VaJoWa

Despite a heavy, early rain on Saturday morning, the Carleton Project Scramble still took place and everyone involved had a great time.
First place went to the team of Tim Prescott, John Byron, Lauren McCauliffe and Dave Dubois with a score of 58. Second place with a score of 59 was the team of Steve Merry, Nick Cullen, Tim Hartin and Brent Dubois. Closest to the Pin winners were John Byron on holes four and 16, Bill Boulier on hole seven and Lauren McCauliffe on hole 11. Ben Walker won the long drive competition, while Warren Walker was the closest to the pin in two shots on the par five, eighth hole.
After qualifying during the round, a putting and chipping contest took place after the teams were completed. Bill Dwyer was victorious in the chipping contest, while Evan McCarthy won the putting contest. Thanks to everyone who played and sponsored the event, as well as the Carleton Project for choosing VaJoWa Golf Course for their tournament.
Four teams are now tied at the top with 2-1 records in the American League of Twilight League, while Bill Boulier and Greg Douglas are leading the way in the National League with a record of 2-0-1. Winners for Closest to the Pin last week were Dan Cullen on hole four at 17 feet, and Tim Hartin on hole seven at seven feet, six inches. Weekly scores and up to date standings are available on our website.
The Couples played a Texas Hold ‘Em Scramble on Sunday and had eight couples play this week. First place went to Greg Douglas, Carol Blood, Becky Kelly and Ralph Powers. The second place team was made up of Greg Gayne, Goldie Gush, Bev Osborn and Jon Smallwood. Peter Blood, Sally Cyr, Sara Douglas, and Jenness Gushee rounded out the top three.
Junior Lessons are continuing on Thursday mornings at 9 a.m. The group has been increasing weekly, and they are having a great time. These lessons are for kids aged 7-13, and the cost is just $1. Soon the kids will take to the course and try out what they have learned, as well as learning some basic rules and etiquette of the game.
The County Open is just about a month away now. The two-day stroke play event is played at Houlton Community Golf Course and VaJoWa. This year’s stroke play takes place on August 13-14, with the scramble being played on Sunday the 15th.
Please continue to check out our website, www.vajowa.com, to find our most recent news, and some new pictures of how the course is looking this season. Details regarding the High School Golf Program are also now listed. If you have any additional questions give the Pro Shop a call at 463-2128.