March 21st, 2008

at The Tradition Country Club Windsor, CT

Traditions was the Host for 1 more year. 

Proceeds will be again donated to the Phoenix Cancer Center

Sure, it wase arly this year, but by March 1st everyone was again be thinking of spring.    but spring didn't come early.  This was the the opener for everyone and you need no excuses.   It's Good Friday and we all are expecting Bad Golf.  It was the norm this early.  Even if you never improve during the year, you have the excuse at this tournament no one can argue with....."Its my first tournament this year".  We have never had a complaint that a team didn't have fun by the end of the day, no matter what the weather.   Thanks for  joining us for the fun and  a great cause!

Results 2008

Longest Drive Men - George Kozikowski

Longest Drive Women - Chris Liquori

Closest to Hole #6 - Earl Provencher 13'10"

Closest to Hole #13 - Larry Pellettier 9'4"

Closest to Hole #16 - Roin Young 11'1"

2nd Place Low Gross - Leo Smith, Larry Pellettier, Carl Lawdolina, Pat Sherman 68

1st Place Low Gross - Charlie Macsata, Howie Coro, Pat Crowley, Tommy Rumore  67

The Day in Review

Another year is in the books.  On March 21st we set another first for GFBG.  It wasn't the coldest;  It wasn't the hottest;  It wasn't the earliest GFBG;  It wasn't the least or most players;  ..... IT WAS THE WINDIEST!!  Gust were frequent and strong, blowing to at least 45mph.  

I had time to reflect on the day, after working the next day in the ER for 14hrs (very bad idea).  Despite the cold, wind and wet course, all but 2 teams ignored their natural instincts and showed up.  This dedication to our friends memory goes a long way.   This is why we do this.  I called Charlie that morning and asked if were still going to have the tournament in this weather, and he said " Of course, Gary and Kenny would have still played".  He was right for a change.

As far as the golf, there were no true surprises.  Yes, Charlie, Howard, Pat and Tommy did win low gross.  But if you think about it.....What team could stand in the gusting wind and not be, even slightly, moved.  These men / golfers have trained in the kitchen for years for such an occasion.  On one of the strongest gusts, Pat could be heard holes away, saying "Blow me harder".  Their layers of insulation made them impervious to the cold, as seals in the Pacific Ocean.  The ice that would be forming other's veins under the pressure and cold were thwarted by the alcohol, they so cleverly consumed, before, during and after the round.  We commend them in there dedication and efforts, and congratulate them on their win. 

Again, we would like to thank all our friends for coming and making our annual event successful.