DICKS SPORTING GOODS OPEN @ BIG OAKS
Tupelo, MS – A slight drizzle came down on the players all day long at the Big Oaks G.C. in Tupelo, MS. The rain didn’t seem to affect the players ability to score, as low scores were found in every flight. Big Oaks is in excellent shape, and Buford Easter and the entire staff did a great job for the tournament. The tour and all the players really appreciate the fine service from the staff.
Champ Flight - Ed McDugle and Chad Cupples both carded 73, with Chad winning the trophy on the first hole of the playoff. Bennett Secrest grabbed 3rd with a 77.
A’ Flight – Mike Fowler shoots 75 for the win. Frank Cupples, Glenn Partrick, and Ken Bittles shoot 78’s, with Frank winning second and Glenn 3rd on scorecard playoff.
B’ Flight – Stan Platt’s scorching 74 wins the title for B’ flight! Great score Stan! Rick Kidder shoots 76 for second. Jeff Donovan’s 77 was good for third place.
C’ Flight – Dennis Sensing wins the trophy with an 84 with guest James Harrelson taking second with an 87. Shawn Yosten’s 91 takes 3rd.
D’ Flight – John Conlee wins for the first time on tour with an impressive 88. Congrats to you John! Five players shoot 92 to tie for second, with Lee Harris coming out in 2nd, and John Bennett 3rd after a scorecard playoff.
Champ & A’ closest to pin #2 – Bennett Secrest
B’ & C’ closest to pin #5 – Dennis Sensing
D’ closest to pin #15 – John Bennett
Longest Drive #8 – Chad Cupples
Our next tournament is at the world class Mirimichi Golf Coursein Millington, TN on September 8th. Tournament is open to anyone with a verifiable USGA handicap. All players that are not members must register online for the tournament. Tee times start at 10:30. If you have never played Mirimichi, you don’t want to miss this tournament at a world class venue.
Thanks to all the players for coming out in less than perfect conditions to play on the Memphis Golfweek Amateur Tour, and thanks again to the Big Oaks staff for their fine service. See you at Mirimichi!!