The Caribbean Golf Society enjoyed an excellent outing at The Shropshire Golf Club on Sunday 26th April, where members were welcomed with a crisp morning that soon gave way to bright sunshine just in time for our first tee time at 10:30am. The course presented itself in impressive condition for this stage of the season, and the warm reception from the club set the tone for a successful day.

We played the Silver and Gold loops, part of the club’s distinctive cloverleaf layout of three loops of nine holes. As always, the Shropshire offered a demanding but enjoyable challenge, requiring focus and good course management throughout. After the opening stretch, the greens settled well and provided a fair, consistent surface for the remainder of the round.

We were pleased to welcome our newest member, Andrew Sofola, who plays his golf at Ramsdale Golf Centre in Nottingham. I had the pleasure of playing alongside Andrew, and he proved to be a great addition to the group. Like all of us, there are elements of his game that will continue to develop, but his attitude, character, and enthusiasm fit perfectly within the CGS.
Welcome to the society, Andrew.

There was some outstanding golf on display, with several groups producing excellent scoring. A special mention goes to Errol Simms, who delivered the highlight of the day by holing out for an eagle on the 18th hole….an exceptional finish and a moment that will be remembered for some time.

The club’s hospitality was first‑class, with staff going out of their way to ensure that all CGS members had a smooth and enjoyable visit. The course and facilities are an excellent choice for large societies, offering great food, a strong selection of beverages, and the capacity to comfortably host groups of our size. Based on our experience, The Shropshire Golf Club comes highly recommended for any golf society seeking a well‑organised, welcoming, and enjoyable venue.

As is tradition, charity fines were collected from various members, mainly for lateness, along with one individual whose wardrobe choices suggested they had got dressed in the dark. All contributions are appreciated and will support our ongoing charitable efforts to Prostate Cancer UK.

Nearest the Pin Winners

• NP in 1 – Hole 7: Junior Harris
• NP in 1 – Hole 3: Rob Giles
• NP in 2 – Hole 7: Carlos Wallace
• NP in 3 – Hole 9: Not achieved. One of the toughest holes on the course, demanding exceptional accuracy and control.

The random draw for the birdie hole was the 9th on the silver loop.

Event Results – Fix Up Cup 2026

3rd Place: Carlton Tomlinson – 35 points (lost on countback)
2nd Place: Lloyd Thomas – 35 points
Winner – Fix Up Cup 2026: Carlos Wallace – 38 points
A superb performance on one of the toughest tracks on our calendar. Congratulations to Carlos on an impressive and well‑deserved victory.

Our Order of Merit is now live, with the top three performers from this event taking their places at the top of the leaderboard. With plenty of golf still to come this season, the standings are sure to evolve as competition continues.

We now look ahead to our next fixture on 17th May at Bridgnorth Golf Club, beautifully situated alongside the River Severn. Another strong turnout is expected for what promises to be an excellent day of golf.

Paul Ramsey
CGS Captain