Jon Dall and Randal O’Neil say it was more handicap and barbecue than pure skill that landed them on the Dawnbusters podium. Photo: Supplied.
The thought of a fresh bacon and egg burger on a soggy day is enough to make anyone drool, but for one Weipa golfer, it was even enough to inspire a win on Sunday’s Dawnbuster course.
Randal O’Neil managed to snag weekend golf glory after hitting a 46, his lowest score of the season, but when asked about the win, he admitted it was the post-round barbecue that kept him motivated.
The cold light of day revealed the closure of the first two holes due to the rain-drenched conditions, but this did not deter Dawnbusters, who replayed two holes in order to achieve the full nine for the morning.
Scott Triffit seemed to take a liking to the wet and sloppy greens, hitting a 43 off the stick, while Mick “I’ll party all night” Cerneka struggled in the trying conditions.
His score climbed higher and faster than prices at the petrol pump, finishing at 47 — a far cry from his season best of 39.
Runner-up for the morning was Jon Dall, who once again proved you don’t need to be a good golfer to grab the ‘Bridesmaid’.
Ex-bank manager Dall cited creative accounting and a large handicap would do it for you every time.
Beth Dall reigned supreme over the Hoffmans prize, joining her husband on the podium after winning it for the fourth Sunday in a row.
Jim “I’m not sure I am on the fairway” Lucas claimed the men’s longest drive, a feat questionable even to himself, but was found to be above board after he received official adjudication from Dave Sands.
Women’s longest drive was taken out by newest member Mandy Crawford on her second time joining the Dawnbusters.
Leroy “I need to buy another set of clubs” Ahmat proved he was capable of hitting the green on the 18th and took out nearest the pin.
Dawnbusters will take on the front 9 on 15 March, with an expected tee-off time of about 6:45 am.
