Pat Smillie the England National Junior Girls' Coach for the last 15 years and Head Professional at Wilton Golf Club gave up her time last week to help raise funds for the county by hold coaching sessions for the ladies at Nairn Golf Club. Pat who is a lifelong friend of Jane Rhodes the Lady Captain at Nairn Golf Club was pleased to help out when Jane suggested she come along for a "busman's holiday" and help raise funds for the county. Although originally from Scotland Pat met Jane when they both played junior girls' county golf in Yorkshire.
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| Jane Rhodes (Lady Captain - Nairn), Florence Allan (Captain) and Pat Smillie |
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| Forence Allan and Pat Smillie |
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| Florence and Pat with the Wednesday coaching group |
The coaching sessions took place on Tuesday 15th and Wednesday 16th March with long game in the morning and short game in the afternoon. Unfortunately Tuesday was a bit miserable when it rained for most of the day but no-one seemed to mind and enjoyed the sessions. You will see from the photographs, which were taken on Wednesday, that the ladies enjoyed a much better day with sunshine most of the time.
We are indebted to Pat for giving up her time and raising £550 over the two days. This was possible as she waived her normal coaching fee and refused to claim any expenses. WELL DONE PAT
Florence Allan
Captain
