Wenham CC celebrated its 125th anniversary on July 4, hosting a throwback tournament where participants played three of the holes using period clubs and specially-made gutta percha golf balls made to play like and look like those used in the early 1900s. Fifty-four members, many dressed in vintage clothing or patriotic outfits, competed in the […]
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A clubhouse fit for a King (Rail)
That’s what Select Board member Phil Crawford said about the new $1 million clubhouse at King Rail Reserve golf course that was officially unveiled to the public during a brief ceremony on June 14. The approximately 32-by-40 foot space includes a pro shop, indoor rest rooms and a large open space to accommodate golfers looking […]
Lynn’s Bob Roche was a friend to all
Robert “Bob” Gerard Roche of Lynn and Peabody passed away on June 12 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers. He was 81. Roche was an avid golfer, had been a PGA pro for more than a decade, and was a valued photographer for North Shore Golf, being an active contributor when Essex Media […]
Winthrop wins War on the Shore 2
The second annual War on the Shore competition between members of Winthrop GC and defending champ Kelley Greens GC took place May 18-19. Winthrop captured the title 299-232, using a Ryder Cup points format. The Nahant course hosted the first round on Saturday, and Winthrop took a 146-120 point lead. Round 2 took place at […]
God-given talent
The Rev. Bill Boylan didn’t play much golf before his 50th birthday. The Ipswich native was busy rescuing an underperforming church and growing its congregation. Now, at age 84, the Senior Pastor Emeritus at Byfield Parish Church in Georgetown makes time for the game, teeing it up regularly at Rowley CC. This day, Boylan is […]