dennis Pelly all on the 8th.
1st Murray Hart & Martin Kingswood (25) 45pts
2nd Dennis Pelly & Sugar Ray Handford (24) 45pts
3rd Gerry Roche & Nuan Keddie (21) 45pts
4th Barry McIntosh & David Davies (23) 43pts
5th Tim Knight & Paew (22) 43pts
Note: The Outback Golf Bar is situated about 6km from Sukhumvit Road along Soi Siam Country. Call Jack on 081 578 1956.

Crumpton Oaks Cider Monday Pool League

Results & Standings June 16 (week 14)

Division 1
Team	P	W	L	+/-	BP	Pts.
Shoot Pool	12	10	2	46	1	31
Legends Pool	13	10	3	29	1	31
The Butchers Arms	12	9	3	25	2	29
Links Bar	13	7	6	5	2	23
Pook’s Bar	13	7	6	-7	0	21
Nicky’s Bar	12	6	6	-7	1	19
Shoot Pool ‘B’	13	6	7	-22	0	18
Sweethearts Bar	12	5	7	-17	1	16
Offshore Bar	14	4	10	-31	1	13
Acorn Pub	14	0	14	-21	2	2
Results:  Acorn Pub A-W Pook’s Bar, Links Bar 10 v 8 Nicky’s Bar, Offshore Bar 2 v 10 Legends Pool, Sweethearts Bar 9 v 10 Shoot Pool, The Butchers Arms P-P Shoot Pool ‘B’
Division 2
Team	P	W	L	+/-	BP	Pts.
Rest Stop	14	12	2	47	0	36
The Caddyshack	13	11	2	47	1	34
Cheers Bar	14	11	3	31	1	34
The Ranch	12	9	3	-9	0	27
ANZAC Sports Bar	15	8	7	2	2	26
Classroom	15	7	8	-20	1	22
Dean’s Bar	14	6	8	-14	1	19
i-Rovers	13	3	10	-43	1	10
Buffalo Jacks	15	3	12	-41	0	9
Team Pulled Out	15	0	15	0	0	0
Results:  ANZAC Sports Bar 10 v 5 i-Rovers, Cheers Bar 7 v 10 Dean’s Bar, Classroom 10 v 5 Buffalo Jacks, The Caddyshack 4 v 10 Rest Stop, The Ranch H-W Team Pulled Out

 

Friday Night Pool League

Results & Standings June 20 (week 16)

Premier Division
Team	P	W	L	+/-	BP	Pts
Shoot Pool	15	10	1	4	42	31
EasyR-Con Bar	10	10	0	0	32	30
The Rest Stop	15	8	0	7	-20	24
The Butchers Arms	11	6	2	3	24	20
Links Bar	12	6	1	5	-16	19
Legends Pool	14	5	3	6	-34	18
Sweethearts Bar	11	3	1	7	-28	10
The Booze Lounge	16	0	0	16	0	0
Results:  Legends Pool 12 v 8 Shoot Pool, The Booze Lounge A-W Links Bar, The Rest Stop 9 v 11 Easy R-Con Bar
Division 1
Team	P	W	L	+/-	BP	Pts
Smile Bar	14	11	3	46	1	34
Tie’s R Us	11	8	3	17	1	25
Legends Pool ‘A’	12	7	5	16	1	22
Pook’s Bar	13	6	7	3	3	21
Offshore Bar	13	6	7	5	2	20
Shoot Pool ‘A’	13	6	7	-10	1	19
Dean’s Bar	12	6	6	-9	0	18
Old Thai Angle	13	5	8	-12	3	18
Crazy Eddie’s	13	4	9	-32	1	13
Mai’s Bar	10	3	7	-24	0	9
Results:  Mai’s Bar 10 v 8 Dean’s Bar, Offshore Bar 10 v 8 Legends Pool ‘A’, Old Thai Angle 6 v 10 Smile Bar, Pook’s Bar 10 v 4 Shoot Pool ‘A’
Division 2
Team	P	W	L	+/-	BP	Pts
Legends Pool ‘B’	13	12	1	62	0	36
FCUK Inn	13	10	3	45	1	31
i-Rovers	13	10	3	40	1	31
Buffalo Jacks	13	6	7	-2	0	18
The Ranch	12	6	6	-2	0	18
Connections	12	5	7	-18	0	15
ANZAC Bar	13	4	9	-20	1	13
Classroom	12	3	9	-32	1	10
Bobby Too	10	3	7	-31	0	9
The Queen Vic	9	1	8	-42	0	3
Results:  Buffalo Jacks 7 v 10 The Ranch, Classroom 10 v 5 Legends Pool ‘B’, Connections 5 v 10 FCUK Inn, I-Rovers 10 v 7 ANZAC Bar

Pattaya 8-Ball Monday Pool League

Results & Standings June 16 (week 16)

Team	Played	Won	Lost	For	Agst	Diff.	Pts.
Phimai Geordie	16	15	1	166	74	92	46
Smile Bar	15	14	1	151	74	77	43
San Snack Bar	16	12	4	156	79	77	40
Crazy Eddie’s	16	9	7	118	122	-4	34
Ta Bar	16	9	7	105	135	-30	34
Funny Girls 4	14	8	6	103	102	1	29
Pom Bar	16	6	10	106	134	-28	28
Connections	15	5	10	98	127	-29	25
Parrot Inn	16	4	12	92	148	-56	24
Asian Nomads	15	4	11	107	118	-11	23
Doggy Style	16	3	13	101	139	-38	22
Mates Bar	13	3	10	72	123	-51	19
Results:  Funny Girls 8 v 7 Parrot Inn, Mates Bar 8 v 7 Doggy Style, Asian Nomads 7 v 8 Pom Bar, Phimai Geordie 7 v 8 Ta Bar, Connections 7 v 8 Smile Bar, Crazy Eddie’s 4 v 11 San Snack Bar

Oscars Sports Bar Friday Darts League

Results & Standings June 20 (week 5)

Team	P	W	L	F	A	B/L	Pts.
Jantha Coffee	5	4	1	33	18	4	8
Londoner	5	4	1	33	17	3	8
Yates’ Bar	5	4	1	32	16	3	8
Palmer’s Bar	5	3	2	21	18	2	6
Nervous Wreck	4	2	2	21	14	3	4
i-Rovers	4	2	2	16	21	3	4
Buffalo Jack’s	4	2	2	20	17	2	4
Scandalic	5	2	3	13	26	2	4
The Clinic	5	2	3	20	24	2	4
Cheers Bar	4	1	3	12	26	1	2
Captain Morgan’s	5	1	4	19	30	2	2
W. Tankies	5	1	4	14	27	1	2
Results:  Captain Morgan’s (5-0)-(4-1) v Nervous Wreck, Londoner (9-1)-(0-0) v Cheers Bar, Scandalic (3-0)-(7-1) v Jantha Coffee, The Clinic (5-0)-(4-1) v Buffalo Jack’s, W. Tankies (2-0)-(5-1) v i-Rovers, Yates’ Bar (5-1)-(4-1) v Palmer’s Bar

Oscar’s Sports Bar Wednesday Darts League

Results & Standings June 18 (week 8)

Team	P	W	L	Bonus	Diff.	Pts.
Legends Sports Bar	8	8	0	57	15	16
Buffalo Jack’s	8	7	1	54	18	14
Oscar’s MC Sports Bar	8	7	1	50	22	14
i-Rovers ‘A’	8	4	4	42	30	8
W. Tankies	8	4	4	37	35	8
The Clinic	8	3	5	21	51	6
Jantha Coffee	8	2	6	25	47	4
i-Rovers ‘B’	8	2	6	25	47	4
Mai’s Bar	8	2	6	24	48	4
Yates’ Bar	8	1	7	25	47	2
Results:  Buffalo Jack’s (9-1)-(0-0) v Jantha Coffee, Mai’s Bar (1-0)-(8-1) v Legends Sports Bar, The Clinic (0-0)-(9-1) v Oscar’s MC Sports Bar, W. Tankies (7-0)-(2-1) v i-Rovers ‘B’, i-Rovers ‘A’ (8-1)-(1-0) v Yates’ Bar

Legends Wednesday 9-Ball Pool League

Results & Standings June 18 (week 2)

Team	P	W	D	L	+/-	Pts.
George & Dragon	2	2	0	0	10	6
Pook’s Bar	2	1	1	0	6	4
Easy R-con Bar	1	1	0	0	14	3
Links Bar	1	1	0	0	6	3
Crazy Eddie’s	2	1	0	1	4	3
Mates Bar	2	1	0	1	-6	3
Legends Pool	1	0	1	0	0	1
Classroom	2	0	1	1	-6	1
The Ranch	2	0	1	1	-6	1
FCUK Inn	1	0	0	1	-2	0
Queen Vic	1	0	0	1	-6	0
Connections	1	0	0	1	-14	0
Results:  Crazy Eddie’s 13 v 7 Classroom, Legends Pool P-P Links Bar, Mates Bar 6 v 14 George & Dragon, Queen Vic P-P Easy R-con Bar, The Ranch 7 v 13 Pook’s Bar

Pattaya Sports Club Bowling League

200 Bowlers: Tue, Tao, Ooy & Kran.

Kran Nielsen had a 568 series with games of 209 and 211 to lead her Café Kronborg team to a three point win over first place Indiana.
Second place VFW Post 9876 took three points from Brother D with David Shaw leading VFW with a 522 series.
Tue Pettae bowled a 568 series which included games of 203 and 204 to help third place Canada to a two-two tie against Bavaria. Ooy Pluemkamon bowled a 529 series and 212 game for Bavaria.
Tao had a fantastic 631 series with games of 194, 225 and 212 to lead Green Tree to a four point win over Balloon. Mai bowling as a Pacer had a 523 series. Green Tree moved up from eighth to sixth place.

Results & Standings June 20 (week 11)
Pos.	Team	Score	Standings
1	Indiana	1 – 3	31.5 – 12.5
2	VFW Post 9876	3-1	27 - 17
3	Canada	2-2	25 - 19
4	Balloon	0 - 4	20 - 24
5	Brother D	1-3	19 - 25
6	Green Tree	4 – 0	18.5 – 25.5
7	Café Kronborg	3 – 1	17.5 – 26.5
8	Bavaria	2 – 2	17.5 – 26.5

Darkside Thursday Darts League

Standings June 19 (week 10)

Team	P	W	L	F	A	T/G	Pts.
Chill Bar	9	9	0	65	12	9	18
Load Out	10	7	3	45	41	7	14
Moonies	9	6	3	50	27	7	12
Oscar’s Sports Bar	10	6	4	49	37	4	12
PJ’s Bar	10	4	6	46	40	5	8
CS Coffee	10	3	7	32	54	4	6
Double Top Bar	10	3	7	29	57	4	6
Moonie Blues	10	1	9	7	55	1	2
Results:  CS Coffee (1-0)-(8-1) v PJ’s Bar, Load Out (6-0)-(3-1) v Oscar’s Sports Bar, Moonie Blues (2-0)-(7-1) v Double Top Bar

i-Rovers Thursday Darts League

Standings June 19 (week 10)

Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	Pts.
The Swan	10	9	0	1	62	40	18
Londoner	10	8	1	1	70	41	17
Crazy Eddie’s	10	7	0	3	58	50	14
Rising Sun	10	6	1	3	48	35	13
i-Rovers ‘A’	10	5	1	4	45	42	11
i-Rovers ‘Casuals’	10	5	0	5	45	52	10
2 Dogs Bar	9	3	0	6	35	47	6
Nervous Wreck	9	1	1	7	38	49	3
The Clinic	10	1	1	8	39	54	3
W. Tankies	10	1	1	8	28	58	3
Results:  Crazy Eddie’s 5 v 4 The Clinic, Londoner 9 v 3 2 Dogs Bar, The Swan 6 v 4 i-Rovers ‘Casuals’, W. Tankies 1 v 5 Rising Sun, i-Rovers ‘A’ 4 v 2 Nervous Wreck

Crumpton Cider Tuesday Darts League

Results & Standings June 17 (week 26)

Team	P	W	L	B/legs	Pts.
Londoner	26	23	3	19	46
Yates Bar	26	18	8	17	36
i-Rovers	26	18	8	18	36
Crazy Eddies	26	17	9	15	34
Mee Chew Sports Bar	26	16	10	14	32
Nervous Wreck	26	14	12	15	28
Buffalo Jack’s	26	13	13	11	26
Legends Sports Bar	26	13	13	16	26
Jantha Coffee House	26	12	14	13	24
Mai’s Bar	26	11	15	11	22
Shoot Pool A	26	10	16	13	20
Scandalic	26	9	17	7	18
Bye	26	5	21	7	10
W. Tankies	26	3	23	7	6
Results:  i-Rovers (6-1)-(3-0) v Mai’s Bar, Legends Pool & Sports Bar (4-1)-(5-0) v Shoot Pool A, W. Tankies (3-0)-(6-1) v Jantha Coffee House

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Standings June 16 (week 26)

Team	P	W	L	F	A	B/L	Pts.
Jantha Coffee	26	20	6	153	81	17	40
Load Out	25	19	6	145	80	18	38
Legends	25	18	7	151	73	17	36
i-Rovers ‘A’	26	17	9	151	82	20	34
Double Top	26	10	16	103	130	11	20
W. Tankies	25	9	16	105	120	8	18
i-Rovers ‘B’	25	3	22	54	170	4	6
Bye	14	0	14	0	126	0	0
Results:  Bye (0-0)-(9-1) v i-Rovers ‘B’, Double Top (4-0)-(5-1) v Legends, W. Tankies (2-0)-(7-1) v Jantha Coffee, i-Rovers ‘A’ (4-0)-(5-1) v Load Out

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Bless flies into first

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Friday Night Pool League

Pattaya 8-Ball Monday Pool League

Oscars Sports Bar Friday Darts League

Oscar’s Sports Bar Wednesday Darts League

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Pattaya Sports Club Bowling League

Darkside Thursday Darts League

i-Rovers Thursday Darts League

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