Ryan (Left) has joined us from his home town of Hamilton. Ryan strives to build a career in the Golf Industry, whilst attaining his PGA qualification. Please join me in wishing Ryan all the best during his time here at Ladybank. 

Tim (Right) will be sadly leaving us around the 21st of October to head back to Naples, Florida for his 5th season at The Old Collier Golf Club. 

Tim has very much enjoyed his season at the club and wishes to pass his best wishes to all our members.  



LCL TRI-AM at Lundin GC, Saturday, 10 October - 12pm 

All players who have indicated availability have been selected - see notice board. Please note 12.00 two tee start. A team of 20 players and Captain is required, and we are still two players short. If any members still wish to play please contact the Managing Secretary or Sandy Anderson as soon as possible. There will be a meal and prize presentation after golf. 

`The Captain's 15 hole Challenge`  

Our Captain Dr Bobby Robertson has introduced a new fun event into the calender for this year. `The Captain`s 15 Hole Challenge` is meant to be a good fun event and any member with a handicap can play as part of a team along with another member. The event is greensomes format and is getting played on the 18, October. 

Please sign up in the Pro Shop asap for this shotgun start event. Food and great prizes are included as part of the entry fee. 

Click here for more information on the day

Midlands Alliance Pro-Am 

Last Thursday brought around the 1st of the month and the inaugural Midlands Alliance Pro Am. There was a three way tie for first scratch with Alastair MacDonald (P, Dunnikier Park), Fraser Campbell (Monifieth, 1) and Bob Stewart (Tulliallan, 1) all scoring one over par 72. Winners of the team prize were Alistair Duncan (Murrayshall, 4) Davie Hutchieson (Murrayshall, 8) Dennis Redford (Murrayshall, 11) and Jim Meddicks (Murrayshall, 13) with a score of 130. We look forward to welcoming the Alliance back next year.

British Universities and College Sport Event - Sunday, 4 - Tuesday, 6 of October - Click here to find out more.



As we enter into October this week we have had some glorious sunshine on offer along with dense fog- you can certainly feel the chill in the mornings with frost in the longer grasses last week. September in general was typical of most months this year, dry overall with some short sharp showers- a total of 54mm rainfall fell. One thing that has been noticeable is the increased humidity which has consistently been above 90% for the last fortnight or so, there are a number of effects that humidity has on the course. 

Firstly I'm sure anyone who has played recently will notice the heavy dew which lingers around most of the day and then comes down again in the evening. This has a knock on effect in terms of moisture retention on the surface, which in turn can make greens damper and a little softer. When the surface sits moist it's a perfect environment for fungi to develop, so we are always on our guard and monitoring any disease activity during these periods.

One other main issue is pitchmarks. 

It is disappointing for us during maintenance to discover so many unrepaired or poorly repaired pitchmarks on greens. Can everyone please ensure that they repair not just their own, but if they see any others whilst on a green, thank you. 

A couple of years ago I started a little project to try and get our neglected old 8th green back to a suitable standard and produce something consistent with our 18 greens on the course. The green itself was in need of attention, but it had a relatively good sward, was of suitable construction and had ready made bunkers to suit a nice short game area. 

After some harsh renovation and extra maintenance, the green has come on leaps and bounds and is now an excellent putting surface. The area in question is now mowed and rolled on a daily basis and receives the same nutritional programme as all other greens. 

It has 2 bunkers, a fully maintained approach and it is a great addition to our practice facilities.

What it lacks is use! Not a lot of members use this area, I'm sure those who do use it think its their little secret and love it, but I'd much rather see others utilising this great area not only for their own benefit but also the added foot traffic on the surface will keep any excess moss at bay!



Gregor is organising some Winter Clinics at Drumoig for the Ladies and Seniors section. Please click below for more information. 

Ladies - Click here 
Seniors - Click here  



October Medal - 3, October

Cat 1 & 2 1st - KJ McKenzie 72 (5) 67 2nd - SR Findlay 75 (6) 69 3rd - SA Owen 77 (8) 69 
Cat 3 & 4 1st - N Fraser 84 (16) 68 2nd - G Dargie 82 (13) 69 3rd - S Andrews 83 (13) 70 

Ladies October Medal (CSS Sat 76 - CSS Mon R/O) 

1st - N Gray (30) 80 BIH 
2nd - S Ravenscroft (22) 80 BIH 3rd - L McDonald (6) 80

Winter League 

Any players who would like to represent the club as part of the Scratch Winter League team, please indicate your interest to Brian Erskine by clicking here

Seniors News 

Seniors Outing to Aberdour Golf Club - Friday, 6 November. 7 Spaces remain, please book via the Pro Shop. £30, includes bacon rolls and 2 course lunch after the round. 

Tuesday Competitions - Please note: Tuesday competitions have now reverted to winter starting times: 10.45am. Draw will be made at 10.15am.