FORTROSE & ROSEMARKIE POST EVENT REPORT:
The Black Isle is famous for many things, and is also home to Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club. It is a truly fantastic golf course, and its setting is simply majestic. The journey for many up the A9 is not as daunting as some suggest, and when you arrive at your destination, you realise that the miles travelled have been very much worth it.
We were very lucky with the weather, and the course was in outstanding condition; in fact, everything about our event was first class, and sincere thanks are due to Club Manager Mike McDonald, the committee of the Golf Club, the Pro Shop Team, the catering team, and last but not least, the Greenkeepers, for laying on a venue that was simply excellent. Their continued support of the Junior Tour is very much appreciated.
The overall Boys winner was local Boy, JACK MANN. After a sluggish start in Round 1, shooting 74 (+3), followed by a solid level par round of 71 in Round 2, he kept his best for Round 3, where he shot a superb 66 (-5). His 54 hole total 211 (-2) won by 7 shots from Martin Shone from Switzerland. This was an excellent performance from JT Ambassador Mann, and comes on the back of a few very solid performances recently in other events.
The over Girls winner was SUMMER ELLIOT (Inverness Golf Club), with a 54 hole total of 222 (+9). Summer was the model of consistency with Rounds of 74, 75 and 73. This rounded off a very successful season for Summer, who has been in the winners circle a few times during 2024. Summer won by 2 shots from another JT Ambassador, Erin Huskie (Stirling Golf Club), who has also been a very consistent performer during 2024.
It was once again fantastic to see more newcomers to the Junior Tour, and their positive feedback was very much appreciated.
Last but not least, huge thanks to Kathy, Alan and John for their continued help and support at all times.
Paul,
On behalf of the Junior Tour Team
