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G.O.A. GOLF OPEN
Held at Witney Lakes Resort on 10th July 2005
Organised by
Menino Mascarenhas & Jacinto D’Silva
On behalf of G.O.A. UK
G.O. A. UK , GOLF OPEN 2005 - GOLF TOURNAMENT
On a bright sunny morning on 10th July 2005 in a serene, idyllic and picturesque countryside, 54 golfers gathered to do battle, and for the first time a lady golfer participating. Their aim, to secure a place in GOA UK golfing history.
The third UK G.O.A. Golf Open got underway at Witney Lakes Resort near Oxford. The day started off in amazing unheard of Goan time keeping. About 80% of the players arrived at least half an hour before the registration time of 9:45 a.m. and caught the organisers on the hop. Golf does have a miraculous affect on time keeping. The ladies, Flora Mascarenhas, Marsha Mascarenhas and Lourdes D’Silva registered all the players’ current handicaps, issued score cards with 7/8th of their handicap, vouchers for coffee and bacon baps, and complimentary packs consisting of vanity bags, pens, water bottles and tees.
There were basically two categories of players, the serious golfer with a current handicap and the casual golfer who plays for fun. In order to provide a level playing field, the organisers cleverly organised the tournament into 3 Divisions. The first and second Division consisted of serious golfers with proper handicaps. Division I was for GOA members whilst Division II was for guests. Division III consisted of the casual golfers. Division 1 was further split into 2 equal groups, high and low handicappers.
The day started with a putting competition organised by Francis Dias. He made a tremendous effort to ensure that this competition went on before and after the main tournament. The proceeds from this competition together with his own generous contribution greatly assisted in keeping the costs down as well as enabled the organisers to provide outstanding prizes and give the players value for their money.
The first group at the tee got off on time at 10:30 a.m. with the last group out by about 1:00 p.m. Players teed off in groups of 3 and in relation to their playing category. At the half way point, the ladies with the assistance of Raymond D’Silva and others set up a gazebo. As the players reached this half way point they were served with fresh fruit and cold refreshing drinks which was very welcome on a hot summer’s day. Whilst the players were taking a break for refreshments, Marsha recorded the players’ strokes of the first nine holes on her computer which automatically computed the stableford points. These scores were then recorded on the scoreboard to show the progress of the players at the half way mark. Although the refreshments were free, the players showed their appreciation by being generous with their purchase of raffle tickets.
When the players completed their round they handed their scorecards to Gary Rodrigues who together with George Fernandes checked the scores, loaded the remaining scores on to the computer and updated the scoreboard. The organisers also checked the handicaps of winners in Division I and II by telephoning the players’ Club or Society. Appropriate disqualification had to be made in some case to ensure fair play. Whilst all this hectic administration was underway behind the scenes, the players either participated in the putting competition or relaxed with a pint or two of beer until it was time for dinner.
The golf trophies, the score board and raffle prizes were all displayed in the grand dining room. In order to move proceedings quickly the raffle draw commenced just as dinner was being served. The star prize, donated by Radisson Hotels’ Chairman, was a night’s stay for two, worth nearly £300, at any of the Raddison’s chain of hotels in central London. There were several other raffle prizes all of which were donated by Corporates or individuals. List of donors are shown below. As dinner was served, the evening buzzed with excitement and the usual golf banter
Dinner was followed by speeches. Flavio Gracias, the President of G.O.A. UK, thanked the organisers and helpers. He appreciated the hard work that went into making the occasion a success. He said that hopefully next year, when the GOA celebrates its Ruby anniversary, the Golf Tournament would play an important role in those celebrations. Lazarus Rato, GOA’s Sports Director also thanked the organizers. Menino, said a few words, thanked all the participants, helpers, particularly the ladies who devoted their day to this occasion, and the individual sponsors for their kind and generous donations.
Whilst coffee was served, Jacinto announced the winners of the various events. John Fernandes aged 13, the youngest player in the group and also the reigning champion of Middlesex County Golfers (under 13’s and under 14’s) won the overall Division I prize as well as the George Mistry Memorial silver floating trophy. He played of 7/8th of his 11 handicap and scored 38 points.
Prize , Gifts and Cash donors:
Aaron Colaco
Cedric D’Cruz
Conie Mascarenhas
Fenelon Fernandes
Francis Dias
Jacinto D’Silva
Lino Braganza
Lufthansa
Menino Mascarenhas
Olga Mistry
The Raddisson Hotel Group
The above article is produced in conjunction with the organisers. They wish to reiterate their thanks to all the helpers and donors of prizes in making this event a success. Such contributions help to keep the entrance cost down and encourage more players to take part. We also thank the GOA for subsidising the members’ entrance fee. Anyone wishing to promote this event for 2006 by giving dotations or prizes should contact Jacinto D’Silva (jac.dsilva@btconnect.com) or Menino Mascarenhas (Joe.Mascarenhas@jpmchase.com )
G.O. A. UK , GOLF OPEN 2005
10 July 2005
LIST OF WINNERS
Division 1- GOA Members Player Points Comments
Winner 1a 7/8 hc 0-14 John Fernandes 38
Runner- up 7/8 hc 0-14 Stan Colaco 36
Winner 1a 7/8 hc 15-18 Fidelis D'Mello 37
Runner- up 7/8 hc 15-18 Jacinto D'Silva 34 OCB
Division 2 - Guests Player Points Comments
Winner Max Fernandes 33 OCB
Runner up Hasmukh Patel 33
Third Bsharat Hussain 31
Fourth Stan Logan 30
Division 3 - Casual Player Points Comments
Winner Darryl D'Silva 42
Runner up Mahindra Mistry 38
Third Raj Sehra 37
Fourth Blaise Fernandes 33 OCB
Fifth Tilla Khan 33
Nearest Pin hole 6 Gwilym Almieda
Nearest Pin hole 8 Gem Nanayakarra
Nearest Pin hole 12 George Fernandes
Nearest Pin hole 15 Walter Kwok Ceded
Longest Drive hole 13 Cedric D'Cruz
Random Pairs
Bsharat Hussain & Darryl D'Silva
Putting Competition Tilla Khan Tie for first
Birjy Patel
First Nine Gary Rodrigues Ceded
OCB = On Count Back where there is a tie.
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The Ruby “Open” Golf Tournament held on 1st July 2006 was another successful event, with 60 budding golfers participating in a keenly fought tournament. Organisers Menino Mascarenhas and Jac D’Silva would like to thank all who took part in the competition and for the support received from the G.O.A. Board, Flavio & Bernie Gracias, Lourdes D'Silva, Flora Mascarenhas, Marsha Mascarenhas, Emmaline Fernandes, Gary Rodrigues, George Fernandes, Bobby Fernandes, Eusebio Fernandes, Hillary Fernandes and Francis Dias. It was delightful that Samantha and Jason Mistry were able to be there this year to make the presentation of the George Mistry Memorial Trophy to the worthy winner. A detailed report on the tournament and some of the photographs will be posted on this website soon.
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| Flavio Gracias & Fidelis D' Mello (Winner 2004) |
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| Mealtime 2004 |
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| First Woman Entrant 2005 |
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| Cedric D'Cruz - Winner 2003 |
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| 2005 Winners - Members |
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| 2005 Winners - Non-Members |
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| 2005 Presentation |
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| John Fernandes - Winner 2005 |
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| Flavio Gracias making a speech |
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GOA OPEN 2006
At Traditions Golf Club – Woking Surrey on 1st July 2006
Report from the Organisers
Another event in beautiful hot sunshine which proved to be a great success thanks to all the help and support we received. We had some good feed back on the day as well as by e-mail from players and we appreciate your compliments and constructive comments for future improvements.
The number of entrants exceeded our expectations by nearly ten players, but we must say it was hard work for the two of us to manage a large field, and our apologies to players whom we had to turn down and also those in Division 3 who had to sort themselves out in the later tee time due to some no shows. We will definitely address this problem for next year.
As you will see from the attached sheets there were quite a few low scores, this was due to some players only playing nine holes due to heat exhaustion!! and a few wanting to watch the World Cup football.
We thank the GOA board, Flavio and Bernie Gracias, Lourdes D’Silva, Flora Mascarenhas, Marsha Mascarenhas, Emmaline Fernandes, Gary Rodrigues, George Fernandes, Bobby Fernandes, Eusebio Fernandes, Hillary Fernandes & Francis Dias for the tremendous help they gave us in making this occasion a success. We also thank Agnelo, Thomas and John Fernnades for the excellent golf clinic they provided after the event. If you weren't there you missed some great professional demonstration and coaching tips.
Finally our thanks to those of you who donated and sponsored prizes for the tournament and raffle, namely:
Air Links Golf Club
Aaron Colaco
Clare D’Silva
Conie Mascarenhas
Felix Pereira
Francis Dias
GOA
Jacinto D’Silva
Jupitar Information Techonologies Ltd – (Amer Mohammed)
Lufthansa Air Lines – Flora Mascarenhas
Menino Mascarenhas
Mrs Olga Mistry
Owen Pires
Raddison Hotel (Jasminder Singh)
Romeo D’Cruz
This is a non profit competition and the GOA rely on your generosity by donating prizes either for the competition or towards the raffle and we welcome your continued support.
Report by
Menino Mascarenhas & Jacinto D’Silva
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For a report by Agnelo Fernandes, please click on link below.
