Over the 17 years I have been playing our beautiful game, I have always been advocate of golf for everyone. As a result I have played with all golfers irrespective of Age, Handicap and Sex, and in some cases all 3 have been a factor!
In April this year, prior to my resignation, I came into direct conflict with the Lady Captain when I proposed that Juniors at the MOG should be permitted to play at any time of day – the Lady Captain objected as in her words “they don’t pay the same amount for membership as me and therefore should not have the same rights” (and she had a free year, so some irony there)! She was supported in the denial of my proposal by the other old school committee members, irrespective of their Captains wishes, a certain lack of support, shock horror! Just to note that no other golf club in the area (including Bishops Stortford) adhere to such an archaic and bigoted approach to their juniors or other members.
Now to my point – on the 30th December I was invited my 3 members at the MOG as a guest, which I accepted. We ensured that our tee time was clear of any other members and stayed well clear of any opportunity for conflict. During my round it was fantastic to meet up with so many members, who made Steph’s and my time at the MOG so enjoyable. However, it seems that my presence caused a stir amongst the Resident Evil at the Manor that is the Lady Captain and her cronies! And as a result I received the letter below from the MOG Management (click on image to enlarge), it saddens me yet again at the depths the Resident Evil will stoop to besmirch my name!
I am now adhering to a new golfing premise where golf should be for all except those of an evil or twisted personality – and if the cap fits play Bridge!
In April this year, prior to my resignation, I came into direct conflict with the Lady Captain when I proposed that Juniors at the MOG should be permitted to play at any time of day – the Lady Captain objected as in her words “they don’t pay the same amount for membership as me and therefore should not have the same rights” (and she had a free year, so some irony there)! She was supported in the denial of my proposal by the other old school committee members, irrespective of their Captains wishes, a certain lack of support, shock horror! Just to note that no other golf club in the area (including Bishops Stortford) adhere to such an archaic and bigoted approach to their juniors or other members.
Now to my point – on the 30th December I was invited my 3 members at the MOG as a guest, which I accepted. We ensured that our tee time was clear of any other members and stayed well clear of any opportunity for conflict. During my round it was fantastic to meet up with so many members, who made Steph’s and my time at the MOG so enjoyable. However, it seems that my presence caused a stir amongst the Resident Evil at the Manor that is the Lady Captain and her cronies! And as a result I received the letter below from the MOG Management (click on image to enlarge), it saddens me yet again at the depths the Resident Evil will stoop to besmirch my name!
I am now adhering to a new golfing premise where golf should be for all except those of an evil or twisted personality – and if the cap fits play Bridge!
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