The format on the day was the ever-popular four-man Scramble (or Texas Scramble, as those outside of Texas call it). It relieves some of the pressure of the daily comps that the avid Pattaya golfer is usually up against, allows the casual golfer a chance to put some swings on the ball to help his team, and generally creates a fine aire of camaraderie amongst the teams and the field. The gang made it around Burapha’s American Wood and British Link course in a comfortable time. The shotgun start meant that everyone was off the course at the same time, and could shower, change into their tourney provided golf jersey, considered by all as one of the top shirts annually. Then making their way to Misty’s on Soi Pattayaland 2 for a grand spread, courtesy of Palmer’s Restaurant and The Sportsman Restaurant. A special thanks to Burapha’s General Manager, Michael Mesommont, and his capable top man, Egon Nielsen, son of the Kronborg’s Bjarne Nielsen, for the extraordinary presentation of course and assistance in the set-up. Michael’s organization, from caddies to cart boys, to green-keepers, to clubhouse staff, etc. all deserved top honors for making the day so enjoyable for all who participated. The players were treated to the standard faire of sponsored technical prize distractions such as Near Pins (The Classroom) and Long Drives (Shenanigan’s), and nearest the Keg (Misty’s), which were embellished by the overt generousness of their respective sponsors’ prizes. In what has become a Misty’s signature, two motorbikes were offered as ‘hole-in-one’ prizes on two separate par threes, courtesy of Suzy Wong AGoGo - BKK, Playskool AGoGo - BKK and Misty’s. While this is the third year that the grand prizes have gone unclaimed, one can count on the odds catching-up. It was the second of the Lookout Inn teams, #2 edging Shenanigan’s Mongrels by two-tenths of a point, 56.6 to 56.8, to take the Bronze on the day. Robbie Chambers, Phillip Knight, Cameron Radford and Shakey Cadgan birdied seven of the first eight holes they played to lay the foundation for the third place finish. Brian Wilkinson, Colin Davis, Nick Strasshine and Martin Todd almost lived up to their name, Bandits, as the set the course standard for the day in the Gross column with 13 birdies and one eagle (on the par four B-2) to show 15-under, which plus their relatively stingy handicap of 3.6 left them an expectant winner at 53.6. Alas, it was not to be as Suzy Wong A-Go-Go, in the persons of Peter Playskool, Ian Duncombe, Phil North and Nick Toon, swept down the No.7 Motorway to cop 14 birdies which along with their 7.0 handicap gave them a phenomenal day, winning with a tournament record score of net 51.0. They were so excited and surprised by the victory they requested their card for framing! Congrats lads! Andy would like to acknowledge the participation of teams and supporters from Solar Golf (two teams), Lookout Bar (two teams), Sugar Shack Bar (two teams), Shenanigan’s, Classrooom, Pussy Galore, Dollhouse - BKK, Lewiinski’s and The Golf Club. Also thanks to the many other area golfers who answered the call. To make this tournament a success for the Camillian Social Center required funds over and above those generated by the tournament entry cost alone. Therefore, special thanks to the contributions of our sponsors. While there are many thanks to go around, the event could not have come off without the home support of Misty’s Manager Paul, the organizational assistance of John Emmerson, and the generosity of the event’s host, Andy James. While thanks are being handed out, let’s not forget the lovely ladies of Misty’s who made the day hotter by helping out at registration, team photos, and post tourney frivolity.

Misty’s Charity Open 2007 Results

Championship Team: Suzy Wong A-Go-Go – Peter Playskool, Ian Duncombe, Phil North, Nick Toon – 51.0

1st Runner-up: The Bandits – Colin Davis, Brian Wilkinson, Martin Todd, Nick Strasshine – 53.4.

2nd Runner-up: Lookout Inn #2 – Robbie Chambers, Phillip Knight, Cameron Radford, Shakey Cadgan – 56.5.

Technical Prizes:
Near Pins (sponsored by The Classroom): #A-3 Brian Ellis; #A-6 Roy John; #B-3 Gary Strickleton; #B-8 Gene Noble.
Long Drives (sponsored by Shennaigan’s): Division 1: Mikael Anderssen; Division 2: Chatbodee Hutchinson.
Nearest the Keg (sponsored by Misty’s): Adrian Bullock