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Oxfordshire hosted the Midlands South Seniors' Championship at North Oxford Golf Club today. Conditions were good, the sun appeared, the temperature rose and the course proved to be a real test of golf. Our thanks to North Oxford for being such accommodating hosts and providing the players with a delicious buffet after play.You can see the full results via the Competitions page on the website (click on Other), but noted below are the prize winners.The Midlands South Seniors' Champion 2023 is ...

This rain-postponed fixture against Hampshire, that should have been played earlier in the year at North Hants, was played in glorious sunshine (at last!) at Henley Golf Club on Saturday 3rd June.  The 1st team started strongly with 4 matches up at the half way point. Unfortunately the stronger fire power of Hampshire, who had lower handicaps than most of the OLCGA squad, won through in the end, gaining them a 4-1 victory. Well done to Kate Evans who secured Oxfordshire's point! Squ...

We were delighted to host our Junior Girls’ Championship at Badgemore Park Golf Club with a small group of just 9 girls this year. It was rather a cold day to begin with  but fortunately  the sun did eventually shine. The course was challenging with quick greens testing the putting; nevertheless some wonderful golf shots were played by all girls! As always the girls played in a very sporting manner and remained cheery throughout.Our 2023 Girls' Champion is Megan Bishop from The...

Fortunately, there were no thunder storms at Kirtlington GC today for our Spring 3-ball Alliance. Many thanks to the Golf Club for being such a welcoming host and our gratitude to Elaine, Sandra and Josh for their help at registration. The ball sweep raised £75 for Sobell House, the 2023 Captains' Charity.In 3rd place with 69 points, on count-back from teams from Waterstock and North Oxford, were Carolyn Sampson, Rachel Way and Amanda Poll from Witney Lakes. Coming second were Anne Terry, Jen...

Please note that this competition has been cancelled by Worcestershire & Herefordshire due to lack of entries. If you have entered a team, the refunds are currently being processed.

The 1st team pulled off a resounding victory, and their second win of the season, against Wiltshire County on Sunday 7th May at Henley Golf Club. The scores were level after the morning foursomes with the new pairing of Kate Evans and Mairi Weir bringing in a winning point. The sun came out in the afternoon for the singles and OLCGA won 4 out of the 6 matches against stiff competition. Thank you for all of the support both in person and on-line - the team really appreciates it! 

Despite heavy overnight rain, day 2 of the Bronze Championships saw the four semi-finalists play in the morning. The course, at Studley Wood, held up well with the sun shining through for the final match in the afternoon. This proved to be a close fought match with Julie Wong holding on to win the final against Madeleine Deller. Congratulations to Julie on her winning her first major cup.

Day 1 of the Bronze Championships was held today at Studley Wood golf course. Sunny day but still some soggy conditions after overnight rain made it a challenge for all.Match play pairings for Friday have Madeleine Deller v Fiona Ives and Brenda Stevens v Julie Wong. First tee off is at 9.30am. The winners play in a final match at 2.20pm.The Bronze Medal for the Best Nett was won by Fiona Ives.

After two keenly fought days of golf, we have made it to day 3 of the County and Mid-silver Championships. The semi-finals are underway: For the county championship we have: Kate Evans vs Millie Anderson and Elizabeth Ball vs Megan Bishop For the Mid-silver: Sue Stewart vs Fays Banks and Jill Purdy vs Penny Kendall The winners play in the finals, this afternoon at 14.20 and 14.30

Kate Evans and Megan Bishop played some amazing golf to win their semi-final matches in the County Championship. In the Mid-silver semis, Fay Banks and Penny Kendall emerged victorious both managing to chip in on their 1st extra holes!  The finals were closely contested with Megan Bishop becoming a worthy County Champion and Fay Banks winning the Mid-silver Championship.