Saturday, December 12, 2009

December Golfnut News

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, see ya in the Spring


The 2009 season is over and we are looking forward to another great year in 2010. We saw a lot of rain this year but we managed outstanding turn outs every Sunday. We took another trip to Galena and survived the rain to complete another Hooters World Championship. We had some new members join us this year. Jeff Pulfer, Dan Sordelet, Dee Benway and Kevin Bama Andrews were regulars with the group. We will plan another Galena trip in May. Hope to see you all next year. Stay safe!

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

November 15th Golfnut News

Mickey was yankee hot like the weather on Sunday with 2 birdies
A beautiful November Sunday was enjoyed by Jeff, Dee and Mickey

Nine golfers teeed up this Sunday with perfect golf conditions. Pekin CC and Hooters runner up Jeff Pohl took advantage of the ideal condition. Mickey Winkler shot a 76 with birdies on 8 and 13. Other birdie shooters were Fred Girardini, Reno King, Jeff Pulfer and Tony King. We have 2 tee times for next Sunday starting at 9:30 am. Come on out and play. See ya soon.

Monday, October 19, 2009

Golf News October 25th


Steve shared medalist honors under ideal weather conditions

Seven golfers tee it up this Sunday under clear skies and no wind. It was a great day for golf. The greens are in great shape after being aerated two weeks ago. Steve McDowell birdied number 2 and Tony King birdied number 18. They both shot 82 for a share of medalist honors. Shot of the day was awarded to Barrack Obama just because he deserves it. We have 3 tee times for next Sunday starting at 9:30 and we have openings. Let me know if you want to play.

IN- Jeff Pulfer, Tony King, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Steve McDowell, Rick Kirkbride, Gary Toubeau

Sunday, October 11, 2009

Golfnut news October 18th

Just a thought about the forecast


Frigid temperatures cancelled golf for this Sunday. 36 degrees and frost made conditions unplayable and unbearable. I hope we get a few more rounds in this year. I want to thank everyone who played and helped get tee times. I am awarding everyone the Nobel Peace Prize. We will try again next Sunday. We have 3 tee times starting at 9:30 am and there are plenty of openings. Let me know if you want to play.
IN - Dee Benway, Bill Haas, Tony King

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Golfnut News October 11th

The newest golfnut member arrived on Sunday October 4th. Welcome Louie
The proud grandpa hold his grandson

12 golfers teed it up this Sunday. It turned out to be a beautiful day. Four golfnuts participated in the 1st annual East Peoria Lil Express golf outing at Quail Meadows. Billy King's grandson arrived at 6 pm on Sunday and gets the Shot of the Day. We will play next Sunday if the weather cooperates. We have 4 tee times starting at 9 am and plenty of openings. DWTS uber fans Tim McClintick and Benny Hayes return to action.
IN - Tony King, Benny Hayes, Tim McClintick, Dee Benway, Mickey Winkler, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Joe Wenzel
OUT- Steve McDowell, Gary Toubeau, Dan Kirwan

Sunday, September 27, 2009

October 4th Golfnut News

Fred returned to action again and played 18 holes
Dee played tough today for medalist honors

12 golfers teed it up at Donovan today. Dee Benway shot a 78 for medalist honors. Steve McDowell chipped in on #1 for a birdie to start his round and Tim McClintick chipped in on #13 for birdie. It was reported that Dave Tealbey birdied. Fred is back and finished 18 holes for the first time in a long time. Welcome back. Reno returned from a week in Las Vegas. We return to Kellogg next Sunday at 9 am with 3 tee times and there are no openings.
IN - Steve McDowell, EZ Bill, Fred Girardini, Joe Wenzel, Dee Benway, Bill Haas, Reno King, Gary Toubeau, Bill Leroy, Jerry Schraeder, Mickey Winkler, Dave Tealbey
OUT- Tim McClintick, Dan Kirwan, Benny Hayes, Kevin Andrews, Rick Kirkbride

Monday, September 21, 2009

Golfnut update September 27th

The field of 28 golfers teed it up in the 8th Annual Hooters World Championship
Bill Haas and Ryan Samp defended their title

The rain came and tried to wash away the 8th Annual Hooters Classic but we finished before the lightening and have a first time defending champions. EZ Bill and Jeff Pohl battled hard but came up one stroke short. Hooters was a gracious host to the group and a special thanks to Shannon, Amanda and Adam.
Ryan Samp/Bill Haas-66
Jeff Pohl/Bill King-67
Dave Tealbey/Kevin Andrews-71
Jerry Schraeder/Benny Hayes-71
Dan Kirwan/Bob Kooy-72
Rick Farnan/Dan Sordelet-72
Rick Kirkbride/Billy King-72
Dee Benway/John Floyd-72
Mickey Winkler/John Fleming-73
Tim McClintick/Greg Fletcher-73
Tony King/Steve King-74
Mike McIntire/Bill Leroy-74
Jim Clarahan/Gary Toubeau-74
Steve McDowell/Joe Wenzel-75
We move to Donovan this week. We have 3 tee times with a starting time of 9:15 am. We have 1 opening.
IN - Tony King, Tim McClintick, Rick Kirkbride, Billy King, Dee Benway, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Joe Wenzel, Reno King, Kevin Andrews, Steve McDowell
OUT- Gary Toubeau

Monday, September 14, 2009

Hooters World Championship Golf News

The 2008 Champs will try to defend their title on Sunday
Amanda took very good care of the golfnuts on Selection Sunday
13 golfers teed it up on Sunday. Tim McClintick was medalist with a 79. There were a few birides today by Dan Kirwan (9), Reno (6), Jeff Pulfer (7), Gary Toubeau (15) and Benny Hayes & Dee Benway birdied 13. The pairings for the 9th Annual Hooters World Championship 2 Man Scramble were selected at Hooters and the stage is set for the greatest golf tournament on the planet starting at 8:30 am this Sunday at Kellogg golf course with the party and awards ceremony following at Hooters.
Teams

Ryan Samp & Bill Haas defending champs
Jeff Pohl & EZ Bill King
Mickey Winkler & John Fleming
Mike McIntire & Bill Leroy
Dee Benway & John Floyd
Steve McDowell & Joe Wenzel
Tony King & Reno King
Tim McClintick & Greg Fetcher
Jerry Schraeder & Benny Hayes
Rick Kirkbride & Billy King
Rick Farnan & Dan Sordelet
Dave Tealbey & Kevin Andrews
Dan Kirwan & Bob Kooy
Jim Clarahan & Gary Toubeau

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

September 13th Selection Sunday golf news

Greg Fletcher tuned up his game with birdies on 1 and 16 on Labor day
Who will capture the Hooters Cup this year?


11 golfers teed it up on Sunday under soggy conditions. The threat of rain scared a few golfers away but it turned out to be a beautiful day. Mickey Winkler returned to action with a 77 with birdies on 6 & 7 for medalist honors. Steve McDowell also birdied 7, Dan Kirwan birdied 6 and Bill Leroy & Tony King birdied 10. On Labor day, 11 golfers played under ideal condition that led to 12 birdies. Multiple birdies by Dee Benway (8,13,17) Tony King (6,9,15) and Greg Fletcher (1,16). Other birdie shooters were Tim McClintick (7), Rick Kirkbride and Billy King (11) and Reno (15). The pairings for the Hooters World Championship 2 Man Scramble will be this Sunday at Hooters after golf. We have 3 tee times next Sunday starting at 8:30 am and we are full.

IN - Tony King, Dee Benway, EZ Bill, Jeff Pulfer, Dan Kirwan, Bill Haas, Tim McClintick, Benny Hayes, Gary Toubeau, Greg Fletcher, Reno King, Joe Wenzel

OUT - Steve McDowell, Rick Kirkbride, Billy King, Rick Farnan, Jerry Schraeder, Mickey Winkler

Hooters World Championship is September 20th in 7 days and we are full.

Monday, August 31, 2009

Labor Day Weekend News

Dan, Tim and Benny tuned up there game for the Hooters
Will defending champ Bill Haas be able to find a parking spot at Hooters this year?

15 golfers teed it up on a cool Sunday morning. We put August behind us and on to September. Dan Kirwan shot 78 for medalist honors. Tim McClintick birdied number 14 and Dan Sordelet birdied number 18 for the lone birdies of the day. Fred Girardini returned to action but only managed to play 7 holes before his pain returned. We have 4 tee times next Sunday starting at 9 am and we have 3 openings.
IN - Tony King, Dee Benway, EZ Bill, Steve McDowell, Rick Kirkbride, Jeff Pulfer, Dan Kirwan, Rick Farnan, Billy King, Mickey Winkler, Bill Haas, Jerry Schraeder, Bill Leroy
OUT - Joe Wenzel, Reno King, Benny Hayes, Tim McClintick, Gary Toubeau, Dan Sordelet

We have a special Labor Day outing planned and we have 4 tee times starting at 8:30 am. We have 1 opening.
IN - Tony King, Dee Benway, EZ Bill, Steve McDowell, Rick Kirkbride, Jeff Pulfer, Reno King, Billy King, Mickey Winkler, Bill Haas, Tim McClintick, John Floyd, Al Kuhlmann, Greg Fletcher, John Fleming

Hooters World Championship is September 20th in 13 days and we are full.

Monday, August 24, 2009

August 30th Golf News

The Delta Chi connection return to action for the 2009 Hooters.
World Champion John Floyd, Billy King and Jim Clarahan
Benny, Dan and Steve enjoyed a gorgeous day at Kellogg

14 golfers teed it up on a beautiful August morning. Tony King shot 76 with birdies on 7,14 & 17 for medalist honors. Dee Benway also posted 3 birdies on 7,13 & 15 and shot 77. Other birdies were posted by Joe Wenzel(1 & 17), Benny Hayes(16), and Dan Kirwan(10). Tony nearly eagled with a 7 iron from the fairway on # 14 with his approach shot that stopped a foot past the hole for a kick in birdie. Happy Birthday to Jeff Pohl who will be contending in the Hooters in September. We have 4 tee times next Sunday starting at 9 am and we have 1 opening.
IN - Tony King, Tim McClintick, Dee Benway, EZ Bill, Steve McDowell, Rick Kirkbride, Joe Wenzel, Jeff Pulfer, Reno King, Dan Kirwan, Dan Sordelet, Kevin Andrews, Bill Leroy, Benny Hayes, Fred Girardini
OUT - Rick Farnan, Dave Tealbey, Gary Toubeau, Bob Kooy, Billy King, Jerry Schraeder, Mickey Winkler, Bill Haas
Hooters World Championship is September 20th in 21 days and we are full.

Sunday, August 16, 2009

August 23rd Golfnut News

Dee was long off the tee today
2004 World Champions Brett and Tony King with the beautiful Hooter girls

14 golfers teed it up on a warm and windy August morning. We dodged the storm by a few minutes. Tony King brought his thunder and lightening and shot 77 with birdies on 2 & 10 for medalist honors. Other birdies were posted by Gary Toubeau (9), Tim McClintick (5), Jerry Schraeder (13), Bob Kooy (11) and Jeff Pulfer (9 & 18). Shot of the day goes to Bob for his 45 foot birdie putt on 11. Happy Birthday to Reno who returns to action after 4 weeks on the DL. We have 4 tee times next Sunday starting at 8:30 am and we are full.

IN - Tony King, Tim McClintick, Dee Benway, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Jerry Schraeder, Steve McDowell, Rick Kirkbride, Joe Wenzel, Bob Kooy, Jeff Pulfer, Billy King, Reno King, Benny Hayes, Dan Kirwan, Dan Sordelet

OUT - Rick Farnan, Dave Tealbey, Gary Toubeau, Kevin Andrews, Mickey Winkler

Hooters World Championship is September 20th in 30 days and we are full.

Sunday, August 9, 2009

Golfnut News August 16th

Benny had the shot of the day and celebrated at Hooters
Megan was our gracious host today at our official dining site

15 golfers teed it up on a warm and windy August morning. Kellogg played long and tough following the day after the Men's city tournament. Back tees, wind and impossible pin placements created inflated scores. Dee Benway and Jerry Schraeder shot 82 for medalist honors. Dee birdied 18 and Jerry birdied 5 & 9. Other birdies were posted by Gary Toubeau (8), Mickey Winkler (1), Benny Hayes (3) and Kevin Andrews (6). Shot of the day goes to Benny for his tee shot on number 3 to within 2 feet. We are accepting entries for the 8th annual Hooters Classic. Entry is $30. We have 4 tee times next Sunday starting at 8:30 am and we have 2 openings.
IN - Tony King, Tim McClintick, Dee Benway, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Rick Farnan, Jerry Schraeder, Steve McDowell, Gary Toubeau, Joe Wenzel, Bob Kooy, Dave Tealbey, Jeff Pulfer, Billy King

OUT - Reno King (DL), Benny Hayes, Rick Kirkbride, Dan Sordelet, Dan Kirwan, Kevin Andrews, Mickey Winkler

Hooters World Championship is September 20th in 36 days. There are 2 openings.

Monday, August 3, 2009

August 9th Golfnut News

There will be a board meeting immediately following golf this Sunday at Hooters.
Some great golf played by this group on Sunday
Mickey is honored with a Mickey hat


13 golfers teed it up on a beautiful August morning. 78 was the magic number this Sunday as four players shot 78 to share medalist honors. Tim McClintick (78) with birds on 13,15,17, Mickey Winkler (78) with birdies on 5,11,15, Rick Kirkbride (78) with birdie on 14 and Steve McDowell (78) without a birdie. Other birdies were posted by Tony King (15,17), Jerry Schraeder (6,7), Rick Farnan(9) and Kevin Andrews (7). Shot of the day goes to Tony for a birdie chip in to an impossible pin position on 15. Good Luck to Gary and Dave in the Peoria Men's City. We have 4 tee times next Sunday starting at 8:30 am and we have no openings.

IN - Tony King, Tim McClintick, Dan Sordelet, Dee Benway, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Rick Farnan, Steve McDowell, Jerry Schraeder, Rick Kirkbride, Kevin Andrews, Mickey Winkler, Gary Toubeau, Benny Hayes, Jeff Pulfer, Joe Wenzel
OUT - Al Kuhlmann, Reno King (DL)

Hooters World Championship is September 20th in 45 days

Monday, July 27, 2009

August 2nd Golfnut News


Kevin Andrews was strong off the tee


Kevin, Steve and Tim played great this Sunday

14 golfers teed it up on a beautiful July morning. We had 2 no shows. Tim McClintick was the medalist with a 77 that included birdies on 2 and 9. Jerry Schraeder returned to normal and shot an impressive 78 with birdies on 3,10,11 & 12. Joe Wenzel has found his game with a sizzling 38 on the front 9 posting birds on 1 & 7 nearly acing number 7. Steve McDowell was laser sharp on 3 and 12 to capture easy greenies. Other birdies were posted by Gary Toubeau (17), Tony King (1), Dan Kirwan (2 & 8), Rick Farnan flirted with Club 70 again but bogeyed 17 and posted an 80 with a birdie on 13. Shots of the day are shared by Joe, Jerry and Steve for their near aces on the par threes. We have 4 tee times next Sunday starting at 8:30 am and we have 3 openings.
IN - Tony King, Tim McClintick, Benny Hayes, Dan Sordelet, Dee Benway, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Rick Farnan, Steve McDowell, Jerry Schraeder, Rick Kirkbride, Kevin Andrews, Al Kuhlmann, Mickey Winkler
OUT - Joe Wenzel, Gary Toubeau, Dan Kirwan, Benny Hayes
Hooters World Championship is September 20th in 50 days

Monday, July 20, 2009

July 26th Golfnut News

September 20th only 58 days, who will be the 2009 World Champions ?
Jeff preps for the Men's City Tournament with a sizzling 72

Eleven golfers teed it up on a beautiful July morning. Jeff Pohl returned to the Kellogg Golfnuts and posted an impressive 72 with birdies on 8,12 & 14. He looks ready to qualify for the Peoria Men's City. Other birdies were posted by Gary Toubeau (15), Joe Wenzel (8), Dan Sordelet (11), and Dee Benway shot 79 with a birdie on 10. On #8 Rick Farnan struggled off the tee and hit his 4th shot into the bunker only to hole the shot from the bunker for par. We have 4 tee times next Sunday starting at 8:30 am and we have no openings.
IN - Tony King, Tim McClintick, Benny Hayes, Dan Sordelet, Dee Benway, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Rick Farnan, Gary Toubeau, Dan Kirwan, Steve McDowell, Jerry Schraeder, Kevin Andrews, Joe Wenzel, Bob Kooy, Mickey Winkler
OUT - Rick Kirkbride, Billy King

Monday, July 13, 2009

Golf new update for July 19th

Welcome Chanel to the Kellogg Golfnuts
Chanel led the Golfnuts in prayer for great weather for the Hooters World Championship on September 20th and for the rest of the year.

14 golfers teed it up on July 12th. Medalist honors went to Tim McClintick with an 80 and birdies on #4 and 14. Dan Kirwan stuck one close on the par 3 number 3 for a birdie and Dave Tealbey made a lengthy putt deflected by a pebble for a birdie on number 12. Dave's putt on 12 for bird is the shot of the day. We have 4 tee times next Sunday with 3 openings. First tee time is 8:20 am.

IN - Tony King, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Tim McClintick, Rick Farnan, Jerry Schraeder, Dee Benway, Benny Hayes, Gary Toubeau, Dan Sordelet, Joe Wenzel, Mickey Winkler, Jeff Pohl
OUT - Reno King, Steve McDowell, Jeff Pulfer, Kevin Andrews, Al Kuhlmann
The 8th Annual Hooters World Championship is September 20th

Monday, July 6, 2009

July 12th Golfnut News

Perfect form from Dan Kirwan
Jerry Schraeder, Reno, Al Kuhlman and Jeff Pulfer enjoy A beautiful Sunday

15 golfers teed it up on July 5th. Medalist honors went to Tony King with 79 and a birdie on #16. Tim McClintick had two birdies on 14 and 18. Newest member Jeff Pulfer shot a 102 but posted the only other birdie on #6. Joe Hancock joined the group and shot 83. Tony snaked a downhill 45 foot birdie putt on 16 for the shot of the day. Mickey Winkler finally cooled off shooting an 84 with no birdies. We have 4 tee times next Sunday with 1 opening. First tee time is 8:20 am.
IN - Tony King, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Steve Mc Dowell, Tim McClintick, Kevin Andrews, Reno King, Rick Farnan, Jerry Schraeder, Dee Benway, Benny Hayes, Gary Toubeau, Jeff Pulfer, Dave Tealbey, Dan Kirwan
OUT - Bill Leroy, Rick Kirkbride, Bob Kooy, Mickey Winkler
The 8th Annual Hooters World Championship is September 20th

Sunday, June 28, 2009

July 5th Golfnut Update

If only the Yankees were as hot as Mickey
Gary Toubeau was sensational today

14 golfers teed it up on June 28th. Medalist honors were shared by Tony King and Mickey Winkler with 79. Mickey had 4 birdies on 1,2,14 and 18. Other birdie shooters were Dan Sordelet on 18 and Kevin Andrews on # 6. Mickey stuck his approach shot on #1 within inches of the hole for the shot of the day. We have 4 tee times next Sunday with 2 openings. First tee time is 8:30 am. Let me know if you want to play.
IN - Tony King, Jeff Pulfer, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Steve Mc Dowell, Tim McClintick, Kevin Andrews, Reno King, Rick Farnan, Jerry Schraeder, Al Kuhlmann, Dee Benway, Dan Kirwan, Joe Hancock
OUT - Billy King, Gary Toubeau, Joe Wenzel, Bob Kooy, Dan Sordelet, Rick Kirkbride, Benny Hayes

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

June 28th golfnut update

Benny enjoyed the Las Vegas sunshine
George, Tim and Tony played a round of golf at Angel Park Mountain Course
The rain washed out another Sunday. Tony, Tim, Benny and George played two rounds in Las Vegas at the Legacy and Angel Park. Tim posted a 79 with 3 birdies at Angel Park. We will try again this Sunday. We have 4 tee times starting at 8:20 am and there are no openings. Let me know if you plan to play.
IN - Tony King, Tim McClintick, Jerry Schraeder, Mickey Winkler, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Dan Sordelet, Bob Kooy, Gary Toubeau, Rick Kirkbride, Joe Wenzel, Bill Leroy, Kevin Andrews, Dee Benway, Reno King, Dan Kirwan
OUT - Billy King, Steve McDowell, Rick Farnan

Monday, June 15, 2009

Golfnut Update June 21st Happy Fathers Day

Angler Matt Knox makes a rare appearance and played with medalist Mickey Winker
Crimson Tide Kevin Andrews joins the group
16 golfers teed it up on Sunday. We welcome two new members, Kevin Andrews (93)and Dan Sordelet (85). Mickey Winkler was white hot shooting a 72 with 3 birdies on 7,10 and 17. Mickey was within 5 feet on 17 for the shot of the day. Billy King sank and 90 foot putt on 12 for a birdie. Bill Leroy started his round with a bird on # 1 and Dee Benway sank a long putt on 17 for birdie. Tim McClintick joined Club 70 with a 79. Benny, Tim and Tony head to Las Vegas to play golf with Golfnut George Lange. We have 4 tee times for Sunday starting at 8:45 am and there are 3 openings.
IN - EZ Bill, Dan Kirwan, Bill Haas, Dee Benway, Mickey Winkler, Rick Farnan, Jerry Schraeder, Dan Sordelet, Steve McDowell, Kevin Andrews, Bill Leroy, Bob Kooy, Reno King
OUT- Tony King,Tim McClintick, Benny Hayes, Joe Wenzel, Fred Girardini (DL), Billy King , Ryan Samp, Gary Toubeau
Happy Fathers Day to all the dads

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Golfnuts June 14th

Golfnut Brett King treated his dad to a round at the 2008 US Open site Torrey Pines South

The golfnuts were rained out last week but we will try again this Sunday. I had a great visit with my son and fellow Hooters World Champion Brett King in California where we tackled the awesome South course at Torrey Pines, We have 4 tee times for this Sunday starting at 8:30 am and we have no openings.
IN - Tony King, EZ Bill, Tim McClintick, Rick Farnan, Jerry Schraeder, Mickey Winkler, Dee Benway, Joe Wenzel, Gary Toubeau, Steve McDowell, Billy King, Bill Leroy, Bill Haas, Dan Sordelet, Dan Kirwan, Kevin Andrews
OUT - Reno King, Benny Hayes, Bob Kooy, Fred Girardini (DL),Rick Kirkbride

Monday, June 1, 2009

Golfnut update May 31st

13 golfers teed it up on Sunday under ideal weather conditions. The course played tough and scores were reflected by the tough set up. No one broke 80 this week and there were only 3 birdies. Tim McClintick was medalist with an 80. Joe Wenzel chipped one in on # 7 for a birdie, Steve McDowell birdied # 5 and the shot of the day goes to Gary Toubeau for his approach shot on number 14 for a kick in birdie. Mickey Winkler returned to action but Fred Girardini remains on the DL list.
Steve McDowell will be fishing next weekend, Reno heads to Colorado with his family and I will be visiting Brett in California and playing Torrey Pines.
EZ Bill will be 80 years young on June 2nd and will be playing with some new clubs next Sunday so bring lots of quarters. We have 4 tee times with the first tee time at 8 am. We have 6 openings.
IN - Tim McClintick, Benny Hayes, EZ Bill, Joe Wenzel, Rick Kirkbride, Jerry Schraeder, Dee Benway, Mickey Winkler, Bob Kooy, Rick Farnan
OUT - Tony King, Reno King, Steve McDowell, Fred Girardini(DL),Gary Toubeau


Happy 80th Birthday to EZ Bill. It ain't easy being EZ

Monday, May 25, 2009

May 24th Golfnut Update



There was beautiful weather for 14 golfers who teed it up on Sunday. Steve McDowell joined Club 70 for 2009 with a 78. He birdied # 2. Dusty Masching took medalist honors with a sensational 74 with birdies on 6 & 15. Joe Wenzel birdied # 18 and Dee Benway posted a birdie on the tough # 9. No other scores were reported. Rick Farnan made his debut. The rain washed away the scheduled golf for Memorial Day. We have 3 tee times for next Sunday starting at 8:20 am and we have no openings.

IN - Tony King, Tim McClintick, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Mickey Winkler, Dee Benway, Joe Wenzel, Steve McDowell, Rick Kirkbride, Reno King, Gary Toubeau, Rick Farnan

OUT - Benny Hayes, Frank Bradley, Jerry Schraeder, Billy King

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Eagle Ridge Trip and update

The Golfnuts traveled to Eagle Ridge for three days of golf at the top resort in Illinois. George Lange returned to Galena from Las Vegas. He owned the par 3 number 8 at the North course sticking two tee shots within 6 feet but failed to make the birdies. The weather was perfect for the extended weekend. Frank Bradley made his first trip to Galena with the group. It was another successful outing and we agree that we must return next year. We have 4 tee times for Sunday starting at 9 am and we have no openings.

IN - Tony King, Benny Hayes, Joe Wenzel, Dee Benway, Steve McDowell, Jerry Schraeder, EZ Bill, Reno King, Bill Haas, Dusty Masching, Bob Kooy, Dave Tiller, John Secunda, Troy Roberts, Billy King, Billy King 2

OUT - Tim McClintick, Fred Girardini (DL), Mickey Winkler (DL), Billy King , Gary Toubeau

Monday, May 11, 2009

Golfnuts May 10th Update

Jerry hit a wedge into the cup from 75 yards out on number 6 for a birdie

15 golfers teed it up on Sunday. We started the morning in short sleeves but the clouds moved in and the winds picked up to toughen the course and conditions. Ryan Samp shot a 76 with birdies on 12, 14 and 18. Mickey broke 80 with a 79 and a lone birdie on 13. Tim McClintick, Steve McDowell, and Jerry Schraeder all birdied number 3. Jerry added another bird on number 6 with the shot of the day from 75 yards out into the cup and Rick Kirkbride also birdied 6. Newcomer Tim Wolfmeyer finished with a birdie on 18 and shot a respectable 81. The group heads to Eagle Ridge next Sunday but we have 2 tee times at Kellogg starting at 8:28 am.
IN - Bob Kooy, Rick Kirkbride, Gary Toubeau, Jerry Schraeder, Mickey Winkler, Dee Benway, Rick Farnan
OUT- Reno King, Fred Girardini

Monday, May 4, 2009

May 3rd Opening Day

Lela was our gracious host and led the Kellogg golfnuts in prayer at Hooters for great weather the remainder of the season.
We finally started playing golf. Great weather and very soggy course were the conditions for the 2009 opening day. Newcomer Dee Benway took medalist honors with a 74. He birdied 12 & 13 with the shot of the day coming on 13 by Dee with an outstanding chip in. Benny Hayes was dazzling with 2 birdies on 6 & 15. Tony King birdied 8 & 13 and Reno posted a 3 on 13 as well. We have 4 tee times next Sunday starting at 8:28 am. We are full.
IN - Tony King, Mickey Winkler, Benny Hayes, Tim McClintick, Rick Kirkbride, EZ Bill, Bill Haas, Jerry Schraeder, Ryan Samp, Steve McDowell, Tim Wolfmeyer, Reno King, Dusty Masching, Gary Toubeau, Billy King, Bob Kooy
OUT - Joe Wenzel