The Rain-Resilient Showdown at Ledgeview: A Tale of Triumph and Turbulence
Amidst a season that seemed cursed with rainy Saturdays, a dedicated group of golfers gathered at Ledgeview, braving the elements yet again. The hills, tight fairways, and challenging holes of Ledgeview awaited, with rain relentlessly drenching the course as the first group teed off. But fate had a surprise in store.
As if by magic, the rain ceased, the clouds parted, and blue skies emerged. The sun broke through, transforming the soggy battleground into a radiant arena. Jackets were flung aside as players basked in the unexpected warmth, ready to take on Ledgeview without Mother Nature's interference.
Despite the improved weather, Ledgeview held its ground, challenging the golfers at every turn. The scores were tight, with most of the field carding a net in the mid-seventies—a marked improvement over previous weeks. In the Player’s Division, Tony Izzo made his presence felt in his second appearance in the Player’s Division, clinching his second win with a net 74. Tony’s consistency in the Player’s Division is becoming a force to reckon with. Good thing he’s back in the Masters.
On the Master’s Division side, Bob Wagner continued his reign of dominance. Carding a net 71, Bob secured his third win of the season, claiming victory in half of the year’s tournaments so far. His performance has been nothing short of spectacular—Bob is on fire!
But the real story of the day unfolded around the coveted deuce pot. With last week’s pot carried over, a substantial $80 was up for grabs. Corey Garrett made an early claim with a deuce on the first par 3. As the round progressed, whispers spread that Corey was silently hoping his fellow golfers would miss their deuce putts. Whether true or not, that’s precisely what happened. Corey’s solitary deuce earned him the entire pot, making him the day’s big money winner.
As the round concluded, golfers gathered on the patio, enjoying beverages under the now clear sky. It was a perfect ending to a day that began with gloom and transformed into a sunlit triumph. All who braved the initial downpour felt rewarded not just by the weather’s turnaround but by the camaraderie and competition that defined the day.
The Ledgeview showdown will be remembered not just for the weather's dramatic shift but for the tales of tenacity and triumph. With every Saturday promising new surprises, the season continues to unfold with excitement and unpredictability.
Division Winners ($50 Each):
Masters Division Bob Wagner - Net 71
Players Division Tony Izzo - Net 74
KP’s ($60 Pot):
Hole #4 Corey Garrett
Hole #8 Bob Wagner
Hole #11 Corey Garrett
Hole #14 Bob Wagner
Hole #17 Howard Smith
Deuces ($80 Pot):
Corey Garrett #4