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The World Cup is just around the corner, the first time that Scotland have been in a final in 28 years.

In order to have some fun we are launching a World Cup Sweepstake tomorrow at lunchtime.

Tickets are £10 per team available behind the bar.

The winner will take £230, the runner up £100, and the two semis will be £50.

Get your team as soon as possible,

The Social Team

The club are proud to support Cowglen member Robert ( pictured in Blue) raise awareness and funds for this wonderful charity.
Robert's story is below:
We wish him and the rest of the team, all the very best.

My Story - Robert Downs

In the UK 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Unfortunately, I am one of those statistics. Earlier this year, after a PSA test, MRI and biopsy I was told I had prostate cancer. I've been very lucky - I underwent surgery quickly and I am now cancer free.

While my experience could've been a lot worse the physical and mental toll of the last few months has been intense. Charities like Prostate Cancer UK are invaluable to supporting men and their families through their treatment and the aftermath and that's why I'm taking part in the The Big Golf Race to help raise funds for vital research.

My cancer was detected early and there is no doubt that has been a huge contributing factor to my recovery. There is no national screening programme so getting a PSA test is a must!

On Friday 26 June, me, Stuart McAffrey, Kris Jamieson, Steven Black, David Devine, Andy Park, Kieran Downs, Alan Jones, Davie Scott, Andy Park Jnr, Jonathan Gibson and Derek Clarke will be undertaking 72 holes of golf - four rounds in one day all to raise funds for Prostate Cancer UK.

Every pound raised helps fund vital prostate cancer research that could lead to earlier diagnosis and a future where men’s lives aren’t left to chance. Any donations are very gratefully received.

I am delighted and proud to say we have the backing from Cowglen, Pollok and Whitecraigs Golf Clubs and for that I am so grateful.

First round - 4.30am Whitecraigs
Second round - 9.00 Pollok
Third round - 13.30 Cowglen
Fourth round - 18.00 Cowglen

https://biggolfrace.prostatecanceruk.org/fundraising/roberts-fundraising-page1434?edit=page

Just a wee reminder that on Saturday 6th June it’s The ABBA Duo who will be entertaining us for our last social before our summer break. Please come along to what promises to be another thoroughly enjoyable evening.

Our tickets are still only £15 and are now on sale from behind the bar. If you would like to dine with us beforehand, please indicate this when you book your tickets for the show.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

The Social Committee”

Huge congratulations 👏👏 to Kyle on a fantastic win 💪in the Stephen Gallacher Foundation event at Whitecraigs on Monday🏌️‍♀️🥇

Greens have recovered well from our works last week, vertical cutting removed lateral growth and refined the sward and sand topdressing firmed and smoothed up the greens. Greens are now being mown at 4mm and stimping around 10feet.
We are about to begin the seeding phase of the season where the poa annua plant produces a seedhead which can effect smoothness. To counter act this we spray a chemical called a plant growth regulator (PGR) this will reduce the pronunciation of the seed, holding it tighter to the sward.

The clubhouse was rocking once again as Cowglen Golf Club hosted another thoroughly enjoyable night on Saturday thanks to the superbly talented "The New Jersey Boys".

On Saturday 6th June it's The ABBA Duo, our last social evening before we resume again in September. So, calling on you 'Dancing Queens' and 'Super Troopers' to end the first half of the season with another sell out.

And we are sure some of you will want to get into the spirit of 70's disco glam with sequins, platforms, flares and lycra.

'Mamma Mia' our tickets are still only £15 and are now on sale from behind the bar. If you would like to dine with us beforehand, please indicate this when you book your tickets for the show.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Another Club Milestone - Course Ownership

It has been a week of milestones here at Cowglen Golf Club. Following swiftly on the heels of our 120th anniversary, today is another important date in our history.

On the 15th of May 1986 the club completed the purchase of the land here at Cowglen from the Maxwell family.

The acquisition of the land was completed for the sum of £190,000. It was funded through club funds, bank loans and crucially £100,000 provided by the members by the way of interest free loans.

The first picture attached is of the Club Captain Bill Gibson presenting the cheque to Donald Maxwell-Macdonald, grandson of Sir John Stirling Maxwell.

The second picture is of Douglas Murray from the ex-Captains society presenting the commemorative plaque to the Honorary
President, Bill McCulloch.

In the same way that we are indebted to those early pioneers, we also owe thanks to those who had the vision and the tenacity to buy the land and preserve our future.

John Gemmell

Captain

Today is a very special day in the history of Cowglen Golf Club. At exactly 3pm on Saturday the 12th of May 1906, the first golf shot was played by the captain’s wife to celebrate the opening of the golf course. The club was presented with a beautiful silver clock to commemorate the occasion. This clock went missing for decades before we eventually brought it back at auction. Soon we will hopefully put the clock on display in the clubhouse.

Today at 3pm we honoured the occasion. Myself as Captain, Michael Kirkland as Vice-Captain, Ruth Anderson as Lady Captain and Pamela Harvey as Lady Vice Captain gathered on the First tee to play the opening hole. We have a nice picture to share. We also have taken the liberty to be a bit creative with AI and show you how we might have dressed in 1906.

The golf course came into existence due to the foresight and imagination of those who came before us. Through the benevolence of the Maxwell family and the determination of our founding fathers, the golf course burst into life. The layout has changed many times over the years, but the communal spirit has never faltered.

For those members who are interested in the origins of the club away back in 1906 here is a short YouTube video that takes you back in time.

https://youtu.be/6nLj0mGiWBU

We are merely the current custodians of the golf club. The hope is that future generations of golfers will continue to enjoy the course in the way that we do. For sure it will change and continue to evolve. We want to pass it on to the next generation and to protect the original vision of sporting endeavour and community spirit.

Kind regards, on a special day.

John Gemmell

Captain

All greens have been double verticut, mown and topdressed with a total of 10 tons of sand. This will dilute the thatch in the upper soil profile smooth out some imperfections and increase firmness. All greens will be brushed and watered.

This Saturday the New Jersey Boys are at Cowglen Golf club for what should be a great night of song and entertainment.

Please find attached a copy of the menu that is available for those wishing to dine.

Anybody wishing to do so , can we ask that you book no later than Thursday night, to allow Sandy and team time to prepare.