Julian Friel storms to victory in GGD Bowl at Kings Hill
Whilst the worlds golfing focus in July may have in the main been focussed on the 152nd open championship at Royal Troon, the East Kent Masonic Golf Association held their 6th event of the season which was for the prestigious Geoffrey Gordon Dearing Bowl.
Kings Hill Golf club provided the setting for the golfers competing for the trophy which was donated by and is named after Geoffrey Gordon Dearing, East Kent’s former Provincial Grand Master and a Past President of the board of General purposes at Grand Lodge. The event symbolises not just golfing excellence but also camaraderie and sportsmanship among the Masonic brethren.
Established in 1996, King Hill boasts an 18-hole, links-style course which is known for its undulating terrain and meticulously maintained greens and so provided a fitting backdrop for such a significant event. The course’s demanding nature tested the skills of all participants, making Friel’s accomplishment even more impressive.
Runners UP: Nick Alder receing his trophy (right)
Julian, a member of Douglas lodge (1725) won the event with an impressive 41 points. Runner up went to Nick Alder of St Johns Thanet lodge (2753) with 38 points and in 3rd Place was 2023 winner Leon Zacharow.
Full Results Click Here
Fixture list for the 2024 season is
Friday 23rd August
Faversham Golf Club.
East Kent V Surrey Masonic Sports Association
Friday 20th September
Bearsted Golf Club
Friday 25th October
Light Blues V Dark Blues for the David Graeme Trophy
Weald Of Kent Golf Club
Light Blues V Dark Blues for the David Graeme Trophy
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