Purley Downs Golf Club - 20th September 2024
Nine teams gathered in the clubhouse at 11.00am for coffee, bacon butties and the chance to catch up with old friends, check their order for tee-off and discover the format for the competition. The PAC Claret Jug, polished the night before, sat proudly on the first Tee-Box to tantalize and inspire each team.
The course was challenging, hilly and long but the greens ran true and fast. Teams crossed paths frequently, and there was universal agreement that it was lovely seeing people you know in front, behind and in the team beside you. Of course, it’s competitive but with a genuine Corinthian spirit and ribaldry that makes these PAC Golf Days a truly special calendar item. The fairways and greens were in excellent condition despite the previous week’s rain. There were stalwarts aplenty taking part along with returning teams and some new faces joining the fray.
Regardless of levels, handicaps and seasoned club players, everyone was smiling and clearly enjoying their golf and the community spirit that flows across this event. As teams completed the 18th, they gradually filled the balcony at the clubhouse overlooking the grounds. As the final groups, sliced, searched and chipped, the preparations for dinner in the clubhouse were underway with the raffle and auction prizes groaning on the table.