Seniors have it off to a tee at Wishaw club's annual over-65s open event
Wishaw Golf Club held a very successful Senior's Open last week which was sponsored my McGarry Flooring Contracts Ltd.
The sun was blazing and almost every tee-time was filled.
The over-65s pulled out all the stops to make it a special event, with the fine weather an added bonus.
The Wishaw course was in fantastic shape thanks to the hard work of Gerry and the greenkeepers.
Former over-65 captain Allan Joyce was in attendance and had his picture taken between the new WGC feathered flags.
Jim Mackie (Wishaw) won the trophy with Steve Gunn (The Glen) taking the scratch prize with a score of 73.
Well done to everyone who took part.
This year's Ladies Open at Wishaw Golf Club, sponsored by Belhaven Dental Practice, will take place on Sunday, June 29.
For more photos from the seniors' event see the club's Facebook page.
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